Mama Work It Podcast

We're back ,mama friends! We're kicking off with some back to school tips to help you beat overwhelm, avoid burnout and, most importantly, make time for you—your goals, your dreams, yourself! We're bringing the fire as we head into our third season of the show—feeling grateful for our #21 status of the top 50 podcasts for moms and excited to deliver even more valuable topics, amazing new guests, and even some updates and announcements from the Mama Work It HQ world. Here's what you'll get out of this week's episode: SIMPLE ways to create more space in your busy, back to school schedule The best way to assess how much is too much in your life so you can create the right balance A quick fix to stop comparing yourself to other moms out thereAndddd….in case you missed it or aren't yet a Mama Work It newsletter subscriber (you should totally be one btw), Marisa's new book is now available for pre-order! Biz MOMagement: The Working Mom's Guide to Go From Employee to Entrepreneur. Pre-order your copy for a limited time for just $1.99 right here: https://www.amazon.com/Biz-MOMagement-Working-Employee-Entrepreneur-ebook/dp/B0BCHDHDF4/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2PYNK1XCK78SUFinally, we've also got an opportunity for you to try out our new membership program for moms in business right here (get your first 7 days FREE): www.mamaworkit.com/bizmomagementDon't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode!  ❤️

This week I wanted to give you a little taste of what I've been working on behind the scenes here at Mama Work It, which is my next book: Biz MOMagement: The Working Mom's Guide to Go from Employee to Entrepreneur. This book is all about the journey of taking the leap into entrepreneurship as a busy AF mom. It's raw. It's real. And it's almost ready for you to read...but in the meantime, I'm giving you a sneak preview of Chapter 1 for this week's episode!  Here's what you'll get out of it:A simple way to ensure you're not burning out when you inherit potentially the most demanding boss you've ever had: yourselfWhy knowing your why in business is crucial to keep you focused and motivatedRecognizing you may have more than one why and what those may beDon't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode!  ❤️

What happens when you feel overwhelmed? You feel stuck. You feel fuzzy, unfocused, unsure. You start questioning everything. You can't make a decision. You're demotivated. You think to yourself, "There's so much on this list. Why even bother? Doing one or two things isn't going to make a dent." This week I'm sharing ways to beat overwhelm so you don't find yourself on this hamster wheel of feeling like you're never making any progress, you've always got so much to do, or worse yet, you don't even want to try because you're so demotivated or paralyzed by it.Here's what you'll get out of this week's episode:How to simply stop feeling overwhelmed when it creeps inA personal story about a time I felt overwhelmedPractical hacks for beating overwhelm when it shows it upDon't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode!  ❤️

We all know the juggle is real as a working mom. It can feel even more so when you've got multiple kids at home: different ages, different needs, different layers of mom guilt showing up to crash the motherhood party. As a mom of four, I can totally relate. This week I'm sharing some tips on how to manage multiple kids as a working mom and show up as the amazing and intentional mom you are.Here's what you'll get out of this week's episode:The importance of routines for your kids and you alikeWays to develop routines for babies, little and big kidsHow to prioritize one on one time with each of your kidsDon't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode!  ❤️

Do you have great ideas but don't know how to turn them into profitable offers for your business? Listen to find out more on how to realize your vision by not being stuck in the middle of your creative process.Our guest, Kiyaa Hider is the business development architect and revenue designer of Thinc Design Studio, LLC. She helps entrepreneurs find their purpose and build their business intentionally.Here's what you'll get out of this week's episode:What is the blue ocean strategy when it comes to businessDiscovering what is unique about your story and business so you can stand out from the crowdHow to structure your pricing when you don't know where to startHere's where you can find Kiyaa after the show:https://www.kiyaahider.com/https://www.thincdesignstudio.comhttps://www.instagram.com/womenpositionedtowinhttps://www.instagram.com/thincdesignstudiohttps://www.instagram.com/Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode!  ❤️

What is your mindset about money, mama? Are you prioritizing profit first for your business? Listen to find out more about how to develop a healthy relationship with your money as your passion and business grow. Our guest, Angelica Prather is the Founder of Charge Your Worth Academy and Co-Founder of Robyn Laurél haircare. She helps driven beauty professionals transform their business and go from being overworked and not making a profit to generating full time recurring revenue.Here's what you'll get out of this week's episode:What a healthy relationship with money actually looks likeWays to become more empowered when it comes to money managementPracticing an abundance mindset when it comes to moneyHere's where you can find Angelica after the show:www.angelicaprather.comWww.YouTube.com/c/angelicaprather Www.Instagram.com/angelicadprather Www.Facebook.com/coachangelicaphttps://www.angelicaprather.com/Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode!  ❤️

When you're a working mom, it can feel like your list of priorities is the length of a CVS receipt. You have SO much to do, for SO many people and knowing what to prioritize can feel overwhelming at the very least.In this week's podcast episode, I'm sharing what your MUST prioritize daily if you want to level up your productivity and happiness and ditch those feelings of being stuck in survival mode. Here's what you'll get out of it:The priority that needs to be at the top of your list every single dayPractical examples of things you can start today to prioritize effectivelyThe tool I recommend using for making this all happenTo get your copy of Word to Your Mother: A Mama's Guide to Journal Today & Slay Tomorrow visit: www.mamaworkit.com/wordtoyourmotherDon't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode!  ❤️

