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.
This Mother Means Business: Strategy, Advice, and Support for Mom Entrepreneurs
The Journey to Honest Motherhood in Life and Business with Libby Ward
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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 feel to “get it right,” the impact of societal expectations, and why being radically honest with yourself is the starting point for everything—from parenting to business. This conversation is equal parts validating and empowering, especially for women navigating motherhood, ambition, and identity all at once.
In this episode you will hear:
00:52 – Libby’s background and how she started sharing online
02:14 – Life as a first responder spouse + default parenting
04:03 – What life looked like in 2020 when she began creating content
06:25 – Why honesty in motherhood felt “not allowed”
09:51 – Growing a platform + the unexpected emotional weight
10:14 – The reality of sudden visibility and being known online
13:32 – Radical honesty: knowing your capacity and limits
14:42 – Why there is no “arrival” in motherhood or business
16:23 – The Rubik’s Cube metaphor for problem-solving
19:34 – How Libby resources and supports herself daily
21:53 – Returning to honesty as a daily practice
24:18 – Personal responsibility vs. systemic pressures
26:33 – Why self-blame is a waste of energy
28:30 – “Delegate, let go, move on” mindset
29:05 – Fear of showing up online as a business owner
31:49 – Why not showing up costs you more than you think
40:02 – Final advice: be yourself and stop overthinking
Libby's Links:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/libbyward/
Website: https://libbyward.com/
Facebook: www.facebook.com/libbywardofficial
Get your copy of Honest Motherhood: https://libbyward.com/honest-motherhood-book
Join This Mother Means Business : www.thismothermeansbusiness.com
Laura's Links:
• Website
• Laura's Instagram
• LJSocial Instagram
• LinkedIn
• Facebook
• Pinterest
• TikTok
