Welcome to the third episode of Work Live Care, the Triple Shift, with Denise Brown and Lauren Yankoff, where we delve into the unique challenges faced by working caregivers. In this episode, they host Michelle Uebel, an executive and caregiver managing responsibilities across two states. Michelle shares her journey of balancing a demanding career in the pharmaceutical industry with caring for her mother. She offers valuable insights into setting boundaries, seeking support, and the importance of self-care. Tune in for a deep dive into the realities of the triple shift and how workplaces can better support those juggling work, life, and caregiving.

00:00 Introduction to the Triple Shift

01:37 Meet Our Guest: Michelle Uebel

02:18 Michelle's Triple Shift Experience

02:56 Balancing Work, Life, and Caregiving

05:14 Seeking Support and Setting Boundaries

11:32 Managing Care Across Distances

16:54 Shifts in Perspective on Work and Leadership

21:15 Balancing Risk and Independence in Caregiving

22:19 Managing Work and Caregiving Responsibilities

23:00 Setting Boundaries and Practicing Self-Care

25:36 Creating a Supportive Workplace Culture

31:56 Trust and Acceptance in the Triple Shift

33:59 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

About our guest:

Michelle Uebel is a Global Key Account manager (sales) with 25 years of experience, domestic and international, in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry.

Michelle is from Chicago and now splits her time between Chicago and Scottsdale. She loves her dogs, the Chicago Cubs, hiking, traveling, reading and recently is working to improve her Mahjong skills.

Michelle may be reached at: [email protected]

https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelleuebel/

🌟 Meet the Hosts

Lauren Yankoff

Certified Caregiving Consultant| Speaker | Former Fortune 500 Leader

Lauren helps leaders at the intersection of work, life, and caregiving find peace of mind and clarity in seasons of change. Through her CARE Method™ and deep experience as both a corporate executive and caregiver, she helps people and organizations redefine success through alignment, not exhaustion.

She brings the same grounded, real-world perspective to the mic that she brings to her coaching — honest, practical, and rooted in care.

🔗 www.theempoweredexec.com

Denise M. Brown

Founder & CEO, The Caregiving Years Training Academy

For more than 30 years, Denise has helped individuals and workplaces navigate caregiving and difficult life experiences with compassion, structure, and hope.

A true pioneer in the caregiving field, she launched one of the first online caregiving communities in 1996 and continues that mission through CaringOurWay.com.

Her work has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, USA Today, and more.

Denise’s mission is to help people find possibilities and peace in the midst of care.

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From Leadership to Self Care - Redefining this Season of LifeNavigating the Triple Shift: Caregiving, Work, and Self-Care with Christie Moore

In this episode of 'The Triple Shift,' hosts Denise Brown and Lauren Yanoff sit down with Christie Moore, a nurse and health educator balancing multiple roles - caring for her husband and parents, working, and pursuing self-care and career advancement. Christie shares her insights on managing the overwhelming demands of caregiving while maintaining personal and professional well-being. The conversation covers the importance of self-care, the challenges of accessing benefits for family caregivers, and the need for workplace policies that truly support employees in their caregiving roles. Tune in to hear Christie's inspiring story and practical strategies for navigating the triple shift.00:00 Introduction to the Triple Shift01:42 Meet Our Guest: Christie Moore02:43 Christie's Caregiving Journey04:20 Balancing Self-Care and Support08:05 Navigating Work and Personal Life16:24 Redefining Success and Leadership23:27 Making the Decision to Step Back24:09 Communicating with Your Manager25:04 Balancing Work and Personal Life28:07 Coping Mechanisms and Self-Care31:16 Challenges of Caregiving33:09 Workplace Support for Caregivers43:57 Final Thoughts and ResourcesLink to the 6 stages of Caregiving: https://www.careyearsacademy.com/the-caregiving-years/

