Audacious Mamas - Inspiration And Strategies For Mompreneurs

Emily is an organic chicken farmer, mama of Tristan (1), wife, and an intuitive coach. Here we dig deep into Emily's experience jumping into her first online mastermind and then creating a beta chicken school course, the Wicked Cool Chicken School. Emily is an example of what's possible when you remain focused and maintain daily progress without distraction. With no previous online experience, she learned between 9 and 12 new apps with little outside help in a 3-month period and successfully launched her online chicken school. And there's more!    Tune in to hear how she did it all and get inspired. This is possible for all of us!!       How to reach Emily and mentioned in this interview   Little North Farm https://littlenorthfarm.leadpages.co/locavore/   Little North Farm on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/littlenorthfarm/   Emily's email emily at littlenorthfarm.com   Emily's Dad's Mantra on how to get the tough stuff done "I will not be beat by an inanimate object!"   Leadpages http://link.leadpages.net/

Writer and Communications Specialist Gia Miller shares her story of re-entering the workforce after her divorce a few years ago. With two young kids in tow, Gia found a way to return to work with the flexibility she needed to care for her children and the time she desired to continue to grow her skills and services. This episode is chock full of tips for restarting your career and social insights as well. Tune in and share with another mama!   Here's the best way to find Gia and reach out to her:   Gia's website for her writing and communication services http://www.giamillerwrites.com/   Gia on Twitter https://twitter.com/GiaMiller79

Giovanna Rossi former healthy policy advisor is a consultant who lives in New Mexico and is deeply involved in local government and community activities; she's also the podcast host of the Well Women Life Show where women are encouraged to take care of themselves and support one another to achieve their highest level of fulfillment and well-being. Her path to mompreneurism began after she had her first child - she has two children now. Listen as Giovanna shares her perspective on juggling business, motherhood, being a wife and an involved member of the community. Thanks to Audacious Mama Giovanna for being a guest on the show! Related resources... Well Woman Life (podcast) http://wellwomanlife.com/ Well Woman on NPR http://kunm.org/programs/well-woman-show#stream/0 Collective Action Strategies - Giovanna's consulting firm http://www.collectiveactionstrategies.com/ Family Friendly New Mexico http://www.nmfamilyfriendlybusiness.com/ Family Friendly New Mexico Facebook https://www.facebook.com/nmfamilyfriendlyb

Former boxer and elite soccer player Mair Millar is a transformational coach. Mair tunes into what's needed and knows what to do to people gain confidence and overcome feelings of helplessness, anxiety, and depression. In this episode, she shares how she coaches her little ones and live coaches me to help with my parenting and the pitfalls of mama mindset (guilt). Listen to her help me clean up my language and reframe my situation on the fly!   Mair discusses how a structured schedule is a foundation for her children. She avoids putting up her dukes and rarely fights at home with her husband or her kids though it's a bit surprising with her years of training as a boxer. She has liberating perspective on maintaining a household and making meals that will make most mamas happy. So tune in and share with your mom friends. :-)   As is a certified Transformational Coach and Business Mentor Mair specializes in supporting women to start and grow businesses- as well become champions in their lives as they master pers

Karen Taggart is a lawyer for entrepreneurs and she's made it easy for us to cover our proverbial biz butts. Mama of a new Kindergartener, Karen shares her insights on moving from Lawyer to a serial entrepreneur who finally gave up her brick and mortar businesses to work mostly online. She created some incredible legal solutions for entrepreneurs. Tune in to learn more about her story and how you can easily get yourself up to speed and avoid legal issues with her templates and guidance.   Big thanks to Audacious Mama Karen for her awesome interview!     Related Resources...   Karen's website http://karen-taggart.com/   Karen's Template Shop for Legal Templates http://karen-taggart.com/templates   Book a free strategy session http://karen-taggart.com/strategy-session/

Maegan is a personal stylist and founder at My Dear Watson, a firm dedicated to creating wardrobes that practically hand you your outfit every time you get dressed. So you feel the way you want and love the way you look. In the interview, Maegan shares how she hired a team and scaled her business for greater impact and more flexibility to spend time with her son. Maegan was committed to standards in her hiring process and there's a lot to learn here if you're thinking of creating a team and scaling up. She has nearly a decade of experience supporting amazing individuals by building their life-transforming wardrobes. She solves the unending question of “what should I wear today?” so your energy is reserved for family, fulfilling work, and fun! She lives in Chicago with her son, husband and chocolate lab. Show Notes Maegan's Styling Website - also mydearwatson.co http://www.maeganwatson.com/ FREE Styling Session http://www.maeganwatson.com/styling-session

