WAHMs Rock! Podcast – WAHMs Rock!

Episode 14: Guarding Your Focus and Finding Your Tribe with Meredith Johnson Franklin

admin — Fri, 22 Jun 2018 17:08:22 +0000

On this episode we talk with Isagenix Associate, Meredith Johnson Franklin as she shares her story of growth and personal development. We discussed trading time for money and why it’s a bad thing, plus how to find your tribe.

We also chatted about:

Learning skills and stepping outside your comfort zone, for a time
Social media being a highlight reel and not a true picture of a person’s struggles
How to guard your focus
The importance of determining your value

Listen in as Meredith Johnson Franklin shares how she went from an exhausted, overworked hairdresser to a content and comfortable mom working in a business she loves. You can find Meredith on Facebook or Instagram.

Our favorite quotes:

“Guard your focus.”

“Always look for values that align with yours.”

Resources from this episode:

Secrets of the Millionaire Mind

#blessinginabox

Building a Story Brand

Music Credits
Energy, by Ben Sound, Memories, by Ben Sound

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“Street Party” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Episode 13: Self-Care, Accountability Partners, Incognito Coaches and More

Darlene Victoria — Fri, 08 Jun 2018 08:00:31 +0000

This week we took a “no holds barred” approach to our recording. No outlines, no true direction of where the conversation was going to go. And, as it turned out, it was a lot of fun. We did talk on topics related to life as a work at home mom, of course! Including self-care, our support network and accountability partners.

In this episode we cover:

What our ideal self-care practices look like
Getting support from our spouses
Jenifer’s multiple accountability partners
And, why Darlene needs incognito coaching

Tune in for this free-wheeling and fun conversation!

Music Credits
Energy, by Ben Sound, Memories, by Ben Sound

Bright Wish, Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0
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“Street Party” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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All About Perfectionism, Self-Compassion and Confidence with Jackie Gartman

admin — Fri, 25 May 2018 14:30:19 +0000

In this episode we are talking with Master Certified Confidence Coach, Jackie Gartman. We cover perfectionism, confidence vs. competence, and teaching our children self-compassion through the example we set.

We also discussed:

Calming the negative voices in our head (lizard brain)
Self-promotion as women business owners
Jackie’s Confidence Quiz

Join us as Jackie shares her tips and strategies for blocking limiting beliefs and boosting our personal and professional confidence. Want to learn more? You can find Jackie on her website.

Our favorite quote:

“The way you do anything is the way you do everything.”

Resources from this episode:

Jackie’s Website
Jackie’s Confidence Quiz
The Artist’s Way

Music Credits
Energy, by Ben Sound, Memories, by Ben Sound

Bright Wish, Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0
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“Street Party” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Episode 11: Shutting Down Your Business and Taking a Day J-O-B

Darlene Victoria — Fri, 11 May 2018 11:46:13 +0000

This week Jenifer and I talk about our experiences walking away from our businesses and taking an actual J-O-B. Taking a J-O-B rather than working in our own businesses allowed for firmer working hours (9-5), a safety net with pay and more. But was it all worth it? Listen to this episode to find out!

In this episode we cover:

How the opportunity to take a job came about
Making the decision to walk away from our business, was it hard or easy?
How working in a 9-5 job differed from running a business
What changed and why we ultimately left our “day jobs”
What we learned from our experiences
And we discuss whether it was all worth it

Plus, Jenifer shares an interesting parable, The Fox and The Hedgehog, and how it plays into running a business.

Music Credits
Energy, by Ben Sound, Memories, by Ben Sound

Bright Wish, Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0
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“Street Party” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Productivity Tips and How to Kick Overwhelm to the Curb with Mark Struczewski

Darlene Victoria — Fri, 27 Apr 2018 11:00:53 +0000

This episode marks our first male guest! Mark Struczewski, productivity problem solver, shared some amazing insight on overcoming feelings of overwhelm.

We also chatted about:

Interruptions and how they disrupt productivity
Accountability partner dos and don’ts
Everyone’s favorite word, perfectionism

Listen in as Mark Struczewski shares productivity tips and resources. You can find Mark on Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn.

Our favorite quote:

Striving for perfection is a losing battle.

Resources from this episode:

IOS NOTES
Amazon Echo
Pat Flynn
Dave Ramsey
Tony Robbins
Mark’s website
Next Level Productivity Digest

Challenges of Starting a Work At Home Business with Nicholle Vaughn

admin — Fri, 13 Apr 2018 11:00:02 +0000

This fun episode features Jenifer and one of our favorite WAHMs Rock! Facebook group moms, Nicholle Vaughn. Jenifer and Nicholle discuss the challenges of starting a new business, plus being flexible when working from home, especially with young kids.

