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
Behind the Scenes of This Mother Means Business Live (a Personal Update)
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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 to life. She shares the real story of what it takes to build something at this level, the personal work required to hold it, and the moments—both chaotic and magical—that defined the experience. This is an honest reflection on leadership, support, and what it really means to step into something bigger than you thought you could handle.
In this episode you will hear:
01:00 – The post-event “what now” feeling
02:28 – Taking the leap in 2025 + first event experience
04:00 – Hiring support + bringing in an event team
04:49 – Financial realities + profitability lessons
05:30 – Understanding sponsorship + building a “sponsor entity”
06:30 – Early sponsorship conversations + community support
08:03 – Moving from safe planning to playing bigger
09:08 – The shift toward larger sponsorship + partnerships
10:45 – Learning to ask boldly + “shoot your shot” mindset
12:05 – Major sponsors + building the event ecosystem
13:30 – Creating an experience (not just an event)
16:00 – Gratitude for sponsors and partners
16:45 – Personal growth + emotional challenges leading up to the event
18:04 – Increasing support: therapy + trauma coaching
19:27 – Defining personal success for the event
19:30 – Laura’s unexpected personal goals for the day
20:30 – Handling failure + staying resilient throughout the process
22:36 – Behind-the-scenes logistics of event planning
23:20 – The chaos of setup day
24:34 – Meaningful moments with her team
25:30 – Getting styled for the event + confidence boost
26:30 – Last-minute challenges and problem-solving
29:11 – The emotional impact of bringing the vision to life
30:56 – VIP dinner experience + unexpected moments
32:30 – Late-night setup + exhaustion
33:30 – The night before the event + little sleep
34:30 – Morning-of chaos + relatable behind-the-scenes moments
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