As a woman in leadership and a single mother, I′ve often been met with skepticism: from those who question whether I can ′do it all′, to those who assume I must be compromising somewhere. The truth is, I don't do it all. I do what matters. And I've learned to lead with clarity, compassion, and conviction - both at work and at home. Here are five practical strategies that help me navigate the dual roles of executive and mother.
᳓YOU DON'T HAVE TO CHOOSE BETWEEN BEING A GREAT LEADER AND A GREAT MOTHER. YOU JUST HAVE TO DEFINE SUCCESS ON YOUR OWN TERMS - IT WAS NEVER ABOUT WORK-LIFE BALANCE, IT HAS ALWAYS BEEN ABOUT MANAGING THE IMBALANCE᳓.
1 DESIGN YOUR DAY WITH INTENTION
I treat my calendar like a values map. Time for work, time for my kids (who are no longer kids), and time for myself - each block reflects what matters most.
2 OUTSOURCE WITHOUT GUILT
Delegation is not a weakness. It′s a leadership skill. Whether it′s hiring help at home or empowering my team at work, I′ve learned to ask for support unapologetically.
3 USE TECH TO STAY CONNECTED
AI tools help me manage tasks, stay organized, and even send personalized messages to family and friends when I′m traveling. Technology is my co-pilot as in literally, Microsoft Copilot is my best friend.
4 RESPOND TO SKEPTICISM WITH RESULTS
I don′t argue with doubt - I outperform it. Every milestone I reach is a quiet answer to those who underestimated me.
5 GIVE YOURSELF GRACE
Some days are messy. That′s okay. I remind myself that presence matters more than perfection, and love is the most powerful leadership trait I carry.
