Protect Your Peace, Pursue Your Purpose | Kayla Schreibstein - Host of Friends of Kayla

Elevator No. 207: Kayla Schreibstein is a seasoned tech sales pro turned community-builder, storyteller, and host of the podcast Friends of Kayla. Beyond her 9 to 5, she’s redefining success through intimate Shabbat dinners, cultural conversations, and passion projects that center around identity and connection.In this conversation, Kayla shares how embracing her Jewish identity and protecting her peace led to deeper purpose. She opens up about navigating side hustles, setting boundaries, and creating spaces for authenticity, reminding us that fulfillment doesn’t come from doing it all, it comes from doing what matters most.Chapters02:41The Journey of Side Hustles06:27The Impact of Networking and Influencers12:50The Birth of Friends of Kayla18:20Embracing Identity and Purpose23:14Defining Success in Podcasting25:54Cultural Exchange Through Shabbat Dinners28:20The Importance of Welcoming Judaism30:39Challenging Anti-Semitism and Embracing Identity33:42Future Aspirations for Friends of Kayla36:37Rapid Fire Questions and Kayla's Mental Motto