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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The Big C You Can't See Without-MomBiz Solutions Show for Mompreneurs
June 11, 2014 14:00 - 16 minutes - 3.53 MBAs the CEO of your mompreneur business, you are your company's chief visionary. But many of the mom entrepreneurs I coach struggle with having a clear vision for their company. Join me today when I'll share about the one big "C" you must have in order to be successful in your business--and your life. Join Lara Galloway, The Mom Biz Coach and co-founder of MomBiz.com, on Wednesdays at 10 am ET for her 15 minute "audio blog." Get your weekly dose of business coaching for mombiz owners from a ...
Are You Ready to Shift Into Summer Mode? MomBiz Solutions Show for Mompreneurs
June 04, 2014 14:00 - 16 minutes - 3.48 MBAre you ready for the summer? School is out soon, and that means that for many mompreneurs, we will need to make some big changes in our work and family routines. I'll give you some great tips on how to shift into summer mode successfully on today's show. Join Lara Galloway, The Mom Biz Coach and co-founder of MomBiz.com, on Wednesdays at 10 am ET for her 15 minute "audio blog." Get your weekly dose of business coaching for mombiz owners from a straight-talking mompreneur business coach who ...
Lessons our kids teach us-MomBiz Solutions Show for Mompreneurs
May 28, 2014 12:00 - 16 minutes - 3.47 MBIt's easy for us mompreneurs to get caught up in managing our businesses day to day and to forget to notice some of the amazing stuff that's happening in our lives as parents. On today's show I'm going to take a break from business and share some valuable lessons I've been learning from my kids. Join Lara Galloway, The Mom Biz Coach and co-founder of MomBiz.com, on Wednesdays at 10 am ET for her 15 minute "audio blog." Get your weekly dose of business coaching for mombiz owners from a strai...
How to Handle Communication Breakdowns-MomBiz Solutions Show for Mompreneurs
May 21, 2014 14:00 - 16 minutes - 3.48 MBWhen you're expanding your team so you can grow your business, your going to hit some bumps in the road. There will be times when you question why your admin assistant didn't do the job you asked her to do, or why your marketing team came up with entirely the wrong idea, or you'll be wondering why every conversation with other members on your team feels strained. These are all communication challenges and they can cause huge breakdowns in your business. On today's show, I'll share some tips t...
Top 10 Signs It's Time to Hire a Coach-MomBiz Solutions Show for Mompreneurs
May 14, 2014 14:00 - 16 minutes - 3.47 MBWe're dedicating the month of May at MomBiz to discussing what it takes to grow your business. No matter which stage of business you're in, there is always an opportunity for growth. But every mom entrepreneur gets stuck at some point trying to figure out how to grow, which way to grow, and when to grow. There are times to figure things out for yourself, and then at some point, it's time for a mompreneur to hire a business coach to get the results she wants. On today's show I'll share the top...
Why, When & How to Hire-MomBiz Solutions Show for Mompreneurs
May 07, 2014 14:00 - 16 minutes - 3.55 MBDo you have big dreams for your mom entrepreneur business? Awesome. Do you want to burn out and give up on those dreams? No? Well then it's time to start thinking about hiring your first employees or freelancers.When is it right to hire, who do you hire first, and how can you afford hiring to pay for help and still be profitable? Join Lara Galloway, The Mom Biz Coach and co-founder of MomBiz.com, on Wednesdays at 10 am ET for her 15 minute "audio blog." Get your weekly dose of business coach...
What's Really Holding You Back? MomBiz Solutions Show for Mompreneurs
April 30, 2014 14:00 - 16 minutes - 3.48 MBI've just returned from speaking at the Women In Biz Passion to Profit Conference in Toronto. One of my biggest takeaways from the conference is the realization of what really keeps mom entrepreneurs from achieving their dreams. The truth just might surprise you. Join Lara Galloway, The Mom Biz Coach and co-founder of MomBiz.com, on Wednesdays at 10 am ET for her 15 minute "audio blog." Get your weekly dose of business coaching for mombiz owners from a straight-talking mompreneur business co...
