Building a Better Life

We've been dealing with COVID for over a year now and working from home and the boundary setting is pretty non-existent, so that means you might be feeling a little burned out right now. In episode 43, Erin shares some ways to know if you're currently experiencing burn out at home or at work and ways that you can help deal with it. She even shares some of her personal experiences with it this year. If you are dealing with more than just burn out, please reach out to a medical professional for assistance. Here are some free resources for those needing access to mental health care: SAMHSA National Helpline https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline - 1-800-662-4357 California Mental Health Resources: https://www.dmhc.ca.gov/HealthCareinCalifornia/ResourceList.aspx#mental ---------------- ***DISCLAIMER: All of the information in this episode is for informational purposes only. Erin does not claim to be a legal advisor nor give legal advice. Erin is not a medical professional and does not claim to be a medical professional nor give out medical advice. ---------------- If you're feeling overwhelmed with starting a career change and need a coach to work through it with, Erin is still accepting 1-on-1 coaching clients: Book a Coaching Package w/ Erin ---------------- As always, I'd love for you to review this podcast on your favorite streaming platform and share a screenshot of you listening and be sure to tag @erinmbackman on Instagram and @erinbackmancoaching on Facebook! Want more information on stuff or just some good freebies! CLICK HERE --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erin-backman/support

Okay, you're ready to show up and start doing videos on your social media feeds but you're not quite sure where to start. That's cool, Erin's got you! In this episode, 042, she'll share some things you'll want to get in order before you start recording. As well as some things you need to consider when creating and posting video content. You don't have to be afraid to show up authentically with your audience anymore! They love videos and after 30 days, you will too! Don't forget to download the 50 Video Ideas Guide mentioned in the episode. ---------------- ***DISCLAIMER: All of the information in this episode is for informational purposes only. Erin does not claim to be a legal advisor nor give legal advice. ---------------- If you're needing help to create new pricing, Erin offers One on One support through planning your 2021 for your BEST year ever! Book a Coaching Package w/ Erin ---------------- As always, I'd love for you to review this podcast on your favorite streaming platform and share a screenshot of you listening and be sure to tag @erinmbackman on Instagram and @erinbackmancoaching on Facebook! Want more information on stuff or just some good freebies! CLICK HERE --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erin-backman/support

I see you, it's hard to know what to post on social media. 2020 was rough and we have NO idea what to expect as an entrepreneur, let alone a human being, in 2021. Don't fear, love! You can still show up on social media as yourself and make genuine connections with your followers. In episode 41, Erin shares how you can show up authentically online and share your “mess” as part of your message to your followers. When we show up as ourselves, we are able to create the connections, engagement, and sales we're wanting! Don't be afraid to be yourself! ---------------- ***DISCLAIMER: All of the information in this episode is for informational purposes only. Erin does not claim to be a legal advisor nor give legal advice. ---------------- If you're needing help to create new pricing, Erin offers One on One support through planning your 2021 for your BEST year ever! Book a Coaching Package w/ Erin ---------------- As always, I'd love for you to review this podcast on your favorite streaming platform and share a screenshot of you listening and be sure to tag @erinmbackman on Instagram and @erinbackmancoaching on Facebook! Want more information on stuff or just some good freebies! CLICK HERE --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erin-backman/support

It's a new year and you have SO many things you want to accomplish and grow in your life and business. The overwhelm is real!! I feel it, love! Don't worry though, Erin's got you. In episode 40, Erin shares how you can plan your week in 15 minutes every Sunday and Slay Your Schedule. She shares how she plans her week and goes over how to add time in your week for yourself by getting into a routine with your schedule. It's time for us to own our schedule, and not let it own us! ---------------- ***DISCLAIMER: All of the information in this episode is for informational purposes only. Erin does not claim to be a legal advisor nor give legal advice. ---------------- If you're needing help to create new pricing, Erin offers One on One support through planning your 2021 for your BEST year ever! Book a Coaching Package w/ Erin ---------------- As always, I'd love for you to review this podcast on your favorite streaming platform and share a screenshot of you listening and be sure to tag @erinmbackman on Instagram and @erinbackmancoaching on Facebook! Want more information on stuff or just some good freebies! CLICK HERE --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erin-backman/support

