If you’ve been following me for a while, you’ll know that I’m big on Mindset. I believe it is the number one factor in determining success of an individual. As they say, “you are your own worst enemy”, this can definitely be true as we often set ourselves up for failure with the wrong mindset in place. You may be thinking that mindset is genetics - that some people are born with an optimistic, resilient mindset, while others are not. If you’ve ever thought that you are weak-willed, or pessimistic, or just generally find it hard to motivate yourself…this episode might come in handy! I will share 11 tips to help you create a stronger “success” mindset. These are small things we can do regularly, and anyone can implement them easily. Try out my advice for yourself and see the difference it makes!If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to tag me at @liannekimcoach on Instagram

Being an entrepreneur means you get to enjoy a flexible lifestyle, do what you love, and reap tremendous rewards at the same time. However, there’s also a tremendous amount of stress that comes with having to make tough decisions that can have huge implications on someone else’s life. Hiring, firing, giving negative feedback - that’s all a part of the job too, whether we enjoy it or not. As female entrepreneurs, it can be especially difficult to have these kinds of conversations, and we often struggle to be effective communicators during them. If you want to learn how to make the best decisions for your business, and communicate your decisions firmly and effectively, this episode is one you will find valuable. Kris shows us how to move through the discomfort and shares practical strategies that will help all of us become an effective leader. Tune in for the full conversation!Links Mentioned in this Episode: Kris’s website: https://krisplachy.com/Kris’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/krisplachycoach/

You wish you could consistently put in the effort towards a goal, but you find yourself struggling to stick with it. You want to apply the same consistency to all areas of your life, but finding it especially hard for certain goals (i.e. fitness and healthy eating). Today we talk about the importance of identifying with the habits and routines that you want to achieve, so that you can consistently perform those behaviors day in and day out, rather than only once in a while. It’s not the things that we do “once in a while” that will move the needle in our lives or in our businesses. Sometimes all it takes is a few minutes a day to see a big difference. As long as you commit to those small actions daily, you will get much closer to the change you want to see. It’s important to hold yourself accountable to these changes, but it can be hard to achieve if your goals are too challenging. In today’s podcast episode, I will share with you some of the small things I do to make it EASIER to stick to my goals. Links Mentioned in the Episode:Badass Habits: https://jensincero.com/shop/#product=product-habits-paperbackAtomic Habits: https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habitsThe Four Tendencies: https://gretchenrubin.com/books/the-four-tendencies/intro/Episode 79 of Lianne’s podcast, “The Business of Thinking Big”: https://www.liannekim.com/blog/79

Meet Tiana Fech, a course consultant and podcast host that has seen success snow-ball in her business. We think success happens overnight, but Tiana proves the power of taking small intentional actions over time. She proves that slow growth can be powerful and there's no need to rush it. In this episode she reflects on all the amazing things that’s happened in her life lately, and how she was able to grow her network and get connected to different people that support her business needs. She also talks about intentionally making the difficult choice between an amazing full-time job offer and focusing on her own business.  If you are someone who is just starting out on the business journey, perhaps you’ve only just got an idea, you’ll want to get connected with other entrepreneurs because that just might be the spark you need to help you build out your ideas! Tiana’s personal story is a good example of how you can gain momentum step-by-step, with the help of people around you. She’s a prime example of how opening your mind to new adventures, even before you’re ready, can lead you to new opportunities and ultimately help you achieve your goals. This episode is for you if: You want some ideas on leveraging your podcast to catapult your businessIf you are thinking of starting a podcast, but not sure what the benefits would beYou are interested in learning the benefits of joining a group coaching programWant to know how to best leverage your business community and get the support you need from other people You are curious HOW a coaching program can help you get the mental clarity, focus, and structure you need to help you grow your businessLinks mentioned: University of Calgary: https://www.ucalgary.ca/Jennifer Kapedani: https://www.jkcpa.ca/Love Powered Co: https://www.lovepoweredco.ca/Tiana's podcast, The Part Time Jungle: https://www.theparttimejungle.com/Tiana’s new consulting site: https://tianafech.com/Want to discover new strategies to take your business to new heights, with the help of an experienced business coach and supportive, knowledgeable women? Discover my 90-day coaching program, “A-Players”: https://www.mamasandco.com/coaching

It can be super helpful to learn from mentors, and see the “behind-the-scenes” of how they run their business. However, we don’t get many opportunities to get that insight from other business owners. That’s exactly what I am going to share with you today!I’m aware that many of us don't exactly have a business model. We sell different offers, but there is no real structure behind it. It is so important to learn how to create a business model that will serve you. Today I am going to use my own business as an example, and show you how we use all our offers to support each other. If you are a service-based entrepreneur and you’re wondering how to structure your offers in a way that will maximize your time and the value for your clients, you need to tune in to this episode. If you are a content creator or course creator, and you want to scale your business without burning out, you will benefit from the tips I share today.If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with your social media followers and fellow business owners. Tag @liannekim and @mamasandco so that my team and I can interact with your posts!Links Mentioned in This Episode: A-Players: https://www.mamasandco.com/coachingMamas & Co membership: https://www.mamasandco.comVIP Coaching: https://www.liannekim.com/vipcoaching

We get in our heads about things and it stops us from moving forward. We find ourselves lost in a sea of choices and often it results in NO choice, so we stay stuck. But I’ve brought a few of my A-Players here today to tell us about the big bold moves they are making every day and how it’s brought them incrementally more success. Meet the A-Players joining us today:Natalie Boese, a digital organization & lifestyle expert. Jessica Zuckier, digital marketing strategist & coachHollie Crome, holistic health and nutrition coachIn this episode, we are going to talk about:The difference between passively promoting yourself on social media and actively selling your business - and how the later WILL make a difference.Why you need to tune out the noise from your environment (i.e. others telling you what to do), and really hone in on what YOU want to do. Why you DON’T need to do all the things and follow all the new trends on social media, and how that can actually be a more effective strategy for your businessWhy you need to focus on and define YOUR unique strengths so that you can communicate it to your ideal clientsTune in for the full conversation!Links Mentioned in this Episode: Here’s how to connect with our A-Players: Hollie Crome: @hollicromehollistichealth on InstagramJessica Zuckier: Jessica Zuckieron LinkedInNatalie Boese: website: https://www.natmacconsulting.com/Want to discover how YOU can grow and scale your business, like these women? Find out more about my 90-day coaching “A-Players” program: https://www.mamasandco.com/coaching

