Episodes

  • EPI 053 [GUEST TALK] Featuring Katee Duarte: Intentionality, Boundaries, and Community on Social Media + In Real Life

    EPI 053 [GUEST TALK] Featuring Katee Duarte: Intentionality, Boundaries, and Community on Social Media + In Real Life
    Nov 15 2023
    It has been ONE YEAR of the Work Hard, Life Hard Podcast! I couldn’t be more proud of the community that we have grown over the past 53 episodes to get us to this point. That being said, I am officially wrapping up Season 1 of the show with today’s episode, and I am going out with a BANG because of this guest.

    In this episode, I share personal updates and show updates before diving into a Guest Talk with my good friend, Katee Duarte.

    I’ve known + worked with Katee for over 8 years now and she is one of my favourite people EVER! As this episode brings the end to Season 1 of the show, Katee and I do not disappoint with our conversation about her work/life balance while being a mom AND being the CEO of a social media agency.

    Key Takeaways:
    • Boundaries + Balance with Social Apps
    • You Get What You Give
    • Don’t Force It - Be Intentional
    • Social is Community
    • You Have The Power on Social
    • Modeling as a Mom
    • Rejection is Redirection

    Katee, thank you for taking the time out of your busy schedule to share with us today. You already know this, but you are one of my favourite people in this whole entire world and I’m SO honored to be working alongside you and to have you on the show!

    Katee and her social media agency, Duarte Group Inc., are giving away FREE MINI AUDITS to listeners of the show! If you’re interested in having them perform a social media audit for your business, please reach out to her team at team@duartegroupinc.com with the subject line: Work Hard, Life Hard Mini Audit.

    If you want to connect with Katee, find her here:
    • Instagram: @kateeduarte
    • Website: www.duartegroupinc.com

    If you’re interested in Katee’s Better Days Greens, you can find them here.
    If you’re interested in Katee’s Oura Ring, you can find it here.

    THAT’S A WRAP, FOLKS! Stay tuned for more details about the LAUNCH of Season 2–you won’t want to miss it!

    Connect with The Show:
    • Tiktok: @workhardlifehardpodcast
    • Instagram: @workhardlifehardpodcast
    • Tee’s Instagram: @tkoms
    • Shop the Amazon Storefront
    www.workhardlifehard.com

    About Katee Duarte:
    Katee Duarte is the Founder of Duarte Group, Inc. and has been in the social media space for 12 years. Katee has worked across numerous industries alongside multiple clients and sectors, including media & entertainment, food & drink, hospitality, academia, nonprofit, and beauty. She currently lives in Hamilton, Ontario with her son Hudson and Goldendoodle Annie.
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    53 mins
  • EPI 052 [GUEST TALK] Featuring Jaime Brideau: Nutrition + Work/Life Balance as Mind, Body, + Soul

    EPI 052 [GUEST TALK] Featuring Jaime Brideau: Nutrition + Work/Life Balance as Mind, Body, + Soul
    Nov 8 2023
    Happy Wednesday!

    This week, I have my friend, Jaime Brideau, on the show for an amazing Guest Talk! Jaime is a Certified Nutritional Practitioner (AKA Holistic Nutritionist), Sports Nutrition Therapist, Life Coach, and Metabolic Balance Coach. After experiencing a serious health scare, Jaime’s life was turned upside down. From this experience, she seeks to provide realistic tools for everyone to take their health into their own hands and see the power that whole foods, a healthy spirit, and a healthy mindset can have.

    We dive into exactly what this journey entailed for Jaime, and how she can bring balance into her life with her work bucket and her life bucket.

    Key Takeaways:
    • The Groove in the Chaos
    • Daily Habits
    • Use Your Community
    • Nutrition is Mind, Body, Soul
    • Choose Your Hard

    Jaime is offering all listeners of the show her 7-Day Sugar-Free Challenge for FREE! If you’re interested, email her at jaime@fitbodiesfitminds.com.

    If you want to connect with Jaime, find her here:
    • Website
    • Facebook
    • Instagram: @jaimebrideaucnp

    Thank you to our sponsor for this episode, Level Up Desks. Right now, they have their EARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE which has up to 50% off! Level Up Desks is your go-to place for office desks, chairs, gaming desks, chairs, and accessories like keyboards, mouse, mousepads, standing pads, and more! They are a Toronto-based, Canadian business that's changing the game because they are actually promoting the importance of having a functional and ergonomic home office and gaming station. All listeners of the show can use the coupon code "WORKHARDLIFEHARD" for a special discount off of select items.