Nobody should do everything alone, especially working moms.  #amiriteOur guest, Blessing Adesiyan is the Founder of Mother Honestly, a platform reshaping the future of women and families at home and in the workplace. She helps working women by providing resources and support in the shape of the working parents community.Here's what you'll get out of this week's episode:How the pandemic serves as the magnifying glass for what working moms have been doing all alongThe importance of empathy culture in the workplace for working moms to thriveThe necessity of equal partnership in marriage and familyHere's where you can find Blessing after the show:https://motherhonestly.com/https://blessingadesiyan.substack.comwww.instagram.com/motherhonestlywww.instagram.com/blessing.adesiyanwww.twitter.com/blessingdesiyanwww,twitter.com/mother_honestly  Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode!  ❤️

How can subconscious practices have a tremendous impact on our lives and business?Listen to find out more about how to use energy and mindset to be successful in our personal lives and businessOur guest, Dani Kenney is an International Life and Business Coach & Certified Practitioner of NLP, EFT, TIME Techniques and Clinical Hypnotherapy. She helps working women master their energy and their mindset so they can make more money, make a bigger impact and create a life they are obsessed with.Here's what you'll get out of this week's episode:How to use NLP to understand your mindWhat is subconscious reprogrammingThe different techniques to get unstuckHere's where you can find Dani after the show:https://www.danikenneycoaching.com/www.instagram.com/danikenneyAnd here's that FREE meditation bundle gift Dani mentioned during the episode:https://danikenneycoaching.mykajabi.com/GIFT%20-%20Meditation%20Bundle Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode!  ❤️

Are you currently expecting or on maternity leave and planning to go back to work post birth? How can you find support with new challenges in work and personal life balance?Listen to find out the strategies you need so returning back to work doesn't feel so hard for you as a working mom.Our guest, Lori Mihalich-Levin, CEO and founder of Mindful Return is the author of Back to Work After Baby: How to Plan and Navigate a Mindful Return from Maternity Leave, and co-host of the Parents at Work Podcast. She helps working women ease back into their working life while balancing the new challenges in the family.Here's what you'll get out of this week's episode:Micro mindfulness strategiesPhasing back to workHow can companies and organization support their parents post birthHere's where you can find Lori after the show:https://www.mindfulreturn.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorimihalichlevin/https://www.linkedin.com/company/mindful-return/https://www.facebook.com/mindfulreturnhttps://twitter.com/mindfulreturnhttps://www.instagram.com/mindfulreturn/https://www.pinterest.com/mindfulreturn/ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/parents-at-work/id1239258343Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode!  ❤️

This week we're talking all about the people you as a working mom or mompreneur need in your life and how much of an impact those people can have on your mood, your motivation, your patience, your empathy, your work, your business, all of it. Who you choose to surround yourself with has a direct correlation on how you live your life. I'm specifically diving into the one type of friend you need in your life if you want to thrive in living your life as your best self, professionally, personally, you name it.Here's what you'll get out of it:The difference between this type of friend and other kinds of friends you likely haveHow to find people like this to surround yourself withWays to spot if a friend is actually good for you or not so you're not absorbing negative vibes by hanging out with herTo learn more about Biz MOMagement Club: www.mamaworkit.com/bizmomagementTo apply to join us: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdByOjUB3zESDPlvC5tzdgZSMI-7ZNGKqTrMV9sn6-Elu5oog/viewformTo chat with me on biz strategy and see if Biz MOMagement Club is right for you: https://calendly.com/mamaworkit/biz-momagement-intro-callDon't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode!  ❤️

What can you gain if you have a deeper connection with yourself and others in your life? IMHO, the possibilities are endless!!Listen to find out more about how Human Design can help working moms with just that, the immense benefits of knowing your type, and how this can empower your life in so many ways. My guest, Michelle Purta, is a life and marriage coach for moms and a practitioner of Human Design. She helps moms go from frustration to feeling connected in their relationship by practicing healthy communication which they can often discover through their Human Design type.Here's what you'll get out of this week's episode:What is Human DesignThe main types of human design & the importance of knowing yoursHow working moms can use Human Design as a tool to align their livesHere's where you can find Michelle after the show:https://www.michellepurta.com/www.instagram.com/michellepurtacoachingDon't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode!  ❤️

What is the benefit of being aware, non-judgmental, forgiving, and accepting of yourself and others?Listen to find out how to make time and space for your mental health, to acknowledge your thoughts, and how these will inevitably help you to develop your mental muscle and manifest your dreams.My guest, Angela Marie Christian, is a mindfulness and manifestation thought leader. She helps working women with business start-ups, to incorporate intentional moments into their day and to manifest their dreams. Here's what you'll get out of this week's episode:Simple ways  to be intentionally mindfulTips on small daily meditation (even if you're busy AF)The hidden, healing benefits of practicing mindfulness and meditationHere's where you can find Angela after the show:https://www.angelamariechristian.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/angelamariechristian And here are some of Angela's additional recommended links for mindfulness and meditation we talked about:https://chopracentermeditation.com/article/6-oprah_deepaks_21_day_meditation_experience  https://www.angelamariechristian.com/blog/how-spirituality-saved-me-from-domestic-abuse-ptsd https://thefourwinds.com/blog/shamanism/the-basics-of-radical-forgiveness/ https://angelamariechristian.ck.page/products/healing-support-coach Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode!  ❤️

