Nicole & Kate Can Relate

We shared a little heads up in our last episode, and today we're going to dive deep into what's next for Nicole and Kate!In this episode we'll look back at the last two and a half years of NKCR - all the way from Nicole's pitch to Kate to start to podcast in mid-2021, to how some of our first episodes were a bit rocky, and finally, why we've decided to take a hiatus - at least for now…Points Discussed in this Episode NKCR has been going strong since July 2021! Nicole's “pitch” to Kate to start the podcast back in June 2021 The time commitment we've given to NKCR  Looking back to our first few episodes and how much we've grown together Why we've decided to take a hiatus - at least for now Call to action! Be sure you're subscribed to the podcast and our email newsletter so you stay up to date on all things Nicole & Kate Can Relate! Just visit CanRelatePodcast.com! Thank you so much for joining us for this episode where we talk about What's next for Nicole and Kate?Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for all of our episodes - including future updates! Our mission with this podcast is to share a candid convo one time per week to help provide love, support, and space for women to share without judgment, speak without hesitation, and learn from each other - even when we don't agree.

Looking back over your year and identifying the things you've done that stand out the most - both personally and professionally - is a great exercise in acknowledging and appreciating just how much you've accomplished.In this episode we'll share our own “year in review” as a fun way to close out 2023 on a high note! Points Discussed in this Episode Recapping as a way to appreciate and recognize everything you've accomplished  BIG news for NKCR and what's next  Nicole shares her year in review Kate shares her year in review Mentioned in this episode: NKCR Ep 120: How do you do an annual review?Thank you so much for joining us for this episode where we share our own experiences answering the question: What does your year in review look like?Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one! Our mission with this podcast is to share a candid convo one time per week to help provide love, support, and space for women to share without judgment, speak without hesitation, and learn from each other - even when we don't agree.

Saying no isn't always easy. You want to be helpful, you want to be supportive, and you of course don't want to feel that awkwardness about declining when someone asks something of you. But at what cost?In this episode we'll share our own personal experiences with saying no and why we think it's one of the most empowering - and respectful - things you can do.Points Discussed in this Episode When do you find it most difficult to say no?  Don't put pressure on yourself to answer right away; give yourself space to think about it The regret and resentment you feel when you say ‘yes' - you're doing that to yourself  Saying no to a request, but providing an alternative in order to still be supportive Anytime you say yes to something, you're saying no to everything else Saying no as a sign of respect - for yourself and for the person asking 3 ways to say no, without actually saying no Mentioned in this episode: How to Say No by Judd AntinNKCR Ep 99: What are the different ways you can give back?Thank you so much for joining us for this episode where we share our own experiences answering the question: Wish you could say ‘no' more often?Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one! Our mission with this podcast is to share a candid convo one time per week to help provide love, support, and space for women to share without judgment, speak without hesitation, and learn from each other - even when we don't agree.

What if you had a single visual representation of all the most important things that are happening in your life - the things you want to commit to - over the next year?In this episode we'll share exactly how you can make this happen! It's called the “Preloaded Year”, and we break down the format, how to get started, and why this exercise is so incredibly powerful.Points Discussed in this Episode What is The Preloaded Year?  Creating a strong foundation to help you attain your ideal lifestyle The format of The Preloaded Year Starting with the bigger, mission critical commitments you don't want to miss Then, revenue milestones (or could be budgeting goals) Next, combine with your partner / other family members Finally, stick to it! Allow for breathing room This exercise allows you to take a step back and say “What's really important to me?” Mentioned in this episode: NKCR Ep 112: Have you ever done a time audit?Dale Beaumont: Business BlueprintDan Martell: How To Strategically Plan Your Year To Fit Everything InWill Wang: Growth LabzGoogle Spreadsheet: Make a copy and start filling in your year!Thank you so much for joining us for this episode where we share our own experiences answering the question: How do you strategically plan your entire year?Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one! Our mission with this podcast is to share a candid convo one time per week to help provide love, support, and space for women to share without judgment, speak without hesitation, and learn from each other - even when we don't agree.

If there's one thing we get REALLY excited about, it's the holidays! When this episode goes live we know the holidays will already be in full swing, but we couldn't help recording a chat to share our own holiday preparations and traditions!Points Discussed in this Episode Spring is in the air for Nicole!  The holiday “work” season Our favorite holiday preparations Holiday traditions, including the delicious food, treats, decorations, and time with family! Our plans this holiday season Thank you so much for joining us for this episode where we share our own experiences answering the question: What are your favorite holiday traditions?Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one! Our mission with this podcast is to share a candid convo one time per week to help provide love, support, and space for women to share without judgment, speak without hesitation, and learn from each other - even when we don't agree.

What if you had a single word you could look to for inspiration, motivation, and to help you find focus throughout the year when things get tough, or when you find yourself feeling a little lost?In this episode we'll share our own personal experiences with choosing a word of the year and just how powerful it has been for us when it comes to accomplishing our goals and keeping our focus.Points Discussed in this Episode Where we first learned about the ‘word of the year' exercise  The impact of choosing a word of the year  The words we've chosen in past years  The words we're choosing for 2024  Thank you so much for joining us for this episode where we share our own experiences answering the question: What's your ‘word of the year' for 2024?Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one! Our mission with this podcast is to share a candid convo one time per week to help provide love, support, and space for women to share without judgment, speak without hesitation, and learn from each other - even when we don't agree.

Declaring our rules of life is something we did back in Episode 75 of Nicole & Kate Can Relate, and today will be our second time revisiting this topic!In this episode we'll share why we feel so strongly about declaring your rules of life, plus share our original rules of life, which ones we've eliminated, and ones we've added!Points Discussed in this Episode “Rules” can be interchangeable with whatever resonates with you (goals, values, etc) We revisit our existing Rules of Life  We share some new rules we've both added!  How fun and fulfilling this exercise can be - and how helpful it is! Mentioned in this episode: NKCR Ep 75: What are your rules of life?NKCR Ep 97: Are we living up to our rules of life?How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale CarnegieOutlive by Peter Attia MDLive to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones: Netflix documentary seriesFour Thousand Weeks by Oliver BurkemanThank you so much for joining us for this episode where we share our own experiences answering the question: Have you declared your rules of life yet?Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one! Our mission with this podcast is to share a candid convo one time per week to help provide love, support, and space for women to share without judgment, speak without hesitation, and learn from each other - even when we don't agree.

