Building a business does not have to mean choosing between ambition and presence.

In this episode of Moms Who Build, Mariah introduces Caitlin Mendoza, a luxury Disney travel agent and mom who has built a thriving business helping families plan unforgettable trips while still being deeply present at home.

Caitlin shares how she turned her love for Disney and planning into a sustainable business, what it really looks like to grow a service based brand as a mom, and how she creates income that supports her family without burnout.

This conversation is a reminder that success can be joyful, flexible, and aligned. Caitlin and Mariah talk about trusting your instincts, building something that fits your season of life, and giving yourself permission to grow without overcomplicating everything.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• How Caitlin built a successful travel business around her family life
• What it looks like to grow through referrals and relationships
• Why service based businesses can be powerful and scalable
• How to build trust with clients in a crowded industry
• The mindset shift that allowed Caitlin to grow with confidence

Connect with Caitlin:

• Instagram: @madnesswiththemendozas
• Substack: substack.com/@madnesswiththemendozas
• Website: caitlinmendoza.com

Ways to Connect Outside the Podcast

• Follow CEO & Founder on Instagram: @mariahstockman
• Follow Made for Mothers on Instagram:@madeformothers.co
• Join the Virtual Village: A community and monthly membership for business owning mamas! Special promo for our podcast listeners, get 20% off your first quarterly enrollment with code TWENTYOFF at https://www.madeformothersco.com/membership
• SHOP CEO MAMA MERCH designed just for business-owning mamas https://shopmadeformothers.com/

You already have enough on your plate as a mom and business owner. The last thing you need is to waste time, money, or energy on branding that doesn’t actually move your business forward. That’s why this conversation with brand strategist Morgan Specht is such a gift.

Morgan shares how to clarify your brand in a way that saves you from costly rebrands, shiny-object pivots, or messaging that misses the mark. Her approach is all about simplicity and alignment, helping you connect with the right people, build trust faster, and run a business that feels sustainable long-term. Whether you’re just starting out or ready to refine, this episode will give you the clarity to focus on what really matters.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• The missing piece most moms overlook when it comes to brand strategy
• Why rebranding is rarely the solution when you feel stuck in your business
• The “meal plan” analogy that makes brand strategy feel simple and doable
• How posting in real time can actually make you more relatable (and less stressed)
• What it looks like to build a brand that’s both sustainable and scalable

Connect with Morgan:

• Instagram: @spechtand.co
• Website: spechtand.co

Mentioned in Episode:

• Listen to this episode on The Six Figure Brand Podcast: Thinking About Rebranding? Do These 4 Things First to Set Yourself Up for Success
• Free 5-Minute Brand Audit
• Standout Brand Foundations Workbook ($29)
• Brand Strategy Session (Use code SFBPOD for $100 off)

Ways to Connect Outside the Podcast

• Follow CEO & Founder on Instagram: @mariahstockman
• Follow Made for Mothers on Instagram:@madeformothers.co
• Join the Virtual Village: A community and monthly membership for business owning mamas! Special promo for our podcast listeners, get 20% off your first quarterly enrollment with code TWENTYOFF at https://www.madeformothersco.com/membership
• SHOP CEO MAMA MERCH designed just for business-owning mamas https://shopmadeformothers.com/

If you have ever dreamed of writing a book, starting a podcast, or building a business, this episode will speak directly to your soul.

Mariah is joined by Brittany Plumeri, a teacher turned author turned CEO of The Money Hungry Mama. She is on a mission to show moms that they can write the books, build the wealth, launch the businesses, and still be fully present for bedtime, school drop-off, and every sweet moment in between.

They dive into the realities behind pitching publishers, the hidden world of literary agents, what actually goes into getting a book deal, and how Brittany built a platform that gives new entrepreneurs a voice. You’ll also hear why her journey is rooted in serving the mom she once was, standing in a Costco line with a declined card and no idea where to start.