We feel uncomfortable in front of the camera, it makes us want to cringe to stare into a screen and start talking, so we avoid video. BUT it can be a super powerful tool to grow your business if wielded correctly, and not all of these tips require you being in front of the camera all the time. The reality is more and more social media platforms are leaning towards video, so it's one of those things we need to start to embrace or we will get left behind. Your clients could be following and buying from you, but they can't see you because you're hiding so they're hiring your competitor who IS on video. Back in the day, video was very challenging for me, even though I was used to doing talks in front of hundreds of people in a room. I’ve gotten much more comfortable with it, and now my business uses video in a variety of ways. In my opinion, video is the fastest way to connect with your dream clients. I’ll talk about the 10 different ways we use video at Mamas & Co., and WHY each of those methods are important for growing your business. You can start with 1-2 of these strategies and go from there.#1: Video Use on Social Media#2: Facebook Lives#3: Webinars#4: Virtual Networking / Client Appreciation Events#5: Thank-You Page Video#6: Video Emails#7: Videos in your sales landing pages#8: After people have “booked a call” with you#9: The sales conversation#10: Video in personal messages / DMsI'll also include tips on filming a good video, and advise on which social media platforms are right for your business (as it’s tough to be on all of them when you’re just starting out).DM me on Instagram @liannekimcoach, I would love to hear what strategies work for you!Links Mentioned in the Episode:Episode #124: TikTok for Business with Samantha Vlasceanu (https://www.liannekim.com/blog/124) Episode #90: Youtube to grow your business (https://www.liannekim.com/blog/90) Mamas & Co. FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/384606555028599/ Want to learn how Lianne can help you strategically take your business to the next level? Book a discovery call: https://calendly.com/my-schedule-/discovery-call?month=2021-12 

This episode is PERFECT for the woman who finds herself managing a rapidly growing team and the struggles that go along with it. We get into business to help our clients, but often as our business expands, we are thrust into being a leader and growing a team without a manual on how to do it, so we have to feel our way through it. This honest and very authentic conversation will show you some of the pitfalls women face when it comes to being an "Accidental CEO", and how we can overcome them. Be sure to tune in if you struggle with any of the following: finding your voiceowning your role as CEOletting go of all the tasks that are no longer suited for youholding firm to your boundariesdelivering HONEST feedback to your teamfiring peopleLinks mentioned: Leah’s website: https://dynamichealthclinic.ca/

We usually talk more about the business side of being a “mompreneur” here in The Business of Thinking Big, but today I want to focus on the mom side of things. Being a mompreneur presents unique challenges, as we often feel like we have to “do it all”. Today I share my hacks on how I get more done while juggling both business and motherhood. You'll notice I talk a lot about the power of routine in our household and how I rely on the help of my partner to live the life we want. This is not about getting it all perfect, this is about helping you achieve your own version of success and these tips will help you do that. We do NOT need to choose between being a good mom and a good entrepreneur, but we have to embrace "good enough-ism".This highly unique episode will make you smile because I’m cooking AS I’m recording this episode! Something I’ve never done before, but thought I’d try because this is what being a mompreneur is all about - multitasking! Note: cooking sounds may make you feel hungry, so prepare some snacks to munch before you play this episode ;) Some of my mompreneur hacks: Keep your meals simple, and don’t try to constantly reinvent the wheel. I have 10 key meals, and cycle through them every week. My family hasn’t complained about this yet, and it saves me a lot of time. Cooking may be a stressful venture for most of you mamas listening in on this, and I totally understand why. If I had to make new meals every single day of the week, I would definitely be overwhelmed. That’s why I don’t. I only cook 4 days of the week, and my husband takes over on the weekends. Since my meals are relatively simple, it doesn’t take me too long, and I actually feel like it’s quite therapeutic! Take time to plan ahead. Sundays are my planning days. Planning for meals ahead, planning my “date nights”, and any other key events in the coming week. Be sure to tune in for my full list of Mompreneur Hacks!If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to tag me at @liannekimcoach on Instagram with a photo (perhaps of YOU multitasking successfully?)

We feel we have to do it alone, but we get so much further, faster and more joyfully by letting people in. We are scared to invest in ourselves, because what if it doesn't pay off. But we need help to grow and it is worth investing in it. Today I’ve invited Katherine Earl, winner of the 2021 Mamapreneur Fund Grand Prize, to speak on how she hired women to help her grow from within our community and how her application for Mamapreneur Fund got accepted. This would be a great episode for those of you who want to learn how to stand out when applying for business funding as we will share tips on that as well. Her business, just over a year old, is called “My Life Creative”. Her brand creates mindset tools to help kids build their self-esteem, creativity, and self-love. Katherine shares some of the ways her business has grown since the beginning, and the ways she’s been leveraging our community, Mamas & Co., as well as other experts to support her in building her business. She recalls some of the important lessons she’s learned from the various “boss moves” she’s made, despite all the fear she had to overcome to make those tough decisions. She tells us about the tremendous amount of knowledge and confidence she’s gained since joining our community, such as being able to pitch her business to the media.Links Mentioned in this Episode: Katherine’s website: https://www.mylifecreative.com/If you're interested in seeing what Mamas & Co. is all about, why not join our upcoming 5-day Trial (Mamapreneur Week) so you can go for a FREE test drive in our community: https://www.mamasandco.com/trial 

