Motivating Other Moms

On this episode of Motivating Other Moms, Rosemary is joined by actor-turned-entrepreneur, Cynthia Jamin.  Cynthia and Rosemary discuss her acting journey, the various shows she made appearances on and how she started out. Cynthia shifted into entrepreneurship and shares the story of her shift into TwirlyGirl. Rosemary and Cynthia also discuss a sensitive topic that has affected both of their lives in a substantial way and how they shared their story.   Key Takeaways: 01:02 Cynthia talks about acting career 03:18 Rosemary and Cynthia discuss how she got started in her acting journey 10:56 Is acting like entrepreneurship? 12:45 Cynthia’s transition from acting to entrepreneur 14:45 Getting her daughters involved in TwirlyGirl 17:28 Cynthia shares how she started her business 18:31 The challenge of having an online clothing store 20:19 Cynthia’s target audience 24:30 Starting TwirlyGirl 29:52 Getting strong and confident 31:04 Cynthia and Rosemary discuss self defense 32:10 Rosemary and Cynthia share their expe

On this episode of Motivating Other Moms, Rosemary is joined by financial guru, Sharon Lechter. After Sharon’s life experience with children and financial responsibility, she has made sure to spread her knowledge to help parents teach their kids about money. Rosemary and Sharon discuss Homeschooling, youth finances and the events that lead up to Sharon’s expertise.   Key Takeaways: 1:52 Sharon talks about being a grandma 5:11 Rich Dad, Poor Dad Series 5:50 Sharon gives tips for developing content 07:24 Financial education for youth 13:25 Sharon speaks about when her son went to college 16:37 Monetary struggles 18:40 Rosemary and Sharon discuss negativity 25:33 Tips for entrepreneurial moms 29:00 The importance of mastermind Groups 33:04 Rosemary and Sharon talk about homeschooling 25:00 Being taught not to ask for help 36:18 Sharon explains making changes in our society 38:25 Sharon’s games to help kids with money 43:57 How kids can start a business with a gum ball machine 45:47 Sharon’s favorite book 48:32 S

On this episode of Motivating Other Moms, Rosemary is joined by actress, author and marketing guru, Maria Ross. Maria is an entrepreneurial mom who has had her share of ups and downs. With a sudden health crisis, Maria’s outlook on life shifted and changed her view for the better. Maria and Rosemary cover a slew of topics including branding, key qualities of business and life as an entrepreneurial mom. Key Takeaways:01:03 How Maria started in branding03:07 Acting or Branding: What came first?05:30 Your internet appearance versus reality07:32 Rosemary and Maria discuss creating content and building trust with your audience10:11 Maria talks about the importance of consistency14:02 Creating content that you enjoy creating15:30 What is branding?16:52 Rosemary and Maria talk logos19:04 Maria describes her journey21:50 Maria talks about her book23:29 Being and advocate for your health27:30 Maria speaks about patience29:00 Asking for help32:30 Maria talks about her son35:42 What had Maria surprised about motherhood4

On this episode of Motivating Other Moms, Rosemary is joined by The Fly Lady. The two discuss the start of The Fly Lady ministry, turning chores into blessings and the family business dynamic. The Fly Lady shares her insights and tips with Rosemary about parenting, home life and getting organized. Rosemary shares her struggles and gets ideas and possible solutions.   Key Takeaways: [00:00:47] Rosemary introduces The Fly Lady [00:02:37] Blog talk vs iTunes [00:05:10] The Fly Lady discusses starting out [00:06:31] Without a website, how she started with The Fly Lady [00:10:15] Where The Fly Lady got her name [00:12:22] The Fly Lady talks about working for county commissioner [00:14:26] What is the first step in becoming organized? [00:16:56] Kids unloading the dishwasher [00:18:19] The role of mom at home [00:20:16] The Fly Lady describes The Launch Pad [00:22:10] The ladies talk about the term “fly babies” [00:23:40] All about feeling overwhelmed [00:24:31] The Fly Lady describes an ideal morning routine with

On this episode of Motivating Other Moms, Rosemary is joined by Relationship Coach, Susie Miller. Susie Miller is a cancer survivor, an empty-nester, and someone who is referred to as a Possibilitarian. Susie provides a fresh and relieving look at problems we face daily, and has been a huge help to so many moms, including Rosemary. Susie and Rosemary discuss a slew of topics covering different relationship and family conflicts and their solutions, while discussing the importance of community among moms.   Key Takeaways: [05:29] Susie tells her story [07:32] “We don't do this alone.” [10:35] Rosemary and Susie discuss judgement [14:12] Susie explains the importance of being in the moment [18:06] Success in the home life [21:14] Rosemary and Susie talk about taking vacations with your spouse [24:31] What does your perfect life look like? [25:43] Susie speaks about balance versus harmony [29:14] Being alone with your spouse [32:40] Susie talks about saying no and the deeper yes [34:53] Rosemary talks about her s

