The Chill MomBoss - Build a Profitable Business from Home while Raising Kids

Michelle Hon

Michelle Hon aka The Chill Mom reveals how she builds multiple 6-figure businesses from home while raising 3 children. You'll get all of her online and offline business strategies including how to build a personal brand, blogging, becoming an influencer in your own niche to charging clients what you're worth, turning your hobby into a profitable business. While Michelle admits that she's not an expert in everything, she brings on other successful entrepreneurs to teach you everything from parenting, balancing home and work, outsourcing, search engine optimization, freelancing, growing followers, building authority and trust, niche sites, social media, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Podcasting, eBooks, online courses, affiliate marketing, getting the smart things done and everything that works (and doesn't work) to help you reach your goals and live your best mom life.

  1. FEB 23

    #145 She Built a 1,000+ Member Community in 1 Year (MomBoss Alumni)

    How does a regular mum build a 1,000+ member community and become a crypto coach in under a year? Most people think you need a finance degree or a tech background to pivot this hard. Lidya Veronika proved them wrong. In this episode, I'm sitting down with Lidya—a mother of two and a proud MomBoss Academy Alumni—to talk about how she went from hospitality entrepreneur to a leading voice in the crypto space. 🚀 Want the exact framework we used to help Lidya achieve this? Register for my free Lead Gen Masterclass here: https://momboss.academy/lead-gen-masterclass In this episode, we dive into: - The transition: From hospitality to crypto (without the "tech-bro" jargon). - Becoming In-Demand: How Lidya built authority and attracted leads using social media. - Personal branding: Why being a "mum" was actually her biggest business advantage. - The "Author" Pivot: How she published her book to educate other parents. - The mindset shifts required to start from zero when you're already busy. Lidya's story isn't just about crypto; it's about what happens when you stop overthinking and start building an actual system around your passion.   Watch full video: https://youtu.be/ZMwbkR_qEBE  Connect with Lidya: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smartmomvestor Order "Smart Mom, Smart Money": https://lynk.id/sheleadsacademy.id  CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: https://instagram.com/thechillmom LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michhon/ Website: https://momboss.academy   __________________________   ABOUT: 13 years ago, Michelle Hon started a blog from home and turned it into a more than half a million dollar revenue business. Today, she's an author, speaker, business coach, investor and she's leading 5 businesses, from F&B, publishing, digital marketing to education. Michelle's blog has generated more than 3 million views, and hundreds of students have completed her business growth online courses and videos. Her story has been featured on Channel News Asia, Lifetime Asia, The Asian Money, Parenting World and more. In 2019, Zine named her one of the Top 10 Mom Influencers in the World. She is the recipient for the Mentorship Award at 2022 World Women Organisation (WWO) Global Leadership Conference for the impact she has made.

    16 min
  2. FEB 9

    #144 Why Your Business Feels Heavy (and How To Fix It)

    The "Success" Trap No One Talks About.   From the outside, you've made it. Revenue is up, clients are happy, and the business is growing. But internally? It feels heavy. You're mentally replaying client calls at dinner, absorbing their stress, and wondering if "scaling" just means more weight on your shoulders.   In this video, I'm pulling back the curtain on why successful businesses start to feel draining. It's not a mindset issue or a lack of motivation—it's a structural one.   What we're covering: - The "Over-functioning Founder" trap (and why it stalls your growth). - Responsibility Clarity: What you are actually responsible for vs. what you've been carrying. - How to return the leadership to your clients so they get better results (and you get your life back). - 3 simple shifts to stop "emotional vigilance" in your business. - Scaling isn't about pushing harder; it's about building a business that no longer requires you to carry every single piece of it.   RESOURCES MENTIONED: ✨ FREE WORKSHOP: Ready to redesign your business for growth without the burnout? Join the live list for my next Masterclass here: https://momboss.academy/lead-gen-masterclass CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: https://instagram.com/thechillmom LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michhon/ Website: https://momboss.academy   Watch Full Video: https://youtu.be/NZRIgpwOoMQ    ABOUT: 13 years ago, Michelle Hon started a blog from home and turned it into a more than half a million dollar revenue business. Today, she's an author, speaker, business coach, investor and she's leading 5 businesses, from F&B, publishing, digital marketing to education. Michelle's blog has generated more than 3 million views, and hundreds of students have completed her business growth online courses and videos. Her story has been featured on Channel News Asia, Lifetime Asia, The Asian Money, Parenting World and more. In 2019, Zine named her one of the Top 10 Mom Influencers in the World. She is the recipient for the Mentorship Award at 2022 World Women Organisation (WWO) Global Leadership Conference for the impact she has made.

