Mom Biz Solutions with Lara Galloway, The Mom Biz Coach
300 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 6 years ago - ★★★★★ - 12 ratingsMom entrepreneurs need many things to be successful at balancing work and family. Your host, Lara Galloway, The Mom Biz Coach, has been coaching women business owners for 10 years and helps them define success for themselves and achieve it. Join her on Wednesdays at 12:30 pm ET for her 15 minute "audio blog." Get your weekly dose of business coaching for mombiz owners from a straight-talking mompreneur business coach.
Lara offers business coaching along with mothering tips, small business marketing strategies, and funny stories about the joys and chaos of being a mom entrepreneur. If you could use a little inspiration, or a guide from a mombiz owner who's "been there, done that," or if you just want to hear from a woman who has learned to laugh off her mistakes and accept her life as perfect (just the way it is), you'll want to tune in every week.
Lara is an author, speaker and business coach. Hire her when you need the clarity and confidence to make big decisions and changes in your life or business or have her speak to your group. Learn more at www.LaraGalloway.com or www.MomBizCoach.com. Grab a copy of her book, Moms Mean Business: A Guide to Creating a Successful Company and a Happy Life as a Mom Entrepreneur, just published by Career Press at www.MomsMeanBusinessBook.com.
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Five Ways Motherhood Prepares You for Business Ownership
December 14, 2017 17:30 - 15 minutes - 13.6 MBFrequently we get caught up worrying about all the ways motherhood makes it HARDER for us to be in business. The reality is that even though sometimes it can be a juggle (and a struggle) there are a lot of things in motherhood that actually prepares us for growing a business. Let's talk about five ways this is true. Lara offers business coaching along with parenting tips, small business marketing strategies, and funny stories about the joys and chaos of being a mom entrepreneur. If you could...
Business Basics: Attracting Your Ideal Employee with the Perfect Job Description
November 29, 2017 17:30 - 16 minutes - 13.8 MBStreamline your hiring process and make it more likely you'll find the perfect candidate with the right job description. In this episode, Lara gives some steps and ideas for thinking through your hiring and writing the job description that will get you the right applicants. Lara offers business coaching along with mothering tips, small business marketing strategies, and funny stories about the joys and chaos of being a mom entrepreneur. If you could use a little inspiration, or a guide from ...
Business Basics: Creating a Client Loyalty Plan
November 09, 2017 19:00 - 16 minutes - 13.8 MBThe easiest and least expensive clients to get are the ones you already have! Do you have a plan in place to keep them happy and coming back? Lara offers business coaching along with parenting tips, small business marketing strategies, and funny stories about the joys and chaos of being a mom entrepreneur. If you could use a little inspiration, or a guide from a mom entrepreneur who's "been there, done that," or if you just want to hear from a woman who has learned to laugh off her mistakes ...
Business Basics: Dynamic Pricing for Your Business
November 01, 2017 16:30 - 16 minutes - 13.8 MBPricing can be tricky and uncomfortable. But there's no reason to feel stuck to one-size-fits-all pricing. Let's talk about how dynamic pricing can free you and your customers. Lara offers business coaching along with parenting tips, small business marketing strategies, and funny stories about the joys and chaos of being a mom entrepreneur. If you could use a little inspiration, or a guide from a mom entrepreneur who's "been there, done that," or if you just want to hear from a woman who has...
Business Basics: Setting Realistic Expectations for Yourself
October 25, 2017 16:30 - 16 minutes - 13.9 MBFrom how you run your business to how you manage your family and beyond, matching expectations to your reality is key to happiness and fulfillment. Let's talk about a few ways to make sure expectations are realistic. Lara offers business coaching along with parenting tips, small business marketing strategies, and funny stories about the joys and chaos of being a mom entrepreneur. If you could use a little inspiration, or a guide from a mom entrepreneur who's "been there, done that," or if yo...
