Busy Blooming

Re-defining hustle culture for your mental health, thriving in uncertainty & creating your own path ft. Mady Maio from OkaySis

Mon, 21 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000

Ep. 42: Mady Maio from OkaySis chats how to be blissfully dissatisfied when working for what you want, prioritizing your mental health in your 20s, the reality of post-grad life and how to find peace in hustle culture. Get your notebooks ready!

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How to be happy single, red flags in dating, the 'ick' + dating someone your friends hate

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000

Ep. 41: Happy Valentine's Day! For a fun little V-Day special, Tess and Alexis go through community polls on relationships, red flags in dating, discuss if should your partner watch OF, if it is okay to date someone your friends hate, if soulmates exist and so much more.

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How to avoid burnout in your 20s, work-life balance tips + building a lifestyle that works for you

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000

Ep. 40: Is it possible to have work-life balance in your 20s? In today's episode, Tess deep dives into work-life balance, burnout and hustle culture with Pinterest quotes, her advice and lessons learned and tips on creating a happy lifestyle with work. In the intro, Tess and Alexis catch up about their works and answer the community polls on work-life balance and burnout.

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GIRL TALK: Periods, PMS, hangover anxiety, shame around sex and birth control + advice

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 08:00:00 +0000

Ep. 39: Today we're switching up the content and having a mini girl talk episode to end the month! Tess and Alexis share their experiences with birth control, PMS, periods, hangovers + more.

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Post-grad advice, dealing with online hate + the reality of working 9-5 at TikTok ft. Jenna Palek

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 08:00:00 +0000

Ep. 38: Jenna Palek gives her take on what it was like working 9-5 at TikTok corporate, taking risks in her post-grad journey, dealing with online hate and comparison and more! In the intro, Tess and Alexis catch up on their work weeks and give their TV and book recs for the week.

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Identity in your 20s, post-grad confusion, owning who you are + church hurt ft. Kenzie Elizabeth

Mon, 17 Jan 2022 08:00:00 +0000

Ep. 37: Kenzie Elizabeth shares her experience post-grad after Bible college with church hurt, post-grad confusion and comparison, how to find yourself and her daily routine to live your best life. In the intro, Tess and Alexis chat about why January is the WOAT, Normal People debrief and spread some motivation from the Busy Blooming community.

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Living your best life in 2022: Finding confidence, daily habits + being your most authentic self

Mon, 10 Jan 2022 08:00:00 +0000

Ep. 36: In 2022, we are living our best lives and feeling confident in who we are! This week, Tess shares her tips on finding confidence, being proud of yourself, being your most authentic self and daily habits that can help you live your best life in 2022. In the intro, Tess and Alexis catch up and go through the Busy Blooming community's submissions and discuss if it is possible to have a dream life.

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Being a woman in business in your 20s, comparison + finding confidence ft. Natalie Barbu

Mon, 03 Jan 2022 08:00:00 +0000

Ep.35: Get ready to start off 2022 with Natalie Barbu sharing her advice on being a woman in business in her 20s, starting multiple businesses at a young age, finding confidence while dealing with comparison and so much more! In the intro, Tess and Alexis share their 2022 resolutions and what's coming up this year for Busy Blooming.

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2021 recap: Lessons learned in 2021, best books, TV shows and purchases of the year + 2022 plans!

Mon, 20 Dec 2021 08:00:00 +0000

Ep. 34: It's the last episode of 2021! Tess and Alexis sit down to reflect on the year including lessons learned, favourite books and TV shows, best purchases, all that Busy Blooming has accomplished + read through the community's submissions.

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THINGS MENTIONED

- Clear mugs from Amazon

- Aritzia coat

- Lululemon align leggings

- Book: Colleen Hoover: It ends with Us

- Book: Normal people

Resetting for 2022, tips to set goals you will achieve + how to stay motivated in 2022 ft. Hannah Ashton

Mon, 13 Dec 2021 08:00:00 +0000

Ep. 33: It's time to get ready for 2022! We have Hannah Ashton on the podcast breaking down how to make goals for the new year, staying motivated throughout the year, vision boarding + more! In the intro, Tess reads through the Busy Blooming's goals for 2022 and shares her own reflections on her 2021 resolutions.

