This Mom Knows

Taking a leap can feel scary and lonely, and Rachel G Scott knows all about leaps of faith! Rachel is one of those women who make it look so easy, with a smile on her face and joy in her heart. Rachel is a mother, wife, author, speaker, podcaster, coach and entrepreneur extraordinaire, but in all those things, her deepest desire is to encourage women to live boldly in their calling. In this episode, Rachel helps us understand why it is important in order to live according to our purpose and God’s calling for us. As host of Taking the Leap Podcast and founder of the I Can't Come Down Movement, Rachel encourages women in finding and living out their calling by taking bold leaps. In addition to her regular writing, speaking, and coaching, she’s currently working on a book titled Diving Deeper into the Leaps that will be available March of 2024.  Connect with me and let me hear your thoughts: Website - www.thismomknows.com FB - www.facebook.com/thismomknows IG - www.instagram.com/thismomknowspodcast Topics we cover: What got her thinking about calling in her life How to lean into God’s calling How to pray and begin to uncover your personal calling Defining calling Being flexible along the way What prompts someone to make a leap The different ways she encourages women in finding and living out their calling How she balances home and work How she intentionally and strategically works to instill sensitivity to God’s calling in the lives of her children Her favorite time saving gadget Resources mentioned: Taking the Leap Podcast with Rachel G. Scott  https://the5leaps.com/ Francis Chan's Forgotten God https://amzn.to/3KGaG4T Reading plans in the YouVersion Bible App https://www.youversion.com/the-bible-app/ Better than Blended Ministry https://betterthanblended.com/ Christian clothing line called Y.C.O.G https://ycogmovement.tkidesignandprinting.com/ Diving Deeper into the Leaps Book (March 2024) Connect to https://rachelgscott.com/ for the freebie Five Days of Declarations of Your Children's iRobot: https://amzn.to/3Y3yIty Link to transcript: https://www.thismomknows.com/blog/episode-71 Connect with Rachel: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iamrachelgscott/   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelgscott/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamrachelgscott/  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZpvPeHzPv9IdCEuptmJbHQ Website: https://rachelgscott.com/  About This Mom Knows Moms know a lot of things, and when we start talking, ideas form, energy builds, and we take action. This Mom Knows is a place for moms to mompreneurs to find encouragement, connection, and maybe even collaboration but most importantly community with moms who know.  So, grab a cup of coffee, maybe a paper and pencil to jot down an idea or two, and let's discover what This Mom Knows.

  You dream of being both a mom and a business owner.  Being a mompreneur isn't easy but it is possible! With careful planning and intentional boundaries between home and business, it is possible to successfully manage being an all around mompreneur. By making sure that family comes first and prioritizing tasks accordingly, moms can find success in their businesses still have time for their families! Kelly Garcia, the owner of Momper Romper, is a mompreneur who is changing the maternity fashion world. She’s able to embrace motherhood, entrepreneurship, and at the same time has a full-time job. Kelly was looking for a modern one-piece she could wear throughout her nine months of pregnancy and beyond. Drawing on her experience and education from the Fashion Institute in Los Angeles, Kelly created the Momper Romper - a versatile piece of clothing that replaced overpriced, “not her style”, and super uncomfortable maternity apparel. The Momper Romper's success was far beyond what she expected as a single romper now shifts seamlessly into everyday wardrobe choices- ultimately providing unparalleled ease for everyone!  Today she shares her story and journey with us.  Meet Kelly Kelly Garcia is all about simplicity and she designed the Momper Romper as a simpler and more comfortable choice for maternity clothing. She originally from San Diego lives in Las Vegas with her family. She loves farmer's markets, thrifting, and escaping to explore with her family and their travel trailer.  Connect with me and let me hear your thoughts: WEBSITE - www.thismomknows.com FB - www.facebook.com/thismomknows IG - www.instagram.com/thismomknowspodcast Topics we discuss How she got started in the fashion industry and how it’s changed her Her Journey from studying fashion design to starting a clothing business How she discovered that other expecting mamas wanted (and needed!) the Momper Romper too Biggest challenge of balancing home, work, and business The benefit to paring down clothes Basics every mom’s wardrobe needs Her approach to kids clothes to keep it from being overwhelming What’s changing in the fashion industry and what motivated her in creating the Momper Romper Her favorite time saving gadget A discount coupon code for you! Resources mentioned: Momper Romper Website momperromper.com Tax Jar for sales tax https://www.taxjar.com/ Find the transcript: www.thismomknows.com/blog/episode-70 Connect with Kelly Facebook: Twitter: https://www.facebook.com/momperromper Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ph/momperromper/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/momperromper/ About This Mom Knows: Moms know a lot of things, and when we start talking, ideas form, energy builds, and we take action. This Mom Knows is a place for moms to mompreneurs to find encouragement, connection, and maybe even collaboration but most importantly community with moms who know.  So, grab a cup of coffee, maybe a paper and pencil to jot down an idea or two, and let's discover what This Mom Knows.  

