4 ways I prioritize my growth as a small business owner and busy mom!

Running a business with huge dreams and big goals is amazing. If someone would’ve told me 13 years ago I’d be coaching small business owners and creators from all over the world how to build their OWN dream businesses, I think I’d say, “NO WAY,” but also do a little happy dance inside counting down the days til this moment came true. 

But focusing on my own dreams, while helping others achieve theirs, and trying to be a present mom can really take a toll on my own health- physically and mentally if I’m not careful. 

And to be completely honest, I’ve struggled in that area. Throughout the year I’ve gone through lots of ups and downs with my physical health. I’ve felt self conscious, I’ve felt like no matter what I do I can’t lose weight and I just feel like my body is changing and I don’t know what to do to figure it out. 

On the flip side, I’ve struggled with my mental health. Being a business coach and a mentor, I don’t get to hang out in an office with my team talking about everything that’s going on in the world. I don’t get to have the small talk that a lot of people have in their workplaces. Most days it’s just me, my computer, sitting in my office with a hot cup of tea. 

And it’s really lonely. 

To add onto all of this, I’m about to be an empty-nester and I don’t know if I’m ready… 

Maybe you can relate to this too? 

The bright side is I’ve recognized the things that make me unhappy and I’ve made changes. I’m excited to share the things that have helped me and I hope these things can help you too! 

1. Going for Daily Walks

Walking has been a complete game changer for my mental health as simple as it sounds. Being cooped up at home all day, I needed to find ways to clear my mind and step away from work. Because of the fact that my work is also my home, it’s really hard to have healthy boundaries around personal life and work life. By taking walks throughout my day, I’ve felt more energized, more excited, and more creative- which comes in handy when coaching my students. 

2. Moving my body every day

I know we all hear that we should move our bodies for at least 30 minutes a day but when you’re sitting at a desk most of the time throughout the day, those 30 minutes seem to go by slowwwwww. So I invested in Umay Walking Desk! It slides under my desk and so I can walk while I work. It’s INCREDIBLE and super affordable for a treadmill! 

3. Working out with my daughter

Idk about you mommas with older kids, but the older they get the more of a struggle I have getting them to hang out with me. So, to get in my workouts and my socialization throughout the day I started going to Orange Theory fitness. It’s a gym that does high intensity group workout classes and I’ve found it super helpful because 1)  it’s timed so I’m not spending forever at the gym 2) it’s in a group setting and I’m pretty competitive so it helps me to show up better and 3) my daughter has even gotten hooked on it so now we get to do it together. Which is a WIN in my book! 

Y’all I’m soaking up all the time I have left before she leaves for college. 

Now you’re probably reading this wondering when I’m gonna share something that will help you as a business owner- well here it is… 

4.I  make it a priority to INVEST in things that will help my business grow

You were probably expecting something like a magic tip or trick that will solve some of your biggest business hurdles, but really friend there is no magic missing ingredient that’s gonna solve all your problems. You have to invest in things that are gonna help you grow not only as a person but as a business owner. Cause when you invest in yourself, your growth, and your education- your business benefits from it. Your confidence grows and you know you’re capable of accomplishing amazing things and that energy and excitement you feel, spews over into your personal life. Making you a better mom, a better wife, and better friend. 

Those changes don’t come from learning the newest trend or investing in the coolest tools. But it comes from knowing that investing in your personal growth is directly correlated to the growth of your business. 

This is something that is extremely important to me because it not only changed the way that I ran The Cake Mamas for 13 years but it’s the way that I coach my students who are at the stage of trying to grow and build their dream businesses. 

With that said, the new year is right around the corner and I want you to invest not just in the material things but I want you to do something that's gonna help you grow as a business, as a wife, and as a momma. 

From December 5th-9th, all my most popular workshops are 50% off! 

And here’s what that means for YOU: You get lifetime access to 4 of my most POWERFUL workshops with proven marketing tactics, game changing sales strategies, and mindset shifts that will have you saying, “I don’t even recognize the person I used to be.”

These workshops are exactly what you need if you’re tired of searching for answers, feeling frustrated with how fast your business is growing, and are ready to change your life in 2023. 

Here’s a quick rundown on what you’ll learn in each workshop and which one or four may be just right for you:

DOUBLE Your Holiday Sales Workshop: This really has nothing to do with cupcakes but everythanggg to do with creating products that your customers LOVE and can’t live without! Learn how to develop “trend-worthy” products that customers can’t help but to share…and okay maybe a little bit about cupcakes! 

