Bringing Up Business
Bringing Up Business is for entrepreneurs navigating the challenging adventure of business while raising a family.
We unravel the mysterious“work/life balance” and share inspiring advice to help you succeed in your business and at home.
Hosted by self-employed business owner and mom, Kaila Sachse, you will hear real insights from other company leaders who know what it’s like to raise children and a business.
Our mission is to help you strategize and gain confidence as a professional and as a parent so you can scale your business while showing up at home.
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Episodes
25 episodes
The Ins & Outs of Freelancing
Freelance web designer Cami MacNamara offers practical advice for web designers, solopreneurs, and women entrepreneurs striving for sustainable success with clarity and boundaries. Whether you're building recurring revenue or managing client...
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Episode 24
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56:04
Buying an Existing Business
Eric Grotenhuis, CEO and partner of Page Design Group, shares his journey in purchasing a design firm while raising two sons, emphasizing the significance of trust within teams and the value of involving family in creative processes.
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Episode 23
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25:12
Curating Inspiration for Creative Work
Roberta Morris, a freelance designer and creative director, discusses with host Kaila Sachse how to foster creativity and productivity.They journey Roberta's career through various cities, her experiences in nonprofit work, and th...
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Episode 22
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41:15
Managing 40 Employees with Only 12 Hours Per Week
Nick Slavik, founder and owner of the Nick Slavik Painting and Restoration Company, shares insights on managing relationships, the significance of purpose, and the strategies he employs for business growth, including effective marketing and ...
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Episode 21
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51:10
Massive Business Scaling With 2.5 Kids & NO Bootstrapping
Bri West, co-founder of Somerled, shares her massively successful intersection of business and parenting. Somerled has used market research and data analysis to design 700+ short term rentals that surpass the competition and ...
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Episode 19
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46:13
Building a Successful Design Consultancy
Arlene Birt, a visual storyteller and educator, discusses the intersection of motherhood and running her own company with employees.Arlene and host, Kaila Sachse, discuss practical parenting hacks, the challenges of balancing work...
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Episode 18
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35:06
Family Planning as a Solopreneur
Nikolai Paquin, a creative solopreneur, discusses strategies for building a personal brand, the significance of understanding your MVP (Minimum Viable Product), and how failure can be a valuable teacher with host Kaila Sachse. <...
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Episode 17
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45:29
Good Health for Business & Family
Brandie Nicole Adams, certified health coach and founder of Revealed Healing, discusses the importance of professional support in health and wellness. They discuss Brandie's journey from a side hustle to a full-time entrepren...
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Episode 16
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53:42
The Power of Observation
Interdisciplinary artist and designer Jose Cotto explores the intersections of creativity, design, and parenthood, discussing how we can break generational cycles through design and the significance of noticing in our environments. ...
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Episode 15
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57:24
Finding Your True Passion to Succeed in Business
Dixie Willard, founder of Poised and Plumb, shares her unique journey from mechanical engineering to interior design and how she found her truth along the way. She also discusses the challenges of balancing career ambitions w...
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Episode 14
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38:44
How to Create a Healthier Home to Live & Work In
Aaron Stash, founder of the Electric Home Company, discusses “home electrification,” a practice of helping homeowners create healthier living spaces and work-from-home offices.Aaron also shares his journey from corporate sustainab...
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Episode 13
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50:05
Creating a Supportive Work Culture for Families
Megan Dalessandro, a content producer, creative director, and self-described creative Swiss Army knife, discusses the importance of creating a healthy work environment for all employees, the impact of gender roles on career progression, and ...
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Episode 12
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1:02:26
Pay Me in Plane Tickets: Designing Business & Balance
The mic has been flipped! On this episode of Pay Me in Plane Tickets, Jelani Millard and Kaila discuss the intricate balance between work and family life, the challenges faced during childhood, and the importance of travel in personal growth...
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Episode 11
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1:01:52
Supporting Your Marriage While Navigating Kids & Business
Chris Nordyke, a seasoned entrepreneur and family man, engages in a deep conversation in this episode of the Bringing Up Business podcast. They explore the intricate balance between business and parenting, discussing how Chri...
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Episode 10
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1:05:33
Navigating the Newborn Stage as a Father & Entrepreneur
Richard Dodds, founder of Crowned Culture Media LLC, talks about his journey as a podcast producer and newborn father in this episode of the Bringing Up Business podcast with host Kaila Sachse.Richard & Kaila discuss the chall...
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Episode 9
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1:05:06
Unlocking Potential with a Free Business Mentor via SCORE
Heather K Turner talks about SCORE, a little-known (but mighty!) national organization designed to help small businesses with free mentoring and other resources, in this episode of the Bringing Up Business podcast, hosted by Kaila Sachse.
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Episode 8
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46:08
The ROI of Connecting With Others
Jeremy Owens, a third-generation construction professional and owner of U.S. Construction Zone, discusses the intersection of business and parenting, the importance of open communication with children, and the challenges of being a business ...
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Episode 7
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44:56
Thinking Out of the Box as a Single Mom & Entrepreneur
Doris Muscarella, founder of Doris Business Development, shares her inspiring journey as a single mother who built her business from the ground up while raising two daughters.Her conversation with Bringing Up Business podcast host...
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Episode 6
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37:23
The Value of Travel
Hotelier Jelani Millard, founder of the Wapechi Collection, discusses the intersection of business, parenting, and travel in this episode of the Bringing Up Business podcast with host Kaila Sachse. Jelani also shares his jour...
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Episode 5
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51:44
Understanding Your Worth as an Entrepreneur and Mom
Renee Rubens, founder of Symphony of Leaves Tea Company, discusses her journey from corporate America to entrepreneurship, the challenges of balancing work and motherhood, and the importance of setting boundaries with host Kaila Sachse in th...
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Episode 4
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1:19:01
Building Restaurants From Scratch and Designing a Life With Free Time for Your Family
Roger Beaudoin, a seasoned restaurateur and restaurant consultant, shares his journey from starting a pizza delivery service in college to creating successful restaurant concepts in this episode of the Bringing Up Business podcast, hosted by...
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Episode 3
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32:56
Mom of 3 Starts a Business After Losing Life Savings
Ana Barajas, mom of 3 and co-founder of Build Safe Escrow, shares her harrowing experience when a contractor vanished with Ana's life savings during a home renovation while she was pregnant.She details her journey from devastation...
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Episode 2
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1:08:27
Nurturing Emotional Intelligence in Business and Family
Paul Stonick, a seasoned executive and father of two teenagers, discusses the intersection of business and parenting in this episode of the Bringing Up Business podcast, hosted by Kaila Sachse. Paul also recaps the challenges...
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Episode 1
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35:47
