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The Ripple Effect of Doing Less on Purpose with Gabs Hayes, Founder, Overwhelmed & Over It
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What if the most powerful thing a leader can do… is less?
In this heartfelt conversation, host Natalie Benamou welcomes Gabs Hayes, the Founder of Overwhelmed & Over It, for an honest and empowering discussion about what it really means to slow down—and why it matters more than ever.
Natalie and Gabs first met through Entreprenista, and it was immediately clear that Gabs was building something deeply needed: a space where parents, especially mothers, could show up without pressure, find support without judgment, and stop doing it all alone.
Gabs shares her personal story of shifting from a corporate career to entrepreneurship, and how the loss of her son changed her outlook on life and leadership. What followed was not just a pivot—but a complete reframing of success, balance, and what’s actually sustainable.
She now leads The Village, a community designed for parents building businesses while raising families, offering connection, mentorship, and room to be fully human.
This episode explores:
- How slowing down can lead to more clarity and purpose
- The emotional toll of “doing it all”—and how to let go of that mindset
- Creating daily rituals to protect your energy and reclaim your time
- What it means to model emotional health for the next generation
- Why honest conversations in community create lasting change
Key Takeaways:
- You don’t have to wait for burnout to start protecting your peace.
- Doing less is not a weakness—it’s a powerful strategy.
- Creating space for rest, boundaries, and connection creates ripple effects in your family, business, and community.
“The journey is the celebration. We don’t have to wait for the outcome to be proud of ourselves.” – Gabs Hayes
Gabs’s message is clear: We don’t have to carry it all by ourselves.
🔗 Learn more about Gabs and The Village: gabshayes.com/thevillage
About Gabs Hayes
Gabs Hayes is a mentor for parent entrepreneurs, helping them build focused, burnout-free businesses. After losing her son, she redefined success around time, family, and purpose. Now she leads Overwhelmed & Over It, a village for founders who refuse to choose between raising kids and building a business.
Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you.
Connect with Natalie Benamou, founder of HerCsuite®, the Portfolio Company for Executive Women, and host of Women Leaders on the Move—a Top 25 Women's Leadership podcast by Feedspot. She helps women in the second half of their careers navigate board service, portfolio careers, entrepreneurship, and leadership transitions. Work with Natalie as a strategic advisor or fractional Chief Growth Officer. She also serves as President of HER HEALTHX, a nonprofit advancing women’s health outcomes.
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