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Episode Synopsis
In this conversation, Mariette Frey interviews Meredith Walker, the CEO and founder of Fortifying Roots. They discuss Meredith's background growing up in a military family and moving multiple times. Meredith shares her experience working at Magnolia and her upcoming podcast, ‘The It Girl Life.’ They also discuss mentorship and coaching in the corporate space and give advice for young adults entering corporate America. In this conversation, Meredith shares her personal journey of caring for her sick mother and the challenges she faced, emphasizing the importance of taking action and not being limited by circumstances. Meredith also discusses the value of seeking help, surrounding oneself with supportive people, and finding mentors. She encourages curiosity, self-learning, and embracing change. Finally, Meredith shares her vision for Fortifying Roots, a consulting business focused on building strong foundations for businesses and individuals.
You can find Meredith a few different ways: Fortifying Roots Website, Instagram, LinkedIn, The It Girl Life Podcast Instagram
Takeaways
Growing up in a military family can lead to frequent moves and the need to find affordable housing.
Choosing a city to live in should consider factors like job opportunities, affordability, and proximity to desired amenities.
Building a house can be an exciting but expensive process, and the advantages vary depending on the state.
Mentorship and coaching are important for young adults entering the corporate space, and focusing on controllable factors can help unlock their potential. Take action and don't be limited by circumstances.
Seek help and surround yourself with supportive people.
Be curious, embrace change, and continue learning.
Build a strong foundation for success.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
01:13 Growing up in a Military Family
03:27 Choosing Waco as the City of Dreams
04:32 Moving for Jobs
06:20 Building a Dream House and Moving Again
08:40 Advantages of Building a House in Texas
09:45 Penalties for Selling a House within Two Years
11:16 Working at Magnolia Networks
14:07 The It Girl Life Podcast
18:25 Advice for Young Adults Entering the IT Field
20:23 Caring for a Sick Parent
21:07 Guillain-Barré Syndrome
22:05 Finding Solutions for Expensive Medication
22:32 Lessons Learned from a 12-Year Journey
23:26 Overcoming Challenges and Finding Happiness
23:55 The Power of Taking Action
25:26 Seeking Help and Surrounding Yourself with Supportive People
26:20 The Importance of Mentors
27:15 Taking Initiative and Going Above and Beyond
28:07 Being Proactive in Career Development
29:02 The Value of Curiosity and Self-Learning
30:15 The Journey to Success Takes Time and Persistence
31:00 Embracing Change and Stepping Out of Comfort Zones
32:06 Navigating Uncertainty and Overcoming Resistance
33:17 Building a Strong Foundation for Success
34:08 Supportive Relationships and Hype Men
35:06 Navigating the Emotional Journey of Change
36:23 Finding Balance and Healing
37:15 Liking and Understanding Yourself
38:20 The Vision and Purpose of Fortifying Roots
40:41 Where to Find Meredith
Want to support the show? Become a member! Click here for membership details.
Check out my favorite things *which also support the show* Silk & Sonder planners, Jesse Carroll Voiceover Coaching (use code MOTM for 20% off!), Savvi clothing & lifestyle products, Monat skincare, makeup and haircare products, apply for The Free Website Guys help you with building a website, Riverside.fm and their amazing recording and editing products.
Thank you for listening! XO, Mariette
You can find Meredith a few different ways: Fortifying Roots Website, Instagram, LinkedIn, The It Girl Life Podcast Instagram
Takeaways
Growing up in a military family can lead to frequent moves and the need to find affordable housing.
Choosing a city to live in should consider factors like job opportunities, affordability, and proximity to desired amenities.
Building a house can be an exciting but expensive process, and the advantages vary depending on the state.
Mentorship and coaching are important for young adults entering the corporate space, and focusing on controllable factors can help unlock their potential. Take action and don't be limited by circumstances.
Seek help and surround yourself with supportive people.
Be curious, embrace change, and continue learning.
Build a strong foundation for success.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
01:13 Growing up in a Military Family
03:27 Choosing Waco as the City of Dreams
04:32 Moving for Jobs
06:20 Building a Dream House and Moving Again
08:40 Advantages of Building a House in Texas
09:45 Penalties for Selling a House within Two Years
11:16 Working at Magnolia Networks
14:07 The It Girl Life Podcast
18:25 Advice for Young Adults Entering the IT Field
20:23 Caring for a Sick Parent
21:07 Guillain-Barré Syndrome
22:05 Finding Solutions for Expensive Medication
22:32 Lessons Learned from a 12-Year Journey
23:26 Overcoming Challenges and Finding Happiness
23:55 The Power of Taking Action
25:26 Seeking Help and Surrounding Yourself with Supportive People
26:20 The Importance of Mentors
27:15 Taking Initiative and Going Above and Beyond
28:07 Being Proactive in Career Development
29:02 The Value of Curiosity and Self-Learning
30:15 The Journey to Success Takes Time and Persistence
31:00 Embracing Change and Stepping Out of Comfort Zones
32:06 Navigating Uncertainty and Overcoming Resistance
33:17 Building a Strong Foundation for Success
34:08 Supportive Relationships and Hype Men
35:06 Navigating the Emotional Journey of Change
36:23 Finding Balance and Healing
37:15 Liking and Understanding Yourself
38:20 The Vision and Purpose of Fortifying Roots
40:41 Where to Find Meredith
Want to support the show? Become a member! Click here for membership details.
Check out my favorite things *which also support the show* Silk & Sonder planners, Jesse Carroll Voiceover Coaching (use code MOTM for 20% off!), Savvi clothing & lifestyle products, Monat skincare, makeup and haircare products, apply for The Free Website Guys help you with building a website, Riverside.fm and their amazing recording and editing products.
Thank you for listening! XO, Mariette
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