MWH 200 : 8 Hot Tips From Happy and Successful Mums In Business

When I first started the Mums With Hustle Podcast I had no idea what it would become. I had no listeners, no Instagram following and no business experience. It was purely about wanting to share my business journey in the hopes that it would help at least one person. It was also about uniting all of us in our shared experience of business and motherhood through tips and action-taking.

These episodes have come out weekly over the past four years and as I have evolved, the podcast has evolved too; however, it remains true to its initial purpose of education, inspiration and community!

The ripple effects that are being felt far across the world by women of all faiths, ethnicities, beliefs and lifestyles are honestly astounding and I want to take a moment to stop and celebrate our progression, our collective journey and our community!

And since we are massive supporters of female entrepreneurship and navigating the motherhood/entrepreneurship journey at the same time, I’ve asked several kick-ass women in business, some who will be familiar faces because they were guests before and some who are appearing on the podcast for the first time, to join me and share their best tips for early stage business owners who are just starting out.

Key Takeaways:

[0:28] I’ve actually got a few butterflies fluttering around in my stomach right now because this is episode 200! Can you believe that?! When I first started the Mums With Hustle Podcast I had no idea what it would become. I had no listeners, no Instagram following and no business experience. It was purely about wanting to share my business journey in the hopes that it would help at least one person. It was also about uniting all of us in our shared experience of business and motherhood.

[3:08] I’ve asked several kick-ass women in business, some who will be familiar faces because they were guests before and some who are appearing on the podcast for the first time, to join me and share their best tips for early stage business owners who are just starting out.

[4:42] Up first we have Allison Hardy. Allison Hardy helps mompreneurs create 6-figure businesses on their terms through a hearty dose of automation, strategic email funnels to sell their products/services, and leveraging authentic and social media through Facebook Groups to become the go-to expert in their niche.

Allison has been a guest on the podcast before where she shared her best tips to hack the Facebook algorithm. You can check out episode 120 HERE.

What are Allison’s best tips?

Build your email list early! Don’t procrastinate on that.
The function of your social media should be to grow your email list.
Why? Because your email list is yours, it’s algorithm proof, and it can be 100% automated.

[6:18] Next we have Jennifer Allwood. Jennifer is a business coach and lifestyle influencer that teaches women how to monetize their online platforms. She loves to help creative women turn their talents and hobbies into lucrative online businessese!

What are Jennifer’s best tips?

Get around like-minded people.
You should look for people who are all trying to do what you’re trying to do in your business.
Their tips and resources will be really helpful to getting you to where you want to go faster.

[08:24] Steph Pase is next! Steph is the woman behind “Just Another Mummy Blog”. The mother of two is the Aussie queen of organisation. Steph chats about all things motherhood, fitness, mental health and of course her specialty; organising and life hacks. Steph’s main mission is to make women feel in control of their lives and homes. Her organisation hacks are now known as “stephing”, a term her audiences uses when organising and using her everyday hacks. Steph also recently launched her very first product “Steph Pase Planners”!!

What are Steph’s best tips?

Don’t be scared to show your audience the real you and the process behind your real product!
People love to buy from people.

[08:49] Melanie Moore has been a guest on the podcast before and my listeners seriously loved her! Melanie helps impact driven visionaries transcend their limiting beliefs, so that they can gain the clarity they need to fully commit to their vision and impact their world. She is a mindset coach who helps her clients to Tap Into their Big Vision. Melanie helps you set crazy goals and then guides you on the path to achieving them, through the art of visualisation combined with the power of Emotional Freedom Technique AKA tapping.

Check out MWH 175 : How To Tap Into Your Big Vision with Melanie!

What are Melanie’s best tips?

Surround yourself with people who are going to believe in you and nurture your dream.
When you’re starting out everything is quite fragile, so protect that energy.

[10:04] Laura Phillips is sharing a huge truth bomb in this section. Laura is the founder of Love To Launch a launch strategy and coaching company that helps online entrepreneurs sell more of their courses, programs and offers using launch events. They work with hundreds of clients all over the world helping them go from zero to 6-figure launches and beyond without being spammy or salesy.

What are Laura’s best tips?

Stop comparing yourself to other people.
Stay focused on your own path. It will be hard, but that’s the best thing you can do.
You only need a handful of customers to get started.
Comparison is a surefire way to stop you from showing up the way you’re supposed to be.
Create more than you consume.
Laura’s go to mantra is: Scrolling is for wannabes.

[12:33] Lisa Corduff is a previous podcast guest and I’m so excited for her to share her tip today! Lisa launched her online business with three kids under four at her feet. In the past four years she has built a thriving business by outsourcing and staying in her zone of genius – she doesn’t have time for mucking around!

Check out MWH 162 : How She Built Her Brand With Live Video which also featured Lisa.

What are Lisa’s best tips?

You do not need a stack of time. Instead, you need to get cool with taking imperfect action!
Don’t keep yourself in a stage of procrastination.
Stop waiting for things to be perfect.
Show up in service and lead your business with love.

[14:43] Jadah Sellner is going to be sharing a really amazing tip that I absolutely love! Jada is the host of the Lead with Love™ podcast, and an international keynote and TEDx speaker redefining the way we work, lead and love. As the co-founder of Simple Green Smoothies, a serial entrepreneur and online community growth strategist, Jadah has built a community of 355,000 email subscribers and 415,000 Instagram followers.

Check out MWH 142 : How To Lead With Fierce Authenticity which features Jadah!

What are Jadah’s best tips?

Don’t put a timeline on your dreams.
If you don’t reach a goal right away, don’t lower your ambition. Just extend your timeline!
Consider creating a vision board.

[17:13] Wow. How amazing were those tips?! You know, it wouldn’t be a Mums With Hustle Podcast episode if I didn’t jump in and also share my one of my best tips for early stage business owners who are just starting out.

What is my best tip?

Stay curious.
Get curious about why things work. And even more curious about why things didn’t work.
There are no failures; there are lessons.
Find fun in that curiousity.
You are powerful.

[21:29] Sending a big massive hug to all of the lovely ladies who took the time to contribute to this episode: Jennifer, Laura, Melanie, Jadah, Allison, Steph, and Lisa! You are all incredible women in business and an invaluable part of the Mums With Hustle Community.

[22:05] I’d love to know which tip resonated the most with you or if you have a tip you’d love to share! Tag me in your Instagram Stories (@mumswithhustle) and let me know your thoughts or your tips. Maybe I’ll repost you! You never know.

[22:47] Before I love you and leave you, I want to remind you that we’re running a giveaway for anyone who leaves a podcast review on iTunes between now and the end of October. You will be entered into a drawing and we’ll be sending many winners a special prize in the mail to show our gratitude! So if you haven’t already left a review, please make sure you do so along with your Instagram handle.