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Jay is more than just the host of All About Change podcast. He is a lawyer and international activist, who has focused his life’s work on seeking social justice by advocating for the rights of people with disabilities worldwide. On the special episode of All About Change, Mijon Zulu, the managing producer of the "All About Change" podcast, is taking over hosting duties to interview Jay Ruderman about his new book, his activist journey, and why activism is even more important today. Episode Chapters (0:00) intro (02:38) How does one choose a cause to go after? (03:33) Jay’s path to activism (07:50) Practical steps a new activist can take (09:24) Confrontation vs trolling (17:36) Learning from activists operating in different sectors (19:20) Resilience in activism (22:24) Reflections on Find Your Fight and goodbye For video episodes, watch on www.youtube.com/@therudermanfamilyfoundation Stay in touch: X: @JayRuderman | @RudermanFdn LinkedIn: Jay Ruderman | Ruderman Family Foundation Instagram: All About Change Podcast | Ruderman Family Foundation To learn more about the podcast, visit https://allaboutchangepodcast.com/ Looking for more insights into the world of activism? Be sure to check out Jay’s brand new book, Find Your Fight , in which Jay teaches the next generation of activists and advocates how to step up and bring about lasting change. You can find Find Your Fight wherever you buy your books, and you can learn more about it at www.jayruderman.com .…

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This podcast is brought to you by CPA MOMS®. We provide business owners with an affordable solution by working exclusively with talented CPA's willing to exchange high salaries for flexibility. We pride ourselves on being the "eHarmony" of the accounting world, supporting female accountants who want a career as well as a family. If you are a busy female accountant who also happens to be a mom, struggling to have it all - a thriving career and a happy family - then this podcast is the resource you’ve been looking for. This podcast will guide you on the journey to reduce mom guilt and overwhelm, how to feel better at your job and at home with your children, how to set goals and actually achieve them, why it's not your fault that you feel stressed trying to have it all and much, much more. Each week, this podcast will bring you specific tools and resources to meet the challenges busy female accountant moms face. Your well being is important to your career and to your family and this podcast will teach you how to show up as the best version of yourself. You'll learn a whole new way of thinking that makes it possible to have the life balance you desire. You'll discover how to gain the time and energy to take care of yourself in order to be fully present at work and with your family. You'll learn why you may buffer with food, work, shopping or even technology and what to do about it. You’ll learn to improve your relationships and to better deal with the difficult people in your life. Every week you will learn new opportunities to have the life you want. As a female accountant you are the future of accounting and as a mom you are raising the future. We all need support in our roles as female accountant and mom and that's what this podcast will provide. Most importantly, by following this podcast you will feel better in all aspects of your life without anything or anyone else having to change. Your host, Dawn Goldberg, CPA has been a CPA for over 30 years and a mom for over 26 years. You can contact her at dawn.goldberg@cpa-moms.us.

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#340 - Finding Your Tribe - The Importance Of Friendships As A Busy Working Mom 22:53

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Think about the last time you laughed so hard with a friend that it felt like a weight was lifted off your shoulders. When was the last time you felt truly understood without having to explain yourself? These are the kinds of connections that can keep us grounded, even when life feels chaotic. Yet, for so many moms, it feels like friendships belong in the “someday” pile—the pile of things we’ll get to once everything else is done. But let’s be honest: when is everything ever done? What if finding your tribe isn’t about adding something else to your to-do list but about enriching the life you’re already living? What if it’s about realizing that connection doesn’t have to be complicated or time-consuming—it just has to be intentional? Friendships aren’t just a luxury for when you have extra time (does that even exist?). They’re a lifeline, a source of energy and comfort, and they can help you be the best version of yourself—for you and everyone else who depends on you. This week, I’m going to discuss why it feels so hard to maintain friendships when you’re a busy working mom and how building meaningful relationships doesn’t have to be complicated. You can read the full show notes HERE…

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#339 - Dealing with Judgment and Criticism as a Working Mom 19:59

10 days ago19:59

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Have you ever left work at a reasonable time to pick up your kids and felt like you were being silently—or not so silently—judged? Maybe a coworker makes a snide comment, or you get that look from someone as if to say, “Must be nice to leave early.” The thing is, juggling work and family is already hard enough without feeling like you’re under a microscope. You’re trying to do your best for your family and your career, but somehow, it never feels like enough. It’s exhausting, and it can leave you second-guessing yourself constantly. Why is it that judgment from others, or even ourselves, can hit so hard? Why does one comment, one glance, or even one unspoken assumption stick with us for hours—or days? It’s almost like our brains are wired to take every criticism and use it as proof that we’re not doing enough. This week, I’m going to discuss why judgment and criticism feel so heavy and how to take back control. You can read the full show notes HERE…

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#338 - When You're Stuck In A Job You Can't Quit Right Now 21:05