How can working moms utilize their skills and find freedom through freelancing?Listen to find out how freelancing can be such a rewarding career choice and how to rewire our mind for success.Our guest, Lauren Golden is the leader of The Free Mama Movement, a thriving community of women who don't want to choose between family and financial stability.Here's what you'll get out of this week's episode:How to have your own financial stability while still provide for your familyWhat job roles can you do as a freelancerWhat is the first step to get startedHere's where you can find Lauren after the show:https://thefreemamamovement.com/Instagram: @laurengoldenfreemama and @thefreemamaFacebook: The Free Mama Movement Group and @laurengoldenfreemamaYoutube: www.freemamatv.com And be sure to grab Lauren's Free Mama Guide here (complete with 99 Skills Checklist she mentions in our interview): https://thefreemamamovement.com/70skills Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode!  ❤️

Being stuck is not a good place to be. Whether you're a working mom stuck in a job you don't like, a wife or partner stuck in a relationship you're not happy in, a busy AF mom stuck in a schedule you feel controls you rather than you control it, or a tired mama stuck in a toddler chair you thought you'd be able to get out of it, but no, your booty is stuck, feeling stuck can really suck. In this week's episode, I'm covering how to get unstuck so you can make sh*t happen in your life: make more money, have more time freedom, be healthier, you name it. Here's what you'll get out of this week's episode:What you may be masking your stuckness withSIMPLE steps to get you unstuck statWho and what you should be surrounding yourself with to stay unstuck and thriveAnddddd.....I'm offering limited opportunities for listeners who are ready to get unstuck, to get going, to get it (whatever it means to you!), by connecting with me for FREE.  Book your breakthrough call here and let's get you unstuck, mama.https://calendly.com/mamaworkit/45-minute-breakthrough-call-with-marisa-lonic Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode!  ❤️

How can managing money be rewarding for working moms?Listen to find out how planning and budgeting can also be equal to spending money on what really matters to us.Our guest, Katy Almstrom, is a financial coach and speaker for working driven women who are ready to be debt free and have a sustainable financial future.Here's what you'll get out of this week's episode:How to be intentional with our money.What is a sustainable debt-free journeyHow to align our budgeting with what is important to us and our familyHere's where you can find Katy after the show:https://www.almstromcoaching.com/www.facebook.com/groups/thesimplifiedbudgethttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj9XaGxN1jmCLc9Oh7LQk2Qhttps://www.instagram.com/the_simplified_budget/Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode!  ❤️

Why are working moms and women in general, always trained to ask for too little?Listen to find out how self-advocating can have a significant impact not only for you but for other working moms and parents.Our guest, Jenny Galluzzo is the co-founder of the Second Shift, a community focused on the empowerment of women through work.Here's what you'll get out of this week's episode:How the pandemic has triggered the new normal in the workplaceWhat to learn from The Great ResignationHow The Second Shift can help working moms leverage their skills to fill the employment voidHere's where you can find Jenny after the show:https://www.thesecondshift.com/www.instagram.com/thesecond_shiftwww.instagram.com/jennygalluzzoDon't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode!  ❤️

Join us this week as we dive into all things sleep, stress and sanity for the working mom! My guest is Dr. Ritu Saluja-Sharma, a physician, a mom, an integrative health coach, and the founder of Head Heart Hands, a comprehensive lifestyle change program. After 15 years of being on the front lines working in the ER, Ritu helps people lose weight, prevent disease, optimize their physical and emotional health and increase longevity. Because so many of our listeners are busy working moms who don't always prioritize physical and emotional health with our hectic schedules, I wanted to interview Ritu today to give us some practical advice on how we can easily make this happen.  Here's what you'll get out of this week's episode:Practical and simple ways to prioritize sleep so you're well rested and overall healthier The science behind stress and how our mental health could be causing us physical pain and diseaseHow to avoid burnout (it's easier than you think!)Here's where you can find Ritu after the show:www.headhearthandsmd.comhttps://www.facebook.com/headhearthandsmdDon't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode!  ❤️

I am SO excited to be talking about one of my favorite topics that I love love love, which is goals! Now, maybe you're someone who also loves to goal set and dream and think about all the possibilities for the new year ahead. Or maybe you're someone who shies away from this a bit or even dislikes goal setting because of past experience. Either way, this episode is for you because I am going to be breaking down SIMPLE and effective ways to not only goal set, but to actually follow through and achieve those goals, because what good is it to have a goal if you're not going to actually do it? Here's what you'll get out of it:What you need to do today to get startedSmall steps that are easier than you think to ensure you're working toward your goals dailyWho you need in your life if you want to achieve your goals more quickly and efficiently this yearDon't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode!  ❤️

