{"id":177902,"date":"2026-01-15T17:30:10","date_gmt":"2026-01-15T15:30:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/factorialhr.com\/blog\/factorial-play\/videos\/studying-working-and-motherhood-how-do-you-balance-it-all-2\/"},"modified":"2026-01-15T17:30:10","modified_gmt":"2026-01-15T15:30:10","slug":"studying-working-and-motherhood-how-do-you-balance-it-all-2","status":"publish","type":"factorial_video","link":"https:\/\/factorialhr.co.uk\/blog\/factorial-play\/videos\/studying-working-and-motherhood-how-do-you-balance-it-all-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Studying, working, and motherhood – how do you balance it all?"},"featured_media":0,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_video_type":"highlight","_related_series":167693,"_related_episode":177859,"_related_season":0,"_video_source":"vimeo","_youtube_video_id":"","_vimeo_video_id":"1117797140","_speaker_id":177343,"_video_description":"Balancing family, studies, and a career requires a strong inner conviction and a goal-oriented mindset, according to Sigrid Eckhardt. She emphasizes the importance of continuous learning and having clear personal goals to navigate the complexities of motherhood while maintaining a fulfilling career. Eckhardt highlights that a robust support network is crucial for success, allowing individuals to focus on leadership and effective team management. Personal values and effective communication play a significant role in achieving a harmonious balance between work and family life. Ultimately, personal sacrifices are necessary, but with the right framework, such as a career plan, it becomes easier to manage these responsibilities. 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