The Business Mum Compass: Helping new mum entrepreneurs beat impostor syndrome, build confidence and grow with purpose.

Marie Carrillon
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Ever caught yourself thinking, “Who am I to do this?”, right when you’re about to show up or grow your business? This is the podcast for mums and women in business who are ready to move through impostor syndrome, self-doubt and the fear of being seen so they can confidently build a business with purpose and sell their knowledge online. Hosted by Marie, a French-Australian entrepreneur, this podcast shares real conversations, practical strategies and behind-the-scenes insights on building a business in the messy middle of motherhood ,where confidence doesn’t come first and growth happens in real time. You’ll learn how to: • Overcome impostor syndrome and limiting beliefs as a woman in business • Show up online with confidence and clarity • Turn your knowledge, skills, and ideas into income Because building a business isn’t only about making money, it’s about creating something meaningful, aligned with your purpose and designed to support your life as a mum in business. Through solo episodes and interviews with inspiring founders, you’ll walk away with the tools and mindset shifts to show up consistently, attract clients and build a business that actually fits your life as a mum. Because building a business isn’t about being fearless, it’s about showing up anyway. You don’t need to feel ready. You just need to begin. 👉 If you’re ready to show up online and start building your business, hit play on the latest episode now. 🎙️

  1. 9h ago

    #EP110 - Mum Entrepreneur, Are You Feeling Behind? This Is Your Reminder.

    You’re Not Failing. You’re Overwhelmed.This episode is a little different.It’s a voice note. No polished script. No pretending I have it all figured out. Just an honest conversation about what it feels like when, as a mum entrepreneur, you suddenly feel like you’re failing at everything. Over the last few days, I’ve been feeling overwhelmed. My business isn’t growing the way I want it to, my house is a mess, I missed an appointment, and I found myself questioning whether I was actually doing a good enough job at all. And I know I’m not the only mom entrepreneur or woman in business who has felt this way. Sometimes, one difficult week can trigger impostor syndrome and make us question everything we’re building. But feeling like a failure doesn’t mean you are failing. In this voice note, I share what helped me step out of the spiral, regulate my nervous system and look underneath the surface to understand what was really going on as a mom in business and mom entrepreneur. You’re not just building a business. You’re doing it alongside motherhood, family responsibilities, the mental load and everything else that needs your attention. And sometimes what feels like failure is actually overwhelm, exhaustion or a lack of clarity. 🎧 Listen to Episode 109If this voice note resonates with you, go back to Episode 109, the episode just before this one. + If you like this episode, please give the show a review. It will help me so much to grow and help other moms entrepreneur find their way to the pod. + FOLLOW THE PODCAST or message Marie on Instagram + This podcast is for mum entrepreneur who start their business and want to overcome limiting beliefs, impostor syndrome and fear of being seen so they can confidently sell their knowledge online with purpose.

    #EP110 - Mum Entrepreneur, Are You Feeling Behind? This Is Your Reminder.

  2. 2d ago

    #EP109 - Feeling Like a Failure? The Mom Entrepreneurs Reality No One Talks About

    You are a mum entrepreneur, mum in business - Have you ever had one of those weeks where everything feels like it’s going wrong? Your business isn’t growing as quickly as you hoped. The house is a mess. You’re forgetting appointments. Your to-do list keeps getting longer and suddenly, instead of thinking “I’m having a difficult week,” you’re thinking “I’m failing at everything.” Yep. I’ve been there. In this episode. I’m getting really honest about what happens when the pressure of motherhood, business and mental load all collide and how easy it is to mistake overwhelm for failure. In this episode, you’ll discover:Why feeling like a failure doesn’t mean you’re actually failing — and how to separate facts from the story your overwhelmed brain is telling you.How to regulate your nervous system before trying to solve everything — because you don’t need to make big decisions from a dysregulated state.How clarity, planning and simple systems can reduce overwhelm — and why sometimes you don’t need more motivation, you need better support and structure. Because being a mum entrepreneur means you’re not just building a business. You’re building it between school runs, appointments, laundry, mental load, family life and everything else that needs you. So if you are a mum in business and you've been feeling like you’re failing lately, this episode is your reminder: You might not be failing. You might just be overwhelmed. And those two things can feel remarkably similar. THE 4 R's Method: REGULATE — get out of the spiral. REALITY CHECK — feelings aren't facts. REVEAL — what's actually underneath the feeling? REORGANISE — create the plan/system/support you actually need. + If you like this episode, please give the show a review. It will help me so much to grow and help other moms entrepreneur find their way to the pod. + FOLLOW THE PODCAST on Instagram + If you want practical tips, inspiration, and strategies to grow your business, join my newsletter via the show notes and get exclusive content to help you show up online confidently. + This podcast is for mum entrepreneurs who start their business and want to overcome limiting beliefs, impostor syndrome and fear of being seen so they can confidently sell their knowledge online with purpose.