Business Basics: What to Do When a Client Won't Pay
October 11, 2017 18:00 - 15 minutes - 13.7 MBAre you having trouble getting your clients to pay in a timely manner? Let's talk strategies to keep the money coming in. You can take control to minimize the impact of non-payers to your time and bottom line. Lara offers business coaching along with parenting tips, small business marketing strategies, and funny stories about the joys and chaos of being a mom entrepreneur. If you could use a little inspiration, or a guide from a mom entrepreneur who's "been there, done that," or if you just ...
Business Basics: Does Your Partner Understand Why You Work?
October 05, 2017 17:30 - 16 minutes - 13.8 MBIf your partner isn't mostly onboard with your business, it can make life really difficult for everyone. Let's talk about opening the lines of communication so everyone is on the same page. Lara offers business coaching along with parenting tips, small business marketing strategies, and funny stories about the joys and chaos of being a mom entrepreneur. If you could use a little inspiration, or a guide from a mom entrepreneur who's "been there, done that," or if you just want to hear from a ...
Business Basics: How to Interview Potential Staff Like a Boss
September 27, 2017 16:30 - 16 minutes - 14 MBLooking to grow your business? Ready to expand? It's time to do some interviews. Here are some tips for doing it like a pro. Lara offers business coaching along with parenting tips, small business marketing strategies, and funny stories about the joys and chaos of being a mom entrepreneur. If you could use a little inspiration, or a guide from a mom entrepreneur who's "been there, done that," or if you just want to hear from a woman who has learned to laugh off her mistakes and accept her li...
Business Basics: 5 Time Management Hacks
September 20, 2017 16:30 - 16 minutes - 13.9 MBI talk about time management all the time, but what really works? I've tried all kinds of things, and there are a few tried and true hacks that have become a part of my daily and weekly routines. Let's talk about my 5 favorites for getting it all done. Or at least most of it. Lara offers business coaching along with parenting tips, small business marketing strategies, and funny stories about the joys and chaos of being a mom entrepreneur. If you could use a little inspiration, or a guide fro...
Business Basics: How to Make Sense of Your Business Finances
August 30, 2017 19:00 - 15 minutes - 13.7 MBFrom pricing to setting goals and understanding where you are and knowing where you should be, business finances can be overwhelming. Let's take a very quick look at the most important numbers you need to watch to make the biggest impact on your business. Lara offers business coaching along with parenting tips, small business marketing strategies, and funny stories about the joys and chaos of being a mom entrepreneur. If you could use a little inspiration, or a guide from a mom entrepreneur ...
Business Basics: "Healthy" Competition and Your Business
August 16, 2017 20:30 - 16 minutes - 13.8 MBRecently someone asked a question about competition, so here we go. When it comes to your business, it can be easy to get caught up in obsessing over your competition and spending too much time, energy, and even money "keeping up with the Joneses". Healthy competition is just that: healthy. It keeps you moving forward, motivated, and inspired. If that's not how you're feeling, you may be looking at your competition all wrong. Lara offers business coaching along with parenting tips, small bus...
Business Basics: What and How to Outsource
August 02, 2017 16:30 - 16 minutes - 13.9 MBYes, you can buy back your time. From marketing tasks to data entry to cleaning your home, outsourcing is an option! In this episode, Lara covers all kinds of ideas on what you can outsource (grocery shopping!) and how to do it successfully (no "fine I'll do it myself"). Lara offers business coaching along with parenting tips, small business marketing strategies, and funny stories about the joys and chaos of being a mom entrepreneur. If you could use a little inspiration, or a guide from a m...
Business Basics: How to Spend Your Marketing Budget
July 19, 2017 19:30 - 16 minutes - 13.7 MBWhether your budget is $50 or $50,000, there are fundamental ways to look at and spend that budget to make the biggest impact for your business. Let's get in and give you a bird's eye view of how to put that money to work. Lara offers business coaching along with parenting tips, small business marketing strategies, and funny stories about the joys and chaos of being a mom entrepreneur. If you could use a little inspiration, or a guide from a mom entrepreneur who's "been there, done that," or...
