015: How to Decide When to Change Your Goal
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Release Date: 12/17/2024
029: Secrets of a Supermom - Lori Whitney Oberbroeckling
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Secrets of a Supermom How does she do it all? In this episode, I sit down with Lori Whitney Oberbroeckling, a powerhouse mom of four, corporate leader, author, podcaster, and founder of Secrets of Supermom. Lori shares how she manages a family of six while building a thriving career and helping other women do the same. We talk about routines, boundaries, ambition, and the myth of “doing it all”, and what actually works instead. Whether you’re a working parent, entrepreneur, or simply someone trying to juggle a lot without burning out, this conversation is packed with honest insights,...
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028: Reinventing Leadership on Her Own Terms with Catarina Abreu
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In this episode, Coach AnnaJo sits down with the brilliant and bold Catarina Abreu, a healthcare strategist, consultant, and soon-to-be author, to talk about career reinvention, leadership, and living life on your own terms. From growing up across six countries and witnessing her mother’s healthcare journey, to navigating burnout, loss, and the toxic trap of “success on paper”, Catarina’s path is anything but linear. But through resilience, vision, and a researcher’s mindset, she carved out a life and career that aligns with her purpose. 💡 Spoiler: It involved saying no to...
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027: You’re Not Stuck, You’re Between Versions
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Feeling stuck? You’re not. You’re simply between versions of yourself, and that’s where reinvention begins. In this episode, Coach AnnaJo shares the truth about what it really takes to step into a new chapter in your life and career. No quick fixes. No glamorous overnight success stories. Just the raw, honest, science-backed reality of building a new identity. She brings her experience as a scientist working with iconic brands like Oreo and Ritz, where reinvention was part of the job, and draws powerful parallels to personal growth, career pivots, and becoming the version of yourself...
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026: Pursuing the American Dream with Tiago Almeida
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In this episode of AnnaJoTalks: Work-Life for Badasses, Coach AnnaJo sits down with Tiago Almeida, a dreamer, high-energy visionary, and proud member of the Science of Perfection School. Tiago opens up about his journey from mechanical engineer in Portugal to a multi-hyphenate entrepreneur with big dreams of building his career in the U.S. What started with a bold decision—“When I turn 30, I’ll hire a coach”—led to a powerful transformation. From launching an Airbnb, becoming a business developer, and even job hunting at a U.S. trade show while on vacation, Tiago shares how coaching...
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025: The Hardest Boundaries to Set
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024: Managing Life Like a Project: Valerie Mason-Robinson’s Formula for Success
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Project Management, Mindset & Mastering the 75 Hard with Valerie Mason-Robinson In this episode of AnnaJo Talks: Work-Life for Badasses, I sit down with Valerie Mason-Robinson, a powerhouse leader, entrepreneur, corporate executive, and mom of three. Valerie's journey is one of resilience, adaptability, and pure badassery—from leading in project management and government roles to successfully completing 75 Hard with an extra level of difficulty (yep, no coffee included!). Join us as we discuss: ✅ The intersection of corporate leadership, entrepreneurship, and public service ✅ How...
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023: Procrastination Is Not Your Identity
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Procrastination isn’t who you are—it’s a learned behavior. And what’s learned can be unlearned. In this episode of AnnaJoTalks: Work Life for Badasses, we’re tackling the real reason you procrastinate and how to break free from the energy-draining cycle of postponing tasks. Here’s what we’ll cover: 1- Why procrastination is NOT part of your identity (so stop saying, “I’m just a procrastinator”) 2- How society actually reinforces procrastination patterns (and how to break them) 3- The difference between postponing a task and thinking about doing it but never starting 4-...
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022: Faith Rivera: Harnessing Intentionality
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020: The Road to Resilience: Joe Rivera’s Inspiring Comeback Story
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In this next episode of AnnaJoTalks: Work Life for Badasses, Coach AnnaJo sits down with Joe Rivera, a resilience keynote speaker and coach who has transformed his life from the depths of substance abuse to building multimillion-dollar businesses. Joe shares his riveting journey of overcoming addiction, the pivotal moments that led to his sobriety, and the strategies he used to rebuild his life and career. Listeners will hear about Joe's early success in the financial industry, his battle with opioids, and the life-changing moment with his sister that sparked his journey toward sobriety. Joe...
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019: Building BIG: Tara Gilvar's Path to Empowering Women and Achieving Balance
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In this enticing episode of "AnnaJoTalks: Work Life for Badasses," Coach AnnaJo sits down with the dynamic Tara Gilvar, the founder and CEO of BIG (Believe, Inspire, Grow). Tara is not only an accomplished entrepreneur and strategic marketer with over 25 years of experience, but also a passionate advocate for women striving to balance professional aspirations with family commitments. Listeners will be inspired by Tara's journey, from leaving the corporate world to becoming a marketing consultant for startups and nonprofits, and ultimately founding BIG out of a pressing need for a supportive...
info_outlineEver wonder if it's time to switch up your goals? Join Coach AnnaJo in the latest episode of "AnnaJoTalks - Work Life for Badasses," where she tackles this very question. Inspired by her 6-week work-life balance challenge, AnnaJo dives into the nitty-gritty of goal-setting and reassessment.
In "How to Decide When to Change Your Goal," she flips the script and shows you how to shift your focus from goals to results. With a super practical framework (which you can download from the show notes!), Anna Jo helps you figure out if you really need to change your goal or just tweak your strategy.
Whether you're stressing over New Year’s resolutions or trying to decide if your long-term dreams need some adjusting, this episode is packed with advice to help you make smarter decisions. Tune in, get inspired, and start living life on your own terms. Remember, you're powerful, capable, and ready to crush it!