In this episode of Parenthood Bytes, we're delighted to welcome back the insightful Lauren Fischetti, whom we last spoke to on Episode 20. While her previous appearance offered a glimpse into her inspiring journey into tech and coaching, today's conversation dives deeper into the evolution of her coaching career.

Lauren shares the pivotal shifts in her business, starting with a focus on empowering women in the tech industry and now expanding to address the critical challenges of burnout and the art of balancing a fulfilling career with being a present and engaged parent.

🎧 Tune in to gain valuable insights and practical tips for achieving a more sustainable and balanced life.

▶️ Check out Episode 20 to hear Lauren's journey into tech and coaching.

💡If you'd like to learn more about Lauren's coaching business or how she can help you or your business, you can reach her at https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-fischetti/.

📣 If you or someone you know, has experience as a parent in tech and would like to share your story, ➡️ email me at ⁠chiao@parenthoodbytes.co⁠!

✨Interested in sponsoring an episode? ➡️ Email me at ⁠⁠chiao@parenthoodbytes.co⁠!

In this insightful episode, we welcome back Ha Tran, , a former tech executive turned coach. Her business, The Inner Fire, focuses on helping people lead with more clarity and courage both at home and at work. You may remember her from Episode 60, where she talked to us about her journey into tech and how she pivoted into coaching. Ha joins us today to explore the crucial topic of discussing future careers with children and how to set them up with the foundation to make tough decisions on their own.

Ha emphasizes the importance of nurturing essential life skills in kids, focusing on the development of emotional intelligence, social intelligence, and robust problem-solving abilities rather than just focusing on a specific script. She shares practical strategies and perspectives on how parents can guide young people to make wise and thoughtful decisions about their future paths, empowering them to navigate uncertainty and embrace opportunities with confidence.

💡 If you would like to reach out to Ha, you can find her at theinnerfire.co or email her at ha@theinnerfire.co.

In this episode, we welcome back Bernadette Castaneda, a seasoned Compliance Manager and the mother of a now 25-year-old son. Drawing from her personal experiences, Bernadette generously shares her strategies and wisdom on navigating the often-challenging teenage years with her son. She delves into the nuances of guiding him through the significant milestone of choosing a college and offers valuable perspectives on supporting him in making crucial life decisions along the way.

Beyond the college application process, Bernadette also provides practical advice on staying attuned to the various facets of a teenager's life. This includes fostering healthy communication when a romantic partner or close friends enter the picture, being mindful of the environment and influences surrounding your child, and generally staying connected with their evolving world.

🎧 Tune in to gain valuable insights and actionable tips from Bernadette's journey, offering a blend of personal anecdotes and thoughtful reflections on raising a teenager in today's world.

💡 You can also revisit Bernadette's previous appearances in Episode 11, where she recounted her journey into the tech industry and the joys and challenges of raising a young child, and in Episode 70, where she thoughtfully discussed her decision-making process regarding private versus public schooling.

✉️ Please reach out to me at chiao@parenthoodbytes.co if you'd like to be a guest on the podcast or if there is a specific topic that you would like to hear being discussed.

✨ Interested in sponsoring an episode? ➡️ Email me at chiao@parenthoodbytes.co!