the bossbabe podcast10 Apr 2025

458: The Myth of “Having It All” + The Playbook to Thriving as a CEO/Mama

We’ve all heard the phrase “you can have it all” — but is it actually serving us? In this episode, Natalie challenges the myth of having it all and shares what it really looks like to thrive as a CEO and a mother — without burning out, running on empty, or constantly questioning if you're doing enough. Whether you’re a parent or simply juggling a lot, you’ll walk away with a powerful reframe on success, a clear strategy for setting aligned priorities, and practical tools for protecting your time, energy, and well-being. If you’ve been feeling stretched thin, this is the mindset shift you’ve been needing. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Why the idea of “having it all” is keeping high-achieving women stuck 01:26 - The real question: Do you even want it all — and at what cost? 04:06 - How becoming a mom ended Natalie’s people-pleasing era (and why that changed everything) 06:55 - Recognizing the martyr pattern — and how to break free from it 10:13 - The truth behind thriving women: It starts with support systems 16:08 - Redefining “mom guilt” and how to shift into empowered ambition 18:17 - The 3-question framework to define your version of success 22:48 - The exact things Natalie let go of to reach her biggest goals 25:38 - How to prioritize like a CEO and protect your energy 28:17 - When to outsource, automate, or ask for help (and why it matters) 31:04 - Build a schedule that reflects your actual values — not just what looks impressive 34:49 - A challenge: What’s one thing you can release to make space for what matters? RESOURCES + LINKS Love This Episode? Get The CEO Mama Unfiltered Newsletter (It’s Free!) For Weekly Support, Strategy, And Real Talk — Straight To Your Inbox. Apply To Join The CEO Mama Membership — Our Private Community For Ambitious Mamas Building Freedom-Based Businesses While Raising A Family. The Let Them Theory Book Natalie Mentions In This Episode. Join The Société: Our Exclusive Membership To Help You Build A Freedom-Based BusinessTM. Sign Up For Our Free Weekly Newsletter & Get Insights From Natalie Every Single Week On All Things Strategy, Motherhood, Business Growth + More. Drop Us A Review On The Podcast + Send Us A Screenshot & We’ll Send You Natalie’s 7-Figure Operating System Completely FREE (value $1,997).

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