What We Cover in This Episode:

Things are feeling heavy especially as a woman of color navigating work, family and everything else, so how do you even work right now in this chaos without betraying yourself?

• How do you make sure you honor yourself?
• How do you advocate and educate WITHOUT the burnout? Or how do you not feel guilty if you don’t have it in you?
• How can you be transparent with colleagues with how you’re feeling, while setting boundaries?

In this episode, I’m sharing what I’m doing to personally navigate this season, especially as a proud daughter of a Filipino immigrant farmer and Angeleno.

Whether you’re in a 9–5, building your own business, or somewhere in between, this episode will help you reflect on:

• What it means to work with integrity
• Build buffer space into your life
• and protect your peace in the chaos.

Where We Can Connect:
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I just ended an incredible May, increasing my revenue by 65%. This month, I’m working on 2 courses for a company and partying a lot.

But it’s not what you think, I have kid birthday parties literally every weekend #weold

We’re half way through the year, and it’s my half-time, so I’m doing my own mid-year check-in to hopefully motivate you to also do your OWN mid-year check-in.

Special bonus, I’m also sharing exactly what I’m doing to honor a slower summer season, and what I’m focusing on for fall when things ramp up again.

What We Cover in This Episode:

• What’s been working for me - aka how the hell we’re doing really well despite this chaotic mess rn)
• What’s NOT working - Don’t worry this podcast episode isn’t a highlight reel, I get #realreal
• And my predictions for future trends - I’ve been spot on lately

Resources Mentioned:

• Episode 54: Work-Life Balance: The Lie with Natalie Kuhn | 53 mins | Listen on Apple or Spotify

Where We Can Connect:
Schedule a Business & Career Review call with me to see if it’s a good fit to work together: elainelou.com/call

Check out our 314 client reviews

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What We Cover in This Episode:

Replay + Breakdown of My SCMSDC #1 Pitch (& why that wasn’t even my goal)

This episode isn’t just for business owners, it’s for leaders, job seekers, and anyone navigating relationships (yes, even the hard conversations with loved ones). Whether:

• You're pitching an idea at your next team meeting
• Prepping for a job interview
• Or presenting to a client

This episode is your reminder that pitching isn’t just about “selling,” it’s about being understood.

🎧 Listen in for the replay of the pitch that won me first place at the SCMSDC competition and the real story behind it. You'll hear:

• The full 2-minute pitch
• My strategy and thought process behind each line
• How I actually hit my entire 2024 revenue goal by May 2025 and increased profit by 41%
• What I cut, what I focused on, and how I’ve stayed true to my values through it all

Resources Mentioned:

• Download the free Team Dashboard: elainelou.com/dashboard
• Episode 5: Time & Energy Management to Get Your Life Back | Listen on Apple or Spotify
• Episode 23: How to Get Clients with Ease Through Referrals & Renewals | Listen on Apple or Spotify

Where We Can Connect:
Schedule a Business & Career Review call with me to see if it’s a good fit to work together: elainelou.com/call
Check out our 320 client reviews
Follow the Podcast on Apple
Follow the Podcast on Spotify
Follow Elaine on Instagram: @elainelou_
Connect with Elaine on LinkedIn: Elaine Lou Cartas
Check out our other podcasts for Women of Color