Passion and Parenting with Bethany Braun-Silva of What to Expect

Bethany Bruan-Silva

Bethany Braun-Silva’s first pregnancy inspired her to kick off her writing career in the parenting space, and she quickly realized she had unique stories and content to share with parents across the country. From being the editor for parenting.com to leading strategy at What to Expect, Bethany’s career story is full of perseverance, grit, and positive thinking.

Today, you’ll hear how Bethany climbed the ranks throughout the years and the different ways 2020 encouraged her to slow down and find balance. She shares how she made her mark in the media industry and some stories from her early days. She discusses how the pandemic impacted her role at Parenting. She shares her proudest moment from the past year and notes why she is approaching 2021 with a different attitude. She discusses the process of learning that, when something doesn’t feel right, it probably isn’t. She notes the importance of carving out time to pursue your passions outside of work. She explains how she is positioning herself as a thought leader on Clubhouse and how you can get started too. She notes the value of raising your kids as they are rather than as you want them to be, and finally, she shares why you should go after what drives you.

“It’s all part of being authentically who you are.”

– Bethany Braun-Silva

This week on SocialFly’s Entreprenista Podcast:

  • Bethany’s story
  • Going with the option that feels right
  • The impact of the pandemic
  • Raising your kids as they are
  • The importance of pursuing your passions outside of work

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