A new child, a global pandemic, and an unexpected two-year isolation—Yolanda Reyes White's journey into motherhood was nothing like she planned. Just weeks after welcoming her daughter in February 2020, the world shut down, transforming what was supposed to be a brief parental leave before returning to daycare and office life into an extended period of family bonding that changed everything."I had to go back to places within myself I didn't even know existed," Yolanda shares, reflecting on the simultaneous challenges of first-time motherhood and pandemic uncertainty. While acknowledging the tremendous hardships many faced during this period, she candidly discusses the unexpected gift of extended time with her baby, something virtually impossible to achieve in typical American work culture.Whether you're navigating parenthood, career transitions, or simply seeking greater alignment between your actions and values, Yolanda's experience offers valuable insights on stepping into pivotal moments with courage and emerging more grounded, present, and authentic. Listen now and discover how unexpected challenges might just reveal your path to reinvention.Guest Bio:Yolanda is a relationship manager responsible for building and retaining relationships with prospective and existing clients directly and through consultants, platforms, TPAs and advisors. Yolanda has 19 years of financial service experience, including 14 years in stable value. Prior to joining Principal Morley in 2010, she was a Senior Account Manager for Standard Insurance Company. She has served as Co-Chair of WIPN Oregon and President of the Western Pension & Benefits Council Portland Chapter. She is a committee member for the Stable Value Investment Association and Retirement Advisory Council and holds designations with the American Society of Pension Professionals and Actuaries. Yolanda received a master’s degree from University of Oregon and a bachelor’s degree from Oregon State University.Connect with Yolanda:LinkedIn Connect with Theresa and Ivana:Theresa, True Strategy Consultants: tsc-consultants.com LinkedIn @treeconti, Insta @tscconsultants Ivana, Courageous Being: courageousbeing.com LinkedIn @ivipol, Insta @courbeingSITP team, Step Into The Pivot: stepintothepivot.com LinkedIn @step-into-the-pivot, YouTube @StepIntoThePivot

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