Heather Greco hails from Texas, is mom of 3, and as the founder of Chaos 'n Cookies an entrepreneur and a podcaster. Keeping moms from crumbling is her main objective. Through her example and experience, she shows how managing your time wisely, delegating tasks, creating systems at home, and seeking support from others, can help any mom find success as an entrepreneur while still balancing family life. With over 10 years as a director of marketing helping build multiple six and seven figure businesses for other women, Heather created the Chaos Control System to equip moms to overcome their own objections so they can live the life they want to live, start that business they've always wanted, and embrace their role as mom without letting it define who they are. And she wants to help you, too. As a mompreneur, trying to grow a business can be quite challenging, you’re faced with a lot of challenges. You need to be able to juggle your business, family life, and personal goals all at once, and it can seem like you’re always on the run. Being a successful entrepreneur takes discipline, dedication, and hard work, but with the right tools and resources at hand anyone can reach their goals. Heather strongly believes that automation is an essential tool for managing the stress of taking care of business, home, and kids simultaneously. By automating certain tasks and using systems, busy moms can streamline their workflows, utilize their limited time, and make space for making good decisions. This lets you as a mompreneur be productive without feeling guilty or sacrificing valuable family time. Moms can find balance in their lives as they strive to build successful businesses while still ensuring that their families are provided with the best care possible. Topics Discussed ● Heather’s favorite cookie ● How Chaos 'n Cookies started ● Finding time and making things easier without feeling guilty ● Putting system into place ● How a family playbook can help your home and family ● The importance of having clear expectations ● Advice to the mom who wants to have their own business (and how to make it simple) ● The biggest marketing mistake ● The simplest marketing strategy you could start right now ● Social Media tips and strategy ● The best thing that she ever outsourced as a mom ● Her favorite time saving gadget, systems or tool Resources and Links from the Show ● Chaos n’ Cookies Family Playbook  ● Chaos n’ Cookies Podcast  ● No-Problem Parenting Book  ● Free Pocket Playbook  ● Hourglass timer Link to the transcript: https://www.thismomknows.com/blog/episode-69 Connect with Heather Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heather.steinkeril.1 Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heathersteinker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chaosncookies/ or https://www.instagram.com/theheathergreco/ Website: https://chaosncookies.com/ Connect with me Website: https://www.thismomknows.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thismomknows Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thismomknowspodcast More about This Mom Knows Moms know a lot of things, and when we start talking, ideas form, energy builds, and we take action. This Mom Knows is a place for moms to mompreneurs to find encouragement, connection, and maybe even collaboration but most importantly community with moms who know.  So, grab a cup of coffee, maybe a paper and pencil to jot down an idea or two, and let's discover what This Mom Knows.

In the midst of busy, fast-paced lives, how do we find God in the ordinary things? Christine Fisher, author of 3 books, is known for looking for God in the mundane things of the everyday. Christine appreciates everything around her that she keeps her eyes and heart open to see God and His goodness in everything even in the simplest things and actions. Listen as she shares to us how she sees, lives and shares God’s love and presence in her life, surroundings, her family and in the community through her blogs, books and actions. Meet Christine Christine has three adult children and lives in upstate New York with her husband and she is a writer who just published her third book, as well as weekly posts on her blog "Hope to Inspire You". Topics we discuss ● Seeing God in ordinary things ● What Christine would tell a tired mom who's mired in the mundane ● How she would help other people to see God's presence, goodness and grace in those very endless, seemingly endless, tiring moments ● How she instills this in her kids ● How it looks to model life after Jesus’s Ministry in a post-ish pandemic world ● How and when she started writing ● How God used the blog and turned it into the book Resources mentioned Books God's Love Illuminated: Treasured Thoughts to Inspire Walking in God's Abundant Love https://amzn.to/3WBl7ca God's Presence Illuminated: Treasured Thoughts to Inspire Hope and Light https://amzn.to/3D9ZlWc God's Compassion Illuminated: Treasured Thoughts to Inspire Following God's Way https://amzn.to/3QXDqat Connect with Jenn ● Website: https://www.thismomknows.com/podcast ● Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thismomknows ● Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thismomknowspodcast/ Find a transcript here: https://www.thismomknows.com/blog/episode-68 Connect with Christine ● Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hopetoinspireyou/ ● Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cute_fishers/ ● Website: www.hopetoinspireyou.com About This Mom Knows Moms know a lot of things, and when we start talking, ideas form, energy builds, and we take action. This Mom Knows is a place for moms to mompreneurs to find encouragement, connection, and maybe even collaboration but most importantly community with moms who know. So, grab a cup of coffee, maybe a paper and pencil to jot down an idea or two, and let's discover what This Mom Knows.

What would it look like for you to be intentional as a mom and family? Anastasia Corbin wrote the book on it! She's the author of Becoming an Intentional Family and co-author of When the Bases are Loaded: Encouragement for Moms to Hit a Grand Slam in Life. Join us as we talk about becoming an intentional family and how intentionality is a cornerstone in building confidence in your kids. Meet Anastasia Anastasia Corbin is an encourager, and she loves Jesus. Anastasia manages her home and family while blogging and providing resources that encourage overwhelmed moms to prioritize faith, family and themselves. Anastasia lives in Northern Indiana with her husband, Jonathan, and their four children when she's not writing. Anastasia enjoys digging into God's word, singing on the worship team, or just reading a book while sipping coffee Topics we discuss ● How to become an intentional family and to get everyone on board especially if you have big family ● How can moms in the throes of childhood where you are the caregiver and you have a little more responsibility and how they can be intentional about finding that sacred space, especially to spend with Jesus ● Being intentional with your time with the kids and what’s been the hardest thing to keep the balance ● The greatest joy as a result of being an intentional family ● One piece of advice she would go back give herself as a first-time mom ● How she integrates family devotions into their family’s day ● Screen time for the kids Resources mentioned Becoming an Intentional Family https://amzn.to/3w8Aw9m When the Bases are Loaded: Encouragement for Moms to Hit a Grand Slam in Life https://amzn.to/3XCOpbA Website: www.anastasiacorbin.com Find a transcript here: https://www.thismomknows.com/blog/episode-67 Connect with Jenn ● Website ● Facebook  ● Instagram Connect with Anastasia ● Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anastasiacorbin/ ● Twitter: https://twitter.com/AnastasiaCorbin ● Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ph/anastasiacorbin/ ● Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anastasiacorbin/ About This Mom Knows Moms know a lot of things, and when we start talking, ideas form, energy builds, and we take action. This Mom Knows is a place for moms to mompreneurs to find encouragement, connection, and maybe even collaboration but most importantly community with moms who know. So, grab a cup of coffee, maybe a paper and pencil to jot down an idea or two, and let's discover what This Mom Knows.