What is an annual review, exactly? And how do you go about doing one? Great questions, because doing an annual review can be so powerful!In this episode we'll share our own personal experiences with doing an annual review, including the questions we ask ourselves and how the answers help us prepare for the year ahead.Points Discussed in this Episode The importance of regular check-in's throughout the year  KPI's and Nicole's belief that what gets measured gets managed  Questions to ask yourself during an annual review  The time commitment and a sample flow for doing an annual review The many different ways you can conduct an annual review (everyone is different!) Here are some questions/prompts for doing your own annual review!Personal Review: What do I want to accomplish? How do I want this year to be different than last year? What did I love doing? What were some of my biggest wins this past year? What didn't I like doing? What did not work well for me? What did I waste time on? Why did I follow through with one goal I set but not another? What's important to me? What was my word of the year for last year, or for the current year? What do I want my word to be moving forward? What did I not do this year that I wanted to do? Why didn't I do it? What's going to lead my year next year? Did I read enough books? Did I dedicate the time to personal development? Did I dedicate sufficient time to self-care? How did I show up for myself? How did I show up for my friends? Business Review: What worked? (can be against KPIs or metrics) What didn't work? What do I want to do differently next year? What am I doing that is impacting the bottom line or pushing business goals forward? Reflecting on your role in the business: What did I enjoy doing?  What's fun for me?  What do I absolutely not like doing and do I have to keep doing it? Or can I find another way to get that thing done?  What's not essential that I can stop doing? Mentioned in this episode: NKCR Ep 112: Have you ever done a time audit?Thank you so much for joining us for this episode where we share our own experiences answering the question: How do you do an annual review?Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one! Our mission with this podcast is to share a candid convo one time per week to help provide love, support, and space for women to share without judgment, speak without hesitation, and learn from each other - even when we don't agree.

Wouldn't it be nice if we were always motivated to do things like work on big projects, eat healthy, and workout? In this episode we'll share our own personal experiences with motivation - specifically how we use our values and build momentum as ways to keep our motivation strong.Points Discussed in this Episode Intrinsic vs extrinsic motivation What do you do when you're feeling unmotivated? The importance of being clear about your values Important questions to ask yourself when faced with something you don't want to do How our circumstances affect motivation The importance of momentum Is procrastination laziness, or is it a sign that you care? Mentioned in this episode: The Artist's Way by Julia CameronThank you so much for joining us for this episode where we share our own experiences answering the question: How do you stay motivated?Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one!

Trying new things isn't always comfortable or easy, but the value and benefits of doing so are huge!In this episode we'll share our own personal experiences with getting outside of our comfort zone and what it has taught us about confidence, mindset, and more!Points Discussed in this Episode The idea that trying new things sometimes has to be “learned” or practiced The ease of trying new things when you're younger versus older  What is the value of getting outside of your comfort zone and trying new things?  New things we've tried - and loved!  How important your mindset is when going into trying new things Making a decision about something based on an experience, not just an assumption What do you have to lose? The power of consistent learning Thank you so much for joining us for this episode where we share our own experiences answering the question: How often do you get outside of your comfort zone to try new things?Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one! Our mission with this podcast is to share a candid convo one time per week to help provide love, support, and space for women to share without judgment, speak without hesitation, and learn from each other - even when we don't agree.

Perhaps you've noticed it, too: You have different groups of friends, and each group is either formed out of a certain circumstance or has been intentionally created because of the place or thing you all have in common.In this episode we'll share our own personal experiences with having multiple friend circles - their purpose, why some friend circles are stronger (or last longer) than others, and whether it's critical to keep multiple friend circles intact.Points Discussed in this Episode How friend circles are oftentimes created out of circumstance How travel and your activities or hobbies influence your friend circles  Lifelong friend circles versus purely circumstantial friend circles  How shared experiences can create stronger, deeper friendships Is having multiple friendship circles necessary? Surrounding yourself with friends who are on the same or similar path as you - or who have been where you are going Thank you so much for joining us for this episode where we share our own experiences answering the question: What is the importance of having multiple friend circles?Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one!

We weren't really sure what to expect from the Barbie movie. We had both heard mixed reviews, both had different thoughts about what might happen based on the trailers… But one thing was for sure: we wanted to go into the movie with an open mind.In this episode we'll share our own personal experiences with the Barbie movie, including our thoughts on the many themes, references, and the ending monologue on being a woman.Points Discussed in this Episode Our rating of the movie overall on a scale of 1 - 10  The opening scene: How this sets the movie up The drastic cuts throughout the movie between Barbie Land and the real world  Being looked at, “the stare”, being on display… What's the significance of this? The role reversal that Barbie and Ken experience How motherhood and the female role is portrayed in Barbie Land versus the real world Barbie's struggle with who she is / who she's “supposed to be” Is it “impossible” to be a woman? Mentioned in this episode: The Artist's Way by Julia CameronBarbie MovieThe 10 Best 'Barbie' Movie Quotes, RankedBarbie: the patriarchy, the existentialism, the capitalism – discuss with spoilersAn Exhaustive List of (Almost) Every Single Reference in the Barbie MovieThank you so much for joining us for this episode where we share our own experiences answering the question: What did we learn from the Barbie movie?Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one! Our mission with this podcast is to share a candid convo one time per week to help provide love, support, and space for women to share without judgment, speak without hesitation, and learn from each other - even when we don't agree.

We've learned a thing or two about how important communication and setting expectations is when traveling with friends or hosting visitors.In this episode we'll share our own personal experiences with preparing ahead for the many different scenarios you might encounter with traveling or hosting visitors to make sure you actually enjoy your time!Points Discussed in this Episode Nicole shares a travel experience that made her look at preparation and planning for a trip - especially with other people - in a whole new light The importance of clear communication and setting expectations when traveling or hosting visitors Difference between vacations as an employee and an entrepreneur  How we've tweaked our preparation over the years Some of the questions we discussed before traveling to Japan together Using ‘vacation mode' for emails and communicating with your team in advance of any travel Thank you so much for joining us for this episode where we share our own experiences answering the question: How do you prepare ahead for travel or visitors?Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one! Our mission with this podcast is to share a candid convo one time per week to help provide love, support, and space for women to share without judgment, speak without hesitation, and learn from each other - even when we don't agree.