Instagram Expert Sue B. Zimmerman shares her evolution from at home mom with three small children and a keen business sense to building brand name recognition she has today. With daughters in college now Sue explains how she clicked with Instagram and how she instantly knew it could compliment her retail business, reach her customers, and leverage her young employee's love of social media and sharing -- the catalyst for her current business helping others use social media strategically to build theirs. Big thanks to Audacious Mama Sue B. Zimmerman for spending time on the podcast! Sue's website https://suebzimmerman.com/ Sue B.'s Instagram account https://www.instagram.com/suebzimmerman/ The Instagram Expert on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/TheInstagramExpert Boost Your Biz in Cali Sept 8th at 5pm (2016) sfboostyourbiz.eventbrite.com

Jaime Slutzky is a mom of two spunky girls ages 7 and 9. She's a tech consultant who works mainly with women helping them focus on what they do well so they can thrive while she does the heavy lifting on the tech side. She lives in the Seattle area and has been working as a mompreneur for the last five years. Jaime is that perfect blend of the tech geek and social butterfly. She knows how to get it done for you, your website, your funnel, that online quiz you've been dreaming about. She steps in gracefully with cheer and takes the load off, so you don't have to worry anymore. In this interview, she shares how she combines mothering, kid chauffering, and consulting in a way that meets her client's needs and works for her lifestyle.    Bonus:  Jaime's kids are voracious readers, and she shares what may have been the catalyst for their early reading. They literally have a one book a day rule - a limit, not a goal - or her daughters would be reading two books a day!      Where to find more about Jaime...   Jaime'

Carolyn Portonova is a single mama of two teens, a foodie, and they live in Durham South Carolina where she's a marketing executive also running her social media consultancy. She shares her insights on the early years working for Apple Telesupport when her kids were in grade school. How she set up boundaries and support to make it work and later negotiated for a schedule that allowed her to spend more time with her children when they were in her care. She's also an incredible foodie and a tremendous cook. Check out her Instagram with photos of her delicious creations.     Where to find more about Carolyn...   Carolyn on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/carolynportanova/   Carolyn on Twitter https://twitter.com/CarolynPortanov   Carolyn on Medium and more about Women Who Empower https://medium.com/@CarolynPortanov

Mimika Cooney is a mom of three kids ages 5, 14, and 17. She's a native of South Africa and a lifelong entrepreneur. Mimika's award-winning photography career brought her to video production and video marketing. Listen to Mimika share her journey as a mompreneur and how she adjusted to two new cultures, England and the US. She's an advocated for women, self-care, and waxes philosophical about mindset, resilience and lighting the way for those behind her.      Where to find more about Mimika...   Mimika's website http://mimikacooney.com/   Mimika Video Visability Boot-camp http://mimikacooney.com/bootcamp-apply/   Mimika's Quickstart Guide to Periscope http://mimikacooney.com/periscope/   Mimika's website resources and book http://mimikacooney.com/books/   Mimika on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/MimikaCooneyfans/   Mimika on Periscope https://www.periscope.tv/mimikacooney   Mimika on Twitter https://twitter.com/mimikacooney

Bonnie Frank is a mom of two sons, a teen and a young adult. She's a streaming media maven who shares her struggles of the early years working from home with a 1 and 3-year-old after leaving her role as a teacher. She shares her journey from that decision through her life as a blogger/consultant to a 14-month no-income drought and how Periscope and live streaming unlocked a whole new profitable career and turned things around for her. If you're interested in the potential of live streaming and want to learn more, this is the episode for you!     Where to find more about Bonnie...   Bonnie's Coaching Program https://www.bonnielfrank.com/   Bonnie on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BonnieFrankSuccessCoach/   Bonnie on Periscope https://www.periscope.tv/bonnielfrank   Bonnie on Twitter https://twitter.com/bonnielfrank

Kim Sutton is a mom to five children, a digital marketer, professional launch strategist, infopreneur and podcast host. Her faith has kept her grounded and flying at the same time. Weaving her ethics and Christian beliefs into her work in a way that makes her attractive to anyone who desires a loyal, creative strategist, who pours herself into everything she sets out to do. She's happily married to Dave, her entrepreneur husband, and together they've found a way to keep themselves peacefully rooted in the midst chaos of having three children under age three while building their businesses together at home. Listen as Kim shares her behind the scenes tips on what a day is like for them.   Where to find more about Kim...   Sutton Strategic Solutions http://suttonstrategicsolutions.com/   Sutton Creative Studios http://suttoncreativestudios.com/   Kim Sutton on Twitter https://twitter.com/thekimsutton

