You’ve probably heard the term Zone of Genius tossed around… but are you actually working in it? Or are you stuck doing everything else — the things that leave you drained, second-guessing, and wondering if you’re even cut out for this?

In this episode of the FENNE Podcast, I’m unpacking the Zone of Genius framework and explaining why it’s more than just a feel-good concept — it’s a game-changing strategy for mompreneurs who want to stop spinning their wheels and start building real momentum.

You’ll hear:

• What your Zone of Genius actually is (and how to know when you’re in it)
• Why staying in your Zone of Excellence might be the real trap
• How to spot the difference between a strength and a soul match
• The one question that tells you whether to delegate or do it yourself
• Why doing what comes easy is NOT cheating — it’s the whole point

Whether you’re juggling babies and business, or just feel like you’ve lost your spark, this episode will help you reclaim your energy and fall in love with your business again.

• How to recognize your own Zone of Genius
• The science behind flow and why it matters
• The 4-zone model explained in real-life, mompreneur terms
• Why your genius might be hiding in your blind spot

🔗 Resources & Links

📘 Book: The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks

✨ Join the priority list for my upcoming group program

📲 Come say hi on Instagram @ayladenhartog

Are you working harder than ever, but still not seeing the results you crave? Feeling like something’s holding you back—but you can’t quite put your finger on it?

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Reana Mulcahy, a master-certified neuro coach who helps entrepreneurs—especially mompreneurs—rewire their subconscious programming so they can thrive without burning out.

We dive deep into:

• What limiting beliefs really are (and how to spot yours)

• Why mindset beats strategy every time

• The hidden story behind imposter syndrome

• How subconscious beliefs form—and why they’re so damn hard to shake

• Tools to start reprogramming your brain today

Plus, I got real and personal as Dr. Reana walked me through uncovering my own limiting belief live on the show. (Yep, it got deep.)

If you’re a female entrepreneur ready to stop sabotaging your own success, this one’s a must-listen.

🔗 Mentioned in this episode:

Dr. Reana’s program “Rewired to Thrive” (starts in April)

Free Mindset Audit: Link in her Instagram bio

📲 Share your thoughts & tag us on Instagram: @dr.reanamulcahy @ayladenhartog

💬 DM me if you want more episodes like this!

Are you constantly in survival mode, running on fumes, and putting yourself last—again?

In this raw and honest episode, I share how I broke the cycle of resentment, burnout, and overwhelm every time my husband was away. You’ll hear how I shifted from yelling and chaos to presence and peace—without changing the kids or the schedule, but by changing how I showed up for myself.

We’ll explore:

• Why so many moms stay stuck in “last place” mode

• What it really means to take care of yourself (without the guilt)

• How putting yourself first can actually make you a better mom

• Tangible ways to get your joy and energy back—even when solo parenting

✨ Plus, I share what happened the night I finally let my daughter sleep next to me, and how it opened my heart in a way I didn’t expect.

🔗 Resources mentioned:

💥 Where the F**k Do I Even Start? Free Exercise Pack – designed for overwhelmed moms who want clarity, balance, and space to breathe.

If this episode hit home, take 30 seconds to do one thing that’s just for YOU today.

And remember: you’re not selfish, you’re setting the standard.

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Feeling overwhelmed by tech in your business? You’re not alone! In this episode, I sit down with Betsy Sabatini, a tech educator & coach with over 35 years of experience, to make technology simple, stress-free, and profitable for mompreneurs.

Betsy shares how she went from running a brick-and-mortar business to fully scaling online and how YOU can use the right tech tools to create a more flexible, automated, and efficient business—without drowning in digital overwhelm.

In This Episode, We Cover:

✅ The must-have tech tools every online entrepreneur should know

✅ How to simplify & automate tasks (so you can work smarter, not harder!)

✅ Why Zoom is more than a video tool—and how to use it for business growth

✅ The biggest mistakes mompreneurs make when learning new tech

✅ How to make virtual events interactive & engaging (instead of boring webinars)

✅ The best AI-powered tools to save you time and boost productivity

Betsy also shares her favorite automation hacks, learning strategies, and top tech shortcuts to help you get more done—without feeling lost or frustrated.