Being present in every moment is definitely a practice. We all know how easy it is to live in the past and obsess over the future.In this episode we'll share our own personal experiences with being fully present, and how we continue to practice awareness and holding ourselves accountable to this.Points Discussed in this Episode Nicole shares a recap of her and Omar's mastermind retreat, OzCon Nicole's biggest lesson from this year's event (and what they won't be doing next year) How difficult it can be to stay fully present at events - especially when you're the host Being aware when you're not fully present We each share a tip for how to practice being present in every moment Mentioned in this episode: The Power of Now by Eckhart TolleOzCon: Nicole and Omar's mastermind retreat!Diary of a CEO: Podcast ep w/ Julian TreasureThank you so much for joining us for this episode where we share our own experiences answering the question: Are you good at being fully present?Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one! Our mission with this podcast is to share a candid convo one time per week to help provide love, support, and space for women to share without judgment, speak without hesitation, and learn from each other - even when we don't agree.

On any given day, how intentional are you about making your life fun? Laughing for no reason, reminding yourself not to take things too seriously, actually taking part in activities that light you up?...In this episode we'll share our own personal experiences around having fun - specifically how we've started to recognize more and more the importance of being intentional about having fun each and every day.Points Discussed in this Episode What activities do you currently do that you consider 'fun'?  Creativity and hobbies being a way to discover fun Activities you enjoyed as a kid Making ordinary to-do's more fun Being intentional about bringing more fun into your life What exactly does “work hard, play hard” mean? The importance of trying to new things to help discover what you truly enjoy doing Mentioned in this episode: The Artist's Way by Julia CameronThank you so much for joining us for this episode where we share our own experiences answering the question: How often are you actually having fun?Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one! Our mission with this podcast is to share a candid convo one time per week to help provide love, support, and space for women to share without judgment, speak without hesitation, and learn from each other - even when we don't agree

Our overall theme for today is around preparation and planning, but wow - did we hit a nerve when we started talking about doing a time audit!In this episode we're going to hear from Nicole about her and Omar's preparations for their annual retreat, OzCon, and Kate is going to share how she's preparing to become a mom later this year!Points Discussed in this Episode We hear from Nicole about her and Omar's upcoming retreat, OzCon  Kate shares some ways she is preparing for Baby Dumas (arriving Nov 2023!)  How to do a proper time audit  The many benefits of a time audit and when you should do one Mentioned in this episode:NKCR Ep 69: Have you considered planning and hosting your own event?Shaun White: The Last Run on HBO MaxFour Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals by Oliver Burkeman Thank you so much for joining us for this episode where we share our own experiences answering the question: Have you ever done a time audit?Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one! 

When it comes to work models there are several options: there's work from home, there's an in-office setup, and then there's a hybrid model, which is a mix of both!In this episode we'll share our own personal thoughts on a hybrid work model. We'll also hear from Nicole on how their switch to an in-office model - after working from home for nearly 9 years! - is going so far.Points Discussed in this Episode An update from Nicole on their switch from remote to in office work!  The many benefits of your office being set up in a co-working space  The energy shift that Nicole & Omar have experienced working around other people  Is a hybrid work model the sweet spot? The added decision-making and potential guilt that comes with a hybrid setup  Managing your team on a hybrid schedule Mentioned in this episode: NKCR Ep 98: Which is better: Remote work or in person?FishBurners Coworking spaceIs Hybrid really all it's cracked up to be?Thank you so much for joining us for this episode where we share our own experiences answering the question: Is a hybrid work model the sweet spot?Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one! Our mission with this podcast is to share a candid convo one time per week to help provide love, support, and space for women to share without judgment, speak without hesitation, and learn from each other - even when we don't agree.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is something we're seeing and hearing a lot about lately. What are the implications, the unintended consequences, and how big a disrupter could AI really be in our world?In this episode we'll share our own personal experiences with AI and discuss the questions and concerns it has brought up for us thus far. Points Discussed in this Episode What exactly is Artificial Intelligence (AI)?  How we're already using AI in our everyday lives  Generative AI versus AI  What are the unintended consequences of AI? How big of a disruptor is AI? Mentioned in this episode:Open AIChatGPTCapshoThank you so much for joining us for this episode where we share our own experiences answering the question: What are the implications of Artificial Intelligence (AI)? Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one! Our mission with this podcast is to share a candid convo one time per week to help provide love, support, and space for women to share without judgment, speak without hesitation, and learn from each other - even when we don't agree.

Have you ever considered whether there's a benefit to believing you can do something instead of trying that thing and failing?In this episode we'll dive deep into the many considerables when it comes to answering this question. How big a role does regret play? And what about our perspectives, experiences, and mindset at different times in our lives?Points Discussed in this Episode Our thoughts on failure (as discussed in Ep 20 of NKCR)  How does regret play a role in answering this question?  What does it mean to fail exactly? Perspective and experience playing a role Is it a personality thing?  What do you currently believe you could do, but you're not doing it because you're afraid of failing?  Mentioned in this episode: NKCR Ep 20: Failure: Is it the way to success?Sylvester Stallone's new documentary (trailer) The Artist's Way by Julia CameronThank you so much for joining us for this episode where we share our own experiences answering the question: Are you better off believing you can do something, or trying and failing? Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one! Our mission with this podcast is to share a candid convo one time per week to help provide love, support, and space for women to share without judgment, speak without hesitation, and learn from each other - even when we don't agree.

You've probably heard the philosophy “Everything happens for a reason”, but do you believe this to be true?In this episode we'll share our own thoughts and feelings about letting go of control, being okay with things not going the way we planned, and how resisting the inevitable could be holding us back.Points Discussed in this Episode The comfort that comes with believing that everything happens for a reason Are we in control of everything that happens in our life - or nothing?  Is there a higher power at work in addition to your own actions? Giving away control and allowing “the world” to take over Being okay with things not going the way you planned What happens when you stop resisting? Mentioned in this episode: The Surrender Experiment by Michael A. SingerThank you so much for joining us for this episode where we share our own experiences answering the question: Does everything happen for a reason?

Whether you're a part of Gen X, Gen Y, Gen Z, or otherwise, it's probably not often you've stopped and asked yourself whether you identify with your own generation.In this episode we'll share our own thoughts on the different generations - what characterizes each and the ways in which we do (or don't) identify with our own generation.Points Discussed in this Episode The different generations, starting with the “Silent Generation” Our parents' experiences and whether we think they “belong” in their generation  Gender roles and gender movements throughout the generations Our own generations and the characteristics of each  Technological advances through the generations Being grateful that we know a world without social media! Mentioned in this episode: Business Insider article: Gen Z is the Hustle GenerationParents.com: A Year-by-Year Guide to the Different GenerationsGenerations (definitions from Wikipedia)Thank you so much for joining us for this episode where we share our own experiences answering the question: Do you identify with your generation?Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one! Our mission with this podcast is to share a candid convo one time per week to help provide love, support, and space for women to share without judgment, speak without hesitation, and learn from each other - even when we don't agree.