    17 min
  3. JAN 26

    #143 Why Your Home Still Doesn't Look "Pinterest" (Even After Buying Nice Furniture) ft. Interior Stylist Haley Tey

    You know that feeling when you've bought the sofa, the coffee table, the "nice" decor… and your living room still looks unfinished? In this episode, I talk to MomBoss Academy alumni - Haley Tey (Singapore based Interior Stylist) about why that happens, and the difference between: •        what an interior designer typically handles (layout, carpentry, technical stuff) •        vs what a stylist does (the parts that make a home look put together) You'll hear: •        Why "just buy nicer furniture" doesn't work •        The exact items that create a cozy home •        The tiny decisions that change everything •        How to make small homes look intentional If you're renovating, moving, selling, or just sick of your home feeling "not quite there" , watch this! 📌 Follow Haley + book a complimentary call: ButterHomes: https://www.instagram.com/butterhomes_?igsh=c2gxcWtiNGM0aHVu Book a complimentary call: https://www.butterhomes.co/consultation Watch the full video: https://youtu.be/OHDssIlb3tU   ------------ To connect with me on other platforms: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michhon   Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thechillmom   TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@michelle.hon   ABOUT: 12 years ago, Michelle Hon started a blog from home and turned it into a more than half a million dollar revenue business. Today, she's an author, speaker, business coach, investor and she's leading 5 businesses, from F&B, publishing, digital marketing to education. Michelle's blog has generated more than 3 million views, and hundreds of students have completed her business growth online courses and videos. Her story has been featured on Channel News Asia, Lifetime Asia, The Asian Money, Parenting World and more. In 2019, Zine named her one of the Top 10 Mom Influencers in the World. She is the recipient for the Mentorship Award at 2022 World Women Organisation (WWO) Global Leadership Conference for the impact she has made.

    32 min
  4. 12/20/2025

    #142 Teenagers Pushing You Away? Do This Immediately - feat. MomBoss Sze Yin Voon

    Do you feel like your teenager is pulling away from you, becoming distant, defensive, or completely closed off? You're not alone. And more importantly… it's not too late. In this episode, I sat down with MomBoss Academy Alumni & parenting coach Sze Yin, founder of Graceful Parenting, to unpack what's really happening when teenagers pull away, and how parents can rebuild connection even after years of tension, conflict, or emotional distance. Sze Yin shares her deeply personal journey of repairing a strained relationship with her own son, from feeling like enemies to rebuilding trust, safety, and connection, and reveals the 5-Step Graceful Parenting Roadmap she now uses to help parents of tweens and teenagers reconnect. Whether you're parenting a tween, teenager, or simply sensing distance growing, this conversation will give you clarity, relief, and practical next steps. 👉 Resources mentioned in this episode:         •        2-Minute Parent Reflection :  gracefulparenting.sg/2-min            •        Hope Call with Sze Yin: gracefulparenting.sg If this conversation resonated with you, don't forget to like, subscribe, and share it with another parent who needs hope today. Watch the full video: https://youtu.be/dccv3mhyUz0   ------------ To connect with me on other platforms: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michhon   Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thechillmom   TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@michelle.hon     ABOUT: 12 years ago, Michelle Hon started a blog from home and turned it into a more than half a million dollar revenue business. Today, she's an author, speaker, business coach, investor and she's leading 5 businesses, from F&B, publishing, digital marketing to education. Michelle's blog has generated more than 3 million views, and hundreds of students have completed her business growth online courses and videos. Her story has been featured on Channel News Asia, Lifetime Asia, The Asian Money, Parenting World and more. In 2019, Zine named her one of the Top 10 Mom Influencers in the World. She is the recipient for the Mentorship Award at 2022 World Women Organisation (WWO) Global Leadership Conference for the impact she has made.