    Connect with The Show:
    • Tiktok: @workhardlifehardpodcast
    • Instagram: @workhardlifehardpodcast
    • Tee’s Instagram: @tkoms
    • Shop the Amazon Storefront
    www.workhardlifehard.com

    About Jaime Brideau:
    Jaime is a Certified Nutritional Practitioner (AKA Holistic Nutritionist), Sports Nutrition Therapist, Life Coach, and Metabolic Balance Coach. She found her passion for wellness after she fell severely ill and was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease and Ankylosing Spondylitis - two autoimmune disorders. Battling with medications for months following, she decided that pharmaceuticals were not the answer she was looking for, and sought out a Naturopath. This experience changed her life. Now, Jaime seeks to provide realistic tools to for everyone to take their health into their own hands and see the power that whole foods, a healthy spirit, and a healthy mindset can have. When you see Jaime, it is obvious that she is truly passionate about changing the way we see health. She is continuously learning, engaging, and keeping up to date with new information. She loves to see her clients succeed in their health journey and become the most vibrant versions of themselves!
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    48 mins
  • EPI 051 [TEE TALK] November Intentions: Presence + Reflection

    EPI 051 [TEE TALK] November Intentions: Presence + Reflection
    Nov 1 2023
    What’s going on, everyone?! Happy November!

    In today’s episode, I’m here to chat about a really important life event that happened recently–my champagne birthday! On October 30, I turned 30 on the 30th! And in the days leading up to my birthday, I decided to create a list of 30 Things I’ve Learned By My 30th Birthday.

    In the creation of this list, I realized EXACTLY what my November intentions were going to be: presence and reflection. So, we chat more about what those two words mean for the last two months of 2023.

    Key Takeaways:
    • 30 on the 30th!
    • My List of 30 Things
    • Being Present
    • Taking Time to Reflect

    To get access to my 30 THINGS I’VE LEARNED BY MY 30TH BIRTHDAY, go here!

    Thank you to our sponsor for this episode, Level Up Desks. Level Up Desks is your go-to place for office desks, chairs, gaming desks, chairs, and accessories like keyboards, mouse, mousepads, standing pads, and more! They are a Toronto-based, Canadian business that's changing the game because they are actually promoting the importance of having a functional and ergonomic home office and gaming station. All listeners of the show can use the coupon code "WORKHARDLIFEHARD" for a special discount off select items. Their Pre-Black Friday sales are on now, so don’t miss out on these amazing deals!

    Connect with The Show:
    • Tiktok: @workhardlifehardpodcast
    • Instagram: @workhardlifehardpodcast
    • Tee’s Instagram: @tkoms
    • Shop the Amazon Storefront
    www.workhardlifehard.com
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    16 mins
  • EPI 050 [GUEST TALK] Featuring Stacey Watts: Advice from a Social Media Coach Part 2

    EPI 050 [GUEST TALK] Featuring Stacey Watts: Advice from a Social Media Coach Part 2
    Oct 25 2023
    I’m BACK this week with Part 2 of the Guest Talk with my friend, social media coach, Stacey Watts!

    If you haven’t listened to Part 1, STOP and listen. Then, come back and catch the rest of our conversation! In this episode, Stacey and I talk a lot more about SOCIAL and the biggest “how-to’s” on social media, including being social on social! Then, I check in with her on her rating of how she’s able to balance her work/life balance. We also got into a good conversation about taking breaks on social media.

    Key Takeaways:
    • Create More Than You Consume
    • The Importance of Community Management
    • Be Social – ENGAGE!
    • There Are No Rules
    • Intention on Social Media

    If you’re interested in Evernote, check it out here!

    Stacey is offering all listeners of the show access to her #BehindTheContent Social Club! #BehindtheContent Social Club will keep you engaged, and accountable, giving you the tools to take charge of your social media strategy. This monthly membership will teach you how to plan and execute social media and digital marketing like a pro - even if it seems impossible right now. This is the ultimate social media coaching membership to help service providers generate more clients and more profit on Instagram and beyond while making a bigger impact.As a member, you're not only receiving the #BehindtheContent Idea Bank every month.... you're also unlocking unlimited access to several self-directed courses and the #BehindtheContent private community.

    If you want to connect with Stacey, find her here:
    • Instagram: @staceyonsocial
    • TikTok: @staceyonsocial
    • Facebook: Stacey On Social
    • Twitter: @StaceyOnSocial
    • Threads: @StaceyOnSocial
    • Website: https://staceyonsocial.com/

    Thank you, Stacey, for taking time out of your busy schedule to share your information with all of us!

