A Day in the Life of Lake County, Illinois Treasurer Holly Kim
With Special Guest: Holly Kim
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This week on BACON BITS with Master Happiness, we were joined by the inspiring and multifaceted Holly Kim, the Treasurer of Lake County. This episode was more than just the usual deep-dive into work-life balance—Holly brought a refreshing and relatable approach to managing life’s chaos, all while tying it back to the BACON acronym. From tackling property taxes and modernizing government processes to raising chickens and growing a thriving garden, Holly has mastered blending work and personal life in a way that’s both impressive and achievable. Here’s your quick summary of the show and why you absolutely need to listen to this episode.
Breaking Down BACON
The episode focused on how the principles of BACON translate into genuine balance and happiness in life and work. Here’s what it means:
B - Boundaries: Holly highlighted the importance of setting clear boundaries. By treating family time as a meeting in her schedule, she ensures work doesn’t entirely take over her life. It’s a simple yet effective way to protect what's most important.
A - Asking for Help: Whether it’s stuffing envelopes for a campaign or organizing the day-to-day at work, Holly doesn’t shy away from asking for assistance. She emphasized that no one can do it all alone and that even the most independent among us thrive through collaboration.
C - Chickens and Chill: Yes, chickens brought Holly into politics! She spoke about how they’re a metaphor for finding joy in the little things. We also got a glimpse into her love for gardening, canning, and even raising a pet pygmy goat named Tanya. Her hobbies aren't just relaxing; they’re a reminder to slow down and savor life.
O - Organize Like a Pro: Holly is a master at managing her time. From teaching newly elected officials about effective scheduling to blending her civic duties with her creative outlets, she keeps everything in precise balance. Her advice? Take charge of your calendar, so your commitments don’t take charge of you.
N - Nurture Yourself: Holly’s mantra is all about living life authentically. Whether it’s fishing by the lake or even taking a “mental health day” to recharge, she knows how crucial it is to nurture her mind and body to keep giving her best to others.
Why You Should Listen
This episode is a colorful mix of humor, wisdom, and heartfelt advice. Holly’s honesty about blending career demands with self-care isn’t just motivating—it’s deeply relatable. Hearing how her admiration for community and sustainability has shaped both her career and personal life is a refreshing reminder that we can all make a difference, no matter where we start. Along the way, you’ll laugh, reflect, and probably get some backyard chicken-raising tips if that’s your thing!
Most importantly, Holly reminds us that every vote counts and encourages regular people to consider running for office. With passion and authenticity, we can all contribute to meaningful change.
Want to hear more? Catch this episode on BACON BITS with Master Happiness wherever you listen to podcasts. Don't forget to check out Holly’s social media pages for more insight into her life as a public servant, homesteader, and all-around amazing human being. Until next time, keep on sizzling!
Finding Balance with BACON
To learn more about Finding Balance with BACON and A Day in the Life of Lake County, Illinois Treasurer Holly Kim go to: www.MasterHappiness.com/live or “Bacon Bits with Master Happiness” on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Amazon Music, Audible, iHeart Radio or wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts.
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Marty Jalove of Master Happiness is a Company Coach, Business Consultant, and Marketing Strategist that helps small businesses, teams, and individuals find focus, feel fulfilled, and have fun. Master Happiness stresses the importance of realistic goal setting, empowerment, and accountability in order to encourage employee engagement and retention. The winning concentration is simple: Happy Employees attract Happy Customers and Happy Customers come back with Friends.
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