This Mother Means Business: Strategy, Advice, and Support for Mom Entrepreneurs
"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.
Episodes
278 episodes
You Started a Business for Freedom—So Why Are You More Overwhelmed Than Ever?
This week on This Mother Means Business, Laura is having an honest conversation about the version of “freedom” so many entrepreneurs thought they were building — and why so many women still feel overwhelmed, overworked, and stretched thin insid...
What Busy Mom Entrepreneurs Actually Need to Know About Food with Hillary Ervin
Laura sits down with registered dietitian Hillary Ervin for a refreshingly honest conversation about nutrition, body image, motherhood, and the pressure women feel to “do it all perfectly.”Together, they reflect on their shared history i...
You’re Great at What You Do—So Why Aren’t You Getting More Clients?
In this episode, Laura is unpacking a frustrating reality many entrepreneurs face: being incredibly good at what you do… while still feeling like your income doesn’t reflect it.She explains why expertise alone is not what drives revenue,...
How to Get Found Online in the Age of AI with Monique Bryan
In this episode, Laura sits down with personal brand authority strategist Monique Bryan for a candid, hilarious, and deeply insightful conversation about AI, visibility, entrepreneurship, motherhood, and the future of online business.Tog...
From 14 Hour Days and Struggle to Multi-Six Figures and Golfing Mid-Week: Learn from This Mom Entrepreneur Success Story
In this episode, Laura sits down with Leslie Robertson, owner of Prime Personal Training in Ottawa, Ontario. Leslie shares the evolution of her 14-year fitness business journey — from grinding through long days as a solo trainer, to navigating ...
When Success Gets Redefined: Motherhood, Cancer & Building a Business That Fits Your Life with Lianne Cawley
In this episode, Laura sits down with Lianne Cawley, founder of Chapter 35, a branding and graphic design studio based in Edmonton, Alberta. Lianne shares the deeply personal story of being diagnosed with leukemia while raising two young childr...
Why Most Business Coaching Programs Push Mindset and What You Likely Need Instead
In this episode, Laura challenges one of the most common narratives in the online business world: that mindset work alone is enough to build a successful business. While personal growth, confidence, and belief absolutely matter, Laura explains ...
Why Women Entrepreneurs Need To Protect Themselves, Not Just Their Business with Aimee Schalles of Jointly
In this episode, Laura sits down with Aimee Schalles, co-founder of Jointly, to talk about one of the most important — and often avoided — conversations in relationships: legal protection.From prenups to cohabitation agreements, this con...
A Mom Entrepreneurs Realistic Guide to Building a Real Business on 20-Hours a Week or Less
In this episode, Laura breaks down one of the biggest myths in entrepreneurship: that more hours equals more success.If you’ve ever felt like you don’t have enough time to build your business — especially as a mom — this conversat...
Ambition, Mom Guilt, Making Money and Being Yourself with Cat and Nat
On today’s episode of This Mother Means Business, Laura sits down with Cat & Nat (Catherine Belknap and Natalie Telfer) — best friends, business partners, and the voices behind one of the most honest (and hilarious) takes on motherhood onli...
What I Would Do if I Got my Hands On Your Business (and How You Can Audit Yourself)
In this episode, Laura pulls back the curtain on what she actually looks at when she steps into a client’s business.If you’ve ever felt stuck, like you’re working hard but not seeing the results you want, this conversation will gi...
How to Simplify (and Pivot!) Your Business as a Mom Entrepreneur with Laura Schoenfeld
In this episode, Laura is joined by fellow business mentor Laura Schoenfeld for a conversation about entrepreneurship, motherhood, online business, and what it really looks like to pivot when your business no longer fits. They talk about the ev...
What I'm Doing To Avoid Burn Out as a Mom Entrepreneur in A Growth Season
This episode is a real, honest look behind the scenes of a growth season—what it actually takes, what gets stretched, and what happens when you realize you’ve pushed past your normal capacity.After coming off the high (and heaviness) of ...
Declutter Made Doable with Megan Golightly of GoSimplified
In this episode, Laura is joined by Megan Golightly, founder of Go Simplified, for a practical and eye-opening conversation about decluttering, organization, and the psychology behind why we hold onto things. Together, they explore the emotiona...
Behind the Scenes of This Mother Means Business Live (a Personal Update)
In this episode, Laura takes you behind the scenes of This Mother Means Business Live—from the early fears and decisions that almost stopped it from happening, to the growth, risk, and massive expansion that brought this year’s event t...
The Journey to Honest Motherhood in Life and Business with Libby Ward
In this episode, Laura sits down with content creator, maternal wellness advocate, and author Libby Ward to talk about what it really looks like to be honest about motherhood—both online and behind the scenes. They explore the pressure women fe...
The CEO Moves Required to Go from $100K to $500K+ Annually
In this episode, Laura dives into what it really takes to grow your business beyond the six-figure mark. This isn’t about mindset fluff or surface-level strategy—it’s about the practical, often uncomfortable shifts required to step int...
Why Saying No as a Mom-CEO Is Your Secret to Success (And How to Do It Gracefully) with Erin Bury CEO of Willful
In this episode, Laura sits down with Erin Bury, co-founder and CEO of Willful, for a conversation about entrepreneurship, motherhood, boundaries, and building a business that supports the life you actually want. <...
The Real Reason Ease in Your Business Feels So Far Away
In this episode, Laura breaks down why your business can feel heavy, inconsistent, and harder than it should — even when you’re doing everything “right.”She introduces the three core pieces required for ease in business — inner work, out...
You Don't Know What You Don't Know (And That's the Problem) with Rhowena Adolfo Patel
This episode is a little different — and such an important one.Laura is joined by Rhowena Adolfo Patel, founder of Mama Care Coach, for a conversation that weaves together business, motherhood, postpartum realities, and what it lo...
What It Really Takes to Succeed in Entrepreneurship as a Mom
This episode is an honest, grounding conversation about what it really takes to be a successful mom entrepreneur — beyond the highlight reels and traditional business advice.Laura unpacks the pressure so many women feel to chase...
Profit Isn't a Dirty Word (But It Can't Be the Only Word) with Tara Milburn of Ethical Swag
In this episode of This Mother Means Business, Laura Sinclair sits down with Tara Milburn, founder and CEO of Ethical Swag, a certified B Corp helping brands connect with people through meaningful, sustainable merchandise. What starts ...
How to Know When Business Mentorship Is Doing More Harm Than Good
In this episode of This Mother Means Business, Laura Sinclair explores a challenge many entrepreneurs quietly face: losing their own voice after consuming too much business advice. Inspired by a conversation with a prospective client w...
The Fear Behind the Fear: A Psychologist's Take on Anxiety in Business with Dr. Amanda Tobe
This week on This Mother Means Business, Laura sits down with Dr. Amanda Tobe, an industrial-organizational psychologist and founder of Amanda Tobe & Associates, for a thoughtful conversation about the human side of entrepreneurshi...
When Business Feels Hard: How to Tell the Difference Between a Rough Patch and The Wrong Path
In this episode, Laura reflects on a powerful question that came up during a conversation with the Moms in Tech community: How do you know if you’re just going through something hard in your business—or if you’re actually on the wrong path?...