    #EP109 - Feeling Like a Failure? The Mom Entrepreneurs Reality No One Talks About

  3. Aug 12

    #EP108- Trust Yourself: Why You Need to Aim Higher Than You Think As A Mum Entrepreneur

    What would happen if you stopped second-guessing yourself and actually trusted that you’re capable of more? In this short voice note to her younger self, Jess Watman shares a powerful reminder for every mum entrepreneur: you already have more skills, experience and capability than you give yourself credit for. When we’re building a business, it’s easy to focus on what we don’t know, compare ourselves to women who seem further ahead, or convince ourselves that our dreams are simply too big. But what if the next step isn’t another course, another strategy or another qualification? What if it’s simply learning to trust yourself? If you’ve been playing small, questioning whether you’re capable, or waiting for someone else to validate your next move, this episode is your reminder: Trust yourself. Trust what you know. And aim for the stars. SIGN UP TO THE BUSINESS MUM COMPASS Newsletter : https://mailchi.mp/11e3ae1e8bfb/lucky-last-sign-up + FOLLOW THE PODCAST on Instagram + If you want practical tips, inspiration, and strategies to grow your business, join my newsletter via the show notes and get exclusive content to help you show up online confidently. + This podcast is for mum entrepreneurs who start their business and want to overcome limiting beliefs, impostor syndrome and fear of being seen so they can confidently sell their knowledge online with purpose.

    #EP108- Trust Yourself: Why You Need to Aim Higher Than You Think As A Mum Entrepreneur

  4. Aug 10

    #EP107 - How to Step Into a CEO Identity Before You Feel Ready As A Mum Entrepreneur

    What if you don’t need more confidence to grow your business, you need to start seeing yourself differently? Jess Watman, CEO of Agents Sync, started building her business while still working full-time. She generated $250K in her business while employed and, in her first full year of going all in, grew the business to $1M in revenue. And yet, impostor syndrome didn’t magically disappear. In this episode, Jess and I explore the identity shift from employee to CEO and what it really takes to back yourself before you feel ready. We talk about impostor syndrome, self-doubt, visibility, delegation and the challenges mum entrepreneurs face when building a business while managing the demands of motherhood. In this episode, you’ll learn:How to shift from an employee mindset to a confident CEO identityWhy impostor syndrome can stay with you—even when your business is successfulHow delegation, support and building a team can help you grow without doing everything yourself If you’re a mum entrepreneur or a mum in business who knows you have valuable knowledge to share but still questions whether you’re qualified, ready or confident enough to put yourself out there, this episode is for you. You don’t have to feel ready to start acting like the CEO your business needs you to become. SIGN UP TO THE BUSINESS MUM COMPASS Newsletter : https://mailchi.mp/11e3ae1e8bfb/lucky-last-sign-up + FOLLOW THE PODCAST on Instagram + FOLLOW Jess Watman and Agents Sync https://agentsync.com.au/ + If you want practical tips, inspiration, and strategies to grow your business, join my newsletter via the show notes and get exclusive content to help you show up online confidently. + This podcast is for mum entrepreneurs who start their business and want to overcome limiting beliefs, impostor syndrome and fear of being seen so they can confidently sell their knowledge online with purpose.

