Brave New Beginnings, with Dr Juliet Breeze

Brave New Beginnings, with Dr Juliet Breeze

What if having it all isn’t quite enough? In this powerful episode of Get Real, Get Results, Chantell Preston sits down with Dr. Juliet Breeze, CEO of Next Level Medical, to explore what happens when outward success collides with inner longing. Juliet opens up about her journey from a picture-perfect life—thriving career, decades-long marriage, and successful children—to a pivotal moment of self-realization, vulnerability, and intentional change. You’ll hear Dr. Breeze’s honest reflections on why even high-achievers can lose their sense of joy and connection, the epidemic of loneliness in modern life, and her bold decision to rewrite her own story. Together, Chantell and Juliet share wisdom on rebuilding authentic relationships, setting healthy boundaries, and why finding your tribe is essential at every stage of life. Discover practical strategies for cultivating deeper friendships, identifying the people who truly lift you up, and the surprising power of simply sharing a meal. Juliet’s candor about choosing happiness, embracing the unknown, and giving yourself permission to grow will inspire anyone feeling stuck behind the façade of “having it all.” If you’re ready to get real about what fulfillment really means, how to move past the expectations of others, and the courage it takes to start fresh—this is the episode for you. Subscribe for more honest conversations, and share this episode with someone who craves connection and a life lived on their own terms. 00:00 Real Friends Call Out Your BS (And Why You Need Them) 02:17 Competing in Healthcare—But Lifting Each Other Up 04:00 Losing Yourself: The Loneliness Epidemic Among High Achievers 07:00 When Passion Fades: Recognizing Lost Connection at Work and Home 10:01 Facing the Fear of Living Alone for the First Time 11:52 The Unexpected Wisdom That Comes With Age 13:05 Deepening Friendships and Family Connection After Major Life Changes 14:15 Choosing Honesty—Even When It’s Painful 16:43 Building a Supportive Tribe After Major Life Shifts 18:21 Preserving Energy: Setting Boundaries With Draining People 20:04 How to Intentionally Find and Cultivate Meaningful Friendships 22:23 Why True Friends Give Tough Love (And How to Accept It) 23:36 Learning Whose Opinions Matter Most 25:51 Walking Away: The Hard Reality of Setting Boundaries 27:25 Simple Joys: Slowing Down and Rediscovering Yourself 29:18 From “Having It All” to Asking What Really Matters 32:21 The Power of Longing—and Why It Never Ends 35:38 One Practical Step: Build Your Tribe by Breaking Bread

Burnout and Taking Back Control, with Ashly Balding

What happens when your drive and discipline push you to the very brink—physically, emotionally, and spiritually? In this powerful episode of Get Real, Get Results, host Speaker B welcomes Ashley Balding, Executive Vice President and Chief Sales Officer at Associated Luxury Hotels International, for an intimate conversation that cuts through the noise of perfectionism and reveals what it means to truly take care of yourself. Ashley’s story is a wake-up call for every woman who’s ever put her own health last. Battling career challenges, family upheaval, and overwhelming stress, Ashley ignored her body’s warnings—until a near-fatal heart crisis forced her to stop, surrender, and reset everything. She shares how pushing through pain and normalizing exhaustion nearly cost her life, and how open-heart surgery became an unexpected gift that transformed her mindset and sense of purpose. Discover the essential lessons Ashley learned about the hidden dangers of high achievement: Why do so many women equate exhaustion with leadership? How can you recognize the signals your body—and your spirit—are sending before it’s too late? Ashley opens up about finding strength in vulnerability, setting boundaries without guilt, seeking wisdom in community, and redefining success by prioritizing faith, family, and intentional living. Packed with raw honesty, practical strategies, and hope, this episode is your permission slip to pause, ask for help, and finally put yourself first. Subscribe for more real conversations that inspire transformation—or share this episode with someone who needs the reminder: you can’t pour from an empty cup. CHAPTERS 00:00 A Miracle Warning Saves My Life 02:13 High-Performing Women Neglecting Their Health 05:12 Coping With Crisis: Career, Family, and Personal Loss 07:29 Ignoring Medical Red Flags Until It’s Almost Too Late 08:23 Surviving Open Heart Surgery and the Aftermath 10:09 The Long Road to Becoming Pacemaker Free 11:07 Mistaking Exhaustion for Leadership 12:18 Redefining Worth: Output Isn’t Everything 16:01 Letting Go of Control: Facing Mortality 19:44 The Power of Gratitude After Trauma 21:17 Crystal Balls vs. Rubber Balls: Prioritizing What Matters 25:43 Lean In—Why Asking for Help Heals 29:08 Setting Boundaries With People Who Drain You 31:13 Leading With Compassion, Not Overextension 33:14 Moving Beyond Anger: Forgiveness as Superpower 37:37 Modeling Purpose and Meaning For the Next Generation 40:32 The Simple Power of Sleep and Breathwork 42:47 The Real Cost of Ignoring Your Body’s Warnings The Success Lie is available now for pre-sale! Learn more at: https://chantellpreston.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chantellpreston YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@ChantellPreston Join host Chantell Preston, a seasoned professional with over two decades of experience in healthcare operations, project management, and consulting, as she shares invaluable insights and lessons learned from navigating the complexities of career advancement and personal satisfaction.  Through candid conversations and expert advice, "Get Real, Get Results" serves as your go-to resource for achieving harmony between work and life without sacrificing well-being.  Learn more at: https://chantellpreston.com

