So, let's talk about how to be a good boss. This is a question I get asked a lot, since we've grown a pretty great team here at Boss Mom. I'm by no means a perfect boss (I have to remind myself regularly that no one is!) but there are some things that I've learned will definitely help you be a better boss when you get to the point of hiring and leading team members in your business. What I always seem to hear is that people are afraid of hiring people. And, I get it....the prospect of things not...
Apr 29, 2017•12 min
Ok ladies, you are in for a real treat because this conversation I had with Tonya Dalton, the Founder and CEO of inkWELL Press , was seriously amazing. Tonya started her first business as a SAHM in 2009 and by 2011, her husband was able to leave corporate America to work alongside her. Late in 2014 she decided to follow her true passion - inkWELL Press which has grown at a rapid pace thanks to their commitment to quality and fiercely loyal fans. I knew pretty much instantaneously that Tonya was ...
Apr 27, 2017•51 min
One of the biggest things that can often trip business owners up, especially those who are just starting out or who are thinking about started something new, is uncertainty surrounding how qualified they are to do whatever it is they are thinking about doing. How can we know if we are expert enough? What are the criteria we should use to decide if we're really ready to start the next thing? Do we have actually enough experience and clout and value? All of these are really common questions, which...
Apr 25, 2017•35 min
I want to talk to you today about questions....beautiful, amazing, glorious questions. The questions we ask of both ourselves and other people can literally change the way we think, experience, perceive, act, connect and engage. But.....are we asking the right ones? Recently I attended the first part of a certification training I'm going through this year in appreciative inquiry called Leading with Experiential Appreciative Facilitation . This training is run by the amazing Jon Berghoff and the ...
Apr 21, 2017•22 min
As moms and entrepreneurs it can be a real challenge to prioritize our health and self care. But as you know, everything begins to fall apart when we don't! Shivani Gupta is a mother, entrepreneur, educator and healer with a huge passion for helping learn how to take better care of themselves through a holistic, Ayurvedic approach to health and wellness. As the founder of Fusionary Formulas, a line of supplements that bridges the gap between Ayurvedic and modern medicine, Shivani remains committ...
Apr 20, 2017•46 min
I get asked pretty often about how exactly to go about effectively launching something the right way. In case you haven't noticed, launching (like sales funnels) is kind of a big deal these days. If you have an online business and create something that you want to sell successfully online, having an effective launching strategy and plan is a must. But where should you begin? In this episode NJ and I are diving in to discuss what launching means, what purpose it serves and some best practices for...
Apr 20, 2017•39 min
So today we're doing something a little different for this Nurture Your Business segment. I've invited my real life and business best friend, Dawn Marrs (who is a total sales funnel QUEEN) to join us for a conversation all about the purpose and psychology behind sales funnels and you do NOT want to miss it!! (Disclaimer: there may have been a couple glasses bottles of wine involved in this one.....) Listen + subscribe on iTunes // Stitcher In case you haven't noticed, sales funnels are kind of a...
Apr 14, 2017•20 min
Raise your hand if you've ever felt like an imposter in your own life or business? Raise two hands if you've let those feelings keep you from stepping into the fullness of what you believe you were made to do? Yeah....you're not alone. I work with amazing and incredible women every day who have so much to give, but who struggle to move past their own internal limitations and believe that what they have to offer is truly needed and valuable. That's why I'm SO pumped to share this amazing conversa...
Apr 14, 2017•45 min
In the ever changing world of business we've seen lots of trends come and go. More recently a movement of mostly female entrepreneurs has emerged describing themselves as being "heart centered" - and we totally love the phrase However, it seems like many people struggle with thinking that being heart centered and profitable in business are mutually exclusive. In this episode, NJ and I are digging into what it really means to be heart centered, and how you can do so without selling yourself or yo...
Apr 11, 2017•28 min
Totally gotcha with the title, didn't I? I know...and it was completely intentional ;) In case you haven't noticed, over the past few years the 50 Shades of Gray books and movies have taken the world by storm - and for good reason! In terms of subject matter, they are pretty controversial, but clearly people have eaten it up. Recently I had a conversation with a friend chatting about some interesting correlations I see between business and themes from the book/movie series and decided to dive in...
