The Mompreneur Collective

Jamie Smith

The Mompreneur Collective  shares real stories of women balancing the demands of motherhood and entrepreneurship. From startup struggles and mom guilt to breakthroughs and business wins, these are the stories behind all the hard work. Hosted by ICF Certified Life & Business Coach Jamie Smith, each episode will offer insight, encouragement, and give you simple doable takeaways for building a business and a life you love; One that works for you and your family. Because success isn’t one size fits all, and neither is motherhood. Whether you’re an established entrepreneur, just starting your journey, or dreaming about taking the leap, this podcast will leave you inspired, informed, and reminded that you're not alone. 💛 Here, we believe that motherhood and entrepreneurship can thrive together.✨ 🎧Tune in every other Tuesday.

  1. 1d ago

    Why Every Mom Needs a Village: Birth, Postpartum, & Building a Support System

    In this episode of The Mompreneur Collective, I sit down with Dr. Alayna Clark, Owner of Birth Acadiana Chiropractic, and Host of the Birth Acadiana Podcast, for an honest conversation about birth, postpartum recovery, motherhood, and what it really takes to build a business that supports your life. We share our own birth stories and the unexpected challenges that followed; From preeclampsia, C-sections, episiotomies, and breastfeeding struggles to difficult postpartum recoveries and the physical healing aspect of it that many moms aren't prepared for. We laugh about how even the best birth plans(even the laminated ones😆) don't always go as expected and why preparing for multiple possibilities matters. We explore the importance of preparing not just for labor, but for postpartum too. We talk about the wealth of resources available to support moms and babies, the power of education in helping women feel informed and empowered, and how understanding your options can completely transform your birth experience(like it did for me💛). Beyond birth and postpartum, our conversation expands into the realities of mompreneur life. We discuss mom guilt, burnout, building trust in others, and the importance of creating a support system that allows you to thrive. We also talk about redefining success, making intentional choices that align with your values, and letting go of the belief that you should be able to do it all alone. If you've ever struggled with asking for help, felt overwhelmed by the demands of motherhood and entrepreneurship, or wondered how to create more support in your life, this episode is for you. Because the truth is: you were never meant to do motherhood alone.🫶🏻 Learn More/Connect with Guest:  BirthAcadianaChiro.com Follow Birth Acadiana Chiropractic on Instagram Follow Dr.Alayna Clark on Instagram Follow Birth Acadiana on Facebook Thank you for listening. Your support means the world to me. Here are all the ways to connect with me and follow what's going on in my world: JamieSmithCoaching.com Jamie Smith Coaching on Instagram Jamie Smith Coaching on Facebook Follow Jamie on Facebook @JamieSmithMompreneur Connect with Jamie on LinkedIn

    43 min
  2. Jun 9

    Success Looks Different In Every Season

    Motherhood & entrepreneurship both require us to constantly evolve. The challenge is learning how to embrace the season we're in instead of comparing ourselves to who we used to be. In this episode of The Mompreneur Collective, I sit down with Owner of Collab Beauty Lounge, Taylor Credeur, to talk about the many seasons of motherhood and how they've shaped her business journey. From building her business with one child to leading a thriving team while raising two children, she shares how her priorities, schedule, leadership style, and definition of success have shifted over time.  We discuss the sacrifices that sometimes come with choosing presence over productivity, why every season requires something different from us, and the importance of giving ourselves grace as our lives and businesses evolve. We also dive into delegation, building a supportive team, creating systems that support your family, setting boundaries, and the reality that moms were never meant to do it all alone.  This conversation is a reminder that growth doesn't always have to feel like expansion...sometimes growth looks like slowing down, adjusting your expectations, and honoring what matters most right now.  If you're navigating a season of change, feeling stretched between motherhood and business, or wondering how to balance ambition with presence, this episode is for you.  Because the season you're in wont last forever and neither will the version of you that's moving through it. 💛 Connect with Guest/Support Their Business: Follow Collab Beauty Lounge on Instagram Follow Collab Beauty Lounge on Facebook Book a Service with Collab Beauty Lounge Thank you for listening. Your support means the world to me. Here are all the ways to connect with me and follow what's going on in my world: JamieSmithCoaching.com Jamie Smith Coaching on Instagram Jamie Smith Coaching on Facebook Follow Jamie on Facebook @JamieSmithMompreneur Connect with Jamie on LinkedIn

