Career & Motherhood: Real Stories, Authentic Insights

A working mom's guide to navigating career, family, and personal growth.
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The struggle for working moms is real.

Do you find yourself constantly pushing to be a superstar as a working mom? We see you.  Welcome to Career Insight Studio: a growing community of women navigating the intersection of motherhood and career. No prescribed paths, no one-size-fits-all solutions. Just real, raw and unfiltered support.

From career and personal insights to individual mentoring, we’ve got something for you!

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The 4-Part Formula That Makes Writing LinkedIn Recommendations Easy and Authentic

If you’ve ever wondered whether writing a LinkedIn recommendation for someone in your network is worth it—it is. LinkedIn is the go-to place for professional networking, and a well-written recommendation is like a gold star on someone’s virtual resume. It’s a simple way to recognize great work, support your colleagues, and contribute to a more connected, credible professional community. In this post, I’m sharing a straightforward 4-part formula to help you write recommendations that feel sincere, meaningful, and easy to put together.

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4 Steps to Delivering Tough Feedback (Even if You are a People-Pleaser!)

Giving constructive feedback is one of the most important (and challenging) parts of being a manager. While it’s easy to celebrate wins, it takes preparation, clarity, and empathy to deliver tough messages in a way that helps people grow. This post will walk you through how to approach hard conversations with intention, so your feedback strengthens trust rather than eroding it.

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Giving Performance Reviews That Matter: How to Use the Model, Coach, Care Method

Delivering performance reviews doesn’t have to feel like a dreaded annual task! This post shares how to deliver more helpful, and growth-focused reviews—with clear tips, thoughtful questions, and a simple framework (Model, Coach, Care) to guide your approach. Whether you’re a new or seasoned manager, learn how to turn reviews into meaningful conversations your team will actually value and support their growth.

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About

Danielle Cullivan

Founder

Hey there! I’m a working mom of two great kids, with a long career in tech. Coffee is my fuel, and I’m all about personal and professional growth. Life should be easier and more purposeful, right? That’s why I created this blog – a destination for working moms who want to love their life and career. We’ve got one precious life, so let’s make the most of it together. Ready to dive in?

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Cheering for Dylan was the best way to start the day — even if it started waaaay too early. 😅 So proud of him for taking on the half marathon at Track Town USA with 15,000 runners today! 🏃‍♂️💚