On this episode of Motivating Other Moms, Rosemary is joined by spiritual life coach, Marsh Engle.. Rosemary and Marsh talk about their strengths and values, and their spirituality. Marsh shares her journey from stay at home mom to life coach, and the ups and downs she has encountered along the way. Marsh has two special gifts for the listeners! 
 Key Takaways: [00:01:30] Marsh talks about her kids and starting out [00:02:27] Marsh and Rosemary talk about the media [00:06:48] Traveling [00:12:02] What was going through Marsh’s head [00:16:27] Rosemary and Marsh speak about self care [00:21:07] Marsh shares her experience of going to maui [00:23:29] How Maui got Marsh all fired up [00:28:14] Marsh talks about women and vulnerability [00:29:28] Redefining leadership [00:33:02] Strengths versus values [00:43:02] Women in spirituality
   Mentioned in this Episode: http://www.marshengle.com/ http://www.onemillioncalled2015.com/

On this episode of Motivating Other Moms, Liane Caruso joins Rosemary to discuss social media, SEO and her life as a mompreneur. Rosemary and Liane discuss different social media platforms, and how those targeted ads really work. Liane shares her journey intro entrepreneurship and the different stuggles she has dealt with. This episode is packed full of great tips for social media interaction for you and your business! 
 Key Takaways: [00:02:09] Liane describes attending Rosemary’s first tea party [00:05:39] Liane talks about The Crush Agency [00:10:05] Why do you need a mobile friendly website? [00:16:55] Liane speaks all about SEO [00:20:20] Liane explains keywords [00:21:46] The importance of social media interaction [00:25:02] Misleading Facebook numbers [00:27:41] Liane talks about boosting Facebook posts [00:29:03] Targeting ads on Facebook [00:32:35] Is Google+ here to stay? [00:34:59] Making your life easier with scheduling [00:39:11] Liane tells her story [00:45:01] Liane describes the shift in finan

On this episode of Motivating Other Moms, Rosemary is joined by life coach, Andreea Ayers. Rosemary and Andreea discuss Creative Live and how that has changed Andreea’s business and following. Andreaa shares her experience at overcoming that voice in your head that often leads to the fear or success.   Key Takeaways: [00:01:25] Andreea and Rosemary discuss Creative Live
 [00:05:06] How Creative Live has affected her business
 [00:09:27] Andreea shares the biggest lesson she learned
 [00:12:26] Andreea speaks about the feeling of accomplishment
 [00:15:08] Andreea and Rosemary talk about the powerful fear of success
 [00:18:16] Why Andreea was afraid of “showing off”
 [00:21:36] Andreea shares about her t-shirt business
 [00:23:22] How Andreea deals with negative feedback
 [00:24:40] Rosemary asks Andreea about Facebook ads and promotions
 [00:28:00] Andreea talks about Facebook ads targeted at certain pages
 [00:32:14] The pros and cons of Shopify
 [00:34:57] Andreea describes her ideal client
 [00:37:27] And

On this episode of Motivating Other Moms, Rosemary welcomes former professional organizer turned life-coach, Cena Block to the show. Rosemary and Cena discuss many different aspects of juggling your business at different points of your children’s lives. Cena explains time management best practices and what moms struggle with most. Cena also shares her current special offer for Motivating Other Moms listeners!
   Key Takaways: [00:00:51] Cena shares how she started in the entrepreneurial world [00:02:39] Rosemary and Cena talk about the guilt moms face [00:04:03] Cena describes her vigorous time tracking exercise [00:06:05] What are moms wasting most of their precious time on? [00:08:31] The problems with only identifying as a mom [00:08:51] Cena talks about the importance of saying no [00:12:27] Rosemary and Cena talk about volunteering on the PTA [00:14:38] Cena shares about her two sons [00:14:56] How Cena’s work flow changed as her kids got older [00:18:04] Rosemary and Cena discuss moms starting their own

On this episode of Motivating Other Moms, Rosemary is joined by Lindsey Anderson. Lindsey has great insight into marketing, websites and social media. Lindsey shares details about her free web analysis and talks about her web development business. Lindsey and Rosemary talk about the daily struggles of owning a business and being a mom, and the guilt that comes along with it. They also discuss their mutual business coach and their experience with other business coaches.   Key Takaways: [00:04:23] Lindsey talks about her first company, Web Impact [00:05:27] How Lindsey's Web got started [00:07:47] Rosemary and Lindsey discuss back taxes [00:09:41] Overpaying employees and switching to contractors [00:11:08] Lindsey explains her biggest struggle with being a business owner and a mom [00:16:05] What it’s like working with your spouse [00:22:39] Lindsey talks about TV for the kids and juggling her time [00:23:48] Getting a housekeeper or VA to help out [00:27:36] The utilization of social media [00:32:18] Lindsey

