Is Work-Life Balance Something We Should Strive For? E3
On this episode of The Messy Middle Jen Burwell is joined by guests Jessica Fritz, Owner & Architect of J.Cor Architecture and Stephanie Greenfield, Team Lead and Associate Broker at Berkshire Hathaway. We learn how both Jessica and Stephanie transitioned from burnout to purpose-driven work.
Jessica describes her early passion for architecture, design, art, and history that laid the foundation for her thriving architecture business today and when she knew it was time to go out on her own. Stephanie shares her story and the road that led her to real estate. She shares how her passion to help people access homeownership along with some good old competition has kept her motivated each day. We also explore the question, “Is work-life balance really a goal we should strive for?” Tune in to hear their thoughts!
If you are an aspiring entrepreneur, entrepreneur or business owner this is a great episode to listen to! We explore the differences between work-life balance vs. life integration. *Spoiler alert* we don’t believe work-life balance can ever really be achieved.
If you are searching for how to balance all of the pieces and parts of your life and how to build rest into your company culture, Stephanie and Jessica offer some great perspectives.
J.Cor Architecture is a full service architectural firm specializing in all sectors of Residential Design. They are a local Phoenix company and take on both large custom homes as well as smaller remodels all over the valley. J.Cor is also licensed to work in California and has reciprocity to practice in all 50 states. They currently work with large home builders on new communities in Southern California and Northern Utah.
J.Cor prides themselves in their ability to consciously manage your project. They are typically the first call in the construction process and will guide you through the process from design to engineering and final permits, they will also stick with you through construction to help finalize your vision!
Originally from Berkshire County Massachusetts, Jessica Fritz headed east to Boston where she completed her Master’s in Architecture from Wentworth Institute of Technology. Upon graduating she had an intense desire to head out west and found herself immersed in the Home Building Industry of Southern California.
During this time she received her Architect’s license in California as well as receiving reciprocity to practice in all 50 states. After 7 years in California, she decided to settle down at her small ranch in Northern Phoenix where she founded J.Cor Architecture.
Jessica’s passion is deep routed in residential design and she loves the process of design through every architectural phase. From the very first meeting with the client, getting to know their personality and their home site she begins to see the vision taking shape through simple words and emotions.
Connect with Jessica on LinkedIn and Instagram.
The Bray Team is a family team of Realtors at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices with a combined 60+ years of experience in real estate. The team has been one of the top teams in Berkshire Hathaway four years in a row. They are passionate about providing the highest level of customer service possible for their clients, family, and friends.
The Bray Team’s goals are to create lasting relationships and to continue helping families achieve their real estate dreams.
Stephanie Greenfield is a graduate of Arizona State University, where she attained her Bachelor of Science in Management and Bachelor of Science in Marketing and graduated summa cum laude from Barrett, the Honors College.
She was named one of the Scottsdale Area Association of Realtors “40 Under 40” three years in a row for 2017, 2018, and 2019 all before the age of 30. This award recognizes outstanding Realtors under 40 years of age who demonstrate business success, professional leadership, and community and industry involvement.
She is an active member of her community where she is the co-chair for the Scottsdale Area Association of Realtors Government Affairs Committee and has served as a member of the Tempe City Council Neighborhood Advisory Commission.
When she’s not helping friends buy or sell homes, she can be found hiking or Jeeping Arizona’s trails with her husband Kiel and two Australian Shepherds, Foster and Opie.
Connect with Stephanie on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.
About The Messy Middle Podcast & Radio Show
“Beginnings are usually scary, and endings are usually sad but it’s the middle that counts the most.”- Hope Floats
We often talk about the beginnings and endings of things. We celebrate our firsts and mourn our lasts. We often ignore the in between, or what we like to call the messy middle. In this nebulous space, often there are no awards or recognition.
It is frequently characterized by the long days, hard work, uncertainty, self-doubt, small wins, setbacks, persistence, and sheer determination to simply keep moving forward. And, yet, it is also where the magic happens. The middle part of our journey is what shapes us, prepares us and fills our lives with meaning.
Welcome to the Messy Middle Podcast & Radio show! Each month we invite guests to share their own version of the Messy Middle and the lessons they’ve learned along the way.
Whether you’re in the messiness of growing a business, healing from trauma, or navigating the wild world of parenting; this show is for you! We’re so excited to celebrate the messiness of life and business with you!
About Mother & Founder Co
Mother & Founder Co was created to help people who are experiencing change and are looking for growth, healing & transformation. The only thing that is constant is change…and change is really difficult for most people. When remaining where you are is more painful than the unknown, change happens.
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Mother & Founder is there to help you create, maintain, and navigate the changes you wish to make.
In addition to the amazing community of women, we provide trauma healing sessions, clarity courses designed to re-imagine what’s possible, individual coaching and small business strategy masterminds.
About Jen Burwell
Jen is the Founder of Mother & Founder Co. and Co-Founder of Jens LIGHT Events.
She is a recognized public speaker and enjoys working with audiences of all sizes. She is a fierce advocate of self-development and believes a kinder world begins from within.
Her goal is to help as many leaders heal themselves as possible. A healed world is a better world for all of us. In 2020, she received the prestigious honor of Business Woman of the Year by the Tempe Chamber of Commerce.
She loves being right in the messy middle of growing business(es), mothering 3 young kiddos (2 on the Autism Spectrum) and navigating a healthy and happy marriage amid it all.
In her spare time, she enjoys morning solo runs accompanied by her AirPods and her latest Audible book. Her other joys include spa days, being near the ocean, travel and learning something new.
