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Studying, working, and motherhood – how do you balance it all?

Studying, working, and motherhood – how do you balance it all?

In the pursuit of balancing studies, work, and motherhood, Sigrid Eckhardt emphasizes the importance of inner conviction and a goal-oriented mindset. She advocates for continuous learning and personal development, which facilitate effective leadership and team management. Eckhardt acknowledges the necessity of a strong support network, highlighting that family support is crucial for managing responsibilities seamlessly. By aligning personal values with professional goals, individuals can enhance their career plans and improve communication within their teams. This approach enables a fulfilling balance between career aspirations and family life. According to Sigrid Eckhardt, sacrifices are inevitable, but a clear conscience and solid support make the journey manageable. Don’t miss more tips and insights on achieving balance in the full episode.

2026·Season 2·Episode 7Highlight
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00:03

BETWEEN FAMILY, STUDIES AND CAREER Oh, what's that?"Studies, work, and motherhood:how can you balance it all?" Well, I think the secret recipe for that is, once again,inner conviction and mindset.

00:32

In my case, and here I can only speak for myself,I'm generally a very goal-oriented person,focused on performance and very curious.

00:43

All my life I've placed great importance on constant, continuous learning.

00:50

That's why I took various courses and even studied while working, to keep developing myself.

01:00

And when one has a clear goal, wants to achieve it,and knows how much effort and commitment it takes,the path becomes easier and faster.

01:15

This is likely easier for people driven by goals and performance, like myself,than for those who don't have it quite so deeply rooted in their DNA.

01:24

As for motherhood, family is hugely important to me.

01:29

My children are extremely important to me.And yet I'm most likely a mother who's very work-focused,because my work is a vocation rather than just a job for me,and I do what I do gladly and with a clear conscience.

01:52

And that's where the difference lies.It always comes down to what my personal goals are,what I identify with,what I can do with a clear conscience,what my intuation says, what I believe.

02:06

And then it becomes much easier to balance everything.

02:11

Though of course, some sacrifices are necessary.That's for sure.

02:18

And what's also needed,especially now that I have children and a family and want to balance my career and family,is a strong support network.

02:30

But that's just my experience and my personal secret recipe for success.

02:35

I've always had my family's support,as well as a solid support network.

02:40

I've always had my parents and grandparents by my side,making up for so many things – I've been very lucky.and I believe that is something that's truly essential.

02:53

Because when you know your children are in good hands,it's much easier to deal with things.