Shaw-chin Chiu: The Art of A Working Mom’s Multidimensionality

In a world of constant hustle, one working mother's journey took an unexpected turn, revealing the untold secret to lasting success. Shaw-chin Chiu, a high-flying executive at IBM, seemed to have it all until tragedy struck. But amidst the chaos, she found a lifeline that transformed her life, leading her to write a bestselling book. Discover the astonishing twist that changed everything for Shaw-chin Chiu, and unlock the key to achieving a healthier work-life balance as a working mom.About Shaw-chin Chiu:Shaw-chin Ioana Chiu is a proud working mom passionate about empowering female leaders, especially moms. She is the founder of Pamper Pass, a community to help moms live healthy and happy lives. She is a partner at IBM, specializing in developing and rapidly scaling innovative digital solutions across industries globally. She has twice received IBM’s Innovation Delivery Excellence Award (IDEA). Before IBM, Shaw-chin held various roles helping public and private sector leaders create optimally performing teams and received the 40 under 40 Award through the National Leaders Council. Outside of work, Shaw-chin is an avid, cross-format athlete. She received an MBA from Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business, where she received the Dean’s Recognition Award, and a BA from the University of California, Berkeley, where she graduated with high honors. She resides in San Diego, California, with her daughter and husband.Topics for today’s show:Healthy and productive communication in motherhoodThriving as a working momHealthy living, mental wellness for moms, and happiness as a momThriving in motherhoodPreventing burnout as a momPreparing for motherhoodWork-life balanceKey Takeaways:Absorb vital self-care practices for a fulfilling life as a working parent.Understand the remarkable leverage of small shifts leading to substantial progress in your personal and professional journey.Grasp the deep interlink between your mind and body and their collective impact on your overall health.Identity fool-proof tactics to ward off potential burnout, fostering a sustainable work-life balance.Recognize the benefits of self-introspection, self-awareness, and the effectiveness of leaning on others during challenging times.“It's not a choice of one or the other, it's a choice of what are the things that you want to continue to invest in. Prioritizing your focus is the first and most important thing you need to do to maintain a healthy work-life balance.” - Shaw-chin ChiuConnect with Shaw-chin:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawchinchiu/ Link to her new book: “Integrating Me in Motherhood: A Mom's Guide to Preventing Burnout and Unleashing Her True Essence”: https://a.co/d/gaU9slR Find more from Conscious Communication and host Phillip Bogolub:http://consciouscommunicationpodcast.com/linkedin.com/in/bogolubrecords