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There’s the work we get paid for—and then there’s everything else. The unseen labor of running households, remembering appointments, managing school schedules, planning meals, organizing childcare, and holding the invisible threads that keep life functioning. It’s called the mental load, and for women—especially working women—it’s often the job that never ends. At Thrive, our community […]
How saying “no” more often leads to more energy, creativity, and connection — at work and at home. Invitation: what if busyness is the problem, not the goal? We often lionize the person with the jam-packed schedule, the back-to-back meetings, the 80-hour workweek. But if you lean into that ideal, you risk burning out your […]

We live in a world that celebrates the big reveal—the product launch, the viral moment, the “overnight success.” But behind every splashy headline is a quiet, consistent pattern: small, intentional moves that compound over time. For founders, creatives, and community builders, growth rarely happens in one sweeping leap. It happens through daily rhythms, thoughtful systems, […]

At Thrive, we’ve always believed that community is about more than shared workspaces. It’s about people bringing their full selves — their stories, their creativity, their ideas — to the table. That’s why we’re thrilled to share that our founder, Lynne King Smith, and our community manager, Braelyn Brown, have launched a brand-new podcast: Everything […]

Entrepreneurship can feel exhilarating, but let’s be honest – it can also feel isolating. You’re juggling decisions, wearing a dozen hats, and pushing forward through uncertainty. Even with a strong family or team behind you, the unique weight of leading a business can sometimes feel like it rests squarely on your shoulders. That’s where community […]

Remote work is no longer a trend – it’s the way many of us live and work every single day. But here’s the catch: just because you can work from anywhere doesn’t mean you’ve figured out how to do it without burning out, feeling isolated, or blurring every line between work and life. At Thrive, […]

Member Introduction Can you introduce yourself and tell us a bit about your background and what you do? Hi! I’m Jaci North — CPA, Fractional CFO, and the founder of The Peak CFO, where we help aesthetic and wellness entrepreneurs take charge of their finances, increase profits, and build businesses that actually support the life they want […]

Summer’s great… until it isn’t. Don’t get us wrong — the pool days, popsicles, and lack of a strict schedule are wonderful. But if you’re a working mom, summer can also mean juggling Zoom calls with “Mom, I’m hungry” on repeat, rearranging your workday to fit camp pick-ups, and silently wondering if you’ll ever drink […]