Today’s episode is all about giving you the tangible tools to help you prime for the year coming up. I invite you to envision how you want your 2022 to be different from your 2021. We are going to go over some clarifying questions together to help you turn your vision into reality. What habits are not actually helping you reach your goals, and what can you do differently?Where do you need to implement a mindset shift? What choices could you make right now to lead you to your dream reality?What habits can you start implementing right now? What are some of the ways to reach your goals easier and more joyfully?Who do you need to connect with or surround yourself with?What do you need to let go of?I am offering you a limited chance to book a call with me. Let’s do it together, I want to help you make some powerful changes and mindset shifts so that you can create your most successful and fulfilling 2022.Links Mentioned in this Episode:Ep. 161: Your 2021 business audit (www.liannkim.com/blog/161)Ep. 79: My Top 10 High-Vibe Habits (www.liannkim.com/blog/79)Ep. 143: Work smarter, not harder (www.liannkim.com/blog/143)Ep. 43: Up-level your community (www.liannekim.com/blog/43) Ep. 22: Letting go to grow (www.liannkim.com/blog/22)Book a discovery call with me: https://calendly.com/my-schedule-/discovery-call?back=1&month=2021-11 

Today’s episode will be similar to what I do with my paid clients in our coaching calls. I am going to do an exercise with you, which will allow you to take a “health check” on 10 areas of your business and get immense clarity into how your business is doing! Better yet, it won’t take more than 20 minutes of your time. At the end of this episode, I am also going to share with you 10 resources to get you started on improving the different areas I talked about in this episode. Here are some of the aspects of your business I want you to reflect on, and decide how happy you are with them:Your visionYou customersYour schedule (working hours)Your systems (how streamlined is your business)Your enjoyment!I want you to thoughtfully complete this exercise with me, and be honest to yourself. How many areas are you completely satisfied with? How many areas do you need to work on? Be sure to stay until the end for a list of resources that will help you improve upon the weaknesses you’ve identified. If you’re ready to get into it, find a nice and quiet place all to yourself, and get your pen and notepad ready to take some notes! Links Mentioned in this Episode:Ep. 127: Designing a dream business (www.liannkim.com/blog/127)Ep. 122: Joyful clients (www.liannkim.com/blog/122)Ep. 20: Is it time to build a team? (www.liannkim.com/blog/20)Ep. 91: 6 pillars of leadership (www.liannkim.com/blog/91)Ep. 61: how I structure my week (www.liannkim.com/blog/61)Ep. 125: streamlining your business (www.liannkim.com/blog/125)Ep. 113: how to generate quality leads (www.liannkim.com/blog/113)Ep. 88: reflecting on growth (www.liannkim.com/blog/88)Ep. 4: simple money habits (www.liannkim.com/blog/4)Ep. 17: 3 keys to selling with confidence (www.liannkim.com/blog/17)Ep. 95: love what you do (www.liannkim.com/blog/95)

Today I’m joined by Elaine Timms, one of the beloved members of our community, current Mama Mentor and previous A-Player. Elaine runs a pinterest management and strategy agency called Elaine Timms Creative, with the goal of helping female entrepreneurs grow their business through the power of Pinterest Marketing. I’ve invited her here today to share the ins and outs of Pinterest, including how you can leverage it for your business. Tune in as Elaine explains:How Pinterest is different from other social media platforms The different ways consumers (i.e. your potential customers) use Pinterest, and how you can tap into that knowledge to get more exposure for your businessThe advantages of using Pinterest for smaller businesses and brands with lower budgetsThe different “pin styles” and how to develop your own keyword strategies to build your audienceYou might think Pinterest is only used for discovering recipes or DIY projects, and you’ve probably never thought about using it to market your business. Today’s podcast episode will surprise you with the depth of knowledge required to operate Pinterest successfully, and hopefully you’ll discover it as a useful tool to grow your business!Links Mentioned in this Episode:Elaine’s website: www.elainetimms.com, which includes a free Pinterest strategy guide, ready for download. Be sure to check out her NEW course: Pin Plan Pro. 

Taking “Boss Moves” means taking BIG, BOLD action that will really help you move the needle in your business. Throughout this past year, I made some BIG “boss moves” and pushed myself out of my comfort zone. Stay tuned until the end because I’m going to help you identify the areas YOU can start making bigger boss moves.Thinking back to when I wrote my book at the end of last year, I had to make a million decisions and I had to make my first big “boss” decisions in order to avoid decision fatigue. The next “big boss move” of this year was hiring on an OBM (Online Business Manager) and a full-time Marketing Manager. In this episode, I’ll be sharing with you all the ways that these big decisions not only helped my business grow but also allowed me to stay in my zone of genius, and do more of what I LOVE and that lights me up (something you know I always strive for)! I know it’s scary to take these leaps of faith, mama. Trust me, I’ve been through that fear. But I am here to talk to you about the amazing things that can come from stepping above that fear, and the greater things you can accomplish when you are willing to put on your “big girl pants”!Tag me on Instagram @liannekimcoach and use the hashtag #bossmove2021. I want to see what boss moves YOU are taking to get to that next level!

Today I’ve invited one of our valued Mama Mentors, Shayna Beeksma, award-winning lawyer and founder of Beeksma Law. Today we will be talking about a very important topic: how to protect you and your business when it comes to legal contracts. Shayna has worked with countless small businesses, and she also knows the struggles mompreneurs face, being a mom of 3 herself. She reminds us that it’s just as important to take care of our “business baby” as it is to take care of our family. As women and mothers in business, we may be more vulnerable to legal challenges, so it’s important to educate ourselves first and take the necessary precautions to prevent problems in the future. Today’s podcast will go over: The 3 top legal agreements small business owners need to have in place and whyWhat kind of employment contract you need, and what you need to include in the contract in order to protect yourself and your business after your employee leavesWhat terms you need to include in your contract with your clientsWhat contracts you need to protect your family if something happens to youHow to find a good business lawyer who knows their stuff and can protect you wellWe’re also going to hear about her experience with running a business, what she’s learned, and how she has successfully scaled her business.Links Mentioned in this Episode:Learn more about Shayna: IG and FB: @BeeksmaLawWebsite: www.Beeksmalaw.ca (to book a call for an initial consultation)

