Beyond the balance

Laura Hubbell is the Chief Information Officer and partner at one of the most well-established RIAs in the industry based in Atlanta. She is sharp, strategic, and the kind of woman who commands a boardroom. She is also the mom who sat across from her husband and had the real conversation about who handles pickup and drop-off. And some nights? Dinner is hot dogs and broccoli. Not because she failed. Because she is being honest about what the season actually looks like. In this episode Laura and Jessica get into what it actually means to structure your life around the career you built, the family you love, and the version of yourself you refuse to compromise. No highlight reel. Just the real thing.✨  The pickup and drop-off conversation is one every two-career household needs to have out loud✨  Confidence is not about having it all together. It is about knowing who you are when you do not.✨  Hot dogs hit the food groups. And being honest about your season is a power move, not a failure.Connect with Jessica PerezInstagramhttps://instagram.com/jessicaperezLinkedInhttps://linkedin.com/in/jessica-perez-consultingConnect with Laura HubbellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-hubbell-cfaFollow & Support the PodcastIf this episode resonated with you:⭐ Follow the show⭐ Leave a 5 star review⭐ Share this episode with a mom who needs itShare This EpisodeTag Jessica and when you listen and share your biggest takeaway. #Beyondthebalance

In This Episode We Talk AboutDesaree Suttle didn't plan to be an entrepreneur. She planned to be a doctor. But life, a trip to Africa, a body that didn't cooperate, and a father-in-law who saw something in her rerouted everything. Now she runs a real estate firm, an interior design company, an HVAC business, and a pilot car company her mom manages. This episode is raw and real: how Desaree built multiple businesses, stepped into the role of stepmom to two kids, keeps her marriage alive through therapy and intentionality, and is still figuring out how to say no without guilt. She doesn't have it all figured out. Neither do we. That's exactly why you need to hear this.Key Takeaways✨  Stepparenting as a full time parent is hard ✨  You can't build everything without learning to say no to somethings✨  Weekly couples therapy isn't a last resort ✨  Decision fatigue in design (and life) is real ✨  Community changes everything — get in rooms where you're not the most successful personWho This Episode Is ForThis episode is for the mom who's holding it all. The businesses, the blended family, the marriage, the mental load and still feels like she's one decision away from dropping something. Desaree doesn't pretend she has it together. She just keeps showing up. And that's what makes this one land.Connect with Your Host, Jessica PerezInstagram: @jessicaperez1123LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/jessica-perez-consultingConnect with Our Guest, Desaree SuttleInstagram: @desareesuttle or @thesuttledesignWebsite: https://desareesuttlehomes.com/Follow & Support the Podcast✨  Follow Beyond the Balance wherever you listen✨  Leave a 5-star review, it helps more moms find this show✨  Share this episode with a mom who needs it today#BeyondtheBalance

In This Episode We Talk AboutToni Gonzales has been in financial services for 30 years — and she did it as a new grad, a newlywed, a new mom, a single mom, and now a blended family matriarch with four thriving adult kids and a granddaughter. This episode is for every mom who's ever wondered if she has to choose between building a career and building a family. Toni is proof that the answer is no, and she'll show you exactly how she did it. From turning down a promotion that would've uprooted her family to calling out unconscious bias in real time, this episode is packed with great tips, real life and how you can show up to be the best version of you!Key Takeaways✨ The village is the strategy — not a nice-to-have✨ Women are over-mentored and under-sponsored, know the difference✨ Co-parenting with intention protects your kids and your career✨ You can't be what you can't see — so show up, even before you feel readyWho This Episode Is ForIf you're a working mom, climbing in a male-dominated room, navigating co-parenting, building a blended family, or just trying to figure out how to be fully present at work AND at home — this one was made for you.About Toni GonzalesToni Gonzales is a 30-year veteran of the financial services industry, currently a consultant with Simplicity DFG. She's a former national president of WIFS (Women in Insurance and Financial Services), a board leader and a mentor with the FinServ Foundation. She is a mom of four, a grandmother, and proof that you can build, lead , and still be present when it matters.Connect with Jessica PerezInstagram: @jessicaperez1123LinkedInhttps://linkedin.com/in/jessica-perez-consultingConnect with Toni GonzalesLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/ToniGonzalesInstagram: @tonilgonzalesFollow & Support the Podcast⭐ Follow Beyond the Balance wherever you listen⭐ Leave a 5-star review — it helps more moms find us⭐ Share this episode with a mom who's been told she can't do both#BeyondtheBalance

