WAHMs Rock! The Podcast

Hey everyone! We are taking a summer break. New episodes will resume in August. Until then, listen to one of our favorite podcast interviews to date. Enjoy! This episode was such a blast to record.  We talked with Tahneesha Smith, long time VA and friend.  Tahneesha is the mastermind behind A Virtual Blessing, a VA Service company serving Christ-centered businesses.  During our interview, Tahneesha shares some of her best secrets for balancing homeschooling while working from home. We also discussed: What a typical day looks like: a day in the life of a homeschooling work at home mom Tahneesha and Jenifer bust some common myths about homeschooling The challenges and rewards of homeschooling Staying in a positive frame of mind while balancing WAH life and homeschooling Finding homeschooling resources and tools to teach concepts to your children Listen in as Tahneesha gets real about the challenges and helps us all see that balancing homeschool and working from home IS possible. http://www.wahmsrock.com/008  

On this episode we talk with Isagenix Associate, Meredith Johnson Franklin as she shares her story of growth and personal development.  We discussed trading time for money and why it's a bad thing, plus how to find your tribe. We also chatted about: Learning skills and stepping outside your comfort zone, for a time Social media being a highlight reel and not a true picture of a person's struggles How to guard your focus The importance of determining your value Listen in as Meredith Johnson Franklin shares how she went from an exhausted, overworked hairdresser to a content and comfortable mom working in a business she loves. 

This week we took a "no holds barred" approach to our recording.  No outlines, no true direction of where the conversation was going to go. And, as it turned out, it was a lot of fun. We did talk on topics related to life as a work at home mom, of course! Including self-care, our support network and accountability partners. In this episode we cover: What our ideal self-care practices look like Getting support from our spouses  Jenifer's multiple accountability partners And, why Darlene needs incognito coaching Tune in for this free-wheeling and fun conversation!

In this episode we are talking with Master Certified Confidence Coach, Jackie Gartman.  We cover perfectionism, confidence vs. competence, and teaching our children self-compassion through the example we set. We also discussed: Calming the negative voices in our head (lizard brain) Self-promotion as women business owners Jackie's Confidence Quiz Join us as Jackie shares her tips and strategies for blocking limiting beliefs and boosting our personal and professional confidence.  Want to learn more?  You can find Jackie on her website.

This week Jenifer and I talk about our experiences walking away from our businesses and taking an actual J-O-B.  Taking a JOB rather than working in our own businesses allowed for firmer working hours (9-5), a safety net with pay and more. But was it all worth it? Listen to this episode to find out!   In this episode we cover: How the opportunity to take a job came about Making the decision to walk away from our business, was it hard or easy? How working in a 9-5 job differed from running a business What changed and why we ultimately left our "day jobs" What we learned from our experiences And we discuss whether it was all worth it Plus, Jenifer shares an interesting parable, The Fox and The Hedgehog, and how it plays into running a business. 

The 10th episode of WAHMs Rock! The Podcast just dropped and we’re celebrating with a contest and special offer. Listen to this short episode for a special offer and contest announcement! https://wahmsrock.com/celebrate10/

This episode marks our first male guest!  Mark Struczewski, productivity problem solver, shared some amazing insight on overcoming feelings of overwhelm. We also chatted about: Interruptions and how they disrupt productivity Accountability partner dos and don'ts Everyone's favorite word, perfectionism Listen in as Mark Struczewski shares productivity tips and resources.  You can find Mark on Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn.

This fun episode features Jenifer and one of our favorite WAHMs Rock! Facebook group moms, Nicholle Vaughn.   Jenifer and Nicholle discuss the challenges of starting a new business, plus being flexible when working from home, especially with young kids. This episode also covers: Having a great support network Starting where you are Tools and tips for starting a new business Listen in as Nicholle shares her thoughts and experiences on these important topics. Nicholle is a Virtual Assistant and owner of Vaughn Assists You. With many years experience providing customer service and administration assistance, she now assists clients with freeing up their time so they can focus on growing their business. She is also a current member of the National Resume Writers Association.

This episode was such a blast to record.  We talked with Tahneesha Smith, long time VA and friend.  Tahneesha is the mastermind behind A Virtual Blessing, a VA Service company serving Christ-centered businesses.  During our interview, Tahneesha shares some of her best secrets for balancing homeschooling while working from home. We also discussed: What a typical day looks like: a day in the life of a homeschooling work at home mom Tahneesha and Jenifer bust some common myths about homeschooling The challenges and rewards of homeschooling Staying in a positive frame of mind while balancing WAH life and homeschooling Finding homeschooling resources and tools to teach concepts to your children Listen in as Tahneesha gets real about the challenges and helps us all see that balancing homeschool and working from home IS possible. http://www.wahmsrock.com/008  