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Finding a balanced lifestyle and diet in your 20s, health vs. appearance + transforming your mindset ft. Taylor Woods

Mon, 06 Dec 2021 08:00:00 +0000

Ep. 32: The one and only Taylor Woods (@tayllorwoods) shares her journey with fitness, transforming to a balanced healthy life, not having a restricted diet + her experience with mental health and working out.

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Let’s chat lying in interviews, being on your phone during work hours + crying in meetings

Mon, 29 Nov 2021 08:00:00 +0000

Ep. 31: Should you lie about your salary? Is it okay to watch TikTok during work hours? Sleep with a tampon in? In the final episode of the month, Tess and Alexis don't hold back and go through some community polls.

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The reality of chasing your ‘dream job’ in your 20s + pivoting post-grad ft. Michelle Duflocq

Mon, 22 Nov 2021 08:00:00 +0000

Ep. 30: Michelle Duflocq breaks down her experience with the 9-5 life, freelancing and navigating uncertainty in this episode including topics like the 'dream job', moving to NYC + toxic workplaces. In the intro, Tess and Alexis catch up on their new jobs, the RED album + Busy Blooming updates.

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Big quitter energy: Knowing when it's time to quit your job, how to leave + advice on dealing with guilt and anxiety when leaving

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 08:00:00 +0000

Ep. 29: We're chatting about the *terrifying* experience of quitting your job. Tess breaks down tips + advice to make leaving your job easier, what to say + how to feel and why we shouldn't feel guilty. In the intro, Tess and Alexis finally catch up about quitting their jobs, what their new jobs are + Tess chats getting engaged!

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Toxic 9-5 work-life balance in your 20s + the reality of being in a long-term relationship ft. Sarah Jenkins

Mon, 08 Nov 2021 08:00:00 +0000

Ep. 28: Sarah Jenkins (@sarahjenkinsxo) breaks down her 9-5 experience in her 20s with toxic work-life balance and setting boundaries, being in a long-term relationship and her experience working the Olympics as a sports media producer.

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Finding your path in your 20s + mental health vs. hustle culture ft. Bailey Stanworth

Mon, 01 Nov 2021 07:00:00 +0000

Ep.27: Bailey Stanworth (@baileyjst) shares her journey with being an entrepreneur in her 20s, building confidence, hustle culture + finding your path. In the intro, Tess and Alexis share the exciting new Busy Blooming launch and go through life updates including Tess quitting her job!

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How to get out of a rut in your 20s, is it okay to get drunk at office parties + how to choose a career and what to do in your 20s

Mon, 25 Oct 2021 12:04:02 +0000

Ep.26: In the last episode of the month, Tess and Alexis read through polls from the Busy Blooming community including topics like wearing hoodies in zoom meetings, drinking at office parties, swearing in meetings and Tess goes into a solo episode giving her tips on how to get out of a rut, making friends post-grad and how to know what to do with your career in your 20s.

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Wasting your 20s, dealing with ADHD and anxiety + going through medical school in your 20s ft. Saie Joshi

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 07:00:00 +0000

Ep. 25: In this episode, Saie Joshi shares her experience going through medical school in her 20s including dealing with anxiety and ADHD, time management tips and more! In the intro, Tess and Alexis are back and going through the busy blooming community's answers. Disclaimer: This does not include professional medical advice.

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Becoming a confident woman in business in your 20s, negotiating salaries + being your own boss ft. Emily Merrell

Mon, 11 Oct 2021 07:00:00 +0000

Ep. 24: In this episode, Emily Merrell, founder of Six Degrees Society, chats about her journey in her 20s becoming her own boss, defining success as a woman in business, asking for a raise and finding her person. Use code 'VIRTUALSDS' for a free event with Six Degrees Society, available for Busy Blooming listeners!

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Diet culture and wellness in your 20s, productive morning routine + dating tips ft. Allana Blumberg

Mon, 04 Oct 2021 07:00:00 +0000

Ep. 23: In this episode, Allana Blumberg (@lanibfit) shares her journey with wellness, diet culture and finding balance, dating in the city in your 20s + how to have a productive morning routine.

