Call Me CEO: Moms Building Businesses, a Woman's guide to Balancing it All

Camille Walker
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Dive into the stories of extraordinary mothers who have built their own iconic businesses. I'm your host, Camille Walker, and in each episode, we uncover the raw, intimate moments of doubt and failure that these mompreneurs faced on their journey. From humble beginnings to eventual triumph, our founders share their insights and wisdom on navigating challenges of all kinds. "Call Me CEO” is your master-class on innovation, creativity, leadership, and finding YOUR perfect balance between motherhood and entrepreneurship.

  1. 22h ago

    303: Creating a Summer Flow: Boundaries, Bucket Lists & Less Chaos for Busy Moms

    Send us Fan Mail Summer can feel magical… and completely overwhelming. If you’ve ever entered summer excited for memory-making only to find yourself exhausted, overscheduled, constantly buying snacks, and somehow becoming everyone’s full-time entertainment coordinator—this episode is for you. In today’s episode, I’m sharing the simple summer planning tradition my family lovingly makes fun of me for every single year: our Summer Bucket List Meeting. We sit down together and answer one important question: “What do we want summer to feel like?” And honestly? It changes everything. Instead of ending summer wondering where the time went, we intentionally create a rhythm that supports fun, connection, rest, and realistic expectations for everyone (including mom). I’ll walk you through the exact process we use—including our “three rounds” bucket list method—and how to create healthy summer boundaries so you can enjoy the season instead of surviving it. In this episode, we cover:  How to create a summer rhythm instead of a rigid schedule  The family bucket list system we use every year (yes, the one my kids tease me about )  Questions to ask your kids and spouse before filling the calendar  Why asking “What do we want summer to feel like?” matters more than planning every activity Boundaries for moms who feel stretched too thin in summer Why you are not the family entertainment committee How to create more white space without guilt Practical ideas for simple summer fun that kids actually remember Some of our family summer favorites include: Floating the riverSlurpee runsA random Fortnight day Shakes at Bear LakeCousin sleepoversRock climbing and adventuringMovie nights and spontaneous memory-makingBecause the truth is: Summer doesn’t have to be Pinterest-perfect to be meaningful. Sometimes the best memories are simple, silly, and unplanned. Connect with Camille: Instagram: www.instagram.com/CamilleWalker.co Call Me CEO on Instagram: www.instagram.com/callmeceopodcast MyMommyStyle.comSubscribe to Call Me CEO for more episodes!Email: callmeceopodcast@gmail.com

    19 min

  2. Jun 2

    302: From Survival Mode to Systems: How Ashley Ortiz Built a Million-Dollar Family Business Without Burning

    Send us Fan Mail What does it really look like to build a business while raising a family? In this episode of Call Me CEO, I’m joined by Ashley Ortiz, founder and CEO of Bella Vista Painting, a woman- and minority-owned, family-run painting company she built alongside her husband in the Pacific Northwest. But this isn’t a highlight reel conversation. Ashley shares the behind-the-scenes reality of building her business from the ground up—working full-time jobs, bringing her kids to job sites, and navigating the overwhelming season of doing everything herself. We talk about the turning point that shifted her out of survival mode, how hiring the right support changed everything, and what it actually takes to build a business that creates both income and presence. If you’ve ever felt stretched thin, stuck doing it all, or unsure how to grow without burning out… this episode will give you both perspective and practical next steps. Connect with Ashley: Instagram:  @bellavistanwWebsite:  Bella Vista PaintingFree Guide:  How I Left My 9–5 & Built My Business Full-Time Connect with Camille: Instagram: @CamilleWalker.coPodcast: @CallMeCEOPodcast

