The Chaotic Middle

Aligning Your Life and Your Core Values with Shannon Logan

In this episode, host Amanda Russell welcomes Shannon Logan, the executive coach behind The Whole Woman Reset. Shannon works with women entrepreneurs and small business owners who are facing health, mindset, and overall fulfillment challenges.   Amanda and Shannon discussed the fast pace of modern society, particularly for mothers. Listen in as Shannon shares her career evolution from fitness to executive coaching, focusing on the unique challenges of CEO moms who need personal alignment to prevent burnout.   If you are a mom facing burnout and a jam-packed calendar, this is an episode for you!   If you enjoy this candid conversation, be sure to subscribe to The Chaotic Middle podcast for more conversations with moms living life in the chaotic middle!   FOLLOW SHANNON    → Website [http://coachshannonlogan.com] → Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/coachshannonlogan]   WHERE TO FIND AMANDA   → Website [https://chaoscoordinationllc.com/] → LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-courtney-russell/] → Threads [https://www.threads.com/@chaoscoordinationllc] → Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/chaoscoordinationllc] → Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/chaoscoordinationllc]

Breaking Up With Self-Sabotage and Rewriting the Story with Giorgia G.

In this episode, host Amanda Russell welcomes Giorgia G., a success coach, to The Chaotic Middle podcast. Listen in as they discuss strategies for high-achieving mothers to overcome self-sabotage, achieve fulfillment without burnout, and release mom guilt by demonstrating that personal achievement benefits their children.   Giorgia and Amanda discussed defining personal success against internal criteria rather than external expectations, shifting the focus from constantly proving oneself to prioritizing high-impact professional activities, and the importance of implementing boundaries, addressing basic needs, and taking risks to prevent burnout.   If you enjoy this candid conversation, be sure to subscribe to The Chaotic Middle podcast for more conversations with moms living life in the chaotic middle!   FOLLOW GIORGIA     → Website [https://www.thetreasureswithin.net/] → LinkedIn [http://linkedin.com/in/giorgia-guazzarotti/]   WHERE TO FIND AMANDA   → Website [https://chaoscoordinationllc.com/] → LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-courtney-russell/] → Threads [https://www.threads.com/@chaoscoordinationllc] → Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/chaoscoordinationllc] → Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/chaoscoordinationllc]

Rebuilding an In-Person Business After a Multi-State Move with Ryann Doria

In this episode, host Amanda Russell welcomes Ryann Doria, owner of Ryann Kristena Events, to discuss the transition from a background in theater to specializing in alternative and non-traditional wedding planning.   Ryann discusses how she has adjusted her business expectations after moving from Orange County, California, to Salt Lake City, Utah. They also discuss the challenges of rebuilding an in-person business after relocating to a new state with a new market and a new demographic.   In addition to professional talk, Ryann and Amanda discuss the importance of involving their children in the business to expose them to alternative career paths and advise new mothers to "embrace the chaos".   If you enjoy this candid conversation, be sure to subscribe to The Chaotic Middle podcast for more conversations with moms living life in the chaotic middle!   FOLLOW RYANN    → Website [http://www.ryannkristenaevents.com] → Instagram [http://www.instagram.com/ryannkristenaevents]   WHERE TO FIND AMANDA   → Website [https://chaoscoordinationllc.com/] → LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-courtney-russell/] → Threads [https://www.threads.com/@chaoscoordinationllc] → Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/chaoscoordinationllc] → Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/chaoscoordinationllc]

Sharing Tools and Resources for Freelancers and Entrepreneurs

In this month’s solo episode, host Amanda Russell discusses successfully transitioning from a virtual assistant into a specialized copywriting firm over 7 years.   She also gets into tools and communities that support her business, including CRM systems, AI tools, and tips on how to improve your business’s copywriting, content strategy, and more.   If you’re a small business owner, entrepreneur, or freelancer who is looking to improve your tech stack or find new ways to streamline your business, this is a must-listen!   Amanda will be back next week with another candid conversation with an inspiring woman in business, so be sure to subscribe to The Chaotic Middle podcast wherever you listen to podcasts! WHERE TO FIND AMANDA   → Resources Amanda mentions [https://chaoscoordinationllc.com/freebies-resources] → Website [https://chaoscoordinationllc.com/] → LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-courtney-russell/] → Threads [https://www.threads.com/@chaoscoordinationllc] → Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/chaoscoordinationllc] → Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/chaoscoordinationllc]

Using Life Experiences to Empower the Next Generation with Nina Echevarria

In this episode, host Amanda Russell welcomes Nina Echevarria, CEO and founder of Millie Micah Design Studio, to The Chaotic Middle podcast.   Nina and Amanda discuss Nina’s mission to create a creative environment for young people and teach them the full life cycle of fashion design, focusing on real-world business skills and adapting teaching methods to the current generation.   Nina also discusses the challenges she has faced as a woman in a male-dominated industry and as a young working parent, and how that has led her to share her knowledge and mentorship with the children of New York City.    If you enjoy this candid conversation, be sure to subscribe to The Chaotic Middle podcast for more conversations with moms living life in the chaotic middle!   FOLLOW NINA    → Website [https://www.meli-micah.com/] → Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/meli_micah/]   WHERE TO FIND AMANDA   → Website [https://chaoscoordinationllc.com/] → LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-courtney-russell/] → Threads [https://www.threads.com/@chaoscoordinationllc] → Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/chaoscoordinationllc] → Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/chaoscoordinationllc]