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. #EP97 - Why Mum Entrepreneurs Struggle With Consistency (It’s Actually Decision Fatigue)

    18h ago

    #EP97 - Why Mum Entrepreneurs Struggle With Consistency (It’s Actually Decision Fatigue)

    What if your consistency problem isn’t about discipline but about decision fatigue? This is a quick voice note from Marie on The Business Mum Compass Podcast, sharing a powerful reframe for mum entrepreneurs who feel overwhelmed, inconsistent, or like they “can’t stay on track” in their business. In this short episode, Marie explains how constant daily micro-decisions—around family, life admin, and emotional load—can drain your mental capacity before you even start your work. What looks like procrastination or lack of discipline is often actually cognitive overload. In this voice note, you’ll learn: Why inconsistency is often linked to decision fatigue, not lack of discipline as a mum entrepreneurHow mental overload shows up as procrastination, scrolling, and avoidanceHow to start designing your business around energy and simplicity instead of willpower as a mum entrepreneur If you’ve been feeling stuck, inconsistent, or frustrated with yourself, this episode will help you see things differently—and with more self-compassion. Press play and reset your perspective. + 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.

    2 min
  2. #EP 96 - Why Mum Entrepreneurs Think They Lack Discipline (When It’s Actually Decision Fatigue)

    3d ago

    #EP 96 - Why Mum Entrepreneurs Think They Lack Discipline (When It’s Actually Decision Fatigue)

    What if you don’t actually have a discipline problem… but a decision fatigue problem you’ve never named? In today’s episode, Marie is unpacking why so many mum entrepreneurs building a business with purpose often feel inconsistent, unmotivated, or “behind” and why the real issue has nothing to do with discipline, and everything to do with mental load, cognitive overload, and the invisible decisions draining you before you even touch your business. And underneath it all? The quiet layer of impostor syndrome that makes you question whether you’re even cut out for this, when in reality, you’re just exhausted. In this episode, you’ll learn: ✅ Why constant micro-decisions throughout the day drain your ability to focus and execute in your business as a mum entrepreneur ✅ How cognitive depletion shows up as procrastination, scrolling, and inconsistency (not laziness) ✅ How to design your business around energy and systems, not willpower or motivation Press play to learn why your inconsistency as mum entrepreneurs isn’t a discipline issue but a decision fatigue problem hiding in your daily mental load. + SIGN UP TO THE BUSINESS MUM COMPASS Newsletter : https://mailchi.mp/11e3ae1e8bfb/lucky-last-sign-up + 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.

    12 min
  3. #EP95 - Impostor Syndrome for Mum Entrepreneurs & Mother in Business | Trust Your Expertise Now

    Jun 24

    #EP95 - Impostor Syndrome for Mum Entrepreneurs & Mother in Business | Trust Your Expertise Now

    If you've ever felt like you're not experienced enough, confident enough as a mum entrepreneur or ready enough to put yourself out there, this episode is for you. Marie sits down with Olivia Bates, founder of Nourishing Bubbs, women entrepreneur and business owner to discuss the realities of growing a business while overcoming imposter syndrome, self-doubt, and the fear of being visible online. Olivia shares how she learned to trust her expertise, show up authentically, and build a supportive community around her brand. In this short note, you will: • Learn how to start showing up online before you feel completely ready as a mum entrepreneur • Discover how authenticity and visibility can help build trust, confidence, and a loyal community. Note to My Younger Self "Trust yourself more. You know more than you think you do, and confidence comes from taking action, not waiting until you feel ready." Tune in now and take the first step toward showing up with confidence in your business and sharing the message only you can bring + 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.

    3 min
  4. #EP94 - Mum Entrepreneur & Imposter Syndrome | Show Up Before You Feel Ready

    Jun 22

    #EP94 - Mum Entrepreneur & Imposter Syndrome | Show Up Before You Feel Ready

    If you’ve ever questioned whether you’re experienced enough, visible enough, or confident enough to grow your online business, this conversation will resonate deeply. In this episode, Marie is joined by Olivia Bates, founder of Nourishing Bubbs, a brand helping parents take the stress out of starting solids by making baby nutrition simpler, safer, and more empowering. Marie sits down with Olivia Bates, founder of Nourishing Bubbs, to explore what really happens when mum entrepreneurs start showing up online before they feel ready. Discover the mindset shifts, visibility strategies, and confidence-building tactics that work when imposter syndrome tries to hold you back and why waiting to feel "ready" might be costing you. In this episode, you’ll learn: How to start showing up online even when you don’t feel ready yetHow imposter syndrome shows up for expert mum entrepreneurs and how to move through itHow visibility and authenticity help you build trust, confidence, and a loyal community If you’re sitting on an idea, a message, or a business you know could help others—but you’ve been hesitating to be seen—this episode will give you the push you need. Press play and step into visibility. + 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.