Inside this workshop you’ll learn how to bring in some SERIOUS sales with IRRESISTIBLE holiday-themed products and marketing tactics that’ll get your customers EXCITED about what you have to offer! 

You'll learn: 

• How to PLAN for ANY holiday
•  Learn what a “RUNWAY” is and how it’s essential to marketing
•  Brainstorm ideas for products & packaging
•  Decide on PRICING & finalize offers
•  Determine EXACTLY how much MONEY you want to make and establish a GOAL
•  PLAN out your schedule for the next 2-4 weeks (minimum)
•  Avoid feeling OVERWHELMED
•  Eliminate the GUESSWORK of what to make/offer (and how much product to make)
• & Get CLARITY on how to prepare for ANY HOLIDAY for the rest of the year!

90 Minutes To Money-Mastery: If you're anything like me, you never "FORMALLY" learned how to properly manage your money, build credit, invest, or pay taxes. The truth is, if your PERSONAL finances aren't in order, then you're most likely building your business the same way! Real talk, it's not your fault you're bad with money... but it is your fault if you REFUSE to learn. 

Inside my money mastery workshop, you'll gain CLARITY and CONFIDENCE around all things money, so you can start your journey towards building WEALTH and PROSPERITY. 

Inside, we’re gonna  walk you through the steps we took to overcome BANKRUPTCY, share the 5 foundations you need to know to create a solid financial foundation, what you have to know about credit, and an introduction to all things taxes!

Bake Your Way To Six Figures: You’ve got the PASSION, you’ve got the dream and you’ve got the talent… but you’re still not making any REAL money and seeing little to no growth in your business? 

If this sounds like you, now is the time to learn how to be the PROFITABLE BOSS you were ALWAYS meant to be! Get my PROVEN step-by-step strategy to help you STRENGTHEN the FOUNDATION of your business, prioritize PROFITABILITY, and finally start making the money you deserve! 

Inside this 2 hour workshop you'll learn: 

• How to PRICE your products for PROFIT
• The difference between VOLUME & CAPACITY 
• How much is your business CAPABLE of making
• 4 Ways to get to $1k in PROFIT
• How to CREATE/ENVISION your dream life
• What 6-figures can do for YOU
• 3 Ways To INCREASE your REVENUE
• How to create a STRATEGY that works for YOU when running your BUSINESS

If you're ready to stop running a non-profit organization and start making REAL MONEY, this workshop is for you!

Funding Your Dreams: You probably know this already but building a business is EXPANSIVEEEE… 

Imagine if we all just had millions of dollars waiting for us whenever we decided to start a business, things would be SO MUCH easier! Am I right?! 

Reality is, starting a business sounds like a cool idea until you realize the price tag that comes along with it, which is WHY so many people go into debt over it. 

I definitely did! And it’s something I would highly recommend NOT doing. 

So, inside this workshop we’re gonna teach you EVERYTHING you need to know about finding MONEY and RAISING capital for your business (from building and leveraging credit to creating a solid business plan that’ll set you up for success!)

Oh, and we’re gonna share HOW you can do this without going into debt! 

Here's exactly what you can expect to walk away with inside this workshop:

• What to expect when starting a business
• Types of ways you can fund your business
• The importance of personal CREDIT (and how to leverage it)
• How to create a solid business plan & why it's important to secure funding
• Different methods to secure funding

Each one of these workshops were made with YOU and other creative small business owners in mind. I used my very OWN experience of going from bankruptcy, to running two store fronts over 13 years, and compiled what I think is exactly what you need to help take your business to new heights in 2023 no matter what stage of business you’re in. 

I learned all this stuff I’m sharing with you the HARD WAY! And I want to share this with you now so you can hopefully avoid some of the mistakes and pitfalls I made along the way. 

And believe me when I say that it’s going to save you from making mistakes that cost me thousands of dollars but make you SO MUCH more with the information I'm sharing with you. 

So, you can either decide to walk this business journey alone. 

Or you can do it with someone who’s been where you are, who's been where you’re trying to go, and who wants to see you succeed. 

Click here to purchase ANY of my workshops for 50%off using the code: WORKSHOPS50 

Remember, this sale ends on December 9th, so don’t wait around on this.