Business Basics - How to Hire Help for Your Growing Business
July 05, 2017 16:30 - 16 minutes - 13.8 MBSo you've decided to hire help. Good for you! No matter what kind of help you want to get, there's steps you need to take and things to consider. Let's talk about what those are and how you can maximize the time you spend on the hire so you don't waste time or money! Lara offers business coaching along with parenting tips, small business marketing strategies, and funny stories about the joys and chaos of being a mom entrepreneur. If you could use a little inspiration, or a guide from a mom e...
Business Basics - Financial Metrics and What Really Matters
May 17, 2017 16:30 - 16 minutes - 14.1 MBLet's talk about measuring success using our NUMBERS! What do we need to watch for? What metrics are the most important? Many of the clients I coach are intimidated by their business financials. It's time to get comfy. If you don't know the nitty-gritty, who does? Let's dig in and find out what you should be watching for and what the numbers really mean. Lara offers business coaching along with parenting tips, small business marketing strategies, and funny stories about the joys and chaos of...
Mindset Buster #6: I Didn't Make My Goals, Why Bother Making More?
March 31, 2017 18:30 - 16 minutes - 13.7 MBIt's the last of our Mindset Busters series! I hope you've found the last several episodes helpful. Today we're going to dig into another common mindset block that revolves around goal setting. It's hard to get motivated to set goals when you don't achieve the ones you have set in the past—BUT that shouldn't stop you! Let's unpack this mindset buster a little bit and get you on track to setting the right kinds of goals so you achieve them and feel successful. Lara offers business coaching al...
Mindset Buster #5: I Have to be Available for My Clients 24/7
March 22, 2017 16:30 - 16 minutes - 13.8 MBIn the last Mindset Busters episode we talked about feeling like we need to work all the time to make money. This time, we're going to take another angle at the same issue. And that's BOUNDARIES. Many of the clients I've coached over the years have felt, deep down, that they need to be available to their clients or customers 24/7/365. Let's learn about setting and keeping boundaries to benefit your sanity, your families, and even for your clients. Lara offers business coaching along with par...
Mindset Buster #4: I Have to Work All the Time to Make Money
March 16, 2017 16:30 - 16 minutes - 13.8 MBAs mompreneurs, we're working up against a lot of traditions, stereotypes, and our own ideas about what it means to be an entrepreneur. If we're coming from a "traditional" job, we may be hung up on how many hours (8+) per day we HAVE to work. On the other hand, we live in a society where the word entrepreneur conjures up images of people working 80+ hours a week to live their dream. Well, let's get real. A lot of the reason we started our own businesses is so we can be FREE from all of that!...
Mindset Buster #3: Being a Working Mom is Selfish
March 01, 2017 17:30 - 16 minutes - 13.8 MBHave you struggled with this one? Maybe you *think* you have this particular mindset buster beat, but there's some part of it still hanging in there and standing in your way. Let's dig into this common issue for working moms and mompreneurs alike and figure out a way for you to get through this mindset buster and on track to getting what you want out of your business. Lara offers business coaching along with parenting tips, small business marketing strategies, and funny stories about the joy...
Mindset Buster #2: I'm Not Smart Enough - Mom Biz Solutions Show
February 15, 2017 17:30 - 16 minutes - 13.9 MBIf you're just joining in, Lara's working through some of the most common mindset issues she works through with her coaching clients. This week, the mindset is "I'm not smart/savvy/strong enough to run a business/do my books/train someone." Fill in the blanks as you see fit—find out why its not true and how you can stop this destructive mindset. Let's work through it, and bust it! Lara offers business coaching along with parenting tips, small business marketing strategies, and funny stories ...
