Boardroom to Bedtime

Being the default parent and the leader at work creates a kind of exhaustion no one talks about. In this episode, Jaime opens up about the constant gear‑shifting, the mental load, and the compartmentalizing moms do just to make it through the day — and how to protect your presence in the middle of it all.

If you’ve been feeling bone‑deep tired, this episode is for you. Jaime breaks down the real reason ambitious women feel exhausted — the invisible work, the emotional labor, the mental load, and the pressure to hold everything together. This is an honest, grounding reminder that your exhaustion isn’t a failure… it’s a signal. And it’s time to put down what was never yours to carry.

This episode of Boardroom to Bedtime is your reminder that the strengths you use every day — prioritization, empathy, problem‑solving, adaptability, and big‑picture vision — are real leadership superpowers. Jaime Bell breaks down why high‑achieving women aren’t just juggling it all; they’re mastering skills that set them apart at work and at home. If you’ve been underestimating your brilliance, this one will shift your perspective and help you own the powerhouse you already are.

Mom Guilt & Wanting to Go Back to Work | Honest Motherhood & Career ConversationMom guilt isn’t just about leaving your job — sometimes it’s about wanting to go back.In this episode of Boardroom to Bedtime, we’re talking about a side of motherhood that rarely gets discussed: the guilt of missing work after having a baby, craving adult conversation, and wanting to use your brain again — while still loving your child deeply.I share my personal experience navigating early motherhood, sleep deprivation, and the emotional whiplash of feeling completely out of my comfort zone as a new mom. We talk about why staying home can feel harder than expected, why work can feel familiar and grounding, and why none of this makes you a bad mom.This episode is for working moms and ambitious women who:Feel mom guilt about wanting to return to workMiss their career identity after having a babyFeel overwhelmed by the demands of early motherhoodStruggle with guilt for craving structure, purpose, and adult conversationWant reassurance that these feelings are normalWe break down why this kind of mom guilt exists, how societal expectations play into it, and what it really means to be a “good mom” when you’re also a driven, career-focused woman.If you’ve ever wondered:Why does this feel harder than my job?Why do I miss work when I love my baby so much?Is something wrong with me?This conversation is for you.🎧 Listen for honest motherhood talk, real validation, and a reminder that you don’t have to lose yourself to be a great mom.Keywords: mom guilt, working mom podcast, returning to work after baby, motherhood and career, executive mom, ambitious moms, working motherhood, postpartum emotions, balancing work and motherhood, mom guilt podcast

Work-Life Balance Doesn’t Exist — Here’s What Actually Works for Working MomsLet’s clear this up once and for all: work-life balance doesn’t exist — at least not the way we’ve been told it should.In this episode of Boardroom to Bedtime, I’m breaking down why the traditional idea of balance leaves so many working moms feeling frustrated, guilty, and like they’re constantly failing. If you’ve ever felt like no matter what you do, something always feels off — this episode is for you.We talk about what balance really means for ambitious women and working moms, why trying to evenly split your time is unrealistic, and how balance is actually about stability, priorities, and adaptability, not perfection.I share real-life examples from my own experience as an executive mom, why balance looks different in different seasons, and how you can stop chasing an impossible standard and start creating something that actually works for your life.This episode is for working moms and ambitious women who:Feel overwhelmed trying to “do it all”Struggle with guilt around work and familyFeel like balance is constantly out of reachWant a more realistic, sustainable approach to life and careerAre tired of feeling like they’re failing at bothWe explore:Why work-life balance is a mythWhat balance actually looks like in real lifeHow to prioritize what matters most in each seasonWhy flexibility matters more than equalityHow to stop judging yourself by impossible standardsIf you’ve ever thought, “Why can’t I figure this out?” or “Everyone else seems to manage this better than me,” this conversation will change how you think about balance.🎧 Listen in for a refreshing, honest take on balance — and a reminder that you’re not doing it wrong. You just need a better definition.Keywords: work life balance, working mom podcast, executive mom, balance for working moms, motherhood and career, ambitious women podcast, mom burnout, redefining balance, career and motherhood, balance strategies for moms

Forget New Year’s Resolutions — Do This Instead | A Better Way to Start the YearEvery January, we’re told to set big resolutions — and every year, they quietly turn into pressure, guilt, and another reminder of everything we didn’t stick to.In this episode of Boardroom to Bedtime, I’m inviting you to rethink the entire idea of New Year’s resolutions — especially if you’re a working mom or ambitious woman who already has a lot on her plate.Instead of rigid goals and unrealistic expectations, we talk about a more sustainable, empowering approach to starting the year — one that allows room for growth, flexibility, and real life. This episode is about letting go of perfection, ditching the all-or-nothing mindset, and choosing an intention that actually supports who you are and where you are right now.I share why traditional resolutions don’t work for most women, how they can actually create more stress and self-criticism, and what to focus on instead if you want this year to feel calmer, more aligned, and more intentional.This episode is for working moms and ambitious women who:Feel pressure to “get it right” at the start of the yearHave failed resolutions in the past and feel discouragedWant to grow without burning themselves outAre tired of all-or-nothing goal settingWant a fresh, realistic way to move into the new yearWe explore:Why New Year’s resolutions often backfireHow perfectionism sneaks into goal settingA more flexible, empowering way to approach the yearHow to give yourself permission to evolve as you goWhat it really means to start the year with intentionIf you’ve ever thought, “I want to do better this year, but I don’t want to pressure myself,” this episode is for you.🎧 Listen in for a refreshing take on resolutions — and a reminder that you don’t need a perfect plan to make meaningful progress.Keywords: New Year resolutions, working mom podcast, goal setting for women, ambitious women podcast, executive mom, intentional living, realistic goal setting, burnout recovery, personal growth for moms, starting the year strong

In the inaugural episode of 'Boardroom to Bedtime,' host Jaime Bell introduces herself and shares her journey as a corporate lawyer and single mom by choice. She discusses the inspiration behind founding 'The Executive Mom,' a community for ambitious women balancing leadership roles and motherhood. Jaime emphasizes the need for a supportive space where executive moms can openly discuss their challenges and triumphs. She outlines five core beliefs that guide the community and expresses her hope that the podcast will offer valuable strategies, stories, and support to help women thrive both professionally and personally.00:00 Welcome to Boardroom to Bedtime00:25 Meet Your Host: Jaime Bell00:47 Professional Journey: From Lawyer to VP01:14 Personal Life: Single Mom by Choice02:33 The Birth of The Executive Mom Community04:00 Core Beliefs of The Executive Mom04:41 Mission of Boardroom to Bedtime Podcast05:19 Join the Journey06:15 Final Thoughts and Welcomewww.execmom.comwww.linkedin.com/company/theexecmomwww.facebook.com/theexecmomwww.instagram.com/theexecmom