Curious about what content to include on your website about your pricing? Unsure about how to talk about money or your prices on social media? Well, have I got the podcast episode for you! In episode 39, Erin discusses a few ways to share your pricing with current and potential clients and customers. We'll talk about websites, social media, and a little bit on audience conversions! Now let's get crystal clear about our pricing with our customers and clients. ---------------- ***DISCLAIMER: All of the information in this episode is for informational purposes only. Erin does not claim to be a legal advisor nor give legal advice. ---------------- If you're needing help to create new pricing, Erin offers One on One support through restructuring your pricing! Book a Coaching Package w/ Erin ---------------- As always, I'd love for you to review this podcast on your favorite streaming platform and share a screenshot of you listening and be sure to tag @erinmbackman on Instagram and @erinbackmancoaching on Facebook! Want more information on stuff or just some good freebies! CLICK HERE --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erin-backman/support

Okay, we're getting into something HOT today! Erin discusses one of the more common issues she encounters when working with creative entrepreneurs when it comes to pricing and their businesses, people pleasing. In episode 38, Erin shares the ten signs you're a people pleaser, as well as what those behaviors look like as a creative entrepreneur. She then takes a few minutes to share three different strategies to combat those behaviors and finally kick them to the curb! You deserve to earn more year over year, don't be afraid love! People will still like you if you charge a little bit more! I promise! ---------------- ***DISCLAIMER: All of the information in this episode is for informational purposes only. Erin does not claim to be a legal advisor nor give legal advice. ---------------- If you're needing help to create new pricing, Erin offers One on One support through restructuring your pricing! Book a Coaching Package w/ Erin ---------------- As always, I'd love for you to review this podcast on your favorite streaming platform and share a screenshot of you listening and be sure to tag @erinmbackman on Instagram and @erinbackmancoaching on Facebook! Want more information on stuff or just some good freebies! CLICK HERE --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erin-backman/support

Okay, so you know that you need to change your pricing but you just don't know how the hell you're going to do that. Well, love, it starts with your mindset. In the second installment in her series on Charging Your Worth, Erin discusses how your mindset makes all the difference when pricing your services or products. In this episode, Erin reviews the difference between a Money Mindset and a Time Focused Mindset. She discusses the two resources and why switching your focus from money to time that you'll make it easier to attract the clients and customers that are ready and willing to pay for your services or products. Erin also checks in with you to provide a little bit more detail about how you can evaluate your service or product based offers for a price increase. It's hard enough to come up with our pricing in the first place, let alone know how to evaluate for a price increase. ---------------- ***DISCLAIMER: All of the information in this episode is for informational purposes only. Erin does not claim to be a legal advisor nor give legal advice. ---------------- If you're needing help to create new pricing, Erin offers One on One support through restructuring your pricing! Book a Coaching Package w/ Erin ---------------- As always, I'd love for you to review this podcast on your favorite streaming platform and share a screenshot of you listening and be sure to tag @erinmbackman on Instagram and @erinbackmancoaching on Facebook! Want more information on stuff or just some good freebies! CLICK HERE --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erin-backman/support

Are you a creative trying to make a living but struggling to know how to price your services or goods? Maybe you know you offer an amazing product or service but have NO idea where to get started to price yourself. In this episode, Erin will review some of the psychology behind how and why consumers choose to purchase from you. She shares several examples how to begin rethinking your pricing for a few different creative careers, from a social media marketing manager, life coach, hairstylist, and even an Etsy shop owner! ---------------- ***DISCLAIMER: All of the information in this episode is for informational purposes only. Erin does not claim to be a legal advisor nor give legal advice. ---------------- If you're ready to jump head first into a Career Transition - Erin offers One on One support through your career change or she can coach you through starting your own business or restructuring your pricing! Book a Coaching Package w/ Erin ---------------- As always, I'd love for you to review this podcast on your favorite streaming platform and share a screenshot of you listening and be sure to tag @erinmbackman on Instagram and @erinbackmancoaching on Facebook! Join my FREE Facebook group for Building a Better Life listeners ------> CLICK HERE --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erin-backman/support