At some point in our lives we've all engaged in philosophical discussions about the universe, life, and all these ideas that sometimes feel way bigger than us.In this episode we're having one of those discussions! We're diving into The Untethered Soul and sharing a couple of the BIG ideas that stood out for us.Points Discussed in this Episode The voice in your head and separating your Self from those thoughts  The “subject” / “object” relationship Who are you?  Awareness and being present  Letting go of control  Mentioned in this episode: The Untethered Soul by Michael A. SingerThank you so much for joining us for this episode where we discussed The Untethered Soul by Michael A. Singer.Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one! Our mission with this podcast is to share a candid convo one time per week to help provide love, support, and space for women to share without judgment, speak without hesitation, and learn from each other - even when we don't agree.

Feedback can be given and received in many forms. There's feedback that we request, feedback that's unsolicited, and sometimes even feedback that we've expressed is unwelcome from the start.In this episode we'll share our own personal experiences with giving and receiving feedback. We'll dive into how you know when it's appropriate to give feedback, and also some things you should consider when it comes to receiving feedback. Points Discussed in this Episode Understanding the context of the situation overall when giving and receiving feedback What happens when you rely too heavily on others' feedback Having a system or checklist to help you determine when you should listen, take on, or shut down feedback How maturity impacts your ability to give and receive feedback  The “Yes, and…” approach Asking for feedback  Mentioned in this episode: Michael and Amy PortChris BroganThank you so much for joining us for this episode where we share our own experiences answering the question: What's the best way to give and receive unsolicited feedback?Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one! Our mission with this podcast is to share a candid convo one time per week to help provide love, support, and space for women to share without judgment, speak without hesitation, and learn from each other - even when we don't agree.

Books can have such a profound impact - emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. In Episode 77 on the podcast we shared the books we were reading at that time…In this episode we'll share our all-time favorites with you! Tune in for our 5 favorite books of all time.Points Discussed in this EpisodeNicole's favorite books My Brilliant Friend - by Elena Ferrante; Ann Goldstein (Translator) - AKA The Neapolitan Novels The Untethered Soul by Michael A Singer The Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod Shoe Dog by Phil Knight Kitchen Confidential by Anthony Bourdain Kate's favorite books  Essentialism by Greg McKeown The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald  Secrets of the Millionaire Mind by T. Harv Eker The Sun Also Rises by Ernest Hemingway Thank you so much for joining us for this episode where we share our own experiences answering the question: What are some of your all-time favorite books?Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one! Our mission with this podcast is to share a candid convo one time per week to help provide love, support, and space for women to share without judgment, speak without hesitation, and learn from each other - even when we don't agree.

Keeping a calendar might sound like a dry topic, but we're here to spice things up when it comes to keeping track of your schedule and your time!In this episode we'll share our own personal experiences with keeping a calendar and how critical it has been in helping us keep our commitments, make time for the things that are most important to us, and hold ourselves accountable.Points Discussed in this Episode When we started using planners / calendars What we used pre-digital and what we use now  How we manage multiple calendars  Who should have access to your calendar? Using reminders and notifications for events Top tips for getting started with keeping a calendar  Mentioned in this episode:How To Effectively Organize Your Calendar12 tips for managing your calendar like a proHow to Keep a CalendarThank you so much for joining us for this episode where we share our own experiences answering the question: How could you NOT keep a calendar?Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one! Our mission with this podcast is to share a candid convo one time per week to help provide love, support, and space for women to share without judgment, speak without hesitation, and learn from each other - even when we don't agree.

Fate and destiny are two massive ideas. But when deciding which one is responsible, maybe it doesn't have to be one or the other; perhaps both can play a role in how our lives turn out?In this episode we'll share our own personal experiences wrestling with fate and destiny, specifically when it comes to our relationships, our businesses, and where we are in life.Points Discussed in this Episode The definitions of fate and destiny Whether we have control and freewill, or whether our life is almost ‘pre-determined' Is there a third option… Fate, destiny, and… opportunity?  Can fate and destiny co-exist? Spirituality and the role it may play in all of this Mentioned in this episode:The Untethered SoulThank you so much for joining us for this episode where we share our own experiences answering the question: Do things happen because of fate or because of destiny?Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one! Our mission with this podcast is to share a candid convo one time per week to help provide love, support, and space for women to share without judgment, speak without hesitation, and learn from each other - even when we don't agree.

Boundaries are so important when it comes to protecting your time and energy, holding yourself accountable, and managing the expectations of those around you. But what boundaries do you have set?In this episode we'll share our own personal experiences with setting boundaries and the massive impact boundaries have had on our time, schedules, relationships, and our work.Points Discussed in this Episode What exactly are boundaries?  Boundaries help create balance and prevent you from reaching that “edge” Boundaries help us set expectations with others and hold ourselves accountable Boundaries can help take the emotion out of decisions that may otherwise be tough to make  Boundaries we've set in our personal lives with ourselves, family, and friends Boundaries we've set in our professional lives - especially since we both work with our significant others The importance of communicating boundaries with others Thank you so much for joining us for this episode where we share our own experiences answering the question: What boundaries do you have set?Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one! Our mission with this podcast is to share a candid convo one time per week to help provide love, support, and space for women to share without judgment, speak without hesitation, and learn from each other - even when we don't agree.

