In this episode, Lynda, Rachelle, and Marcia share stories about juggling careers, parenting, marriage, aging parents, and personal well‑being—without pretending that “having it all” is easy or even realistic.

They explore the idea of the 5 o’clock club and how waking up an hour earlier can feel like adding an “eighth day” to your week, the power of non‑negotiables at home and at work, and why boundaries—not perfection—are the real key to balance.

You’ll hear honest reflections on:

Raising kids while building a business

Using technology to stay emotionally close, even when traveling

Learning to ask for help and accept that others do things differently

Delegating chores to kids and partners without guilt

Using tools, services, and simple systems to reclaim time

Shifting priorities across life seasons, from young kids to retirement and grandkids

This episode is a practical and emotional guide for anyone who’s ever felt stretched too thin and wondered: How do I build a life that works—for me and the people I love?

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Lynda, Marcia, and Rachelle welcome their first guest to the podcast! Tonia Jahshan and her husband built their own successful tea company even before appearing on Dragons Den and becoming one of the most praised pitches in the show's history. She discusses how she built her business from scratch, shifting to a direct sales model due to popular demand, and changing the name to communicate an expanded brand with a wider range of products.Tonia tells us about her personal struggle with how recent political upheaval in the U.S. seems to be setting women back. But it's made her even more determined to bring women together in their living rooms and to help their Voices Rise.

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In this episode of Voices Rising, we dive into the real,everyday lessons that shape effective leadership—far beyond job titles and corner offices. Lynda, Marcia, and Rachelle share hard-earned wisdom from both corporate and entrepreneurial worlds: why decisive leadership matters, how transparency builds trust, and what happens when leaders get stuck in minutiae instead of vision.

You’ll hear stories about:

- The difference between leaders people follow andleaders they simply tolerate

- Building genuine trust through integrity,authenticity, and care

- Handling feedback, resistance, and the realitythat not everyone will like you

This conversation is equal parts practical and personal,reminding us that leadership is a lifelong journey of growth, self-awareness, and courage. Whether you lead a team, a business, or just yourself right now, you’ll walk away with questions to reflect on and actions you can take today.

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