    31 min
  5. #EP93 - The 42% Rule: Why Mum Entrepreneurs Need Nervous System Healing, Not Less Work

    Jun 17

    #EP93 - The 42% Rule: Why Mum Entrepreneurs Need Nervous System Healing, Not Less Work

    What if burnout isn’t about doing less… but about finally understanding the 42% rule your nervous system has been trying to tell you all along? In this episode of The Business Mum Compass, we unpack the connection between burnout, nervous system regulation, rest, and recovery and why so many mum entrepreneurs are running on survival mode without real recovery built into their lives. Today you will learn: What the 42% rule for burnout actually means and why recovery is more than just sleep for mum entrepreneursHow chronic stress impacts your nervous system, energy, focus, and emotional capacity as a mum entrepreneurSimple ways to integrate rest, movement, mindful recovery, and nervous system support into your everyday routine without guilt If you’ve been feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, or constantly “on,” this episode will help you rethink burnout, recovery, and what sustainable success truly looks like. 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 + 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.

    6 min
  6. #EP92 - Mum Entrepreneurs: Burnout Is Not a Badge of Honor

    Jun 15

    #EP92 - Mum Entrepreneurs: Burnout Is Not a Badge of Honor

    Are you a mum entrepreneur, woman in business, or ambitious founder feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, or stuck in constant hustle while trying to grow your business online with purpose? In this episode, Marie explores why burnout is not a badge of honor for mum entrepreneurs and why it has become a serious business risk instead of a milestone. Many women leave their 9–5 seeking freedom and flexibility, only to recreate the same exhausting cycle inside their business, leading to burnout, inconsistency, and self-doubt. By listening to this episode, you will learn how to: Recognise the early signs of burnout in your business before it impacts your performance, creativity, and confidenceUnderstand why burnout is often normalised in entrepreneurship and how to shift out of unsustainable hustle patternsBuild a calmer, more consistent and purpose-driven way of working that supports long-term growth without draining your energy Press play to discover how mum entrepreneurs can avoid burnout, protect their energy, and build a sustainable business that grows with purpose instead of pressure. SIGN UP TO THE BUSINESS MUM COMPASS Newsletter : https://mailchi.mp/11e3ae1e8bfb/lucky-last-sign-up + FOLLOW THE PODCAST on Instagram + This podcast is for mum entrepreneurs, mum in business and women in business who start their business and want to build confidence, overcome limiting beliefs, impostor syndrome and fear of being seen so they can confidently sell their knowledge online with purpose.

    23 min
  7. #EP91 - Say Yes Anyway | Mum Entrepreneurs Overcoming Impostor Syndrome & Finding Purpose

    Jun 10

    #EP91 - Say Yes Anyway | Mum Entrepreneurs Overcoming Impostor Syndrome & Finding Purpose

    What happens when mum entrepreneurs stop waiting to feel ready… and say yes anyway? In this episode, we explore the reality of being a mum entrepreneur navigating impostor syndrome while trying to build a business rooted in purpose. If you’ve ever felt like you’re not ready, not qualified, or not “there yet,” this conversation will meet you exactly where you are. Today we will uncover: How confidence is built through action, not before it — and what changes when you start anywayThe link between purpose and momentum, and why clarity often comes after you begin, not before Hit play on this episode and share it with another mum entrepreneur who needs the reminder: you don’t have to feel ready to begin. SIGN UP TO THE BUSINESS MUM COMPASS Newsletter : https://mailchi.mp/11e3ae1e8bfb/lucky-last-sign-up + 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.

    5 min
  8. #EP90 - Break Free From Permission | Mum Entrepreneurs & Mothers in Business Building With Purpose

    Jun 8

    #EP90 - Break Free From Permission | Mum Entrepreneurs & Mothers in Business Building With Purpose

    Are you a mum entrepreneur, woman in business, or aspiring founder constantly waiting for permission before showing up online, starting your business, or taking the next big step? Welcome to The Business Mum Compass Podcast, the podcast helping mum entrepreneurs, mums in business and women in business overcome impostor syndrome, self-doubt, and the fear of being seen online so they can confidently build a purpose-driven business and sell their knowledge online. In this episode, Marie opens up about the hidden habit so many mum entrepreneurs struggle with: waiting for permission. Waiting for validation before launching the business, showing up online, calling yourself an expert, or trusting your own voice. Through a raw and personal conversation, Marie shares why so many women stay stuck in self-doubt and how to finally start taking action without needing outside approval first. By listening to this episode, you will learn how to: Understand why mum entrepreneurs often wait for permission and external validation before taking actionBuild self-trust and confidence even when impostor syndrome and self-doubt are telling you to stay smallStart showing up online, growing your business, and moving forward before you feel fully ready Press play to discover how to stop waiting for permission, overcome impostor syndrome as a mum entrepreneur, and finally trust yourself enough to build the purposeful business and life you truly want. SIGN UP TO THE BUSINESS MUM COMPASS Newsletter : https://mailchi.mp/11e3ae1e8bfb/lucky-last-sign-up + FOLLOW THE PODCAST on Instagram + This podcast is for mum entrepreneurs, mum in business and women in business who start their business and want to build confidence, overcome limiting beliefs, impostor syndrome and fear of being seen so they can confidently sell their knowledge online with purpose.

    25 min
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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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