Why is it important to review your job history often? Well if you aren't happy at your current job or career, it's a great way to see the pros and cons of your past jobs to avoid making the same mistakes in the future! Erin reviews her own job history to share with you, her listeners, that she's just like you, and has had ALL kinds of jobs! It's okay! As long as we're learning from each job and getting closer to what our passion is, it's not in vain. ---------------- ***DISCLAIMER: All of the information in this episode is for informational purposes only. Erin does not claim to be a legal advisor nor give legal advice. ---------------- Ready to Pursue Your Passion? This is the LAST week to sign up as a Founding Member! You'll enjoy exclusive pricing and added bonus modules, just for you! SIGN UP HERE ---------------- If you're ready to jump head first into a Career Transition - Erin offers One on One support through your career change Book a Coaching Package w/ Erin ---------------- As always, I'd love for you to review this podcast on your favorite streaming platform and share a screenshot of you listening and be sure to tag @erinmbackman on Instagram and @erinbackmancoaching on Facebook! Want more information on stuff or just some good freebies! CLICK HERE --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erin-backman/support

Join Erin with one of her good friends, Brandie Morris, of @averiealexanderllc She works full time and is building her empire through her Etsy shop, Averiealexander. She started her shop by creating baby beanies but it was when she pivoted in May and started making face masks. In her first month after her pivot, she made over $1000 with ZERO advertising! Be prepared for lots of EFF bombs and lots of giggles! ---------------- ***DISCLAIMER: All of the information in this episode is for informational purposes only. Erin does not claim to be a legal advisor nor give legal advice. ---------------- Ready to Pursue Your Passion? Then get on the Waitlist today for the Founding Members Launch of Erin's first Career Transition Coaching Membership. Doors open October 21st and close on November 1st. ---------------- If you're ready to jump head first into a Career Transition - Erin offers One on One support through your career change Book a Coaching Package w/ Erin ---------------- As always, I'd love for you to review this podcast on your favorite streaming platform and share a screenshot of you listening and be sure to tag @erinmbackman on Instagram and @erinbackmancoaching on Facebook! Want more information on stuff or just some good freebies! CLICK HERE --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erin-backman/support

Join us on today's episode of Building a Better Life, where Erin interviews Jewell Staley, an Entrepreneur Coach! She shares how she has made several pivots in her career, from working on Wall Street, to designing luxury homes for resale, to her current passion, coaching other entrepreneurs!  She's hosting an amazing FREE challenge, Employee to Entrepreneur, sign up here! You can find Jewell here on Instagram and on her website.  Thank you so much for listening and be sure to follow her! ---------------- ***DISCLAIMER: All of the information in this episode is for informational purposes only. Erin does not claim to be a legal advisor nor give legal advice. ---------------- Ready to Pursue Your Passion? Then get on the Waitlist today for the Founding Members Launch of Erin's first Career Transition Coaching Membership. Doors open in October 21st! CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE WAITLIST ----->>>>>>> Pursue Your Passion Waitlist ---------------- If you're ready to jump head first into a Career Transition - Erin offers One on One support through your career change Book a Coaching Package w/ Erin ---------------- As always, I'd love for you to review this podcast on your favorite streaming platform and share a screenshot of you listening and be sure to tag @erinmbackman on Instagram and @erinbackmancoaching on Facebook! Want more information on stuff or just some good freebies! CLICK HERE --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erin-backman/support

Join us on today's episode of Building a Better Life, where Erin interviews Carolyn Chylia, a Coach who focuses on Energetic Alignment for Soul-Led Entrepreneurs! She discusses how she worked through her own Imposter Syndrome to show up more authentically for her clients. Her combination of kinesiology and neuro-linguistic programming helps her to heal her clients' mind, body, and soul. You can find Carolyn here on Facebook, Instagram, and on her website. Thank you so much for listening and be sure to follow her! ---------------- ***DISCLAIMER: All of the information in this episode is for informational purposes only. Erin does not claim to be a legal advisor nor give legal advice. ---------------- Ready to Pursue Your Passion? Then get on the Waitlist today for the Founding Members Launch of Erin's first Career Transition Coaching Membership. Doors open in October 21st! CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE WAITLIST ----->>>>>>> Pursue Your Passion Waitlist ---------------- If you're ready to jump head first into a Career Transition - Erin offers One on One support through your career change Book a Coaching Package w/ Erin ---------------- As always, I'd love for you to review this podcast on your favorite streaming platform and share a screenshot of you listening and be sure to tag @erinmbackman on Instagram and @erinbackmancoaching on Facebook! Want more information on stuff or just some good freebies! CLICK HERE --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erin-backman/support

