78. Ink & Insight: Author and Writing Coach, Mary Adkins, Shares Her Creative Framework for Writing Novels and Thriving as a Mompreneur

In this episode of The Good Enough Mompreneur Podcast, we sit down with the dynamic co-founder of The Rainmaker Family, Chelsey Diaz. Ranked #148 on the prestigious Inc 5000 list, Chelsey is not only a business maven but also a devoted advocate for empowering entrepreneurial moms.

Here are a few key highlights from our conversation:

- Creating a Dream Week:  Chelsey shares insights on how to create a dream week to kick mom guilt to the curb, allowing moms to prioritize both their business and family life.

- Outsourcing Home Life Tasks: Learn how to outsource your laundry and other home life tasks to free up more time for your business and family.

- Generosity and Breaking the Power of Money: Learn how to be generous and break the power of money, ensuring that it doesn't dictate your decisions.

- Kindness to Your Mind: Chelsey shares tips on how to be kind to your mind and reduce the end-of-day mental frazzle for moms.

-Strategies for Self-Care:  Learn how Chelsey proactively transitions from business to mom and schedules special time for her and family to fuel her week.

Chelsey's insights on achieving time freedom, financial abundance, and breaking free from mom guilt are truly inspiring. Be sure to put at least one topic of our conversation into action and connect with us to share! 

Connection with Chelsey:
🌐 ChelseyDiaz.com

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Welcome to a very special episode of The Good Enough Mompreneur Podcast! We've hit a significant milestone - our 100th episode! Join us as we celebrate this journey, reflect on memorable moments, and dive into the growth of mompreneurship.

Why You Should Listen:

1. Reflections on Growth: I take a trip down memory lane, exploring how the podcast has evolved and grown along with our community of mompreneurs.
2. Top 10 Episodes: Discover the episodes that resonated most with our listeners and why they're a must-listen for any mompreneur looking to thrive in business and motherhood.
3. The Ultimate Lessons Learned: Unveiling a powerful resource to help mompreneurs navigate the challenges of juggling motherhood and business - our free guide on the "Top 10 Mompreneur Mistakes to Avoid!"
4. Surprise Announcements: Stay tuned for exciting announcements, special guests, and future plans for the podcast as we continue to support and uplift mompreneurs worldwide.

Join us as we celebrate this milestone and look forward to the next chapter of empowering mompreneurs to achieve their dreams!

Resources Mentioned:
📩 Top 10 Mompreneur Mistakes to Avoid
⏲️Time Audit
🎙️The Cathy Heller Podcast
Interview with Carmen Turner-Schott
Feedspot's list of best mompreneur podcasts of 2024
Player FM's list of best mompreneur podcasts
Feedspot's 30 mompreneur YouTube Channel's to follow in 2024

Let's Hang out! Connect with me on social!
Instagram: @angela.masciulli
YouTube: @mombusinesscoach
Facebook: @mombusinesscoach
Pinterest:  @mombusinesscoach
Email: hello@mombusinesscoach.com
Website: mombusinesscoach.com

For more resources and support on your mompreneur journey:
📋Enroll in my FREE mini-course - 5 Keys to Confidence
🔗 Website: https://mombusinesscoach.com/
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Join us on The Good Enough Mompreneur Podcast as I sit down with Jade Elsberry, a Virtual Assistant Coach and podcast host dedicated to helping women unlock their full potential and transition from their 9-5 jobs to successful online businesses while providing for their families.

Episode Highlights:
- Jade shares her journey and passion for helping women transition from 9-5 jobs to successful online businesses.
- The importance of mindset, with at least 50% of success coming from having the right mindset.
- Jade's approach to sales, emphasizing the need to focus on genuinely helping people.
- Tips on content creation, including understanding and engaging with ideal clients to create effective content.
- Jade's advice and guidance for aspiring mompreneurs looking to start or grow their online businesses.

Thank you for joining us on this inspiring and helpful episode to aspiring mompreneurs and virtual assistants. Jade's insights offer a roadmap for mompreneurs to start and grow their businesses while balancing family life.

Connect with Jade:
Join Jade's Facebook Group
🎙️Rebel Energy Podcast

For more resources and support on your mompreneur journey:
📋Enroll in my FREE mini-course - 5 Keys to Confidence
🔗 Website: https://mombusinesscoach.com/
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In this episode of The Good Enough Mompreneur Podcast, we explore the profound influence of mindset on confidence. We discuss the differences between a growth mindset, which believes in the ability to improve through effort, and a fixed mindset, which sees abilities as static. Discover how cultivating a growth mindset can boost your confidence and empower you as a mompreneur.

Episode Highlights:

• Understanding Growth vs. Fixed Mindset: Learn the defining characteristics of each mindset and how they influence confidence.
• Impact on Confidence: Discover how a growth mindset enhances confidence, while a fixed mindset can limit it.
• Identifying Fixed Mindset Traits: Explore common fixed mindset beliefs and how they manifest in daily life.
• Strategies for Cultivating a Growth Mindset:  Gain practical tips for developing a growth mindset and challenging fixed mindset beliefs.