I truly believe that our bodies and our minds are the top asset we own. This is especially true for business owners, as I’m sure those of you listening can relate.   Me, my husband, and my two children have not been sick ONCE in the last two years - I think that’s a pretty amazing feat, especially considering the viruses going around lately. So today I’m going to share with you just HOW I managed to keep myself and my family illness-free for so long.  Today’s episode is for those of you who want to be healthier, fitter, and just an overall better version of YOU. I’m going to share the details of:  My diet, including supplements My fitness routine, and what I’ve found works best with my busy schedule My health philosophy The transformation my body has experienced after paying more attention to my diet & exercise routine My evening routine and the techniques I use to ensure I get more than 7 hours of sleep a night  How I’ve successfully set up a routine to ensure that I can consistently get away from my business and take time for myself How I deal with seasonal depression, and keep myself perky during the colder months  And more…!   Links Mentioned in this Episode:  Shawn Achor: The Happiness Advantage (​​https://www.amazon.com/Happiness-Advantage-Principles-Psychology-Performance/dp/0307591549)   

Today I’ve invited a few of our A-Players, inspiring women who are in the midst of launching their group programs with the goal of scaling their businesses. Who have: Tara Grotto, a parent educator, who has built a digital course to help parents take away some of the overwhelm of helping their kids build essential life skills.  Karen Choi, who’s launching a coaching program for moms to ditch the guilt and put yourself first for a change.  Melanie Ziltener, who’s launching a digital program to help business owners with their content and copywriting.   We talk through the different ways my A-Players group coaching program has helped them with launching their respective programs, including:  The different mental roadblocks that they had to overcome before they were able to build their programs.  What they learned about their customers  How to re-define their messaging so that it reaches their dream clients How my program contributes to the “bigger picture” of their business, and helping them build the lifestyle they want  Make sure you stay until the end, because my A-Players are going to share their top tips for business women who are launching a new program!   Links Mentioned in this Episode:  Learn more about the A-Players (Rapid Impact) Program and book your enrolment call: https://www.mamasandco.com/coaching  Find my guests on Instagram:  Melanie: @melthewordnerd Karen: @karenchoi.co Tara: @raisingresilientchildren 

You’ve probably heard about my A-Players program, and maybe you’re already considering joining it already, maybe not yet. This episode will help you in deciding whether or not to make this investment, as I clarify: Why my A-Players program is set up the way it is, and why that produces optimal results The important questions you need to ask yourself before deciding to start this program What goals you need to create before stepping into the program, so that you can measure the success of this program for you What kind of people will get the most out of this program What kind of peers you can expect to be surrounded by in this program  I hope the questions I ask you during today’s podcast, and your answers to them, will help you gain clarity into whether this program is right for you or not.   I hope that you can decide to join me and other like-minded women in my 90-day program, and find personal growth, new relationships, and financial successes as part of it. To book your enrollment call, visit my website (link below).  Links Mentioned in this Episode:  Learn more about the A-Players (Rapid Impact) Program and book your enrolment call: https://www.mamasandco.com/coaching  Lianne’s Instagram account: @liannekimcoach (DM for any further questions)

Today we’ve invited one of our valuable A-Players and recently-turned Mama Mentor, Meaghan Beames, who is celebrating her one year anniversary working with me.   Meaghan is a craniosacral therapist who works with mothers and their children who struggle with various health symptoms including colic and reflux.   Meaghan started with Mamas & Co. back in February 2020, and struggled with a business loss and a pregnancy loss around the same time, as the world descended into the pandemic. Her losses were devastating to her, but she bounced back.   In today’s episode, she shares with us her remarkable transition and how: Mamas & Co. became her safety net during those tough times She achieved her FIRST hire with the help of our 90 day A-Players coaching program, a move that propelled her business into the next step. She got over her “imposter syndrome” to step into thought leadership She gained confidence in her own skills, and realized the value she provides in her niche  Links Mentioned in this Episode:  Learn more about the A-Players (Rapid Impact) Program and book your enrolment call: https://www.mamasandco.com/coaching  Meaghan’s links:  Instagram: @beamescst Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beamescst/ Website: https://beamescst.com/ 

As a business owner, I’m sure you’re used to the roller-coaster of emotions that comes with the work. It’s not always rainbows and unicorns, but having a strong mindset is KEY to running a successful business. That’s why I’m going to share with you some of my “Success Mantras” that get me through those periods of dejection, and help me regain the fighting spirit to dive back into my business. Some of the things I love to tell myself is that:“I am exactly where I need to be, at this moment.” This serves as a reminder to not compare with others, and stay focused on my own path. “I am not for everybody.” This is a reminder that it’s ok to get rejected sometimes, because not everyone will like me, and not everyone will appreciate my services.“What I want also wants me.” This ties in nicely with the previous mantra, and keeps me in a positive mindset where I am attracting people and things at the same frequency as me, and I'm setting myself up to receive what I want. ...and more, in the episode!Links Mentioned in this Episode:Visit www.mamasandco.com to learn more about our Mamapreneur community, and how it might serve YOU and your business. 

Today I’m joined by our current Mama Mentors, a group of very kickass and knowledgeable women in our community. They’ve been running their businesses for a while now, and have collected some valuable know-how to juggling entrepreneurship with motherhood. I’ve asked them to think back on their business journey, and share with us some of the top advice they wish they had known back in the day. Our Mama Mentors span across different industries, including digital marketing, naturopathy, music, and more.Some of the advice they share today include: Knowing when and how to utilize help, so you don’t struggle on your own and burn outRemembering that your business is there to serve you: give you a better lifestyle and enrich your life. Don’t compare yourself to other entrepreneurs: each business is different, and we’re all at different stages. The importance of mindset..and more! Links Mentioned in this Episode:Not a member yet? You can get more advice from our Mama Mentors, become a part of your own Accountability Groups, and more with our membership. Learn more about the Mamas & Co. community, and how to join at: www.mamasandco.com/joinLearn more about MamaCon (www.mamasandco.com/mamacon), our biggest mompreneur conference of the year. Use POD20 to get 20$ OFF your MamaCon ticket.

