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<p><a href="https://www.kristincavallari.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Kristin Cavallari</a> is a well-known reality TV personality (think <em>Laguna Beach, The Hills, Very Cavallari</em>), but she’s also a successful entrepreneur, actress, podcast host, three-time <em>New York Times</em> best-selling author and mother. In 2017, Cavallari founded Uncommon James, a jewelry line for women. Not long afterward, she launched Uncommon Beauty, a clean skin care line, and Little James, a kids’ clothing line. She is currently serving as CEO for all three companies, which have amassed more than 1 million combined followers on Instagram, and co-hosting <em>Back to the Beach with Kristin and Stephen</em>, a <em>Laguna Beach</em> rewatch podcast.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-i-always-start-my-day-by">I always start my day by…</h2>



<p>stretching in bed for a few minutes, then drinking water before I make a latte, if I’m up before my kids. Or, I wake up to my kids coming downstairs and start my day with big hugs for all three of them.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">I feel most inspired when…</h2>



<p>I have something else going on in my life to pull from (for example, a girls trip, my <em>Laguna Beach</em> rewatch podcast, etc.).</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A podcast that changed my outlook was…</h2>



<p>I actually don’t listen to any podcasts!</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">To get out of a creative rut I…</h2>



<p>like traveling if possible, or I take a mental break from work for a few days, then go on Pinterest to look at fashion photoshoots.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">I try to surround myself with people who…</h2>



<p>are loyal, grounded and <a href="https://successcom.wpenginepowered.com/change-is-growth-3-tips-for-embracing-new-opportunities/">trying to continuously evolve</a>. I love a good sense of humor and fun as well.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">My favorite comfort food is…</h2>



<p>pasta! I also love croissants and sourdough bread. Carbs all the way.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">I stay balanced by…</h2>



<p>working out, <a href="https://successcom.wpenginepowered.com/how-i-use-my-journal-to-change-my-mindset/">writing in a journal</a> and meditating.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The biggest challenge I’ve ever faced is…</h2>



<p>having the strength to <a href="https://www.verywellmind.com/throwing-the-towel-in-marriage-2300478" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">walk away from my marriage</a>.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Something people don’t know about me is…</h2>



<p>I’m a homebody and <a href="https://successcom.wpenginepowered.com/how-to-find-solitude/">need alone time</a> to recharge my batteries.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A book everyone should read is…</h2>



<p><em>The Four Agreements.</em></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Being a female CEO is…</h2>



<p>a dream come true. Having complete creative freedom to do whatever I want is the absolute best. But with being a CEO also comes a lot of pressure and weight to carry. But I love a challenge.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">I look up to…</h2>



<p>any woman trying to do it all.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">One thing that motivates me is…</h2>



<p>my kids. They push me to be <a href="https://successcom.wpenginepowered.com/what-it-really-means-to-be-your-best-self-3-tips-for-finding-positive-direction/">the best version of myself</a>.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">I want people to know me for…</h2>



<p><a href="https://www.lifehack.org/articles/communication/10-reasons-true-yourself.html">always staying true to myself</a> and hopefully inspiring people to go after what they want.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">In 10 years, I hope to…</h2>



<p>still be doing exactly what I’m doing: My kids being my priority and also fueling my creative outlet through Uncommon James. I’ve gotten to a really great place of <a href="https://successcom.wpenginepowered.com/11-ways-to-achieve-work-life-integration/">work-life balance</a>, so I hope to continue that.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">I define success as…</h2>



<p>inner peace and happiness.&nbsp;</p>



<p><em>This article originally appeared in the <a href="https://store.success.com/by-media/success-magazine-nov-dec-2022-sophia-bush-and-nia-batts.html">November/December 2022 </a>issue of </em>SUCCESS<em> magazine. Photos by&nbsp;©Dennis Leupold; Courtesy Dear Media</em></p>

Being a female CEO is a dream come true. Having complete creative freedom to do whatever I want is the absolute best.

Being a female CEO is a dream come true. Having complete creative freedom to do whatever I want is the absolute best. | SUCCESS

My Way: Kristin Cavallari on Work-Life Balance and Finding Inspiration

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My Way: Kristin Cavallari on Work-Life Balance and Finding Inspiration