Resources Mentioned:
- Thinking Pro article on Carol Dweck's book "Mindset: The New Psychology of Success" 
- Enroll in my free online course 5 Keys to Confidence

📩 Download your FREE powerful affirmation cards for women!

Remember, changing your mindset takes time and practice. Be patient with yourself as you work towards developing a growth mindset.  Surround yourself with supportive and positive influences that encourage your growth and development.

Thank you for listening!

For more resources and support on your mompreneur journey:
📋Enroll in my FREE mini-course - 5 Keys to Confidence
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In this episode, we sit down with Michelle Labrosse, Founder and CEO of Cheetah Learning and a pioneer in project management. Michelle shares her insights on achieving your goals Cheetah fast, the impact of habits on project delays, and her journey from Aerospace Engineer to CEO. Learn practical tips to master project management and boost your business growth.  We also dive into our impressions of Taylor Swift's project management and entrepreneurial expertise.

Episode Highlights:

• The secrets behind reaching your goals Cheetah fast.
• How your habits might be causing project delays, and how to overcome them.
• How to find focus when you have multiple ideas and projects.
• Practical tips to master project management and boost your business growth.
• How to identify those projects worth pursuing.

Connect with Michelle: 

• 📋Take Michelle's Project Management Quiz and get her guide!
• 🐆Visit Cheetah Learning's website here.
• Follow Michelle Labrosse on Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn.

🥳Don't miss The Good Enough Mompreneur Podcast's 100th episode celebration the week of March 12, 2024! Join my list so you don't miss the giveaways, special guests, merch and more! 

For more resources and support on your mompreneur journey:
📋Enroll in my FREE mini-course - 5 Keys to Confidence
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Welcome to The Good Enough Mompreneur Podcast, where we delve into topics that matter most to women and moms. Today, we're diving deep into the complex issue of self-confidence, particularly focusing on why women and moms often struggle with it and how they can rewrite their confidence narratives.

Episode Highlights:

Unique Challenges for Women and Moms: Women, on average, tend to be less confident than men, and this gap widens for moms juggling various roles. The pressure to be the "perfect mom" can significantly impact their confidence levels.

Societal Expectations: Throughout history, women and moms have faced gender stereotypes that encourage them to be reserved and accommodating. These expectations can limit their willingness to assert themselves and pursue their goals confidently.

Becoming Curious About Self-Doubt: One key step in rewriting your confidence story is to become curious about the root causes of your self-doubt. By understanding these causes, you can start to address and overcome them.

Causes of Self-Doubt: Self-doubt often begins at a young age, influenced by societal expectations and experiences, as well as social media. By recognizing these early influences, women and moms can work to challenge and change them.

Reclaiming and Cultivating Confidence:  It's essential for women and moms to be intentional about reclaiming and cultivating their confidence. This involves recognizing their strengths, setting goals, and taking steps to overcome self-doubt.

Thank you for tuning in to this episode connect with at MomBusinessCoach.com and join our 100th podcast episode celebration beginning March 12, 2024!

Resources Mentioned:
The Confidence Gap, The Atlantic (May 2014)
Why Are We Still Telling Women They Lack Confidence?, Forbes (Feb. 19, 2023)
Girls' Confidence Has Plummeted, New Study Shows, Ed Week (Nov. 2, 2023)
8 Examples of Low Self-Esteem and What to Do, PsychCentral (Aug. 8, 2021)

For more resources and support on your mompreneur journey:
📋Enroll in my FREE mini-course - 5 Keys to Confidence
🔗 Website: https://mombusinesscoach.com/
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In today's episode of The Good Enough Mompreneur Podcast, we sit down with Leeanna Gantt, the innovative mind behind Tooktake, a groundbreaking solution reshaping the way we manage daily medications and supplements. Featured on CBS NY, Brit + Co, and NBC Miami, Leeanna shares her entrepreneurial journey and invaluable insights for fellow mompreneurs.

Key Discussion Points:

1. From Idea to Innovation: Leeanna takes us on her journey from conceptualizing Tooktake to bringing it to life, discussing the challenges and triumphs she encountered along the way.

2. Navigating Entrepreneurship: Learn from Leeanna's firsthand experience as she shares practical advice and tips for fellow entrepreneurs on pursuing their ideas and starting their own businesses.

3. Balancing Business and Family Life: As a mompreneur, Leeanna offers candid insights into juggling the demands of running a business while prioritizing family time and self-care.

4. Productivity and Efficiency: Discover productivity hacks and strategies to optimize your workflow and make the most of your time as an entrepreneur and parent.

5. Email Management and Office Optimization: Leeanna shares her tips for effective email management and creating an optimal workspace environment conducive to productivity and creativity.

Thank you for joining us for another inspiring episode of The Good Enough Mompreneur Podcast. Be sure to subscribe for more empowering conversations with resilient mompreneurs like Leeanna Gantt. Remember, you are more than enough, and your journey is worth celebrating. Until next time, keep striving, keep thriving!

