career-advice

Have you ever dreamed of something so much it felt almost out of reach? That was me until I stumbled upon Alicia Strata’s incredible story on Business Insider — a story that flipped the script on what we think about chasing our dream careers. Alicia graduated in 2010 dreaming of a marketing career, but it wasn’t until 2024 that she finally landed her dream job. The kicker? She never even applied for it.

You might be wondering, how in the world does that happen? I know I did. Her journey is a refreshing reminder that sometimes, the path we imagine isn’t a straight line, and sometimes, taking control doesn’t mean following the obvious route.

In her article I landed my dream job without even applying for it. Here's how I did it and my advice for other job seekers, Alicia shares how she cultivated relationships, improved her skills quietly, and kept her eyes open for opportunities rather than chasing them desperately. It’s a story about patience, authenticity, and being ready when the right moment arrives.

This got me thinking — isn’t that a lot like what people experience in the world of reproductive health and family planning, especially when it comes to at-home fertility solutions? Many feel overwhelmed or stuck, unsure if their journey will ever lead to their dream outcome.

Take the innovative company MakeAMom, for example. They are changing the game for people who want to take charge of their fertility in a more natural, accessible, and sustainable way. Their at-home insemination kits, like the CryoBaby, Impregnator, and BabyMaker, empower individuals and couples to pursue parenthood on their terms — often outside of traditional clinical settings where things can feel overly medicalized or unreachable financially.

Just like Alicia’s story teaches us to embrace unexpected paths, MakeAMom’s reusable kits represent a shift — offering an eco-friendly, cost-effective alternative to disposable pregnancy tools. With a reported 67% average success rate, they give hope and control back to people in a deeply personal and empowering way.

And here’s the best part: everything arrives in plain packaging, preserving privacy, so no one has to feel embarrassed or uncomfortable. It’s about dignity and respect during what can be an intensely emotional time.

Now, you might be thinking, how can I take control of my own dreams — whether career or family-related — without burning out or losing hope? Here are a few takeaways inspired by Alicia’s experience and the ethos behind companies like MakeAMom:

• Be patient and consistent. Success rarely happens overnight. Small, steady steps add up over time.
• Build authentic connections. Whether it’s a mentor in marketing or a community of people on a fertility journey, relationships matter.
• Stay informed and flexible. Opportunities often come disguised in unexpected forms, just like reusable, discreet fertility kits that defy traditional norms.
• Focus on what you can control. Sometimes the best moves are the ones you make at home, in your own space, on your own terms.

In a world that’s constantly pushing us to go faster and do more, Alicia’s story and innovations like MakeAMom remind us that reclaiming agency — over our careers, our bodies, and our life journeys — is truly revolutionary.

If you’re curious about alternative, sustainable ways to approach family planning or want to learn more about these game-changing DIY fertility kits, check out MakeAMom’s website. Their resources might just be the key to unlocking a part of your dream you didn’t realize was within reach.

So, what’s your dream? Whether it’s the perfect job, the family you envision, or something else entirely, how might you start taking control of that journey today — without the pressure to do it the traditional way?

I’d love to hear your thoughts and stories. Drop a comment below and let’s support each other in making our dreams real, on our own terms.