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Ambitious and Balanced Working Moms

Rebecca Olson
Work-Life Balance
Coaching
Parenting
Mental Health
Motherhood
Personal Development
Working Moms
Burnout
Self-Care
Mental Load
Time Management
Stress Management
Career Development
Ambitious Working Moms
Life Coaching
Productivity
Goal Setting
Self-Discovery
Career Advancement
Prioritization

This is a show for working moms who want to balance their ambitious career goals with their life as a mom. Being a career driven woman is hard and confusing after having kids but each week, Certified Professional Life Coach Rebecca Olson will share bite-size stories, tips and strategies to help you regain your confidence, make decisions you trust and create a positive mindset that supports the amb... more

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Summer can feel like a pressure cooker for working moms. The camps, the childcare scramble, the disrupted routines, the pressure to make magical memories, the guilt of being behind at work while also feeling like you’re not fully present at home — it... more

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What happens when the career you worked so hard to build suddenly feels uncertain? In this episode, I’m talking about the fear, overwhelm, and identity spiral so many working moms are experiencing right now as AI rapidly changes industries and job se... more

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You’re not procrastinating… you’re protecting something.

In this episode, I walk you through the difference between procrastination and resistance, and how what feels like avoidance is actually your brain protecting your identity. Once you understan... more

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You love your job… and feel guilty about it? Let’s talk about that.

I recorded this episode years ago, but after so many recent conversations with working moms, I realized this truth hasn’t changed: sometimes the guilt isn’t about leaving your kids... more

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Recent Guests

Michelle Gauthier
Coach for overwhelmed working moms
Michelle Gauthier Coaching
Episode: How to Stop People Pleasing as a Working Mom (with Michelle Gauthier)
Allison Alford
Author and researcher focused on daughtering and family dynamics
Author of Good Daughtering; Baylor University (Professor)
Episode: The Pressure of Being a Good Daughter on Work-Life Balance (with Dr. Allison Alford)
Mike Garcia
Director of Client Services at a marketing agency, father of two, and coaching client.
Symantele
Episode: Letting Go of Rumination and Finally Feeling in Control (with Mike Garcia)
Whitney Baker
Founder of Electric Ideas
Electric Ideas
Episode: Reconnecting With Your Spark: Finding Fun, Ideas, and Joy Again as a Working Mom (with Whitney Baker)
Amanda Chapple
Mom of a young son, working in accounting and tax, yoga teacher, and former barista.
Episode: Balance Isn’t Instant: How Consistency Unlocks a Truly Balanced Life (with Amanda Chapple)
Jean Edward
Professor and cancer health services researcher focused on improving quality of life for survivors.
Episode: When Clarity Meets Community: The Inside Story of Sustainable Balance (with Jean Edward)
Alison Fragale
Author of Likeable Badass, business school professor specializing in organizational psychology.
University of North Carolina
Episode: Why Ambitious Women Need Status More Than Power (with Alison Fragale)
Terry Cralle
A registered nurse and sleep medicine expert working with the Better Sleep Council
Better Sleep Council
Episode: Sleep Isn’t Optional: Expert Tips for Prioritizing Rest with Terry Cralle
Ranjita Mello
Client from a past cohort of Ambitious and Balanced and a tax professional with over 15 years of experience.
Episode: Stop Surviving (Part 4): From Self-Doubt to Steady Confidence — Ranjita’s Story

Host

Rebecca Olson
Host of Ambitious and Balanced Working Moms Podcast; Rebecca Olson Coaching

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 145 ratings
  • ❤️ this❤️her

    ❤️ this podcast. Rebecca gives a creative view of content to help reorganize mindset and shares strategies to maximize efficiency and quiet the mom guilt. Her passion to help is tangible and effective. ❤️ her.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ggogg444
    United Statesa year ago
  • So amazing!

