37. Danielle McKinley | Faith, Fathers, & Finances: Redefining Worth Beyond the Ward

Working moms, if you're straddling the roles of mom, professional, and partner, this episode is for you. Join host Angela Tait in a heartfelt and honest conversation with Danielle McKinley as they unpack the real-life challenges and triumphs of motherhood, marriage, money, and managing it all. From redefining traditional roles and leaving religious structures behind, to setting boundaries in business and learning how to truly partner with your spouse—this episode offers wisdom, laughter, and inspiration for moms doing it all. Tap in and feel seen, supported, and inspired.   "Be willing to design your life a little bit different and give yourself the permission to go, okay, this worked at one point in time, but it's no longer working, and that's okay. That doesn't mean that I'm failing. That doesn't mean that I'm not so good at what I'm doing." - Danielle McKinley   Episode highlights: Redefining "Having It All": Danielle challenges the myth of balance and instead shares how she found harmony between building a business and being a present mom. Money Means Choice: Her childhood story shaped a powerful money mindset—reminding moms that financial independence isn't just about income, it's about freedom and security. Permission to Pivot: She gives voice to the guilt many moms feel and empowers them to redesign their life and work to match new values post-motherhood. Leaving Religion, Keeping Values: Danielle opens up about leaving the Mormon Church and finding new ways to raise children with compassion, curiosity, and community. Marriage & Role Clarity: She and her husband created a Sunday check-in system and clear responsibilities—bringing corporate leadership tools into the home for better teamwork. The Power of Support Systems: From therapy to neighborly advice, Danielle shares how asking for help, finding community, and modeling emotional openness are superpowers for moms. Advice for New Moms: Insightful tips like managing expectations for baby #2, prepping your firstborn, and being okay with not doing it all—practical, heartfelt wisdom for the early years. Breaking Generational Patterns: She encourages moms to examine childhood "downloads" about money, worth, and womanhood—and rewrite the story for themselves and their kids. Calling Out Toxic Norms: From judgment in faith communities to outdated household roles, this episode is a bold invitation to question and redefine what motherhood looks like today. About Danielle McKinley: Danielle McKinley is a business + wealth strategist who turned $60K of debt into a 9-figure exit — and now she helps women scale their businesses without losing their minds (or their magic). Also known as the Harmony Hustler, Danielle is a keynote speaker, the creator of the SOTU money method and host of the Magic in the Mess podcast. She's equal parts systems queen and hype woman — and when she's not dropping money truths, she's playing outdoors with her kids, dancing to hip hop, or sipping mocktails while dreaming up her next empire.   Connect with Danielle: Instagram: @_lifebydanielle Website: www.daniellemckinley.com Connect with Angela: Book a Meeting: https://calendly.com/talenttrek/prescreen Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelatait/ Check out my Website: http://www.angelatait.com   **Check out our best selling collaborative book with other female founders on Amazon:Taking the Plunge   Check out my newly published book on how to hire, inspire and train top talent in your organization: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F4PMTFQB