We made it, friends! Happy Episode 100!In this episode we look back at four of our favorite episodes and share an update on whether we've changed our minds about certain thoughts and ideas we've previously discussed!Points Discussed in this Episode Episode 1: Do I want to start a family? This seemed like a very appropriate episode to revisit because it's as if we've come full circle: Kate is expecting! Kate recaps what the past couple of years have been like, how her and John found out they're expecting, and how she feels about the journey ahead. Other episodes referenced: Ep 47: From Suitcase Entrepreneur to Mama w/ Natalie Sisson; Ep 80: Kara Lamerato on having kids - and starting a business Episode 49: When it comes to friendship, is it quality over quantity? We're still fully on board with our original thoughts: quality over quantity! The intention and time, energy, and effort that goes into building and maintaining meaningful relationships Other episodes referenced: Ep 93: Are we experiencing a friendship crisis? Episode 60: Want to do, have to do, get to do: which is it? How you look at the daily to-do's and bigger events in your life makes ALL the difference! Nicole talks about The Untethered Soul and the impact of being present Other episodes referenced: Ep 39: Why did I say yes to that? Episode 81: What's one thing you've changed your mind about recently?We each share something we've changed our mind about recently! Mentioned in this episode: Episode 1: Do I want to start a family?Episode 49: When it comes to friendship, is it quality over quantity?Episode 60: Want to do, have to do, get to do: which is it?Episode 81: What's one thing you've changed your mind about recently?The Untethered Soul by Michael A. SingerThank you so much for joining us for this episode to help celebrate 100 episodes on NKCR! Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one! Our mission with this podcast is to share a candid convo one time per week to help provide love, support, and space for women to share without judgment, speak without hesitation, and learn from each other - even when we don't agree.

When you think about giving back, the first thing that comes to mind might be by way of donating to a cause monetarily. But there are so many other ways you can help!In this episode we'll share our own personal experiences with giving back - in all different ways - including a 500km bike ride for a charity called Hands Across the Water that Nicole has just signed up for!Points Discussed in this Episode Nicole signs up for a 500km bike ride in Thailand!  Reasons why you might sign up to support a particular charity Reasons why Nicole chose this particular charity and event to support More about Hands Across the Water  Different ideas to help you fundraise for an event (without feeling awkward when asking for money!) The many different ways you can become involved in giving back Mentioned in this episode: Hands Across the Water Nicole's fundraiser pagePencils of PromiseHabitat for HumanityKIVA.org (we didn't mention this one in our convo, it was part of our research and prep for this conversation and we think it's a great organization to check out).Thank you so much for joining us for this episode where we share our own experiences answering the question: What are the different ways you can give back?Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one! Our mission with this podcast is to share a candid convo one time per week to help provide love, support, and space for women to share without judgment, speak without hesitation, and learn from each other - even when we don't agree.

Every business operates differently, especially when it comes to their policies around remote work versus in-person work. But which is better?In this episode we'll share our own personal experiences with remote work versus in-person work, and we'll talk about whether we believe there's a solution that's best for all types of business and employees.Points Discussed in this Episode Nicole's recent experience switching from remote work to in person The perspective is very different depending on who you're talking to (employee versus business owner) What's different now that Nicole is working from a co-working space instead of from home?  Instagram Reel from Patrick Campbell A vast majority of people do not have time management skills and are very easily distracted How big of a factor is connection when it comes to people wanting to go into an office? There are plenty of jobs that can't be done remotely What role does empathy play in this all? Mentioned in this episode: Fortune article: Flexible work is feminist–and women won't return to a system that hasn't served them well to spare the feelings of powerful men)Instagram Reel from Patrick CampbellEntrepreneur article: Malcolm Gladwell's Fears About Remote Work Are Real. It's Your Brain That's Telling You Lies — Here's Why.Short clip from Elon Musk's interview on CNBC “Working from home is ‘morally wrong'”Thank you so much for joining us for this episode where we share our own experiences answering the question: Which is better: remote work or in person?Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one! Our mission with this podcast is to share a candid convo one time per week to help provide love, support, and space for women to share without judgment, speak without hesitation, and learn from each other - even when we don't agree.

Back in episode 75 of the podcast we shared our rules of life - sort of as a “New Years special” to help start the year off strong!In this episode we're recapping our rules of life and scoring ourselves on how well we've been doing. Because we believe checking in with yourself and recapping is critical when it comes to staying on track!Points Discussed in this Episode Why we thought it was important to check in with ourselves (we're almost half-way through the year!)  Kate revisits her rules of life and scores herself Kate's big news! Nicole revisits her rules of life and scores herself Nicole's big news! Should you add or subtract from your rules of life?... Absolutely! Mentioned in this episode: Ep 75: What are your rules of life?Digital Minimalism by Cal NewportKate's gender reveal!Thank you so much for joining us for this episode where we share our own experiences answering the question: Are we living up to our rules of life?Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one! Our mission with this podcast is to share a candid convo one time per week to help provide love, support, and space for women to share without judgment, speak without hesitation, and learn from each other - even when we don't agree.

Being out of your routine, or making a big life and/or business shift that requires you to adjust to a new normal, isn't always easy. How do you find your flow? How do you navigate things you didn't even know were coming?In this episode we'll share our own personal experiences - individually! Kate is on a 23-day river cruise in Europe and totally out of her normal routine. And Nicole & Omar just made a big business decision that has them adjusting to a new normal. Tune in for a very unique episode of NKCR!Points Discussed in this Episode Why we're not recording “together” for this episode  Nicole updates us on her and Omar's new work setup!  Things she didn't expect to encounter  How she's adjusting to this new normal Kate updates us on her travels! How her daily routine (especially her morning routine) has shifted Some unexpected positives from being out of her normal routine Thank you so much for joining us for this episode where we share our own experiences answering the question: How do you handle a break from the norm?Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one! Our mission with this podcast is to share a candid convo one time per week to help provide love, support, and space for women to share without judgment, speak without hesitation, and learn from each other - even when we don't agree.

We're both big fans of minimalism. Simplicity, organization, and reducing possessions. But can minimalism be taken to an extreme?In this episode we'll share our own personal experiences with minimalism, including how we were first introduced to the concept and what role it plays in our lives today.Points Discussed in this Episode The definition of “minimalism”  How we were introduced to the concept of minimalism Are there extreme cases when it comes to minimalism?  Clutter, too many possessions, and unorganized spaces The environmental side of things  Fast fashion, wardrobes, and our buying habits Starting to question your feelings around material things: are you buying that for the right reasons? Mentioned in this episode: EssentialismThe MinimalistsExtreme minimalist spaces (Google images)When Less Becomes MoreThe Life-Changing Magic of Tidying UpTidying Up with Marie Kondo on NetflixSpecial Feature: Cass Sethi helps us with style and wardrobe!Special Feature: Cass Sethi on our personal stylist experience in Tokyo!Thank you so much for joining us for this episode where we share our own experiences answering the question: Do you consider yourself a minimalist?Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one! Our mission with this podcast is to share a candid convo one time per week to help provide love, support, and space for women to share without judgment, speak without hesitation, and learn from each other - even when we don't agree.

