Episode 13

13. My Bestie Interviews Me & The Importance of Friendship in Your Self-Development Journey

Published on: 6th June, 2023

On this week’s episode of Confidence Counsel, I am flipping the mic and having my best friend, Katie Mack, join the show to interview me!  Katie asks me all about how I grew up, my journey to becoming an attorney, how I met my husband, what led to my spiritual awakening/personal development journey, why I started the podcast, my goals for the future and so much more.  We also dive into the importance of FRIENDSHIP and surrounding yourself with a tribe of people who support you, grow with you, and cheer you on. This is as real and unscripted as it gets with a lot of funny stories along the way. 

  • 02:05 Katie introduces herself and provides overview of interview
  • 03:40 The early years
  • 10:30 How our friendship started
  • 13:30 A memory of where my leadership qualities began to emerge
  • 15:30 The embarassing story behind why I pursued a career in law
  • 23:30 How I met my husband
  • 29:30 Imposter syndrome in law school
  • 33:00 I describe how I manifested my career
  • 40:05 The transition into motherhood
  • 42:15 How my spiritual/personal development journey began
  • 45:20 Personal and professional goals and dreams
  • 53:45 What has surprised me about myself recently
  • 59:00 I describe my biggest influence
  • 1:00:00 The importance of friendship
  • 1:04:15 How I maintain friendships during this season of life
  • 1:07:00 Where to find your tribe

Motherhood Poem Book mentioned: My Afterall by Jessica Urlichs

Connect with Monica

IG: @confidence.counsel

Website: www.monicaburkoth.com

Email: confidencecounselpodcast@gmail.com

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Confidence Counsel
Embrace your most authentic self and take bold action toward your dream life!
This show is designed for ambitious women, who despite having a great life, just KNOW that they’re destined for more. Whether you aren’t sure what that next level is- or you have an idea, but the vision feels out of reach- this podcast is for you!

Each week Monica Burkoth, a successful trial lawyer, mom, life coach and wife, will lead honest and inspiring conversations with experts, entrepreneurs, authors and spiritual teachers on topics such as personal development, career, mindfulness, spirituality, health, family, and more. This show will provide you with actionable steps to help you feel more confident, motivated and inspired to embrace your authentic self, get out of your comfort zone, and take bold action toward your dream life.

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Monica Burkoth

Monica Burkoth is a successful trial attorney who lives in Chicago with her husband and two children. For the past ten years, Monica has dedicated her professional career to the law. For years, she has been been recognized by multiple publications as an "Emerging Lawyer" , "Rising Star" and "One to Watch". In 2022, Monica was named one of the top forty attorneys under the age of 40, a very prestigious recognition among the legal community.

After becoming a mom in 2020, Monica became inspired to find a way to channel her career success into life success. In addition to working full-time as a trial lawyer and being a mom of a 2 and 1 year old, Monica founded this podcast as a way to connect, inspire and motivate other women to live their best lives. This podcast combines Monica's passions for storytelling, self development, modern spirituality and female empowerment.