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All Figured Out with Andrea Barr: Figuring Out Work, Life and Parenting

All Figured Out with Andrea Barr: Figuring Out Work, Life and Parenting

Auteur(s): Andrea Barr — Figuring Out Work Life and Motherhood
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 All Figured Out with Andrea Barr is the podcast for working moms who want more clarity, flexibility, and joy in their careers and family lives. Andrea Barr—a Certified Career Coach for Parents, mom of two, and former corporate leader—shares honest conversations and practical strategies on work-life balance, parenting, self-care, and career growth so you can thrive at work and at home.Andrea Barr — Figuring Out Work, Life and Motherhood Relations Éducation des enfants
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    https://dfsvancouver.ca/


    About Andrea Barr, host of All Figured Out

    Andrea Barr is a certified coach, speaker, and host of All Figured Out. She helps ambitious parents create clarity, calm, and confidence in their careers and lives—so they can thrive without sacrificing family time.

    ⁠ALL FIGURED OUT EVENTS: Online & IRL⁠⁠

    Let's connect! ⁠Instagram⁠ • YouTube • Website • LinkedIn

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    🎧 FULL SHOW NOTES & TAKEAWAYS


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