AI, Blended Families & Building Without Burning OutLisa Mont-Ros is the Co-Founder and COO of Strategy Ninjas — an AI strategy and solutions company helping businesses implement artificial intelligence to reclaim their time and scale smarter. But before AI, Lisa built (accidentally) a 30-person, seven-figure transaction coordination company in the Pacific Northwest, scaled it, and sold it. Then she packed up her blended family of seven and moved to Arizona in under 60 days because of a Powerball ticket. (She did not win.) In this episode, Jessica and Lisa go deep on what it actually looks like to raise kids in a world full of screens, run a business with your spouse without losing your mind, and use AI as a tool instead of a threat — all while showing up as the mom you actually want to be. This one is real, funny, and packed with things you'll want to write down.Key Takeaways✨ AI isn't something to fear — it's a lever✨ Protecting your kids from social media & platforms is a parenting decision, not a punishment.✨ How they run a business together without it running their marriageWho This Episode Is ForThis episode is for the working mom who is curious about AI but doesn't know where to start. It's for the mom navigating blended family life and wondering if there's a blueprint. It's for the entrepreneur who built the business she dreamed of and still feels like she's dropping balls. And it's for anyone who has ever looked at their kids and thought — I need to do this differently. This is your episode.Connect with Jessica PerezInstagramhttps://instagram.com/jessicaperez1123LinkedInhttps://linkedin.com/in/jessica-perez-consultingConnect with Lisa Mont-RosInstagram: @strategyninjasLinkedIn: Lisa Mont-RosWebsite: strategyninjas.comFollow & Support the PodcastIf this episode resonated with you:⭐ Follow the show⭐ Leave a 5 star review⭐ Share this episode with a mom who needs itShare This EpisodeTag Jessica and when you listen and share your biggest takeaway. #Beyondthebalance

Rachel Cameron doesn't just hold a big title, she's built every piece of it intentionally. In this conversation, we pull back the curtain on what it really looks like when a working mom is the primary breadwinner, her husband is the stay-at-home parent, and the whole system is built to let her show up fully at work AND at home. We talk about how she and her husband Chad made the decision to retire him from the workforce, what the transition actually looked like (spoiler: it wasn't seamless), and how they stay connected as a couple when life runs fast. We also get into her daily routine, how she protects her mornings, her conference-season wardrobe hack that is genuinely game-changing, and what she does to stay present as a mom even when she's on the road. This one is honest, practical, and packed with the kind of realness that reminds you — you can build a life that works on your terms.Key Takeaways✨ The right partner at home isn't a luxury — it's a strategy.✨ Protect your mornings like your career depends on it — because it does.✨ Presence is a practice, not a personality trait.Who This Episode Is ForThis episode is for the mom who is the engine of her household AND her career and is trying to figure out how to do both without burning out. It's for the woman who has a partner who could step up more and doesn't know how to have that conversation. It's for every working mom who feels guilty for wanting something just for herself — and needs permission to stop apologizing for it.Connect with Jessica PerezInstagram https://instagram.com/jessicaperezLinkedIn https://linkedin.com/in/jessica-perez-consultingConnect with Rachel CameronLinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-cameron/Follow & Support the PodcastIf this episode resonated with you:⭐ Follow the show⭐ Leave a 5-star review⭐ Share this episode with a mom who needs it⭐ Tag Jessica when you listen and share your biggest takeaway. #Beyondthebalance