"One of the reasons that I'm doing this now while my kids are at home is so that when they're grown and off to college, I will still have a meaningful purpose." Janelle Rottier is the executive director of a nonprofit called ANew Ministries. In this episode, she shares this idea that you're more than a mom -- you're a person created with a purpose. She will also talk about how she ‘accidentally’ found herself in ministry work, and what motivated and inspired her to help teen moms. Topics we discuss ● What motherhood has taught her ● Cultivating purpose as a mom ● Modeling to our kids, nurturing and stewarding who we are and the gifts God's given us ● Journey to her ministry and an overview of ANew Ministry ● What motivated her to start her ministry for teen moms ● How she continues to be practical in living pro life ● The hardest things to keep in balance between family and leading the ministry Her favorite gadget? Clorox wipes! https://amzn.to/3Izefc8 LINK TO THE TRANSCRIPT https://www.thismomknows.com/blog/episode-66 Connect with Janell Anew ministry website anewministry.org: https://www.anewministry.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AnewMinistriesofNWI Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anewministry/ Connect with Jenn Website Facebook instagram About This Mom Knows Moms know a lot of things, and when we start talking, ideas form, energy builds, and we take action. This Mom Knows is a place for moms to mompreneurs to find encouragement, connection, and maybe even collaboration but most importantly community with moms who know.  So, grab a cup of coffee, maybe a paper and pencil to jot down an idea or two, and let's discover what This Mom Knows.

Whitney Chaffin, is a powerhouse real estate expert, who has learned how to use her passions to generate profit so she can give others a second chance at a meaningful life. MEET OUR GUEST WHITNEY CHAFFIN Whitney, originally from Ohio and now a resident of South Florida, is a real estate expert who speaks and teaches people across the country how to invest in real estate. Having experienced personal challenges and loss, she turned to volunteering and discovered the joy of helping others succeed. Today, she partners her business success with several nonprofit endeavors, including Whitney's Place where the problem of homelessness is being addressed by providing second chances with housing for people in recovery or transitioning out of prison, while also helping them invest in real estate as they lay the foundation for their financial security. I'd love for you to connect with me and share your thoughts: www.thismomknows.com www.facebook.com/thismomknows www.instagram.com/thismomknowspodcast We talk about... How Whitney got involved with Real Estate Overcoming depression through volunteering Competing for Miss Florida and using that as a platform for Whitney's Place System she follows to maximize the minutes in her day Her thoughts about investing in social housing Why it's important to be passionate about what you're doing and why you do it How the pandemic and motherhood slowed her down How to lay the foundation to build something that's financially freeing Her favorite gadget RESOURCES AND LINKS FROM THE SHOW: Whitney’s Place: https://www.whitneysplace.org/about-us Her favorite gadget is her iPhone: https://amzn.to/3uMnYDU Legacyeducation.com: https://www.legacyed.com/   LINK TO THE TRANSCRIPT https://www.ThisMomKnows.com/blog/episode-65 CONNECT WITH WHITNEY Instagram https://www.instagram.com/whit.sellers/ Website: https://www.whitneychaffin.com/ About This Mom Knows Moms know a lot of things, and when we start talking, ideas form, energy builds, and we take action. This Mom Knows is a place for moms to mompreneurs to find encouragement, connection, and maybe even collaboration but most importantly community with moms who know.  So, grab a cup of coffee, maybe a paper and pencil to jot down an idea or two, and let's discover what This Mom Knows.

In this podcast episode, Carolyn Dun discusses her simple approach to generosity and how it has made a deep impact. Carolyn Dun is a connector extraordinaire and saw a gap between small, locally focused nonprofits and the abundance of resources in the communities around her. She founded Community Purse, a giving circle that has donated nearly half a million dollars to community organizations. In this episode we talk about the benefits of generosity, both for the individual and for the community, how she embraced generosity through various biblical stewardship studies as well as how she started Community Purse, a simple, yet elegant giving circle that has been the catalyst for impacting numerous local organizations from the generosity of hundreds of women.   QuoteI have yet to run into an unhappy, generous person. Topics we discuss The gap between small locally focused nonprofits and available resources in communities Community Purse: a giving circle started by Carolyn Dun The definition of generosity and its various forms The inspiration behind the creation of Community Purse How Community Purse works: quarterly meetings, pooling resources, and grant selection process The impact of giving collectively as a group The benefits of generosity on physical and mental health Overcoming objections to giving and the flexibility of contribution The range of nonprofits supported by Community Purse Geographic limitations and vetting procedures for nonprofit selection The difference between a good ask and a great ask for grant recipients The power of storytelling and client testimonials in nonprofit presentations The positive reception of Community Purse by nonprofits and potential involvement of churches in the community Carolyn's favorite time-saving tool Resources: Community Purse https://www.communitypurse.org/ Generous Giving https://generousgiving.org/ National Christian Foundation https://www.ncfgiving.com/ Crown Financial Ministries https://www.crown.org/ Why Giving is Good for Your Health https://health.clevelandclinic.org/why-giving-is-good-for-your-health/ Carolyn's favorite time-saving tool is the donor advised fund National Christian Foundation, but she also loves her fitbit! Connect with Carolyn and Community Purse: Facebook: www.facebook.com/communitypurse Website: www.communitypurse.org Connect with me:  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/thismomknows Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thismomknowspodcast/  Website: https://www.thismomknows.com About This Mom Knows Moms know a lot of things, and when we start talking, ideas form, energy builds, and we take action. This Mom Knows is a place for moms to mompreneurs to find encouragement, connection, and maybe even collaboration but most importantly community with moms who know.  So, grab a cup of coffee, maybe a paper and pencil to jot down an idea or two, and let's discover what This Mom Knows.  