    #EP107 - How to Step Into a CEO Identity Before You Feel Ready As A Mum Entrepreneur

  5. Aug 5

    #EP106 - How to Trust Yourself Before You Feel Ready As A Mum Entrepreneur

    Moms in Business or Moms Entrepreneur? What would your younger self need to hear today? In this special bonus episode, Jessica Whatman, founder of Agents Sync, shares a heartfelt voice note to her younger self—reflecting on the lessons she's learned about self-belief, purpose, courage, and trusting the journey, even in moments of self-doubt. If you're a mum entrepreneur navigating impostor syndrome or wondering if you're truly capable, this short message is a powerful reminder that you don't have to have it all figured out to keep moving forward. Listen to this bonus episode for a moment of encouragement and perspective. 🎧 To hear Jessica's full story and our conversation on stepping into your CEO identity before you feel ready, listen to the full episode: How to Step Into a CEO Identity Before You Feel Ready as a Mum Entrepreneur. + SIGN UP TO THE BUSINESS MUM COMPASS Newsletter : https://mailchi.mp/11e3ae1e8bfb/lucky-last-sign-up + FOLLOW THE PODCAST on Instagram FOLLOW JESS from Agents Sync + If you want practical tips, inspiration, and strategies to grow your business, join my newsletter via the show notes and get exclusive content to help you show up online confidently. + This podcast is for moms entrepreneurs who start their business and want to overcome limiting beliefs, impostor syndrome and fear of being seen so they can confidently sell their knowledge online with purpose.

    #EP106 - How to Trust Yourself Before You Feel Ready As A Mum Entrepreneur

  6. Aug 3

    #EP105 - How to Step Into a CEO Identity Before You Feel Ready as a Mum Entrepreneur

    What if you didn't need to feel confident before becoming the CEO your business needs? So many mum entrepreneurs believe they need more experience, more confidence, or more proof before they can truly own their role as a CEO. But what if the biggest shift isn't in your business—it's in your identity? In this episode, Marie is joined by Jessica Whatman, founder of Agents Sync, who shares the honest story behind building a seven-figure business while navigating self-doubt, impostor syndrome, and motherhood. 3 Benefits of Listening to This Episode✨ You'll discover how to step into your CEO identity before you feel "ready." ✨ You'll learn practical mindset shifts to navigate impostor syndrome with greater confidence and clarity. ✨ You'll walk away feeling inspired to grow your business with purpose, knowing that self-doubt doesn't have to hold you back. 🎧 Listen to this episode if you're a mum entrepreneur who's ready to stop waiting for confidence, embrace your purpose, and become the CEO your business is calling you to be. SIGN UP TO THE BUSINESS MUM COMPASS Newsletter : https://mailchi.mp/11e3ae1e8bfb/lucky-last-sign-up + FOLLOW THE PODCAST on Instagram LEARN MORE ABOUT Agent Sync: https://agentsync.com.au/ + If you want practical tips, inspiration, and strategies to grow your business, join my newsletter via the show notes and get exclusive content to help you show up online confidently. + This podcast is for mum entrepreneurs who start their business and want to overcome limiting beliefs, impostor syndrome and fear of being seen so they can confidently sell their knowledge online with purpose.

    #EP105 - How to Step Into a CEO Identity Before You Feel Ready as a Mum Entrepreneur

  7. Jul 27

    #EP104 - "Ironically, Becoming a Mum Made Me More Ambitious"

