The Independent Mom

Are you completely confused about the stock market right now? Yes, the stock market is crazy right now, but I had a feeling this was coming. We cannot always trust what this administration says but we can trust their motivations and align ourselves with the right tools to allow us to take full advantage of this time. We all need to be better equipped to fight back physically and financially.

In this episode we discuss:

• What ...

Recently I celebrated a birthday. This year my word is: growth. I’ve grown in so many ways over the years, but this year marks 2 years since the launch of this podcast, and it caused me to think about some of the many ways that I’ve grown and the ways that I want to continue growing.  So, in the words of Kelly from Insecure…this episode is about “growth!”

In this episode we discuss:

• 5 areas of growth that have been the most c...

Have you ever felt like you're doing a lot but not making a lot of progress? You might be hustling instead of investing. This distinction could be happening with your money, your time, or your emotions. There are so many insights that can be revealed to us when we stop hustling and start investing in all aspects of our lives...not just financially.

In this episode we discuss:

• The parts of investing that distinguish it fro...

The big game last weekend was all the things! But aside from the dynamic win by the Philadelphia Eagles, there was the record breaking and revolutionary performance by Kendrick Lamar. Many people have been talking about the meaning, the symbolism, and the boldness of it all. But I want us to address the very real challenge that Kendrick posed to many of us.

In this episode we'll discuss:

• What it means to play the game
• Why so m...

Recently a friend asked me if now was a good time to trade or invest in the stock market. My default answer was yes of course, but I spent some more time thinking about it and decided to share some of my thoughts on the podcast.

In this episode we discuss:

• Why I am confident that the stock market will continue in a positive direction
• What I am doing to be mindful and intentional with my money right now
• Why we all need to...

There have been a lot of announcements over the last few weeks, but the announcement from Target about rolling back their DEI hit differently. In this episode I break down:

• How I'm processing and handling the news
• Some of the "unpopular" factors that we need to consider
• Why I want us to respond and not react to the situations

And so much more...

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Are you looking to achieve a much more fulfilling personal and professional life, but don’t know how to? What if I told you that the key lies in a simple mindset shift? Would you believe me? 

In today’s episode, business and mindset coach, Jenna Rykiel joins us to discuss and more. She shares her transformative journey from corporate life to entrepreneurship. Jenna discusses the pivotal moments that led her to leave her corpor...

Can you believe it's 2025? We're definitely in for an interesting year ahead. In this episode I break down some of my many highs from last year including attending the DNC, and what I want us all to commit to doing this year to make sure that 2025 is great despite this new administration.

We'll discuss:

• What I learned in 2024
• The 4 areas of growth I'm committing to this year
• Why it's so importan...

Have you been struggling to find alignment between your personal values and your career as a working mom, unsure if it's time for a change? Discover the approach to career pivots that can help you navigate transitions with confidence and clarity.

In today’s episode, professional dancer and choreographer turned adjunct dance professor, Shaté Hayes, shares her journey of making multiple career pivots, from being a professional dancer...

What if you could have a window into how the wealthy actually think about and manage their money? Today on the podcast we have Celandra Deane-Bess. Celandra Deane-Bess, is a Certified Financial Planner and a Wealth Management Executive with over 20 years of experience in the financial services industry. 

In this episode, we discuss:  

• How the wealthy think like an owner, and how you can too even as an employee 

We all say we want more freedom and more options, but we don't always think about what that actually looks like and how ready we are for it. Having more freedom means learning how to manage options in a totally different way.

In this episode we discuss:

• The importance of taking a capacity assessment even when faced with many options

• The power in embracing uncertainty 

• The freedom in exploring and ...

Are you struggling to redefine your career and identity as a mom? You're not alone. My guest, Jess Galica is the best-selling author of "Leap: Why It's Time to Let Go to Get Ahead In Your Career" inspired by her own personal pivot leaving a successful corporate career to find greater fulfillment in work and life. She has interviewed over 150 women who wrestled with this same question and pivot and wants you to kno...

Learn how to transform your financial life in just 4 years with these 5 key questions!

In this episode, I dive deep into 5 key questions to transform your financial journey. If you're ready to take control of your finances and learn how to make your money work for you, this episode is a must-listen! Share with friends who are on their financial journey too. Let's support each other in building wealth and creating opportunit...

Feeling drained and in need of a break after Spring break? Me too. In today’s episode we dive deep into the importance of taking a break as a mom.

In this episode, I share:

• My own experiences of taking retreats and vacations that were solely focused on self-care and rejuvenation. 

• How these breaks have not only helped me recharge but also gain clarity on what was and wasn't working in my life. 

• Wh...

Feeling stuck in a style rut?

In this episode I sit down with Sai Patil to discuss the innovative concept of Style Coach. Sai shares her personal journey that led her to create Style Coach, a service aimed at democratizing styling and making it accessible to everyone. 

If you're looking for inspiration, practical tips, and a fresh perspective on style, entrepreneurship, and motherhood, this episode is a must-listen!

In this ep...

It's our anniversary! I can't believe it has been an entire year. Thank you for listening, sharing and supporting the podcast. Listen in to this episode to hear from a very special "mini-me" guest and to hear about some of what is coming up!

Connect with Arielle: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arielledeane/

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Website: https://www.arielledeane.com

Listen in each week and don'...

If you're interested in learning more about how to make informed financial decisions, strategies for building wealth, and the role of debt in wealth creation, this episode is a must-listen!

In this episode, I spoke with my guest, Cameron Rogers, from Ellevest an investment company built by women, for women, about important insights and strategies for women to navigate the financial landscape. 

In this episode we discuss:

Are you experiencing workplace discrimination?

If you are a black woman you probably know all too well the on-going and increasing attacks that appear to be happening in workplaces.  Discrimination is not ok and yet it happens often to many of us, especially black women and women of color. My guest, S. Anne Marie Archer started her consultancy, AntiHr, to create a more employee focused approach to HR and especially to guide black w...