Elaine's Kitchen Table Podcast | The Business Of Real Life | Lessons For Success In Business And Parenting

When the pandemic lock-downs were at their height, I thought to myself, several of the next great businesses will be born out of this situation. BAK'D Cookies is one of them! Join siblings Jessica and Andy as they tell their story of accidentally starting a business, then growing (maybe a little too fast), and now planning for future sustainability, one delicious 5 oz cookie at a time :)   Show Notes: https://elaineskitchentable.com/154   Connect with Jess and Andy: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bakdcookies Website: https://bakdcookies.ca/  Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a free chapter from Elaine's book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable.com/book/ Episode Sponsor: Episode Sponsor: UPS, visit ups.com/beunstoppable/ca to save more than 50% on your shi

Did you know know? 56% of mothers reported interest in starting their own business, that is according to a survey from Shopify. During the pandemic, the number of women who started their own businesses increased substantially. In the US alone, 1 in 3 women-owned businesses is owned by a mother. Join business expert Sarah Stow from Australia, as she talks about how to launch, recession-proof and sell your business. As a busy mom, Sarah's focus is to do business smarter, not harder, and with purpose.   Show Notes: https://elaineskitchentable.com/153   Connect with Sarah: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/businessbrains.au/ Website: https://plnk.to/Launchyourbiznow  Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a free chapter from Elaine's book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitch

Join me and Paul as we discuss small business online, in Part 2 of our interview! Connect with Paul: Website: https://solutions.ups.com/comebackstrong.html Pulse of the Online Shopper: https://ups.com/pulse LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulgaspar/ Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a free chapter from Elaine's book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable.com/book/ Episode Sponsor: UPS, visit ups.com/beunstoppable/ca to save more than 50% on your shipping!

Join me and Paul as we discuss small business online, particularly how to retrieve sales from the 2 out of 3 shopping carts that are abandoned by online shoppers! Connect with Paul: Website: https://solutions.ups.com/comebackstrong.html Pulse of the Online Shopper: https://ups.com/pulse LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulgaspar/ Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a free chapter from Elaine's book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable.com/book/ Episode Sponsor: Episode Sponsor: UPS, visit https://www.ups.com/ca/en/business-solutions/grow-your-business.page to save up to 50% on your shipping!

Join Elaine and Ron as we talk about what is working for Instagram these days. Most content on this podcast is "timeless", but social media is one area that is constantly changing, so it is good to keep up with the changes! Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a free chapter from Elaine's book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable.com/book/ Episode Sponsor: Episode Sponsor: UPS, visit https://www.ups.com/ca/en/business-solutions/grow-your-business.page to save up to 50% on your shipping!

Psychologist Dr. Michelle Deering walks us through: How To Have A Tension-Free Relationship With Your Tween/Teen Daughter: 5 strategies to use that will help you respond without flipping out   1. Her story 2. A story from her childhood/younger years that helped shape who she is today. 3. The Top 3 Signs or unseen signs for a call for help in a mother daughter relationship 4. Dr. Michelle's Top 5 Strategies to use that will help a mom respond without flipping out? 5.  A big mistake or failure that happened in her journey and what she learned from it 6.  Healthy tips for any relationship   Show Notes: https://elaineskitchentable.com/151   Connect with Dr. Michelle: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/curativeconnections/ Website: https://www.curativeconnections.com/  Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twit

Join Elaine and Ron as we recount 150 episodes over 9+ seasons of the Elaine's Kitchen Table Podcast! We could not have done it without you ❤️ Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a free chapter from Elaine's book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable.com/book/ Episode Sponsor: Episode Sponsor: UPS, visit https://www.ups.com/ca/en/business-solutions/grow-your-business.page to save up to 50% on your shipping!  

Michelle shares her story of growing up in Manitoba and starting her own business, only to go into business with one of her vendors, only to then adjust the business model to become an incredibly successful direct selling brand - made in Winnipeg!   What an inspiring story that you will want to hear!   Show Notes: https://elaineskitchentable.com/149   Connect with Michelle: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tiberrivernaturals Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tiberriver Website: https://www.tiberriver.ca  Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a free chapter from Elaine's book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable.com/book/ Episode Sponsor: Episode Sponsor: UPS, visit https://www.ups.com/ca/en/business-solutions/grow-your-business.page to save up to 50% on your sh

Listen to the incredible story of Darrell Jones, who started out bagging groceries at age 16 and worked his way up to be President of Save-On-Foods! How can you not cheer for a story like that?   Darrell talks about: His lessons learned working in 23 communities on his way up the ladder What legendary businessman Jimmy Pattison has taught him How he has grown a mature business 50% in the past decade How to take risks without risking too much And much more!   Show Notes: https://elaineskitchentable.com/148   Connect with Darrell: Save-On-Foods LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrell-jones-a17ba271/  Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a free chapter from Elaine's book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable.com/book/ Episode Sponsor: Episode Sponsor: UPS, visi

Welcome back to Season 10 of the podcast! We are here to help you Create Better self, health, family and business (see how I put self first there?) Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: @elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Episode Sponsor: UPS, visit https://www.ups.com/ca/en/business-solutions/grow-your-business.page to start save up to 50% on your shipping!