Can we have balance in our lives? How is it even possible? Balance and Harmony are two different sides of the same coin and in today's episode, Erin shares her thoughts on the two. She shares how to save your sanity while being a working mother. Want to save time at home by utilizing the cleaning routine Erin discusses? Purchase it HERE! It's only $10 and you can take the simple system that I created and get your shit together at home! ---------------- ***DISCLAIMER: All of the information in this episode is for informational purposes only. Erin does not claim to be a legal advisor nor give legal advice. ---------------- Ready to Pursue Your Passion? Then get on the Waitlist today for the Founding Members Launch of Erin's first Career Transition Coaching Membership. Doors open in October! CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE WAITLIST ----->>>>>>> Pursue Your Passion Waitlist ---------------- If you're ready to jump head first into a Career Transition - Erin offers One on One support through your career change Book a Coaching Package w/ Erin ---------------- As always, I'd love for you to review this podcast on your favorite streaming platform and share a screenshot of you listening and be sure to tag @erinmbackman on Instagram and @erinbackmancoaching on Facebook! Want more information on stuff or just some good freebies! CLICK HERE --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erin-backman/support

Have you ever wondered if changing careers based on the different phases of your life? Or are you currently making sacrifices in your career for your children right now? Maybe you're doing something you're not IN LOVE with because, well, you just have to. Life is hard right now. Being a Mama is hard, but it's even harder if we're not able to talk with other Mamas. That's why I love doing this podcast during this pandemic, because I'm able to connect with other Mamas and talk about how we're all handling work and motherhood in this crazy time. __________ In this episode, Erin chats with fellow working & side hustling Mama, Sara Moon. She's an IT Recruiter living in Colorado, who also happens to have a side hustle she's EXTREMELY passionate about, CBD products. Sara shares about her 15 years as a working mother and some of her various careers during that time, and even reveals some truths about sometimes being a martyr for your children. Honesty runs through her veins and she passes that value onto her two girls, who are teenagers! __________ You can follow Sara here on Instagram @saramoonfeelbetter You can shop all of the CBD goodies here. __________ ***DISCLAIMER: All of the information in this episode is for informational purposes only. Erin does not claim to be a legal advisor nor give legal advise. __________ If you're ready to jump head first into a Career Transition - Erin offer's One on One support through your career change Book a Coaching Package w/ Erin __________ As always, I'd love for you to review this podcast on your favorite streaming platform and share a screenshot of you listening and be sure to tag @erinmbackman on Instagram and @erinbackmancoaching on Facebook! Want more information on stuff or just some good freebies! CLICK HERE --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erin-backman/support

Erin interviews fellow toddler mum, Karla. She hails from London in the UK and has two young daughters, ages 3 and 1. She discusses her current work situation, working part time for a technology company, and her own side business that she runs with her husband on Etsy. __________ 4 mins - Karla shares about her career. 9 mins - Her experience as a Mum of 2 girls. 20 mins - Words of Affirmation with your children 22 mins - Mental Load of Motherhood 24 mins - Karla's Return to Work Experience 32 mins - Karla's Experience with Working from Home during the Pandemic 39 mins - Balance in Life 42 mins - Rapid Fire Questions __________ You can find Karla on Instagram at @karla_andreaxo You can find her blog at http://raisinglittleloves.com/ You can find their Etsy Shop, Petit Wonders here and on Instagram as well @petitwondershop If you're looking for support from others going through the Career Change process, check out the BUILDING A BETTER LIFE - THE GROUP on Facebook to connect with Erin and other entrepreneurs. __________ ***DISCLAIMER: All of the information in this episode is for informational purposes only. Erin does not claim to be a legal advisor nor give legal advise. __________ If you're ready to jump head first into a Career Transition - Erin offer's One on One support through your career change Book a Coaching Package w/ Erin __________ As always, I'd love for you to review this podcast on your favorite streaming platform and share a screenshot of you listening and be sure to tag @erinmbackman on Instagram and @erinbackmancoaching on Facebook! Want more information on stuff or just some good freebies! CLICK HERE --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erin-backman/support

