#104 How do you build a conscious career and raise a family? w/ Jiezhen Wu
How do you balance the joys of motherhood with the demands of a fulfilling career? Join me as I sit down with Jiezhen Wu, a fellow conscious leadership coach and mother of two, who has mastered the art of leading a conscious life while nurturing her growing family. In this episode of Timeless Teaching, Jiezhen shares her journey from maternity leave to the boardroom, offering insights on how she helps conscious leaders thrive in their professional and personal lives.
Discover how she navigates the evolving roles of being a mother and a professional, and learn practical tips for finding your own rhythm in the delicate dance of work and family life!
Discussions Points: How do you build a conscious career and raise a family
- How do new mothers manage work and family? Explore the challenges and strategies for balancing professional life with motherhood.
- What is conscious leadership for mothers? Learn how conscious leadership principles can guide mothers in their dual roles.
- How does a second child change your career? Understand how becoming a parent of two impacts professional priorities and routines.
- What should you consider before returning to work? Gain insights from a Harvard professor on the mental and emotional shifts after childbirth.
- How can you create a work-life playbook? Discover Jiezhen’s approach to designing a flexible and fulfilling work-life balance.
- Can working mothers have it all? Reflect on what it means to “have it all” and how to prioritize effectively.
- How can you stay present as a mother? Learn tips for being fully present with your children and at work.
- Why is presence more important than perfection? Emphasize the value of being present over striving for perfection in parenting.
- How can workplaces support returning mothers? Explore ways organizations can better support mothers rejoining the workforce.
- What does “having it all” mean to you? Reflect on defining success in alignment with your current life stage.