On this episode of Motivating Other Moms, CEO and founder or Corpnet, Nellie Akalp, talks about starting out from law school and her journey with her husband into becoming an entrepreneurial mom. Rosemary and Nellie discuss Nellie’s life with 4 kids and 18 years of marriage, and what it was like to be raised by her grandparents. Nellie answers listener questions and gives great insight into different legal tactics in business.    Key Takeaways: [00:01:07] Nellie and Rosemary talk about Nellie's 18 years of marriage [00:03:05] Nellie describes what it was like being raised by grandparents [00:04:15] Nellie talks about the huge impact her grandfather’s support had on her life [00:06:17] Nellie explains the benefits of higher education [00:11:26] Nellie speaks about her experience from being an entrepreneur to becoming a parent [00:15:07] The struggles Nellie has faced and faces today [00:16:25] Nellie talks about what drives her [00:20:30] Some great information about domain names [00:23:34] Nellie explains the

On this episode of Motivating Other Moms, Tracey Marks from Beyond Burnout joins Rosemary Nickel as they talk about being Mom-preneurs. Tracey and Rosemary discuss marketing, and the dreaded “launch”, having a victim mindset and how to stay out of the burnout stage.    Key Takeaways:  [00:01:03] Tracey talks about getting started on Beyond Burnout [00:03:38] Rosemary and Tracey talk about mom tribes and the niche market [00:05:17] Handling trolls [00:10:14] Tracey and Rosemary discuss the victim mindset [00:12:50] Marketing and the dreaded “launch” [00:23:07] How Tracey she stays out of the burnout stage [00:31:00] Why sleep is important [00:38:40] What it was like for Tracey to interview her mom [00:45:47] Tracey and Rosemary speak about moms and self care   Mentioned in this episode: http://beyondburnout.com/

On this episode of Motivating Other Moms, Shannon Lelli talks about her physical and spiritual transformation into the healthiest she has ever been.   Key Takeaways: [00:00:51] Shannon talks about how she started her journey [00:03:31] Intertwined struggles [00:09:37] How Satan influences your food choices. [00:14:52] Learning how to eat the right foods [00:17:14] Moving your family from bad foods to good [00:22:51] Exercise [00:31:51] irun4life [00:33:46] Contact information and final advice   Mentioned in this episode: http://momsbestcereals.com/ http://www.irun4life.com/ http://2chicksgetfit.com/ https://www.facebook.com/foodfaithfitnessblog

On this episode of Motivation Other Moms, Ingrid Prueher shares her journey from Wall Street to Baby Sleep Guru, the struggles she faced and how she juggles motherhood and her business.   Key Takeaways: [00:01:28] Ingrid shares her networking techniques [00:03:19] How Ingrid went from Wall Street to baby sleep [00:04:32] Ingrid talks about going from local baby sleep guru to being all over tv [00:07:55] Ingrid shares what has the best return investment in networking [00:09:17] Ingrid describes struggling work and sick kids [00:14:07] The change from corporate to entrepreneur [00:16:34] Ingrid speaks about the top struggle that new moms face [00:19:15] Rosemary and Ingrid discuss giving up before giving it a chance [00:22:56] Ingrid helps parents sleep also! [00:23:51] Rosemary shares her past with sleepless nights [00:24:59] How sleep training affects siblings [00:25:55] The affect nutrition has on sleep [00:28:15] Ingrid gives her thoughts on the Crying It Out method [00:32:13] Tips for traveling moms [00:34

Description: On this episode of Motivating Other Moms, Abigail Tiefenthaler talks about marketing strategies, jumping into the entrepreneurial world and raising a family.    Key Takeaways: [00:02:44] Abigail talks about transitioning into her own business [00:07:37] How Abigail and her family dealt with the transition [00:09:09] Abigail describes the beginning financial struggles [00:14:58] Hobby versus Business [00:18:42] Abigail explains her biggest struggle [00:22:57] Abigail and Rosemary discuss parenting techniques [00:28:52] Talking jars [00:29:54] Abigail speaks about Sweet Spot Strategies [00:32:29] Abigail gives marketing tips   Mentioned in this episode: http://www.sweetspotstrategies.com/ https://www.facebook.com/sweetspotstrategies abigail@sweetspotstrategies.com (954) 804-9413