Strap in an get ready to learn how to chart your own path to success with Jaclyn Harper! In a world of excuses, fear, and "I'm not good enough", Jaclyn stands out as an example of what to do to achieve your goals. This conversation was so loaded with actionable advice and great stories that I had to split it into 2 parts! I just adore this lady, and you will too! Connect with Jaclyn: Website: http://jaclynharperdesigns.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaclynhdesigns/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jaclynhdesigns Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: @elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a free chapter from Elaine's book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable.com/book/   Episode Sponsor: Easy Daysies - help your family have easier days!

Strap in an get ready to learn how to chart your own path to success with Jaclyn Harper! In a world of excuses, fear, and "I'm not good enough", Jaclyn stands out as an example of what to do to achieve your goals. This conversation was so loaded with actionable advice and great stories that I had to split it into 2 parts! I just adore this lady, and you will too! Connect with Jaclyn: Website: http://jaclynharperdesigns.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaclynhdesigns/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jaclynhdesigns Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: @elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a free chapter from Elaine's book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable.com/book/

Join me with 2 more lovely “Mom-Makers” – Wendy Armbruster, founder of Snugabell, and Natalie Wong, founder of Pep Soap, as we talk about: What inspired us to start our business How long we have all been at it (from a few years to more than a decade!) Things we would do differently next time around Manufacturing, scaling and financing for small businesses Our favourite tips for marketing to moms And much more! I have really loved these real, down-to-earth Mom-Maker conversations, and I am sure there are great actionable tips for you! Show Notes: https://elaineskitchentable.com/102 Connect with Wendy: Website: https://snugabell.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/snugabell/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/snugabell Connect with Natalie: Website: https://pepsoap.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pepsoap/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pepsoap Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: @elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Fa

Imagine having 4 children, all with ADHD, one with depression, one on the autism spectrum, all while you are living with bipolar disorder. Then imagine writing 25 books, including "Happy Parents, Happy Kids" and "Parenting Through the Storm". You have just imagined Ann Douglas, an amazing woman, and besides all of the above, a parenting expert and columnist on CBC Radio. In this episode, Ann shares with us the key techniques a 2020's parent should use to not only cope with the times but thrive as a family. Where to find Ann: www.anndouglas.net Ann's book Parenting Through the Storm on Amazon... Ann's book Happy Parents, Happy Kids on Amazon... Show notes: www.elaineskitchentable.com/090 Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Elaine's company Easy Daysies: Website: https://www.easyday

Influential people (or "influencers") play by a different set of rules. Teresa de Grosbois is an international speaker and bestselling author on the topic of influence. In today's interview, we learn: • How the most influential people share their influence, and how to approach them • The "Premature Ask", or how NOT to approach people of influence (with hilarious examples) • How crying on the bathroom floor at her lowest point ignited Teresa's journey to where she is today As an example of how influential Teresa has become, several of my podcast interviews have been with people to whom I was connected by Teresa! You can get her newest book, "Mass Influence - The Habits of the Highly Influential" at http://massinfluencethebook.com Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: @elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a free chapter from Elaine's book

Chores teach children so many life skills: socially, ethically, and personally. It is important for children to realize the importance of each person’s contribution in the world and it begins at home, where they can realize their own part in the big picture! Click and hold for show notes. Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a free chapter from Elaine's book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable.com/book/   Episode Sponsor: Easy Daysies - help your family have easier days!

Does the thought of running a business with your spouse give you the warm fuzzies or chills?  Elaine and Ron discuss their experiences working together on Easy Daysies, and give their formula for you to L.O.V.E. being in business together! Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a free chapter from Elaine's book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable.com/book/   Episode Sponsor: Easy Daysies - help your family have easier days!

The last thing you want is for your social media efforts to go unseen. By posting at the right time, you greatly increase your chances of success! Here are some tips on when during the day and week to post for Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and Pinterest. Press and hold for show notes! Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a free chapter from Elaine's book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable.com/book/   Episode Sponsor: Episode Sponsor: UPS, visit https://www.ups.com/comebackstrong to save up to 50% on your shipping!

Join Maria Luisa as we talk about becoming an "unstoppable" woman in small business. Maria Luisa has a ton of knowledge and experience, including working with the Women Exporter's Program at UPS Canada. Maria Luisa is Vice President of Global Public Affairs at UPS, so she's kind of a big deal! Connect with Maria Luisa: Women Exporter's Program at UPS Canada LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marialuisaboyceoconnell   Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a free chapter from Elaine's book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable.com/book/   Episode Sponsor: Episode Sponsor: UPS, visit https://www.ups.com/comebackstrong to save up to 50% on your shipping!

I loved talking with Debbie so much the first time (Episode 9 - Sibling Rivalry), that I had her back! This time we are talking about how to communicate with your "tween". We talk about: • Just what age a tween is • Debbie's 3 most important tips to facilitate the best communication with your tween • The one tip she would give to have better communication with your tween today • Her book "Break Free Of Parenting Pressures" Debbie's website can be found at http://empoweringnrg.com/ Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a free chapter from Elaine's book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable.com/book/   Episode Sponsor: Episode Sponsor: UPS, visit https://www.ups.com/comebackstrong to save up to 50% on your shipping!