Show Notes
Welcome to Sanity Pending, the podcast where Christina and Ani talk honestly about motherhood, business, work, relationships, and the everyday chaos of trying to keep it all together. In this episode, they dive into the reality of being women in male-dominated industries, from hospitality and restaurants to tech, finance, fashion, and the corporate world. They discuss the lessons that come with building a business, including identifying market gaps, slowing down to build a strong foundation, and being brutally honest about what is and isn't working. The conversation also explores the pressure women face to fight harder to be heard, re-establish authority, and make their voice count without waiting for permission. Subscribe for more episodes on navigating life, work, and everything in between. Here are the timestamps for the episode: 00:00 - Introduction to Sanity Pending
00:34 - Hospitality lessons: market gaps, strong foundations and brutal honesty
02:50 - Being a woman in the male-dominated hospitality industry
05:02 - Motherhood, lack of support and the need for change
07:28 - Re-establishing authority in tech and restaurant settings
10:01 - Boardroom dynamics across fashion, tech and other industries
12:05 - Moving past “bro mentality” and making your voice count
14:05 - Blocking out the noise and staying focused
15:24 - Fighting back against workplace power plays
17:40 - The mental load of working mothers
20:03 - Balancing family life with intense work periods
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Welcome to Sanity Pending, the podcast where Christina and Ani talk honestly about motherhood, business, work, relationships, and the everyday chaos of trying to keep it all together.
Welcome to Sanity Pending, the podcast where Christina and Ani talk honestly about motherhood, business, work, relationships, and the everyday chaos of trying to keep it all together.
Welcome to Sanity Pending, the podcast where Christina and Ani talk honestly about motherhood, business, work, relationships, and the everyday chaos of trying to keep it all together.
Whether you’re juggling a corporate career or building your own business, this episode dives into the raw reality of modern womanhood, motherhood, and the myth that women can effortlessly have it all at the same time. Join friends and entrepreneurs Christina and Ani as they share their journey - from meeting through their sons and surviving lockdown in the same building, to navigating the high-pressure worlds of restaurants, corporate life, and motherhood. Grab a coffee (or something stronger) and join them at the table for an honest conversation about finding your identity, protecting your boundaries, and understanding why failure is often the best kind of experience.