Burnout. Is there a stigma around sharing that you're overworked, exhausted, stressed out, and can't handle the pressures you face on a daily basis? And is it different whether you're a man or a woman?In this episode we'll explore these questions by diving into an article a friend shared with Kate earlier this year titled, Is burnout finally 'high-profile' enough for leaders to act?Points Discussed in this Episode Applauding Jacinda Ardern for her confidence in speaking out about “...no longer [having] enough ‘in the tank' to do her job justice.” Will having someone this high profile speak up on the topic help remove the stigma around burnout?  Whether this instance - along with others - is decreasing the public's confidence in women's ability to be great leaders  How should the topic of burnout be handled in the workplace? Our own personal experiences with burnout  Our go-to resources when we're feeling overwhelmed or stressed Mentioned in this episode: Is burnout finally 'high-profile' enough for leaders to act?WomensMeditationNetwork.com: This month Katie Krimitsos celebrates 100 Million Downloads for her podcast network!Past NKCR episodes on related topics:Special Feature: Katie Krimitsos on meditation and mindfulnessSpecial Feature: Katie VanBuskirk on mental healthSpecial Feature: Michele Hansen on toxic positivityHow do you get out of a negative state of mind?Thank you so much for joining us for this episode where we share our own experiences answering the question: How do we make burnout a topic we can openly discuss? Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one! Our mission with this podcast is to share a candid convo one time per week to help provide love, support, and space for women to share without judgment, speak without hesitation, and learn from each other - even when we don't agree.

It's not the first - or the last time - we'll talk about friendship on this podcast! We believe creating and maintaining friendships is one of the most important things you'll do in life.In this episode we'll share our own personal experiences with friendships, plus, we'll discuss a post that was shared by a friend that poses the question, “Are women experiencing a friendship crisis?”Points Discussed in this Episode What role the pandemic has played in creating and maintaining friendships How important is proximity? Growing up in the 90's versus now - how has social media impacted the way we create and maintain friendships? It's not easy to maintain friendships… There are a plethora of ways to make new friends The importance and impact of maintaining friendships  Mentioned in this episode: Ep 49: When it comes to friendship, is it quality over quantity?Past guest Steph Clarke: Special Feature: Steph Clarke shares how to plan a reading weekPost on Instagram “Are women experiencing a friendship crisis?” from phenomenalThank you so much for joining us for this episode where we share our own experiences answering the question: Are we experiencing a friendship crisis?Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one! Our mission with this podcast is to share a candid convo one time per week to help provide love, support, and space for women to share without judgment, speak without hesitation, and learn from each other - even when we don't agree.

We all know that some of the best recommendations for things come from friends, and TV shows are no exception!In this episode we'll share some of our favorite TV shows we're watching right now with the hopes you'll discover one or two you can enjoy, too!Points Discussed in this Episode Our TV habits growing up versus now When we typically watch TV Nicole's introduction to Korean dramas  The show Kate is watching right now (plus her favorite dramas) Our favorite Docu Series' Nicole's recent favorites from the Italian show category   Some of our all-time favorites  Mentioned in this episode: Ep 77: What books are you reading right now?Extraordinary Attorney WooThe GloryIl ProcessoAn Astrological Guide for Broken HeartsTed LassoSeveranceThe White LotusThe CrownPoker FaceThis is UsThe Morning ShowWe CrashedSuper PumpedInventing AnnaFRIENDSSeinfeldThe OfficeThank you so much for joining us for this episode where we share our own experiences answering the question: What TV shows are you watching right now?Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one! Our mission with this podcast is to share a candid convo one time per week to help provide love, support, and space for women to share without judgment, speak without hesitation, and learn from each other - even when we don't agree.

Have you ever received an invite or an opportunity to speak at, attend, or participate in an event, retreat, or mastermind - and then had a really hard time deciding whether to say yes or no?In this episode we'll share our own personal experiences with deciding whether to commit to an event or other opportunity. Because honestly, it's not always a super easy decision to make.Points Discussed in this Episode The boxes that need to be checked right off the bat in order for an opportunity to even be a possibility  Considering what chapter of life and/or business you're in  What is the value of attending a particular event, retreat, or mastermind to you?  Intimate retreat versus a huge conference… How is the experience different? How the pandemic and virtual events have changed conference-goers expectations How big a consideration is the monetary investment? The time investment? How family plays a role in your decision-making process What exactly are you committing to if you say yes? And remember, it's OK to say no! Thank you so much for joining us for this episode where we share our own experiences answering the question: Should you say yes to that event?Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one! Our mission with this podcast is to share a candid convo one time per week to help provide love, support, and space for women to share without judgment, speak without hesitation, and learn from each other - even when we don't agree.

In our last episode on the podcast we shared our own personal experiences hosting retreats - and specifically how Nicole has been planning for the team retreat her and Omar just finished hosting! In this episode Nicole is sharing all: a complete recap of their team retreat, including what went well, and her biggest lessons learned!Points Discussed in this Episode Overall recap: How did the retreat go?!  Diving into the things that “could have gone wrong”, like travel and delays, last-minute emergencies, jet lag…  How the location and resort was, including food, amenities, etc. Main highlights of the retreat: what went really great? The schedule and itinerary: mixing team-building and excursions  What didn't go so well? The #1 reason everything went so smoothly  Nicole's biggest takeaway from the retreat Mentioned in this episode: Storyteller Tactics by Pip DecksThank you so much for joining us for this episode where Nicole shared how her team retreat turned out!Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one! Our mission with this podcast is to share a candid convo one time per week to help provide love, support, and space for women to share without judgment, speak without hesitation, and learn from each other - even when we don't agree.

Have you ever attended or hosted a retreat before? I've done both, and holy wow…They require a lot of planning and preparation! But they're so worth it.In this episode we'll share our own personal experiences hosting retreats - and specifically how Nicole has been planning for the team retreat her and Omar are hosting and that they leave for the same week we're recording this episode!Points Discussed in this Episode Why Nicole & Omar decided to host a team retreat (this is their 2nd one!)  Let's talk logistics! Travel, itinerary, location… How do you decide?  How game-changing hiring an EA (Executive Assistant) has been for Nicole & Omar, especially when it came to planning their team retreat!  The impact of getting your team in a room together, in person A big lesson learned from their first retreat - and how that impacted the itinerary this time Your responsibilities and considerations when hosting a retreat of any type Doing a retrospective is a must! Thank you so much for joining us for this episode where we share our own experiences answering the question: How do you plan a team retreat?Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one! Our mission with this podcast is to share a candid convo one time per week to help provide love, support, and space for women to share without judgment, speak without hesitation, and learn from each other - even when we don't agree.