Apr 07, 2017•18 min
Ladies, hold onto your seats for this episode because you are about to have your world rocked (in the best way). Today I am diving deep into topics like mental health and racial reconciliation with Monique Melton , a relationships coach, Creator of the Esther 4:14 Experience , speaker and author of EntrepreFriendships . For Monique, all of her work is central to building relationships and helping women do the work they're called to do. She is a natural big, bold dreamer, a deeply rooted woman of...
Apr 06, 2017•54 min
Self care is one of those things we boss moms often talk about.....a lot more than we actually do . Am I right?? Boss mom life is not for the faint of heart as we constantly try to juggle #allthethings with as much grace as possible. In today's episode you'll hear super real conversation surrounding the realities of self care (or lack thereof!) and some of our thoughts and ideas on how to get practical and start making self care a greater priority. Listen + subscribe on iTunes // Stitcher When y...
Apr 04, 2017•35 min
Recently I was taking with someone about this subject who suggested that it would make a great podcast episode - and I totally agreed, so here we are! Knowing and understanding the concept of opportunity cost in both life and business is super important, and in this episode I'm breaking down what exactly it is, how to assess it and how to use it as a tool to make better decisions. Listen + subscribe on iTunes // Stitcher If you have ever been in business, sales, gambled or just know someone who ...
Mar 31, 2017•18 min
Money and personal finance is something that can make a lot of people's heads spin, and chances are you may be one of them! Today's guest is the amazing Jen Hemphill, a Motivational Money Coach, an AFC® (Accredited Financial Counselor) and host of the Her Money Matters Podcast . Jen is super passionate about helping busy, ambitious women transform their finances from being overwhelming to bringing joy, simplicity, and confidence. When she's not talking money, she enjoys photography, coffee, choc...
Mar 31, 2017•45 min
A huge part of running a successful business and embracing your role as CEO of your business is learning how to become a good decision-maker. But let's be honest: knowing how to make the best decisions for both your business and your life can be super hard. In this episode NJ and I are exploring a few thoughts and strategies for determining what things should get your "yes" and what things should get your "no" in business. Listen + subscribe on iTunes // Stitcher Specifically, we are diving into...
Mar 28, 2017•52 min
Do you have a hard time stepping away or taking time off from your business? You are not alone my friend. As entrepreneurs we live very different lives from our traditionally employed counterparts, in that we are ultimately responsible for and affected by everything that happens with our businesses. Woah, that's a lot of pressure, can I get an amen?! In this episode I'm sharing 3 things we can do as business owners to help combat the "separation anxiety" we often experience, so that we can move ...
Mar 24, 2017•27 min
In this episode I am having an awesome conversation with author Liz O'Donnell about the realities working moms face in the world today trying to balance home life and work. Liz is is the general manager of Double Forte, a PR and digital marketing firm, as well as the author of Mogul, Mom & Maid: The Balancing Act of the Modern Woman , a book that examines the impact women’s personal lives have on their careers and the ways business can support working women. Tune in for some very candid disc...
Mar 23, 2017•54 min
As busy moms and entrepreneurs the thought of ever having to step outside of our regular lives or businesses can seem pretty impossible at times. But the reality is, we NEED to give ourselves space away from normal life and business to reset, get refreshed and live a little! In preparation for a busy several weeks of travel coming up for me, I am hopping into this episode with NJ to discuss all the ways we as boss moms can prepare our businesses for travel so that you can have a leg up next time...
Mar 21, 2017•35 min
Ok, first I want to make sure to give you fair warning before you dive into this episode: I totally recorded it in the front seat of my car sitting in my garage because my brother is visiting from out of town and he is upstairs with my kids building forts and causing chaos (as all uncles should do with their nieces & nephews!) So, let's talk quizzes! Quizzes have become pretty popular over the years and can be excellent tools for business owners to really get people engaged with what they're...
Mar 17, 2017•27 min
In this episode I am hanging out with Maria Dismondy, an award-winning children's book author who is passionate about inspiring lives through her poignant stories about topics challenging today’s modern child. Maria’s background in early education and commitment to teach the importance of character building enables her to touch lives the world over while touring as a public speaker in schools, community forums, and at national conferences. When Maria isn’t writing, she can be found embarking on ...
