In this final episode of Season 6 of the Purpose Under Pressure podcast, host Bryan Lefelhoc, founder of Bryan Media Strategies, welcomes Katy Spicer, a Lieutenant Colonel in the Marine Reserves, a commercial litigation attorney, and an aspiring entrepreneur. She's also a Mom! Thus the Work/Life Balance focus for our show!

Katy shares her journey of balancing motherhood, military service, and a legal career while pursuing her entrepreneurial dreams with her company, Athena. The conversation delves into the pressures of both military and legal professions, the challenges of work-life balance, and the importance of resilience and support systems.

Katy emphasizes the need for young people to trust their instincts and work hard to achieve their goals, while also addressing gender expectations in family dynamics.

Purpose Under Pressure is brought to you in partnership with Sandler by the Ruby Group, serving Sales professionals and organization leaders nationwide from their locations in Akron and Columbus, Ohio and in Jacksonville, Florida.

Takeaways:

-The American dream is accessible through hard work and grit.

-Resilience developed in the military translates to civilian life.

-Work-life balance is a myth; it's about managing priorities.

-Entrepreneurship requires intentional goal-setting and teamwork.

-Katy's company, Athena, aims to support women-owned businesses.

-Communication is key in managing competing priorities.

-Trusting your gut is essential for personal and professional growth.

-Young professionals should embrace discomfort as part of the journey.

-Gender biases still exist, but younger generations are changing the narrative.

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Helpful Links:

Katy Spicer: https://www.squirepattonboggs.com/en/professionals/s/spicer-katherine

Sandler by the Ruby Group: https://go.sandler.com/therubygroup/

Bryan Media Strategies: https://www.bryanmediastrategies.com/