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How to thrive at your 9-5 job: Toxic co-workers, asking for a raise, staying organized + making mistakes

Mon, 27 Sep 2021 16:13:43 +0000

Ep. 22: In this month's solo episode, Tess takes us through all lessons learned working 9-5 including toxic bosses and co-workers, when to know a workplace isn't for you, asking for a raise, speaking up in meetings + more unfiltered advice and stories. In the outro, Tess and Alexis read through submissions from the Busy Blooming community.

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How to get into fitness in your 20s, social anxiety, being an introvert + post-lockdown lessons ft. Jaime Fok

Mon, 20 Sep 2021 07:00:00 +0000

Ep.21: In this episode, health and fitness influencer, Jaime Fok, shares her journey with post-grad, owning being an introvert + dealing with social anxiety in her 20s. In the intro, Tess and Alexis go through the Busy Blooming community's lessons learned after the lockdown.

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Unlearning perfectionism, getting out of a dark place in your 20s + how to practice gratitude ft. success coach, Johanna Mullen

Mon, 13 Sep 2021 07:00:00 +0000

Ep. 20: Success coach, Johanna Mullen (@thejohannamullen) gives her tips on how to unlearn perfectionism when starting something new and setting goals, how she got out of a dark place post-grad and how gratitude has changed her life. In the intro, Tess gives a life update and reads through the Busy Blooming community's weekly submissions.

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Manifestation 101: How to change your mindset + manifest your dream life in your 20s ft. Efia Sulter

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 07:00:00 +0000

Ep. 19: Mindset and manifestation coach, Efia Sulter (@efiasulter_), breaks down the steps to manifesting what you want, how you can change your mindset to be open to change and shares her tips on achieving what you want in your 20s. In the intro, Tess and Alexis catch-up and read through the Busy Blooming community's submissions on manifestation.

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How to live your best life in your 20s: Not caring what people think, comparison, hangxiety + having no regrets

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 07:00:00 +0000

Ep. 18 - Tess and Alexis sit down and share their biggest lessons learned in their 20s including all things birth control, hanxiety, comparison, feeling lost + of course, they hear from the Busy Blooming community for their thoughts on the topic.

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Dealing with anxiety at work, feeling unmotivated at your 9-5 + how to live a more meaningful life ft. Rachel Vinn

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 07:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Tess chats with Rachel Vinn (@rach.vinn) all about dealing with stress and anxiety at your 9-5 job, why it's okay to not feel motivated about your job, working for a family business + how to live a more meaningful life outside of work.

How to achieve everything you want in your 20s, stay organized + crush your goals ft. Taylor Mobley

Mon, 16 Aug 2021 07:00:00 +0000

In today's episode, Business and Productivity strategist, Taylor Mobley (@taylormobleycoaching), gives her top tips on staying organized, dealing with failure, achieving everything you want in your 20s + how to not get discouraged by your 2021 goals. In the intro, Tess and Alexis read through the Busy Blooming community's 2021 goals.

Taking risks without caring what people think, quitting your job to take control of your life + self-care tips ft. Jen Lauren

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 07:00:00 +0000

Today Jen Lauren (@jen_laurenn) shares her experience quitting her 9-5 lifestyle to focus on building her side-hustles, how to not care what people think and gives some great tips on prioritizing self-care. In the intro, Tess and Alexis hear from the Busy Blooming community on their self-care tips.

The reality of working a corporate job in your 20s, work from home tips + living alone ft. Jenna Hong

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 07:00:00 +0000

Jenna Hong (@jennaxhong) sits down with Tess to chat about the reality of working a corporate 9-5, work from home advice + staying independent in a long-term relationship. In the intro, Tess and Alexis hear from the busy blooming community on WFH tips and what you've learned working a full time job.

Changing your mind post-grad, switching jobs + finding freedom with your finances and debt ft. Carter Sullivan

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 07:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Carter Sullivan (@cartersully) chats about her secrets to paying off debt, changing your mind in your 20s, and being a victim of hustle culture.

In the intro, Tess and Alexis go through the Busy Blooming community’s thoughts on changing your mind in college and post-grad.

Body positivity, diet culture, fatphobia + self-love in your 20s ft. Selena Trevino

Mon, 19 Jul 2021 07:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Selena Trevino (@selenaatrevino) shares her perspective and advice on body positivity and body neutrality, how social media affects our body image, diet culture, fatphobia, self-love and more!

