I’ve learned a lot since moving to New York City. A lot about relationships (both friendships and otherwise). A lot about myself. A lot about life. I’m obviously still learning a lot, especially about how to balance having a life and finding success at work. If I had to write a book about my life at this exact moment it would literally be titled Finding Work-Life Balance. I am like a 23 year old walking cliche.
The best part is that I’m working at a company that is all about this. So I learn a lot along the way. Seriously just sitting in the office is a huge dose of education. I’m super lucky to work with the some of the smartest young women. Every day I watch and I listen and I learn. Besides the fact that I’m inspired by everyone in the actual office, I learn an insane amount from Office Hours. (Even though I work at Levo League, I promise this isn’t a plug.)
Technically, I have to watch every single Office Hours that goes on because of my job. But truthfully I look forward to the online chats every Tuesday and Thursday. It’s impossible to watch the thirty minute chat and not come away feeling inspired. I tend to hit a wall in the middle of the afternoon (I call it my midafternoon quarterlife crisis and Meredith hits the wall too). The inspiring videos always gives me that extra burst I need to get through the day.
Not only do I feel inspired watching them, but I learn a lot. Part of it is that these women (and men) have been there before and they tell you things that they wish they had known. (This is obviously something that I would enjoy.) The other aspect is that it’s nice to know that everyone has had lots of ups and downs. Everyone has overcome challenges. Everyone has made mistakes. Everyone has felt insecure. Everyone struggles to find great balance. Knowing this and seeing that they’ve “made it” is beyond reassuring.
Working at Levo League means that everyone who walks through the doors is awesome. Really, you never know who is going to be standing in our kitchen. Every day brings someone new.
Kate White and Christine Hassler have both visited our offices and they gave us the best advice ever. Two of the things they said have seriously stuck with me:
Christine Hassler: The way people treat others is often how they treat themselves. That is, if someone is being unnecessarily harsh to you, imagine how they talk to and treat themselves.
Kate White: When you’re really ready for something right to come along, it will. But you have to be ready and willing and open for the new thing. That is, if you want a new job or a new boyfriend or a new anything, when you’re truly ready it will happen.
Yes, I’ve been super homesick lately and part of that is missing my mom. But, I feel like I have a whole slew of “moms” out there at work and because of work.
Where do you find inspiration and support from?
xoxo
PS We also had a ton of dogs in our office last week. LOVE.
I guess I find inspiration and support from my parents, my brother, and my two best friends. Also, just the fact that I am alive and well is inspiration enough.
I love that Christine Hassler quote!! We have a white board at my work in our break room where I write inspirational quotes on there. I'm definitely writing that one up there! It's perfect!
You have such an amazing job. Levo League is great, I check there website and twitter feed religiously, no joke. It's funny how you receive inspiration from everyone at Levo League while I, MYSELF, get inspiration and motivation from your blog post everyday. I am so glad that I came across your blog in the Fall of last year. I haven't seemed to get enough of what you have had to say. It is always something new and refreshing everyday. Keep Being Great Like You ARE!!!
I know what you mean. I work in awesome environment where I am constantly inspired to achieve more. Sheryl Sandberg, Micky Drexler, Gabby Giffords are all people who have stopped by my office to give us talks. Definitely read Sheryl's book Lean In if you haven't already.
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Reposting because my brother in law was right, this is the better photo and I want it on my grid!! Can we pretend like it’s the first time you’re seeing it 🙊
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The night this photo was taken was one of the most beautiful evenings– we had dinner with our friends outside at Millie’s. Taking turns bouncing Rory and keeping Jack on track to eat his dinner. I couldn’t tell you a single thing that was discussed between rushed bites and standing up and sitting back down only to stand back up again. (In my memory, I was just completely preoccupied with trying to keep Rory out of the sun.) When the final drop of our margaritas were sipped and the last chip with guacamole was consumed, we all got up to go catch the sunset on the beach– bedtimes be damned! As we were walking, my brother in law carrying Rory and Jack on Mike’s shoulders (I was trailing behind with my phone snapping pictures), a man walked by us and said “it may not seem like it, but these are the best days of your life.” He got choked up telling us about his children; I got choked up thinking about how lucky we are. The air was cool and the sun was painting the sky with cotton candy colors and I said to Mike, “I’m so overwhelmed all the time but it’s the best kind of overwhelm.” I feel like I’m drowning most days– there’s always more to do and less time to do it in– and I’m touched out and overstimulated and my brain is most definitely mush. And they’re still the very best days. 🫶🏻
I’m Carly! I have been creating content online for over fifteen years- I started my blog my freshman year of college and now I’m a 34 year old mom of two little boys.
Right now I am finding the sweet spot of mothering and working. I am creating a magical, simple childhood for my boys while still finding time to do things that fill my own cup like working out, reading, practicing photography, and needlepointing.
I feel best when I put on a cute outfit in the morning and a tiny bit of makeup and have my hair blown out… but I also want to be comfortable and I am embracing my wrinkles and I’m letting my hair go grey.
My dream is to own a bookstore (one day!!), I am a huge homebody (major JOMO), and I’d love for to follow along! 🫶🏻
The litttle brown dog is adorable!! What type of dog is it?
I guess I find inspiration and support from my parents, my brother, and my two best friends. Also, just the fact that I am alive and well is inspiration enough.
I absolutely love your blog. 🙂
I love that Christine Hassler quote!! We have a white board at my work in our break room where I write inspirational quotes on there. I'm definitely writing that one up there! It's perfect!
-Rachel
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It's so cool to hear how much you like your job and how much you get out of it. Who wouldn't want to work at Levo? 🙂 I'd be in dog heaven!!
You have such an amazing job. Levo League is great, I check there website and twitter feed religiously, no joke. It's funny how you receive inspiration from everyone at Levo League while I, MYSELF, get inspiration and motivation from your blog post everyday. I am so glad that I came across your blog in the Fall of last year. I haven't seemed to get enough of what you have had to say. It is always something new and refreshing everyday. Keep Being Great Like You ARE!!!
xoxo
Definitely my family, friends, and role models in the field I plan to enter! Wishing you continued success & cute pics! <3
I love this Carly! You are so fantastic and I feel so lucky to get to work with you every single day.
I know what you mean. I work in awesome environment where I am constantly inspired to achieve more. Sheryl Sandberg, Micky Drexler, Gabby Giffords are all people who have stopped by my office to give us talks. Definitely read Sheryl's book Lean In if you haven't already.
Wow. I definitely needed that piece of wisdom from Christine Hassler right now.