Money vs Happiness-MomBiz Solutions Show for Mompreneurs
April 23, 2014 14:00 - 16 minutes - 3.51 MBI recently read an article that showed some interesting research on the motivators that drive entrepreneurs to start their own companies. The findings may be surprising to some entrepreneurs, but they fit with the beliefs I have about why we mom entrepreneurs start our own businesses. I'll share my insights (and some highlights from my forthcoming book, Moms Mean Business, on the show today. Join Lara Galloway, The Mom Biz Coach and co-founder of MomBiz.com, on Wednesdays at 10 am ET for her...
What a Product Funnel Can Do for You - MomBiz Solutions Show for Mompreneurs
April 16, 2014 14:00 - 16 minutes - 3.53 MBAs an entrepreneur or small business owner, you may have launched your business based on selling one thing, whether it's a product you created or a service you provide. And while that's a great place to start, it's only the beginning. What's the easiest way to get a first-time customer to buy from you? How can you encourage repeat purchases from your best clients? The answers to these questions can be found in a Product Funnel. Join Lara Galloway, The Mom Biz Coach and co-founder of MomBiz.c...
In Honor of Autism-MomBiz Solutions Show for Mompreneurs
April 02, 2014 14:00 - 16 minutes - 3.46 MBWhen I woke up and checked Facebook this morning, my feed was full of proud parents posting pictures of their beautiful babies. And while that isn't at all unusual, the fact that these parents are celebrating and raising awareness for children who are autistic does. As a mother, I thought I'd take a moment to consider and honor all those people in my life touched by Autism. Let's pause and think about how we can all be different learners. Join Lara Galloway, The Mom Biz Coach and co-founder ...
Switch to a CEO Mindset-MomBiz Solutions Show for Mompreneurs
March 26, 2014 14:00 - 16 minutes - 3.51 MBDo CEOs think differently than mom entrepreneurs? That depends on the mom entrepreneur. On my show today, I will share the big shifts you need to make if you aren't already thinking like a CEO and how this mindset changes everything! Join Lara Galloway, The Mom Biz Coach and co-founder of MomBiz.com, on Wednesdays at 10 am ET for her 15 minute "audio blog." Get your weekly dose of business coaching for mombiz owners from a straight-talking mompreneur business coach who wants you to succeed o...
Declutter Your Mindset-MomBiz Solutions Show for Mompreneurs
March 19, 2014 14:00 - 16 minutes - 3.49 MBContinuing with our Spring Fling at www.MomBiz.com this month, we are going to focus on decluttering your mompreneur mindset to make yourself ready for a successful and satisfying year. Join Lara Galloway, The Mom Biz Coach and co-founder of MomBiz.com, on Wednesdays at 10 am ET for her 15 minute "audio blog." Get your weekly dose of business coaching for mombiz owners from a straight-talking mompreneur business coach who wants you to succeed on your own terms. Lara offers business coachin...
Time for a Spring Fling! MomBiz Solutions Show for Mompreneurs
March 05, 2014 15:00 - 16 minutes - 3.53 MBIt's that time of year! Spring is in the air, and there are lots of possibilities for mom entrepreneurs. To make room for those new opportunities, let's discuss how to de-clutter your business on today's show. Join Lara Galloway, The Mom Biz Coach and co-founder of MomBiz.com, on Wednesdays at 10 am ET for her 15 minute "audio blog." Get your weekly dose of business coaching for mombiz owners from a straight-talking mompreneur business coach who wants you to succeed on your own terms. Lara...