You've heard about our girls trip to Tokyo several times now, and today we're bringing you an extra special, in-person episode with repeat guest (and our third mastermind member) Cassandra Sethi.In this episode you'll hear the three of us chat in Tokyo together about our AirBNB Experience with a personal stylist!Points Discussed in this Episode Choosing a personal stylist AirBNB Experience Expectations versus what we got  What we noticed about the differences in style between american and japanese brands Cass experiencing the other side of the relationship: getting style advice versus giving Cass' tips for shopping and being intentional when you go shopping How Cass decides whether or not to buy a certain piece Nicole's great find! Cass' POV on “fashion forward” Mentioned in this episode: Cass' first appearance on NKCRCass' business, Next Level WardrobeAirBNB Experience w our StylistOur stylist Keisuke Hayashi on InstagramThe three of us shopping (insta reel)Harajuku: the area we went shopping inSacai brandChaos brandThank you so much for joining us for our special guest episode with Cass Sethi on our personal style experience in Tokyo!Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one! Our mission with this podcast is to share a candid convo one time per week to help provide love, support, and space for women to share without judgment, speak without hesitation, and learn from each other - even when we don't agree.

In Episode 83 here on the podcast we talked about how we planned our girls trip to Tokyo, Japan! We shared how we chose the location, the hotel, the activities we wanted to do, and even how we set expectations beforehand (we were going to be living together after all!)In this episode we'll share a trip recap! We break down what went well, what we'd do differently next time, and how our trip went overall. Points Discussed in this Episode We score ourselves 1 - 10 on the location, the hotel, and the activities we planned  An overview of our time together, including our itinerary Our favorite stops Hosting our mastermind in person for the first time together! What we would do differently next time Our impressions of Japan Mentioned in this episode: Mimaru Suites NihombashiHarajukuteamLab Planets TokyoYoyogi ParkShibuyaSin Den SalonStylist experience through AirBNBThank you so much for joining us for this episode where we share our own experiences from our girls trip to Tokyo, Japan!Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one! Our mission with this podcast is to share a candid convo one time per week to help provide love, support, and space for women to share without judgment, speak without hesitation, and learn from each other - even when we don't agree.

There are any number of things, people, and situations that can put us in a negative state of mind. Knowing this, how do we get out of that negative state of mind? In this episode we'll share our own personal experiences with how we identify when we're in a negative state of mind, and the steps we take to get out of it.Points Discussed in this Episode The power of our minds and how we can choose our response - and the space we give ourselves before responding Covid, running a business, and managing a team  Derek Sivers 5 steps to get out of a negative state of mind You don't have to always have an answer Having too many “inputs” and how notifications and overwhelm can subconsciously be putting you in a negative state of mind Taking a conscious pause Shifting your focus to something you're really excited about right now Mentioned in this episode: Hell Yeah or No by Derek SiversEpisode on NKCR w/ Katie KrimitsosThank you so much for joining us for this episode where we share our own experiences answering the question: How do you get out of a negative state of mind?Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one! Our mission with this podcast is to share a candid convo one time per week to help provide love, support, and space for women to share without judgment, speak without hesitation, and learn from each other - even when we don't agree.

Letting go - or “quitting” something - isn't always easy, but it can absolutely help you expand and grow. In this episode we'll share our own personal experiences with letting go of things that are no longer serving us, or that we simply don't enjoy as much as we used to.Points Discussed in this Episode What we believe about “quitting” Should you quit things you love?  Why quitting / letting go of things you feel like you “need” is a good idea Letting go of things you might be doing simply because you think you're “supposed to” Not letting the sunk cost bias keep you attached to things you should quit or let go of The power of “thought experiments”! Mentioned in this episode: Hell Yeah or No by Derek SiversThank you so much for joining us for this episode where we share our own experiences answering the question: How do you know what to let go of?Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one! Our mission with this podcast is to share a candid convo one time per week to help provide love, support, and space for women to share without judgment, speak without hesitation, and learn from each other - even when we don't agree.

Toxic positivity isn't a term many people are familiar with - us included. First Michele introduced Nicole to the idea, and then Nicole introduced Kate to it. In this episode we're removing all barriers to discuss how social pressures are preventing us from validating our own - and others - emotions, along with the toll it's taking on our overall well being.Points Discussed in this Episode What is toxic positivity exactly?  All emotions are valid; to deny yourself certain emotions just makes things worse Intentional vulnerability and how empathy plays a huge role  Michele shares some examples of toxic positivity How social media plays a role How much of your personal life belongs in your online brand? The importance of self-empathy and being able to move through an emotion versus pushing it away Recognizing activities in your life or business that drain you Mentioned in this episode: Deploy Empathy: A practical guide to interviewing customersGeocod.io: Michele's businessSoftware Social PodcastToxic Positivity: The Dark Side of Positive Vibes (article)MJWHasen.comMichele's TwitterThank you so much for joining us for this special feature episode with Michele Hansen on toxic positivity!Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one! Our mission with this podcast is to share a candid convo one time per week to help provide love, support, and space for women to share without judgment, speak without hesitation, and learn from each other - even when we don't agree.

We're both ecstatic because we have a girls trip coming up - that we're going on together! That's right, friends… Nicole and Kate are jet-setting to Tokyo to meet up with our third mastermind member, Cass, for a week of relaxation, fun, business brainstorming, and exploring.In this episode we'll share our own personal experiences with planning this trip: the intention behind it, how we sorted out all the details, and so much more!Points Discussed in this Episode Setting the intention and having a vision for your trip  Being clear about what you want to get out of your trip Planning sessions and keeping track of ideas, places, and things you want to see (we love Google Sheets!)  Sharing your budget and getting on the same page about boundaries and what your routines are Delegating certain research points and holding one another accountable Determining milestone decisions to keep the planning moving  Thank you so much for joining us for this episode where we share our own experiences answering the question: Nicole & Kate plan their trip to Tokyo, JapanDon't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one! Our mission with this podcast is to share a candid convo one time per week to help provide love, support, and space for women to share without judgment, speak without hesitation, and learn from each other - even when we don't agree.