🎧 Press play and learn how to make tech work FOR you, not against you!

Resources & Links Mentioned:

🔗 Join Betsy’s Free Tech Playground Facebook Group

📌 Download her Free Tech Checklist

🎙️ Join Me at the Simple Tech Automation Summit!

If you’re ready to ditch the tech overwhelm and wow your clients with ease, don’t miss this free 3-day online summit from March 25–27, 2025.

🌟 I’ll be sharing how to create seamless client experiences that don’t require you to be involved in every step — so you can impress, automate, and scale with ease.

🎟️ Grab your free ticket!

💎 Want lifetime access + exclusive bonuses? Snag the VIP Backstage Pass and get my Monthly Planner Notion Template as a bonus!

💡 Loved this episode? Share it with a fellow mompreneur who needs to hear this!

📲 Tag me on Instagram with your biggest takeaway! 💖 ⁠@ayladenhartog⁠

As a mompreneur, it’s easy to let health slide to the bottom of the priority list. Between running a business, taking care of the kids, and managing everything in between, workouts get skipped, stress piles up, and before you know it, you’re running on fumes. In this episode, I’m sharing my personal health journey—from struggling with insulin resistance, stress, and weight gain to finally finding an approach that works for me.

I’ll take you behind the scenes on how I’ve been balancing business, motherhood, and well-being, what I’ve changed in my routine, and why prioritizing my health has made everything else easier. Whether you’re feeling stuck in survival mode or just looking for inspiration to take better care of yourself, this episode is for you.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✅ The biggest mistake mompreneurs make when it comes to their health

✅ Why I ditched restrictive dieting & how I eat changed everything

✅ The one shift that eliminated my cravings & balanced my blood sugar

✅ How I’m using movement & stress management to get my energy back

✅ The tech & tracking tools I’m using to stay accountable

✅ How I’m finally making health a priority—without sacrificing my business

Resources & Links:

💡 Let’s connect! Find me on Instagram ⁠@ayladenhartog⁠

📩 Loved this episode? Send me a DM with your biggest takeaway!

🎧 Found this helpful? Share it in your Stories & tag me!

Feeling overwhelmed and stuck in the chaos of business, family, and life? You’re not alone! In this episode, I share my personal journey through feeling stuck, how I recognized it, and the exact steps I took to move forward.

From journaling breakthroughs to using AI for mindset shifts—this is my tried-and-tested formula for getting unstuck.

If you’ve been feeling paralyzed by imposter syndrome or drowning in to-dos, this episode will give you the clarity and motivation to reclaim your momentum.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✔️ How I realized I was stuck and what caused it

✔️ The power of brain dumping

✔️ How tidying up my space clears mental clutter (without turning into a 3-day cleaning binge!)

✔️ The role of meditation and quiet reflection in resetting my energy

✔️ How I use AI (ChatGPT) as my digital mindset coach

Let’s Connect!

✨ Instagram: ⁠@ayladenhartog⁠

If this episode resonated with you, I’d love to hear from you! Screenshot and tag me on Instagram, or leave a review—it truly means the world. 💖

Welcome back to the Female Entrepreneurs Network Podcast, and to another Fantastic Female Friday! 🎉

Today, I’m joined by Megan Nolan, a powerhouse in the world of mind-body wellness who helps highly sensitive, ambitious women over 40 overcome high-functioning anxiety holistically. Living in beautiful Hawaii (yes, I’m a little jealous! 🌴), Megan has over 20 years of experience as a personal trainer and yoga instructor. She’s on a mission to empower women with proven mind-body tools so they can excel in their lives without burning out.

In this inspiring episode, Megan and I discuss:

✅ The amount ****of entrepreneurs struggling with anxiety and mental health – and how to shift the conversation.

✅ The power of nervous system regulation and how stress affects your mindset and business.

✅ The biggest mistake ambitious women make (hint: running on empty!) and how to break the cycle.

✅ Power Pauses – the game-changing micro-breaks that can recharge your energy in just two minutes.

