What would happen if you stopped working for someone else's dream and started building your own? That's exactly what Tiffany Freeman did when she pivoted from hospitality to property management and began creating her own real estate investment portfolio.

Tiffany's story resonates with anyone who's ever felt the painful tug between career ambition and family obligations. As a single mother working night shifts in hotels, she made the difficult decision to switch industries when her daughter's poignant comment – "I'm at my aunt's so much, it's like I live there" – made her realize something had to change. Now, as a regional manager overseeing 11 neighborhoods at Redwood Living, she's created a life that allows her to succeed professionally while being present for what matters most.

The most compelling aspect of Tiffany's leadership approach is how she transforms her own regrets into empathy for her team. Having missed countless volleyball games and special moments during her daughter's childhood, she now fiercely advocates for the working parents she manages: "Go to the damn game. This job will be here tomorrow." Her authentic leadership style includes conducting "listening tours" before implementing changes and refusing to sell properties she wouldn't personally live in – principles that have earned her respect throughout her career.

Beyond her corporate role, Tiffany and her husband have established ST Mulligan LLC, purchasing short-term and long-term rental properties as they build their own investment portfolio. Her journey embodies her powerful advice: "It's later than you think, but never too late to get started." Whether you're contemplating a career change, struggling with work-life balance, or wondering if you should finally pursue that side hustle, Tiffany's story proves that with intentional decisions and authentic leadership, you can create success on your own terms. Start living now – the possibilities are endless.

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Yasmine Robles takes us on a journey from her chaotic childhood marked by domestic abuse to building a successful marketing agency while raising a family. The founder of Rebel Marketing (previously Robles Designs) shares how her early experiences gave her perspective that makes current business challenges feel manageable by comparison.

What began as a side hustle in 2014 became her full-time focus in 2017 when her corporate employer wouldn't accommodate flexible work arrangements that would allow her to be present for her children. With her husband's support, she took the leap and never looked back, creating a business that honors her Latina heritage and provides the flexibility her family needs.

The most powerful insights come from Yasmine's evolution from being a corporate "yes person" to mastering the art of boundaries. She candidly discusses the challenges of saying no to clients, protecting her team from burnout, and managing the weight of responsibility for her employees' livelihoods. Her approach to transparency with her team about finances and decision-making offers a refreshing perspective on authentic leadership.

As she prepares to welcome her third child and considers international moves to Mexico, Portugal or Spain, Yasmine shares how she balances the seasons of business and family life. Her advice to "get help, accept help, and be comfortable with being uncomfortable" comes from years of personal growth through therapy, self-help books, and practical self-care strategies.

For women navigating entrepreneurship while managing family responsibilities, Yasmeen's story proves that you can create the life you want even when the path isn't traditional. Her journey demonstrates that our greatest challenges often become our greatest strengths when we approach them with intention and resilience.

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What if the doors that never opened for you were actually protecting you from a path that wasn't truly yours? Stephanie Matthews spent 22 years as a photographer, constantly pushing against barriers that wouldn't budge despite her talent and connections. It wasn't until she founded A Tribe for Jazz that she realized those decades weren't wasted—they were divine preparation.

Stephanie's story begins with a trumpet, played in middle school bands where she discovered her natural gift for collaboration. Years later, as her father faced illness, she picked up a camera to document and understand him. His parting words—"go live your dream"—launched her into photography, a career that took her from New York fashion studios to dance halls across America. Despite her success, something was missing. Those closed doors weren't failures; they were redirections.

The pandemic forced a reckoning that revealed her true purpose. Through A Tribe for Jazz, Stephanie has created something revolutionary—using jazz not just for entertainment but as a catalyst for transformation, education, and healing. "I've accomplished more impact in these four years than I did in 22," she shares, highlighting how perfectly her past prepared her for this present.

What makes this conversation so powerful is Stephanie's insight about recognizing when seasons end. "You have to know when the forces are telling you it's time to move on," she cautions. "It can be dangerous mentally when you overstay a season." Her wisdom about giving ourselves grace in whatever season we find ourselves offers profound comfort to anyone questioning their journey.

Ready to reframe your seeming detours as divine preparation? Listen now, and discover how your past might be perfectly preparing you for a purpose beyond what you've imagined. Then share your own story of unexpected preparation with us—we'd love to hear how closed doors led you to open windows.

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