17 days ago21:05

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Let’s talk about what it’s like to feel stuck in a job you can’t quit. It’s one of those things that can weigh on you every single day, making it hard to focus on anything else. You might feel like you’re just going through the motions, clocking in and out, while wishing things could be different. Maybe you’ve told yourself, “I have no choice,” or “It’s just how things are right now.” If you’ve ever felt like this, you’re not alone. So many people, especially moms balancing work and family, feel trapped in a job because the idea of leaving isn’t even on the table. But what does “stuck” really mean? Is it your circumstances that are keeping you there, or could it be something else entirely? This week, I’m going to discuss why you feel stuck and how to empower yourself when you can’t quit right now. You can read the full show notes HERE…

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#337 - Why Every Working Mom Should Write a Reverse Bucket List 19:44

24 days ago19:44

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Have you ever thought about all the things you’ve done in the past year alone? Not just the big milestones but the small victories that probably felt insignificant at the time but added up to something incredible. Sometimes, we need a little nudge to stop and acknowledge ourselves. That’s where the idea of a Reverse Bucket List comes in—a simple way to see your life through a more compassionate and celebratory lens. So, here’s my question for you: If you wrote down all the moments you’re proud of, what would you discover about yourself? Would you see a woman who’s been doing far more than she gives herself credit for? This isn’t about adding one more thing to your to-do list or finding yet another way to measure your success. It’s about giving yourself the credit you deserve and feeling proud of the life you’ve built so far. This week, I’m going to discuss the problem of forgetting to pause and reflect and the transformative power of a Reverse Bucket List. You can read the full show notes HERE…

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#336 - What To Do When Your Brain Gets Stuck On Repeat 21:30

4 weeks ago21:30

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Have you ever noticed how your brain can latch onto a single thought and refuse to let go? Maybe it’s replaying an awkward moment, overthinking something you said, or obsessing about what someone else might be thinking. It’s like a broken record, looping over and over, and no matter how hard you try, it just won’t stop. This kind of mental replay can be exhausting. It’s not just draining your energy—it’s stealing your time and focus too. You sit there, caught up in the loop, wishing your brain had an “off” switch. But the harder you try to push the thought away, the louder it seems to get. Why does this happen? Why does your brain decide to cling so tightly to something, even when you don’t want it to? This week, I’m going to discuss why thought loops happen, how to recognize and redirect thought loops, and my personal example of breaking a thought loop. You can read the full show notes HERE…

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#335 - The Power of Minimalism For Working Moms 22:13

5 weeks ago22:13

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As moms and accountants, we often feel like we’re always running to keep up. There are deadlines to meet, kids to care for, and piles of things—both literal and figurative—demanding our attention. It’s easy to feel stretched thin and wonder if there’s another way. What if simplifying your surroundings could make life feel more manageable? What if letting go of the unnecessary could give you more time, energy, and peace of mind? Think about how much better you feel when you walk into a clean, organized room. Or how much more productive you are when your desk is free of distractions. Minimalism is about creating more of those moments—more calm, more focus, and more space for what truly matters. This week, I’m going to discuss when ‘more’ becomes too much and embracing minimalism for clarity and control. You can read the full show notes HERE…

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#334 - How to Build Unshakable Self-Confidence 24:02

6 weeks ago24:02

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Have you ever wished that self-doubt would disappear and you'd be able to do what you want, when you want? Well, what if self-confidence isn’t something you have to earn, but something you can create right now? Many people wait for external validation—like a promotion or praise—before feeling confident, but that approach keeps confidence just out of reach. True self-confidence isn’t about knowing everything or proving yourself first; it’s about trusting your ability to figure things out along the way. Instead of waiting to feel ready, consider that confidence is what helps you achieve your goals, not the other way around. This week, I’m going to discuss the confidence trap: waiting for permission and shifting the focus: building confidence from within. You can read the full show notes HERE…

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#333 - How to Do The Impossible (Even When You Doubt Yourself) 23:37

7 weeks ago23:37

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Have you ever stopped to think about the things you’re doing now that once felt completely out of reach? It’s amazing how often we achieve things we didn’t think we could—until we actually did. Maybe it’s juggling work and motherhood when you used to wonder how anyone did both. Or maybe it’s tackling a job you once thought you weren’t qualified for, managing a household during chaotic weeks, or handling a tough situation you never imagined you’d get through. But here’s the thing: how often do we stop to give ourselves credit for those wins? How often do we pause to think, “Wow, I did something I thought I couldn’t do” ? Most of us don’t. We just move on to the next challenge, the next to-do, or the next big goal. This week, I’m going to discuss how doubt isn’t the obstacle to doing the impossible and how to believe in yourself, not just the goal. You can read the full show notes HERE…

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#332 - Why You Should Practice New Thoughts And How To Do It 22:06