When you're ready to just CHANGE shit up and just want to have a new career or job like yesterday, this episode is for you! This is the 5th and final part of this series and we're wrapping it up in a nice bow for ya! __________ Erin shares some of the key ways that you can get started with your Career Change: Identify Your Passion Identify Your Why (Check out this video about Finding Your Why with Simon Sinek) (here's his book too) Identify Your Target Market & Audience Start Doing! Whatever it is, just start doing while you work on the other 3. Get Your Finances and Legal Stuff in Order Schedule. Figure out how much or how little you want to work and when you'll work on things. Partner with someone - Find a Mentor or Work with a Coach If you're looking for support from others going through the Career Change process, check out the BUILDING A BETTER LIFE - THE GROUP on Facebook to connect with Erin and other entrepreneurs. ***DISCLAIMER: All of the information in this episode is for informational purposes only. Erin does not claim to be a legal advisor nor give legal advise. __________ If you're ready to jump head first into a Career Transition - Erin offer's One on One support through your career change Book a Coaching Package w/ Erin __________ As always, I'd love for you to review this podcast on your favorite streaming platform and share a screenshot of you listening and be sure to tag @erinmbackman on Instagram and @erinbackmancoaching on Facebook! Want more information on stuff or just some good freebies! CLICK HERE --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erin-backman/support

Join Business Coach, Erin Backman, on the 4th episode of a 5 part series on Career Change. Today she's talking about all things Side Hustle related. If you're ready to get some inspiration and motivation to get your own side hustle started, take a listen! __________ Topics Covered in the Episode: * Types of Side Hustles * What we need to figure out regarding our Side Hustle before we get started * What makes a successful Side Hustle Launch ___________ If you're ready to jump head first into a Career Transition - Erin offer's One on One support through your career change Book a Coaching Package w/ Erin _____ As always, I'd love for you to review this podcast on your favorite streaming platform and share a screenshot of you listening and be sure to tag @erinmbackman on Instagram and @erinbackmancoaching on Facebook! If you're needing support during this time, she has some free resources listed on her linktree: https://linktr.ee/erinmbackman --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erin-backman/support

Join Business Coach, Erin Backman, on the 3rd episode of a 5 part series on Career Change. She'll discuss some tips for navigating a career shift at your current company, as well as some things to get started if you're interested in completely changing your career. You don't have to go it alone! __________ Topics Covered in the Episode: * Review what we've covered in the series so far * What we need to start thinking about for executing a career change * What we can do if we want to shift our role at our current company If you're ready to jump head first into a Career Transition - Erin offer's One on One support through your career change Book a Coaching Package w/ Erin _____ As always, I'd love for you to review this podcast on your favorite streaming platform and share a screenshot of you listening and be sure to tag @erinmbackman on Instagram and @erinbackmancoaching on Facebook! If you're needing support during this time, she has some free resources listed on her linktree: https://linktr.ee/erinmbackman --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erin-backman/support

Join Business Coach, Erin Backman, on the 25th Episode of her podcast and the 2nd episode of a 5 part series on Career Change. She'll review why it's important that you follow your passion in your career and how deeply it impacts not only your work like but your home life as well. Women shouldn't feel confined to stay in one role that they hate or even one they tolerate. Make this year yours! __________ Topics Covered in the Episode: How to find your passion What is passion Why it's important Erin shares her experiences Some questions to ask yourself to help you find your passion - https://www.viacharacter.org/ (Character Assessment - To Help Figure Out Your Strengths) Finding support through your career change - https://www.erinbackman.com/book-online (Book a Free 20 minute Discovery Call w/ Erin) _____ As always, I'd love for you to review this podcast on your favorite streaming platform and share a screenshot of you listening and be sure to tag @erinmbackman on Instagram and @erinbackmancoaching on Facebook! If you're needing support during this time, she has some free resources listed on her linktree: https://linktr.ee/erinmbackman --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erin-backman/support

This marks the start of a 5 part series dedicated to the Career Change! If you're tired of working that 9-5 or maybe you just want to promote where you're at or hell, maybe you just want a WHOLE NEW LIFE too, this series has you covered! ___ Erin shares about her own experiences related to career fulfillment and outlines the 5 steps that you can take right now if you're not feeling fulfilled at work! ___ As always, I'd love for you to review this podcast on your favorite streaming platform and share a screenshot of you listening and be sure to tag @erinmbackman on Instagram and @erinbackmancoaching on Facebook! If you're needing support during this time, she has some free resources listed on her linktree: https://linktr.ee/erinmbackman --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erin-backman/support

