2.7: Growing Up, Finding Yourself, and Finding Success with Blogger Brooke Willett

In the show's third season premiere, Sarah goes solo to catch up on what's been going on in the past year and a half since the last episode -- five different jobs, a heartbreak, and a new approach to ambition. You can find Sarah everywhere @thesarahsem, and stay up to date with ALBU @albupodcast on all platforms.

In this episode, Francesca D'Elia joins Sarah to discuss her Vermont-based business Homegrown Jewelry, the importance of backing yourself when you're the boss, and how to make authentic, intentional decisions about expanding your brand. They also discuss what it was like to graduate college in the height of the pandemic in 2020, as well as the power of community in Vermont. Follow Homegrown at @homegrown_jewelry on Instagram, and find the whole product portfolio at homegrownjewelryvt.com. You can find Sarah everywhere @thesarahsem, and stay up to date with ALBU @albupodcast on all platforms.

Sarah is joined in this episode by Jenni Chapman, a queer photographer based in the San Francisco Bay Area who also is a performer, cat mom, fiancée, and so much more! They discuss how Jenni is using her talents in photography to tell complex and vibrant stories through her upcoming program The Queer Soul Experience (launching June 2022), the power of seeing yourself represented in media, and using influence to create lasting impact. Jenni also dives into how to create a job that addresses both your wants and needs, how she structures her work weeks to reflect her recent autism diagnosis and to avoid burnout, and much, much more. Follow Jenni on Instagram @jennichapmanphotography and @aliandjenni, online at jennichapmanphotography.com, and on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/c/JenniChapman. You can find Sarah everywhere @thesarahsem, and stay up to date with ALBU @albupodcast on all platforms. Episode References: - Rebekah: @soullikethesun on Instagram (engagement guide) - The photography business program Jenni is in: Dana Shular, CEO @ascendtogetheracademy on Instagram - Childhood pictures: https://jennichapmanphotography.pic-time.com/2nnnWyOv

In part two of this two-part series, Sarah sits down with her parents to talk about how they've created a healthy, loving marriage that has lasted 30 years (and counting), how to grow together as a couple but still have your own interests, and how to overcome challenges as a team. They discuss how Leslie's battle with breast cancer both challenged and strengthened the family, as well as give advice on how to find The One, and tell their love story that is definitely *not* straight out of a romantic comedy. Sarah's mom has been a teacher for the past 30 years, spending the last 18 years at Mater Christi School in Burlington, Vermont. She is also a private tutor for the Stern Center in Williston, Vermont. In her free time she likes to bake, scrapbook, and binge watch shows on Netflix with her beautiful daughter. :) Sarah's dad retired in 2017 after 25+ years as probation officer. He is currently an adjunct lecturer and Criminal Justice Internship coordinator for Norwich University in Northfield, Vermont. In his free time, he enjoys buying and selling antiques and collectibles at Five Corners Antiques in Essex Junction, Vermont. You can find Sarah everywhere @thesarahsem and stay up to date with ALBU @albupodcast on all platforms.

In part one of this two-part series, Sarah sits down with Leslie and David (aka Mom and Dad) to discuss building a career to fit your life rather than the other way around, betting on yourself, finding your calling, and more. Both Leslie and David have pivoted in their careers over time, and also discuss how to find new ways to do what you love. Sarah's mom has been a teacher for the past 30 years, spending the last 18 years at Mater Christi School in Burlington, Vermont. She is also a private tutor for the Stern Center in Williston, Vermont. In her free time she likes to bake, scrapbook, and binge watch shows on Netflix with her beautiful daughter. :) Sarah's dad retired in 2017 after 25+ years as probation officer. He is currently an adjunct lecturer and Criminal Justice Internship coordinator for Norwich University in Northfield, Vermont. In his free time, he enjoys buying and selling antiques and collectibles at Five Corners Antiques in Essex Junction, Vermont. You can find Sarah everywhere @thesarahsem and stay up to date with ALBU @albupodcast on all platforms.

In this episode, Sarah is joined by fashion, beauty, and skincare influencer Liz Maldonado to discuss saying yes, knowing your boundaries, how to handle TikTok trolls, and much, much more! Tune in for this episode with a guest who is truly a little bit unfiltered. Follow Liz on Instagram @liz_maldonado220 and on TikTok @liz.maldonado220 to keep up with her funny, creative, and authentic content. You can find Sarah everywhere @thesarahsem, and stay up to date with ALBU @albupodcast on all platforms.

Sarah is joined in this episode by Annie Bowles, founder and creator of Sugarfree Media, and host of the widely popular News du Jour podcast. They discuss how Annie founded her company, started a hit news podcast in the middle of the pandemic, how to avoid burnout, and being your own boss! You can find News du Jour @newsdujourpodcast and everywhere you listen to podcasts (transcripts are available on SFM's website), and you can find Annie @sugarfreemedia.co on Instagram, @sugarfreemedia on TikTok, and sugarfreemedia.co. You can find Sarah everywhere @thesarahsem, and stay up to date with ALBU @albupodcast on all platforms.

In the first episode of season 2, Sarah and Molly dive straight into the show's rebrand and restructuring, as well as what to expect in the next few episodes. They also recap major life updates since last season -- think moving boxes, furry friends, and wedding bells! You can find Sarah and Molly everywhere @thesarahsem and @itsmollyclaire, and stay up to date with ALBU @albupodcast on all platforms.

In this solo episode, Sarah dives into some tips for setting boundaries with friends, coworkers, family, and partners -- as well as sharing her own experiences. She also wraps up season 1 of the podcast and sets some goals for season 2, coming to you soon!

You can find Sarah and Molly everywhere @thesarahsem and @itsmollyclaire, and stay up to date with ALBU @albupodcast on all platforms.

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In this episode, Sarah and Molly are joined again by Lizzy Williams to debrief after ALBU's Blind Date series! Sarah gives an unfiltered and honest reaction to her blind dates, and reveals if she's still talking to the applicants. Also, Sarah and Molly do a deep dive into discussions around sustainable antiracism efforts, their reactions to the verdict in the Chauvin trial, and their hopes for the future. 

Disclaimer and content warning: This episode was recorded on May 1st, and so reflects the current events at that time - the episode contains high-level discussions of police brutality and racism.

You can find Sarah and Molly everywhere @thesarahsem and @itsmollyclaire, and stay up to date with ALBU @albupodcast on all platforms.

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