I know being a business owner can feel a lot like you’re juggling everything, all at once. You feel like you have to do everything yourself - from marketing to accounting. Business finances are important, but they can feel overwhelming. So that’s why today I have invited Ivonne, a Small Business Development Manager at Scotiabank, to give us some tips on how to make our business thrive along with its finances. Ivonne’s role involves working with small business owners and getting them in front of the right partners for their business needs.Today we’ll answer some of your questions on business banking, including: Should I keep my business bank account separate from my personal account? And what are the benefits of doing so?What is important to look for when choosing a bank for my business?Some of the common mistakes to avoid doing when setting up a business account.How to leverage funding to scale your business...and more! Links Mentioned in this Episode:Find out more about the Scotiabank women initiative: Scotiabankwomeninitiative.comLearn more about MamaCon (www.mamasandco.com/mamacon), our biggest mompreneur conference of the year. FYI, Ivonne will be there as well, as a resource for your business finances. Use POD20 to get 20$ OFF your MamaCon ticket.

Hi mama! Not a lot of business coaches and entrepreneurs will reveal what goes behind the scenes in their business, but that is EXACTLY what I am gonna do for you today. I am going to pull back the curtains, and share with you what we did, specifically, to get to our best revenue generating month ever! I am going to share with you my strategy for using my lower-revenue months to prepare for higher-activity months. I will also speak to mindset and how to have courage to prospect to people, even if you aren’t sure if people will be interested in you and your services. I’m also going to talk about planning your sales conversations in advance, and following up with your leads.Additionally, I am going to share with you why it’s important to “plant the seeds” with people and businesses around you, so that you can reap the rewards down the road. Links Mentioned in this Episode:Instagram: @liannekimcoach (shoot me a DM if this episode resonated with you!)Learn more about MamaCon (www.mamasandco.com/mamacon), our biggest mompreneur conference of the year. Use POD20 to get 20$ OFF your MamaCon ticket.

Joining me today is the one-and-only VIVIAN KAYE! If you haven’t heard of her already, she is the successful CEO & founder of KinkyCurlyYaki, a premium textured hair extension brand for Black women that she bootstrapped to over $6 million in revenue. She’s also a business empowerment expert, TV personality, podcast host and all-around DOPE lady! You don’t want to miss out on Vivian’s story, as she shares how she started her first business 16 years ago, as a side-hustle, and transformed herself and her current business into what it is today. Her story is going to be very relatable to all you mamapreneurs out there, because she’s juggled parenthood with her business. She’s a badass and she knows how to “toot her own horn”, and she knows she is deserving of it! Links Mentioned in this Episode:Meet Vivian Kaye IN-PERSON at MamaCon 2021 - GET YOUR TICKETS NOW: www.mamasandco.com/mamaconYour exclusive Podcast listener promo code to get $20 off MamaCon ticket prices: POD20 Vivian’s Instagram: www.instagram.com/itsviviankayeHer Black hair care products: www.kinkycurlyyaki.comHer Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrwCtlMJR_8uz4-6dUVNP1AHer Tik Tok channel: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsviviankaye?

Today I’m joined by Amy McLaren, mother of two, philanthropist and entrepreneur (founder of Village Impact and Lady Strength), author, and soon-to-be speaker at MamaCon 2021! Village Impact is a Canadian charity which is focused on building schools for children in Africa.For those of you who are interested in starting a charity or a similar business, this podcast will be an interesting story, as Amy shares:Where she startedHow she started and grew her charitable ventureHow she narrowed down her “core” messageWhat were some of the roadblocks she encountered along the wayHer tips of how she balances her businesses with family as a mompreneurHow it’s like living with another entrepreneur in the houseHer parenting tips on financial education with her kidsWhy she wrote her book, and what it’s all aboutLinks Mentioned in this Episode:MamaCon 2021 - GET YOUR TICKETS NOW: www.mamasandco.com/mamaconVillage Impact Website: https://villageimpact.com/Lady Strength Website: https://ladystrength.com/Amy’s book: passion to purpose (https://amymclaren.com/passion-to-purpose-book/)Amy’s Instagram: @amydowmclaren

This episode is for those of you who have been sitting on those BIG, bold dreams of yours, whether it’s: Publishing a bookTurning your side hustle into a full-time gigStarting your own businessStarting your own podcastAre you struggling with imposter syndrome? Are you afraid to start something that seems “too big, and way too daunting”? It’s scary sh**, mama. I feel you. It’s hard to be the “pioneer”, and to go way out of your comfort zone, doing something that no one around you is doing. This episode is for those of you who are tired of being stuck wanting more, and are ready to start “playing big”. I am going to give you THREE pointers that will help you get to the next level, and start playing a bigger game. Do you have your pen and paper ready? Links Mentioned in this Episode:Ready to join other mamapreneurs at MamaCon? Visit www.mamasandco.com/mamacon today to get your tickets! Lianne Kim Instagram: @liannekimcoach

Meet Laura Engen, owner and designer at Laura Engen Interior Design, a full-service residential interior design studio based in the Twin Cities, serving clients in Minnesota and beyond. When I first met Laura, she was struggling with overwhelm - taking on too many clients, and feeling lost and unsure of where she needed to take her business. Fast forward to today, she has a clear picture of what she wants, and how to lessen the load on herself by utilizing the resources at her disposal. Does that sound like something YOU ARE dealing with right now?Are you having trouble rejecting clients, taking on too many projects at the same time? Are you sacrificing your personal needs, and personal time in order to satisfy your clients?Do you feel like you’re not reaching the right audience, or perhaps working with clients who aren’t satisfied with your services?In today’s episode, Laura and I are going to go over:How to charge your clients appropriately, so that they feel the value you provideHow to nail down the services you’re offering, so that you are making the best use of your time How to shift your marketing messaging so that you’re attracting the RIGHT clientsHow to make your clients respect and follow YOUR processes, instead of always bending over backwards to meet their needs. Links Mentioned in this Episode:Laura Engen’s website: www.lauraengen.comLaura Engen’s Instagram: @lauraengenID

Have you been burning yourself out, trying to create new content for your social media day-in, day-out? Are you feeling like you simply don’t have the time or resources (or knowledge) to create an effective social media strategy? How do you even know if your social media strategy is actually working? I have collected some interesting insights over my 6+ years of running my own social media, and getting support from digital marketing professionals on my business. I have learned how to create a sustainable social media strategy that doesn’t involve me having to constantly churn out new content, and I’m going to share my tips and tricks on how YOU can too! In today’s episode, I’m going to go over: How to tell if your social media strategy is workingWhy you don’t need to constantly create new content How to leverage video in your social media strategyHow to use the “80/20” rule in your social media strategy...and MUCH more..! Links Mentioned in this Episode:Mamas & Co. Instagram: www.instagram.com/mamasandcoLianne Kim Instagram: www.instagram.com/liannekimcoachMamas & Co. LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/company/mamas-&-co.Lianne Kim Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ca/liannekimcoach/_created/Visit Mamas & Co., (www.mamasandco.com) a community for mamapreneurs with resources, training, and support to grow your business.

