What did you think your career would look like when you were younger—and how close is that vision to the life you’re actually living?

In this episode of The Triple Triple, Cathy and Meredith are joined by MRK’s Head of Brand & Marketing, Tiffany Gresham, for a candid conversation about the careers they imagined, the paths they’ve actually taken, and the lessons they’ve learned along the way.

They talk about finding your competitive edge, learning to lead without having all the answers, knowing when to pivot, and letting your career evolve as you do. The conversation also explores the rise of portfolio careers, balancing multiple interests, and the idea that you don’t have to choose just one version of yourself—or follow one perfectly planned path—to build a fulfilling career.

Because sometimes the life you build looks nothing like the one you imagined—and that might be the point.

ABOUT MRK PARTNERS

MRK Partners Inc. ("MRK") is a real estate development firm specializing in the acquisition, repositioning, preservation, and creation of affordable housing.

We are mission-driven and resident-centered, guided by the belief that everyone deserves safe and affordable housing. Secure homes and supportive communities are the foundation of empowerment.

By prioritizing our residents’ needs and fostering connection, opportunity, and resilience, we create environments that enrich lives, strengthen neighborhoods, and uplift entire cities.

Our approach integrates thoughtful design, purposeful amenities, resident services, sustainable practices, and operational efficiency to build affordable communities where people want to live — not just where they can afford to live.

With communities across the country, MRK continues to grow by building strong partnerships and demonstrating that affordability and excellence can coexist. 

To learn more, visit mrkpartners.com

We live in a world where everyone seems to have the next miracle health hack. Cold plunges. Red light therapy. Supplements. Hormone tests. Wearables.

In this episode, we unpack how our approach to wellness has changed over the last decade—from chasing productivity and burnout to prioritizing sleep, movement, mobility, mental health, and community.

We discuss Garmin watches, Oura Rings, functional medicine, hormone testing, Blue Zones, and why personalized health matters more than following trends. Most importantly, we explore how community may be one of the most overlooked ingredients to living a longer, healthier life and why that philosophy shapes how we build affordable housing communities at MRK.

Timestamps

00:00 Welcome to The Triple Triple

00:00:33 Our Wellness Toolbox

00:03:50 Tracking food, macros and why awareness matters

00:04:05 The problem with social media wellness advice

00:06:10 Finding your own health formula ("N of 1")

00:07:00 Our current health philosophies

00:10:15 Wellness privilege, food access & affordable housing

00:11:42 The basics beat the biohacks

00:13:35 Burnout vs. energy, mobility and mental health

00:14:50 What Blue Zones teach us about longevity

00:17:00 Why mobility matters as we age

00:20:15 Wellness and the inconvenience and importance of friendship

00:23:40 Resident services, wellness & building real communities

00:25:06 Quote of the day: Take care of your body

ABOUT MRK PARTNERS

MRK Partners Inc. ("MRK") is a real estate development firm specializing in the acquisition, repositioning, preservation, and creation of affordable housing.

We are mission-driven and resident-centered, guided by the belief that everyone deserves safe and affordable housing. Secure homes and supportive communities are the foundation of empowerment.

By prioritizing our residents’ needs and fostering connection, opportunity, and resilience, we create environments that enrich lives, strengthen neighborhoods, and uplift entire cities.

Our approach integrates thoughtful design, purposeful amenities, resident services, sustainable practices, and operational efficiency to build affordable communities where people want to live — not just where they can afford to live.

With communities across the country, MRK continues to grow by building strong partnerships and demonstrating that affordability and excellence can coexist. 

To learn more, visit mrkpartners.com

In this episode of The Triple Triple, Sydne Garchik, Meredith Esarey, and Cathy Coler unpack how to actually build influence at work—from networking and credibility to confidence, relationships, and leadership presence. They discuss why hard work alone isn't enough, whether it's better to be liked or respected, and the career lessons they wish more women understood earlier. 

Timestamps

00:00 Welcome to The Triple Triple & A Big MRK Milestone

01:55 What We Got Wrong About Successful Women

04:03 The Myth of Having It All Together

06:00 The Women Who Opened Doors Before Us

09:17 Career Success, Motherhood & Modern Expectations

11:35 How Great Leaders Get People On Board

16:22 Why Consistency Builds Trust

19:25 The Power of Authentic Leadership

20:42 Is It Better to Be Liked or Respected?