This week we're talking all about working mom challenges, particularly if you work in the medical field.  My guest, Dr. Susan Landers, is a retired neonatologist, author and speaker.  She worked for 34 years in the NICU and is the author of So Many Babies: My Life Balancing a Busy Medical Career & Motherhood.  As a veteran working mom of three, now grown children, Susan is here to share her wisdom, her stories, her lessons learned about how she thrived as a mom and physician for over 30 years.  Here's what you'll get out of this week's episode:How to thrive as a working mom in the medical fieldWays to find work-life balance with a demanding scheduleHow to instill better communication and understanding with your partner/spouse  Here's where you can find Susan after the show:https://susanlandersmd.comhttps://Facebook.com/susanlandersmdhttps://instagram.com/susanlandersmdhttps://linkedIn.com/in/susan-landersmdhttps://Twitter.com/susanlandersmdDon't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode!  ❤️

If the thought of saving for your kids' future stresses you out or seems SO confusing, you are going to want to listen to this week's episode. My guest, Patricia Roberts, has helped tens of thousands of families prepare for the cost of higher education and avoid millions of dollars in student loan debt through her leadership over the past 23 years in nearly every aspect of 529 college savings plans. She's also the author of the book called Route 529: A Parent's Guide to Saving for College and Career Training with 529 Plans. As COO at Gift of College, Inc., she helps employers offer financial wellness benefits that provide employees with assistance in saving for college and paying down student loan debt. She's also the proud mom of a son who recently graduated debt free! Here's what you'll get out of this week's episode:What a 529 plan even is and how it actually worksThe biggest myths about 529 plans (FYI they're not just for college tuition!)Simple ways to quickly and easy start saving for your kids' education todayHere's where you can find Patricia after the show:https://www.facebook.com/Route529Momhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/patriciarobertssolutions/https://www.instagram.com/route529mom/And here's where you can get Patricia's book: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1735750603/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1735750603&linkCode=as2&tag=mamaworkit-20&linkId=7293bf282fb96648a82332d980322105Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode!  ❤️

This week I'm talking to ToriAnn Perkey - a recruiting guru and online business management expert. As co-founder of IntegrateUp, ToriAnn helps people who want to work online get hired by visionary CEOs looking to build their dream teams. She believes that every person who deserves the freedom and flexibility to build the life they want while working remotely.  So if you are listening today and wanting to transition into a work from home work opportunity, you are tuning into the right episode.  Here's what you'll get out of it:How to show up 100% at home and at work when you're working from home and avoid blurred linesWays to make even the smallest spaces a work from home office sanctuaryTips to land your dream work from home gigHere's where you can find ToriAnn after the show:https://integrateup.co/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/hireuponline  Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode!  ❤️

This week we're going deep, mama friends.  We're talking about trusting your intuition and how powerful and important that is when you're making major decisions about your life. How do you do this if you're not even sure what you're intuition looks like, feels like, sounds like, smells like?  I'm about to teach you three simple steps you can take to connect with your intuition in this episode.  Don't miss this week's episode!Here's what you'll get out of it:Why you shouldn't wait to be faced with a big decision to connect with your intuitionHow to ensure you're connecting with your intuition dailyWhy it's important to do you and how 'you' will change and evolve over timeDon't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode!  ❤️

This week I am chatting with the amazing Emily Siegel.  Emily is a friendship mentor and coach, podcast host, corporate mom of two adorable little boys, and lover of all-things broadway musicals. As the leader of The Connected Mom Life Community, she helps busy moms create the circle of friends they crave.  Emily firmly believes we weren't made to mom alone and she's on a mission to see that we stop trying to.  If you are in a space where you wish you had more time for friends or feel like you're not even sure where to start to create those friendships you're craving, Emily is going to dive into exactly how to make that happen in your busy juggle of mom life, work life, wife life, fill in the blank life.  Here's what you'll get out of it:Easy ways to make new mom friends, even when you're a busy working mom with little timeThe app you need to be able to talk to your friends dailyThe biggest mistake moms make when it comes to putting themselves out there and meeting new peopleHere's where you can find Emily after the show:https://www.theconnectedmomlife.comInstagram Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode!  ❤️

Want to learn how to change your whole mood, vibe and energy in just minutes?  My guest this week, Stevie Wright, founder of The Breath Channel is teaching us all about a little something with a big impact: breathwork.  I became a breathwork subscriber this past summer and I'll just say, WOW.  This sh*t works!  Even if you're a busy mama who thinks she's got no time for that, don't knock it 'till you try it.  Here's what you'll get out of this week's episode:What breathwork even is and how it works How you can easily incorporate breathwork in your day to day, no matter how busy you areAccess to Stevie's donation based breathwork membership (pay what you can) so you can get any and every type of breathwork you needHere's where you can find Stevie after the show and/or sign up for her donation based membership: The Breath ChannelInstagramDon't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode!  ❤️

Get ready to kick your Sunday Scaries to the curb 'cause this week we're talking all about routines with the amazing Toni-Ann Mayembe.  Toni-Ann is a mom, wife, full-time dentist, reservist in the Navy, and the founder of Real Happy Mom.  If you want to learn Toni-Ann's proven ways to slay the Sunday Scaries and the week ahead, be sure to tune into this week's episode.Here's what you'll get out of it:Why moms need routines just as much as kidsHow to turn Monday into your favorite day of the weekToni-Ann's top 5 tips for combatting Sunday ScariesHere's where you can find Toni-Ann after the show:https://www.realhappymom.com/ Facebook Instagram Pinterest Twitter Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode!  ❤️