Do you have a financial decision you've been avoiding? Perhaps you have debt you need a strategy for eliminating or simply want resources on helping your kids manage their allowance. Today my guest is Emily Guy Birken. She is a finance expert, author, coach and speaker. In this episode we talk about helping people understand that a lot of the stress and pressure we feel about money is unnecessary, how she handles being a stay home parent at the same time being a mompreneur who's had multiple careers, and financial literacy. MEET OUR GUEST EMILY GUY BIRKEN Emily Guy Birken is a former educator, lifelong money nerd, and a Plutus award-winning freelance writer specializing in the scientific research behind irrational money behaviors. She can make complex financial topics relatable and easily understood by everyday people like you and me. And if that isn't impressive enough, she's also the author of several books, including the five years before you retire, and financial stress now, and co-author of a brand-new book stacked your super serious guide to modern money management. Emily lives in Milwaukee with her husband, two sons, a cat, and a retired greyhound. I'd love for you to connect with me and share your thoughts: www.thismomknows.com www.facebook.com/thismomknows www.instagram.com/thismomknowspodcast WE TALK ABOUT... How Emily started freelancing as a writer after teaching How she shifted from just writing for other people to starting her own blog and doing coaching calls What are her blog and books all about and how they help people Emily’s main priorities, the struggles she faced trying to keep those things top of mind How she manages her time being a stay home mom and an entrepreneur at the same time Emily’s approach for taking a "perfect on paper" plan and making it adaptable for real life How to teach kids about money through their allowances Which to prioritize: paying off debt or investing for retirement Her favorite time-saving tool RESOURCES AND LINKS FROM THE SHOW: Emily Guy Berkin’s Children Ledger can be found at https://www.emilyguybirken.com/TMK Emily's Books - The 5 Years Before You Retire https://amzn.to/3AyeVJK - End Financial Stress Now https://amzn.to/3UPnIiJ - Stacked: Your Super Serious Guide to Modern Money Management https://amzn.to/3UPnIiJ Her favorite gadget is a timer - https://amzn.to/3EAbWSC This description contains affiliate links. If you click on one of them, I'll receive a commission. LINK TO THE TRANSCRIPT https://www.thismomknows.com/blog/episode-64 CONNECT WITH EMILY GUY BIRKEN https://www.emilyguybirken.com/TMK https://twitter.com/emilyguybirken About This Mom Knows Moms know a lot of things, and when we start talking, ideas form, energy builds, and we take action. This Mom Knows is a place for moms to mompreneurs to find encouragement, connection, and maybe even collaboration but most importantly community with moms who know.  So, grab a cup of coffee, maybe a paper and pencil to jot down an idea or two, and let's discover what This Mom Knows.  

When Kelley moved to South Florida to learn the family business, she had no idea that solving the problem of her daughter severe reaction to mosquito bites would lead her into an even bigger business. Kelley found a suction tool solution and has branded it and now sells it worldwide as a simple, chemical free way to reduce the impact of summers biggest pain - bug bites. The Bug Bite Thing was seen on Shark Tank where Kelley was given offers from all 5 sharks! Join us as we talk about her journey and the worldwide impact this simple summer solution has had. MEET OUR GUEST KELLEY Kelley Higney is the founder and CEO of Bug Bite Thing, the chemical-free reusable insect bite relief suction tool that is Amazon's number one selling insect bite treatment. Kelly is a member of Fast Company Executive Board and Forbes Business Council. She's the recipient of many awards and was named Female Entrepreneur of the Year by the 2021 Stevie Awards for Women in Business. But more than that Kelley is a mom of two girls on a mission to make life easier by removing the discomfort and irritation of bug bites. I'd love for you to connect with me and share your thoughts: www.thismomknows.com www.facebook.com/thismomknows www.instagram.com/thismomknowspodcast WE TALK ABOUT... What she does for fun when she's not working What is the Bug Bite Thing and what it does  How she started her entrepreneurial endeavor Her experience in Shark Tank and how it helped grow her business How does she handle her business and at the same time take care of her family Being extremely intentional How she manages her time, prioritizes important things, and delegates it  Hiring out of necessity and at that same time building the long-term business plan on what her goals were Bug Bite Thing and Kelley's impact on the Community as a mom on a mission How the Bug Bite Thing started What a mom/ mompreneur could do today to start to move her idea one step closer to being a reality Kelley's favorite tool  RESOURCES AND LINKS FROM THE SHOW: Link to the Bug Bite Thing: https://amzn.to/3zAisaE Link to Shark Tank episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DZNlwB3fiNc She taught herself social media marketing and began taking Udemy programs https://www.udemy.com/courses/marketing/ Their success had benefited her community through volunteering and donating back to the Treasure Coast Food Bankhttps://stophunger.org/  Link to Transcript: ThisMomKnows.com/blog/episode-63 CONNECT WITH KELLEY FB: https://www.facebook.com/KelleyHigneyCEO FB: https://www.facebook.com/bugbitething/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/kelleyhigneyCEO/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/bugbitething/ https://www.bugbitething.com/  About This Mom Knows: Moms know a lot of things, and when we start talking, ideas form, energy builds, and we take action. This Mom Knows is a place for moms to mompreneurs to find encouragement, connection, and maybe even collaboration but most importantly community with moms who know.  So, grab a cup of coffee, maybe a paper and pencil to jot down an idea or two, and let's discover what This Mom Knows.

