episode 209 the cost of ignoring burnout & how cathryn howland rebuilt her calendar, energy & family life in a few intentional months

The Cost of Ignoring Burnout & How Cathryn Howland Rebuilt Her Calendar, Energy & Family Life in a Few Intentional Months

Timestamp Summary

0:00 – 2:25 – Cathryn shares why she reached out for coaching and the challenge of feeling scattered despite career success.
2:26 – 5:20 – The first mindset and system shifts that brought immediate clarity.
5:21 – 9:45 – How small daily changes fueled bigger business growth.
9:46 – 14:05 – The ripple effects of stronger boundaries and focus.
14:06 – 18:40 – Strengthening her marriage and family connections.
18:41 – 21:50 – The results of Q1 2025 — business doubling, outreach tripling.
21:51 – End – Cathryn’s advice to anyone on the fence about investing in themselves.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

  • How Cathryn shifted from reactive to proactive in her business and home life
  • The two key areas of focus that unlocked her best quarter ever
  • Why investing in yourself is the fastest way to create lasting change
  • How strong boundaries can lead to more success, not less

Why presence is the ultimate productivity booster

How Realtor & Mom of Two, Cathryn Howland, Transformed Her Business, Marriage, and Energy

In this episode of the Dream It Do It podcast, I sit down with my past client and friend, Cathryn Howland, a successful Realtor and busy mom of two, who shares her powerful story of going from scattered and reactive to focused, energized, and truly present in all areas of her life.

Cathryn’s transformation wasn’t about doing more — it was about creating the right systems, clarity, and rhythms so she could do the right things well. In our conversation, she opens up about the business results she’s achieved, the shifts she’s made in her personal life, and the deeper fulfillment she’s experiencing as a result.

Why Cathryn Reached Out for Coaching

When Cathryn and I first started working together in High Performance Coaching, she was juggling her thriving real estate business, raising two young kids, and managing the demands of home life and community involvement.

On paper, she was doing it all — but inside, she felt scattered, reactive, and overextended. She described feeling like she was “constantly catching up” and never truly present at work or at home.

The Breakthrough: Creating Clarity and Systems

From our very first sessions, it became clear that Cathryn didn’t need to hustle harder — she needed structure and clarity. We worked together to:

  • Clarify her top priorities so she could filter decisions and protect her time
  • Build a repeatable daily rhythm that fueled her energy instead of draining it
  • Establish clear boundaries so she could fully unplug and be present with her family
  • Focus on high-value outreach activities that moved the needle in her business

The Results: Business Growth, Stronger Relationships, More Energy

Cathryn’s results speak for themselves:

“Working with Molly has been life-changing… and I don’t think I’ve ever said that about a coaching program I’ve been through.”

In Q1 of 2025, she is on track to nearly double her best year yet, and her outreach has tripled. Her business results are up, but so is her personal joy:

  • Her marriage is stronger than it’s been since before having kids
  • She’s ending her days with presence, not anxiety
  • She’s taking intentional time off during the week without guilt
  • She’s enjoying evenings, weekends, and family time more than ever

Why Presence Matters Just as Much as Performance

Cathryn’s story is a reminder that real success isn’t just about hitting bigger numbers — it’s about feeling aligned, connected, and in control of your time. For her, the shift in energy and focus has impacted every area of her life.

As she says in the episode:

“My marriage hasn’t been this strong since before we started our family five years ago. I’m ending my days with presence — evenings, weekends, even taking time off during the week — without anxiety about it.”

Work With Me

If you’ve been craving the kind of clear direction, confidence, and life alignment Cathryn describes, we’re doing exactly this work inside the Corporate Achiever Small Group Coaching Experience.

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About Molly

Molly is a wife, mother of three, and a certified high-performance coach, dedicated to helping others build successful careers while also prioritizing life and their own well-being. After stepping away from a corporate finance career, she found fulfillment in crafting a life and business that truly inspired her.

Passionate about sharing her journey, Molly empowers others to achieve their dreams by fostering intentional habits, smart time management, and engaging in meaningful work. Through her podcast, Dream It Do It, she encourages her audience to dream big, take strategic & courageous action, and create a life they love.