    33 min
  3. May 26

    Intentional Living: The Freedom of Living Aligned with Your Values

    In this episode of The Mompreneur Collective, we're talking about what it really looks like to build a life and business aligned with your values instead of constantly chasing hustle, pressure, and unrealistic expectations.  I sit down with a fellow mompreneur and piano school owner, Jaime Varner, whose business grew from teaching just 10 students to impacting thousands through music, creativity, and intentional leadership. Together we talk about the powerful work of discovering your personal, family, and company values, and how living in alignment with them can completely transform the way you lead, parent, connect, and define success.  We dive into: How values work can reduce burnout, stress, and overwhelmDefining "enough" for yourself as a mom and entrepreneur Letting go of the pressure to be everything to everyone The "pull" so many feel between work and wanting to be present at homeCreating deeper connection with your kids at home and your team at work Building a company culture rooted in shared values Following your joy and passion and not letting others put you in a box This conversation is a reminder that success doesn't have to look like exhaustion. When you get intentional about what truly matters to you, you can stop feeling like you're stuck on the hamster wheel and start building a life that feels aligned.  If you've been craving more fulfillment, balance, connection, or clarity in this season of motherhood and entrepreneurship, this episode is for you.  Connect with Our Guest Jaime: Follow Jaime on Instagram  Follow The Piano Place on Instagram Thank you for listening. Your support means the world to me. Here are all the ways to connect with me and follow what's going on in my world: JamieSmithCoaching.com Jamie Smith Coaching on Instagram Jamie Smith Coaching on Facebook Follow Jamie on Facebook @JamieSmithMompreneur Connect with Jamie on LinkedIn

    51 min
  4. May 12

    The AND Life: Building a Business AND Being a Present Mom

    In this solo episode of The Mompreneur Collective, your host and fellow mompreneur ; Life & Business Coach, Jamie Smith, is sharing her own story. The mindset shifts, beliefs she adopted, and lessons that shaped her journey. From corporate burnout to building a business while raising her daughter, she opens up about the identity shift that comes with entrepreneurship and the pressure so many moms feel to choose between their dreams and their families.  This episode dives deep into: The mindset shifts that will help you achieve your goalsWhy "Why not me?" changed everythingThe philosophy of "The AND Life"Letting go of perfectionism and overthinkingDiscovering your niche and evolving your brandThe guilt so many working moms carryRedefining success for yourself in a way that feels goodBalancing motherhood & ambition without losing yourselfCreating a business and a life that feels aligned If you've ever felt torn between being present for your family and pursuing your purpose, this episode will remind you that you're not alone and that you were never meant to choose.  Because you can raise humans AND build something meaningful. ✨ Thank you for listening. Your support means the world to me. Here are all the ways to connect with me and follow what's going on in my world: JamieSmithCoaching.com Jamie Smith Coaching on Instagram Jamie Smith Coaching on Facebook Follow Jamie on Facebook @JamieSmithMompreneur Connect with Jamie on LinkedIn

    39 min
  5. Apr 28

    Postpartum to Purpose: Building a Business That Serves Moms & Believes in Community Over Competition

    In this episode of The Mompreneur Collective, we're diving into what it really looks like to rebuild yourself after motherhood and how purpose can meet you in the most unexpected ways. After a difficult postpartum season filled with anxiety, isolation, and fear of judgement, today's guest Taylor Vallot, Owner of Rowe & Co. Play Studio, found herself craving something more. She missed working, she wanted to contribute, and she wanted to feel like herself again. And everything shifted when she walked into a children's play studio with her son and for the first time felt safe, seen, and not judged as a new mom.  That moment sparked something in her and led her to begin her entrepreneurial journey of creating a space of her very own for moms to have those same comforting feelings she had.  We get real about:  The challenges of postpartum and motherhood identity shifts Building a business with no roadmap, just figuring it out one step at a timeLearning balance and boundaries the hard wayRedefining success as simply doing your best Why community matters more than competition in businessThis episode is a reminder that you're allowed to have a purpose outside of motherhood and that there is room for all of us to succeed.  If you've ever felt the pull for something more, this conversation will meet you right where you are.💛 Learn More/Follow Rowe & Co. Play Studio: Roweandcoplaystudio.com Follow on Instagram Follow on Facebook Thank you for listening. Your support means the world to me. Here are all the ways to connect with me and follow what's going on in my world: JamieSmithCoaching.com Jamie Smith Coaching on Instagram Jamie Smith Coaching on Facebook Follow Jamie on Facebook @JamieSmithMompreneur Connect with Jamie on LinkedIn

    35 min
  6. Apr 14

    Finding the Courage to Leave the 9-5 to Build a Purpose Driven Life Worth Celebrating

    In this episode of The Mompreneur Collective, I'm sitting down with a truly inspiring mom and business owner who shares how a life-threatening complication following the birth of her baby changed the way she sees and approaches life and business.  After nearly losing her life, Andrea Jacobs, Owner of Thirteen Luxe, made the decision to pursue something more meaningful. She decided to build a business centered around celebration and making life's special moments count.  We also dive into her recent rebrand, what led her to make that shift, and what she's learned through the process. Plus, we have a real conversation about what it looks like to grow a side hustle while working a full time job and the fears, doubts, and planning that come with wanting to take that leap.  This episode is full of powerful mindset shifts like:  Why staying connected to your why is so important as your business grows How setting a target date can create the real momentum you need What might change if you truly believed you couldnt fail And why taking the risk is always worth it even if it doesn't go as plannedIf you're a mom building a business, dreaming of more, this conversation with challenge you, inspire you, and remind you that your life is worth celebrating right now, not someday.  Learn more about Thirteen Luxe: ThirteenLuxe.com Follow On Instagram Follow on Facebook Event Inquiry Contact Form Thank you for listening. Your support means the world to me. Here are all the ways to connect with me and follow what's going on in my world: JamieSmithCoaching.com Jamie Smith Coaching on Instagram Jamie Smith Coaching on Facebook Follow Jamie on Facebook @JamieSmithMompreneur Connect with Jamie on LinkedIn