    Connect with The Show:
    • Tiktok: @workhardlifehardpodcast
    • Instagram: @workhardlifehardpodcast
    • Tee’s Instagram: @tkoms
    • Shop the Amazon Storefront
    www.workhardlifehard.com

    About Stacey Watts:
    Stacey Watts is a social media coach and content strategist with over 11 years of experience in social media management. She is the founder of Stacey on Social and the #BehindtheContent Social Club, where she helps businesses and individuals improve their social media presence and create engaging content. With a passion for community, connection, and communication, Stacey has worked with a wide range of clients, from small businesses to Fortune 500 companies. She has been a coach for the past 4 years, sharing her knowledge and expertise with those looking to take their social media and content strategy to the next level. Whether you are new to social media or a seasoned pro, Stacey can help you develop a powerful and effective social media and content strategy that will help you connect with your audience and achieve your business goals.
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    38 mins
  • EPI 049 [GUEST TALK] Featuring Stacey Watts: Advice from a Social Media Coach Part 1

    EPI 049 [GUEST TALK] Featuring Stacey Watts: Advice from a Social Media Coach Part 1
    Oct 18 2023
    I have a treat for all of you for the next TWO weeks. I have my friend, social media coach, Stacey Watts, here to talk about social media, entrepreneurship, and work/life balance. While talking to Stacey, I quickly realized that she’s in a very unique situation… she’s a business owner deeply intertwined in the 24-hour industry of social media… how the HECK does she balance that?!?While listening to this episode, you’ll see that she has some really amazing ways she’s able to still properly manage her work/life balance without burning herself out. So, for Part 1 of this series, check out just some of the KEYS that we dig into. Key Takeaways:Timers for Social Media AppsRepurpose Your ContentHow to Efficiently Manage Your TimeShow Yourself CompassionNoticing Tones on Social MediaUnderstanding the AlgorithmStacey is offering all listeners of the show access to her #BehindTheContent Social Club! #BehindtheContent Social Club will keep you engaged, and accountable, giving you the tools to take charge of your social media strategy. This monthly membership will teach you how to plan and execute social media and digital marketing like a pro - even if it seems impossible right now. This is the ultimate social media coaching membership to help service providers generate more clients and more profit on Instagram and beyond while making a bigger impact. As a member, you're not only receiving the #BehindtheContent Idea Bank every month.... you're also unlocking unlimited access to several self-directed courses and the #BehindtheContent private community.If you want to connect with Stacey, find her here:Instagram: @staceyonsocialTikTok: @staceyonsocialFacebook: Stacey On SocialTwitter: @StaceyOnSocial Threads: @StaceyOnSocialWebsite: https://staceyonsocial.com/ See y’all next week for Part 2!Connect with The Show:Tiktok: @workhardlifehardpodcast Instagram: @workhardlifehardpodcast Tee’s Instagram: @tkomsShop the Amazon Storefrontwww.workhardlifehard.comAbout Stacey Watts:Stacey Watts is a social media coach and content strategist with over 11 years of experience in social media management. She is the founder of Stacey on Social and the #BehindtheContent Social Club, where she helps businesses and individuals improve their social media presence and create engaging content. With a passion for community, connection, and communication, Stacey has worked with a wide range of clients, from small businesses to Fortune 500 companies. She has been a coach for the past 4 years, sharing her knowledge and expertise with those looking to take their social media and content strategy to the next level. Whether you are new to social media or a seasoned pro, Stacey can help you develop a powerful and effective social media and content strategy that will help you connect with your audience and achieve your business goals.
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    40 mins
  • EPI 048 [TEE TALK] My Work/Life Balance Self-Assessment is Here!

    EPI 048 [TEE TALK] My Work/Life Balance Self-Assessment is Here!
    Oct 11 2023
    I’m BACK this week and finally feeling better! To start today’s episode, I’m being open + honest with you all because my last 10 days have been extremelyyyyyy busy and my balance has been thrown off. I wanted to share this life update with you all because I don’t want you all to think that I have the perfect balance all the time–because I definitely DON’T!

    Whenever I’m feeling off-balanced, I take a step back and set some goals for myself and that’s exactly what I did. So, I share my 3 goals for October and then I also share a quick reminder that there’s still TIME in 2023. Don’t write off these next few months!

    Finally, I’m also talking about my FREE Work/Life Balance Self-Assessment. To access my FREE Work/Life Balance Self-Assessment, GO HERE. I’ve heard directly from all of you that you wanted a way to accurately find your rating, and this self-assessment will let you do just that! Sign up here and receive the assessment straight to your inbox! The survey takes less than 5 minutes to complete, and you’ll be able to understand your current rating, what that means, and steps to take to become more balanced.

