Work Life Glue

There are tons of myths about every job under the sun, but I think working from home as a mompreneur has possibly the most misconceptions out there since it is so unknown how that actually works.  Today, I'm going to be breaking down these myths, dispelling them, and sharing what being a mompreneur is ACTUALLY like.Work Life Glue Box: https://www.worklifegluebox.com/Work Life Glue on Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/worklifeglue/Work Life Glue on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/worklifeglue/

We all live in the world of hustle and bustle no matter how hard we try.  Even those of us who work really hard to not be going, going, going all the time still feel like we often can't get the quality family time we so crave!  There's always something to do: grocery shopping, cleaning, getting together with loved ones, extracurricular activities - the list goes on and on!  But, there is one way to make sure you get quality family time every week or at least every other week!  Create a Family Glue Night!  Listen to this episode to learn what a Family Glue Night is, how to implement it, and what to do during a Family Glue Night for cheap or free!SUBSCRIBE TO THE WORK LIFE GLUE BOX: https://www.worklifegluebox.com/- Jim & Jamie Sheils of 18 Summers Interview: https://www.worklifeglue.com/podcast/43- Work Life Glue on Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/worklifeglue- Work Life Glue on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/worklifeglue

I’m answering YOUR questions:- How to start waking up at 4am?- Am I ever tired enough to take a nap?-How do I motivate myself to be productive when I have no energy?- Has my income matched my previous daycare income?- How to get kids on a good nap schedule?And MORE!Subscribe to the Work Life Glue Box: https://www.worklifegluebox.com/- Work Life Glue on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/worklifeglue/- Work Life Glue on Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/worklifeglue/- Episode 50 (6 Tasks Mompreneus Should Outsource): https://www.worklifeglue.com/podcast/50- Yoto Player: https://prz.io/5jem2mOiO

It is totally possible to run a business AND homeschool at the same time!  I've been doing it now for over a year, but I have run my business as a side hustle as well when I was caring for 10 kids for 50 hours a week as a child care provider in my home!  If I can do it, you can do it!  Today, I'm sharing my 9 BEST tips for balancing a business while also homeschooling!  It's not easy but it IS doable with some structure, routines, and careful planning!September Box (Use code BACKTOSCHOOL for 25% off the September box):Subscribe to the Work Life Glue Box: https://www.worklifegluebox.com/- Heart of Dakota Curriculum: https://heartofdakota.com/- Outsourcing Podcast Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/50-6-tasks-mompreneurs-should-outsource-today-for-free/id1537297256?i=1000576212490- Work Life Glue on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/worklifeglue- Work Life Glue on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/worklifeglue/

I'm sharing my complete planning system to keep track of my business, my motherhood, and all of the detail of my life. It can be hard to figure out what works, but this has really been working well for me.WORK LIFE GLUE BOX: https://www.worklifegluebox.com/EPISODES ABOUT RHYTHMS:How I "Do It All" Using Weekly and Monthly Rhythms: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/52-how-i-do-it-all-using-weekly-and-monthly-rhythms/id1537297256?i=1000577053732The ONE Schedule Hack that Makes ALL the Difference: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/48-the-one-schedule-hack-that-makes-all-the-difference/id1537297256?i=1000575458721PLANNING TOOLS: Day Designer Planner: https://amzn.to/3Cgc61SEraseable Pens and Highlighters: https://amzn.to/3dCdKk0Thin washi tape: https://amzn.to/3whXECzLarge lined sticky notes: https://amzn.to/3c26oWyLarge wall calendar: https://amzn.to/3CjQBx0Page tab post its: https://amzn.to/3dF0WJQRemarkable 2: https://remarkable.com/store/remarkable-2Remarkable 2 case: https://amzn.to/3AqndTtStaedtler pen: https://amzn.to/3A8ioxEFamily Calendar Decal: https://www.worklifegluebox.com/shop/product/4205078279

