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Ambika takes the strategic skillset she spent 15+ years cultivating in advertising, and applies it to evolving challenges in our modern worklife. From questions of parental leave to privilege paradigms. From leading with instinct to navigating life through a feminine lens. From the under-investment in women’s healthcare to the under-reported realities of maternal mental health. In Corner Office Breakdowns, she intertwines these topics with conversations about success, leadership, and modern work to imagine a more diverse, equitable, humanity-first future of work.

  1. 05/02/2024

    The Common Language of Motherhood with Mother Tongue Magazine

    In this episode of Corner Office Breakdowns, Ambika speaks with  Melissa Goldstein and Natalia Rachlin, the co-founders of Mother Tongue Magazine, who sought to fill a gap in maternal narratives in media. They discuss the magazine’s mission to include diverse, authentic stories of motherhood, transforming the genre into one that resonates deeply and universally, regardless of one’s direct experience with parenting. Exploring the magazine’s thoughtful approach to advertising and intentionality in growth and storytelling, the dialogue also touches on personal identities, generational shifts in understanding motherhood, and the importance of slow media in today’s fast-paced world. 00:00 Opening Greetings and Personal Updates 01:42 The Struggles of Parenting and Work-Life Balance 02:53 Preparing for Travel and Managing Kids 04:12 The Essence and Challenges of Motherhood 06:06 Introduction to Mother Tongue Magazine 10:13 Exploring the Identity and Impact of Motherhood 10:56 The Creative Process and Vision Behind Mother Tongue 19:59 Diverse Voices and the Power of Storytelling 31:15 Reflecting on Identity, Work, and Motherhood 38:04 The Importance of Inclusive Narratives in Motherhood 40:03 Navigating Expression and Perception 41:03 The Challenge of Packaging Emotions 41:26 Evolving Conversations in Media 43:59 Exploring the Intersectionality of Motherhood 44:40 Balancing Toxic Positivity and Negativity 46:00 The Role of Storytelling and Activism 46:38 Finding the Balance in Editorial Content 57:27 The Impact of Generational Perspectives 01:02:12 The Journey to Creating ‘Mother Tongue’ 01:09:05 Expanding Reach and Embracing Slow Media 01:18:20 Reflecting on the Journey and Looking Ahead

    1h 16m
    5
    out of 5
    39 Ratings

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    Ambika takes the strategic skillset she spent 15+ years cultivating in advertising, and applies it to evolving challenges in our modern worklife. From questions of parental leave to privilege paradigms. From leading with instinct to navigating life through a feminine lens. From the under-investment in women’s healthcare to the under-reported realities of maternal mental health. In Corner Office Breakdowns, she intertwines these topics with conversations about success, leadership, and modern work to imagine a more diverse, equitable, humanity-first future of work.

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