The Mom Shuffle

We kickoff Season 2 of the podcast by venturing to North Pole, Alaska to visit with Heather Campbell of Glory Nutrition on the first stop our 50 States of Shuffle! We're talking about managing family mealtime and kicking frustration to the curb. Heather also educates us about the current challenges with food insecurity facing military families and how those can be exacerbated by their unique circumstances.

From hobby writer to self-taught email marketing expert, Ashley DeLuca of Ashley K DeLuca Consulting joins up for Episode 22 of the podcast. We are talking about leverage our natural talents, relentlessly pursuing knowledge - shout out to our local libraries! - and building authentic and engaging customer relationships using a medium where business owners don't have to constantly battle the algorithm. We're going to get you thinking about the way you're working your email strategy.

Becky Warriner of The Alchemy Salon joins us on Episode 21 of the podcast to talk about her years of experience working in the salon industry and what it has been like to make the leap and venture out on her own. We’re talking about putting in the work, paying your dues, committing to ongoing training, navigating the challenges of being the boss, and her vision for an abundant future.

We’re excited to take a breather with Jessica Gershman, The Zen Mommy! Jess is sharing how focusing on her breath, utilizing momentary pause, and incorporating different forms of self-care has helped her overcome big trauma and everyday challenges. This isn’t a snap your fingers and you magically manage self-care discussion, this is about finding the tools that help you, and putting in the work while you navigate the world and your own inner critic. Now take a deep breathe, and come along for a little relaxation and a lot of insight…

When the pandemic hit, the meeting industry was one that screeched to a halt. Maria Ramos, founder of Innovative Meetings joins us on Episode 19 of the podcast to talk about the initial signs that something big was about to change, how quickly her clients felt the impacts, and what it looked like inside the plan for a massive pivot. We also chat about how she navigated the biggest challenges of her professional career while caring for herself and her family, and how she couldn’t wait to get back to banquet chicken and mediocre coffee!

She’s “atomically authentic” and telling it like it is on Episode 18 of the podcast! Kimberly Pangaro, better know as Atomic Mommy, joins us to talk about her professional and personal journey, including her recovery from COVID-19 and resulting recommitment to her passion for writing. We also chat about how she built an engaged community of moms online who love that she tells it like it is. 

On Episode 17, Alexis Ofchinick of Amici Mullica Hill tells us how she is making - or baking - the world a sweeter place! We talk about having the confidence in yourself to stop playing small, betting on and building your team, and pursing your dreams and giving back in the midst of personal challenges and community crisis.

Did you get a pandemic puppy? Have a dog who got used to you working from home only to suffer separation anxiety as you ease back to the office? We’re grabbing tips and talking about building a business that cares for our furry, four-legged family members on Episode 16 of the podcast with Kristine Bennett of The Pet Care Pros.

We venture across our northern border for Episode 15 to speak with Canadian founder, Corinne Boudreau of Online Legal Essentials. Corinne’s journey is a tale of working to serve others, saying yes to new opportunities, remaining steadfast to her needs and those of her family, and ultimately ending up where it seemed she was always destined to be. She also offers up some great advice, with a side of rock and roll and a healthy dose of hockey!

On Episode 14 of the podcast, Marjorie Jones of Marjorie Jones Photography joins us to talk about turning a hobby into a business, managing six schedules under one roof, and continuing to invest in building your skills. We also cover the advice she’d share with anyone considering starting their own skill-based business, and we snag some tips on coordinating for the best family photo outfits!

What exactly is the psychology of color? When should we start crafting our brand personality? How do we know when is a rebrand is in order? Branding expert, Kelly Wittman of Witt and Company joins us on Episode 13 of the podcast to talk about building a brand that reflects you and your business.

We also chat about how Kelly followed the breadcrumbs to build her business and how navigating The Mom Shuffle after welcoming her first little one this year impacted her approach to client work and project management.

Sooo much to unpack in episode 12 with Olivia Pelts of Sunshine City Counseling! We’re talking about the progress we are making in normalizing caring for our mental health, and the distance we still have to go. We also discuss the impacts of the last 18 months of pandemic life, the importance of processing our vulnerability before sharing it, and how we can work on leveling up to achieve of best selves. Of course we dig into mom life too, and talk about how Olivia built her practice, ramped it up to scale, and expanded to a new market all while managing a young, growing family!

This week, we are thrilled to be joined by Obi Ikeme of Ikeme Law. Obi is a Texas-based trademark and immigration attorney focused on protecting the legacies of businesses and families. We’re talking about when to protect the intellectual property in our business, as well as what as the risks and rewards are. We also discuss trying to maintain healthy boundaries and navigate self-care while working in spaces where we are really emotionally invested.

In this can’t miss episode with Jess Critchlow of Light Up Work, we’re talking about whether competence = confidence, sorting out the difference between feelings and behaviors, and assessing where imposter syndrome really comes from. Jess also shares tips from her client work and talks about what it is moms are seeking in their careers and social groups. You are sure to see things from a new perspective!

An upbeat and wide-ranging interview today with Jennifer Mary of Everyday Style. We talk about recognizing your greatness to build a business, effectively engaging with your customer base, and putting in the work. We also grab expert tips on fighting “frump slump”, and learning to appreciate our bodies and work with them through all stages of our lives.

Kirsten McGregor of SAGAX Associates, LLC joins Colleen to discuss her years of experience managing disruption and planning for economic recovery and resilience. She shares insights from building her own business, discusses the impacts she has seen so far in relation to COVID-19, and offers advice for building resilience to achieve sustainability for the future.

Is it possible to leverage years of international industry experience to build a business that meets family needs and offers ongoing intellectual engagement with clients? Diana Urbanchuk of Risiko Advisors tells us how she made it happen.

With a little fate and a lot of faith, Marilyn Hartman of Creations with Hart has built a woodworking business with a meaningful mission.

Mom of 5, ex-military officer, repeat entrepreneur, and B2B queen,  Marcie Shoham of Midwest Air Filter talks planning, priorities, and pushing yourself out of your comfort zone.