24:22 Can You Respect Someone You Don't Like?

29:32 How Influence Is Really Built at Work

31:42 The Secret Advantage of Humor in Leadership

32:22 Why Human-Centered Leadership Is Winning

34:06 What Corporate Leaders Can Learn from Sports Teams

36:06 Creating Accountability Without Burnout

37:26 Why Celebrating Wins Matters

38:56 Recognition, Growth & Psychological Safety

42:43 Final Leadership Lessons & Closing Quote 

ABOUT MRK PARTNERS

MRK Partners Inc. ("MRK") is a real estate development firm specializing in the acquisition, repositioning, preservation, and creation of affordable housing.

We are mission-driven and resident-centered, guided by the belief that everyone deserves safe and affordable housing. Secure homes and supportive communities are the foundation of empowerment.

By prioritizing our residents’ needs and fostering connection, opportunity, and resilience, we create environments that enrich lives, strengthen neighborhoods, and uplift entire cities.

Our approach integrates thoughtful design, purposeful amenities, resident services, sustainable practices, and operational efficiency to build affordable communities where people want to live — not just where they can afford to live.

With communities across the country, MRK continues to grow by building strong partnerships and demonstrating that affordability and excellence can coexist. 

To learn more, visit mrkpartners.com

ABOUT MRK PARTNERS

MRK Partners Inc. ("MRK") is a real estate development firm specializing in the acquisition, repositioning, preservation, and creation of affordable housing.

We are mission-driven and resident-centered, guided by the belief that everyone deserves safe and affordable housing. Secure homes and supportive communities are the foundation of empowerment.

By prioritizing our residents’ needs and fostering connection, opportunity, and resilience, we create environments that enrich lives, strengthen neighborhoods, and uplift entire cities.

Our approach integrates thoughtful design, purposeful amenities, resident services, sustainable practices, and operational efficiency to build affordable communities where people want to live — not just where they can afford to live.

With communities across the country, MRK continues to grow by building strong partnerships and demonstrating that affordability and excellence can coexist. 

To learn more, visit mrkpartners.com

What does success actually cost? In this episode of The Triple Triple, Cathy, Meredith, and Sydne open up about the personal choices and trade-offs behind ambition, money, friendships, and parenting. 

From the thrill of first big purchases to how outsourcing and health have redefined their priorities, they share honest stories about investing in themselves, navigating “lifestyle creep,” and creating meaningful memories.

Whether you’re contemplating where to spend or save, or how to keep your friendships afloat in a busy life, this conversation will resonate with anyone trying to make it all work.

Timestamps
00:00 "First Big Purchase Memories"
05:38 "Dad's Fairness vs. My Investment"
08:06 "Refusing to Be Cheap"
12:10 "Prioritizing Health and Wellness"
16:00 "Parenting, Balance, and Space"
19:29 "Recharge, Rest, and Reflect"
21:03 "Solo Connections, Gathered Together"
23:30 Grace in Friendship's Busy Seasons
29:06 "Luxury Travel: Comfort vs. Cost"
32:26 "Frictionless, Efficient Air Travel"
34:24 "Incremental Lifestyle Upgrades"
38:29 From Europe to Indiana
40:44 "Choices Shape Our Lives"

ABOUT MRK PARTNERS

MRK Partners Inc. ("MRK") is a real estate development firm specializing in the acquisition, repositioning, preservation, and creation of affordable housing.

We are mission-driven and resident-centered, guided by the belief that everyone deserves safe and affordable housing. Secure homes and supportive communities are the foundation of empowerment.

By prioritizing our residents’ needs and fostering connection, opportunity, and resilience, we create environments that enrich lives, strengthen neighborhoods, and uplift entire cities.

Our approach integrates thoughtful design, purposeful amenities, resident services, sustainable practices, and operational efficiency to build affordable communities where people want to live — not just where they can afford to live.

With communities across the country, MRK continues to grow by building strong partnerships and demonstrating that affordability and excellence can coexist. 

