<![CDATA[The Mompreneur VA

<![CDATA[The Mompreneur VA - Blog]]>Tue, 21 Jan 2025 19:50:36 -0800Weebly<![CDATA[3 Must-Read Books for the Burnt-Out Mom]]>Tue, 02 Oct 2018 17:34:51 GMThttps://www.themompreneurva.com/blog/3-must-read-books-for-the-burnt-out-mom

Burnt out. Exhausted. Ready for a beach vacation or a break-down or, maybe, both. Look, mama, I've been there. I get it. I've done the 1am googling of "is it normal for my newborn to ______." I've struggled through some days with only YouTube Kids as my sanity-saver, so I could sit in the bathroom for 5 minutes in silence. I've watched the clock and wished the day away ... and then beat myself up for it.

So, if you're at the end of your rope and feeling the need for some inspiration, I want to share with you some of the books I've loved to lift my spirits, challenge my mindset, and offer hope on the hardest mama days. Hit up your local library or consider downloading and listening from Audible (then, you can listen while you drive, do laundry, or try not to lose your shit).

Girl, Wash Your Face, by Rachel Hollis, is one of the best books I've listened to in a long time (I seriously could not turn it off). Every chapter of this book details a lie that Rachel herself believed and that many women hold to be true about themselves... and then she breaks down these untruths with specific, tangible advice that anyone can apply. She shares true life experiences with the utmost vulnerability, while empowering the reader/listener to take control of their life and become who they are truly meant to be. My favourite chapters in this book were all about motherhood!

Only Love Today: Reminders to Breathe More, Stress Less, and Choose Love, by Rachel Macy Stafford, is one of those books that can leave you forever changed in just a page. Stafford is known as the Hands Free Mama and her mission is all about letting go of distraction, perfection, and pressure so that moms can grasp the things that really matter (hint: they aren't actually things). This book is broken down into short, poignant, and poetic reflections and reminders about how we can worry a little bit less and love a little bit more.

UnPerfect: The Busy Mom's Guide to Seeking Purpose over Perfection, by Deanna Pecina and Erika Akingboye, is all about saying no to the wrong things so that we can spend more time on the things that truly matter. The book is filled with realistic strategies to help you become the mom who embraces imperfection, takes confident action, and finds joy in working on your purpose every single day.

What books do you think are mama must-reads?

]]><![CDATA[5 Things to Know When Starting a Network Marketing Business]]>Wed, 26 Sep 2018 01:13:49 GMThttps://www.themompreneurva.com/blog/5-things-to-know-when-starting-a-network-marketing-businessAfter my daughter was born 2.5 years ago, I knew that I wouldn't be able to return to my teaching job. I wanted to be a stay-at-home-mom ... but I also wanted to make an income and help support our family. The universe aligned for me and in October of 2015, I became a Beachbody coach. Back then, I knew nothing about network marketing or direct sales; however, I've learned a lot over the last 2 years! So, here are the Top 5 Things To Know When Starting a Network Marketing Business!

1. SOMEONE WILL ALWAYS THINK YOUR BUSINESS IS A "PYRAMID SCHEME"
What is a pyramid scheme, anyway? Basically, it's an illegal investment scam. Pyramid schemes do not involve the selling of actual products; instead, new recruits make up the base of the pyramid and the cash-flow comes from them, while those near the top of the pyramid earn income. Not awesome.

However, many people associate direct selling companies and network marketers with pyramid schemes and they will ask you about it. Familiarize yourself with the legitimacy of your company and the difference between what you do and a pyramid scheme, so that you can easily address this issue upfront.

Also, remember, you can't make everyone happy; ignore the rants you see on social media about moms selling stuff on Facebook and just keep doing what you love.

2. YOU BETTER WORK
Network marketing is not a get-rich-quick scheme. Over the past 2 years, I have seen so many women give up on their business after a couple of months, because they're not yet earning 6 figures. Starting a business takes time, effort, and hustle - and a network marketing business is no different.

Give yourself at least a year of consistent effort and don't just give up after a tough month.

3. DO NOT COMPARE YOUR CHAPTER 1 TO SOMEONE ELSE'S CHAPTER 12
When you're just getting started, it can be easy to compare yourself to those who have been in the business for years - rank advancements, income, company trips and gifts, the social media presence that others have.

It's important to remind yourself that you are just getting started. Do not get wrapped up in what others are doing and just run your own race. Do not compare your chapter 1 to someone else's chapter 12.

4. PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT IS EVERYTHING
Your income will be a direct reflection of your level of personal development. In order to be a business owner (and that is what network marketing is all about) you must be willing to learn, to grow, to invest in yourself and in your business.

So, from the very beginning, commit to reading books, listening to podcasts, or learning everything you can from YouTube videos.

5. NOT EVERYONE WILL SUPPORT YOU (AND THAT'S OK)
You're probably in love with your product and your company. You think your family and friends all need what you're selling and that this opportunity is going to change the life of everyone you know. But, whatever your product is, the people in your lives aren't all going to jump on board immediately (or, maybe, ever).

Don't worry about the people who don't want to join your team or try your product; you'll find your people.

]]>