Connect with Leeanna:
🌐https://tooktake.com/
On Instagram: @tooktake
On Facebook: @tooktake

For more resources and support on your mompreneur journey:
📋Enroll in my FREE mini-course - 5 Keys to Confidence
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Welcome to another exciting episode of The Good Enough Mompreneur Podcast! In today's episode, we sit down with the incredible Eudania Burrell, a New York native, mother, and successful real estate investor and coach. Get ready for an inspiring conversation filled with laughs, insights, and practical tips for navigating the world of mom entrepreneurship.

Key takeaways:

1. Real Talk with a Mompreneur: Join us as we chat with Eudania Burrell, a New York native and mompreneur extraordinaire, about her journey from Homeland Security to real estate success. Get ready for some honest conversation and plenty of laughs!
2. Inspiring Resilience: Eudania's story is proof that even in the face of adversity, it's possible to rise above and thrive. Learn how she navigated pandemic setbacks and turned them into opportunities for growth and success.
3. Practical Tips for Balancing it All: As a mom, sister, and business owner, Eudania knows a thing or two about juggling multiple hats. Tune in for her top tips on managing motherhood, entrepreneurship, and self-care without losing your sanity.
4. Insider Secrets to Real Estate Investing: Curious about dipping your toes into the world of real estate? Eudania shares her insights, from getting started to navigating challenges and building a thriving business in the industry.
5. Empowerment and Encouragement: Whether you're a seasoned mompreneur or just starting out on your journey, this episode is packed with inspiration and encouragement to remind you that you're not alone. Get ready to feel motivated and empowered to chase your dreams – imperfectly, but boldly!

We hope you enjoyed our chat with Eudania Burrell as much as we did. Remember, mama, imperfection is not just okay – it's beautiful. Keep hustling, keep dreaming, and keep embracing the messy, marvelous journey of mom entrepreneurship. Until next time, take care and keep being your amazing self!

Connect with Eudania:
On Insta: @connectedinvestors
On LinkedIn: @connected-investors
On Facebook: @connectedinvestors

For more resources and support on your mompreneur journey:
📋Enroll in my FREE mini-course - 5 Keys to Confidence
🔗 Website: https://mombusinesscoach.com/
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Welcome to a solo episode of The Good Enough Mompreneur Podcast, where we dive deep into topics that matter most to mom entrepreneurs. In today's episode, I'm tackling the pervasive myths that undermine confidence in female and mom founders. Get ready to shatter those barriers and step boldly into your power!

Key Takeaways:

1. Truth: Embrace Your Unique Shine: Your brilliance adds value to the world and sets you apart. Recognize that your unique experiences and skills make you an invaluable asset in your field.
2. Myth: Fear of Outshining Others: Release the notion that shining brightly diminishes others' light. Instead, understand that when you shine, you inspire and empower others to do the same, creating a brighter collective glow.
3. Truth: Celebrate Your Achievements: Stop comparing yourself to others and focus on your own journey. Recognize and celebrate your accomplishments, no matter how small they may seem, as they are significant steps on your path to success.
4. Myth: Need for Constant Perfection: Understand that perfection is unattainable and often stifles growth. Embrace imperfection as part of the journey, allowing yourself the freedom to make mistakes and learn from them.
5. Truth: Trust Your Voice: Your perspective and opinions are valuable contributions to any discussion or endeavor. Don't hold back from speaking up and sharing your ideas, as they may lead to innovative solutions and insights.

What myth or myths resonate with you the most?  I've had to overcome almost all of these myths so I totally get it, but awareness is the first step to rewriting your confidence story! I hope this episode helped boost your confidence.

Check out my previous episode on confidence myths: How to Crush 10 Common Confidence Myths for More Empowerment

📩 Download my complete checklist of 20 Sneaky Confidence Myths Holding You Back!

Connect with me!
mombusinesscoach.com

For more resources and support on your mompreneur journey:
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In this episode of The Good Enough Mompreneur Podcast, join us as we embark on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment with our special guest, Emily Gorrie. Emily, the voice behind Project: Mom, shares her personal journey of navigating motherhood and entrepreneurship, offering invaluable insights and practical tips along the way.

Highlights of the conversation include:

• Overcoming the guilt of pursuing passions outside of motherhood, especially with the impending arrival of baby #2.
• The importance of finding supportive communities that uplift and empower mompreneurs.
• Discovering the transformative power of taking action, no matter how small the steps may seem.
• Insights into the benefits of outsourcing tasks to streamline the mompreneur journey and focus on what truly matters.
• Realizing that as a mompreneur, you're not alone on this journey, and there's strength in embracing imperfection and vulnerability.

Tune in to gain inspiration, practical wisdom, and the reassurance that you're enough, just as you are, on your mompreneurial journey.

Connect with Emily:
🎙️Project: Mom Podcast
🎧 Listen to my Interview on Project: Mom Podcast

For more resources and support on your mompreneur journey:
📋Enroll in my FREE mini-course - 5 Keys to Confidence
🔗 Website: https://mombusinesscoach.com/
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