Mindset Buster #1: Success Has to be Hard - Mom Biz Solutions Show
February 08, 2017 17:30 - 16 minutes - 13.8 MBWhen I coach my clients, these mindset traps stick out to me like neon lights. BUT my clients just don't see them. Once I point them out, they have unbelievable AHA moments that really change their paths. One of these traps I frequently see is women (and men) who believe that success HAS to be HARD. And if they are doing well, and things feel too "easy", they create drama so they can earn their success. Is that silly? YES. Let's move past that! Lara offers business coaching along with parent...
Finding and Busting Mindset Blocks - Mom Biz Solutions Show
January 18, 2017 17:30 - 16 minutes - 13.8 MBAs we get rolling into 2017, I've spent sometime thinking back over 2016 and what my clients have been working on and asking about. A big thing that holds them back and helps them make HUGE leaps forward, is recognizing and busting up mindset blocks. So I'm launching a series of podcasts some of the most common mindsets blocks I hear. This first episode is about recognizing these mindsets and ways to get around them when you find one. Lara offers business coaching along with parenting tips, ...
Ending Your Year on a High Note - Mom Biz Solutions Show
December 14, 2016 19:30 - 16 minutes - 13.9 MBThis time of year is ripe for recaps and goal-setting for the next year. No matter if you reached all your goals this year or not, you have lots to celebrate. Let's talk about how you can be constructive and productive as you evaluate the past year. Instead of focusing on the negatives, find wins and ways to move forward. It's important to leave the year on a good note as it will put you in the right mindset to tackle next year. Lara offers business coaching along with parenting tips, small ...
Why Clarity is Your Key to Success - Mom Biz Solutions Show
November 30, 2016 17:30 - 16 minutes - 13.8 MBWe can't be successful unless we're clear about our values, priorities, and our definitions of success. The trick is those differ from person to person, you have to define your own! There's no cheating on this part of life—you're going to have to dig down and get dirty figuring these things out, or you won't have the clarity you need to move forward making decisions with confidence. Want to get clear? Don't forget to visit mombizcoach.com/timemap to get your FREE downloadable exercises. Dig ...
How to Align Your Time with Your Priorities - Mom Biz Solutions Show
October 19, 2016 16:30 - 15 minutes - 13.6 MBWe know we have priorities, right? Then why does it seems we're always stuck in time-suck, low-reward tasks? It's time to realign. Let's examine our priorities and evaluate how much time we're spending on the things we value, versus the things that we seem to just get sucked into. Lara offers business coaching along with parenting tips, small business marketing strategies, and funny stories about the joys and chaos of being a mom entrepreneur. If you could use a little inspiration, or a guid...
Your Competition: How Much Time Should You Spend on Them? - Mom Biz Solutions
September 28, 2016 18:00 - 15 minutes - 13.5 MBYou know that the best bet in business is to play your game, but what about your competition? How much time and energy should you spend on them? There's a happy medium where you know what they're up to, but you aren't obsessing about it day and night. I'll help you find that sweet spot to keep you competitive AND sane. Lara offers business coaching along with parenting tips, small business marketing strategies, and funny stories about the joys and chaos of being a mom entrepreneur. If you co...
How to Know What and When to Delegate - Mom Biz Solutions Show
July 21, 2016 16:00 - 16 minutes - 13.8 MBThis time of year may have you thinking about where you can take some "shortcuts" in getting everything done. So what can you delegate? Not only do you have a variety of helpers to choose from in your business (virtual assistants, interns, contractors) you can also take advantage of at-home kids over the summer! You have plenty to do, so let's get creative about getting it all done. Lara offers business coaching along with parenting tips, small business marketing strategies, and funny storie...
Surviving the Summer Slow Down Without Losing Momentum - Mom Biz Solutions Show
June 29, 2016 16:30 - 16 minutes - 14 MBIt happens to all of us! Summer is that time of year where the pool and beach are calling us, our to do lists seem less important, and we want to play. Let Lara walk you through a few ideas for honoring your need to relax while keeping your biz moving. It is possible with some focus and planning. Lara offers business coaching along with parenting tips, small business marketing strategies, and funny stories about the joys and chaos of being a mom entrepreneur. If you could use a little inspir...