Nicole Kuck, founder of Prep and Peony, shares her journey from special education to legacy planning, driven by her passion for serving families with special needs. Her transition to legal planning and the support of her spouse highlight the importance of work-life balance and self-care. Nicole's approach to household roles and her dedication to serving others reflect her commitment to education and empowerment. The conversation covers workplace personas, estate planning misconceptions, asset protection, wills and trusts, powers of attorney, legacy planning for families, connecting with Prep and Peony, personal and professional tips, and a book recommendation for raising mentally strong kids.Takeaways✨Passion for serving families with special needs✨Importance of estate planning for protection and security✨The cost of waiting or not getting a plan in place✨Why this is EXTREMELY import for neurodivergent familiesConnect with Jessica PerezInstagramhttps://instagram.com/jessicaperezLinkedInhttps://linkedin.com/in/jessica-perez-consultingConnect with Nicole Kuckhttps://instagram.com/prepandpeonyFollow & Support the PodcastIf this episode resonated with you:⭐ Follow the show⭐ Leave a 5 star review⭐ Share this episode with a mom who needs itShare This EpisodeTag Jessica and when you listen and share your biggest takeaway. #BeyondthebalanceChapters00:00 Introduction to Nicole Kuck06:08 Transition to Legal Planning11:30 Day in the Life and Household Roles29:49 Workplace Persona vs. Personal Persona36:36 Protecting Your Assets43:18 Powers of Attorney and Living Wills51:03 Connecting with Preppin' Peony

In This Episode We Talk AboutChrissy's journey from social work to real estate, the impact of motherhood on her career decisions, and the challenges of balancing work and family life. Chrissy shares insights on rebuilding herself in a new career, marriage and as a new mom again. The importance of setting boundaries, time-blocking, and the importance of being present in the moment. Additionally, she discusses her morning routine, fitness journey, and her approach to goal setting and competition in the real estate industry. The conversation delves into the challenges of navigating comparison culture, finding balance between work and family life, prioritizing community and connection, and the importance of outsourcing and time management. Chrissy and Jessica share insights on self-reflection, setting boundaries, and the value of community in personal and professional growth.Takeaways✨ Rebuild personally and professionally✨ Setting boundaries and time-blocking is essential✨ Comparison Culture✨ Prioritizing Community and Connection✨ Outsourcing and Time ManagementConnect with Chrissy ValentineInstagramhttps://instagram.com/myazagentchrissyWebsitechrissyvalentine.comConnect with Jessica PerezInstagramhttps://instagram.com/jessicaperezWebsitebeyondthebalance.coLinkedInhttps://linkedin.com/in/jessica-perez-consultingFollow & Support the PodcastIf this episode resonated with you:⭐ Follow the show⭐ Leave a 5 star review⭐ Share this episode with a mom who needs itShare This EpisodeTag Jessica and when you listen and share your biggest takeaway. #BeyondthebalanceChapters00:00 Transition from Social Work to Real Estate05:27 Impact of Motherhood on Career Decisions12:25 Balancing Motherhood and Career18:46 Setting Boundaries and Time-Blocking24:05 Goal Setting and Competition33:05 Prioritizing Community and Connection43:44 Outsourcing and Time Management

In This Episode We Talk AboutKatie Hubbard shares her career evolution from real estate and construction management to wholesaler at Walton. She discusses the challenges and successes she experienced in her professional journey, highlighting the importance of adaptability and seizing opportunities. Additionally, she delves into the impact of motherhood on her career and the strategies she employed to balance both aspects of her life. The conversation covers topics such as overcoming impostor syndrome, visualization techniques for confidence, the power of brutal honesty in personal and professional growth, balancing work and family life, and empowering working moms to pursue their goals. It emphasizes the importance of feedback, mentorship, and the value of saying no to things that don't serve you.Takeaways✨Balancing Motherhood and Career Impostor syndrome✨Visualization techniques for confidence✨The importance of brutal honesty for personal and professional growth✨The impact of feedback and mentorship ✨The value of saying no to things that don't serve you✨Empowering working moms, you CAN have it allConnect with Jessica PerezInstagramhttps://instagram.com/jessicaperezLinkedInhttps://linkedin.com/in/jessica-perez-consultingConnect with Katie HubbardLinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-hubbard-ms-crpc-2446843/Resources she mentions: The wheel of life Harada MethodFollow & Support the PodcastIf this episode resonated with you:⭐ Follow the show⭐ Leave a 5 star review⭐ Share this episode with a mom who needs itShare This EpisodeTag Jessica and when you listen and share your biggest takeaway. #BeyondthebalanceChapters00:00 Career Evolution23:52 Overcoming Impostor Syndrome35:31 Balancing Work and Family Life45:29 Empowering Working Moms