    44 min

  3. May 26

    301: Stop Doing Everything Yourself And Start Leading Like A CEO

    Send us Fan Mail Your business was supposed to create time freedom, not a never-ending to-do list that follows you into nights and weekends. I’m Camille from CamilleWalker.co, a mom of four who’s built an online business for 14 years, and I’m sharing the delegation framework I use to help overwhelmed entrepreneurs step into the CEO role and finally get their time back. We start with the real reason so many founders feel stuck: when you’re doing emails, admin, social media, customer service, scheduling, and content all at once, everything feels urgent and nothing feels done. I walk you through a simple time audit that shows exactly where your week goes, then we sort your work into repeat tasks, energy-draining tasks, and the “only I can do this” tasks. You’ll also learn my shoulder-above versus shoulder-below filter so you can protect the work that requires your voice, face, and decision making while outsourcing the rest. Then we get tactical about hiring a virtual assistant as your first support hire, even if you only start with 3 to 5 hours a week. I share where to find VA candidates, how to write a clear job description, and how to onboard with tools like Trello, Asana, or ClickUp plus simple SOPs and a communication rhythm that builds trust. If you want a calmer schedule, a stronger team, and a business that can actually scale, hit play, subscribe, and share this with a friend, then leave a five star review so more moms can find it. Hiring a VA Cheatsheet – Get it for just $27 60 Days to VA Program – My trained Virtual Assistants are ready to help! Get My $27 Hiring a VA Cheatsheet: I’ve made hiring your first (or next) VA super simple. Download my Hiring a VA Cheatsheet for just $27 and get a step-by-step roadmap to hiring confidently and growing your dream team. Grab it here! Follow Camille on Instagram: www.instagram.com/CamilleWalker.co Follow Call Me CEO on Instagram: www.instagram.com/callmeceopodcast MyMommyStyle.comSubscribe to Call Me CEO for more episodes!

    38 min

  4. May 19

    300: How Working Moms Can Plan A Calm Summer Routine

    Send us Fan Mail Summer is supposed to feel like a deep breath, but for a lot of moms it turns into nonstop motion: camps, meals, screens, messy kitchens, and the constant question of how to keep kids happy while you’re still working. I’m Camille, and I’m sharing the real-life summer systems I use to create more calm without squeezing the joy out of the season. We talk about why perfection is the quickest path to burnout, and why your kids will remember how they felt far more than how the day looked. You’ll hear practical ideas you can tailor to your family, including simple morning checklists, screen time reward systems, and themed days that give everyone something to look forward to. I also explain what I call a “soft routine,” that sweet spot where kids know what to expect but you still have room to be flexible. One of my favorite strategies is a summer bucket list family meeting, then turning those ideas into a visible calendar so your kids feel heard and the fun actually happens. We also get into delegation and lowering the mental load with home “zones,” age-appropriate chores, grocery delivery, and meal planning that includes your kids. If you’re drowning in to-dos, I share my free Ultimate Time Audit and Productivity System so you can see where your time is going and what to delegate first. If this helps, subscribe to Call Me CEO, share it with a friend who needs a calmer summer routine, and leave a review so more moms can find these tools. Resources Mentioned: Free summer routine printablesCoaching & Systems Support with CamilleConnect with Camille:  Website: CamilleWalker.co Instagram: @camillewalker.co Blog & Printables: MyMommyStyle.com

    20 min

  5. May 12

    299: Success Your Way: From $650K in Debt to CEO with Nancy Benet

    Send us Fan Mail What would you do if you found yourself with four kids, no job, and over $650,000 in debt? In this powerful episode of Call Me CEO, Camille sits down with CPA, entrepreneur, and CEO Nancy Benet, who shares her incredible journey of rebuilding her life and finances from rock bottom—and creating not one, but two thriving businesses in the process. Nancy is the founder of Fix-It Accounting and Success Your Way, where she helps women entrepreneurs take control of their money, build profitable businesses, and create success on their own terms. This conversation dives deep into resilience, money mindset, entrepreneurship, and what it really looks like to balance motherhood while building a business. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by finances, stuck in survival mode, or unsure how to turn your passion into profit—this episode will inspire you to take your next step. CONNECT WITH NANCY Free Resources: https://successyourway.com/free-downloadsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/success.your.wayLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/mwlite/profile/in/nancy-benet-cpa-18145014Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/SuccessYourWayCommunityBook: Tame Your Money Monster https://www.amazon.com/Tame-Your-Money-Monster-Financial-ebook/dp/B0GFPLYB88 Connect with Camille: Instagram: @CamilleWalker.coPodcast: @CallMeCEOPodcast

