the Working Mother’s Mentor Podcast with Julie Finn

The thought that it's too late for bold career moves can keep you circling the past instead of shaping the future.

The truth: it’s not too late, not too late to pivot, to reinvent, to bounce back after layoff. But most people keep rehearsing the wrong story.

In this episode, I break down the lie behind “too late” thinking and the real steps back into forward motion.

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How do you decide to go for it when failure feels too risky?

You’ve done the analysis, run the numbers, had the coffee chats and you’re still circling, not because you’re careless, but because you’re responsible.

In this episode, I walk you through five grounded shifts to help you decide without waiting for certainty that will never come:

This isn’t about rash moves.

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“What should I do next?” It’s the question leaders ask when they’ve achieved success on paper but still feel restless, stuck, or unsure how to move forward.

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In this episode, I offer a strategic framework for navigating that season of uncertainty.

Drawing on research a...

High achiever, you’re not lazy, you’re drowning. 

Between late-night work, endless meetings, kids’ schedules, aging parents, and the constant pull of competing priorities, even the most organized leaders feel like there’s no time left for what they want.

In this episode, I’ll share why procrastinatio and even workload are not the root problem, exhaustion is. 

And I’ll walk you thr...

Feeling stuck? This Weekend Reset will help you clear emotional, physical, and digital clutter so you can finally breathe, think clearly, and move forward with confidence.

You’re not lazy. You’re carrying too much. And clutter, emotional, physical, digital, feeds on exhaustion. That’s why weekends often feel like survival mode, not rest.

This isn’t about perfection. It’s about creating breathi...

Turning 50 isn’t a finish line, it’s the launchpad for your most intentional, empowered decade yet. Whether you’re feeling the pressure to catch up or you’re staring at a blank canvas of possibility, your 50s are where wisdom meets opportunity.

In this episode, I share why your 50s are the perfect time for a bold new chapter, no matter your starting point. As a high-achieving professional, you’ve got the e...

At 45, the demands on your time haven’t slowed, but something in you starts to pause. 

You may still be leading, parenting, caregiving, and producing at full tilt, but your inner voice is asking a quieter, more persistent question: Is this still the life I want to be living?

In this episode, I share what I wish I knew about identity at 45, why this is a golden window of possibility, how to rec...

You’ve built a solid life, but something’s shifting.

At 40, many ambitious leaders feel the tension between stability and growth. You’re not looking to burn it all down, but the identity you built may no longer feel aligned. 

This episode unpacks what I wish I knew at 40 about navigating big internal shifts during high-stakes years, and how to move forward without losing momentum, or yourself...

At 35, your identity isn’t fixed, it’s still unfolding.

This episode is for ambitious leaders navigating the quiet tension between career success and personal evolution. Whether you’re pivoting professionally, redefining success, or just trying to keep your head above water, you’ll hear wisdom, honesty, and practical insight to help you embrace the “and” in your life. You don’t have to be just one thing.

What’s really holding you back from making that decision?

In this episode, I unpack what’s really behind hesitation, especially at the senior or executive level.

You’ll learn:
– Why smart, capable leaders stall (hint: it’s not indecision)
– The hidden commitments that create inner conflict
– How to navigate external resistance
– Executive coaching tools to move forward strategically

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