About our guest: Christy Moore, RN, is a healthcare professional with over 35 years of experience in oncology, cardiology, and home health, along with more than two decades in the pharmaceutical industry. She holds an MA in Spiritual Psychology and is both a Certified Professional Coach and a Certified Caregiver Consultant in training. Drawing from her own five-year journey as a caregiver for her husband and parents, Christy blends clinical expertise with lived experience to help caregivers and families navigate healthcare with confidence, compassion, and resilience.🌟 Meet the HostsLauren YankoffCertified Caregiving Consultant| Speaker | Former Fortune 500 LeaderLauren helps leaders at the intersection of work, life, and caregiving find peace of mind and clarity in seasons of change. Through her CARE Method™ and deep experience as both a corporate executive and caregiver, she helps people and organizations redefine success through alignment, not exhaustion.She brings the same grounded, real-world perspective to the mic that she brings to her coaching — honest, practical, and rooted in care.🔗 www.theempoweredexec.comDenise M. BrownFounder & CEO, The Caregiving Years Training AcademyFor more than 30 years, Denise has helped individuals and workplaces navigate caregiving and difficult life experiences with compassion, structure, and hope.A true pioneer in the caregiving field, she launched one of the first online caregiving communities in 1996 and continues that mission through CaringOurWay.com.Her work has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, USA Today, and more.Denise’s mission is to help people find possibilities and peace in the midst of care.🔗 www.careyearsacademy.com

Navigating Work, Life, and Care: A Journey to Alignment

In this inaugural episode of 'The Triple Shift,' hosts Denise Brown and Lauren Yanoff explore the real-time challenges faced by working caregivers. Their first guest, Alexis Seth, shares her deeply personal story of balancing professionalresponsibilities while caring for her parents.

Alexis discusses the journey of recognizing and resolving personal and professional misalignment, the crucialsupport she received from communities like the Binti Circle and the Continentals, and the importance of mental health care. Through vulnerability and humor, Alexis and the hosts delve into the transformative power of grace, compassion, and boundaries.

The episode also touches on workplace flexibility,the transferable skills gained from caregiving, and strategies for creating supportive work environments.

Join them for an insightful conversation filled with hope, wisdom, and practical lessons for balancing life's triple shift.

00:00Introduction to the Triple Shift

01:53Meet Our First Guest: Alexis Seth

02:10Alexis' Caregiving Journey and Personal Transition

04:53The Struggle for Alignment and Peace

06:10Support Systems and Community

12:28The Reality of the Third Shift

19:12Mental Health and Professional Support

24:15Understanding and Respecting Boundaries

24:34The Importance of Mental Health

26:09Navigating Relationships with Parents

28:13The Challenges of Caregiving

28:52Redefining Work and Success

34:16Workplace Flexibility and Skills

40:44Finding Alignment and Self-Compassion

43:24 Connecting and SupportingCaregivers

About Alexis Seth
Alexis Seth is a strategic and empathetic leader with more than 20 years ofexperience guiding digital transformation, process improvement, andorganizational modernization across federal and consulting environments. As aProgram Manager with Leidos, she helps bridge organizational strategy andtechnology innovation to deliver data-informed, human-centered solutions thatadvance equity and modernization goals.

Beyond her professional work, Alexis is deeplycommitted to community and connection. She founded Giggles & Sticks Girls’ Lacrosse to foster leadership andbelonging among girls using lacrosse as the activating mechanism. She alsoleads youth wellness initiatives through the Continental Societies, Inc.promoting recreation and holistic development among children and teens.

In recent years, Alexis has been on a caregivingjourney, supporting both of her parents through significant life transitions.This experience has profoundly shaped her perspective on balance, compassion,and purpose—teaching her the value of presence as much as productivity. She isa member of The Binti Circle, anintergenerational network of Black daughters who support one another throughthe shared realities and responsibilities of caregiving. Through thiscommunity, Alexis continues to explore how care, leadership, and legacy intersect in the lives of women who nurture both families and futures.

About the Hosts

Lauren Yankoff is an executive coach, speaker, and former Fortune 100 leader who helps professionals find peace of mind and clarity at the intersection of work, life, and caregiving. Through her CARE Method™, she guides leaders toward alignment, not exhaustion — bringing honesty, humor, and humanity to every conversation.

Denise M. Brown is the founder and CEO of The Caregiving Years Training Academy and a pioneer in the caregiving field. For over 30 years, she’s helped individuals and workplaces navigate life’s toughest seasons with compassion and practical wisdom.

💌 Learn more: www.theempoweredexec.com |www.careyearsacademy.com