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In this week's episode of When Mommy Grows Up, a small plastic duck carries a powerful message.

After Becca's daughter’s state gymnastics meet, where highs and disappointments lived side by side, one quiet moment stood out above all the rest. Long after the crowd thinned and the lights dimmed, one little girl stayed, cheering on the final athletes, even when no one was watching. What happened next was a simple act of recognition that turned into a lasting lesson on character, encouragement, and what it really means to show up for others.

This episode is a heartfelt reminder to notice the people who cheer us on. It’s also a call to action: to name that support, to become that support for someone else, and to offer that same encouragement to ourselves in the moments that feel lonely or uncertain.

Because whether in parenting, work, or personal growth, we all have those moments where we need that support the most.

And sometimes, the smallest gestures can mean everything.

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Head over to whenmommygrowsup.com where you’ll find the free Career Clarity Kickstart. With this free on-the-go guide, we'll walk you through 5 clear action steps you can take to go from confused about next steps to confident about what you want and need from your career.

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If your job search has you feeling frustrated, exhausted, or questioning everything…you’re not alone.

This week on When Mommy Grows Up, we’re talking about what to do when it feels like you’ve tried everything and nothing is working.

Inside this episode, we’re diving into:

• Why the traditional job search approach might be failing you right now
• Creative, real-life ways to stand out (without burning out)
• How to keep going when rejection starts to feel personal
• Small, powerful mindset shifts to help you move forward again

Because the truth is this job market is tough. But that doesn’t mean you’re stuck!

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Head over to whenmommygrowsup.com where you’ll find the free Career Clarity Kickstart. With this free on-the-go guide, we'll walk you through 5 clear action steps you can take to go from confused about next steps to confident about what you want and need from your career.

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Struggling to update your LinkedIn? In this episode of When Mommy Grows Up, we walk through how to use ChatGPT to write a strong headline and About section, without losing your voice.

Learn the exact prompts to get started, why keywords matter, and how to edit your content so it sounds clear, confident, and like you.

If your profile has been sitting untouched, this is your sign to start!

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Head over to whenmommygrowsup.com where you’ll find the free Career Clarity Kickstart. With this free on-the-go guide, we'll walk you through 5 clear action steps you can take to go from confused about next steps to confident about what you want and need from your career.

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This week on When Mommy Grows Up, we’re celebrating a very special milestone—my book When Mommy Grows Up: Finding Career Clarity While Covered in Kids is officially one year old! 🎉

The refreshed 2025 edition is the book I always envisioned—filled with new insights, deeper encouragement, and even more support for moms navigating career clarity in the middle of real life.

To celebrate this “book birthday,” I’m doing something a little different on the podcast… I’m giving you a sneak peek into a possible future audiobook! In this episode, I’m sharing a narrated reading of the prologue so you can experience the heart behind the book in a whole new way.

I’d truly love your feedback—does this make you want a full audiobook version? Let me know!

And if you’re ready to dive into the book now, you can find all the details at whenmommygrowsup.com.

Grab a cup of coffee, press play, and let’s dream about what’s possible together.

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Head over to whenmommygrowsup.com where you’ll find the free Career Clarity Kickstart. With this free on-the-go guide, we'll walk you through 5 clear action steps you can take to go from confused about next steps to confident about what you want and need from your career.

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If your resume has been sitting untouched for years and you don’t even know where to start…this episode is for you.

Today on When Mommy Grows Up, we’re doing a practical, step-by-step 15-minute resume audit designed especially for moms re-entering the workforce, pivoting careers, or updating a very outdated document.

We’ll cover:

• How to turn task-based bullet points into measurable impact
• How to stop minimizing your leadership
• What to do about a “resume gap”
• How to align your resume with the job you actually want
• And how to rewrite your summary so it reflects the confident, next-level version of you

Because most resume problems aren’t formatting problems, they’re positioning problems. And you’re not behind. You’re not starting from scratch. You’re starting from experience.

Grab your resume and let’s get to work.

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Head over to whenmommygrowsup.com where you’ll find the free Career Clarity Kickstart. With this free on-the-go guide, we'll walk you through 5 clear action steps you can take to go from confused about next steps to confident about what you want and need from your career.

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“You know what I love about you, Carnahans? You can take what should be a really stressful situation and turn it into a funny adventure.” – My mom

From airport sprints to the infamous Bat in the Basement Incident of 2017, I’ve learned that challenges are all about perspective. We can complain and blame… or we can focus on what we can control and what we learned.

That mindset matters a lot in job interviews.

In this episode, we’re tackling tough interview questions like:

• “Tell me about a time you worked with a difficult coworker.”
• “Tell me about a time you failed.”

I’ll share a simple, forward-facing framework to help you answer negative questions with confidence, and turn challenges into stories that actually move you forward in the hiring process.

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Head over to whenmommygrowsup.com where you’ll find the free Career Clarity Kickstart. With this free on-the-go guide, we'll walk you through 5 clear action steps you can take to go from confused about next steps to confident about what you want and need from your career.

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Recently, Reese Witherspoon talked about leaning into what you’re already good at and "chasing your talents." As a career coach, I agree. Mostly. With a caveat.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why strengths are foundational to career clarity
• How we use the CliftonStrengths Assessment to uncover your strengths and use them intentionally
• The difference between skills and strengths
• How strengths shape your career and life criteria
• Why you can be successful in the wrong role
• How to filter your strengths through energy and season of life

If you’re ready to build a career that fits who you are and the life you want, this episode will give you a powerful place to begin.

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Head over to whenmommygrowsup.com where you’ll find the free Career Clarity Kickstart. With this free on-the-go guide, we'll walk you through 5 clear action steps you can take to go from confused about next steps to confident about what you want and need from your career.

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The Busy Working Moms Blueprint Summit hosted by Dyana Terranova brought together coaches, doctors, therapists, and experts to help busy moms like you THRIVE.

I was thrilled to be a guest at the Summit, and as a fun surprise, I get to share the full interview here with you on When Mommy Grows Up!

Listen in to my interview with Dyana for some When Mommy Grows Up backstory and quick tips to help you move forward in your journey toward career clarity and a job you love that fits your life.

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You are one click away from boosting your career clarity and confidence!

Head over to whenmommygrowsup.com where you’ll find the free Career Clarity Kickstart. With this free on-the-go guide, we'll walk you through 5 clear action steps you can take to go from confused about next steps to confident about what you want and need from your career.

Get started today!