    35 min
  7. Mar 31

    Hobby Turned Business: The Impact a Hobby Can Have on Your Life

    In this episode of The Mompreneur Collective, I’m joined by best friends and co-owners of The Little Needlepoint Shop, Kiri Domengeaux and Ellen Ishee, to talk about the powerful role hobbies can play in our lives as busy moms and entrepreneurs. We dive into how their shared love of needlepointing started as a hobby and eventually grew into a thriving business. We also get into why not every hobby needs to become a business. Sometimes a hobby’s greatest value is the joy, peace, and balance it brings into your life. We chat about:  Why hobbies are productive (even if they don’t make money)  How having something you love helps you stay connected to yourself throughout your motherhood journey The impact hobbies have on your mental health, nervous system, and overall  balance What it’s like to run a business with a friend Why you don't need more time to fit a hobby into your life And how leaning into a positive “This WILL work out” mindset helped them take bold, fast action on a business idea that felt aligned with their passion This conversation is about more than hobbies though, it’s about connection, creativity, and giving yourself permission to unplug in a world that constantly tells you to stay busy. We also talk about how hobbies can open doors to friendships, opportunities, and even unexpected business ideas.✨ If you’ve ever felt like you don’t have time for a hobby, or you’ve been stuck in the mindset that every moment needs to be productive, this episode will offer a refreshing perspective and maybe inspire you to pick something back up that lights you up inside.🩷 Links to The Little Needlepoint Shop: TheLittleNeedlepointShop.com Follow on Instagram Follow on Facebook Thank you for listening. Your support means the world to me. Here are all the ways to connect with me and follow what's going on in my world: JamieSmithCoaching.com Jamie Smith Coaching on Instagram Jamie Smith Coaching on Facebook Follow Jamie on Facebook @JamieSmithMompreneur Connect with Jamie on LinkedIn

    41 min
  8. Mar 17

    The Power of Building a Niche Brand That's Unapologetically You

    What if the biggest key to business success wasn't working harder...but having more fun and being more authentic? In this episode of The Mompreneur Collective, I sit down with Victoria Racca, Owner of The MicroBlading Institute, Brow Sister Numbing Cream, and My Favorite Piercer Jewelry Line to talk about what it really looks like to build a bold, successful business that stays true to your "why" every step of the way.✨ We dive into why choosing a niche could be the most powerful decision you make in your business, how showing up authentically attracts the right clients, and why trying to sound like everyone else online can actually hold you back.  As moms and entrepreneurs, we also talk about the importance of designing your business around your life and your family. After all they're often the reason we start this journey in the first place right? Your business should support your life and not become the thing that steals you away from it. 💛 Here's what we chat about: Why niching down can skyrocket your growthHow authenticity in business builds trust and attracts your ideal clientsHow creating an ideal client avatar and speaking directly to them in your messaging is everything The importance of replicable systems and process to help you juggle it all Designing your business on your own termsWhy remembering your "why" matters more than ever as your business grows The connections between your confidence level, imposter syndrome, and relying to heavily on AI tools Why the right partner and support system at home plays a huge role in entrepreneurial successIf you've ever felt the pressure to be everything to everyone in your business, this episode will remind you that the real power comes from building a business that truly reflects who you are.  Because at the end of the day, the goal should be to build your dream business...not your nightmare.✨ Victorias Links: VictoriaGlam.com/Links Follow on TikTok Thank you for listening. Your support means the world to me. Here are all the ways to connect with me and follow what's going on in my world: JamieSmithCoaching.com Jamie Smith Coaching on Instagram Jamie Smith Coaching on Facebook Follow Jamie on Facebook @JamieSmithMompreneur Connect with Jamie on LinkedIn

    36 min

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The Mompreneur Collective  shares real stories of women balancing the demands of motherhood and entrepreneurship. From startup struggles and mom guilt to breakthroughs and business wins, these are the stories behind all the hard work. Hosted by ICF Certified Life & Business Coach Jamie Smith, each episode will offer insight, encouragement, and give you simple doable takeaways for building a business and a life you love; One that works for you and your family. Because success isn’t one size fits all, and neither is motherhood. Whether you’re an established entrepreneur, just starting your journey, or dreaming about taking the leap, this podcast will leave you inspired, informed, and reminded that you're not alone. 💛 Here, we believe that motherhood and entrepreneurship can thrive together.✨ 🎧Tune in every other Tuesday.