Today we’re joined by a special guest, Allyson Scammell, a fellow mamapreneur and podcast host. It took her a while to start seeing real success with her business, but she persevered and followed her intuition to find her JOY in business. We have a really interesting chat over our different intuition styles, and how intuition connects to joy, and FLOW. If you are someone who always lives in your head, and feels guilty about not getting more done, you need to hear this podcast. Allyson offers her 5-step technique to finding the connection with your intuition. When you DO, you may find things come much easier and flow much more freely than they are now.  Links Mentioned in this Episode:Allyson Scammell’s podcast, Soul Guide Radio. (https://allysonscammell.com/podcast/)Visit Mamas & Co (https://www.mamasandco.com/), a community for mamapreneurs with resources, training, and support to grow your business.

Hey Mama, do you feel like you’re constantly working on your business, to the point where it feels like it’s starting to take over your personal life? At the same time, you’re not even sure if you can say with 100% certainty that everything you need to get done IS DONE? I have spoken with so many women who are in the same boat as you. You’re definitely NOT alone! So how do I do it, you ask? Well, you may be surprised to hear that it’s often as simple as structuring your time well…and sticking to your schedule (which may not be as easy). Let’s dive deeper into it, shall we? FYI, if you want even MORE tips & strategies on worker smarter, and doing more with your time, you NEED to check out our 90-day A-players coaching program (www.mamasandco.com/coaching). Links Mentioned in This Episode:The Business of Thinking Big podcast, Episode #61: How I structure my week (https://www.liannekim.com/blog/61) Interested in joining our online community with access to weekly coaching, best-in-class business training, and networking opportunities? Visit Mamas & Co. (www.mamasandco.com)Building a Joyful Business by Lianne Kim (www.liannekim.com/book)

Today we sit with four of our amazing A-Players: Jane, Fran, Alex, and Victoria, as they share with us their authentic personal journeys with overwhelm (and how they learned to deal with it). These women are kick-ass mamapreneurs, but they also had their fair share of struggle in the early days. It’s no exaggeration to say that juggling motherhood with business (and personal life) is a tough act. Especially if you don’t have someone (or many someones, like the ladies in this community) to help you navigate all those challenges! These women were lost and overwhelmed when they came to my A-Players program the first time. Through our 90-day program, I showed them how to work through all the overwhelm step-by-step, helping them focus in on the goals that really matter, and break through the clutter. Links Mentioned in This Episode:Mamas & Co. (www.mamasandco.com), your online community of passionate mama entrepreneurs.Learn more about our A-Players coaching program (https://www.mamasandco.com/coaching)Guest Instagram handles: Jane Pilskalnietis - @janepilskalnietis Alex Leech - @alexleechsparkachangeVictoria Schwarzl - @afterallphotoFran Murray - @franmurray.co

I was extremely nervous when I first paid the BIG bucks for my first business coach. It was one of my biggest investments at the time, and if I’m going to be honest, it was terrifying simply because I didn’t know if I was going to get results from it. “What if I was just wasting my money??” I’m sure you’ve all been there (or you are thinking of making the leap of faith but have yet to find the courage to do so). We tell ourselves that we don’t yet deserve to make such an investment, because we are not at that “LEVEL” yet (and I put this in air quotes because who really defines that?!). Let me tell you why YOU deserve to make that investment for yourself (regardless of what “level” your business is at), and how to MAKE SURE you get the ROI on your coaching experience. Links Mentioned in This Episode:The Business of Thinking Big Podcast Episode #33: Is it Time to Hire a Coach? (www.liannekim.com/blog/33)Learn more about our A-players Coaching Program (www.mamasandco.com/coaching).Interested in joining our online community with access to weekly coaching, best-in-class business training, and networking opportunities? Visit Mamas & Co. (www.mamasandco.com)

Today we’re speaking with Gina Guiterrez, founder and designer of “Gina Rachelle Design”, an interior design firm with the mission of designing residential homes in a way that brings joy to everyone involved in the process. She speaks to career changes, overcoming major health issues, and scaling her business to successfully cope with all the changes in her life. Learn how Gina learned to balance her life and her business by: >Carving out time for herself>Relying on her team more>Setting boundaries>…and more!Podcast Quote: “I learned how to limit my projects and go for my DREAM clients instead.” – Gina Guiterrez Links Mentioned in This Episode:Visit the Gina Rachelle Design Website (https://ginarachelledesign.com/) Join Mamas & Co (https://www.mamasandco.com/) and get more resources, training, and support to grow your business.

Do you ever feel like you’re not spending enough time on the things that actually generate REVENUE for your business? Today I’m sharing another A-Players session, where we identified “revenue generating activity”, and where to put your time and energy so that you see the biggest difference towards your bottom line!In this podcast I’m giving you 10 “money making moves” that will get YOUR business generating more income, if you put in the time to doing them! Links Mentioned in this Episode:For more podcasts, visit Lianne Kim’s blog (www.liannekim.com/blog/)Join Mamas & Co (https://www.mamasandco.com/) and get more resources, training, and support to grow your business.

Today’s podcast is a recording from my A-Players session with a guest coach, Miriam Schulman, who’s an artist, business coach, mom AND podcast host. Miriam shares how she transitioned from a finance background to doing what she loves – art – and how she made (more) money doing it!We talk about how to find the right price to market your products/services at, and how you can break the “limits” you place on YOUR OWN earning potential! Podcast quote: “Be careful of the stories we tell ourselves. Our brains perceive them as reasons (why it can’t work).“ – Miriam Schulman.Links Mentioned in This Episode:The Inspiration Place podcast, hosted by Miriam SchulmanEpisode #145: Decision Drama (https://www.schulmanart.com/2021/06/145-decision-drama/)Follow Miriam Schulman (Schulman Art) on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/schulmanart/)Visit the Schulman Art Website: (https://www.schulmanart.com/resources/)Interested in joining our online community with access to weekly coaching, best-in-class business training, and networking opportunities? Visit Mamas & Co. (www.mamasandco.com) to learn more about membership.

