In this powerful and deeply relatable episode of WOMENdontDOthat, Stephanie Mitton sits down with political strategist, media commentator, and working mom Jordan Leichnitz, to explore the messy, meaningful intersections of career ambition, motherhood, and leadership. From her early days in activism to the adrenaline of Parliament Hill, Jordan shares how she carved out a purpose-driven career without losing sight of her values—or her kids. They discuss the myth of balance, the reality of raising children while building a career, and how letting go of perfectionism can be the key to keeping it all going. Whether you're navigating politics, parenting, or both, this candid conversation is filled with real talk, hard-won advice, and inspiration to help you redefine success on your own terms.
Jordan Leichnitz is an Ottawa-based political consultant with two decades of experience in progressive political strategy and campaigns at the federal, provincial and municipal level. She spent ten years on Parliament Hill working in senior strategy positions for four Leaders of the New Democratic Party of Canada, including serving as Deputy Chief of Staff, overseeing platform and policy development, and handling issues management for the parliamentary caucus. Since 2020, Jordan has served as the Canada Program Manager for the Friedrich Ebert Stiftung, an international German political foundation affiliated with the social democratic party. She is a frequent media commentator on federal and provincial politics and a panelist on The Curse of Politics. Jordan holds a Master's degree in Political Science from the University of Ottawa, and lives in Ottawa with her partner and two young children.
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