Welcome back to another Career Change Episode. This time Erin interviews Lorena Martinez, Co-Owner of The Colour Bar Salon, which has two locations in Sacramento, CA. 3:00 A Little About Lorena & Her Education History 21:00 Deciding to Change Careers - Attend Hair School 26:15 Timeline of Lorena's Careers 28:00 Experiencing Burnout Early 33:45 You Will Still Experience Burnout in something you love too 36:00 Why She decided to open a salon straight out of Beauty School 41:30 Possible Partnership - First Years of Business 52:00 Connections are Powerful 60:00 Growing Her Team 55:30 The Future of Her Career 66:00 Advice for Women Changing Their Career _______________________________________ You can follow Lorena on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lorena_thecolourbar/ You can follow The Colour Bar Salon on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_thecolourbar/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erin-backman/support

Erin is joined again on Building a Better Life by fellow working Mama, Megan Sykes, @iansmama822 . The two discuss their own experiences with the transition from married life to motherhood, and how it affected their personal identities. You'll get an in depth look into how each of these working mamas is handling this transition and the changes to their own identities. 15 mins - Erin Sharing her experience - discusses how her look and clothes made a difference. 20 mins - Megan discusses some reasons why women work - and how your looks are commented on 24 mins - Erin shares when she knew postpostum depression was hitting hard 27 mins - Megan talks about her relationship that changed when she went through postpartum anxiety 32 mins - Megan shares her experience when she had a shift in her identity 37 mins - The mental load of mothers 43 mins - Moms not asking for help - we can do it better 47 mins - Reclaiming your identity and sense of self 61 mins: Megan and Erin share 3 things that reset them As always, I'd love for you to review this podcast on your favorite streaming platform and share a screenshot of you listening and be sure to tag @erinmbackman on Instagram and @erinbackmancoaching on Facebook! If you're needing support during this time, she has some free resources listed on her linktree: https://linktr.ee/erinmbackman --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erin-backman/support

Erin reviews one of her favorite time saving techniques, time blocking. She shares 3 tips for beginners to get started with time blocking and some additional tips for those who are ready to level up with their time saving!! As always, I'd love for you to review this podcast on your favorite streaming platform and share a screenshot of you listening and be sure to tag @erinmbackman on Instagram and @erinbackmancoaching on Facebook! If you're needing support during this time, she has some free resources listed on her linktree: https://linktr.ee/erinmbackman --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erin-backman/support

Join Erin for a Mama Chat Episode. Today she's joined by fellow mama, Megan Sykes, a Canadian-American currently residing in Kansas City, MO. They discuss what Maternity Leave looks like in Canada versus the United States and Erin and Megan share their experiences with their own leaves in their states. The two discuss Type A Motherhood, Parental Leave, and finding a neighborhood. 2:00-13:00: Parental Leave in Canada 24:30 Postpartum Depression & Anxiety 35:00 Personal Growth & Learning Lessons from Motherhood 36:00 Megan's Transition Back to Work 42:00 Micromanaging when family helps out 49:00 Current Situation in the United States - Segregated Communities Thank you so much Megan and Working Mother Kind for bringing us together! Can't wait for future episodes! Feel free to connect with Erin on Instagram @erinmbackman I'd love a review on iTunes or your favorite podcast streaming app! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erin-backman/support

Erin discusses the psychological term Cognitive Dissonance and how White folks can be an ally in Black Lives Matter. She shares her to experiences as a middle class White woman, going to a mostly White college, in California. She goes off script (no planned outline today haha) and wants to share how she's really feeling. So this episode has a lot of F bombs! To keep the conversation going, you can follow Erin on Instagram @erinmbackman --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erin-backman/support

Join Erin on the REVAMPED Building a Better Life Podcast, where she discusses what led her down the path from Corporate Management to Director of Education at her salon, The Colour Bar, in Sacramento, CA. She discusses her college education, all of her career changes and education changes in her 20s, as well as how she decided to switch careers completely in her 30s to being a full time hairstylist and now part time Career Transition Coach. If you've ever thought about changing your career and you're just not where to start, Mama, you're the in the right place! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erin-backman/support