"Do more for your family" and "Be present in the moment" are conflicting messages that moms hear everyday. You may have heard it described as being a Mary or a Martha. Claire McGarry felt that tension and began to look deeper at that Bible story about those famous sisters. Along the way she discovered a gift from that story. In this episode, Claire shares her G-I-F-T method where we G-Gauge what our stress is I-Invite it in F-Filter through it with God's loving eyes T-Transform it into grace at the feet of Jesus Meet our Guest Claire: Claire McGarry is the author of Grace In Tension:  Discover Peace with Martha and Mary, and the Lenten family devotionals, Abundant Mercy and With our Savior. She's the founder of mosaic of faith as well as a regular contributor to living faith Mornings with Jesus and Catholic Mom. She's also a freelance writer, and her work has appeared in These Days, The Secret Place, Chicken Soup for the Soul books and Keys for Kids, which is near and dear to my heart, is I looked forward to that arriving in my mailbox when I was a kid. And if that's not enough writing for you, she also blogs at shiftingmyperspective.com. Claire is a former lay missionary to Guatemala now living in New Hampshire with her husband and three children.  Connect with me and let me hear your thoughts: Website - http://www.thismomknows.com FB - www.facebook.com/thismomknows IG - www.instagram.com/thismomknowspodcast Topics we cover: Claire's experience as a lay missionary in Guatemala Reasons for moving to New Hampshire Claire's journey as a mompreneur and writer Balancing priorities between family and business Importance of quality time and values in family life Writing for God as Claire's top priority Establishing a routine for strategic planning and scheduling The tension between doing and being, exemplified by Mary and Martha The misconceptions and labels associated with Mary and Martha Recognizing the positive aspects of tension and stress The GIFT acronym: Gauge, Invite, Filter, Transform Applying the steps of GIFT to navigate stress and tension Seeking clarity and seeing situations through God's eyes Identifying the good and taking transformative actions Her favorite time saving gadget/tool Resources mentioned: You can go even deeper in the book she has written called Grace in Tension: Discover Peace with Martha and Mary. Her book, Mary and Martha were from the Gospel Luke Some themes you'll hear in this episode are: we need both doing and being, and right action with the wrong intention, or wrong action with right intention will leave us feeling unbalanced In doing or being, Jesus can help us realign and choose the best Claire's favorite gadget is her DustBuster! Link to transcript: https://www.thismomknows.com/blog/episode-62  Connect with Claire: Website: https://shiftingmyperspective.com/ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/ClaireMcGarryAuthor Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clairemcgarrywrites About This Mom Knows Moms know a lot of things, and when we start talking, ideas form, energy builds, and we take action. This Mom Knows is a place for moms to mompreneurs to find encouragement, connection, and maybe even collaboration but most importantly community with moms who know.  So, grab a cup of coffee, maybe a paper and pencil to jot down an idea or two, and let's discover what This Mom Knows.  

Self-care. We know we need it, but we don't always know how to do it in a way that doesn't feel selfish. Jenn Collins from Mama Needs Box joins us to help us solve that problem and make it a natural part of our mom life. Meet our Guest Jenn: Jenn Collins is the Chief Self-Care Officer at and founder of the Mama Needs subscription box. Jenn is on a mission to help mamas understand the need for self-care and give them the tools and inspiration to prioritize it. Married to her high school sweetheart and mama to three amazing kids, Jenn and her family live in North Carolina where they still can't believe that they get to see mountains every day. Connect with me and let me hear your thoughts: Website - http://www.thismomknows.com FB: https://www.facebook.com/thismomknows IG: https://www.instagram.com/thismomknowspodcast Topics we cover: The importance of self-care  Personal experience with burnout and the impact on motherhood Different seasons of motherhood and adapting self-care practices Seeking help and support from others in taking care of oneself Tailoring self-care activities to individual preferences and needs The importance of learning from each other in motherhood The impact of generational differences in motherhood and the changing roles of husband and wife The need for setting boundaries and saying no to prevent burnout Priorities and struggles in balancing business and family The concept and details of the subscription box for moms The role of community and mom teams in self-care Overcoming the belief of not having enough time for self-care Making use of fringe hours for self-care activities Her favorite time-saving gadget, system, or tools Resources mentioned: The Fringe Hours: Making Time for You by Jessica Turner Jenn's favorite resource is grocery pickup Get 15% off a subscription (or anything on the Mama Needs Box site) by using the code PODCAST at checkout at mamaneedsbox.com http://www.thismomknows.com/system Link to transcript: https://www.thismomknows.com/blog/episode-61  Connect with Jenn: Website: https://mamaneedsbox.com/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mamaneedsbox Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mamaneedsbox Listen to the Mama Needs Podcast Email:  info@mamaneedsbox.com About This Mom Knows Moms know a lot of things, and when we start talking, ideas form, energy builds, and we take action. This Mom Knows is a place for moms to mompreneurs to find encouragement, connection, and maybe even collaboration but most importantly community with moms who know.  So, grab a cup of coffee, maybe a paper and pencil to jot down an idea or two, and let's discover what This Mom Knows.        