In This Episode We Talk AboutJessica Perez and Charlotte Carson covers topics such as navigating a male-dominated industry, the challenges of motherhood, and the importance of support and identity. Charlotte shares her experiences as a working mom and the journey of raising her son as a young mother. She also discusses the struggles of being a woman in a male-dominated industry and the need for a strong support system. The conversation delves into the challenges and triumphs of being a working single mom, highlighting the struggles, sacrifices, and resilience required to navigate this journey. It emphasizes the importance of self-care, grace, and perseverance in the face of adversity.Takeaways✨ Navigating a male-dominated industry as a girly girl✨ It is not rebuilding it is REBRANDING✨ Celebrate you journey, it's NEVER too late✨ Importance of self-careConnect with Jessica PerezInstagramhttps://instagram.com/jessicaperezLinkedInhttps://linkedin.com/in/jessica-perez-consultingFollow & Support the PodcastIf this episode resonated with you:⭐ Follow the show⭐ Leave a 5 star review⭐ Share this episode with a mom who needs itShare This EpisodeTag Jessica and when you listen and share your biggest takeaway. #BeyondthebalanceChapters00:00 The Importance of Support and Community36:28 Prioritizing Self-Care and Finding Balance46:28 Reflections on Motherhood and Parenting Challenges

In This Episode We Talk AboutThe conversation with Kris Moore covers her journey in financial services, her role as a leader and community builder, and the challenges of balancing work and family life. Kris shares insights on leadership, personal growth, and the importance of maintaining a work-life balance. The conversation covers the themes of prioritizing connection in marriage, investing in personal growth, overcoming life's challenges, and self-care and personal well-being. It delves into the importance of maintaining a strong connection in marriage, the strategies for personal growth, the impact of life's challenges on personal development, and the significance of self-care and well-being.Takeaways✨Key takeaway #1 Embrace the chaos✨Key takeaway #2 Authentic leadership✨Key takeaway #3 Overcoming imposter syndromeConnect with Jessica PerezInstagramhttps://instagram.com/jessicaperezLinkedInhttps://linkedin.com/in/jessica-perez-consultingConnect with Kris MooreInstagramhttps://instagram.com/kbmoore86LinkedInhttps://linkedin.com/in/kristin-kris-mooreGala Eventhttps://www.wifsphx.com/event-details/wifs-2nd-annual-gala-silent-auctionShare This EpisodeTag Jessica and when you listen and share your biggest takeaway. #BeyondthebalanceChapters00:00 Leadership and Community Building06:34 Balancing Work and Family Life26:40 Prioritizing Connection in Marriage32:42 Overcoming Life's Challenges44:30 Self-Care and Personal Well-Being

In This Episode We Talk AboutThe conversation covers the transition from traditional medicine to functional medicine, the impact of functional medicine on health, the challenges of balancing career and motherhood, the importance of self-care and relationships, and the adjustments in daily life after motherhood. It provides insights into the differences between functional and traditional medicine and the strategies for managing a demanding career while being a mother. The conversation covers the challenges faced by working moms, the impact of hormones on women's health, and the importance of balancing work and family life. It also explores the difficulty of showing love to kids and the common challenges experienced by working moms in maintaining balance. The discussion emphasizes the need for prioritizing self-care as a working mom and the impact of hormones on women's health.Key Takeaways✨ Functional Medicine vs. Traditional Medicine✨ Balancing Career and Motherhood Prioritizing self-care✨ Challenges faced by working moms even Dr'sConnect with Andrea Jullette-FantigrassiInstagramhttps://instagram.com/premierfunctionalmedicinepllcWebsite:https://www.premierfunctionalmedicine.com/Connect with Jessica PerezInstagramhttps://instagram.com/jessicaperezLinkedInhttps://linkedin.com/in/jessica-perez-consultingFollow & Support the PodcastIf this episode resonated with you:⭐ Follow the show⭐ Leave a 5 star review⭐ Share this episode with a mom who needs itShare This EpisodeTag Jessica when you listen and share your biggest takeaway.#BeyondthebalanceChapters00:00 Introduction and Career Background06:20 The Role of Functional Medicine in Health17:21 Prioritizing Self-Care and Relationships25:24 The Challenge of Showing Love to Kids35:35 The Impact of Hormones on Women's Health46:16 Balancing Work and Family Life