This week we are diving into a topic that is one of my favs not because I enjoy it any way shape or form, but because I know how important it is to understand it and talk through it and get a handle on it if you want to be a better time momager, if you want to feel good so you can do good, if you want to live your best freaking life.  And that topic is mom guilt.  Here's what you'll get out of this week's episode:The reality of mom guilt and the many forms she takes in working mom lifeA mind blowing reframe of how to manage mom guiltWhy guilt management and time management go hand in hand in mom lifeIf this episode resonated with you and you're serious about taking further action to manage your mom guilt #likeaboss, check out Time MOMagement: a four week program that will take you from stressed to obsessed with your life and schedule.  SPECIAL bonus opportunity available if you register for Time MOMagement now through November 10, 2021 where you'll have totally FREE access to the Holiday Habits LIVE workshop happening on November 11, 2021 5-6pm PST (valued at $197) where we'll be diving into all things holiday management so you can get organized, avoid the stress, and actually have fun during the holiday season.  Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode!  ❤️

This week we're talking all about dancing, queens!  Yes, that's right, we are learning how the power of dance and movement can change your whole mood, in the current moment or the current day.  My guest, Wendy Ng, is telling us all about her experience as dance and movement coach and how she is transforming women's lives one dance at a time.  Even if you think you're the most uncoordinated ballerina out there, you are going to want to tune into this week's episode.  Here's what you'll get out of it:How to get out of a funk when you feel overwhelmed by mom life, work life, wife life, fill in the blank lifeWhy dancing might the magic medicine you needHow to get into the dancing habit, even if it feels awkward and silly to youHere's where you can find Wendy after the show:www.thewendyng.comInstagramDon't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode!  ❤️

Today we're going beyond kale and green smoothies and learning about a whole body approach when it comes to nutrition.  I'm talking to Eleanor Duelley, an Integrative Nutritionist and Holistic Health Coach and the founder of Nourishing Nutrition LLC. Her passion is empowering people to give up dieting, nourish their bodies with whole foods, and create a lifestyle they love.  Here's what you'll get out of this week's episode:Diet trends-do they work?  Should you try them?A quick & dirty look at inflammation and how it may be affecting youWhy a whole body approach is the way to go when it comes to nutrition and healthHere's where you can find Eleanor after the show:www.nourishingnutrition.net/ Instagram FacebookFacebook Group Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode!  ❤️

This week I'm chatting with Sierra Dominguez aka the Mamapreneur Coach.  Sierra teaches moms how to use digital marketing and automation to grow their business to 6+ Figures without the overwhelm and long hours. It's her mission to debunk and demasculinize all things business, marketing and making lots of money with ease. If you're a mompreneur who loves making money, but doesn't want to be stuck working 12+ hours a day on your business, this episode is for you.Here's what you'll get out of it:How Sierra manages multiple businesses while being a full time mom to her two kidsSierra's top tips for working part time hours, but making full time moneyWhat to automate in your business so you're not constantly sending emails or on social mediaHere's where you can find Sierra after the show:InstagramMMP Marketing SolutionsDon't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode!  ❤️

Lack of time is a pretty legit reason most working moms don't pursue things they love.  Do you ever feel like you are so caught up in the daily grind, that you barely even have a minute or a speck of free energy to think about what you want to do?  Or do you feel if you're not giving 110% to everything and everyone, you're not being productive?  Or are you saying yes to things you shouldn't and no to things you should be saying yes to?I'm kicking off Season 2 with all the excuses, all the reasons, all the temptation around you that is stopping you from doing the thing, from living the life you want to live. Andddd, I'm now offering totally FREE 45 minutes breakthrough calls if you're ready to stop letting these excuses get in the way of what you really want.  Schedule your breakthrough call here.Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode!  ❤️

If you are a working mom who is also managing a side hustle...or thinking of starting one, this episode is for you.  I did this for 3 years and I was able to build my following to thousands, gain awesome credibility within my audience by providing tons of free content and also writing and publishing 2 books, create multiple courses, one that has helped working parents in over 60 countries and maintains a 4.5/5 rating, and strategize the business' growth and direction, all while adding a 4th baby to our family and maintain a healthy work-life balance.   And this week, I want to share some of the things I did to make this happen.Here's what you'll get out of this week's episode:Why it's crucial your business is making you happy, not just profitableThe #1 way to grow your audience and earn their trust with limited time and energyHow to make time for it all when you're already tapped out working a 9-5, momming, and all the other things you've got going on.As mentioned during this week's episode, we're getting ready to dive into our Time Momagement 4 week program on August 23 and would love for you to join us!  If you're struggling with making time for your side hustle and want to learn my proven ways to go from stressed to obsessed with your life and schedule, sign up here --> www.mamaworkit.com/groupcoaching Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode!  ❤️