Let's face it, nobody can "do it all" but we can do a lot more effeciently!  I am a homeschooling mom who has my 3 little kids almost 24/7, plus I run a business, and I still do all the normal mothering tasks on top of it.  I get asked how I "do it all" quite often!  One of the biggest hacks I have for this is creating weekly and monthly rhythms!  I'm going to share this system with you in this episode!JOIN THE WORK LIFE GLUE BOX: https://www.worklifegluebox.com/(I will be training on this topic in great detail with a workbook so you can easily setup your own rhythms in the Work Life Glue Box Community in September!)Work Life Glue on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/worklifeglue/Work Life Glue on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/worklifeglueJoin the Work Life Glue Newsletter: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/62f6a8e1e5ea6b3d8aea4f3a

Today I’m answering YOUR questions!  What to do about health insurance if you run a business?  How to stay motivated when you want to give up?  Where to find manufacturers and vendors for a physical products business?  How to bounce back and connect as a couple during a hard week?  What to do when your business strategy isn’t making progress?  How to become a planner person?Check out the Work Life Glue Box: https://www.worklifegluebox.com/Work Life Glue on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/worklifeglueWork Life Glue on Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/worklifeglueSign up for the Work Life Glue Newsletter: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/62f6a8e1e5ea6b3d8aea4f3a MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODECost-Sharing Ministry Video: https://youtu.be/rRJLZx53pl8 Samaritan Ministries: https://samaritanministries.org/ Subscription Box Bootcamp: https://www.subscriptionboxbootcamp.com/ Family Calendar Decal: https://www.worklifegluebox.com/shop/product/4205078279 Faire: https://www.faire.com/ Tundra: https://www.tundra.com/

Running a business is enough for most people to handle, but throw in motherhood on top of that and it's enough to drive a person mad!  Not anymore!  I hope by now you know that you cannot and should not "do it all," but most of us mompreneurs can't just start hiring people to take on all our tasks at the beginning as our business is getting off the ground.  In today's episode, I'm sharing six tasks mompreneurs should outsource today that are free or very cheap.  I'm also sharing some really unique ways to outsource or lighten your load when you don't have extra money laying around to start a team just yet.Download the OUTSOURCING GUIDE with links and information on everything covered in this episode: http://www.worklifeglue.com/outsourceCheck out the Work Life Glue Box: https://www.worklifegluebox.com/ Work Life Glue on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/worklifeglueWork Life Glue on Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/worklifeglue

When I started my business, there is SO much that I didn't know!  I would do things so differently, but ultimately, I would tell myself so many things about my mindset as well that would've made starting a business and going against the grain a bit easier.  I pray you don't have to wait 7+ years to learn these things since you are listening to this episode and this can spark and idea or give you some peace when it comes to starting a business in the beginning stages!Work Life Glue Box: https://www.worklifegluebox.com/ Work Life Glue on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/worklifeglueWork Life Glue on Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/worklifeglue

Trying to run a business AND be a mom who is juggling all the things for her family is HARD! One of the questions I get asked the most is "How do you do it all?!?" I have a few different answers that work together to answer this question, but one of the main pieces of advice I give is to create daily rhythms.  Some call it block planning, some call it a daily schedule, I call it daily rhythms.  I have 8 daily rhythms I follow most days that make it super easy to drag and drop both my business tasks and my motherhood tasks into different parts of my day that make the most sense.  We have a lot of flexibility in our days but also a lot of structure that allows me to get a lot done and to be very present in whatever rhythm I'm currently in.  I'm sharing my own daily rhythms in today's podcast episode to help you figure out what you could do for your own!Subscribe to the Work Life Glue Box and Save 10% off with the code "NEWLAUNCH": https://www.worklifegluebox.com/Yoto Player Video: https://youtu.be/5lWx4Eu_GfgWork Life Glue Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/worklifeglueWork Life Glue Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/worklifeglue