Grab a cup of tea (or coffee), today’s talk is going CHOCK FULL of fun personal anecdotes. Let me take you back to my childhood, where I FIRST discovered my penchant for leading and entrepreneurship…it all started with my mom offering to pay me for my chores! My mom started me on the path to making my own money, and I’ve passed on the same principles to my own children, to teach them the importance of accountability. I was only 9 years old when I knew I wanted to start making more money for myself. Maybe this episode will teach you how to recognize the signs of a budding entrepreneur in YOUR family, too! Episode Quote: “I often found problems people had, and then I would invent a solution, and make money from that.” – Lianne KimTag me on Instagram (@mamasandco) or Facebook (www.facebook.com/mamasandco) and tell me YOUR “How I got here” story. Would LOVE to hear it!!Links Mentioned in This Episode:The Business of Thinking Big Podcast Episode #115: How I quit my 9 to 5 (https://www.liannekim.com/blog/115)Interested in joining our online community with access to weekly coaching, best-in-class business training, and networking opportunities? Visit Mamas & Co. (https://www.mamasandco.com) to learn more about membership.

Sharing a coaching call with MY coach, marketing strategist Ron Reich, who has worked with other famous names like Denise Duffield Thomas and Todd Herman. In this podcast, Ron shares with us his advice for marketing more successfully and addresses some of the key mistakes small business owners make when it comes to marketing. Episode Quote: “Regardless of what you sell, you are in the business of SELLING. Spend the time on Marketing.” – Ron ReichLinks Mentioned in This Episode:The Trick: Why Some People Can Make Money and Other People Can't (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1526619873/ref=x_gr_w_bb_sout?ie=UTF8&tag=x_gr_w_bb_sout-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1526619873&SubscriptionId=1MGPYB6YW3HWK55XCGG2) by William Leith Follow Ron Reich on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/heroicprofits/) Interested in joining our online community with access to weekly coaching, best-in-class business training, and networking opportunities? Visit Mamas & Co. (https://www.mamasandco.com) to learn more about membership.

This episode marks the third annual episode of the best business books I’ve come across!Every summer, I like to create a list of my favourite books to give you an idea of what I’ve been reading this year. Lots of mamapreneurs have a little bit more downtime around now, so it’s the perfect time to crack open a book. Even better if it’ll help your business!I realized, as I was preparing to record this show, this is the first time I could include myself on a list like this! Wow! I’m so glad you’re here to celebrate this win with me. And to celebrate, I’m giving you a discount on my own book, Building A Joyful Business! Click on the link below and use promo code BIZBOOK for 20% off. Tag me on Insta: @liannekimcoach!Happy reading!Links Mentioned in This Episode:Building A Joyful Business by Lianne Kim (www.liannekim.com/book) Companion workbook + Bonus Chapter (www.liannekim.com/bonus) Use Promo Code BIZBOOK for 20% off!The Business of Thinking Big PodcastEpisode 28: My Top 10 Favourite Business Books https://www.liannekim.com/blog/28 Episode 83: My Favourite Business Books Part 2 https://www.liannekim.com/blog/83 The Buddha and the Badass: The Spiritual Art of Succeeding at Work by Vishen Lakhiani https://www.amazon.ca/Buddha-Badass-Secret-Spiritual-Succeeding/dp/1984823396 Traffic Secrets: The Underground Playbook for Filling Your Websites and Funnels with Your Dream Customers by Russell Brunsonhttps://www.amazon.ca/Traffic-Secrets-Russell-Brunson/dp/1401957900Disrupt-Her: A Manifesto for the Modern Woman by Miki Agrawalhttps://www.disrupther.co/Atomic Habits: Tiny Changes, Remarkable Results by James Clearhttps://jamesclear.com/atomic-habits We Should All Be Millionaires: A Women’s Guide to Earning More, Building Wealth, and Gaining Economic Power by Rachel Rodgershttps://www.amazon.ca/We-Should-All-Be-Millionaires/dp/1400221625 The Vision Driven Leader by Michael Hyatthttps://visiondrivenleader.com/Chillpreneur by Denise Duffield-Thomashttps://www.chillpreneur.com/Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeownhttps://gregmckeown.com/books/essentialism/The Abundance Project by Derek Rydallhttps://www.theabundanceprojectbook.com/Building A Joyful Business by Lianne Kimhttps://www.liannekim.com/book 

Over the past few years, I’ve learned a lot about how to structure my days, weeks, months, and even years in a way that benefits my business the most. One of the hardest lessons to learn was how to step away for a moment and give myself some space!If you’ve been listening to the podcast for a while, you’ve heard me talk about CEO time before. Today, I want to spend some more time focusing on why it’s important, and how to use it.Overall, if you take anything away from today’s episode, it’s this: schedule time for yourself! Far from taking time away from your business, you’ll find that spending this time away from the day-to-day nitty gritty of the business gets you closer to your goals than ever. Links Mentioned in this Episode: Building A Joyful Business by Lianne Kim https://www.liannekim.com/book

Today, I’m sitting down with Nathalie Amlani, Brand Strategist and Photographer. Some of you might remember Nathalie from the early days of this podcast! She was one of my first coaching clients, and one of the first guests I ever invited to speak here. Since then, she’s gone from hours of practicing swaddling newborns to a successful thought leader in the realm of branding strategy. She’s extended her offerings, created multiple streams of revenue, and become the go-to expert for brands looking to create memorable, creative branding. Join us for a chat about how to ask for help, creating your network, and how to stand out in your industry!Links Mentioned in This EpisodeThe Business of Thinking BigEpisode 115 – How I Quit My 9 to 5 (www.liannekim.com/blog/115)Nathalie Amlani@pictonatbrandingcreative (https://www.instagram.com/pictonatbrandingcreative/?hl=en) www.pictonat.com (https://pictonat.com/ )

