This Mother Means Business: Strategy, Advice, and Support for Mom Entrepreneurs

Laura Sinclair
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"This Mother Means Business" is the ultimate podcast for ambitious entrepreneurs, mompreneurs, mom founders, and CEO moms juggling kids and startups. If you're a mom struggling to balance the motherload and business plans, this show is your lifeline. Host Laura Sinclair, a seasoned entrepreneur, marketing guru, and mother of two, dives deep into the nitty-gritty of building a thriving business while changing diapers, getting snacks, and dealing with the latest parenting drama. Weekly Episodes Tune in for a mix of: Expert Interviews: Gain insights and hear stories from successful mom founders who've been in your shoes.Solo Deep Dives: Laura shares her personal experiences and hard-won wisdom on topics like mom guilt, imposter syndrome, finding your people, and more.Practical Advice: Get actionable tips on everything from time management to marketing strategies.  This podcast doesn't sugarcoat the challenges of motherhood and entrepreneurship. Instead, it offers real talk, practical solutions, and a supportive community for moms who refuse to choose between their babies and their business dreams "This Mother Means Business" is your go-to resource for navigating the beautiful chaos of motherhood and entrepreneurship. Join Laura and a community of like-minded moms as you redefine what's possible in both motherhood and business.

  1. 21H AGO

    How to Get Started with Delegation When You're A Mom Entrepreneur

    If you’re still answering emails at 10 p.m., juggling social posts between client calls, and feeling like everything in your business depends on you… this episode is your wake-up call. In today’s conversation, Laura dives into delegation in 2025—what it really looks like to hand off tasks to people and to AI without the guilt, fear, or control issues that hold so many entrepreneurs back. From money blocks and people-pleasing to the myth that “no one can do it like me,” Laura breaks down the real costs of not delegating and offers practical strategies you can start using this week.  You’ll learn how to separate CEO tasks from $10 tasks, when to bring in AI as your collaborator, and why outsourcing—even a few hours a month—can unlock growth, creativity, and freedom in your business (and your life).   In this episode you will hear: [00:03] Kicking off September with “new year energy” and the #1 topic that came up all summer: delegation. [02:27] Laura’s personal delegation journey—adding an OBM and event manager to her team and what it taught her about trying to “do it all.” [03:15] Why delegation feels so scary: the three blocks (money, control, guilt) that hold most entrepreneurs back. [04:52] The real cost of not delegating—burnout, bottlenecks, and building a business that only works when you’re at 100%. [07:11] Where to start: doing a time audit, identifying $10 vs. $1,000 tasks, and deciding what’s for humans vs. AI. [08:45] Practical examples of delegation: bookkeeping, admin tasks, AI for first drafts, meeting summaries, checklists, and more. [09:34] Why CEOs need to focus on visibility, relationships, creativity, and revenue—everything else can be delegated. [11:57] How to delegate well: clear instructions, Loom videos, SOPs, and using AI as a collaborator (not a crutch). [13:30] Delegation as an investment: buying back your time vs. multiplying your output. [14:19] Behind the scenes of planning This Mother Means Business Live 2026—and why Laura refuses to do it alone. [16:00] The mindset shift: no badge of honor for doing it all—you just get burned out. One thing to delegate to a person and one to AI this week. Join This Mother Means Business : www.thismothermeansbusiness.com Laura's Links: • Website • Laura's Instagram • LJSocial Instagram • LinkedIn • Facebook • Pinterest • TikTok