Top Three Tips for Summer Success as a Mompreneur - Mom Biz Solutions Show
June 08, 2016 16:30 - 16 minutes - 13.8 MBIt's that time of year where juggling family and business seems to get a little more complicated. Get Lara's best tips for having a great summer as a mom and business owner. You can keep your business going with kids off of school, around family vacations, and even your own urge to slow down and sit at the beach or pool—you just need to be strategic about it! Lara offers business coaching along with parenting tips, small business marketing strategies, and funny stories about the joys and cha...
What Kind of Help Should I Hire First? - Mom Biz Solutions Show
June 01, 2016 16:30 - 16 minutes - 14.1 MBAs a follow up to last week's show, Lara covers what can be outsourced first and where to go to find that help. There are many options out there when it comes to interns, freelancers, temps, and a variety of services to help you find those people. Lara breaks down what and where to get your business where you want it. Lara offers business coaching along with parenting tips, small business marketing strategies, and funny stories about the joys and chaos of being a mom entrepreneur. If you cou...
How Do I Know It's Time to Hire Help? - Mom Biz Solutions Show
May 26, 2016 17:00 - 16 minutes - 14.1 MBA lot of mompreneurs I work with have this question. The answer is often not very cut and dry, and is going to be different for everyone. Depending on your priorities (take home pay v. quality of life), your skills (bookkeeping, marketing, etc.), where and when you get help is going to be different. Find out the questions to ask yourself and what to do when you think you're ready to take this important step. Lara offers business coaching along with parenting tips, small business marketing st...
Where Do I Start if I Want to Grow My Business? - Mom Biz Solutions Show
May 18, 2016 16:30 - 16 minutes - 13.9 MBThere are lots of ways to approach growth in your business, but if you want it to be sustainable you have to do it with purpose. Learn how to grow in a metered, responsible way that will allow you to honor your priorities while scaling your business. Lara offers business coaching along with parenting tips, small business marketing strategies, and funny stories about the joys and chaos of being a mom entrepreneur. If you could use a little inspiration, or a guide from a mom entrepreneur who's...
A Couple of Busy Weeks and Success as You See It - Mom Biz Solutions
May 11, 2016 16:30 - 16 minutes - 13.8 MBLara has spent the last couple of weeks speaking, traveling, and coaching and is ready to catch up her listeners on what has been going on and what's she's learned. Between organizing and participating in the Mompreneur Summit, traveling to the San Francisco Bay Area to speak to a group business owners, and even being a part of The Dailey Method's first worldwide challenge, Lara has lots to catch you up on! Lara offers business coaching along with mothering tips, small business marketing str...
Do I Need a Coach? - Mom Biz Solutions Show
April 20, 2016 16:30 - 16 minutes - 13.9 MBRunning a business means making a LOT of decisions. Sometimes we reach a crossroad or ceiling and aren't sure what to do next—that's where a coach comes in. When it comes to growth, partnerships, niches, target audiences, pivots, hiring, franchising, and more, a coach can help walk you through the steps of making decisions and finding what works for you. Learn more about why getting a coach might be right for you, now or in the future. Lara offers business coaching along with mothering tips,...
What's a Pivot? How do I Know if Need to do That? - Mom Biz Solutions Show
April 13, 2016 16:30 - 16 minutesKnowing when to pivot is a critical part of managing your business. Do you know the signs and what to watch for when it may be time for you to do so? Listen in as Lara talks about what it means to pivot, what to watch for, and how to successfully complete a pivot (or two) in your business. Lara offers business coaching along with mothering tips, small business marketing strategies, and funny stories about the joys and chaos of being a mom entrepreneur. If you could use a little inspiration,...
