Embracing Flexibility and Finding Fulfillment

Description:
In this episode of Reclaiming Your Hue, Kelly sits down with Abby Brown, co-founder of Post + Proper, to explore her journey through the peaks and valleys of motherhood and entrepreneurship. Abby shares her story of navigating career layoffs, embracing flexibility, and finding alignment in her personal and professional life. This heartfelt conversation touches on themes of family, faith, self-belief, and the power of partnerships in pursuing your dreams.

Themes:

•Flexibility: Abby’s journey highlights the importance of adaptability, both as a mom and an entrepreneur. From unexpected layoffs during maternity leave to starting her own business, she found ways to thrive amidst uncertainty.
•Support Systems: The role of spouses, friends, and partners was instrumental in Abby’s success. She credits her business partner, Lauren, as the spark that encouraged her to take the leap into entrepreneurship.
•Identity and Alignment: Abby reflects on the value of staying in alignment with her values and how it has transformed her quality of life.
•Faith and Fulfillment: Her faith and prayer time with God played a pivotal role in guiding her through challenging seasons.

Highlights:

• Abby shares the silver lining of being laid off twice: it gave her invaluable time with her family.
• Her journey of meeting Lauren, co-founding Post + Proper, and eventually transitioning to freelancing.
• Balancing work, family, and personal growth: Abby now has more involvement with her kids’ school, church, and local boards.
• Overcoming mom guilt and business partner guilt while navigating the early stages of her business.
• The value of saying “no” and setting boundaries to avoid overcommitting.
• Affirmations and self-talk that helped her push through imposter syndrome: “We are doing this, and we are doing this well.”
• Abby’s advice to her younger self: “You will figure it out.”

Key Takeaways:

1. Embrace flexibility in life and business. The path may look different from what you envisioned, but it can lead to greater fulfillment.
2. Surround yourself with cheerleaders—whether it’s a supportive spouse, a trusted business partner, or a faith-based community.
3. Trust in your ability to figure things out and don’t be afraid to take risks.
4. Invest in habits and routines that align with your goals, and don’t underestimate the power of saying “no.”

Connect with Abby:

•LinkedIn: Abby Brown
•Instagram: @postandproper
•Facebook: Abby Brown

Tune in to this inspiring episode and discover how Abby turned challenges into opportunities, creating a life filled with purpose and connection.

Contact the Host, Kelly Kirk:

• Email: info.ryh7@gmail.com

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Credits:

• Editor: Joseph Kirk
• Music: Kristofer Tanke

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