✅ How to design a wellness plan that fuels both your business and personal life.

✅ The importance of starting your day with intention – plus Megan’s AMPLIFY morning routine method.

🚀 BONUS: Megan even guides us through a live Power Pause exercise to help you feel more grounded, present, and powerful – don’t miss it!

👉 Want to connect with Megan? Download her Power Pause Pocket Guide at giftfrommegan.com

💡 If you loved this episode, share it with a fellow entrepreneur who needs a reminder to slow down and refuel!

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Grab your free Balance Toolkit to start identifying what you can delegate and create more balance in your life.

What if the secret to a thriving business wasn’t working harder—but working smarter?

If you’ve ever felt like you’re spinning your wheels, drowning in endless to-dos, and never having enough time for the things that truly matter, this episode is for you. Too many mompreneurs believe that doing everything themselves is the only way to keep their business running smoothly. But what if that belief is holding you back?

In this episode, we dive into:

✔️ The biggest mindset blocks that keep mompreneurs stuck in the cycle of doing everything themselves

✔️ Why delegation isn’t an expense—it’s an investment in your business growth

✔️ How to identify what you can outsource today to reclaim your time and energy

✔️ The power of stepping into your role as a Vision Driven CEO

Episode reference: Outsmart perfectionism: boost your business with these techniques

🔹 Grab your free Balance Toolkit to start identifying what you can delegate and create more balance in your life.

🔹 Join the Priority List for my upcoming group program, where we tackle vision, systems, and balance for sustainable success.

If this episode resonated with you, share it with a fellow mompreneur who needs to hear this message. Let’s create more freedom, more joy, and a business that supports your life—not the other way around.

✨ It’s not about doing less. It’s about living more. Let’s make it happen.

🎧 Subscribe & Leave a Review – Your support helps us reach more mompreneurs on their journey to success!

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In this episode of The Female Entrepreneurs Network Podcast, I sit down with Nikki Lindgren, founder of Pennock, a digital marketing agency specializing in paid media and SEO for emerging DTC (direct-to-consumer) brands.

Nikki shares her journey from growing up in a 400-person town in Minnesota to running a fully remote, female-led agency in San Francisco, helping brands scale from $1M to $10M in revenue. We dive into:

✅ The surprising way she transitioned from corporate marketing to launching her agency (while 6 months pregnant with her third child!)

✅ How Pennock prioritizes female leadership and mom-friendly work culture

✅ Balancing business and motherhood while working alongside her husband

✅ Why moms make the best entrepreneurs (hello, multitasking superpowers!)

✅ Scaling a team and the key mindset shifts needed to build a sustainable, successful business

Plus, Nikki gets real about the challenges of perfectionism, fun in entrepreneurship, and staying connected to her vision. If you’re an entrepreneur navigating business growth and family life, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss!

🔗 Connect with Nikki: Pennock.co

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Think company values are just for big corporations? Think again. Whether you’re a solopreneur or leading a small, flexible team, having clear values can be the game-changer you didn’t know you needed. In this episode, I dive deep into why defining your values is crucial for decision-making, avoiding burnout, and building a business that aligns with the life you actually want.

I share my own values, real-life stories (including lessons from my time at Hilton and a sales-driven recruitment agency), and actionable steps to define your own guiding principles. Plus, I give you a simple exercise to uncover your core values today!

What You’ll Learn:

✨ Why solopreneurs need company values just as much as big businesses

✨ How values help with consistency, decision-making, and avoiding burnout

✨ Real-life examples of values in action (from my own business and past jobs)

✨ A simple exercise to define your own values in minutes

✨ How to use values to attract the right clients and make aligned business decisions

🎯 Your Challenge: Define your top three business values today! Write them down, make them visible, and start using them as your business compass.

🔗 Resources & Next Steps:

✅ Download the FREE Balance Toolkit – your first step to building a vision-driven business

✅ Connect with me on Instagram for more insights and behind-the-scenes: @ayladenhartog

💬 Let’s continue the conversation! What are your top three business values? DM me or share them in your stories and tag me!

🚀 Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with fellow entrepreneurs who need more clarity and alignment in their business!