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.
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https://chantellpreston.com
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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
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