If you are a mompreneur or thinking of diving into entrepreneurship, this episode is for you girl.  I am super excited to be chatting with Megan Moran today about the power of momepreneurship & how to navigate it with ease.  Megan is not only a mom to 2 beautiful babies under 2, but also a wife and mompreneur.  She runs The Mompreneur Guide- a company that helps mom entrepreneurs navigate mompreneurship with focus, support and ease within her Mastermind Community.  As a time management and productivity junkie, I was so excited to geek out on these concepts and hear from a fellow mompreneur what her best tips and recommendations are to being your most productive self and ultimately living your best life as a mompreneur.  Here's what you'll get out of this week's episode:Megan's three core time management elements she recommends all mompreneurs focus onHow Megan started her business with 2 kids under 2 (and kept her sanity along the way)The challenge that comes along with mompreneur "freedom" and how to handle itHere's where you can find Megan after the show:https://www.themompreneurguide.com InstagramFacebookDon't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode!  ❤️

Have you ever read a book and thought, 'YES-this author gets me.'  That is exactly how I felt when I read Enough by Elizabeth Lyons, an author I didn't know until reading that book and felt like I should be best friends with after reading that book.  Elizabeth is a 5X best selling author, the publisher at Finn-Phyllis Press, and a mom of 5.  She's also obsessed with backstories, words, coffee, incessant laughter, home renovation, and generally making the impossible possible. If you've ever wanted to write a book, but have no idea where to start or how to end or what happens in the in between of it all, you are tuning into the right episode.  Here's what you'll get out of it:Liz's advice when it comes to what you should do first when you decide to start (hint: it has a lot to do with what you shouldn't)How to keep your motivation going when sh*t gets real during the processWhy mom life is a reason to write, not an excuse not toHere's where you can find Elizabeth after the show:https://www.elizabethlyons.comInstagramFacebookTwitterDon't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode!  ❤️

This week I chatted with Ana Vucetic, a certified wellness coach who also holds a Masters degree in psychology. Ana has lived in so many different countries and brings a unique perspective to her practice with such a culturally diverse background.  Having worked in global environments for over 15 years and being raised bicultural, I was excited to chat with Ana about body image and how different and similar this can be for women all over the world.  If you're an avid traveler like I used to be pre-kids, you will totally appreciate Ana's point of view on these topics.Here's what you'll get out of today's episode:How psychology and eating go hand in hand and how it can totally sabotage your ability to lose weightHow society is painting emotional eating and drinking as a normal way for us to deal with problems (wine o'clock anyone?)How our culture affects our relationship with foodAnd so much more!Here's where you can find Ana after the show:https://www.balancedbyana.comInstagramFacebookDon't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode!  ❤️

This week on the show, we are focusing on how to handle anything and everything life throws at you through the 4 key pillars I'm going to teach you.  This goes for any stressor, any major life rattling event, any big, bad news you might be shocked to receive (or not shocked to receive), any unexpected curve ball you get hit with, any crappy individual you may not be able to avoid 100%, any thing earth shattering-like a global pandemic many of us are still feeling the effects from, all of this.  You are going to learn 4 ways to live your best life throughout any and all of this.  Grab a notebook and pen if you can when you listen, you are going to want to write down these tips, trust me! 

Hey mama, guess what? You CAN have it all.  This week, I'm chatting with Maria Smith, former corporate executive, mom of 3 and a passionate blogger and advocate for the working mother.  Her blog, Confessions of a Corporate Mom, shares the stories, struggles, and triumphs of being a high performing boss in the office while also being a devoted mom and wife at home.  Born and raised in Lexington, KY she's the a former Miss Kentucky Teen, Miss Kentucky and Kentucky Derby Queen.  Maria is such a beautiful person inside and out and I loved talking to her about all things working mom and how to basically have it all without the guilt, the anxiety, and the frustration that often comes with juggling all the things.  Maria's on a mission to help women find their purpose, their passion, and their why.Here's what you'll get out of this week's episode:Maria's top tips for having it all as a working momWhat you may be doing wrong if you're not growing in your career as fast as you'd likeHow Maria turned a leadership struggle at work into an internationally read blogHere's where you can find Maria after the show:http://www.confessionsofacoporatemom.com InstagramDon't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode! For more resources on juggling mom life, work life, wife life, fill in the blank life, head on over to www.mamaworkit.com and subscribe. 

This week I'm chatting with Diana Swillinger, life coach for women, business coach for solopreneurs, and host of the Renew Your Mind Podcast.  Diana became passionate about coaching after spending her life trying to do the right thing, like be the best mom/wife/business-person--going to church, looking presentable, and recycling!  But, she still ended up feeling stuck and miserable. After figuring out how to get out of this funk and step into a life of freedom and fun, Diana's work is now centered around helping her clients unstuck their brains and stop sabotaging themselves by teaching practical tools that allow them to enjoy life again.  If you're feeling stuck in any part of your life or business, you are definitely going to want to listen to this week's episode.Here's what you'll get out of it:Why you shouldn't self medicate your ‘stuckness' with being busyThe three simple steps you can take to get unstuckThe root cause of so many obstacles moms face dailyHere's where you can find Diana after the show:https://www.dianaswillinger.com/ InstagramDon't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode! For more resources on juggling mom life, work life, wife life, fill in the blank life, head on over to www.mamaworkit.com and subscribe. 