    34 min

  6. May 5

    298: Leading with Faith in Business: How Nichole Kirk Built Dear Heart Designs

    Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode of Call Me CEO, I’m joined by Nichole Kirk, founder of Dear Heart Designs—a faith-based brand on a mission to spark meaningful conversations about Jesus through everyday products. Nichole shares what it really looks like to build a business rooted in purpose, how her faith has guided her entrepreneurial journey, and the mindset shifts that helped her step fully into her role as a CEO. We dive into the behind-the-scenes of growing a mission-driven brand, navigating fear and visibility, and staying aligned with your values while scaling your business. If you’ve ever felt called to something bigger but weren’t sure how to bring it to life, this episode will leave you feeling inspired, grounded, and ready to take action. Resources: Website:  https://www.dearheartdesigns.com/ The Ultimate Time Audit & Productivity System (Freebie) Grab it here: TIME AUDIT WORKBOOK How to Hire Your First VA for $27 Get it now: GROWTH CHEATSHEET Discover Your WHY – Free 5-Day Workshop Sign up for free here: DISCOVER YOUR WHY The Mom Balance Playbook (Freebie for Managing the Mayhem) Download here: MOM BALANCE PLAYBOOK Hire a VA or start your VA business here: https://camillewalker.co/ 5-Minute Meditations for Kids Podcast Listen & subscribe here: APPLE SPOTIFY Top 100 Mompreneur Podcasts: https://podcast.feedspot.com/mompreneur_podcasts/ Connect with Nichole: Follow on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearheartco/  Connect with Camille Walker: Follow Camille on Instagram: www.instagram.com/CamilleWalker.co

    30 min

  7. Apr 28

    297: From Mom Problem to Thriving Business: Building a Babysitting Agency with Beth Heyer

    Send us Fan Mail What happens when a mom loses her support system after moving across the country? For Beth Heyer, it sparked the creation of an entire business designed to help families find reliable childcare. In this episode of Call Me CEO, Camille Walker sits down with Beth Heyer, the founder of Babysitter Connections, a fast-growing babysitting agency operating across Texas and Ohio. Beth shares how her background in corporate recruiting unexpectedly prepared her to build a network of 280 vetted sitters and facilitate more than 75,000 babysitting bookings. Beth opens up about the early days of entrepreneurship—launching the business just six weeks before COVID, working long hours while raising four kids, and learning the importance of hiring help sooner rather than later. The conversation also explores an interesting mindset shift: Beth doesn’t naturally identify with the title “CEO,” preferring to call herself the owner and founder. Camille challenges that belief and explores what it truly means to lead a growing company while navigating motherhood. If you’ve ever wondered how to build a service-based business that truly solves a problem—or how to maintain strong boundaries with clients while scaling—this episode is full of real-world insights. Connect with Beth: Learn more about Babysitter Connections Follow Beth on social media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/babysittingconnection/ https://www.instagram.com/thebethheyer Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beth.heyer1/  Interested in launching your own babysitting agency? Connect with Beth to learn more. https://bethheyer.com/ Connect with Camille: Instagram: @CamilleWalker.coPodcast: @CallMeCEOPodcast

    42 min

  8. Apr 21

    296: Redefining Success: Why High-Achieving Women Still Feel Unfulfilled with Michelle Pollack

    Send us Fan Mail You did everything “right.” You set the goals, built the business, showed up consistently… and yet—something still feels off. If you’ve ever found yourself thinking, “Why doesn’t this feel as good as I thought it would?”—this episode is for you. In today’s conversation, I sit down with Michelle Pollack to unpack why so many high-achieving women are quietly feeling unfulfilled—and what to do about it. We’re diving into the hidden pressure behind success, the guilt that keeps us overcommitted, and why the traditional path we’ve been following might not actually lead where we want to go. This episode will challenge the way you think about success—and empower you to start defining it on your own terms.  What We Cover Why success doesn’t always equal fulfillmentThe hidden patterns keeping high-achieving women stuckHow to say no without guilt (and actually stick to it)The truth about boundaries and why they feel so hardWhy the “ladder” is broken—and what to do insteadHow to start building a life and business aligned with your version of successPractical mindset shifts to reconnect with what you truly wantConnect with Michelle: Website: https://www.michellepollack.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michelleepollack   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-pollack/   Connect with Camille: Instagram: @CamilleWalker.coPodcast: @CallMeCEOPodcast

    50 min
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Dive into the stories of extraordinary mothers who have built their own iconic businesses. I'm your host, Camille Walker, and in each episode, we uncover the raw, intimate moments of doubt and failure that these mompreneurs faced on their journey. From humble beginnings to eventual triumph, our founders share their insights and wisdom on navigating challenges of all kinds. "Call Me CEO” is your master-class on innovation, creativity, leadership, and finding YOUR perfect balance between motherhood and entrepreneurship.

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