Today I’m answering YOUR questions!  Should I wait for the mom overwhelm to pass before starting a business?  What are the first 3 steps I took when starting my business (the answer won’t be what you think!)?  How do I work with kids when I get sensory overload? What do I lower expectations on as a mom?  Answering all of these and more!Get the August Work Life Glue Box before they are gone! (Use code NEWLAUNCH for 10% off): https://www.worklifegluebox.com/shop/product/4590534001Subscribe to future Work Life Glue boxes (Use code NEW LAUNCH for 10% off): https://www.worklifegluebox.com/subscribe/Follow Me on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/worklifeglue

You read the title correctly – I believe every mom should have a side hustle – and before you throw your rebuttals at me about lack of time, not needing extra income, or not knowing what to do for a side hustle – well – just listen to this episode to see my reasoning behind this bold claim!Get the August Work Life Glue Box before they are gone! (Use code NEWLAUNCH for 10% off): https://www.worklifegluebox.com/shop/product/4590534001Subscribe to future Work Life Glue boxes (Use code NEW LAUNCH for 10% off): https://www.worklifegluebox.com/subscribe/My 8 Daily Rhythms Video: https://youtu.be/a-jZEjV2CdA7 GENIUS Tips to Get it All Done & Save Time as a Working Mom: https://youtu.be/YuIap9c6srQ

The duties tied to being a mom are endless!  We often feel like we don't have enough of ourselves to go around and that we aren't giving each child as much quality time as we desire.  However, quality time doesn't have to be hours together, focused on each other.  You can spend amazing quality time with your kids in just a few minutes here and there if you are being intentional with that time.  And, I bet you are doing more bonding with your children throughout the day than you even give yourself credit for!  In today's episode, I'm sharing tons of different ideas for spending quality time with your children that takes just a couple minutes in the day and is not very hard to fit in - as long as you are being intentional!Subscribe to the Work Life Glue Box (next box shipping is April box): https://www.worklifegluebox.com/Purchase the March (Maximize Your Meal Times) Work Life Glue Box: https://www.worklifegluebox.com/shop/product/4305709669Purchase the February (Maximize Your Relationships) Work Life Glue Box: https://www.worklifegluebox.com/shop/product/4252595361 Subscribe to the Work Life Glue Community: https://www.worklifegluebox.com/subscribe/4159470838_online-community-only?gift=FalseWork Life Glue Box Unboxing Videos: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNbrmIjuytLFiqF_b7z9QwLvFcJRleyPH - Jim and Jamie Sheils Interview: https://youtu.be/8wje2Bi-DGo- No Bad Kids by Janet Lansbury: https://amzn.to/3v7rnyf- Positive Parenting Course Review Video: https://youtu.be/nxVmydSvgzU- Chatbooks (Get $10 off your first order): http://invite.chatbooks.com/sarahann2ze- My Photo System Podcast Episode: https://youtu.be/7eN2FVR5g0MCOMMENT ON THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/5VoIVQcVfi4

It is inevitable that life will still face hard times even after becoming a mom.  In fact, oftentimes those hard time are amplified because they are tied to shame and guilt for struggling when we are trying to do the best for our kids and family.  While we can't avoid all bad times, we can find ways to "struggle well."  I have had my fair share of hard times since becoming a mom - postpartum depression, illness, family issues, friend issues, financial strain, job stress, kid behavior issues, health issues, the list goes on and on.  The last thing we want to do as moms is to take our hard times out on our kids and let our personal struggles negatively affect our family.  In today's episode, I'm sharing practical tips you can do when you are facing a short-term problem (or "rut") for a day or a couple days, or a long-term problem that may not resolve for quite some time.  I pray that this episode can bless you can help you through whatever hard time you may be facing.Work Life Glue Box (use code March for $5 off): https://www.worklifegluebox.com/Work Life Glue Community-Only: https://www.worklifegluebox.com/subscribe/4159470838_online-community-only?gift=False To comment on this episode, head to the Youtube video: https://youtu.be/7ewOrTY8zXI- Sensory Loose Parts Kits: https://www.etsy.com/search?q=sensory%20loose%20parts%20kits- 25 Things to do with Kids Episode: https://www.worklifeglue.com/podcast/25activities- Disco Ball: https://amzn.to/3t0CiaD