Going back to work after maternity leave is never easy. While many companies are starting to provide more supportive environments for moms returning, most don't have formal policies and groups dedicated to supporting working moms or working parents in general.  My guest this week, Brooke Shapiro, a corporate manager, saw this gap in her own organization, and decided to spearhead her own campaign to support the working parent community.  In this week's episode, Brooke shares her personal story and simple tips for creating a more working parent friendly environment you can apply at your own job.  Here's what you'll get out of this episode:Simple steps to get started forming your own working parent support initiativeHow to get HR support and fundingA laundry list of free ideas to create more support, community, and a culture of understanding toward working parentsHere's where you can find Brooke after the show:https://pandemicworkingparent.comInstagramDon't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode! For more resources on juggling mom life, work life, wife life, fill in the blank life, head on over to www.mamaworkit.com and subscribe. 

Ever been through some sh*t?  Who hasn't, right?  Whether it be a breakup or divorce, a health scare for yourself or a loved one or even just a funk mentally, it can feel really hard to get yourself back on track.  This week, I'm talking to transformational coach Kate Reuter about how going through her own pain helped her go from survive to thrive.  Kate shares her vulnerability through her struggles of going through cancer while pregnant followed by becoming a single mom and tells us how to recover, regain control and even rejoice after coming out your darkest moments.  Kate is living proof this can be done and now she's on a mission to help other moms through this in her coaching practice.Here's what you'll get out of this episode:Ways to turn your struggle into your strengthHow building your resilience muscle is the best way to combat anything and everything life throws at youSimple tips you can start today to get out of your funkHere's where you can find Kate after the show:http://www.katereuter.comInstagramFacebookDon't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode! For more resources on juggling mom life, work life, wife life, fill in the blank life, head on over to www.mamaworkit.com and subscribe. 

If you dread your commute, wish you had more hours to spend with your kids, or just want to ditch the traditional 9-5 schedule you've been doing, this episode is for you. I'm giving you my simple process on how to negotiate a flexible schedule and help you regain control of your time in a situation you likely think is out of your hands.  Here's what you'll get out of this week's episode:The core components of ANY negotiationWhy the cons are just an important as the pros when you're negotiatingA walk through of a complete flex time negotiation from start to finishIf you loved this episode, there is so much more goodness on topics like these in my book: Time Momagement: How to Get the Time You Need to Do the Things You Want.  Amazon Prime that shit to your house ASAP, mama.Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode! For more resources on juggling mom life, work life, wife life, fill in the blank life, head on over to www.mamaworkit.com and subscribe. 

If you're a mompreneur or thinking of becoming one, you are in for a treat this week.  We've got a freebie too, so be sure to listen to the end to snag it!  I'm chatting with Jill Salzman, founder of Founding Moms, a global membership community where you can get tips, coaching, and education on how to build and grow your business as a busy mama.  Here's what you'll get out of this week's episode:How to combat any doubts you may have if you're thinking of starting your own businessThe one thing you must do if you want to work less and make more money as an entrepreneurJill's top 3 tips to be a badass entrepreneurBONUS-use promo code onemofree for a FREE month of Jill's awesome mompreneur membership community: https://foundingmoms.com/#join Here's where you can find Jill after the show:https://foundingmoms.com/ TwitterInstagramFacebookDon't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode! For more resources on juggling mom life, work life, wife life, fill in the blank life, head on over to www.mamaworkit.com and subscribe. 

Ever wonder if those dance parties in your kitchen are giving you more than just 3 minutes of fun? After talking with Empowerment Coach Dana Inouye, I learned that movement is actually activating some crazy good sh*t into your mindset, mama.  Check out this episode if you're interested in embodying more positive vibes in your life.Here's what you'll get out of it:How embodiment is the perfect accompaniment to mindsetWhy we shouldn't shy away from the hard feelings in lifeWays you can make work not feel so hardBONUS!  Dana's sharing her custom playlists with us so we can get down with all that energy and vibe into living an epic #momlife.RELEASE and RISE PlaylistsHere's where you can find Dana after the show:www.danainouye.comHawaiiFacebookInstagramDon't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode! For more resources on juggling mom life, work life, wife life, fill in the blank life, head on over to www.mamaworkit.com and subscribe. 

Attention mamas, if you have yelled at your kids today, this week, this month, you need to listen to this week's episode.  Parenting Coach, Celia Kibler of Pumped Up Parenting is helping us with tips, tricks and information on the effects yelling has on kids and how we can find different and better ways to respond to stressful situations as busy working moms. Here's what you'll get out of it:Why you shouldn't focus on trying to make your kids happy all the timeUncovering the secrets of raising the interesting toddler creatureHow to deliver your best as a parent after a busy work dayHere's where you can find Celia after the show:https://pumpedupparenting.com FacebookInstagramLinkedInYouTubeClubhouse: @celiakibler Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode! For more resources on juggling mom life, work life, wife life, fill in the blank life, head on over to www.mamaworkit.com and subscribe. 

Hey hey, mama. Are you ready to level up your mom style? That's right.  Your style shouldn't be yoga pants and Target tees, even if you're a mama, even if they're kind of cute.  Sorry, not sorry.  If you've been in a style rut since becoming a mom, since the pandemic started, since 2010, you need to listen to this week's episode to gain amazing tips from professional stylist, Paul Julch of Urbanite Suburbanite.Here's what you'll get out of it:·        Why you SHOULD be making style a priority (hint it's not only about the clothes)·        To be trendy or not?  That is the question...·        Is a capsule wardrobe the right move for you?Here's where you can find Paul after the show:https://urbsuburbstyle.comInstagramTwitterFacebook Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode! For more resources on juggling mom life, work life, wife life, fill in the blank life, head on over to www.mamaworkit.com and subscribe. 

