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Hobby Turned Business: The Impact a Hobby Can Have on Your Life

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0500

In this episode of The Mompreneur Collective, I’m joined by best friends and co-owners of The Little Needlepoint Shop, Kiri Domengeaux and Ellen Ishee, to talk about the powerful role hobbies can play in our lives as busy moms and entrepreneurs.

We dive into how their shared love of needlepointing started as a hobby and eventually grew into a thriving business. We also get into why not every hobby needs to become a business. Sometimes a hobby’s greatest value is the joy, peace, and balance it brings into your life.

We chat about:

Why hobbies are productive (even if they don’t make money)
How having something you love helps you stay connected to yourself throughout your motherhood journey
The impact hobbies have on your mental health, nervous system, and overall balance
What it’s like to run a business with a friend
Why you don't need more time to fit a hobby into your life
And how leaning into a positive “This WILL work out” mindset helped them take bold, fast action on a business idea that felt aligned with their passion

This conversation is about more than hobbies though, it’s about connection, creativity, and giving yourself permission to unplug in a world that constantly tells you to stay busy. We also talk about how hobbies can open doors to friendships, opportunities, and even unexpected business ideas.✨

If you’ve ever felt like you don’t have time for a hobby, or you’ve been stuck in the mindset that every moment needs to be productive, this episode will offer a refreshing perspective and maybe inspire you to pick something back up that lights you up inside.🩷

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The Power of Building a Niche Brand That's Unapologetically You

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0500

What if the biggest key to business success wasn't working harder...but having more fun and being more authentic?

In this episode of The Mompreneur Collective, I sit down with Victoria Racca, Owner of The MicroBlading Institute, Brow Sister Numbing Cream, and My Favorite Piercer Jewelry Line to talk about what it really looks like to build a bold, successful business that stays true to your "why" every step of the way.✨

We dive into why choosing a niche could be the most powerful decision you make in your business, how showing up authentically attracts the right clients, and why trying to sound like everyone else online can actually hold you back.

As moms and entrepreneurs, we also talk about the importance of designing your business around your life and your family. After all they're often the reason we start this journey in the first place right? Your business should support your life and not become the thing that steals you away from it. 💛

Here's what we chat about:

Why niching down can skyrocket your growth
How authenticity in business builds trust and attracts your ideal clients
How creating an ideal client avatar and speaking directly to them in your messaging is everything
The importance of replicable systems and process to help you juggle it all
Designing your business on your own terms
Why remembering your "why" matters more than ever as your business grows
The connections between your confidence level, imposter syndrome, and relying to heavily on AI tools
Why the right partner and support system at home plays a huge role in entrepreneurial success

If you've ever felt the pressure to be everything to everyone in your business, this episode will remind you that the real power comes from building a business that truly reflects who you are.

Because at the end of the day, the goal should be to build your dream business...not your nightmare.✨

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Smarter Fitness For The Woman You Are Now: Consistency Over Perfection

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0600

In this episode of The Mompreneur Collective, we're redefining what it really looks like to incorporate fitness into your lifestyle as a busy mom and business owner.

If you've ever felt like you had to choose between going all in on your fitness routine or doing nothing at all, this conversation with Amber Menard, Owner of VibraFit Fitness Studio, will be a breath of fresh air.

We dive into why consistency matters more than perfection and how supporting your body doesn't have to mean hour long workouts or extreme routines. Sometimes, 10 minutes of intentional movement, stretching or even rest is exactly what your body needs.

We also explore how fitness evolves as we move through different seasons of life. The workouts that worked in our twenties may not serve us in our thirties and forties. And learning to honor what our bodies need now is key to sustainable health.

You'll also hear us talk about:

How cortisol impacts energy, recovery, and results
Why nervous system regulation matters more than intensity
The role of stretching and deep breathing in reducing stress
The importance of lymphatic support and circulation
How gentle movement can sometimes be more powerful than pushing harder

This episode is an invitation to stop forcing your body into outdated routines and start working with it instead.

Because health in this season isn't about doing more...it's about doing what actually supports you.

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Moms Supporting Moms: Building A Family Run Business That Serves The Community

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0600

In this episode of The Mompreneur Collective, we're diving into what it really looks like when moms support moms...not just in words, but through business and community.

I'm joined by mompreneur, Jodie Melancon, Owner and operator of a local children's clothing resale franchise; Rhea Lana's of Lafayette. Together, we unpack the reality of running a family run business, balancing motherhood with entrepreneurship, and why being part of a franchise doesn't make you any less local.

