Behind The Fold

What would change if you finally believed your personal story was the most powerful asset in your career? In today’s episode of Behind the Fold, I’m joined by powerhouse Marina Middleton, CEO and co-owner of Create & Cultivate, to unpack her journey as a young mother at 23, to marketing strategist, to CEO of one of the most influential women’s media platforms. Marina’s story is a masterclass in aligned risk, personal branding, and rewriting your narrative at every stage. We go deep into the grind behind the glow-up and what it truly looks like to build a business and a family at the same time. Stay tuned as we chat about:3:23 - Marina’s journey from Create & Cultivate attendee to CEO and co-owner11:57 - Becoming a mom at 23 and the mindset shift that allowed her to take the risks that got here to where she is today19:10 -  Building a magnetic personal brand, plus, a simple framework to help you define yours27:20 - Staying ahead and true to your brand when others try to replicate your success30:40 - How Marina avoids burnout, protects her time, and claims her identity beyond the roles of CEO, wife, and momI hope you took notes on this one! If you feel inspired by Marina’s journey, let us know! Leave a review on this episode and share your biggest takeaways with us over on our socials. I’ll see you next time. Connect with Marina:Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/marina-middleton-a6926247Website: https://www.createcultivate.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marinaamiddleton/https://www.instagram.com/createcultivate/WorkParty Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/workparty/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/workparty/id1404548949Let's Connect!Instagram @RachelleSaevilSaevil Row Branding Agency - WebsiteLinkedInSaevil Row - YoutubeWant to launch a podcast or need your podcast edited? I work with The Social Snippet https://thesocialsnippet.com, and you can get $500 off your launch or 10% off your services by using the code RACHELLE!

Returning to work after maternity leave isn’t just about going back to your desk. It’s a full-body, full-heart shift that involves saying goodbye to one season and stepping into the next. Today, I open up about what this transition has looked and felt like for me, including the intentional choices I’m making to feel more grounded in this new season of motherhood and entrepreneurship. Here’s what I unpack:00:55 - What made my second return to work feel completely different03:26 - Why returning to work is a big deal and the little things you can do to honour exactly where you’re at07:35 - Navigating childcare without family nearby and how I found the right nanny 13:47 - How I’m creating a rhythm that balances business and babies, with presence at the core17:59 - Reflections for both new and seasoned moms on honouring your personal timing and trusting this next chapterWhether you’re preparing for your first return or navigating it all over again, I hope this conversation reminds you that your experience is valid and you don’t have to choose between ambition and presence. There’s room for both. If this episode resonated with you, I’d love to hear your own return-to-work story. DM me on Instagram @rachellesaevil and let’s connect. Don’t forget to share this episode with another mom who’s navigating the same journey. Until next time!Let's Connect!Instagram @RachelleSaevilSaevil Row Branding Agency - WebsiteLinkedInSaevil Row - YoutubeWant to launch a podcast or need your podcast edited? I work with The Social Snippet https://thesocialsnippet.com, and you can get $500 off your launch or 10% off your services by using the code RACHELLE!

This week on Behind the Fold, I’m joined by the effortlessly grounded and stylish Courtney McIntosh, founder of The Inarra, a platform redefining modern motherhood through fashion, identity, and storytelling. We explore the evolution of personal style across seasons of pregnancy and postpartum, and how the process of getting dressed becomes something much deeper after motherhood.Here’s what we get into:04:16 – How postpartum depression and feeling unseen in motherhood became the catalyst for building The Inarra07:34 – The disconnect between motherhood and fashion and why Courtney believes the two can and should coexist14:37 – What it’s like to build a brand while raising kids and why Courtney believes that career and parenting can fuel one another20:04 – A refreshing take on postpartum style and how subtle shifts can help you feel like yourself again40:21 – A gentle reminder to embrace each season of motherhood and know that you'll find your way back to yourselfIf you’re in a season of rediscovery, this conversation is a warm, validating place to land. Share your thoughts on today’s episode with me over on Instagram @rachellesaevil or leave a quick review for the show. I’ll see you next time!Connect with Courtney:Website: https://theinarra.comInstagram: @courtney___mcintosh / @theinarraLet's Connect!Instagram @RachelleSaevilSaevil Row Branding Agency - WebsiteLinkedInSaevil Row - YoutubeWant to launch a podcast or need your podcast edited? I work with The Social Snippet https://thesocialsnippet.com, and you can get $500 off your launch or 10% off your services by using the code RACHELLE!

In this week’s episode, I’m reflecting on what it really means to want more while also learning to sit in the “enough-ness” of where we already are. As I ease back into work after maternity leave, I’ve been thinking about how easy it is to fall into the cycle of what’s next, from the next milestone, the next client, to the next big win, without ever stopping to acknowledge how far we’ve come.If you’re a mom, an entrepreneur, or both, this is a gentle nudge to rethink the hustle and consider the cost of constant striving. Can ambition and contentment actually live side by side? I believe they can! Here’s what I get into: • 02:08 – Why the personal development space can trick us into always needing to be "better" • 4:23 – The hidden cost of chasing success without reflection or pause • 6:47 – Goal setting through a new lens: are you still aligned with the person who created the plan? • 9:13 – Why I now view contentment and growth as partners, not oppositesThis is your permission slip to reflect instead of push, to celebrate instead of chase, and to remember: you once dreamed of exactly where you are today. I’d love it if you shared your thoughts with me! Leave a review or reach out over on Instagram @rachellesaevil. See you next time!Let's Connect!Instagram @RachelleSaevilSaevil Row Branding Agency - WebsiteLinkedInSaevil Row - YoutubeWant to launch a podcast or need your podcast edited? I work with The Social Snippet https://thesocialsnippet.com, and you can get $500 off your launch or 10% off your services by using the code RACHELLE!

Between the naps, dishes, meetings, and mayhem, there’s always a pause that holds the ideas that won’t leave us alone. Maybe it’s a recurring thought, a full-body feeling that you can’t shake, or a whisper that says “do the thing”. In today’s episode of Behind the Fold, I’m getting into what it means to power through your blockages, build up your self-trust muscles, and actually listen to those inner knowings. For most of us, that means confronting the messy middle of the idea itself vs the follow-through, where self-doubt creeps in and life gets in the way. Get ready for more on:• 2:12 - The importance of creating space in your life to receive and challenging what’s comfortable• 5:10 - Why intuitive nudges lose their voice if we keep ignoring them• 7:14 - A personal, full-circle story that started with a whisper, and the wild signs that kept pointing me toward aligned action• 10:45 - The difference between self-trust and external validation, and why self-trust builds resilience• 13:28 - How our old stories and limiting beliefs can hold us back even after years of growth.• 15:09 - Why we doubt ourselves most right before the finish line and how that resistance is actually a green lightIf you haven’t yet, please leave a rating and review. It helps more women find these conversations and reminds me that showing up (even at night, post-bedtime chaos!) is always worth it. I’d also love to hear your thoughts on this topic, so don't be afraid to keep this conversation going with me over on my Instagram @rachellesaevil. Until next time, keep showing up for yourself!Let's Connect!Instagram @RachelleSaevilSaevil Row Branding Agency - WebsiteLinkedInSaevil Row - YoutubeWant to launch a podcast or need your podcast edited? I work with The Social Snippet https://thesocialsnippet.com, and you can get $500 off your launch or 10% off your services by using the code RACHELLE!