How to Avoid Burning Out - Mom Biz Solutions Show
March 30, 2016 16:30 - 16 minutesRunning your business and your family can lead to neglecting your needs. Learn how to make self-care a priority and avoid burning out. From self-care hit lists to understanding and honoring your priorities, Lara will show you how preserving your health and sanity is what makes everything else possible. Lara offers business coaching along with mothering tips, small business marketing strategies, and funny stories about the joys and chaos of being a mom entrepreneur. If you could use a little ...
How Do I Maximize My Work Time to be the Most Productive?
March 16, 2016 16:30 - 16 minutes - 14.2 MBShort on time? Always! Learn how to make the most out of your work time to get the most done in the time you have. Lara has lots of proven tips and tricks for moms juggling their family obligations while building their businesses. Lara offers business coaching along with mothering tips, small business marketing strategies, and funny stories about the joys and chaos of being a mom entrepreneur. If you could use a little inspiration, or a guide from a mom entrepreneur who's "been there, done t...
How do I make sure I stay true to my family priorities? - Mom Biz Solutions Show
March 09, 2016 17:30 - 16 minutes - 14 MBBusiness is great, but for many of us, self-employment gives us the flexibility to keep our priorities in order. But sometimes those can get mixed up. Learn from Lara on how to set boundaries and even metrics for keeping your family priorities high on your list without losing ground in business. Lara offers business coaching along with mothering tips, small business marketing strategies, and funny stories about the joys and chaos of being a mom entrepreneur. If you could use a little inspira...
What Do You Need to Include in Your Marketing Plan? - Mom Biz Solutions Show
March 02, 2016 17:30 - 16 minutes - 13.9 MBTrying to get a marketing plan together, but not sure where to start? Lara will explain the must-haves for your short-term and long-term marketing plan. Don't be left in the dark, and more importantly, don't over complicate things. Lara offers business coaching along with mothering tips, small business marketing strategies, and funny stories about the joys and chaos of being a mom entrepreneur. If you could use a little inspiration, or a guide from a mom entrepreneur who's "been there, done...
Is it Time for You to Find a Business Partner? - Mom Biz Solutions Show
February 24, 2016 17:30 - 14 minutes - 12.6 MBLooking to start a business? Not sure if you need a co-founder or a partner? Or maybe you've been in business for awhile and are wondering if a partner is the right next step for you. Let Lara walk you through some of the ins and outs of partnerships and things to think about when you are considering this business decision. Lara offers business coaching along with mothering tips, small business marketing strategies, and funny stories about the joys and chaos of being a mom entrepreneur. If y...
Things to Think About When Setting Your Prices - Mom Biz Solutions Show
February 10, 2016 17:30 - 16 minutes - 13.9 MBNot sure where to start when setting your prices? Let Lara walk you through some key things to think about to find that sweet spot. Lara offers business coaching along with mothering tips, small business marketing strategies, and funny stories about the joys and chaos of being a mom entrepreneur. If you could use a little inspiration, or a guide from a mom entrepreneur who's "been there, done that," or if you just want to hear from a woman who has learned to laugh off her mistakes and accept...
Increasing Your Profit Margin: Cut Costs or Raise Prices? - Mom Biz Solutions
February 03, 2016 17:30 - 16 minutes - 13.8 MBNeed help deciding how to best increase your profits? Lara has some advice. Learn the best ways to balance your costs and pricing to have the biggest impact on your bottom line and your take home pay. Lara offers business coaching along with mothering tips, small business marketing strategies, and funny stories about the joys and chaos of being a mom entrepreneur. If you could use a little inspiration, or a guide from a mom entrepreneur who's "been there, done that," or if you just want to h...
How to Pick Your Key Performance Indicators - Mom Biz Solutions Show
January 27, 2016 17:30 - 16 minutes - 13.7 MBSetting goals for your business this year? Chances are you're thinking about key performance indicators, or KPIs, even if you don't necessarily call them that. Learn about KPIs and what you should be measuring in your business. Lara offers business coaching along with mothering tips, small business marketing strategies, and funny stories about the joys and chaos of being a mom entrepreneur. If you could use a little inspiration, or a guide from a mom entrepreneur who's "been there, done that...