You have a message to share! Maybe it's a life experience that shaped you, a topic you have a lot of experience with, or a situation you want to help people avoid. Mary Snyder is all about helping women take the message they have in their hearts and turn it into a speaking career. Meet our Guest Mary: Mary is a speaker, event, and tour producer. One of her favorite things is to emcee events for other speakers. Mary has a passion to help women take their message that is burning in their heart and start a speaking career. She's the host of Take the Stage Podcast and founder of Activate Your Speaking Career. But more than that, she's a mom and grandma and loves life in a small town in Alabama.  Connect with me and let me hear your thoughts: Website - http://www.thismomknows.com FB: https://www.facebook.com/thismomknows IG: https://www.instagram.com/thismomknowspodcast Topics we cover: Mary's desire to help women start a speaking career Mary's journey as a speaker Motivation behind Mary's transition from being a speaker to starting a speaker training business Shifting to working in the speaking touring world before the pandemic hit Starting a podcast for speakers during the pandemic Finding time for creativity and starting a business Balancing home, family, and building a business Strategic time management, setting priorities, and delegating responsibilities  Balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship Understanding the seasons of life and adapting to change Recognizing that success takes time and consistency Favorite time-saving gadget Resources mentioned: Recipe Activate your speaking career; check out her courses at https://maryrsnyder.podia.com/ and register at https://maryrsnyder.com/activate-wait-list/for a Perfect System: http://www.thismomknows.com/system Mary's favorite time saving gadgets are her timer and Asana for project management Link to transcript: https://www.thismomknows.com/blog/episode-60 Connect with Mary: Website: https://www.maryrsnyder.com/  Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/MaryRSnyder Facebook Speaker Group: https://www.facebook.com/Takethestage/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MaryRSnyder/ About This Mom Knows Moms know a lot of things, and when we start talking, ideas form, energy builds, and we take action. This Mom Knows is a place for moms to mompreneurs to find encouragement, connection, and maybe even collaboration but most importantly community with moms who know.  So, grab a cup of coffee, maybe a paper and pencil to jot down an idea or two, and let's discover what This Mom Knows.      

Who's on your Mom Team? We have lots of conversations about how people, systems, and even gadgets can nicely fill spots, but we don't often talk about the most important member - Jesus.  Heather Jonsson from the Bold Mercies Podcast is with us today toshares her experience of digging out of overwhelm and giving Jesus a leading role on her Mom Team. Meet our Guest Heather: Heather Jonsson is mom to five teens and tweens, mostly teens, and a proud Air Force spouse. She and her husband have been married for 21 years and currently call Florida home. When she's not nurturing her children, you can find her teaching, writing, or podcasting. In all she does, though she desires to shine a spotlight on the glories of God and His enabling power to walk in faith. Connect with me and let me hear your thoughts: Website: https://www.thismomknows.com FB: https://www.facebook.com/thismomknows IG: https://www.instagram.com/thismomknowspodcast Topics we cover:   Heather's experience as a military spouse and the number of places she has lived The challenges and glitches involved in packing and moving as a military family Overview of Heather's blog and podcast Overwhelmed as moms and the need to find ways to overcome it Comparison of parenting experiences between the early years of marriage and the teen years Heather's perspective on the different stages of parenting and the challenges and joys they bring Encouragement to young moms that parenting does get easier as children grow up The fun aspects of parenting teenagers and the opportunities for bonding and shared activities Heather's favorite time-saving system Resources mentioned: Bold Mercies Podcast  http://heatherjjonsson.com/boldmercies/ https://www.bible.com/bible/111/JHN.10.10.NIV;   https://www.bible.com/bible/compare/JHN.6.35,48,51 Kay Arthur and Precepts Studies How to Organize Anything in Your Mompreneur Life: http://www.thismomknows.com/system Heather's favorite system is how she does laundry!  Need help on a laundry system for yourself?  Check out this post on doing laundry and some great tools to make laundry fun and easy.  Link to transcript: https://www.thismomknows.com/blog/episode-59 Connect with Heather: Website: http://heatherjjonsson.com/ Facebook: hhttps://www.facebook.com/heatherjjonsson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heatherjjonsson Listen to her podcast Bold Mercies About This Mom Knows Moms know a lot of things, and when we start talking, ideas form, energy builds, and we take action. This Mom Knows is a place for moms to mompreneurs to find encouragement, connection, and maybe even collaboration but most importantly community with moms who know.  So, grab a cup of coffee, maybe a paper and pencil to jot down an idea or two, and let's discover what This Mom Knows.    

Remember when your kids were little and you and your kids got together with all the other moms and their kids? When you had support and community? And then they became middle schoolers, and you found yourself a little bit more on the fringes with less mom community. Kim Caifano from Middle School Mommer is with us today to talk about being a mom in these middle years as well as starting a business during and for the middle school years. Meet our Guest Kim: Kim Caifano is a writer, speaker, and founder of MiddleschoolMommer. The middle school years can be lonely as a mom, but Kim loves to walk with moms through these formative years of parenting. Kim grew up in a small town of 647 people and moved straight to downtown Chicago after college graduation for a marketing job. Talk about culture shock. She currently lives in Geneva, Illinois with her husband and her three kids.  Connect with me and let me hear your thoughts: Website - http://www.thismomknows.com FB: https://www.facebook.com/thismomknows IG: https://www.instagram.com/thismomknowspodcast Topics we cover: The desire to create a business and make money from writing The decision to specialize and find a niche in middle school parenting Balancing writing, entrepreneurship, and family life as a mompreneur The integration of marketing knowledge and experience in building a business The challenges and steps involved in writing and publishing a book Establishing a personal brand and expanding it beyond writing The importance of recognizing the backstories of admired individuals Constant learning Recognizing gaps and seeking help or hiring assistance The process of starting a business and finding the right people to help Kim's business approach and her role as a writer, speaker, and founder of Middle School Mommer. Feelings of isolation and the importance of community support for middle school moms Market research and struggles experienced by middle school moms The difficulties of reaching and engaging middle school moms as an audience Balancing the integration of the business with family needs and battling mom guilt The all-or-nothing mentality and the importance of not giving up until achieving pride in one's work favorite time-saving tool Resources mentioned: Brian Dixon  https://www.briandixon.com/ and Hope Writers https://www.hopewriters.com/ WhatWomenWants https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/what-women-want-2000 The Three Amigos https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/three-amigos-1986 Episode 34 with Adriana Cagan on Living Your Priorities Mom Walks series by Rebecca Prenevost Kim's favorite time-saving resource is her Roomba Recipe for a Perfect System: http://www.thismomknows.com/system Link to transcript: https://www.thismomknows.com/blog/episode-57  Connect with Kim: Website: https://www.middleschoolmommer.com/ (where you can sign up for her conversation starter download) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/middleschoolmommer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/middleschoolmommer About This Mom Knows Moms know a lot of things, and when we start talking, ideas form, energy builds, and we take action. This Mom Knows is a place for moms to mompreneurs to find encouragement, connection, and maybe even collaboration but most importantly community with moms who know.  So, grab a cup of coffee, maybe a paper and pencil to jot down an idea or two, and let's discover what This Mom Knows.      