This episode also covers:

Having a great support network
Starting where you are
Tools and tips for starting a new business

Listen in as Nicholle shares her thoughts and experiences on these important topics.

About Nicholle Vaughn:
Nicholle is a Virtual Assistant and owner of Vaughn Assists You. With many years experience providing customer service and administration assistance, she now assists clients with freeing up their time so they can focus on growing their business. She is also a current member of the National Resume Writers Association.

Want to learn more about Nicholle? Find here on Facebook.

Resources from this episode:

Virtual Assistant Launch Pad
The Joy Junkie Podcast
Jack Canfield
You Are a Badass: How to Stop Doubting Your Greatness and Start Living an Awesome Life, Jen Sincero

Music Credits
Energy, by Ben Sound, Memories, by Ben Sound

Bright Wish, Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0
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“Street Party” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Balancing Homeschooling While Working From Home with Tahneesha Smith

admin — Fri, 23 Mar 2018 15:00:43 +0000

This episode was such a blast to record. We talked with Tahneesha Smith, long time VA and friend. Tahneesha is the mastermind behind A Virtual Blessing, a VA Service company serving Christ-centered businesses. During our interview, Tahneesha shares some of her best secrets for balancing homeschooling while working from home.

We also discussed:

What a typical day looks like: a day in the life of a homeschooling work at home mom
Tahneesha and Jenifer bust some common myths about homeschooling
The challenges and rewards of homeschooling
Staying in a positive frame of mind while balancing WAH life and homeschooling
Finding homeschooling resources and tools to teach concepts to your children

Listen in as Tahneesha gets real about the challenges and helps us all see that balancing homeschool and working from home IS possible.

Resources from this episode:
Khanacademy.com
www.avirtualblessing.com

Music Credits
Energy, by Ben Sound, Memories, by Ben Sound

Bright Wish, Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0
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“Street Party” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Episode 7 – Balancing Two Roles When Working From Home

admin — Mon, 12 Mar 2018 15:33:59 +0000

Work/life balance has been a concern for men and women alike, for many years. Working from home is no exception, especially for work at home moms. In this fun episode we discuss this delicate balance and what an average day looks like in the life of a WAHM.

In business for over 10 years, we both have tips and experience to share with you as we discuss:

Mom and Biz Mom – transitioning between the two
What happens when mom and biz mom roles battle
When does mom trump biz mom
Tips for WAHMs when it comes to wearing two hats

Does this topic resonate with you? Head on over to our Facebook Group to join the conversation.

Resources from this episode

Husbands Cause Stress Survey

Terry Green Episode

Music Credits
Energy, by Ben Sound, Memories, by Ben Sound

Bright Wish, Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0
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“Street Party” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Episode 6: Managing Commitment for WAHM Business Success, with Terry Green

admin — Fri, 23 Feb 2018 11:00:40 +0000

Today’s special guest, Terry Green, stopped by to discuss being committed to your work when running a business from home. We discussed losing control and why Terry started her business. We also covered how she stays motivated to be successful now that her children are grown.

We also chatted about:

How the WAHM landscape has changed over the past 20 years
Balancing working from home and having kids
How a WAHM can set themselves up for business success
Challenges and rewards of a WAHM lifestyle
Having a dedicated space for your work

Listen in as Terry Green, President of BizEase Support Solutions, shares over 2 decades of work at home experience. Originally an office-based secretarial and resume business serving local clients in a small, rural village in Central Ohio, BizEase is now a an American-based, online marketing support company with a team of online support specialists across the US and Canada. You can learn more by visiting her website, here.

Terry’s words of wisdom: Running a business of any kind at home, while raising a family isn’t easy, but is so worth it if you stick it out and don’t give up. If you have the desire and the passion and determination to go after your dreams, being in business for yourself can be extremely rewarding and exciting!

Resources from this episode

Terry Green on Facebook
Terry’s Website
IVAA
Episode 5: The importance of boundaries in business
VA Networking
Episode 3: The kids’ perspective on the WAHM life

Episode 5: Common Mistakes New WAHMs Make – Part 2 (Boundaries, Stress & Ideal Clients)

admin — Fri, 09 Feb 2018 17:00:48 +0000

In this part 2 episode, we wrap up the common mistakes new WAHMs make and how to avoid them. We get started by discussing an Infographic from Freshbooks that talks about how women entrepreneurship has changed over the last few decades. How do those changes play into this episode? You’ll have to listen to find out.

We talked about:

Not setting and enforcing boundaries
Working with clients who aren’t ideal
Taking on too many projects or projects that are over your head
Letting stress get the best of you

Come along as we show you how to avoid these common mistakes, to make the most of your business.

Resources from this episode:

Freshbooks infographic
Freshbooks annual survey
WAHMs Rock! The Podcast – Episode 2
WAHMs Rock! Facebook Group

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