    The content is so thoughtful and relatable. Rebecca truly cares about working moms and it shows! Her episodes really help me get through the tough weeks and reframe my mindset when I’m struggling. It’s a good reminder that we’re not alone and CAN do this! 🙌🏼

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tmoore2019
    United Statesa year ago
  • The Voice That Re-Grounds, Nudges, and Empowers 🔥

    Rebecca is “✨The Rebecca Olson Superstar✨”: a title that naturally came to me because of her energy and the impact of this podcast. Her voice, presence, and content have become my go-to whenever I need to re-ground, rediscover my drive, and reconnect with my ambition.

    I adore her no-fluff approach: every episode is filled with wisdom, expertise, and the kind of honesty that truly lands. Even if you never work with her directly, simply having her voice in your ears feels like having a trustworth... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    B.Simona
    United Statesa year ago
  • Rebecca changes lives!!

    She coaches with wisdom and grace. She leads by example. She doesn't just give direction...she lives her own advice. She practices what she teaches. I feel seen and heard every single time we talk. She inspires greatness in your own life...however that may look for yourself. She is the most ambitious person I know...yet she remains beautifully balanced in her work/mom life. I am a better version of myself because of her!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    randomdreams47
    United Statesa year ago
  • Energizing and empowering

    Rebecca has great energy and a way of reminding me of the tools I already have or could easily implement to make quick progress. The episode on reframing goal setting to vision casting was so powerful, I’m still thinking about that principle all the time!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jillmarie783
    United Statesa year ago

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Fans say the show provides real mindset shifts and tools they can implement immediately.
Reviews emphasize the host's coaching credibility and supportive, empowering tone.
Listeners praise the host for practical, no-fluff guidance that's deeply relatable to working moms.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#20
New Zealand/Business/Careers
Apple Podcasts
#103
Philippines/Business/Careers
Apple Podcasts
#194
New Zealand/Business
Apple Podcasts
#219
South Korea/Business/Careers
Apple Podcasts
#238
Belgium/Business/Careers

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

How to Stop People Pleasing as a Working Mom (with Michelle Gauthier)
Q: What practical steps can someone take to stop apologizing all the time?
Practice scripts and rehearse saying no or rephrasing apologies, such as 'thank you for thinking of me' or a simple 'I'm not interested,' and gradually reduce the default habit of apologizing.
How to Stop People Pleasing as a Working Mom (with Michelle Gauthier)
Q: Why is learning to say no important for long-term success?
Saying no allows you to guard time for what truly matters, prevents burnout, and can actually lead to stronger relationships and better performance when you focus on the right commitments.
How to Stop People Pleasing as a Working Mom (with Michelle Gauthier)
Q: What is the Love and Fit Test and how does it help with decision-making?
It's a two-question evaluation that helps you pause before committing, asking whether you absolutely love the idea and whether it fits into the life you are trying to create, which helps you make intentional decisions.
Letting Go of Rumination and Finally Feeling in Control (with Mike Garcia)
Q: How did you manage to let go of those stressors?
Mike learned to recognize when he was ruminating and actively practiced shifting his perspective to focus on solutions rather than problems.
Letting Go of Rumination and Finally Feeling in Control (with Mike Garcia)
Q: What were some of the tangible struggles you faced with work-life balance earlier in our time together?
Mike expressed difficulty in separating work stress from home life, carrying frustrations from the office into family time.

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A practical show focused on helping working moms balance ambitious careers with family life. Episodes frequently tackle mental load, burnout prevention, goal setting, and identity shifts, offering actionable strategies like closing open loops, reframing goals as identity statements, and redefining “enough.” Across a mix of coaching-forward topics and real-life stories, the conversations aim to boost confidence, reduce overwhelm, and foster a more present, empowered approach to work and motherhood. A notable strength is the coach-host's no-fluff, empathetic style and use of repeatable tools (e.g., five-option task frameworks, presence practices, and deliberate decision-making) that listeners can apply immediately. A consistent emphasis on pr... more

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1. Michelle Gauthier
2. Allison Alford
3. Mike Garcia
4. Whitney Baker
5. Amanda Chapple
6. Jean Edward
7. Alison Fragale
8. Terry Cralle

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