Get People to Listen to You-MomBiz Solutions Show for Mompreneurs
February 26, 2014 15:00 - 16 minutes - 3.51 MBNo matter what business you're in, it's safe to say that a fair amount of your success will be determined by how well you communicate.Great communicators are often great leaders, and they are able to get what they need from the people they meet in order to reach their goals. Are you wondering how to 'up' your communication skills so that you're better at getting what you want and need? I've got five simple tips for you. Join Lara Galloway, The Mom Biz Coach and co-founder of MomBiz.com, on W...
Clean up the company you keep-MomBiz Solutions Show for Mompreneurs
February 05, 2014 15:00 - 16 minutes - 3.46 MBFebruary at MomBiz is all about building a strong and loyal community - or in the words of Seth Godin - your tribe. And sometimes you gotta get rid of clutter to welcome the things you really want into your space. On today's show we are going to talk about cleaning up the company you keep: How to get rid of the energy vampires, How to fire the non-ideal clients, How to set boundaries around family and friends who weigh you down and cramp your style. Join Lara Galloway, The Mom Biz Coach and ...
Love Thy Competition-MomBiz Solutions Show for Mompreneurs
January 29, 2014 15:00 - 16 minutes - 3.5 MBLove thy competition! Why? Because you can learn a heck of a lot from others. What can your competition do for you? Join me today to talk about your competition, because no matter how you unique your business is - there will always be competition. Might as well leverage it to your advantage! Join Lara Galloway, The Mom Biz Coach and co-founder of MomBiz.com, on Wednesdays at 10 am ET for her 15 minute "audio blog." Get your weekly dose of business coaching for mombiz owners from a straight-t...
MomBiz Solutions Show for Mompreneurs-You as CEO
January 15, 2014 15:00 - 16 minutes - 3.48 MBWhat do you need to know to be an effective CEO for your business? Contrary to what you might think, a CEO doesn't need to know everything. But you should always be learning. How do you figure out what you don't know, what you need to know, and what you don't need to know? We'll discuss it on the show today. Join Lara Galloway, The Mom Biz Coach and co-founder of MomBiz.com, on Wednesdays at 10 am ET for her 15 minute "audio blog." Get your weekly dose of business coaching for mombiz owners ...
MomBiz Solutions Show-The Gift of Accountability
January 08, 2014 15:00 - 16 minutes - 3.57 MBHappy New Year! And hey, happy 5th Anniversary for the MomBiz Solutions Show! Can you believe I've been the voice in your head for the last five years? I am SO grateful to all of you for tuning in and growing your businesses with me. It is such an honor to share with you and to get your incredible feedback. We're working on some special plans to celebrate this anniversary, so stay tuned! Today, we're going to kickstart our new year by talking a little bit about gifts, about friends, and abou...
How to Let Go of Mistakes-MomBiz Solutions Show for Mompreneurs
December 18, 2013 15:00 - 16 minutes - 3.47 MBLast week I talked to you about how important it is to wrap up or close out the year so that you can look ahead and charge into the new year powerfully. But what happens when you just can't get over a mistake, a failure or something that didn't go the way you planned? It can be hard to do, and telling yourself simply to "get over it" usually doesn't work. Join me today when I'll walk you through how to get over something so you can move on. This episode of MomBiz Solutions is brought to you ...
You Need a Hit List for the Holidays-MomBiz Solutions Show for Mompreneurs
December 11, 2013 15:00 - 16 minutes - 3.51 MBAs we approach the holidays, it's easy to get stressed out. There's so much to do, so many expectations, travel, and lots of unstructured time in which we have to figure out how to entertain our kids. Join me today as I share a "Hit List" to help mompreneurs be productive, just 10 minutes at a time, even during the holidays. This episode of MomBiz Solutions is brought to you by SpiritClips from Hallmark, the world’s premiere streaming entertainment service for family-friendly movies that lif...