We talk about:

What it truly looks like to run a business as a family.
The unexpected blessings and real challenges of mixing family and entrepreneurship
How motherhood has shaped her leadership with both empathy and high standards
Setting boundaries between work time and family time in a season that demands both
How entrepreneurship is just scary and you should do it anyway
How her resale events create real community by helping moms earn money, connect with one another, and support local families

She shares how she's grateful for being part of a franchise that's provided both technical and emotional support from her franchise sisters while still allowing her business to remain deeply rooted in the local community she lives in, goes to school in, works in , and serves in.

This conversation is an honest look at the courage it takes to step into entrepreneurship, the importance of knowing your "why", and the impact women can create when they build businesses that are about more than profit...they're about people.

If you've ever wondered what it's like on the franchise side of things...

If you're navigating boundaries between motherhood and work...

Or if you believe in the power of women supporting women...

This episode is for you.💛

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The Power of Community: Why Networking is Essential

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0600

You don't have to feel ready to show up. You just have to show up. This conversation will change how you think about networking and community. ✨

Networking isn't about quick sales...it's about connection, consistency, and trust. In this episode of The Mompreneur Collective, I sit down with photographer and community leader, Hannah Louise Songy Cocke, to talk about the power of showing up before you feel ready, building genuine relationships, and finding value in every connection you make.

We discuss why networking takes time, why trust is built through repeated presence, how asking for help strengthens your business, and why most people feel just as awkward as you do at networking events.

Plus, she shares her journey into photography and how community has helped shape her business. She even shares her golden approach for making time for networking where it counts as a busy mom.

If you're craving deeper connections, stronger community, and more sustainable ways to grow your business, this conversation will remind you that you don't have to do it alone and that relationships are just as important as results. 💛

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Aligned From The Inside Out: Self Care & Business Decisions That Matter

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0600

In this episode of The Mompreneur Collective, I sit down with spa owner, Tabatha Semien, for a refreshing conversation about intentional self care, simplified skin care, and making aligned decisions in both business and motherhood.

We talk about why keeping self care simple is often the most powerful choice, especially when it comes to skin care and how using products where every ingredient serves a purpose can completely change how you show up...your image, your presence, and your confidence.

But this episode goes far beyond skin.

We also dive into doing the hard things, trusting your intuition, and making aligned choices that consistently open the right doors for you. We even share empowering stories from our labor experiences and how doing that really hard thing has given us so much confidence and belief in ourselves in all areas of life. ✨

This episode is for the woman who wants:

Simpler, more intentional self care that makes an impact
To make aligned business decisions she can stand behind
And to be reminded that doing the hard thing often leads to the most powerful growth.

If you've been craving permission to simplify, trust yourself, and move forward in alignment...this conversation is for you. 💛

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You Don't Have to Have it All Figured Out: Authenticity, Adaptability, & Mindset

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0600

You don't have to have it all figured out to have a successful business (or two)...and motherhood will make sure you learn that real quick.

In this first episode of The Mompreneur Collective, I'm having an honest conversation with fellow mompreneur Lauren Suire; owner of The Cajun Table in Lafayette,LA and owner of LA Hope Properties, about what it really takes to grow businesses while raising kids.

We talk about why adaptability is a must in entrepreneurship and how embracing the fact that not everything will go your way and choosing to stay positive anyway can actually create more success.

What we dive into:

Why both motherhood and entrepreneurship force you to adapt
How mindset & positivity impact long term success
How cultivating friendships is the key to not losing yourself in motherhood
How choosing to believe in your vision will take you far
How to organize your days so you can balance it all
The freedom that comes from embracing your authenticity instead of aiming for perfection

If you're a mom building a business and constantly wondering if you're "doing it right", this episode is your reminder that success doesnt come from having everything figured out. It comes from being willing to adjust, grow, and keep going.

Press play if you're craving real conversations, encouragement, and permission to evolve as both a mama and an entrepreneur.

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Trailer: Welcome to The Mompreneur Collective

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -0600

Welcome to The Mompreneur Collective, a podcast for moms who are building businesses while raising families and navigating the real life challenges that come with trying to balance both.

Hosted by Jamie Smith,ACC, Life & Business Coach, Entrepreneur, and Mom, this podcast features honest conversations with mompreneurs who share their entrepreneurial journeys, including the highs, the lows, and the messy middle.

These are real stories of motherhood, business growth, mindset shifts, and redefining success on your own terms.

Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a new business owner, or a mama who's deep in the trenches of growing her business, The Mompreneur Collective is here to inspire, inform, and remind you that you don't have to choose between your ambition and your family.

If you're looking for encouragement, real talk, and proof of what's possible for moms in business, you're in the right place.

Subscribe now and join the collective.

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