We only get 18 summers with each of our kids which really isn't that long – just ask any parent whose children have left “the nest” and they will tell you it goes by in a flash. They may even tell you some of their regrets. What do you think one of the biggest regrets they have may be? High up on many empty nesters' list of regrets is that they wish they had spent more quality time with each of their kids. I don't want that to be you (or me!)! In today's episode, Jim and Jamie Sheils of 18 Summers will be walking us through their idea of a Family Board Meeting, how to put it into play, why it's so important, as well as some other practical tips for making the most of the precious family time we've been given while our kids are still in our homes.- 18 Summers: https://www.18summers.com/- Family Board Meeting Book: https://amzn.to/3nWpEYs- Work Life Glue FEBRUARY Box: https://www.worklifegluebox.com/shop/product/4252595361- Work Life Glue Community-Only (use code BRANDNEW for $5 off): https://www.worklifegluebox.com/subscribe/

It's time to take back your time!  In today's episode, I am sharing a piece of an interview I did with Amy Miller of Simply Beautiful Plans about time management in my Work Life Glue Box community on Facebook.  It's an exclusive group for the Work Life Glue Box subscribers as well as those who subscribed for the Community-Only option.  We talked for a long time about time management tips, priorities, how to fit more in but not be super overwhelmed, how to plan, and also answered members' questions at the end.  In this episode, I'm sharing a couple great tips out of many that we discussed!- Previous Interview with Amy Miller: https://www.worklifeglue.com/podcast/simplybeautifulplans- Simply Beautiful Plans Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SimplyBeautifulPlans- Simply Beautiful Plans Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplybeautifulplans/- Simply Beautiful Plans Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/177554612827446- Work Life Glue Box: https://www.worklifegluebox.com/- Work Life Glue Community-Only (use code BRANDNEW for $5 off your subscription): https://www.worklifegluebox.com/subscribe/- Loop Earplugs: https://www.loopearplugs.com/

As busy mom we all could use a few extra hours in the day, am I right?!? But what do you do when you seriously need more hours than you have and you can't get it all done?!? I'm here today to rescue you and give you the best time management tips for moms for 2022! These tips will help you create balance that sticks, do what actually matters, carve out more time each day, and make the most of your time! Work Life Glue Subscription Box: http://www.worklifegluebox.com/Work Life Glue Community-Only Subscription: https://www.worklifegluebox.com/subscribe/4159470838_online-community-only?gift=FalseWork Life Glue Box Unboxing Video: https://youtu.be/1xu8QogRZkAOTHER LINKS: - Atomic Habits: https://amzn.to/33ajT1Q- Timer Cube: https://www.worklifegluebox.com/shop/product/4205064714- Be Present Screen Blockers: https://amzn.to/3zXml8d- Work Life Glue Subscription Box: https://www.worklifegluebox.com/- Work Life Glue Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/worklifeglue- Work Life Glue Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/worklifeglue/

Goal setting can be overwhelming and can also lead to us failing if we aren't careful.  Last year, I tried out the 21 for 2021 goal setting plan where you set 21 goals for 2021.  I loved it so much I'm doing it again this year with the 22 for 2022!  I love this method of goal setting because you can include a lot of smaller goals that you likely wouldn't include if you were doing "traditional" large-scale goal setting, and it's just a lot of fun!  In this episode, I'm sharing the goals I set for 2021 (and whether I met them or not) and my new goals for 2022!- Work Life Glue Subscription Box: https://www.worklifegluebox.com/- Work Life Glue Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/worklifeglue- Work Life Glue Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/worklifeglue/- Nicole of BeginAtHome on IG: https://www.instagram.com/beginathome/- Every Mother Program: https://every-mother.com/- Postpartum Depression Episode: https://www.worklifeglue.com/podcast/depression- 100 Morning Meltdown: https://www.beachbodyondemand.com/blog/morning-meltdown-100- Will to Murder Book: https://amzn.to/3eKNcud- Mama Bear Apologetics Book: https://amzn.to/3HvoD0J- Mere Motherhood Book: https://amzn.to/32BQiOV