Powerfully Closing Out the Year-MomBiz Solutions Show
December 04, 2013 15:00 - 16 minutes - 3.47 MBAs the last days of 2013 slip by, many of us start looking ahead to what the New Year will bring. While it's certainly a good idea to plan ahead, I think it's important to remember a critical step that takes place before we start planning for what's next. On today's episode, I'll ask you six questions that will help you wrap up 2013 so you can jump into the New Year with lessons learned and a powerful mindset. Join Lara Galloway, The Mom Biz Coach and co-founder of MomBiz.com, on Wednesdays...
Handling Fear: Just Do It - MomBiz Solutions Show
November 20, 2013 15:00 - 16 minutes - 3.52 MBToday I'm going to grab a friend who is interested in podcasting, but has never tried it out. Whenever I meet someone who I think would be great at podcasting, I pretty much drive them nuts until they agree to start their own show. What holds most people up is the fear of not knowing how to do or what to talk about. Join me today as I bring Sam White of Shakespeare in Detroit into the MomBizSolutions Show podcasting world, and see how easy it is to overcome a fear by grabbing the hand of so...
Permission Granted to Do as Little as Possible-MomBiz Solutions
November 13, 2013 15:00 - 16 minutes - 3.49 MBMotivation can be a tricky thing. Even though you know that you should do something, and you have planned it, declared it, and committed to it, it can still be hard to find the drive needed to get it done. Things get in the way: FEAR is often the problem, not knowing how to do something is another obstacle, and even laziness can be a stumbling block to honoring your commitments. Sometimes, a mantra like "No excuses" can be just the kick in the pants you need to get moving. But other times, as...
The F Words Mompreneurs Love - MomBiz Solutions Show
November 06, 2013 15:00 - 16 minutes - 3.46 MBYou hear me talking about freedom, flexibility and fulfillment as the key motivators that make us moms start our own businesses. But there are a few other F words we need to know and love if we're giong to run successful small businesses. Find out what these words are and why they're important for us mom entrepreneurs on today's episode. Join Lara Galloway, The Mom Biz Coach and co-founder of MomBiz.com, on Wednesdays at 10 am ET for her 15 minute "audio blog." Get your weekly dose of busine...
MomBiz Solutions Successful Mompreneur Series w/Fariha Naqvi
October 30, 2013 14:00 - 31 minutes - 6.93 MBWelcome to the MomBiz Solutions Show and our first interview in the Successful Mompreneur Series! This monthly interview series will feature successful mompreneurs in our MomBiz community and some folks that help them achieve that success. Today's guest is Fariha Naqvi-Mohamed, the editor of CanadianMomEh.com, an online parenting and lifestyle magazine. Fariha Naqvi-Mohamed is proud mom, a Huffington Post Canada contributor, and a spokesperson for the diverse face of Canadian moms. Join me...
MomBiz Solutions Show for Mompreneurs
October 23, 2013 14:00 - 16 minutes - 3.5 MBJoin Lara Galloway, The Mom Biz Coach and co-founder of MomBiz.com, on Wednesdays at 10 am ET for her 15 minute "audio blog." Get your weekly dose of business coaching for mombiz owners from a straight-talking mompreneur business coach who wants you to succeed on your own terms. This episode of the MomBiz Solutions Show is brought to you by SpiritClips from Hallmark, the world’s premiere streaming entertainment service for family-friendly movies that lift your spirit. MomBiz Solutions Show l...
How to Handle Negative Feedback - MomBiz Solutions Show
October 16, 2013 14:00 - 16 minutes - 3.47 MBI'm always encouraging mompreneurs to survey their audience, poll their customers, and seek feedback about their products, their services and their brand. After all, if what you're trying to sell isn't appealing to your target audience, you have little chance at making money and being successful in business (not to mention feeling fulfilled through your work). But, what happens when you get negative feedback? And what if you don't agree with it? How can you determine whether it's worth accep...