    What if motherhood isn’t the thing holding you back… but the thing that’s actually making you more ambitious than ever? In this episode, Marie explores why motherhood often becomes a source of clarity, purpose, and drive for mum entrepreneurs, while also creating internal conflict, guilt, and emotional tension that so many women quietly carry. Instead of slowing you down, motherhood can sharpen your focus on what actually matters—your values, your time, your energy, and the kind of life you want to build. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why motherhood can increase ambition rather than reduce it as a mum entrepreneurHow becoming a mum shifts your priorities and reconnects you to purpose as a mum in businessWhy ambition and guilt often coexist in this season of life—and what it really means Marie also shares her personal story of how motherhood changed her direction, pulled her away from traditional career ambition, and led her to building a purpose-driven business and podcast aligned with her values. If you’ve ever felt more driven but also more conflicted since becoming a mum, this episode will help you reframe what you’re experiencing—and see it as growth, not contradiction. Press play and rethink what ambition looks like in this season of life. + SIGN UP TO THE BUSINESS MUM COMPASS Newsletter : https://mailchi.mp/11e3ae1e8bfb/lucky-last-sign-up + LEARN MORE ABOUT NOURISHING BUBS: https://www.nourishingbubs.com/ + FOLLOW THE PODCAST on Instagram + And if you’re thinking, ‘Okay… but what do I actually do this week to show up online and build my confidence?’ I’ve got you. Download my FREE VISIBILITY Guide and start showing up online like a PRO. + This podcast is for mum entrepreneurs who start their business and want to overcome limiting beliefs, impostor syndrome and fear of being seen so they can confidently sell their knowledge online with purpose.

    #EP104 - "Ironically, Becoming a Mum Made Me More Ambitious"

  8. Jul 23

    #EP103 - What Most Mum Entrepreneurs Underestimate About Building a Business

    What if the success you admire in other business owners is built on sacrifices and hard work that no one ever sees? In this short note, Marie and Bella ( EP 102's guest) reflects on what people underestimate most about building a business from scratch: the late nights, the early mornings, and the sacrifices made behind closed doors. She shares why she started her business while working full-time, how her dream of becoming a present mum shaped her entrepreneurial journey, and how spotting a simple problem with her cavoodle, Bambi, sparked an idea that changed everything. This episode will remind every mum entrepreneur and mum in business that building a business isn't about finding the perfect time or having it all figured out—it's about being willing to take action on an idea that aligns with the life you want to create. If you've been waiting for the right moment to start your business or questioning whether the hard work is worth it, this episode will remind you that every successful business begins with an idea, a sacrifice, and the courage to start. Hit play and share this episode with another mum entrepreneur who needs this reminder today. + SIGN UP TO THE BUSINESS MUM COMPASS Newsletter : https://mailchi.mp/11e3ae1e8bfb/lucky-last-sign-up + FOLLOW THE PODCAST on Instagram + If you want practical tips, inspiration, and strategies to grow your business, join my newsletter via the show notes and get exclusive content to help you show up online confidently. + This podcast is for mum entrepreneurs who start their business and want to overcome limiting beliefs, impostor syndrome and fear of being seen so they can confidently sell their knowledge online with purpose.

    #EP103 - What Most Mum Entrepreneurs Underestimate About Building a Business
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Ever caught yourself thinking, “Who am I to do this?”, right when you’re about to show up or grow your business? This is the podcast for mums and women in business who are ready to move through impostor syndrome, self-doubt and the fear of being seen so they can confidently build a business with purpose and sell their knowledge online. Hosted by Marie, a French-Australian entrepreneur, this podcast shares real conversations, practical strategies and behind-the-scenes insights on building a business in the messy middle of motherhood ,where confidence doesn’t come first and growth happens in real time. You’ll learn how to: • Overcome impostor syndrome and limiting beliefs as a woman in business • Show up online with confidence and clarity • Turn your knowledge, skills, and ideas into income Because building a business isn’t only about making money, it’s about creating something meaningful, aligned with your purpose and designed to support your life as a mum in business. Through solo episodes and interviews with inspiring founders, you’ll walk away with the tools and mindset shifts to show up consistently, attract clients and build a business that actually fits your life as a mum. Because building a business isn’t about being fearless, it’s about showing up anyway. You don’t need to feel ready. You just need to begin. 👉 If you’re ready to show up online and start building your business, hit play on the latest episode now. 🎙️

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