In this episode, I sit down with Courtney Hobbs, founder of Mothertelling, to talk about the power of storytelling for moms. She shares her journey from teacher to entrepreneur, how telling our stories helps us navigate motherhood identity shifts, and why community support for moms is everything. We also get real about balancing motherhood and career, learning to ask for help, and embracing the small moments that shape our stories. Plus, Courtney shares practical storytelling tips for moms and gives us a sneak peek at the upcoming Mothertelling event!

About Courtney:Courtney Hobbs is a mom, educator, and the founder of Mothertelling, a platform where she helps women find, shape, and share their true stories with confidence. A former high school drama and English teacher turned entrepreneur, Courtney combines her love of teaching with her passion for authentic storytelling. As a Storytelling Coach she helps people—from mompreneurs to business leaders—own their stories in ways that connect and inspire.

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Download Courtney's Free Story Starter Worksheet

Check out Courtney's Journals on Amazon

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Mother Telling

02:32 Courtney's Journey from Teacher to Entrepreneur

05:20 Navigating Identity Shifts in Entrepreneurship

07:52 The Power of Storytelling for Moms

10:34 The Mother Telling Event: Planning and Execution

14:32 Collecting and Sharing Stories as a Mom

18:42 The Power of Journaling

23:25 Finding Stories in Everyday Moments

27:09 Lessons from Motherhood and Storytelling

34:59 The Importance of Sharing Your Story