Debbie Sluys, founder of Dare to Declare, shares her journey from the non-profit world to becoming a successful mompreneur. She applied business principles to her not-for-profit childcare organization and sought to create a culture that attracted and retained the best employees. However, she felt limited by the revenue ceiling of the non-profit sector and decided to explore vision boards as a way to help educators discover their passion and purpose. Debbie's leap of faith into entrepreneurship was initially challenged by the COVID-19 pandemic, but she adapted by taking her workshops online an ..read more

Lori Aikman, a family nurse practitioner, shares her journey into functional medicine and the founding of Queen Bee Medicine, a direct primary care telemedicine practice for women. She discusses the challenges faced in conventional medicine and the need for a deeper understanding of women's health. Lori explains the concept of functional medicine and how it focuses on root cause analysis. She highlights the holistic approach of Queen Bee Medicine, which combines nutrition, fitness, and healthcare. Lori also discusses the challenges of building her business and the importance of taking care of ..read more

In this episode, host Dai Smith interviews Kim Roy, a strategic pitching professional and host of the Redefining Anger podcast. Kim shares her journey of leveraging her own growth story to build her business and support other female entrepreneurs. She emphasizes the importance of storytelling and relationship marketing in pitching and building authentic connections. Kim also discusses the challenges and rewards of being a mompreneur and offers advice on finding work-life harmony. The episode concludes with a lightning round of fun questions. Takeaways Storytelling is a powerful tool for bui ..read more

In this episode, we dive deep into the transformative power of AI in enhancing efficiency and effectiveness across various domains. From streamlining workflows to optimizing decision-making processes, AI is reshaping the landscape of productivity in ways previously unimaginable. Join us as we unravel the potential and pitfalls of AI-powered productivity solutions. Key Takeaways: Introduction to AI-powered productivity: We kickstart the episode by elucidating the fundamentals of AI and its role in boosting productivity. From automation to predictive analytics, AI encompasses a spectrum of cap ..read more

Ashley Hines, a seasoned professional in the organizing industry, founded The Tailored Life in December of 2020 amid the challenges of the pandemic. With a belief that an organized life is a form of self-care essential for mental health and overall well-being, Ashley guides her clients towards living intentionally and peacefully through holistic home organizing. As a recognized expert in her field, Ashley's work has been featured in prestigious publications such as Apartment Therapy, The Spruce, Good Housekeeping, Real Simple, and The New York Times, among others. Her accolades include being ..read more

In this episode, host Dai Smith interviews Colie James, a mompreneur and workflow automation expert. Colie shares her journey from being an academic to starting her own photography business and eventually transitioning into systems and workflow automation. She emphasizes the importance of building a business that aligns with your capacity at each season of life and the value of outsourcing and delegating tasks. Colie also discusses the joy she finds in being a mom and the lessons she hopes to teach her daughter about pursuing creative entrepreneurship. The episode concludes with a lightning r ..read more

Sometimes the little things in life make the biggest difference. Influenced by her Aunt Marianne Hughes, Jennifer was inspired to coin her phrase, "Big Hug, Big Kiss" into a Best Selling book, which details how she became a referral magnet by serving others and you can too. But that's not all! Discover her secret sauce to finding joy in every day by creating something meaningful. Jen opens up about her passion for leaving a lasting impact through her creations and how it fills her soul with pure bliss. And hold onto your hats because Jen isn't just about personal growth – she's rewriting the ..read more

Dr. Boyce Watkins and Dr. Alicia Watkins discuss the challenges and rewards of being dual entrepreneurs in love and business. They emphasize the importance of healing trauma and the intersection of trauma and financial literacy. The couple shares insights on balancing family and business, setting boundaries, and practicing self-care. They also discuss their journey of working together as a couple and supporting each other's entrepreneurial endeavors. The conversation highlights the significance of optimism, admiration, empathy, and patience in building strong relationships. In this conversati ..read more

In this episode, host Dai Smith discusses the concept of progress over perfection for mompreneurs. She acknowledges the pressure to excel in all areas of life and the constant battle between progress and perfection. Smith highlights the difference between healthy and unhealthy perfectionism and shares insights from the book 'The Perfectionist's Guide to Losing Control' by Kimberly Schaefer. She emphasizes that progress and productivity look different for everyone and encourages listeners to focus on making progress toward their goals rather than striving for perfection. Smith provides techniq ..read more

Keidra McGriff, a civil attorney and author, shares her journey of balancing work and motherhood while making a difference in her community. She discusses her career in pro bono law and the importance of providing legal representation to those who cannot afford it. Keidra also talks about her inspiration for writing her book 'Adventures with Papa' and the need for representation in children's literature. She shares her joy in being a mom and the impact of her book on her children. Keidra encourages other moms to pursue their dreams and offers advice on self-publishing. Key takeaways: Balanc ..read more