Christy Little Jones is a mom of four and a relationship coach who works with pre-marrieds and couples in crisis. She helps couples make integrity-based decisions and turn their negative thoughts into positive action and results. Clear communication and expectations along with physical and emotional intimacy help her show her clients how to transform their disappointments into hope and possibility to create an amazing marriage. She discusses her path to marriage, motherhood, her fascinating upbringing as the daughter of an NFL Hall of Famer and a model-actress. She bravely shares the challenges in her marriage and how that's affected her work and perspective on helping couples.     Where to find more about Christy...   Mrs. Christy Jones http://www.mrschristyjones.com/   Simply Sisterhood http://www.mrschristyjones.com/sisterhood/   Christy on Twitter @LoveYourSparkle  

Nicole Culver is an Audacious Mama of two girls ages 1 and 3. A health coach and founder of an organic gluten free granola company, she has a podcast for food entrepreneurs and she's passionate about helping women create profitable blogs and build their business. Nicole share's her strategies for collaborating with her husband in the care of their children, and how they create solid chunks of time to focus and get their work done from home.  Beyond our interview, mompreneurs should check out Nicole's blog. She has a stunning collection of tools, tips, and resources for creating goals and helping you make your dreams come true! Big thanks to Nicole for such an insightful interview.   Where to find more about Nicole...   Blissful Bites http://nicoleculverblog.com/   Blissful Eats http://www.blissful-eats.com/   Instagram @nicoleculver   Twitter @nicoleculver   Periscope @nicoleculver

Sarah Tugender, Audacious Mama of Ella, shares her struggle as a "successful" work-at-home mom and how she turned things around to create a fulfilling career that gives her flexibility, independence, and a position that's beyond what she ever dreamed was possible. Her insights on parenting, time management, laundry, hired help, and her bucket theory are sure to inspire you and make you laugh. This is a fun episode folks! Enjoy!   Show Links:   Sarah's Personal Site: http://www.sarahtugender.com   Power by Plants Diet 33-Day ebook and 28 recipes for the 7-day detox http://www.powerbyplantsdiet.com/

Ashleigh Curry shares her story of overcoming obstacles and persevering in spite of it all. Mom of three, Ashleigh found herself suddenly a solo mama when her business partner husband Marcus had to leave the family to serve a mandatory multi-year prison sentence. She shares how her faith, family, friends and a powerful will to meet these challenges has allowed her to build and grow her video production business in Marcus’ absence.   Show info & Links:   Morgan Matthews Video Production http://TheMorganMattews.com   Morgan Makes Vids YouTube channel for video production https://www.youtube.com/user/morganmakesvids   Ashleigh’s “What I do” explainer video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XGHZ-YrcCOU   Contact Ashleigh at: Morgan@TheMorganMatthews.com   Phone Inquiries: 972-528-8805

An American living in Brussels, Carrie shares her adventure as a new mom living outside the U.S. and the BIG perks of living in Belgium. Wait'll you hear what's subsidized in Belgium! You'll be racing to immigrate. Carrie discusses her focus on pre and post-natal yoga, what drew her to that niche, and the need for her services in an unfamiliar country. Also some insights on the cultural and living differences and how Carrie has adapted. Huge thanks to Audacious Mama Carrie for being a guest on the show! For more information on Carrie, please visit: http://carrieryoga.com/ https://twitter.com/carrieryoga https://www.facebook.com/CarrieRYoga

Brigid Ward shares her story of leaving corporate to create her own business and the transition from Social Media to Business Coaching and how she blends them together to give her clients tailored strategies to build their business. How she works out daily at home and manages to put her self care first. This mama's high energy, focus, and perspective is inspiring!! Huge thanks to Audacious Mama Brigid for being a guest on the show! For more information on Brigid, please visit: http://brigidward.com/ https://twitter.com/brigidward http://www.huffingtonpost.com/brigid-ward/

Erika Kerekes shares her journey from journalist to mompreneur and how she balances three different work roles in addition to being a mom. Learn her inside tips on making the most of all the little pieces of time. She embraces “the list” and makes it works for her. Plus, she has a “girl cave” that gives her solace and moves her business forward. Huge thanks to Audacious Mama Erika for her interview and spending time with me during her crazy busy day! For more information on Erika, please visit: http://www.notketchup.com http://www.inerikaskitchen.com/ https://www.facebook.com/InErikasKitchen/

Host Stephani Roberts gives us a brief sneak preview of the new podcast and what inspired her to create a show with a focus on the mompreneur life and a behind the scenes look at how busy mom's get it all done. Podcast website: AudaciousMamas.com Steph's social media consulting website: StephaniRoberts.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StephGetsSocial/ Learn about upcoming guests: https://twitter.com/StephGetsSocial