To learn more, visit mrkpartners.com

In this candid episode, the trio dives into the realities of leading MRK Partners, the challenges and rewards of affordable housing, and how teamwork, growth, and resilience drive them forward. Sydne, Meredith, and Cathy as they reflect on how their definitions of success, control, and ambition have evolved from their 20s to their 40s. Hear honest conversations about perfectionism, control, the impact of legislation on affordable housing, and the power of community building—plus a behind-the-scenes look at navigating tough industry soundbites and public perception. 
 
 Timestamps
 00:00 Evolving Goals Through the Decades
 05:45 Choosing Respect Over Perfection
 07:58 Stress, Control, and Letting Go
 10:54 Early Career Challenges and Growth
 14:29 Teamwork Enables Growth and Success
 18:53 Legislation's Impact on Real Estate
 22:25 Affordable Housing Challenges
 24:26 "Embracing Messiness to Solve Problems"
 28:07 "Building Relationships and Accountability"
 32:42 Tenant Accountability and Support Programs
 36:35 Developer Challenges in Jurisdictions
 37:37 Reflecting on Impactful Progress
 40:14 Celebrating 11 & Moving Forward

ABOUT MRK PARTNERS

MRK Partners Inc. ("MRK") is a real estate development firm specializing in the acquisition, repositioning, preservation, and creation of affordable housing.

We are mission-driven and resident-centered, guided by the belief that everyone deserves safe and affordable housing. Secure homes and supportive communities are the foundation of empowerment.

By prioritizing our residents’ needs and fostering connection, opportunity, and resilience, we create environments that enrich lives, strengthen neighborhoods, and uplift entire cities.

Our approach integrates thoughtful design, purposeful amenities, resident services, sustainable practices, and operational efficiency to build affordable communities where people want to live — not just where they can afford to live.

With communities across the country, MRK continues to grow by building strong partnerships and demonstrating that affordability and excellence can coexist. 

To learn more, visit mrkpartners.com

In this lively episode of The Triple Triple Podcast, hosts Sydne, Cathy, and Meredith get candid about the hidden “mom tax,” sharing personal stories of juggling career ambitions, family chaos, and the invisible challenges mothers face in the workplace. 

They dive into shifting holiday traditions, the complexities of parental leave at different-sized companies, and how AI is changing the way we work and lead. 

With wit, warmth, and honesty, the trio explores how critical thinking, community, and lived experience are more valuable than ever in the age of technology. Don’t miss thoughtful tips, laughs, and a bit of friendly chaos.

Timestamps

● 00:00:00 – Holiday chaos, invisible “mom tax,” and the reality of parental overload

● 00:04:08 – Year-end company pressures and conversations around scheduling at MRK

● 00:10:08 – Defining the "mom tax" and leadership’s invisible costs

● 00:12:01 – Real career dips: maternity leave and professional setbacks

● 00:23:01 – Supporting women re-entering the workforce after career breaks

● 00:36:19 – How to stay relevant and skilled in the age of AI

● 00:44:17 – The promise and perils of integrating AI into everyday life

● 00:56:12 – Closing thoughts: celebrating the unique superpowers of mothers

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ABOUT MRK PARTNERS

MRK Partners Inc. ("MRK") is a real estate development firm specializing in the acquisition, repositioning, preservation, and creation of affordable housing.

We are mission-driven and resident-centered, guided by the belief that everyone deserves safe and affordable housing. Secure homes and supportive communities are the foundation of empowerment.

By prioritizing our residents’ needs and fostering connection, opportunity, and resilience, we create environments that enrich lives, strengthen neighborhoods, and uplift entire cities.

Our approach integrates thoughtful design, purposeful amenities, resident services, sustainable practices, and operational efficiency to build affordable communities where people want to live — not just where they can afford to live.

With communities across the country, MRK continues to grow by building strong partnerships and demonstrating that affordability and excellence can coexist. 

To learn more, visit mrkpartners.com

Dive into this episode of MRK Partners' "The Triple Triple," where hosts Sydne, Meredith, and Cathy get real about the power of saying no, the importance of personal boundaries, and how to truly recharge in our distraction-filled world. They share candid stories about family, leading teams, and navigating the chaos of modern life, before reflecting on the growing trend of digital detoxes and their impact on creativity, connection, and focus. Whether you're a working parent or just needing inspiration to carve out space for what matters most, this conversation delivers honest, actionable tips—and a few laughs—to help make this your year.