How to Create a Great Media Kit - MomBiz Solutions Show
October 09, 2013 14:00 - 18 minutes - 3.97 MBLast week I shared some great ways to make yourself attractive to brands who want to pay you to market through your audience. On today's show, I'm going to share what goes into creating a great media kit to make it easier for brands to buy from you. If you've been wondering how bloggers, vloggers, podcasters and social media influencers land profitable business partnerships with big companies, be sure to tune in! Join Lara Galloway, The Mom Biz Coach and co-founder of MomBiz.com, on Wednesd...
Make It Easy to Work With You-MomBiz Solutions Show
October 02, 2013 14:00 - 16 minutes - 3.46 MBIf you've been regularly creating great content to help market your mompreneur business to your audience, then chances are you have made yourself attractive to other brands who would appreciate the opportunity to market their stuff to your audience, too. Tune in today as I share the basic steps in monetizing your blog, your podcasts, your videos and your programs. After all, what mom entrepreneur couldn't use another revenue stream? This episode of the MomBiz Solutions Show is brought to you...
Stop What You're Doing-MomBiz Solutions Show
September 25, 2013 14:00 - 15 minutes - 3.32 MBDo you ever feel like you have 56 hours of work to get done in the next 24 hours? I swear, I sure do! Today is one of those days. And the natural tendency is to run around as fast as you can to try to get it all done, right? But that approach has a way of backfiring on you. Sometimes, the best way to be a more productive mompreneur is to simply stop what you're doing. Join Lara Galloway, The Mom Biz Coach and co-founder of MomBiz.com, on Wednesdays at 10 am ET for her 15 minute "audio blog...
Two Hours to Success-Mom Biz Solutions Show
September 18, 2013 14:00 - 16 minutes - 3.47 MBHaving trouble tackling that HUGE project you need to get done? Maybe you're trying to launch a new program, or to revamp your website, or you're committed to getting all the blog posts done for the next quarter... As mompreneurs, we often struggle with getting big projects done--the kind that can't be done in 15 minute increments whenever the kids are down for a nap or we have a little leftover energy at the end of the day. Join me today as I explain how the magic of two hours works to help...
Paperless Productivity - Mom Biz Solutions Show
September 04, 2013 14:00 - 16 minutes - 3.52 MBFor the month of September at MomBiz.com, we are focusing on ways to make ourselves more productive so we can maximize the time we have now that the kids are back to school. On today's show, I'll share some of my favorite mompreneur success tips--they save you time, effort, energy, and money, and they save the planet a few trees. Join Lara Galloway, The Mom Biz Coach and co-founder of MomBiz.com, on Wednesdays at 10 am ET for her 15 minute "audio blog." Get your weekly dose of business coac...
Want Sponsors for Your Podcast? - Mom Biz Solutions Show
August 28, 2013 14:00 - 16 minutes - 3.5 MBI know many of you regular mompreneur listeners have been inspired (or coached by me directly) to start your own radio show or podcast to help build your small business. And while you can certainly make good money offering a free podcast that reaches an audience of people who eventually hire you for your services, you may be wondering if it's time to quit giving it all away for free. On today's episode, I'll talk about some of the pros and cons of offering advertising or having sponsorship...
Mom Biz Solutions Show for Mom Entrepreneurs
August 21, 2013 14:00 - 16 minutes - 3.48 MBJoin Lara Galloway, The Mom Biz Coach and co-founder of MomBiz.com, on Wednesdays at 10 am ET for her 15 minute "audio blog." Get your weekly dose of business coaching for mombiz owners from a straight-talking mompreneur business coach who wants you to succeed on your own terms. 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...
Mom Biz Solutions Show for Mom Entrepreneurs
August 14, 2013 14:00 - 16 minutes - 3.49 MBJoin Lara Galloway, The Mom Biz Coach and co-founder of MomBiz.com, on Wednesdays at 10 am ET for her 15 minute "audio blog." Get your weekly dose of business coaching for mombiz owners from a straight-talking mompreneur business coach who wants you to succeed on your own terms. 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...
