TRR Podcast - Season 6 Episode 64
Quotable Moments…
“But in my heart of hearts and in my gut, I knew that just didn't sit right. Meaning when I looked around and saw what it took, that, traditional paradigm of you can't have it all…”
-Chrissy McGarry
“I’m a Mom, But I’m Also a Person” with Chrissy McGarry
Episode Summary
In this episode of The Reminder Remedy Podcast, we dive into an enriching conversation with Chrissy McGarry, a successful working mom who shares her experiences, challenges, and insights. We discuss various topics such as the importance of self-awareness, the need to create a healthy work-life harmony, and what it looks like to return to the workforce as a Mom of two.
Chrissy is the Chief Operating Officer for national security software company Second Front, blazing a new trail not only for defense tech leadership but also for female leadership. A force multiplier in the sales and marketing world, McGarry has parlayed her 12+ years of expertise in scaling big brands into the world of defense tech and startups. Fiercely driven in all that she sets out to accomplish, McGarry attributes this drive to her faith, her love of health and wellness, the foundational support offered by her husband, Matt, and becoming a mom to her sons Leo and Michael.
Key Points
The necessity of self-awareness and self-development in improving one's life and relationships.
The value of authenticity and vulnerability in connecting with others, especially in the context of being a working mom.
The challenge of maintaining a balance between personal life and work, especially for working moms.
The need for continuous learning and growth, both personally and professionally.
Alena opens up about the differences between her mother's experience raising her and her own journey as a mother of multiple children.
The influence of 'mom influencers' and the pressure they can put on mothers to create a picture-perfect life is discussed.
Chrissy shares her experience of taking a three-and-a-half-year break from social media and the positive impact it had on her life.
The idea of personal branding and its significance in the professional world was also touched upon.
Chrissy talks about her mantra of "leaving it better than I found it" and how she applies this to every aspect of her life.
Chrissy shares some of her favorite podcasts and books that have helped her on her journey.
The importance of creating a healthy morning routine for a positive start to the day is discussed.
Chrissy also shares her progress on creating a healthy evening routine to disconnect from work.
Books Mentioned
"Radical Candor: Be a Kick-Ass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity By: Kim Scott
Smart Growth: How to Grow Your People to Grow Your Company by Whitney Johnson ****