    34 min
  5. 12/08/2025

    #141 Do you have a marketing problem?

    Most business owners think they have a marketing problem… but 9 out of 10 times, the real issue is something completely different. In this episode, I break down why your marketing feels unpredictable, how B2B clients actually make decisions, and what to focus on if you want consistent, high-quality clients without relying on referrals or chasing trends. If you're a coach, consultant, or service provider earning $3k–$10k/month and want more control and predictability in your business, apply for our In-Demand Accelerator Program:   https://growth.momboss.academy/mba-application-call   Watch the full video: https://youtu.be/evEvK-gGJGM ------------ To connect with me on other platforms: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michhon   Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thechillmom   TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@michelle.hon   ABOUT: 12 years ago, Michelle Hon started a blog from home and turned it into a more than half a million dollar revenue business. Today, she's an author, speaker, business coach, investor and she's leading 5 businesses, from F&B, publishing, digital marketing to education. Michelle's blog has generated more than 3 million views, and hundreds of students have completed her business growth online courses and videos. Her story has been featured on Channel News Asia, Lifetime Asia, The Asian Money, Parenting World and more. In 2019, Zine named her one of the Top 10 Mom Influencers in the World. She is the recipient for the Mentorship Award at 2022 World Women Organisation (WWO) Global Leadership Conference for the impact she has made.

    14 min
  6. 11/24/2025

    #140 How Sleep Training Transformed Her Life and Inspired a Business

    What if the hardest season of your motherhood… became the beginning of your purpose?   In today's episode, meet Leann Low, founder of Sleepy Bubba, certified sleep coach, and a mum who went from complete exhaustion to building a business that now helps thousands of families sleep better.   Leann shares: ✨ How sleep training transformed her life ✨ Why there's still so much taboo around sleep training in Asia ✨ Her turning point from corporate project manager to mompreneur ✨ How she built systems to stop hustling and start scaling   ✨ And how YOU can take the first step toward better sleep, or your own business Whether you're a tired parent, a mum dreaming about starting something of your own, or someone who loves real transformation stories… this interview will stay with you. ❤️   👇 CHECK OUT LEANN'S COURSE & FREE TIPS Sleepy Bubba: https://sleepybubba.com The Sleepy Bubba Method Program: https://event.sleepybubba.com/thesleepybubbamethod   👇 WORK WITH MICHELLE / MOMBOSS ACADEMY Build a profitable business without sacrificing family time: https://growth.momboss.academy     Watch the full video: https://youtu.be/oir7idzJBOA     ------------ To connect with me on other platforms: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michhon   Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thechillmom   TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@michelle.hon     ABOUT: 12 years ago, Michelle Hon started a blog from home and turned it into a more than half a million dollar revenue business. Today, she's an author, speaker, business coach, investor and she's leading 5 businesses, from F&B, publishing, digital marketing to education. Michelle's blog has generated more than 3 million views, and hundreds of students have completed her business growth online courses and videos. Her story has been featured on Channel News Asia, Lifetime Asia, The Asian Money, Parenting World and more. In 2019, Zine named her one of the Top 10 Mom Influencers in the World. She is the recipient for the Mentorship Award at 2022 World Women Organisation (WWO) Global Leadership Conference for the impact she has made.