How to Really Perfect Something-Mom Biz Solutions Show
July 31, 2013 14:00 - 16 minutes - 3.49 MBWhile listening to a colleague do a talk about how we mompreneurs often compare ourselves to each other (and then feel awful thinking we don't measure up), I started thinking about how we can make ourselves better. What does it take to become the best at what we do? How can we truly master a skill like speaking, coaching, blogging, creating powerful videos, making the things we sell for a living? Is the secret in studying and learning more? Or is it something else? On today's show, I'll giv...
Projects to Do When You Have a Sitter-Mom Biz Solutions Show
July 24, 2013 14:00 - 15 minutes - 3.39 MBSo, have you planned out your summer schedule, decided which days you'll actually spring for childcare, but feel overwhelmed at the possibilities of what to do to make the most of your precious time? Have I got a few ideas for you! Join me today when I share some recommendations for how to make the most of your time. Join Lara Galloway, The Mom Biz Coach and co-founder of MomBiz.com, on Wednesdays at 10 am ET for her 15 minute "audio blog." Get your weekly dose of business coaching for mom...
Frustrated Waiting for Results? Mom Biz Solutions Show
July 17, 2013 14:00 - 16 minutes - 3.48 MBYou're working hard. You're setting goals. You're in focused action. You make sacrifices--of your time, your energy, your money, missing out on sleep and vacations...and you can't help but wonder: "When is all this hard work going to pay off?" Simply put: Entrepreneurship is hard. And mom entrepreneurship is even harder. So how can we possibly stay focused and get to the other side? How can we keep pushing when we are so ready to give up? If you need a proverbial carrot dangled in front o...
Productive Project Planning-Mom Biz Solutions Show
July 10, 2013 14:00 - 16 minutes - 3.48 MBIn the summertime more than ever, we mompreneurs and work at home moms need to be productive when we find the time to work. In today's show, I talk about how to get things done in the limited time you have. Join Lara Galloway, The Mom Biz Coach and co-founder of MomBiz.com, on Wednesdays at 10 am ET for her 15 minute "audio blog." Get your weekly dose of business coaching for mombiz owners from a straight-talking mompreneur business coach who wants you to succeed on your own terms. Lara of...
Maximize Your Summer Babysitter-Mom Biz Solutions Show
July 03, 2013 14:30 - 16 minutes - 3.46 MBWhile I love doing the "Mompreneur Tango" most of the summer (our system for getting work done without childcare), I occasionally hire a babysitter to break up the monotony of the weeks. But when I do, I set some clear expectations about how I want things to go with my kids so that they are happy and fulfilled when we have our sitter with us. Today I'll share some tips on how to make the most of your babysitter when you decide to get some help with child care. Join Lara Galloway, The Mom Bi...
Switch to Summer Mode-Mom Biz Solutions Show for Mompreneurs
June 19, 2013 14:00 - 16 minutes - 3.48 MBIt's HERE! Summertime is upon us. Are you ready? Do you need some help figuring out how to manage all those hours of free time you have to fill with your kids? Want some insight on how I manage my work with three kids at home and no regular babysitter or camps? Join me today as I share how I switch gears into summer mode and share some tips and resources to help you be happy, relaxed and productive this summer. Join Lara Galloway, The Mom Biz Coach, on Wednesdays at 10 am ET for her 15 minu...
Where Are You Holding Yourself Back? MomBiz Solutions Show
June 12, 2013 14:00 - 16 minutes - 3.45 MBWhere are you holding yourself back? With all the things that are possible for you, chances are there's a place you retreat to, you hide in, and you draw a line in the sand where you'll go no further. It's normal for us to do this in life and in business. And I do it, too. Let's shine a light into those dark spaces and figure out how you can step up to the plate and play a bigger game! Join Lara Galloway, The Mom Biz Coach, on Wednesdays at 10 am ET for her 15 minute "audio blog." Get your ...