    18 min

  2. 4D AGO

    From Local Studio to National Franchise: The Story Behind Fly Dance Fitness

    In this episode of This Mother Means Business, Laura sits down with Stacey Marks and Kari Schroeter, the powerhouse duo behind Fly Dance Fitness. What started as a local dance studio quickly grew into a viral social media sensation and now a franchise brand expanding across the U.S. Stacey and Kari share their journeys from motherhood struggles to business ownership, how they pivoted during COVID, and the role TikTok played in skyrocketing their brand visibility. If you’ve ever thought about starting a business with a partner, scaling through franchising, or building a thriving community around fitness, this conversation is packed with inspiration and real-world lessons. In this episode you will hear: 00:00 – Meet Stacey & Kari of Fly Dance Fitness 01:12 – Kari’s Journey from Client to Co-Owner 04:00 – Stacey’s Story: From Isolation to Community 06:30 – The Power of Community in Fitness Spaces 08:06 – Taking Over the Studio (Right Before the Pandemic) 09:10 – Going Online & the Rise of TikTok 12:28 – From One Studio to a Franchise Model 15:02 – TikTok as a Game-Changer for Small Business 17:30 – Why Their Content Resonates 19:28 – Business Partnerships That Work 24:56 – Franchising with Intention 29:13 – Balancing Growth & Doing What You Love 33:36 – Where to Find Fly Dance Fitness   Kari's Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaschroeter/ Website: https://www.flydancefitness.com/   Stacey's Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/staceymarks_/ Website: https://www.flydancefitness.com/ Join This Mother Means Business : www.thismothermeansbusiness.com Laura's Links: • Website • Laura's Instagram • LJSocial Instagram • LinkedIn • Facebook • Pinterest • TikTok

    38 min

  3. SEP 1

    You Deserve What You Tolerate. Hard Entrepreneurship Lessons I'd Never Repeat.

    Ever wish you could go back in time and run your business with the wisdom you have now? In this episode of This Mother Means Business, Laura pulls back the curtain on her biggest lessons from owning a brick-and-mortar CrossFit gym — the wins, the mistakes, and what she’d do differently if she had the chance. Whether you’ve ever dreamed of opening a physical space or simply want to avoid common entrepreneurial pitfalls, you’ll walk away with practical, hard-earned advice on building a business that works for you (not the other way around).   In this episode you will hear: 00:01 – Hindsight as a Business Owner 00:40 – The Best and Worst Parts of Owning a Gym 02:59 – Why Time Off Matters 05:18 – The Pressure to Always Be Open 07:37 – Protecting Your Business Culture 09:54 – Hiring Help Sooner 12:13 – Three Big Lessons 13:15 – Final Reflection Join This Mother Means Business : www.thismothermeansbusiness.com Laura's Links: • Website • Laura's Instagram • LJSocial Instagram • LinkedIn • Facebook • Pinterest • TikTok

    16 min

  4. AUG 28

    Scaling a Business To Seven Figures Without Sacrificing Family Time with Kelly Roach

    In this empowering episode of This Mother Means Business, Laura sits down with powerhouse business strategist Kelly Roach—a former Fortune 500 exec turned 8-figure entrepreneur—to talk about what it really takes to scale a sustainable business, stand out in a saturated market, and grow without sacrificing what matters most. Kelly shares practical advice for moms in business, boundary-setting tips, and why success isn’t about doing more, but doing what matters. Whether you're at the beginning stages of business or ready to scale to seven figures and beyond, this conversation will leave you inspired, grounded, and ready to lead like a category-of-one CEO. In this episode you will hear: 01:19 – From Corporate to CEO 02:50 – Why Relationships Come First 04:18 – Who Kelly Serves 05:06 – What It Means to Be a Category of One 06:40 – Success is Earned Daily 07:31 – Why Big Money Doesn’t Equal Big Success 09:08 – The 3-Hour Work Window Strategy 10:33 – Want to Scale? Do Less (but Better) 11:45 – Don’t Skip the Fundamentals 12:35 – Zig When Everyone Else Zags 15:00 – Feeling Like an Impostor? You’re Probably a Visionary. 16:28 – Business & Motherhood: Not Opposites 19:07 – Let Them See You Build It 21:34 – Wanting More Isn’t Selfish 23:00 – The Boundary That Changed Everything 24:58 – There Are No Business Emergencies 27:11 – Overrated Business Advice? Most of It. 28:48 – What’s Lighting Kelly Up Right Now   Kelly's Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellyroachofficial/ The Kelly Roach Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-kelly-roach-show/id1052353755   Looking for more support? The doors to the Ambition Mastermind are now open! Apply - https://www.laura-sinclair.com/ambition-mastermind Join This Mother Means Business : www.thismothermeansbusiness.com Laura's Links: • Website • Laura's Instagram • LJSocial Instagram • LinkedIn • Facebook • Pinterest • TikTok