Timestamps
00:00:34 — Introductions & Team Dynamics 

00:02:30 — The Value of In-Person Connection 

00:08:02 — Setting Boundaries: Yes vs. No 

00:19:29 — In the News: The Rise of Digital Detox Retreats 

00:23:59 — Creativity, Overwhelm & Technology 

00:26:38 — Parenting, Phones, and Future Generations 

00:28:38 — Tools and Tips for Digital Boundaries 

00:31:23 — Closing Thoughts & Steve Jobs Quote

ABOUT MRK PARTNERS

MRK Partners Inc. ("MRK") is a real estate development firm specializing in the acquisition, repositioning, preservation, and creation of affordable housing.

We are mission-driven and resident-centered, guided by the belief that everyone deserves safe and affordable housing. Secure homes and supportive communities are the foundation of empowerment.

By prioritizing our residents’ needs and fostering connection, opportunity, and resilience, we create environments that enrich lives, strengthen neighborhoods, and uplift entire cities.

Our approach integrates thoughtful design, purposeful amenities, resident services, sustainable practices, and operational efficiency to build affordable communities where people want to live — not just where they can afford to live.

With communities across the country, MRK continues to grow by building strong partnerships and demonstrating that affordability and excellence can coexist. 

To learn more, visit mrkpartners.com

In this episode of The Triple Triple Podcast, three millennial women in the C-suite sit down for an unfiltered conversation about leadership, growth, and the realities that come with “the seat.”

From why delegation is essential to scaling, to recognizing hiring red flags early, to the truth that not everybody wants to be in leadership, Sydne, Cathy, and Meredith share candid insights on what it really takes to lead.

They also explore work-life harmony, leading in different ways, and how their work in housing is shaping communities and creating impact beyond the office.

Real, honest, and grounded in experience, this episode sets the tone for conversations about life, leadership, and building something that actually lasts.

Timestamps
00:00 – Opening: Hot Mess Realities
00:44 – Welcome & Show Intro
00:53 – September vs. January Refresh
04:51 – Unlearning: Problem-Solving, Expectations, Control
11:01 – Housing Affordability & Future of Housing
21:07 – Cost of Kids and Family: Workplace & Society
23:01 – In the News: Emma Greed, Work-Life Balance
40:42 – Leadership Styles & Truths
59:32 – Wrap Up & Sydne’s Quote: “Just Effing Do It”

ABOUT MRK PARTNERS

MRK Partners Inc. ("MRK") is a real estate development firm specializing in the acquisition, repositioning, preservation, and creation of affordable housing.

We are mission-driven and resident-centered, guided by the belief that everyone deserves safe and affordable housing. Secure homes and supportive communities are the foundation of empowerment.

By prioritizing our residents’ needs and fostering connection, opportunity, and resilience, we create environments that enrich lives, strengthen neighborhoods, and uplift entire cities.

Our approach integrates thoughtful design, purposeful amenities, resident services, sustainable practices, and operational efficiency to build affordable communities where people want to live — not just where they can afford to live.

With projects across California, Florida, Michigan, Missouri, Virginia, and Maryland, MRK continues to grow by building strong partnerships and demonstrating that affordability and excellence can coexist.

To learn more, visit mrkpartners.com

ABOUT MRK PARTNERS

MRK Partners Inc. ("MRK") is a real estate development firm specializing in the acquisition, repositioning, preservation, and creation of affordable housing.

We are mission-driven and resident-centered, guided by the belief that everyone deserves safe and affordable housing. Secure homes and supportive communities are the foundation of empowerment.

By prioritizing our residents’ needs and fostering connection, opportunity, and resilience, we create environments that enrich lives, strengthen neighborhoods, and uplift entire cities.

Our approach integrates thoughtful design, purposeful amenities, resident services, sustainable practices, and operational efficiency to build affordable communities where people want to live — not just where they can afford to live.

With communities across the country, MRK continues to grow by building strong partnerships and demonstrating that affordability and excellence can coexist. 

To learn more, visit mrkpartners.com