When you sit down to work do you spend more time preparing to work or actually working?  Today we talk about the key components that you need when designing your workspace. Connect with me and let me hear your thoughts: Website - www.thismomknows.com FB: https://www.facebook.com/thismomknows IG: https://www.instagram.com/thismomknowspodcast Topics we cover: Importance of an uncluttered workspace Sorting and purging clutter to create a permanent home for items Essential items for a workspace, such as pens, paper, and tools of the trade The need for power and convenient outlets Benefits of having a second monitor for increased productivity Choosing a suitable bag for a portable workspace Duplicating essential items for a portable workspace The significance of planning for portability The inclusion of extension cords and charging cords in the bag Portable options for a second monitor Organizing pens and paper in a bag for easy access Keeping duplicate tools of the trade in the bag Considering additional items for specific needs (e.g., fingerless gloves) Identifying items that need to be duplicated and those that remain in both workspaces Seamless transition between workspaces for uninterrupted work Resources mentioned: Episode 51: 3 Essential Systems for Your Business Laptop Backpack Computer Mat File Organizer Extension cord 2nd Monitor Pencil Case Webcam Fingerless Gloves Recipe for a Perfect System: https://www.thismomknows.com/system Link to transcript: https://www.thismomknows.com/blog/episode-56  About This Mom Knows Moms know a lot of things, and when we start talking, ideas form, energy builds, and we take action. This Mom Knows is a place for moms to mompreneurs to find encouragement, connection, and maybe even collaboration but most importantly community with moms who know.  So, grab a cup of coffee, maybe a paper and pencil to jot down an idea or two, and let's discover what This Mom Knows.  

Riley Whitson knows all about meal planning with Plan to Eat.  Meal planning is one of the 3 key systems that will let you put your energy into more important things, and Plan to Eat is exactly what you need. Meet our Guest Riley: Riley Whitson is Director of Marketing Communications for my favorite tool Plan to Eat. She has worked for Plan to Eat for the last seven years and in that time has held many different roles and holds a certification in meal planning. She's a mom of a feisty two year old little girl. And over the last two years, she has discovered just exactly how important meal planning is to the life of a family. Connect with me and let me hear your thoughts: Website - http://www.thismomknows.com FB: https://www.facebook.com/thismomknows IG: https://www.instagram.com/thismomknowspodcast Topics we cover: How Riley ended up working at Plan to Eat The importance of meal planning in family life The overview of Plan to Eat as a digital meal planner Meal planning strategies Allowing kids to cook using the app's recipe book and steps Exporting the shopping list for grocery pickup or delivery How meal planning helps with intentional food choices and introducing new foods The convenience and time-saving aspect of having a meal plan and grocery order in place Sharing the workload of cooking with family members to make it more manageable Customizing Plan to Eat to fit individual needs and preferences The satisfaction of having a well-organized shopping list and a stress-free mealtime experience The transition from being a personal chef to using Plan to Eat for personal meal planning Resources mentioned: Check out her Recipe  Sign up for 45-Day Free Trial of Plan to Eat: https://www.PlantoEat.com/hi/ThisMomKnows Riley's favorite resource is Instacart Link to transcript: https://www.thismomknows.com/blog/episode-55 Connect with Riley: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/plantoeat/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/plantoeat/ Website: https://www.plantoeat.com  Email:  help@plantoeat.com About This Mom Knows Moms know a lot of things, and when we start talking, ideas form, energy builds, and we take action. This Mom Knows is a place for moms to mompreneurs to find encouragement, connection, and maybe even collaboration but most importantly community with moms who know.  So, grab a cup of coffee, maybe a paper and pencil to jot down an idea or two, and let's discover what This Mom Knows.    

We're celebrating and it's all thanks to you! Did you know most podcasts don't make it past 10 episodes? (True story!) But thanks to you, This Mom Knows is 1-year old! To celebrate we're highlighting your favorite episodes of this past year. Connect with me and let me hear your thoughts: Website - www.thismomknows.com FB - https://www.facebook.com/thismomknows IG - https://www.instagram.com/thismomknowspodcast Resources mentioned: Episode 3: Jenn Uren on Overwhelm Episode 5: Crystal Paine on Love-Centered Parenting Get a copy of Love-Centered Parenting Episode 6: Jenn Uren on Adoption & Trauma Episode 35: Jenn Uren on The 90 Day Year Episode 39: Emily Morgan on The Power of Delegation (also check out Episode 48: Jenn Uren on What is a System (and Why Does it Matter)?) Episode 41: Melissa Tubergen on Non-Profits are Entrepreneurial too! Episode 43: Carolyn Dun on Generosity Episode 44: Jenn Uren on Your Mom Team Episode 45: Amanda Cunningham on Creating the Solution You Need Episode 49: Jenn Uren - It's About Time Recipe for a Perfect System: http://www.thismomknows.com/system Link to transcript: https://www.thismomknows.com/blog/episode-54  About This Mom Knows Moms know a lot of things, and when we start talking, ideas form, energy builds, and we take action. This Mom Knows is a place for moms to mompreneurs to find encouragement, connection, and maybe even collaboration but most importantly community with moms who know.  So, grab a cup of coffee, maybe a paper and pencil to jot down an idea or two, and let's discover what This Mom Knows.    