    33 min

  5. AUG 25

    Building a Business and Life Your 80-Year Old Self Would Be Proud Of (and Miss)

    In this heartfelt solo episode, Laura shares a powerful reminder to slow down and savor the season you're in—especially if you're in the thick of motherhood and business building. Inspired by a viral poem that stopped her in her tracks, she reflects on how easily we rush through the very moments we’ll one day miss. From snuggles and spilled juice to strategy calls and scaling decisions, Laura invites you to reimagine your days through the lens of your 80-year-old self—and ask what truly matters. If you've ever felt torn between your ambition and your role as a mom, this one's for you. In this episode you will hear: 00:01 – A Time Travel Perspective 00:20 – The Poem That Hit Hard 02:44 – Motherhood, Mental Load & the Tension We Hold 04:53 – Life > Business (But They’re Deeply Connected) 06:25 – What Price Are You Paying for Growth? 07:14 – Simplicity Can Be the Goal 08:40 – Strategy for a Life You Actually Want 09:36 – A Lens That Changes Everything   Looking for more support? The doors to the Ambition Mastermind are now open! Apply - https://www.laura-sinclair.com/ambition-mastermind Join This Mother Means Business : www.thismothermeansbusiness.com Laura's Links: • Website • Laura's Instagram • LJSocial Instagram • LinkedIn • Facebook • Pinterest • TikTok

    12 min

  6. AUG 21

    Why Family Dinners Might Be the Ultimate Leadership Strategy with Leisse Wilcox

    What if the most powerful leadership skill you could give your kids—or yourself—was happening right at the dinner table? In this heart-filled and thought-provoking episode, Laura sits down with speaker, coach, and all-around powerhouse Leisse Wilcox to talk about the unexpected link between family dinners and leadership, the growing importance of emotional intelligence in an AI-driven world, and how high-achieving women can stop white-knuckling through perfection and finally feel like themselves again. This conversation is a must-listen for entrepreneurial moms craving deeper connection, more grounded leadership, and permission to lead as their whole human selves—flaws and all. In this episode you will hear: 00:00 – Meet Leisse Wilcox 02:00 – The Power of Family Dinners 04:59 – AI, Creativity & Humanity 06:51 – A New Vision for Work-Life Balance 08:20 – Dinner Tables as Training Grounds for Leaders 10:38 – Why Conversations Matter More Than Ever 13:18 – What Kids Lost During COVID (and How to Rebuild It) 16:03 – The Simple Ritual That Creates Lasting Impact 19:05 – Bringing It Back to Business 21:29 – What Leisse Really Does as a Coach 23:59 – High-Achieving Women: You Are Not Alone 25:38 – The “Name It, De-Shame It, Reframe It” Framework 30:51 – Mojo, Momentum, and Fulfillment 33:08 – Redefining What Family Dinner Looks Like 34:37 – Where to Find Leisse Wilcox Leisse's Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leissewilcox/ To Call Myself Beloved: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/1989716032?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaf20vP2N3PpYMI971Nlirw4AknScEBU-81kcvf-gXJKR6A3GD9oGetWFShNIw_aem_zpKf6cE9m1it4mLw2VlXJA Website: http://www.leissewilcox.com/ Looking for more support? The doors to the Ambition Mastermind are now open! Apply - https://www.laura-sinclair.com/ambition-mastermind Join This Mother Means Business : www.thismothermeansbusiness.com Laura's Links: • Website • Laura's Instagram • LJSocial Instagram • LinkedIn • Facebook • Pinterest • TikTok

