E54: From Tech Exec to Wellness Founder: Barbara Mighdoll on Rewriting Ambition in Motherhood
Release Date: 07/01/2025
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E58: Back-to-School Boundaries: How Moms Can Reclaim Time, Energy & Purpose with Jeanelle Teves
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E54: From Tech Exec to Wellness Founder: Barbara Mighdoll on Rewriting Ambition in Motherhood
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In this empowering episode of Mighty as a Mother, we’re joined by Barbara Mighdoll—former tech marketing executive turned wellness founder, motherhood advocate, and host of the New Modern Mom podcast. Barbara shares how motherhood sparked a radical redefinition of success and led her to launch MNT Studio, San Francisco’s first wellness social club designed to support working moms, entrepreneurs, and women craving connection, balance, and well-being. Barbara opens up about leaving behind the illusion of a "safe" corporate career, navigating burnout, and building a purpose-driven life and...
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E53: Big Feelings, Little Kids—Helping Children (and Parents) Regulate Emotions with Dr. Kahlila Robinson
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Today, we sit down with Dr. Kahlila Robinson, a licensed clinical psychologist, parent coach, and co-author of The Self-Regulation Workbook for Children Ages 5 to 8: A Parent-Child Resource for Engaging in Healthy Coping Skills and Building. Known for her grounded, compassionate approach, Dr. Robinson brings over 20 years of experience helping families navigate the emotional rollercoaster of childhood—and parenthood. Kalila shares powerful and practical strategies for supporting our children’s emotional development while keeping our own cool in the process. She reminds us that parenting...
info_outlineIn this empowering episode of Mighty as a Mother, we’re joined by Barbara Mighdoll—former tech marketing executive turned wellness founder, motherhood advocate, and host of the New Modern Mom podcast. Barbara shares how motherhood sparked a radical redefinition of success and led her to launch MNT Studio, San Francisco’s first wellness social club designed to support working moms, entrepreneurs, and women craving connection, balance, and well-being.
Barbara opens up about leaving behind the illusion of a "safe" corporate career, navigating burnout, and building a purpose-driven life and business. Whether you're a mom seeking better work-life balance, exploring a career pivot, or dreaming of launching your own business, this episode will give you tangible tools—and a whole lot of encouragement—to take the first step.
What You’ll Learn:
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How Barbara transitioned from tech executive to wellness entrepreneur
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The 4 V’s Framework (Values, Vision, Validation, Velocity) for making a career pivot with purpose
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Why corporate jobs aren’t always as secure as they seem—and what to consider before leaving
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How to use AI tools like ChatGPT to save 20+ hours a week as a founder and mom
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The truth behind the “4-day workweek” and what aligned work really looks like
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How slow travel and a family summer in Portugal inspired her business vision
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Simple, sustainable strategies to avoid burnout as a mompreneur
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How to let go of perfectionism and reclaim your time using boundaries and delegation
Resources & Links Mentioned:
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Follow Barbara on Instagram: @newmodernmom
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Learn more about family work-abroad programs: Boundless Life
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Start using AI at home: ChatGPT
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Tip: Search international schools for affordable summer camps abroad
Whether you’re navigating a career change after becoming a mom, thinking about starting a women-led business, or simply want to feel more like yourself again—this episode is for you.
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