I'm a tradition-lover through and through, but I know not everyone has as much fun as I do coming up with traditions.  Thanksgiving is a time where there are traditions, but no where near as many as Christmas.  I think that should change!  Thanksgiving is the perfect time to be grateful, to teach our kids about generosity, to show compassion to others, and so I've come up with ten Thanksgiving traditions that do all of those things!  All ten of these traditions are super simple, don't cost a lot of money, don't require a ton of planning, and are things you can do with kids of all ages.  I hope you enjoy!Thankful Turkey from Busy Toddler: https://busytoddler.com/2016/11/teaching-toddlers-to-be-thankful/ Brighter Day Press Thanksgiving Study: https://brighterdaypress.com/collections/holiday-guides/products/the-thanksgiving-guide Thanksgiving Books List: https://www.amazon.com/shop/worklifeglue?listId=14KWYEPMX1IGM&ref=cm_sw_em_r_inf_list_own_worklifeglue_dp_XpBeOB1maLfNnJust Add Imagination Co.: https://www.etsy.com/shop/JustAddImaginationCoColor Your Own Washable Placemats: https://thecoloringtable.com/products/thanksgiving-and-fall-fun-placematsColor Your Own Washable Tablecloth: https://thecoloringtable.com/products/thanksgiving-and-fall-fun-tableclothThankful Journal: https://amzn.to/3Be7CVnWork Life Glue Moms Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wlgmomsgroup/Work Life Glue Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahwlg/Work Life Glue Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/worklifeglue/Work Life Glue Box Details Video: https://youtu.be/fU9ZauyhG2USign up to the Work Life Glue email list to win 3 free months of the box: https://www.worklifeglue.com/subboxdetailsBy signing up for the Work Life Glue email list (linked above), you will receive a weekly newsletter with behind-the-scenes sneak peeks of the box, Work Life Glue's latest content, and fun tips/tricks/advice/stories/products/etc. for busy moms!GIVEAWAY INFO: On December 1, 2021, I will randomly choose one lucky winner from my email list to win THREE FREE BOXES of the Work Life Glue Box! 

It’s the topic nobody likes to talk about but everyone is curious about: MONEY!  Today I’m sharing ten Lazy Mom Hacks when it comes to budgeting and money.  These tips are for beginners but also those who have gotten a handle on their money and want to make their money work for them.  These are all tips that helped us get out of debt, get better at managing our money, save money, and stop impulse spending.LINKS:Dave Ramsey: https://www.ramseysolutions.com/ Bella Taylor Wallet: https://cashsystemwallet.com/ (use code WLGTEN for 10% off any Bellat Taylor Wallets)Sinking Funds: https://www.ramseysolutions.com/saving/stop-the-panic-sinking-fund Budgeting Video: https://youtu.be/PkzahS59dBI Meal Planner: https://www.worklifeglue.com/shop/p/tsfxp76rculu7acxtsimz1ygrz908s Travel Hacking 101: https://zerototravel.com/beginners-guide-travel-hacking/ Work Life Glue Moms Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wlgmomsgroup/Work Life Glue Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahwlg/Work Life Glue Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/worklifeglue/Work Life Glue Box Details Video: https://youtu.be/fU9ZauyhG2USign up to the Work Life Glue email list to win 3 free months of the box: https://www.worklifeglue.com/subboxdetailsBy signing up for the Work Life Glue email list (linked above), you will receive a weekly newsletter with behind-the-scenes sneak peeks of the box, Work Life Glue's latest content, and fun tips/tricks/advice/stories/products/etc. for busy moms!GIVEAWAY INFO: On December 1, 2021, I will randomly choose one lucky winner from my email list to win THREE FREE BOXES of the Work Life Glue Box!