The Cost of Caregiving with Mia Mends

Caregiving, career pressure, marriage, motherhood, aging parents, and the quiet question so many women carry: how is anyone supposed to hold all of this at once? Chantell Preston sits down with Mia Mends for a deeply honest conversation about life in the sandwich generation and the invisible emotional load that often falls on women. This episode is for anyone navigating the pull between ambition and responsibility, especially women carrying multiple generations at once. It is a reminder that you are not failing because life feels heavy. You may simply be living a very full life, and there are wiser, kinder ways to move through it. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Integration Over Balance 01:19 Entering the Sandwich Generation 03:15 Her Father’s Parkinson’s Diagnosis 05:47 When Her Mother Moved In 07:44 Marriage, Grace, and Shared Sacrifice 09:59 Making the Hard Call for More Help 11:54 The Hidden Cost of Caregiving 13:42 Why Systems and Benefits Fall Short 15:49 Grounding in Joy and Gratitude 17:52 Legacy, Purpose, and What Really Matters 19:55 Using Your Life to Make Things Better 21:33 Dignity in Frontline Work 23:57 Immigration, Loss, and Resilience 25:43 Staying Present With Her Children 27:40 What Kids Learn by Watching Us 29:42 Letting Children See Your Work 30:42 Nerves, Courage, and Doing It Anyway 31:42 Finding Work That Makes Your Heart Sing 33:48 Boundaries, Resentment, and Asking for Help 35:18 Taking Care of Yourself Without Guilt 37:23 Midlife Freedom and New Perspective 39:39 Small Ways to Give Caregivers Relief 41:47 Vulnerability, Recognition, and Closing Reflections The Success Lie [https://thesuccessliebook.com/]is available now for pre-sale! Learn more at: https://chantellpreston.com [https://www.chantellpreston.com/] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chantellpreston [https://www.linkedin.com/in/chantellpreston] YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@ChantellPreston [http://www.youtube.com/@ChantellPreston] Join host Chantell Preston, a seasoned professional with over two decades of experience in healthcare operations, project management, and consulting, as she shares invaluable insights and lessons learned from navigating the complexities of career advancement and personal satisfaction.  Through candid conversations and expert advice, "Get Real, Get Results" serves as your go-to resource for achieving harmony between work and life without sacrificing well-being.  Learn more at: https://chantellpreston.com

From Corporate to Entrepreneur: Stephanie Cartin’s Real Advice on Building, Balancing, & Belonging

What does it really take to leap from a stable corporate job to building a thriving business, all while balancing life’s toughest challenges? In this empowering new episode of Get Real, Get Results, Chantell is joined by Stephanie Cartin—serial entrepreneur, co-founder of Socialfly, and leader of the Entrepreneista League—for a candid conversation about embracing risk, building community, and redefining success on your own terms. Stephanie shares her journey from childhood side hustler to running a top social media agency, highlighting the pivotal moment she left the corporate world to pursue her entrepreneurial dreams. She’s transparent about the realities of juggling multiple roles—business owner, mother, and advocate—and opens up about her difficult fertility journey and the power of self-advocacy in health and business. If you’ve ever wondered how successful women really juggle it all—or if you’re ready to join a network that supports your next big leap—this episode is for you!  Learn more at: https://chantellpreston.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chantellpreston YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@ChantellPreston CHAPTERS 00:00 The Power of Starting—Why Plans Matter, Even If They Change 01:30 From Corporate Climber to Serial Entrepreneur 04:48 Balancing a Side Hustle with a Full-Time Job 06:32 Advice for Women Starting Businesses Later in Life 08:39 How to Choose the Right Community for You 10:59 The Truth About “Just Jump”—Evaluating Timing and Readiness 12:17 Redefining Success: Not Everyone Wants a Billion-Dollar Exit 13:57 Unlearning Corporate Values to Build a Better Business 16:22 Mentorship, Networking, and the “Built to Sell” Moment 19:45 How Long-Term Relationships Lead to Trusted Advisors 22:20 Setting Boundaries: Giving, Receiving, and Protecting Your Time 23:45 Behind the Highlights: Stephanie’s Emotional Fertility Journey 26:03 How Self-Advocacy Can Save Your Life 29:58 You’re Not Alone—Why Asking for Help Is Essential 31:54 Getting Comfortable Being Uncomfortable—Just Start Asking 33:37 Founders Weekend Announcement—Building Community for Women Leaders

5 Back-to-School Survival Hacks for Working Moms: Stay Sane & Get Results!

Juggling back-to-school chaos while managing a career is no small feat. On today’s episode of Get Real, Get Results, Chantell opens up about the overwhelm many working moms face during this season—offering five practical strategies to maintain sanity, including:  Creating a Sunday night routine to plan the week ahead - Building in a 30-minute morning buffer for calm and clarity - Delegating tasks at home to kids, partners, and caregivers - Using AI for grocery lists, meal planning, and even homework support - Letting go of unrealistic expectations Emphasizing  grace over guilt, Chantell reminds listeners that perfection isn’t the goal—confidence, presence, and connection are. This episode is packed with relatable insights and tactical tips to help moms feel more in control, supported, and calm as the school year begins. Learn more at: https://chantellpreston.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chantellpreston YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@ChantellPreston CHAPTERS: 00:00 Grace Over Guilt: The Reality of Working Mom Life 01:02 Why Back-to-School Triggers Overwhelm 02:16 Strategy #1: Sunday Night Routines 04:20 Creating a Home Command Center 04:44 Strategy #2: 30-Minute Morning Buffer 06:30 Strategy #3: Delegating Like a Boss 08:18 Strategy #4: AI as a Mom Hack 11:10 Calendaring Tools That Save Sanity 13:19 Strategy #5: Letting Go of Perfection 14:36 Recap of All Five Strategies 16:02 Why Motherhood and Leadership Are Deeply Connected 16:37 Final Thoughts & Listener Call to Action