Mar 16, 2017•45 min
In case you hadn't noticed, online courses have become all the rage in the last few years. Seriously - you can find a course online for just about ANYTHING. While there are tons of benefits to being able to find quality information and training on pretty much any subject you want, when it comes to choosing courses as investments into your business there are definitely things you want to consider before pulling the trigger. In this episode we are chatting about best practices when it comes to buy...
Mar 15, 2017•44 min
A harsh reality of being a business owner is that there will be those unavoidable times when you receive negative feedback. It happens to the best of us! Seriously. In this episode I want to get super real with you by sharing some of my own experiences with receiving negative feedback, as well as a few steps I think you should take when you inevitably experience negative feedback yourself. Sidenote: This episode is going to be short, sweet and to the point because life is a crazy, beautiful, som...
Mar 10, 2017•18 min
In this episode Dana is chatting with Racheal Cook, a green smoothie enthusiast, restorative yoga advocate, and award winning business strategist who believes entrepreneurs can grow their dream business while living their dream life, right now. Since launching TheYogipreneur.com in 2008 and RachealCook.com in 2014, she’s built two multiple six-figure businesses inspiring over 20,000 entrepreneurs around the world to create profitable, sustainable businesses they can be proud of, all while naviga...
Mar 09, 2017•52 min
Let’s get real: running a home and running a business at the same time is really hard. What do you do when you’re the captain at the helm of both, and you start feeling like you’re going under? In this episode Dana and NJ are exploring their strengths and struggles when it comes to running their homes while running businesses, and you’ll hear them share some practical strategies that you can steal from the world of business and apply to how you run your home. Listen + subscribe on iTunes // Stit...
Mar 07, 2017•45 min
This is a Nurture Your Business segment with Dana. Dana shares why you shouldn't make ideal products for your non-ideal clients. This episode is sponsored by Raising Your Business. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes: In this episode you’ll hear: What happens when the muse visits us. As entrepreneurs, we create things to fill the needs we see. Are we doing things to fill a need for our non-ideal clients? When we stop chasing the money, the money will come to you. Our brands have to include us as ...
Mar 03, 2017•29 min
How to Shift Your Business to Align with Your Desired Life with Janine Esbrand. In this episode of the Boss Mom Podcast, Janine talks about being a lawyer and her transition from lawyer to life coach. This episode is sponsored by Organize 365. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes: In this episode you’ll hear: How Janine went from lawyer to business coach and mum to her sweet baby boy. Why lawyers work so many long hours and why Janine has moved away from corporate law. Janine's current job and coa...
Mar 03, 2017•42 min
The Story of How Boss Mom Began with Dana and NJ. In this episode, Dana and NJ share the story of how Boss Mom began and what Dana does to grow the movement. This episode is sponsored by Biz Chix Podcast. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes: In this episode you’ll hear: How Dana and NJ got their start podcasting together. Why the book, Boss Mom was the catalyst to the Boss Mom movement. The first Boss Mom podcasts and how to get guests for a podcast. Dana's visibility plan. What Dana did while sh...
Feb 28, 2017•41 min
This is a Nurture Your Business segment with Dana. Dana gives actionable advice on how to clean up in your business and home. This episode is sponsored by Organize 365. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes: In this episode you’ll hear: What's on Dana's desk and how she's organizing it. Why clean up doesn't have to be consistent. Always give yourself permission to be messy. Adding cleaning into your business and weekly calendar. How Dana organizes her papers and prioritizes her to do list. Clean up...
Feb 24, 2017•31 min
How to Write a Book & Be a Step-Mom (not in that order) with Liz Thompson. In this episode of the Boss Mom Podcast, Liz shares about her blended family, her important life lessons and book editing. This episode is sponsored by Skillshare. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes: In this episode you’ll hear: Liz's story of how she became a mom of one and a step-mom of four. How she transitioned from corporate America to entrepreneurship. Her journey into book editing and how her style is different...
Feb 23, 2017•1 hr
How to work with designers & service providers with Dana & NJ. In this episode, Dana and NJ go through the ins and outs of hiring and working with designers and service providers. This episode is sponsored by Biz Chix Podcast. Listen to the podcast: [smart_track_player url="http://traffic.libsyn.com/bossmom/Episode2016720-2020Creative20Ways20to20Create20Your20Opt-in20with20Dana202620NJ.mp3" title="Episode 170: How to work with designers & service providers with Dana & NJ"] Subscr...
Feb 22, 2017•47 min