We all experience change in our lives, but how we anticipate it, react to it, and adapt to it varies greatly.In this episode we'll share a discussion on the book Who Moved My Cheese?, a fable that follows the moves of 2 mice and 2 “littlepeople” as they make big life decisions in response to change.Points Discussed in this Episode How do we instinctively react to change?  How our experiences impact our reaction to change as we get older or more mature Which character we relate to the most in the book Being able to help someone to the extent that they want to be helped What would you do if you weren't afraid? When you change your beliefs, you change your actions, and therefore you change the way you behave Mentioned in this episode:  Who Moved My Cheese? By Spencer JohnsonThank you so much for joining us for this episode where we share a book discussion on Who Moved My Cheese? by Spencer Johnson.Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one! Our mission with this podcast is to share a candid convo one time per week to help provide love, support, and space for women to share without judgment, speak without hesitation, and learn from each other - even when we don't agree.

What's one thing you've changed your mind about recently? It's probably not a question you ask yourself often - if ever. But your answer can be incredibly revealing of growth, a perspective shift, and more.In this episode we'll share a few things we've changed our minds about, and what these shifts in our beliefs have taught us.Points Discussed in this Episode You're wrong about everything; you'll change your mind about everything How change leads to growth Beliefs and rewriting new truths Fitness tracking, the tooth fairy, regret, and vitamins! Contempt and learning how to disagree better Mentioned in this episode:  Subtle Art of Not Giving A F*ck by Mark Manson The Power of Regret by Daniel H. Pink  Festival of Dangerous Ideas: Contempt is Corroding Democracy  Atlas of the Heart by Brené Brown Thank you so much for joining us for this episode where we share our own experiences answering the question: What's one thing you've changed your mind about recently?Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one! Our mission with this podcast is to share a candid convo one time per week to help provide love, support, and space for women to share without judgment, speak without hesitation, and learn from each other - even when we don't agree.

Kara describes it like this: “You know the image of the duck in the pond, and the legs are flailing underwater madly, but the duck just looks like it's sailing along no big deal?... That's pretty much a summary of how I feel most of the time!”In this episode Kara pulls back the curtain and shares very candidly what it was like to be the first of her friends to start a family, the defining moment when she knew she had to quit her 9-5 job, and how she managed to start her own business from scratch in the midst of it all.Points Discussed in this Episode Did Kara and John always know they wanted kids?  Kara's timeline: meeting her husband, moving in together, getting married, starting a family, building multiple businesses Kara's job situation and their plans as a family once their little girl, Stella, was born  How EVERYTHING changed once Stella was born, plus a defining moment that changed everything for Kara and her family Kara's journey to discovering other ways to generate revenue outside of her 9-5 job Returning to work while side-hustling, leaving her job, finding out she was pregnant again, AND feeling like she had a million responsibilities all at once  Where Kara found support during a very difficult time How the heck Kara built a business (and then another) in the midst of her life completely changing How to have it all - anytime you want “We will be truly successful when we have all of the things that we need, and a lot of the things that we want.” Mentioned in this episode:  Wedding Planning Podcast on Apple Podcasts WeddingPlanningPodcast.co Kara's Vineyard Wedding on Etsy If this convo brings up anything for you and you need further help, support, or guidance, check out these resources: Lifeline on 13 11 14 (Australia) Beyond Blue on 1300 22 46 36 (Australia) Headspace on 1 800 650 890 (USA) BetterHelp (USA) Asking for help shows strength.Thank you so much for joining us for this special feature episode with Kara Lamerato on having kids - and starting a business.Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one! Our mission with this podcast is to share a candid convo one time per week to help provide love, support, and space for women to share without judgment, speak without hesitation, and learn from each other - even when we don't agree.

Whether you love it or hate it, there's no denying that goal setting works really well for a lot of people. But when's the last time you actually took goal setting seriously and held yourself accountable to accomplishing your goal?In this episode we'll share our own personal experiences with goal setting and talk about recent experiences we've each had with setting and accomplishing goals!Points Discussed in this Episode 100 Day Goal Challenge on Kate's Take  Win the Year Mini-Course w/ Nicole & Omar! Biggest struggle when it comes to setting goals Why is goal setting so easy for some people but not for others? How big a role accountability plays in setting and accomplishing goals An exercise inspired by Warren Buffet: “The 25 Things”  A fun announcement about some upcoming travel we have planned together! Thank you so much for joining us for this episode where we share our own experiences answering the question: When's the last time you took goal setting seriously?Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one! Our mission with this podcast is to share a candid convo one time per week to help provide love, support, and space for women to share without judgment, speak without hesitation, and learn from each other - even when we don't agree.

Do you ever get to a point in the day where you simply can't think straight? You're being asked to make decisions and choices, but you just feel exhausted! Yep… that's decision fatigue.In this episode we'll share our own personal experiences with decision fatigue and some of the ways we've learned to combat it.Points Discussed in this Episode What is decision fatigue?  How decision fatigue might show up in our everyday lives  Some helpful tips to combat decision fatigue, starting with awareness Setting expectations for ourselves - and others Setting up daily streaks to build momentum Asking yourself, “What's my job today?” Mentioned in this episode:  Atomic Habits by James Clear Free Time: Lose the Busy Work, Love Your Business by Jenny Blake Episode 72 with Angela Henderson on NKCR Thank you so much for joining us for this episode where we share our own experiences answering the question: How is decision fatigue affecting your everyday life?Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one! Our mission with this podcast is to share a candid convo one time per week to help provide love, support, and space for women to share without judgment, speak without hesitation, and learn from each other - even when we don't agree.

We love books, but it's not always easy to choose your next read. In this episode we share the books we're reading right now - and what we think of them! Get ready to add one or two to your own reading list!Points Discussed in this Episode Nicole shares the books she's reading right now  Free Time: Lose the Busy Work, Love Your Business (Jenny Blake) 1Q84 (Haruki Murakami) The Power of Regret: How Looking Backward Moves Us Forward (Daniel Pink) The Alter Ego Effect: The Power of Secret Identities to Transform your Life (Todd Herman) Kate shares the books she's reading right now The Art of Gathering: How We Meet and Why It Matters (Priya Parker) Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing (Matthew Perry Memoir) The Joy of Missing Out: Live More by Doing Less (Tanya Dalton) The Midnight Library (Matt Haig) Mentioned in this episode:  The Science of Regret: Daniel Pink interview on A Slight Change of Plans Podcast Diane Sawyer interview with Matthew Perry Thank you so much for joining us for this episode where we share our own experiences answering the question: What books are you reading right now?Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one! Our mission with this podcast is to share a candid convo one time per week to help provide love, support, and space for women to share without judgment, speak without hesitation, and learn from each other - even when we don't agree.