Swearing By It
Two women, unfiltered insights into business and life, that we swear by, plus the occasional F-bomb.
Hosted by Audrina Blackburn and Sydney de Arenas Sherman, female founders and passionate business mentors, Swearing By It brings you into the unfiltered conversation of what it really takes to build a business while balancing the demands of family life.
Expect raw, insightful conversations from two accomplished entrepreneurs who know exactly what you’re going through—and can confidently say, “No one has it all figured out.” From tough lessons and big wins to the WTF moments in between, we share real experiences, professional guidance, and the kind of advice we swear by—because it doesn’t just sound good, it actually works.
Whether you're launching, scaling, or just trying to find sanity in the madness, this podcast is your go-to for real talk, practical strategies, and the motivation to keep going.
If you’re looking for a space where you can feel seen, supported, and pushed to achieve more—welcome. We’re in this together. Subscribe to stay up to date, we release new episodes every week.
Swearing By It
Work From Home vs Office Life: What Really Drives Growth
Is working from home the dream, or a disaster for your career? In this episode of Swearing By It, Sydney and Audrina get real about the messy truth of entrepreneurship, work-life balance, and what you actually gain or lose depending on where you work.
From recovering while sick to showing up anyway, this conversation dives straight into the realities of building a business while navigating the ongoing debate: remote work versus office life. Sydney and Audrina share their raw perspectives on productivity, growth, and connection, whether you’re just starting your career, running multiple businesses, or balancing family and leadership. Expect unfiltered takes, behind-the-scenes stories, and practical insights that challenge the way you think about where and how you work.
In This Conversation, You’ll Hear:
- Why working from home can both help and hurt your career
- The benefits of being in the room versus learning remotely
- How environment impacts confidence, growth, and leadership
- Why work-life balance is more complicated than it sounds
- Real stories about showing up in business even on tough days
For more unfiltered conversations about entrepreneurship, work-life balance, and the messy reality of building a business, follow Swearing By It so you never miss an episode. Got your own take on remote vs office life? DM us on Instagram or connect on LinkedIn, we’d love to hear it.
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