Work Wives & Real Lives

Episode 7: "The Power of Walking Away"

Ava Bodeau and Katie Nyberg Season 1 Episode 7

Sometimes the strongest move you can make—in your career, business, or life—is knowing when to say no. In this episode, Katie & Ava dive into the underrated skill of walk-away power: what it is, why it matters, and how to actually build it. Expect laughs, chaos, and a little tough love along the way. 

From weekend shenanigans to our first-ever chargeback drama, to real stories of staying too long (and finally leaving), this one’s all about boundaries, leverage, and creating space for better opportunities. 

Episode Breakdown: 

  • 0:00–0:00:31 | Intro
  • 0:00:31–0:31:27 | Weekend Recap + Katie & Ava Shenanigans
  • 0:31:27–0:45:01 | Inbox Unhinged: Our First Chargeback (for the history books)
  • 0:45:01–1:06:49 | Walk Away Power: Knowing When to Say No + Personal Stories
  • 1:06:49–1:25:00 | TV Show Recap: Unknown Number, The Summer I Turned Pretty, + Reality TV Rants


🎧 Tune in to laugh, learn, and maybe find the courage to walk away from what’s no longer serving you.