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

Michelle Hon
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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.

  1. 3 APR

    #148 I Made $20K Selling a Course I Hadn't Built Yet. It's Now Made $500K+ (Here's Exactly How)

    Most people think they need a polished curriculum and 100 recorded videos before they can launch a course. They're wrong. In 2020, I made $20,000 selling a program that had exactly zero lessons recorded.   Today, that same program has generated over $500,000. In this video, I'm breaking down the "Sell First, Build After" framework that allows you to validate your idea, get paid to create your content, and build something your audience actually wants. 🔥 JOIN THE "BUILT IN 7" CHALLENGE: https://www.amply360.io/builtin-7 Build your MVP with me live in 7 days. No fluff, just deliverables. What we're covering: - Why "Building First" is a massive gamble (and how to avoid the trap).  - The 4-step framework to selling the promise, not the product. - How to use live feedback to make your evergreen course better than anything you could imagine alone. - Turning a live cohort into an automated, $500K+ income stream. Timestamps:   0:00 - The $20,000 "Nothing" Launch 0:45 - The Trap: Why building first kills businesses 2:30 - The Reframe: Sell it first, build it after 5:00 - The MomBossGoal Story: From 0 to $500K 11:00 - Step 1: Sell the Promise, not the Modules 12:30 - Step 2: The Live Experience Advantage 14:15 - Step 3: Validating and Building Simultaneously 15:45 - Step 4: Going Evergreen with Proof 17:30 - An Invitation: Let's build your MVP in 7 days  Watch full video: https://youtu.be/Tm8eRaM3qf4  🎁 FREE TRAINING: The 3 Secrets to Building Your Program www.momboss.academy/3secrets  ------------------------- 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.

    24 min

  2. 23 MAR

    #147 She Left Corporate After 10 Years. Her Investment Property Made It Possible

    In this episode of The Chill MomBoss, we dive into Singapore property planning and how to build a career that lets you be a present parent. Singapore mum-of-one and realtor Kimberly Chao (@kimmcyp) shares how she used property investment to leave her 10-year corporate career behind. We discuss the "Own Stay vs. Investment" debate, how to manage "Mom Guilt," and the reality of becoming a MomBoss in the real estate industry. 🏠 Work with Kimberly: Connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimmcyp   ✨ Join the Community: Subscribe to The Chill MomBoss for more stories on entrepreneurship and motherhood: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGYnu8aOpAUCo17RbbhFf8A   Join a group of like-minded Mombosses: https://momboss.academy/momentum-special-trial   Watch the full video: https://youtu.be/yxHMDkhfc_k  ⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction 01:20 – Kimberly's background & 10 years in corporate 02:45 – Why becoming a mum changed everything 04:10 – How her investment property gave her options 06:00 – Taking the leap: leaving a stable salary 08:15 – The "Monkey Analogy" for career growth 09:30 – Scaling with Momboss Academy 11:00 – Personal branding for shy entrepreneurs 13:20 – Misconceptions about working with a realtor 15:45 – Step-by-Step: Own stay vs. Investment property 20:00 – Encouragement for hustling mums Key Topics Covered: ✅ Singapore Property Investment for Families ✅ How to leave the corporate world in Singapore ✅ Managing Mum Guilt and Work-Life Balance ✅ Real Estate Career for Mums #SingaporeProperty #Mumpreneur #FinancialFreedom #ChillMum Boss #RealEstateSingapore #WorkingMoms ------------------------- 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.

    18 min

  3. 9 MAR

    #146 Why I Left Singapore (And saved $6,400 a month on rent)

    I cut my costs by 60% and tripled my output, without working a single extra hour. Here is the truth about moving my business from Singapore to Malaysia. In this video, I'm pulling back the curtain on why I left Singapore for Johor Bahru (JB) and how it actually impacted my business. We're talking real numbers: going from a $8,000/month rent in Singapore to a 6,000 sq. ft. home in Malaysia for just $1,600 (SGD equivalent). But this isn't just about the 3:1 exchange rate or cheaper groceries. It's about "geographic permission." I'll show you the 6-phase In-Demand Accelerator System I used to build a business that doesn't care where I'm sitting. Whether you're an entrepreneur feeling "tethered" to your local networking scene or a coach wanting to scale globally, these 6 assets are the key to true location independence. In this video, you'll learn: - The "USD Income vs. MYR Expense" math that changed everything. - Why being "busy" in Singapore was actually killing my momentum. - The 6 In-Demand Assets: From Million Dollar Messaging to Automated Funnels. - How to use AI to turn one hour of work into 30 pieces of content. 🚀 READY TO BUILD YOUR OWN FREEDOM-BASED BUSINESS? If you're tired of trading time for money and want to build a business that works even when you don't, let's talk 👉 Book your 1:1 Strategy Call here: https://growth.momboss.academy/bizsystem-app-form  Watch the full video: https://youtu.be/uL96a776SCA  -------------------------------------------- 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.

    18 min

  4. 23 FEB

    #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

  5. 9 FEB

    #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

  6. 26 JAN

    #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

  7. 20/12/2025

    #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

  8. 08/12/2025

    #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
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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.

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