This week, I’m sitting down with Jennifer Hazan, Mamas & Co. member and founder of Cam & Leo’s Emotion School.Jenny started with the Mamas & Co. community with just an idea and the drive to get it done. 6 months on, she’s created a rock-solid business plan, trademarked everything she needs, and is beginning testing. How is she moving so fast?In Jenny’s words – learn as you go! Since becoming a Mama’s & Co. member, Jenny has been taking advantage of all of the resources available to her to get moving on her mission. So many of us have great ideas! Too often, we get stuck in an endless cycle of seeing how much more we have to learn and feeling the need to know everything before we can get started. Instead, Jenny decided to learn, implement, learn more, implement again, and keep the ball rolling. Links Mentioned in This Episode The Emotion School https://www.emotionschool.org

Most of the mamas who come to me for coaching either have specific goals in mind, or we make them together. Big goals are great, but the ones that have the most impact are ones that measure the gradual progress of the business. How do we continue progressing?  Through accountability. Sometimes, accountability can sound like a buzzword that doesn’t mean much. Today, I want to talk to you about how much accountability matters, and how learning strategies to keep yourself accountable are going to have a huge impact on your business. We’ll talk about the four Tendencies that people fall under in dealing with accountability, and how understanding your own Tendency can help you in finding those strategies. I’ll also give you three more ideas on how to maintain accountability in your business and your life.  Links Mentioned in This Episode:The Four Tendencies https://gretchenrubin.com/books/the-four-tendencies/intro/ by Gretchen RubinTake the quiz to find out your Tendency here https://quiz.gretchenrubin.com/Interested in joining the Accountability Group with Mamas & Co.? Try a free 7-day trial of the community here https://www.mamasandco.com/trial

Listen in this week as I chat with a few of the wonderful women from the Spring A-Players session about how to package and price your offers!I sit down with Jama, Susanne, Rachel, and Dimple as we go over how we strategize packages and pricing in our A-Players meetings. So often, it’s easy to fall into the trap of trying to create packages that appeal to everyone. We want to be everything to everyone! If you’re a regular listener to this podcast, you know that I talk about dream clients a lot – and that’s exactly how we solve this problem.We talk about facing imposter syndrome, designing packages for dream clients, and how to own the price!Links Mentioned in This Episode: Interested in A-Players? Book a call with me at https://www.mamasandco.com/coaching to see if it’s right for you!

The cheerleaders in our lives are so special! From the past year, we know how important it is to have people you can depend on around you. On this week’s podcast episode, I want to talk about how we can use that same type of support in business. You’ll see – having some business besties is something you can’t do without!I’ll teach you where to find your business buddies, and run down the top 10 ways having that kind of support is going to help you, and your business!Links Mentioned in This Episode: Thinking of joining us for A-players? Head to https://www.mamasandco.com/coaching  to book a call with me!

On this week’s episode, I chat with Nicole de Larzac, product business coach extraordinaire! With over 20 years of marketing and consulting experience, Nicole has a wealth of information to share on getting your business where you want it to be. She’s who you want in your corner when you’re launching or scaling your product-based business!Over the last year, trends in online shopping have changed dramatically - the pandemic has caused shifts in what customers want. Did you know that over 80% of people would pay more to support a small business?We’ll be chatting about all things product-based business, how to gain your customer’s trust, get them to take the next step with you, and mistakes to avoid!Links Mentioned in This Episode: Connect with Nicole on her website https://nicoledelarzac.com/ And listen to her podcast https://nicoledelarzac.com/podcast/Check out Mumdies here https://ifundwomen.com/projects/mumdies-maternity-underwear 

This week, I’ll be sharing a talk I did at Mamacon 2020 with you. It’s great listen for you if you’ve been feeling like something – in your life, in your business – needs a change. We’re going to do some exercises together to create a plan for what you want to become reality. We’re talking what you need from your customers, how to focus in on your money goals, and creating your team. Your life doesn’t happen by accident! You need to work on intentionally creating your life to be the way you want it to look. And believe me – you’ll feel the difference between running your business, and letting your business run you! 

How do we deal with rejection? When you’re selling someone else’s product, it doesn’t seem so bad to hear a “no”. It’s a different story when it’s your own product or service – it feels like they’re saying “no” to you, personally!If you take away one thing from this week’s episode, it would be this: a “no” is not a “no” to you. There’s no way for you to know what is going on in someone’s decision to not move forward with you on a sales call! With more practice, you’ll teach yourself how to detach from the need for that external validation, whatever form it takes. This week, I want to talk about how that rejection usually means you’re going in the right direction. You’re not meant to work with everyone. You shouldn’t even want to! Your dream clients are going to see the value in your work. It’s certainly not easy, but hearing “no” doesn’t mean that you’re doing anything wrong. As you grow through the process, you’ll find that the “no” is make room for the “Yes!”Links Mentioned in This Episode: Connect with Lianne on Instagram ( https://www.instagram.com/liannekimcoach/?hl=en)

We’ve all been there – when starting out in business, it feels like all work is good work! And in some ways, it might be, but there’s a catch many of us are pretty familiar with, burnout. 😰Saying ‘yes’ to everything is a pattern that is much too easy to fall into. Jordan Gill, Operations Consultant, is familiar with the feeling! Before finding her love of systems, she struggled with burnout. Now that she’s found her groove, she’s on a mission to banish burnout! 💯We’ll chat about how to streamline your business, so everyone is staying within their zone of genius. Saving time on those administrative tasks by automating them leaves your team free to do the work they love to do! 🥳Don’t forget, Jordan will also be speaking at Business Bootcamp, coming up fast! Link in bio – listen now! ✨Make sure you get your tickets before they’re gone – click here (https://www.mamasandco.com/bootcamp) to get your tickets now!Links Mentioned in This Episode:Connect with Jordan Gill On Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/systemssavedme/ )Or listen to her podcast, Systems Saved Me (https://systemssavedme.com/podcast#/ )Acuity Automated Scheduling ( https://acuityscheduling.com/#gref )