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In this episode of the She Lift Project Podcast, host Cynthia Kirkpatrick sits down with Sara Stock, a dynamic business owner and legal expert who has redefined what it means to balance a thriving career with the demands of motherhood and entrepreneurship. Sara shares her journey from working in a prestigious law firm to venturing out on her own, building successful businesses like Stock Legal and Legal Back Office.
Sara discusses the challenges and triumphs she faced along the way, including the importance of finding your purpose, the power of networking, and the value of creating a supportive work culture. She also delves into the unique obstacles women face in business and offers insightful advice on how to overcome them.
Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, a seasoned business owner, or someone looking to find more balance in life, this episode is packed with valuable lessons on growth, leadership, and resilience.
Introduction and Background (00:00 – 09:33)
Sarah’s Career Journey (09:33 – 19:44)
Starting Stock Legal (19:44 – 30:14)
Creation of Legal Back Office (30:14 – 42:42)
Challenges and Growth as a Leader (42:42 – 53:55)
Overcoming Obstacles and Achieving Success (53:55 – 01:03:31)
Work-Life Integration and Support Systems (01:03:32 – 01:13:18)
Professional Tips and Self-Promotion (01:13:18 – 01:23:48)
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“What we’re really trying to create here is generational change. And when the kids are in our facility, seeing their moms doing this work, it shows them a completely different path. That, and to no fault of their moms. It just, it never seemed possible. So we’re possibility creators.”
“You can only lead as far as you’ve healed, because until you start to recognize that, you will perpetuate the same mistakes that got you there before, either yourself or the leader that you were under. And that’s why the healing part is so important, because it comes up again and you’re like, okay, wait, this is what this is.”
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