Are you trying to build a business that aligns with your passion, your season of life, and your desire to make a difference—but not sure how it all fits together?

In this episode, Kymone sits down with Toula Adu, a mom, speech-language pathologist, and professional organizer, who shares how she turned her personal passion into a business that supports women just like her—without quitting her day job.

You’ll learn:

✔ How to identify the business already inside of your life

✔ Ways to serve others with your expertise—without burnout

✔ How to create services and courses that reflect your values

If you’ve ever wondered how to grow a purpose-driven business while juggling real life, this episode will show you how to do it with confidence and clarity.

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00:00 – How Your Life, Work & Passion Can Align

00:19 – Welcome to the Monetize Your Ministry Podcast

00:47 – Meet Toula Adu

02:07 – From Speech Pathology to Organizing

03:11 – Fun Fact: Toula’s Hidden Goofy Side

04:05 – Family, Background & Life in Maryland

05:02 – Studying Abroad & Finding Perspective

06:54 – What is a Professional Organizer?

09:10 – Turning a Personal Strength into a Service

11:16 – Inspired by Marie Kondo to Start a Business

13:03 – Getting Paid for the First Time (and the Fear Around It)

15:18 – The Power of Documenting Your Work

18:19 – Why “Before” Photos Are Crucial for Impact

19:28 – How Toula Attracts New Clients Without Social Media Pressure

22:13 – How to Network in a Way That Feels Natural

23:43 – Balancing a Day Job, Business & Motherhood

26:00 – Redefining Success & Saying No to the Pressure

27:04 – Your Target Audience Might Be YOU

28:53 – Toula’s Personal Journey & Why She Cares

29:51 – Turning Service Work Into a Scalable Online Course

31:46 – Why She Chose to Focus on Pantries

34:30 – How the Market Reacted to Her New Direction

36:42 – Toula’s “Pantry Parties” & Virtual Support

37:32 – Scaling Without Sacrificing Family Time

38:10 – How to Connect with Toula

39:16 – Final Words & How to Work With Toula