    27 min
  7. 11/02/2025

    #139 How My 9-Year-Old Sold Rocks: The Power of Curiosity and Kid Entrepreneurship

    What if your child could turn ordinary rocks into sold-out products? In this inspiring story from school Market Day, my 9-year-old son Will and his teammate Wrayson used the magic of blind bags to spark curiosity, sell out, and learn the true secrets of business and marketing. You'll discover: The psychology behind kids loving blind bags and why curiosity sells How packaging and storytelling transform everyday objects into valuable products Lessons in marketing, entrepreneurship, and adaptability—from selling products to flipping items and offering services How young entrepreneurs create value and connect emotionally with their audience Whether you're a parent, marketer, or entrepreneur, this video shows how the right positioning, storytelling, and curiosity can elevate any idea. Subscribe for more real-world stories and business insights: ✔️ Hit the button below to get notified of new uploads! ✔️ Share your thoughts or your own market day story in the comments. Curiosity sells, story connects, and confidence converts. If a nine-year-old can sell rocks, so can you! Watch the full video: https://youtu.be/S1q20E1QCb4   ----------- To connect with me on other platforms: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michhon   Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thechillmom   TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@michelle.hon     ABOUT: 12 years ago, Michelle Hon started a blog from home and turned it into a more than half a million dollar revenue business. Today, she's an author, speaker, business coach, investor and she's leading 5 businesses, from F&B, publishing, digital marketing to education. Michelle's blog has generated more than 3 million views, and hundreds of students have completed her business growth online courses and videos. Her story has been featured on Channel News Asia, Lifetime Asia, The Asian Money, Parenting World and more. In 2019, Zine named her one of the Top 10 Mom Influencers in the World. She is the recipient for the Mentorship Award at 2022 World Women Organisation (WWO) Global Leadership Conference for the impact she has made.

    13 min
  8. 10/20/2025

    #138 How to grow and take charge of your wealth ► ft. Crystal Chow

    What happens when a woman finally decides to take full control of her money and her life?   In this episode, I sat down with Crystal Chow, an investor and wealth strategist who left a 13-year banking career to teach women how to grow 7- and 8-figure portfolios.   Crystal shares how her past, from being a third-generation single mother to walking away from an abusive marriage, became the reason she helps other women create true financial freedom.   💬 Inside this conversation: The real reason successful women still avoid managing their money How to start investing without feeling overwhelmed Why financial confidence is about more than numbers The surprising link between feminine energy and wealth   ✨ If you've ever told yourself "I'm just not good with money," this episode will change how you see yourself and your power.   📱 Connect with Crystal:  Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/shinningwithcrystal    🔔 Don't forget to subscribe and turn on the bell, we've got more power-packed episodes coming your way!   Watch this episode on YT: https://youtu.be/0CbT1_MrOjA    🔔 Don't forget to subscribe and turn on the bell, we've got more power-packed episodes coming your way!   ------------ To connect with me on other platforms: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michhon Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thechillmom TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@michelle.hon   --------------- ABOUT: 12 years ago, Michelle Hon started a blog from home and turned it into a more than half a million dollar revenue business. Today, she's an author, speaker, business coach, investor and she's leading 5 businesses, from F&B, publishing, digital marketing to education. Michelle's blog has generated more than 3 million views, and hundreds of students have completed her business growth online courses and videos. Her story has been featured on Channel News Asia, Lifetime Asia, The Asian Money, Parenting World and more. In 2019, Zine named her one of the Top 10 Mom Influencers in the World. She is the recipient for the Mentorship Award at 2022 World Women Organisation (WWO) Global Leadership Conference for the impact she has made.

    37 min

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Michelle Hon aka The Chill Mom reveals how she builds multiple 6-figure businesses from home while raising 3 children. You'll get all of her online and offline business strategies including how to build a personal brand, blogging, becoming an influencer in your own niche to charging clients what you're worth, turning your hobby into a profitable business. While Michelle admits that she's not an expert in everything, she brings on other successful entrepreneurs to teach you everything from parenting, balancing home and work, outsourcing, search engine optimization, freelancing, growing followers, building authority and trust, niche sites, social media, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Podcasting, eBooks, online courses, affiliate marketing, getting the smart things done and everything that works (and doesn't work) to help you reach your goals and live your best mom life.