Kate Kordsmeier knows being a mompreneur means that we have to wear many hats. But just because we are responsible for something doesn't mean that we have to trade our time to get it done. Kate has leveraged systems - especially evergreen funnels -- effectively turning a significant portion of her income into a passive revenue that allows her to invest her energy into the things that matter to her -- especially her growing family. Meet our Guest Kate: Kate Kordsmeier is a writer, educator and creative entrepreneur. She lives in Atlanta with her husband Matt and their two kiddos, Jackson, and Gemma and their three, fur babies Scout, Boo, and Finch - and yes, they are named for the characters and To Kill a Mockingbird. She left a flourishing freelance writing career to start a holistic wellness blog called Root + Revel, which became a multi six figure business. She now teaches other heart centered online entrepreneurs to monetize their online business with sustainable tactics that don't result in burnout or selling their soul. She does this through two courses that she offers and she's also a fellow podcaster. And you can hear her on the podcast Sucess with Soul.  Connect with me and let me hear your thoughts: Website - http://www.thismomknows.com FB - www.facebook.com/thismomknows IG - www.instagram.com/thismomknowspodcast Topics we cover: The concept of working smarter, not harder, and scaling income without burning out Kate's transition from a freelance food and travel writer to starting a holistic wellness blog called Root + Revel Kate's motivation for starting the blog The growth of Root + Revel into a six-figure business The success of Root + Revel as a blog, even during periods of inactivity The misconception that blogging is just a personal space rather than a real business The changing landscape of blogging as a business tool The importance of incorporating a blog component into any business for organic traffic and lead generation The importance of delegating tasks to free up time and energy for more strategic and high-impact work Repurposing podcast content into blog posts for better accessibility The struggle of driving traffic from podcasts to websites and the importance of creating SEO-friendly blog content The podcast as a credibility builder and nurturing existing audiences rather than gaining new ones Monetization strategies for podcasts, including using them as a marketing strategy and promoting other products or services Challenges of balancing home and business priorities, particularly during the pandemic The importance of outsourcing and employing help to maintain balance and reduce stress Leaning on existing products and implementing evergreen models for scalability and passive income The process of tweaking and planning ahead to optimize passive income streams Advice for mompreneurs, emphasizing the significance of having a blog as a home base for business and leveraging it  Resources mentioned: Listen to her podcast, Success with Soul  Register and grab her Free Webinar Masterclass on “Six Systems  for Six-Figure CEO’s https://katekordsmeier.com/6-systems to get 2 free bonuses. Kate's favorite resource is Cyclical Living.  Learn more in the book Woman Code or Do Less. Link to transcript: https://www.thismomknows.com/blog/episode-53  Connect with Kate: Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/katekordsmeier/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/KateKordsmeier   Website:  https://katekordsmeier.com/  Email:  hi@katekordsmeier.com About This Mom Knows Moms know a lot of things, and when we start talking, ideas form, energy builds, and we take action. This Mom Knows is a place for moms to mompreneurs to find encouragement, connection, and maybe even collaboration but most importantly community with moms who know.  So, grab a cup of coffee, maybe a paper and pencil to jot down an idea or two, and let's discover what This Mom Knows.    

Connect with me and let me hear your thoughts: Website - www.thismomknows.com FB - www.facebook.com/thismomknows IG - www.instagram.com/thismomknowspodcast Topics we cover: Mompreneurs and their unique challenges Differentiating mompreneurs from working moms and work-from-home moms Defining what a mompreneur is: a mom plus an entrepreneur Distinguishing between owning a business and having a job Income differences between mompreneurs and traditional employment Accountability and decision-making as a mompreneur Contrasting working environments: outside the home, work-from-home, and within family life Various roles and businesses mompreneurs engage in Examples of mompreneurs and their businesses:              Michele Holmes: Homeschooling Co-Op resources for high school students              Rachel Fehrenbach: Teaching busy moms the power of Sabbath rest              Melissa Tubergen: Starting a nonprofit for foster and adoptive families              Amanda Cunningham: Creating a resource for families with special needs The commonality of mompreneurs solving problems or meeting needs through their businesses Balancing the dual roles of parenting and running a business Importance of simple systems to manage priorities and minimize mom guilt Benefits of having good systems and the ability to adapt to changes References to previous episodes discussing systems and essential systems for home and business Mention of a tool available for creating the right system to support mompreneurs Resources mentioned: Episode 2: Michele Holmes with Homeschool Directive Episode 21: Rachel Fahrenbach and Sabbath Rest Episode 41: Melissa Tubergen with Give Hope RV Episode 45: Amanda Cunningham and The Glory Days Co. Planner Recipe for a Perfect System download Link to transcript: https://www.thismomknows.com/blog/episode-52  About This Mom Knows Moms know a lot of things, and when we start talking, ideas form, energy builds, and we take action. This Mom Knows is a place for moms to mompreneurs to find encouragement, connection, and maybe even collaboration but most importantly community with moms who know.  So, grab a cup of coffee, maybe a paper and pencil to jot down an idea or two, and let's discover what This Mom Knows.