In This Episode We Talk AboutThe conversation covers Janae Rowe's journey from corporate work to entrepreneurship, the challenges of becoming a mom during the pandemic, and the balancing act of managing a full-time career while building a business. It also delves into the impact of motherhood on personal and professional life, highlighting the importance of self-care and support systems. The conversation covers topics related to work-life balance, family dynamics, household responsibilities, self-care, starting a business, branding, building a modern village, and overcoming barriers to starting a business. The speakers discuss the importance of balancing work and personal life, navigating family dynamics, easing the burden of household responsibilities, prioritizing self-care, and the process of starting a business and branding. Additionally, they explore the concept of building a modern village and overcoming barriers to entrepreneurship.Key Takeaways:Corporate journey to entrepreneurshipNavigating work and personal lifeBuilding a modern villagePostpartumImportance of self-careChapters00:00 Introduction and Background06:06 Transition to Entrepreneurship13:07 Challenges of Motherhood and Work21:00 Balancing Full-Time Career and Entrepreneurship26:57 Navigating Family Dynamics34:35 Starting a Business and Branding44:24 Building a Modern VillageWho This Episode Is ForThis episode is for:• Working moms feeling stretched between career and home• Entrepreneurial moms building something while maintaining a full time job• Women navigating identity shifts & postpartum• Anyone ready to build their own brand• $100 of using "Beyond"Connect with Jessica PerezInstagramhttps://instagram.com/jessicaperezLinkedInhttps://linkedin.com/in/jessica-perez-consultingConnect with Janae RoweInstagramhttps://instagram.com/desertbrandingcoLinkedInhttps://linkedin.com/in/janae-nicole-roweWebsitehttps://desertbrandingco.com/Follow & Support the PodcastIf this episode resonated with you:⭐ Follow the show⭐ Leave a 5 star review⭐ Share this episode with a mom who needs itShare This EpisodeTag Jessica when you listen and share your biggest takeaway.#Beyondthebalance

In this very first episode of Beyond the balance, Jessica Perez shares the story behind why this podcast was created and the journey that led her here.As a working and entrepreneurial mom, Jessica opens up about the realities of building a career, raising a family, navigating identity shifts, and carrying the invisible weight that so many women quietly hold. She reflects on the challenges, lessons, and moments that shaped her perspective on success, motherhood, and purpose.This episode sets the foundation for the conversations ahead; honest discussions about career, family, ambition, relationships, and the pursuit of a life that feels meaningful and aligned.Jessica also shares why community, support, and connection are essential for women who want more from life and how creating space for your passions and purpose can allow you to build something lasting for yourself and your family. If you’ve ever wondered how to pursue your dreams while showing up fully for the people you love, this podcast is for you.Because building a life that matters shouldn't mean losing yourself in the process.In This Episode We Talk About• Why this Podcast was created• My motherhood journey• Burnout and balance• Purpose & Passion• What you can expectKey Takeaways✨ Corporate America is not safe✨ Motherhood changes everything✨ Work/Life balance is a myth✨ You don't find yourself, you create herWho This Episode Is ForThis episode is for:• Working moms feeling stretched between career and home• Entrepreneurial moms building something bigger• Women navigating identity shifts in motherhood• Anyone ready to stop surviving and start living with intentionConnect with Jessica PerezInstagram:https://instagram.com/jessicaperezLinkedIn:https://linkedin.com/in/jessica-perez-consultingFollow & Support the PodcastIf this episode resonated with you:⭐ Follow the show⭐ Leave a 5 star review⭐ Share this episode with a mom who needs itShare This EpisodeTag Jessica when you listen and share your biggest takeaway.#Beyondthebalance