How to Streamline Your Business Finances & Stress Less - Mom Biz Solutions Show
January 20, 2016 17:30 - 16 minutes - 14.2 MBFinances are always stressful. Find ways to streamline your business finances and take some of the time and burden off yourself. Get tips from Lara on invoicing, bookkeeping, and more so that you can stay organized and focus on what's *making* you money, not just taking care of your money. Lara offers business coaching along with mothering tips, small business marketing strategies, and funny stories about the joys and chaos of being a mom entrepreneur. If you could use a little inspiration, ...
Should You Stick with Your Plan or Follow the Money? - Mom Biz Solutions Show
January 13, 2016 17:30 - 16 minutes - 13.8 MBSometimes after a period in business, you find your clients are different than you anticipated, or they want something you didn't think of. Should you stick to your plan? Or follow the money? It depends on your goals and how you feel about these new developments. In this episode, Lara helps you weigh the pros and cons and figure out what's best for you. Lara offers business coaching along with mothering tips, small business marketing strategies, and funny stories about the joys and chaos of ...
Setting Goals for 2016 - What Do You Want to Get Done? - Mom Biz Solutions Show
December 16, 2015 15:00 - 16 minutes - 14.1 MBLast show of 2015—and now it's time to get serious about next year. What do you want to accomplish? What do you want your life to be like a year from now? What will you be celebrating in December 2016? Lara will help you set some SMART goals, while honoring your priorities. Lara offers business coaching along with mothering tips, small business marketing strategies, and funny stories about the joys and chaos of being a mom entrepreneur. If you could use a little inspiration, or a guide from ...
Let's Acknowledge Your Accomplishments - Mom Biz Solutions Show
December 09, 2015 16:00 - 16 minutes - 14.2 MBIt's the end of the year! Let's celebrate and think about some of the milestones and accomplishments you've had this year—both personally and professionally. Lara will walk you through a closure exercise to put 2015 to bed and get excited about what's to come in 2016! Lara offers business coaching along with mothering tips, small business marketing strategies, and funny stories about the joys and chaos of being a mom entrepreneur. If you could use a little inspiration, or a guide from a mom ...
How to Handle Criticism from Yourself and/or Others - Mom Biz Solutions Show
December 02, 2015 15:00 - 16 minutes - 13.9 MBAs the year draws to a close, it can be easy to slip into "compare" mode. We are so hard on ourselves when it comes to looking at the people around us and feeling like we just aren't good enough. Add to that a healthy dose of time with family, and we can be on the receiving end of criticism (intentional or not). In this episode, Lara covers how to brush off external criticism and silence that mean voice in your head that always seems to know which buttons to push. Lara offers business coachi...
A Reminder to Stay Present - Mom Biz Solutions Show
November 18, 2015 15:00 - 16 minutes - 14 MBThere's a lot of busy this time of year, but I'm here to tell you that your kids won't stop growing and time won't stop passing. Take the time to breathe, reflect, and enjoy each moment of this holiday season. Let's take a moment today and remember to be present. Lara offers business coaching along with mothering tips, small business marketing strategies, and funny stories about the joys and chaos of being a mom entrepreneur. If you could use a little inspiration, or a guide from a mom entre...
How to Balance Business and Family Over the Holidays - Mom Biz Solutions Show
November 11, 2015 15:00 - 15 minutes - 13.7 MBYou have business goals, you have work to do, and you have family and holiday obligations. How do you make it through the next several weeks with your business and sanity in tact? I have some ideas to keep you happy and healthy! Lara offers business coaching along with mothering tips, small business marketing strategies, and funny stories about the joys and chaos of being a mom entrepreneur. If you could use a little inspiration, or a guide from a mom entrepreneur who's "been there, done tha...