*Trigger warning: calories, ED, dieting*

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Staying productive and motivated, how to organize your life + balance it all ft. Julia Crist

Mon, 12 Jul 2021 06:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Julia Crist (@juliakcrist) shares her secrets to staying productive and motivated while balancing her successful YouTube channel and full-time college life.

Over-planning your 20s, cringing at your past self + living in the moment ft. Coty Ryan (@beautyofthefoodie)

Mon, 05 Jul 2021 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Tess sits down with the iconic Coty Ryan (@beautyofthefoodie) to chat about planning out your life in your 20s, taking a different path than you thought, how to get over cringing at your past self and all things TikTok and food!

Living to work in your 20s, being content with your life + doing what makes your happy ft. Ella James (SmileyCitrus)

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 04:00:00 +0000

Tess sits down with Ella James (@smileycitrus) to chat about her experience dropping out of college, finding happiness in your 20s + enjoying the season of life you're in.

Medium article: https://medium.com/the-logician/work-to-live-or-live-to-work-c8a1f6761e46

Finding your confidence, working in fashion + blowing up on TikTok ft. Renata D’agrella

Mon, 21 Jun 2021 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, listen to queen of TikTok and fashion icon, Renata D’agrella (@rendagrella), share her secrets to confidence, what it's really like to work in fashion in NYC and what it's like blowing up on TikTok.

Taking control of your future + finding your dream job ft. Millennial Career Coach, Janel Abrahami

Mon, 14 Jun 2021 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Tess sits down with millennial career coach, Janel Abrahami (@janelabrahami) , to discuss pivoting into your dream job, taking control of your future, defining your values and more!

Being your own boss in your 20's, the reality of post-grad life + starting your own business ft. Emma McGoldrick

Mon, 07 Jun 2021 04:00:00 +0000

Emma McGoldrick (@esm.creative), sits down and shares the details on starting her successful NYC-based graphic design business, being your own boss and the realities of post-grad life. Tess and Alexis open the episode with some polls on post-grad life from the Busy Blooming community.

Finances in your 20s, asking for a raise + quitting your job ft. Zoe Pritchard

Mon, 31 May 2021 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Tess sits down with Zoe Pritchard (@zpritx) to chat about working at a big four firm, quitting your job, asking for a raise and revealing all the finance tips for life in your 20s!

Being career driven in your 20s, overcoming failure + becoming a lawyer ft. Grace (Lipsticks and Lattes)

Mon, 24 May 2021 04:00:00 +0000

Tess sits down with Grace (@LipsticksandLattes) to chat about all things in her journey of becoming a lawyer. They discuss everything from if it's healthy to work full time in your 20s to overcoming failure, staying motivated and quitting your job.

What would your tell your 18 year-old self?

Mon, 17 May 2021 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Tess sits down with Alexis to delve into the Busy Blooming community's answers on what you would tell your 18 year-old self! They dive into topics about cutting toxic people out, relationships, stressing about grades, changing your mind + more!

Is Social Media Bad For Your Mental Health? Comparison, FOMO + TikTok addiction ft. Amanda Wan

Mon, 10 May 2021 04:00:00 +0000

On this episode, we explore - is social media bad for our mental health in our 20s? We chat about comparison, FOMO, productivity guilt and more ft. Amanda Wan.

Article credit: McLean Hospital

Being in a serious relationship in your 20s, comparing your life to others + work-life balance ft. Kate Ramsay

Mon, 03 May 2021 04:00:00 +0000

Today we have Kate Ramsay on the Busy Blooming podcast discussing being in a serious relationship in your 20s, living with your significant other, comparing your life to other people and tips to achieve work-life balance!

Welcome to the Busy Blooming podcast!

Fri, 30 Apr 2021 14:46:49 +0000

It's happening! Welcome to the first episode of the Busy Blooming podcast. In this teaser episode, meet your host, Tess Barclay, + learn what the Busy Blooming podcast is all about. Busy Blooming was founded in 2020 as a network and community for women in their 20's and/or in post-grad to connect on job hunting, relationships, career goals, finances + everything that comes with this phase of life. Tune in on Monday mornings for a new episode with a guest each week!