    38 min

  7. AUG 18

    We’re in a Trust Recession: Here’s How to Navigate It In Business and Beyond

    Are your launches falling flat? Engagement down? Feeling like you're doing everything right but nothing is landing? You're not alone — we're in the middle of a trust recession. In this solo episode, Laura breaks down: What the “trust recession” is and why it mattersWhy even great business owners are being overlookedAnd how to rebuild trust with your audience using her signature 5 R’s FrameworkWhether you're a coach, service provider, or small business owner trying to grow your brand authentically — this episode gives you tangible steps to reconnect with your audience and reignite momentum in your business (no dancing on Instagram required). In this episode you will hear: 00:03 – Why It's Harder to Sell in 2025 00:23 – What Is a Trust Recession? 02:46 – Why Trust Is the New Currency 03:40 – It’s Not Just You 04:45 – Introducing the 5 R’s of Rebuilding Trust 05:06 – R1: Relevance 05:58 – R2: Repetition 06:24 – R3: Receipts 07:28 – R4: Relationships 08:12 – R5: Realness 09:53 – It Starts With Self-Trust 10:33 – Laura’s Trust-Building Strategy 10:58 – Final Takeaways + Challenge Looking for more support? The doors to the Ambition Mastermind are now open! Apply - https://www.laura-sinclair.com/ambition-mastermind Join This Mother Means Business : www.thismothermeansbusiness.com Laura's Links: • Website • Laura's Instagram • LJSocial Instagram • LinkedIn • Facebook • Pinterest • TikTok

    14 min

  8. AUG 14

    Showing Up As Your Most Authentic Self In Business For More Growth with Chris McMartin

    In this inspiring episode of This Mother Means Business, Laura Sinclair sits down with Chris McMartin, the National Business Banking Lead at the Scotiabank Women Initiative. Together, they dive into what it really takes to support and uplift women in business—from access to funding and mentorship to building confidence and community.   Chris shares her own journey through the world of banking and opens up about the unique challenges women entrepreneurs face—especially when it comes to financial literacy, self-belief, and showing up authentically in often male-dominated industries.   If you’re a woman building your business and craving more connection, practical support, or a reminder that you’re not alone, this episode is for you.   Takeaways: Why access to capital, education, and mentorship matter for women entrepreneursHow authenticity can be your biggest advantage in professional settingsThe confidence gap that often holds women back—and how to bridge itHow the Scotiabank Women Initiative is helping women thrive in businessWhy community and mentorship are game-changers for female foundersA reminder that there’s no one-size-fits-all path to success (and that’s a good thing)  In this episode you will hear:  00:00 – Meet Chris McMartin & Intro to Scotiabank Women Initiative  02:54 – Real Tools & Resources for Women in Business  05:42 – Confidence, Financial Literacy & the Power of Asking Questions  08:38 – Why Authenticity Matters at Work  11:26 – Thriving in Male-Dominated Spaces  14:39 – Finding Your Voice in Leadership & Public Speaking  17:45 – Bringing Authenticity to the Stage and Boardroom  20:27 – Embracing What Makes You Unique  24:03 – Why Community is a Key to Growth  25:21 – Inside the Scotiabank Women Initiative  28:43 – The Role of Mentorship in Business Success  32:48 – Connection, Encouragement & Taking the Next Step   Chris's Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chris_m_mcmartin/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-mcmartin Scotiabank Women Initiative: https://www.scotiabank.com/women-initiative/ca/en.html Join This Mother Means Business : www.thismothermeansbusiness.com Laura's Links: • Website • Laura's Instagram • LJSocial Instagram • LinkedIn • Facebook • Pinterest • TikTok

    37 min
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"This Mother Means Business" is the ultimate podcast for ambitious entrepreneurs, mompreneurs, mom founders, and CEO moms juggling kids and startups. If you're a mom struggling to balance the motherload and business plans, this show is your lifeline. Host Laura Sinclair, a seasoned entrepreneur, marketing guru, and mother of two, dives deep into the nitty-gritty of building a thriving business while changing diapers, getting snacks, and dealing with the latest parenting drama. Weekly Episodes Tune in for a mix of: Expert Interviews: Gain insights and hear stories from successful mom founders who've been in your shoes.Solo Deep Dives: Laura shares her personal experiences and hard-won wisdom on topics like mom guilt, imposter syndrome, finding your people, and more.Practical Advice: Get actionable tips on everything from time management to marketing strategies.  This podcast doesn't sugarcoat the challenges of motherhood and entrepreneurship. Instead, it offers real talk, practical solutions, and a supportive community for moms who refuse to choose between their babies and their business dreams "This Mother Means Business" is your go-to resource for navigating the beautiful chaos of motherhood and entrepreneurship. Join Laura and a community of like-minded moms as you redefine what's possible in both motherhood and business.

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