Today Erin gets down and dirty talking about your brain and how we can use this popular and simple CBT (Cognitive Behavior Therapy) technique in our everyday lives to improve our mood and overall happiness. She reviews what a Cognitive Distortion is and how to work against those automatic negative thoughts that pop up. She also goes into detail about how we use the 4 steps of REFRAMING to work toward that better future. As always, I'd love for you to review this podcast on your favorite streaming platform and share a screenshot of you listening and be sure to tag @erinmbackman on Instagram and @erinbackmancoaching on Facebook! If you're needing support during this time, she has some free resources listed on her linktree: https://linktr.ee/erinmbackman --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erin-backman/support

Self-Care has been ALL the rage for the last few years, but since the onset of Coronavirus and the quarantine, there's been a bigger push to really understand what the term even means. Erin reviews the definition of what self-care is and outlines what it is not. She also goes over the three areas of your life that you can work on self-care and gives some suggestions for how to recharge those three areas of your life. As always, I'd love for you to review this podcast on your favorite streaming platform and share a screenshot of you listening and be sure to tag @erinmbackman on Instagram and @erinbackmancoaching on Facebook! If you're needing support during this time, she has some free resources listed on her linktree: https://linktr.ee/erinmbackman --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erin-backman/support

In today's episode, Erin discusses some of the key principles from the popular book, The Four Agreements, by don Miguel Ruiz. She reviews the premise of the book as well as reviewing what the Four Agreements are and how we can apply those to our lives, especially right now during the Coronavirus Pandemic. As always, I'd love for you to review this podcast on your favorite streaming platform and share a screenshot of you listening and be sure to tag @erinmbackman on Instagram and @erinbackmancoaching on Facebook! If you're needing support during this time, she has some free resources listed on her linktree: https://linktr.ee/erinmbackman The book can be found online: https://www.amazon.com/Four-Agreements-Practical-Personal-Freedom/dp/1878424319 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erin-backman/support

Happy Mother's Day! Erin sits down with fellow coach, Amy Ramsey, from Evolve Coaching Group to discuss Mother's Day and a few things motherhood related. If you're currently a mama or one who is still struggling with Infertility, Erin and Amy share a little from their experiences. They also discuss what Mother's Day is like after infertility. Amy shares some insights on her journey in motherhood and Erin shares a little of her story as well. Feel free to get your mom-osa ready or just your favorite cup of coffee. You can follow Amy on Instagram: @the.amy.ramsey You can follow Evolve Coaching Group on Instagram: @evolvecoachinggroup As always, I'd love for you to review this podcast on your favorite streaming platform and share a screenshot of you listening and be sure to tag @erinmbackman on Instagram and @erinbackmancoaching on Facebook! If you're needing support during this time, she has some free resources listed on her linktree: https://linktr.ee/erinmbackman --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erin-backman/support

During today's episode, Erin discusses two of the anxiety responses that many of those affected by the Coronavirus Pandemic are experiencing. Some of us are trying to do "all the things" while some of us are just trying to avoid anything and everything. We're seeing a rise in anxiety and depression across the world in relation to the quarantine and many individuals are even flip flopping between the anxiety responses. Erin shares her experience with her audience as it relates to her productivity and battle with depression and anxiety. As always, I'd love for you to review this podcast on your favorite streaming platform and share a screenshot of you listening and be sure to tag @erinmbackman on Instagram and @erinbackmancoaching on Facebook! If you're needing support during this time, she has some free resources listed on her linktree: https://linktr.ee/erinmbackman --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erin-backman/support

Oh my goodness!! All the feels you guys! On today's episode, Erin shares what the Grief Process is (Kubler Grief Cycle) 1) Denial 2) Anger 3) Bargaining 4) Depression 5) Acceptance She also reviews the similarities of the grieving process and what a sense of loss feels like. She shares resources for how to move through the grieving process and a few books: 1) The ONE Thing by Gary Keller https://www.amazon.com/ONE-Thing-Surprisingly-Extraordinary-Results/dp/1885167776 2) You are a Badass by Jen Sincero https://www.amazon.com/You-Are-Badass%C2%AE-Doubting-Greatness/dp/0762447699 3) The 5 Second Rule by Mel Robbins https://www.amazon.com/Second-Rule-Transform-Confidence-Everyday/dp/1682612384/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1586458601&sr=1-1 As always, I'd love for you to review this podcast on your favorite streaming platform and share a screenshot of you listening and be sure to tag @erinmbackman on Instagram and @erinbackmancoaching on Facebook! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erin-backman/support