    Key Takeaways:
    • Life Update
    • Goals for October
    • Work/Life Balance Self-Assessment

    Thank you for choosing the Work Hard, Life Hard Podcast to listen to today. Catch you all next Wednesday!

    For Mental Health resources, see here:
    • Mental Health Support: Canada
    • Canadian Mental Health Association
    • Wellness Together Canada
    • Mental Health Foundation - USA
    • National Institutes of Health - USA
    • 988 Mental Health Hotline - USA

    Connect with The Show:
    • Tiktok: @workhardlifehardpodcast
    • Instagram: @workhardlifehardpodcast
    • Tee’s Instagram: @tkoms
    • Shop the Amazon Storefront
    www.workhardlifehard.com
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    14 mins
  • EPI 047 [TEE TALK] 3 Episodes You Need To Listen To In October

    EPI 047 [TEE TALK] 3 Episodes You Need To Listen To In October
    Oct 4 2023
    Hello, gang! Today, I’m reporting to live from my bedroom because I’m SICK!

    I’ve been working really hard and life-ing really hard recently, and unfortunately, it’s caught up to me. #sadtimes.

    I debated even telling you all this today, but what’s really important to me is that I show up for all of you really authentically week over week, and so, here I am, exposing myself that my balance has been off recently and this is the outcome.

    So, for today’s episode, I want to take you back to 3 episodes of the show that I think you should listen to as we move into this new month of October. The reason why I chose these episodes is because I think they have really important messages to take with us, especially during this month!

    Here are the episodes:
    1. EPI 024 [GUEST TALK] Featuring Jeannette Orazietti: Prioritizing Mental Health + Trusting in Your Own Path
    2. EPI 031 [TEE TALK] A Reminder About Balance
    3. EPI 040 [GUEST TALK] Featuring Kristine Munro: Empowering Women, Self-Discovery, and Finding Your True Passion

    See you all next week when I’m feeling (and sounding) a lot better!

    ICYMI: I launched a FREE The Work Hard, Life Hard Self-Assessment! I’ve heard directly from all of you that you wanted a way to accurately find your rating, and this self-assessment will let you do just that! Sign up here and receive the assessment straight to your inbox! The survey takes less than 5 minutes to complete, and you’ll be able to understand your current rating, what that means, and steps to take to become more balanced.

    Connect with The Show:
    • Tiktok: @workhardlifehardpodcast
    • Instagram: @workhardlifehardpodcast
    • Tee’s Instagram: @tkoms
    • Shop the Amazon Storefront
    www.workhardlifehard.com
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    4 mins
  • EPI 046 [TEE TALK] Fall-ing for Sleep, Rest, + Recovery

    EPI 046 [TEE TALK] Fall-ing for Sleep, Rest, + Recovery
    Sep 27 2023
    I have a short + sweet episode for everyone today.

    We are FALL-ing into a new season now that fall is here, and I want to talk about something extremely important–rest, sleep, + recovery. Now, you might be thinking “This isn’t the first time she’s talked about this” and you’re right! It’s not! And, it’s not going to be my last, either!

    Everyone is looking for that quick fix to feel better, and we often look for it in the wrong places. I’m here to tell you (and many others who are WAY more qualified to talk about this than me) that your answer is REST + SLEEP. This is literally the best and only way your body can recover.

    Key Takeaways:
    • Happy Fall!
    • What is Rest?
    • Traditional vs. Non-Traditional Self-Care
    • The Importance of Sleep

    Then, I’m ending the episode by asking you: “What is one goal you have for the fall when it comes to your rest or your sleep habits?”

    Remember–rest + recovery should RETURN your energy, not continue to drain energy from you.

    If you’re interested in the RISE Sleep app, check it out here.

    ICYMI: I launched a FREE The Work Hard, Life Hard Self-Assessment! I’ve heard directly from all of you that you wanted a way to accurately find your rating, and this self-assessment will let you do just that! Sign up here and receive the assessment straight to your inbox! The survey takes less than 5 minutes to complete, and you’ll be able to understand your current rating, what that means, and steps to take to become more balanced.

    Connect with The Show:
    • Tiktok: @workhardlifehardpodcast
    • Instagram: @workhardlifehardpodcast
    • Tee’s Instagram: @tkoms
    • Shop the Amazon Storefront
    www.workhardlifehard.com
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    15 mins