MomBiz Solutions Show for Mompreneurs
June 05, 2013 14:00 - 16 minutes - 3.46 MBJoin Lara Galloway, The Mom Biz Coach, on Wednesdays at 10 am ET for her 15 minute "audio blog." Get your weekly dose of business coaching for mombiz owners from a straight-talking mompreneur business coach who wants you to succeed on your own terms. 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 "b...
6 Hats a CEO Must Wear - MomBiz Solutions Show
May 29, 2013 13:30 - 15 minutes - 3.41 MBWe like to joke in the MomBiz.com community that we mompreneurs are "Chief Everything Officers" (our play on the acronym CEO) since we manage our businesses, our households, and our families. But this month we have been discussing the importance of truly owning your role as Chief Executive Officer in your successful small business. What does that actually look like? What roles should you own, and which should you delegate to others? Your time is precious, so join me today when I share the 6 ...
Knowing What You Want-MomBiz Solutions Show for Mompreneurs
May 22, 2013 14:00 - 16 minutes - 3.47 MBI spent last weekend hosting MomBizRetreat 2.0, our new Mastermind version of our popular MomBizRetreat weekend getaway for mompreneurs. Today I'll take a look back over some of the things I learned about these women and about myself. In particular, I'll share some insights about just how hard it is to figure out what we actually want in our lives. It seems simple, but it isn't. Join Lara Galloway, The Mom Biz Coach, on Wednesdays at 10 am ET for her 15 minute "audio blog." Get your weekly ...
When You Can't Sell More-MomBiz Solutions Show
May 15, 2013 14:00 - 16 minutes - 3.49 MBIt takes a lot of work to get a small business thriving, full of products your customers want to buy, and a pipeline that is full of more customers who are ready to buy more from you. But every mompreneur will run into the same problem at some point: You can't sell anymore because you can't handle the work that results from those sales. There simply isn't enough of you to go around. I have coached many successful mom entrepreneurs on this in both my private coaching and in the MomBizAcadem...
You've Gotta Sell More Than Yourself-MomBiz Solutions Show
May 08, 2013 14:00 - 16 minutes - 3.47 MBI coach a lot of women entrepreneurs who are building a business based on a big idea they feel provides value to their niche market. They are web designers, virtual assistants, attorneys, life coaches, and designers, to name a few. And while I do coach them to "sell themselves," I've noticed a trend in the industry of personal branding that just doesn't make sense. I'll share with you why you have to sell more than yourself to make a profit, and give some tips on how to do that. Join Lara G...
Ever Had Someone Steal Your Idea?-MomBiz Solutions Show
May 01, 2013 14:00 - 16 minutes - 3.47 MBOne of my clients sent me a panicked email recently when she came across a website that seemed to be exactly what she believes her business is. The website was beautiful, its benefits and solutions for its audience were articulately so well and were easy to understand, and the experience of finding this website when my client is in the middle of updating her own website, messaging and offerings left her feeling .... well, deflated. She felt like all her hard work was good for nothing if some...
The Basics of Selling Online-MomBiz Solutions Show
April 24, 2013 14:00 - 16 minutes - 3.47 MBYou've heard me say many times before that your website needs to be a hard-working powerhouse for you. Its two most important jobs are marketing and sales. So let's take a step back and evaluate what we need as mompreneurs to sell more via our websites. Even if you have a brick-and-mortar small business, your website can bring you more customers and more sales if you have the right infrastructure and sales strategy in place. Join Lara Galloway, The Mom Biz Coach, on Wednesdays at 10 am ET ...
Should You Write a Book? MomBiz Solutions Show
April 17, 2013 14:00 - 16 minutes - 3.49 MBThere are few things that help establish credibility as an expert better than writing a book and having it published. When it comes to selling yourself and your brand, a published book is something of a "big business card." After all, being a published author puts you in a distinguished group of people, much like having an advanced degree distinguishes you professionally from those who don't have one. And if you're blogging all the time anyway (and I just know you are ;-), why not pull it to...