Work/life balance has been a concern for men and women alike, for many years.  Working from home is no exception, especially for work at home moms.  In this fun episode we discuss this delicate balance and what an average day looks like in the life of a WAHM. In business for over 10 years, we both have tips and experience to share with you as we discuss: Mom and Biz Mom - transitioning between the two What happens when mom and biz mom roles battle When does mom trump biz mom Tips for WAHMs when it comes to wearing two hats Does this topic resonate with you?  Head on over to our  Facebook Group to join the conversation. http://www.wahmsrock.com/007 Music Credits Energy, by Ben Sound, Memories, by Ben Sound Bright Wish, Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/. "Street Party" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Today’s special guest, Terry Green, stopped by to discuss being committed to your work when running a business from home. We discussed losing control and why Terry started her business. We also covered how she stays motivated to be successful now that her children are grown. We also chatted about: How the WAHM landscape has changed over the past 20 years Balancing working from home and having kids How a WAHM can set themselves up for business success Challenges and rewards of a WAHM lifestyle Having a dedicated space for your work Listen in as Terry Green, President of BizEase Support Solutions, shares over 2 decades of work at home experience.  Originally an office-based secretarial and resume business serving local clients in a small, rural village in Central Ohio, BizEase is now a an American-based, online marketing support company with a team of online support specialists across the US and Canada. You can learn more by visiting her website, here. Terry’s words of wisdom: Running a business of any kind at home, while raising a family isn’t easy, but is so worth it if you stick it out and don’t give up. If you have the desire and the passion and determination to go after your dreams, being in business for yourself can be extremely rewarding and exciting! http://wahmsrock.com/006  

In this part 2 episode, we wrap up the common mistakes new WAHMs make and how to avoid them. We get started by discussing an Infographic from Freshbooks that talks about how women entrepreneurship has changed over the last few decades. How do those changes play into this episode? You’ll have to listen to find out.  We talked about: Not setting and enforcing boundaries Working with clients who aren’t ideal Taking on too many projects or projects that are over your head Letting stress get the best of you Come along as we show you how to avoid these common mistakes, to make the most of your business. http://wahmsrock.com/005   Music Credits Energy, by Ben Sound, Memories, by Ben Sound Bright Wish, Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/. "Street Party" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

In this week’s “Mom Mini Session,” Darlene talks about learning to say no and how doing so can help you manage your time that much more wisely. Are you always saying yes to your clients’, friends’ or family requests and doing so, right away?  Are you frustrated because you just don’t have the time to do it all and struggle to do it ALL, in one freaking day? Darlene explains how learning to practice restraint and say no, can actually help you manage your time better. https://wahmsrock.com/004     Music Credits Energy, by Ben Sound, Memories, by Ben Sound Bright Wish, Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/. "Street Party" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

JOIN OUR FACEBOOK GROUP! In this fun episode, Darlene and I interviewed my kids.  That’s right; I managed to get all six of them around the table at the same time, on a weekend no less!  Hilarity ensued and we got some great insight on the work at home life, from the kids’ perspective. We talked about: Fun parts of being a work at home family Challenges of having a work at home mom The TherMOMometer Advice for other kids whose moms work at home Mom’s dream job, a janitor, really? Join us as we laugh and love and talk about how we make it all work. http://wahmsrock.com/003     Music Credits Energy, by Ben Sound, Memories, by Ben Sound Bright Wish, Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/. "Street Party" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/   Music Credits Energy, by Ben Sound, Memories, by Ben Sound Bright Wish, Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/. "Street Party" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

This week we have our first, ” Mom Mini Session,” episode. Mini sessions are solo episodes in which Jenifer and I share a tip, trick, or work at home mom advice.  In this episode, Jenifer talks about stress, burnout, and knowing when to sloooooow down. Is stressing ruling your life?  Are you frustrated and being unproductive because you’re distracted and overwhelmed? Jenifer explains how stopping to smell the roses, or paint, or watch TV can actually increase your productivity. http://wahmsrock.com/002     Music Credits Energy, by Ben Sound, Memories, by Ben Sound Bright Wish, Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/. "Street Party" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Welcome to the very first the episode of WAHMs Rock! The Podcast. We are so excited you’ve stopped by to check it out. To kick things off, we discussed five common mistakes new work at home mothers make. We don’t leave you hanging though, we provide tips on how to avoid them, too. So, how do we know these are common mistakes? Well, because we’ve made them and learned from them, oftentimes, the hard way. Many of the insights, tips and information we will be sharing in our podcast are drawn from our own experiences – over ten years working from home and a total of 7 children combined –  trust us when we say we’ve been there and done that. In this episode we offer our insights on the following topics: Launching your new business: create it and they will come? Right? Right? Umm… not exactly. Taking the time to actually care about your clients and LIKE the work you are doing. Setting the standards so high and killing yourself to live up to them Suffering burn out and not scheduling time for self-care Being too hard on yourself. For example, beating yourself up when you can’t get everything done for everyone in a 24-hour period. If any one of the bullet points resonate with you, then you absolutely want to tune into the first episode of WAHMs Rock! The Podcast. And, when you are done listening, tell us what you think. Leave us a note in the comments below or head over to our Facebook Group to join the conversation. https://wahmsrock.com/001     Music Credits Energy, by Ben Sound, Memories, by Ben Sound Bright Wish, Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/. "Street Party" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/