For our 50th episode, I’m joined by Kaeppler Rissmann — a mother, community leader, and real-estate professional whose career journey embodies what it means to redefine ambition on your own terms.
From serving in the U.S. Air Force to building a successful finance career, and later reinventing herself in real estate, Kaeppler’s path is one of resilience, flexibility, and purpose. Today, she works not only with clients buying, selling, and renting homes, but also collaborates with developers on property renovations — expanding her impact and expertise in the industry.
We talk about:
How being laid off after becoming a mother became the catalyst for reinvention
Why flexibility doesn’t mean working less — but working in a way that truly fits your life
The fulfillment that comes from doing work aligned with your values
Balancing professional drive with being present for your kids
Building community through leadership — from the PA at Global School Brooklyn to supporting food drives with CHiPS
Kaeppler shares her hard-earned wisdom, grounded optimism, and practical advice for mothers navigating ambition and family. This milestone episode is a celebration of reinvention, authenticity, and showing up for others — in work and in life.
💚 Support CHiPS — a Brooklyn-based nonprofit providing meals and essential services to families in need:
https://www.chipsonline.org/donate
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