On this episode of Motivating Other Moms, Mia Adler Ozair talks about juggling life as a mom of 9 and a therapist. She shares the affects of sugar on overall health and how important your body image is to you and your children.   Key Takeaways: [00:01:35] Mia talks about balancing 9 kids and a business [00:04:48] Being a therapist and a mom [00:08:21] Mia tells her history as a therapist [00:10:19] Taking breaks as a mom [00:12:50] Limiting your time with clients and your kids [00:17:09] Mia discusses the results of not taking a break [00:18:16] Panic attacks and anxiety attacks [00:22:37] How gluten and sugar play a role in mental and physical health [00:28:40] Mia explains internal and external issues and reactions [00:30:58] Mia gives details all about her ebook [00:35:41] Mia shares how it all came about [00:42:03] The things we do at home affecting our children [00:43:40] The problem with our body image issues [00:45:36] Mia and Rosemary talk about gratitude [00:48:52] Being grateful for your body after

On this episode of Motivation Other Moms, Rosemary welcomes Deedra Determan. Deedra talks about juggling motherhood and entrepreneurship, the early financial struggles and her new venture, Thrive15.   Key Takeaways: [00:01:38] Deedra explains who she is and what she does [00:04:02] Juggling motherhood and work [00:05:39] Deedra talks about 918moms [00:08:01] Deedra shares details about her new mentoring venture [00:17:00] When to throw in the towel [00:20:47] How Deedra came up with her vision [00:27:38] Time management [00:28:34] Deedra talks about the juggling act with older kids [00:29:14] Deedra's family time rules [00:30:31] Deedra's biggest struggle today [00:31:42] Deedra speaks about finances   Mentioned in this Episode: http://www.groupon.com/ https://login.livingsocial.com/ http://www.moneysavingqueen.com/ https://www.thrive15.com/ Code: MOM for 30-Day Free Trial http://www.rusticcuff.comI https://twitter.com/deedradeterman

On this episode of Motivating Other Moms, Rosemary talks to Sheila McCraith about her book, website, iPhone app, and community, all based on The Orange Rhino Challenge. They discuss different techniques and struggles they have each overcome through this challenge of yelling less, and loving more.   Key Takeaways: [00:04:30] Sheila shares how her less yelling strategy has affected the relationship with her children [00:05:46] Rosemary and Sheila discuss struggling to scream at that moment [00:08:19] Kids pushing buttons, bringing you to the point of yelling [00:10:22] Sheila shares her tips on raising a well-mannered child [00:11:53] Sheila explains how it is hard to stop the yelling when you’ve crossed that line [00:12:48] Rosemary and Sheila talk about the honesty in the Orange Rhino Community [00:13:20] Growing from failure [00:15:02] Sheila speaks about her laundry story, and how to reduce triggers [00:19:23] The new Orange Rhino Challenge iPhone app [00:20:40] Rosemary and Sheila share their experiences w

On this episode of Motivating Other Moms, Rosemary welcomes Cyndy Bragg, The Whoopie Queen. Rosemary and Cyndy discuss life as a mother, and how to give yourself permission to say no and permission to take care of yourself.    Key Takeaways: [00:03:24] Cyndy discusses how she got her name, The Whoopee Queen [00:05:39] Cyndy tells the story of how she ended up in comedy [00:10:00] Rosemary and Cyndy talk about comedy on stage and Laurie Foster [00:12:00] Cindy reveals how Chris Rock inspired her [00:14:05] Rosemary and Cyndy discuss Porn for Women [00:15:48] How Cyndy became part of the Target Secret Shopping Program [00:17:42] Mommy Mean Girl Story [00:18:58] It's not easy being a mom [00:20:54] How to give yourself the Bad Housekeeping Seal of Approval [00:24:24] Cyndy teaches you how to say, "It's not going to work." [00:27:59] Would you date yourself? [00:31:34] Rosemary and Cyndy talk about giving yourself permission to take care of yourself [00:33:02] Rosemary gives details on a funny Brazillian Wax stor

On this episode of Motivating Other Moms, Rosemary talks to Nina Manolson about loving yourself and making changes to better your own wellbeing.    Key Takeaways: [00:04:58] Nina talks about why she decided to expand out to all women, not just Smoking Hot Moms. [00:08:59] Our lifestyles full of busy being busy, and running on running mentality. [00:09:57] Nina shares a story about a tragic accident involving her family, and what she learned from the experience. [00:16:06]  Rosemary and Nina share the things women carry around that effect their lives on a daily basis, and how they’re powerful doorways to accessing life in a deeper way. [00:17:07] Nina talks about the importance of saying no to anything extra, saying yes to help, how to really ask for what you want, and for what you really really need.  [00:23:32] Rosemary and Nina discuss the differences in men and women as entrepreneurs and stepping into the Queen Stage. [00:28:30] Moving from the Princess Stage to the Queen Stage.   [00:31:05] Nina shares he