8 weeks ago22:06

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Have you ever noticed how some thoughts just keep popping up, even when you’re not trying to think them? It’s like they’re on autopilot, running quietly in the background while you go about your day. And it’s not just the good thoughts, either. It’s often the worries, the doubts, and those sneaky self-criticisms that feel like they’ve set up camp in our minds. As moms, we juggle so much, and it can feel like our minds are always full. We’ve got thoughts about the kids, work, our relationships, and that never-ending list of things we feel we should be doing better. And even if we try to focus on the positive, those familiar thoughts seem to stick around, don’t they? The good news is that we can change this. We can create new ways of thinking and start shifting our focus toward things that empower us rather than hold us back. But it does take a little intention and patience. This week, I’m going to discuss why our thoughts keep us stuck and how to move toward new thoughts. You can read the full show notes HERE…

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#331 - My Secret To Getting More Done In Less Time 21:50

9 weeks ago21:50

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What if I told you there’s a hidden factor behind why some days feel productive while others feel like a constant battle? It’s not time management strategies or fancy apps—it’s your emotions. Think about it—have you ever felt scattered, struggling to focus, only to realize later it was because of stress? Or felt guilty about work-life balance, and that guilt kept distracting you? These emotions steal our time and energy without us even noticing. If we want to get more done in less time, we have to acknowledge the role emotions play. Time management tools are great, but they don’t stand a chance if we’re weighed down by stress. This week, I’m going to discuss how unproductive emotions sabotage productivity and how to take control of unproductive emotions and get more done in less time. You can read the full show notes HERE…

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#330 - How to Spot Manipulation and Take Back Control 25:01

10 weeks ago25:01

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Have you ever walked away from a conversation with someone and felt this weird mix of guilt, frustration, or even self-doubt, but you couldn’t quite put your finger on why? Maybe it was something subtle, like a comment that left you wondering if you’ve somehow let them down. Or maybe they just hinted that you should be doing something differently, and suddenly, you’re questioning yourself. I think we’ve all been there – those moments when someone’s words stick with us in a way that doesn’t feel good but feels hard to shake off. That’s what emotional manipulation can feel like. It’s sneaky, and most of us don’t realize what’s happening until we’ve been pulled into it. This week, I’m going to discuss the hidden problem of emotional manipulation, taking back control and setting boundaries, and practical ways to strengthen your boundaries. You can read the full show notes HERE…

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#329 - The 4 C’s Every Accountant Mom Needs to Know to 'Create Margin' in Her Life 23:27

11 weeks ago23:27

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Have you ever wished you had just a little extra space in your life? Not more things to do, but more room to do them—more breathing room between tasks, more time to pause, and more energy left at the end of the day? If that idea sounds like a distant dream, you’re in good company. For so many working moms, especially those of us in demanding professions like accounting, the concept of having space in your life can feel like a luxury you just don’t have. But what if creating this kind of space—what I call creating “margin”—was actually within reach? What if it was more about small, intentional changes than a massive overhaul? This week, I’m going to discuss the concept of “creating margin” and the 4 C’s for creating margin in your life. You can read the full show notes HERE…

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#328 - Helping Your Kids Deal With Having a Working Mom 21:22

12 weeks ago21:22

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Let’s talk about something we all think about as working moms—how our work life affects our kids. It’s one of those topics that can stir up a mix of emotions: guilt, worry, and maybe even a little pride. If you’ve ever wondered how to make things easier for your kids when you’re busy, you’re in good company. The truth is, being a working mom is a balancing act that can feel impossible some days. You want to do your best at work and at home, but sometimes it feels like there just isn’t enough of you to go around. Does that sound familiar? This is especially true as we head into the busiest season for accountants. You might already be looking at your schedule, trying to figure out how to fit it all in without shortchanging your kids. Maybe you’ve even caught yourself asking, “Am I doing enough for them?” This week, I’m going to discuss when work feels like it’s getting in the way and finding ways to help your kids deal with having a working mom. You can read the full show notes HERE…

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#327 - Why “Do Goals” Are the Game Changer You’ve Been Waiting For 25:10

13 weeks ago25:10

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We’ve all been there: a day packed with tasks, meetings, and responsibilities, yet somehow, at the end of it, we’re left wondering, “What did I actually accomplish?” You’re putting out fires all day long, crossing items off your to-do list, but there’s still that nagging feeling that you didn’t touch the things that truly matter—those goals that feel just out of reach. No matter how hard you work, the important things seem to keep getting pushed to tomorrow, next week, or even further down the road. And it’s exhausting. The truth is, it’s not because you’re not working hard enough. It’s because the way we’ve been taught to think about goals and productivity is broken. Life is full of distractions—emails to answer, last-minute client needs, unexpected interruptions—all of which make it feel like you’re constantly on the go but never actually getting closer to where you want to be. This week, I’m going to discuss why we’re stuck in the busyness trap, the difference between regular goals and “Do Goals,” and how to shift from busy to productive with "Do Goals." You can read the full show notes HERE…

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#326 - We've Got Exciting News! An Interview With The NEW CEO of CPA MOMS 34:41

14 weeks ago34:41