On today's episode, Erin shares with her listeners why support groups/systems are so powerful and what you can do to find one! She reviews what they increase in an individual, as well as what it helps decrease (hint: depression, stress, and anxiety). If you're looking for more resources, check out her linktree.com/erinmbackman or 12steps.org if you need a virtual 12 step program. Here's the hoping you find your tribe!! Be sure to leave a review of Building a Better Life on your favorite platform and share on Instagram @erinmbackman or on Facebook @erinbackmancoaching --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erin-backman/support

Erin breaks down what a Quarter-Life Crisis is!! She shares her story of her quarter-life crisis and how she overcame it as well as some strategies to work through it and thrive after it! You don't have to have it all figured out and shouldn't be SHOULDING all over yourself!! This is a time for you to explore what you might like doing, who you want to be, and try shit out! Make mistakes babe! It's all part of the process. Follow and interact with Erin on Instagram @erinmbackman and be sure to leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erin-backman/support

Erin discusses the difference between coaching and therapy on today's episode. She'll review the following: - What they each are - What they can offer you as a client - Why you would want to choose one over the other - Why you may want both in your life Be sure to follow Erin on Instagram @erinmbackman and leave a review on your favorite podcasting platform! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erin-backman/support

Erin breaks down what RESILIENCY is and shares her own story about getting to the resilient b*tch she is today! She also breaks down some strategies on what you can do right NOW to strengthen your resilience muscle: 1) Work on Self-Confidence 2) Create a realistic plan & stick to it 3) Manage your feelings 4) Build Communication Skills 5) Build Problem Solving Skills Share with your friends and family on instagram, facebook or tiktok, be sure to tag Erin @erinmbackman on IG or tiktok or @erinmbackmancoaching on FB --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erin-backman/support

Erin discusses some tactics for dealing with anxiety that may be caused by the current health issue that is effecting most of the world, COVID-19. She reviews the definition of anxiety, as well as mass hysteria. She then covers 7 ways to help with your anxiety: 1) Box Breathing 2) Talk to Someone 3) Best Case/Worst Case/Most Likely 4) Journaling 5) Abstaining from Social Media/Media 6) Activities that Bring Joy 7) Exercise We're all in this together and it will take all of us with a consorted effort to make it through this pandemic. Please stay at home if you can and reduce the spread of COVID-19. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erin-backman/support

Erin discusses why saying NO can change your life. She reviews why saying YES all the time is a form of people pleasing and shares Psychology Today's definition for "How to Know You're a People Pleaser" - What is People Pleasing - Why we People Please - Why It's Making Our Lives Shitty - How to Stop the Cycle of People Pleasing - Why Saying No is an Act of Self-Care ***Be sure to leave a review on your favorite platform and share a screenshot! :) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erin-backman/support

Erin sits down and discusses how negative self-talk is ruining your life. She reviews exactly what it is, provides examples from her life and also shares some strategies on how to stop your negative self talk. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erin-backman/support

Erin discusses Boomers and Millennials in the workplace. - What is a Boomer? - What is a Millennial - How are the two generations different in the workplace - How to bridge the gap between Boomers and Millennials --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erin-backman/support

Join Erin as she talks all about why figuring out your WHY is so important. She'll review what a WHY is, why you want to know it, how you can figure it out and she'll discuss her own WHY. Bonus points for anyone who takes the time to count how many times she says WHY in the episode!! Books Referenced: Find Your Why - Simon Sinek https://www.amazon.com/Find-Your-Why-Practical-Discovering/dp/0143111728 Start With Why - Simon Sinek https://www.amazon.com/Start-Why-Leaders-Inspire-Everyone/dp/B074VF6ZLM/ref=sr_1_1?crid=31NT5F1BTLORD&keywords=why+simon+sinek&qid=1582263309&s=books&sprefix=why+simon+%2Cstripbooks%2C263&sr=1-1 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erin-backman/support

Erin discusses the topic of self-love/self-compassion. She reviews what negativity bias is and why we are usually self-critical instead of being self-compassionate. She shares her own struggles with it in relation to her weight, career change, and becoming a mother. She shares 5 strategies to get on the path for showing yourself more love and compassion this week. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erin-backman/support

Get a little info on your host, Erin Backman. She'll review a little about where she grew up, her education background, and how she transitioned from a corporate management career to doing hair five years ago. It's a short and quick episode but enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erin-backman/support