Do you have a morning routine? Do you wish you did? Or do you want to level up your current one to live your best life? Girl, you are tuning into the right episode. I am giving you my 10 best morning routine tips you can start ASAP to level up your productivity, your confidence, your mood and ultimately, your life.  This episode is jam packed, but here are some things I know you'll get out of it:How to get over your excuses for not creating a morning routine (I know what they are, trust me)My 10 best tips to implement into your morning routineHow to stop using coffee as a clutch to get energy, feel motivated and get going each dayDon't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode! For more resources on juggling mom life, work life, wife life, fill in the blank life, head on over to www.mamaworkit.com and subscribe. 

Oh, mama.  This week we are talking BOUNDARIES.  Do you have a hard time saying no to things?  And I don't mean things that are for YOU—I mean things that are for EVERYONE and EVERYTHING around you.  If so, you're going to want to listen to this week's episode with Desiree Wolfe, host of Slightly Unfiltered Podcast.  As the name of her podcast and biz suggests, this convo is slightly unfiltered and delivers high marks on tips, tricks, and lessons when it comes to boundaries, along with some laughs Desiree keeps it real real.  Here's what you'll get out of it:How to set boundaries using just one word.How mom guilt plays a role in boundaries and Desiree's advice for how to manage specific situationsManaging boundaries in sensitive situations Here's where you can find Desiree after the show:https://slightlyunfiltered.comInstagramDon't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode! For more resources on juggling mom life, work life, wife life, fill in the blank life, head on over to www.mamaworkit.com and subscribe. 

Ever feel mom guilt for not spending enough time with your kids?  Not playing with them enough, not giving individual attention, not really connecting because you are so BUSY juggling all the things?!  If you have felt even a twinge of this, you are going to want to listen to this week's episode with Rosemary Clark, authorized Language of Listening Coach and founder of LOVE the Way You Parent. Here's what you'll get out of it:How to have boundaries with your kids but still emotionally connect with them on a deeper level How to ditch the guilt if you're not one of those moms who LOVES playing with her kids (no shame, mama)How investing just 10 minutes a day will totally level up the way you parentHere's where you can find Rosemary after the show:InstagramFacebookDon't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode! For more resources on juggling mom life, work life, wife life, fill in the blank life, head on over to www.mamaworkit.com and subscribe. 

This week is all about organization and if you're someone who gets a high off an organized closet or clutter free space, you are going to want to listen to this (also, should we be best friends?).  I'm chatting with professional organizer Barbara Trapp of Zen your Den.  Barbara is giving us real deal tips, strategies, and stories about how to get organized and stay that way.  Here's what you'll get out of it:Which area of your home to start with when organizing your spaceHow to keep kid clutter under control, especially kid art work (anyone else drowning in that?!)Instilling good organization habits in your kids without fighting them to clean up all the timeHere's where you can find Barbara after the show:www.zenyourden.comFacebookInstagramAnd be sure to snag your free 9 tips for decluttering any room as a free gift here or schedule your FREE 30 min strategy sesh. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode! For more resources on juggling mom life, work life, wife life, fill in the blank life, head on over to www.mamaworkit.com and subscribe. 

Oh girl, get ready for some marriage truth bombs this week brought to you by Michelle Purta, life and marriage coach for moms.  Michelle focuses on empowering women to own their self worth, uplevel their communication skills, and to lead their marriage into a happier and more harmonious future.  Michelle keeps it so real about the hard stuff we all deal with in marriage but, most importantly, tells us how to LOVE your life and marriage more than ever before.  Here's what you'll get out of this episode:How to manage that tough time in your relationship when you have a new babyThe tool you must use if you want to communicate more effectively with your hubs and level up your relationshipMichelle's tips for regularly checking in to keep you and your man happyHere's where you can find Michelle after the show:www.michellepurta.comInstagramFacebookDon't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode! For more resources on juggling mom life, work life, wife life, fill in the blank life, head on over to www.mamaworkit.com and subscribe. 

Get ready to travel back to the Y2K years when you were likely reading Cosmo magazine taking those fun quizzes about knowing if you're too clingy of a girlfriend or whether your man is just not that into you because on today's episode, we're gonna take one of those quizzes, but this quiz is all about finding out what kind of communication style is more you.  Once you know that, I'm sharing my 3 simple of what it takes to be a good communicator. Yes, there are just 3 things you need to do to get your message across more efficiently, in less time and with a lot less stress and frustration.Here's what you'll get out of this week's episode:Finding out your own communication styleHow you can usually tell what someone else's style is...without giving them this quiz Three simple steps to communicate more effectively and efficientlyThis quiz is also part of my book: Time Momagement: How to Get the Time You Need to Do the Things You Want. If you like it and this episode, be sure to check it out here. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you loved this episode! For more resources on juggling mom life, work life, wife life, fill in the blank life, head on over to www.mamaworkit.com and subscribe.