If you have been waiting for the perfect moment to launch something, this episode will lovingly push you over the edge. Because as Brittany says, if it is in your heart, it deserves a place in your reality.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• What trying nearly 30 side hustles taught Brittany about resilience and clarity
• Why writing a book is more approachable than most moms think
• How Brittany went from children’s books to building The Money Hungry Mama brand
• The strategy she uses to find her voice by studying her “North Star” books
• The mindset that helps you start before you’re ready and trust the long game

Connect with Brittany:

• Children’s Books: @bybrittanyplumeri | brittanyplumeri.com
• The Money Hungry Mama: @themoneyhungrymama | themoneyhungrymama.com
• Podcast: The Money Hungry Mama Podcast

Ways to Connect Outside the Podcast

• Follow CEO & Founder on Instagram: @mariahstockman
• Follow Made for Mothers on Instagram:@madeformothers.co
• Join the Virtual Village: A community and monthly membership for business owning mamas! Special promo for our podcast listeners, get 20% off your first quarterly enrollment with code TWENTYOFF at https://www.madeformothersco.com/membership
• SHOP CEO MAMA MERCH designed just for business-owning mamas https://shopmadeformothers.com/

If you have ever wondered why you feel maxed out no matter how hard you work, this episode is going to land in your body in the best way.

In this Moms Who Build conversation, Mariah talks with sustainable growth strategist and systems expert Hannah Findysz, who helps CEO moms streamline their businesses so they can scale without sacrificing family life. As a mom of a toddler and the wife of a firefighter, Hannah knows exactly what it feels like to build a business in unpredictable seasons.

Hannah shares how she rebuilt her business from burnout, why so many moms think systems are a quick fix, and what is actually causing you to feel scattered and stretched thin. This episode is honest, eye opening, and full of clarity for any mom who wants her business to feel lighter, simpler, and more sustainable.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• Why so many moms feel maxed out and what is actually underneath it
• The surprising reason tools like Dubsado or HoneyBook are not the answer
• How to know if you are hiring a VA too early
• What sustainable systems really look like in a mom led business
• How Hannah balances entrepreneurship with toddler life as a shift family mom

Connect with Hannah:

• Instagram: @hannah_findysz

Ways to Connect Outside the Podcast

• Follow CEO & Founder on Instagram: @mariahstockman
• Follow Made for Mothers on Instagram:@madeformothers.co
• Join the Virtual Village: A community and monthly membership for business owning mamas! Special promo for our podcast listeners, get 20% off your first quarterly enrollment with code TWENTYOFF at https://www.madeformothersco.com/membership
• SHOP CEO MAMA MERCH designed just for business-owning mamas https://shopmadeformothers.com/

What if your home could make motherhood easier instead of adding to the overwhelm?

In this Moms Who Build episode, Mariah introduces interior designer and mom of two, Katie Argueta, a founding member of the Virtual Village who is building a thriving design business rooted in beauty, functionality, and supporting real families. Katie shares how motherhood inspired her to leave the nine to five life, pursue interior design full time, and create homes that help moms feel grounded, organized, and supported.

Together, Mariah and Katie talk about designing for real life, the power of community as a mom entrepreneur, and how intentional spaces can completely shift the way you move through your day. They also dig into kids spaces, drop zones, treasure collections, functional mudrooms, and the small design decisions that bring more ease and joy into your home.

If you have been craving a home that feels good to be in, or you want to hear how another mom built a business that blends creativity, motherhood, and purpose, you will love this conversation.

In this episode, you will hear:

• Katie’s journey from blogger and marketing professional to full time interior designer
• Why beautiful homes matter most when they support your real life as a mom
• How to design spaces that work for kids and reduce daily overwhelm
• The simple shifts that bring more peace, flow, and function into the busiest rooms in your home
• What Katie is building next and how she supports clients both locally and virtually

Connect with Katie:

• Instagram: @arguettaabodedesigns
• Website: arguetaabodedesigns.com
• Katie’s Made for Mothers Blog Feature: https://www.madeformothersco.com/blog/katie-argueta

Ways to Connect Outside the Podcast

• Follow CEO & Founder on Instagram: @mariahstockman
• Follow Made for Mothers on Instagram:@madeformothers.co
• Join the Virtual Village: A community and monthly membership for business owning mamas! Special promo for our podcast listeners, get 20% off your first quarterly enrollment with code TWENTYOFF at https://www.madeformothersco.com/membership
• SHOP CEO MAMA MERCH designed just for business-owning mamas https://shopmadeformothers.com/

If you have ever changed your mind, switched your niche, or completely reinvented your business, this episode is going to feel like a warm hug and a hype session in one.

In this episode, you meet personal-brand queen Sara Schultz for a hilarious, honest, and deeply validating conversation about pivoting, trusting your vibe, and building a business that feels like you every single day. Sara has been in business for over a decade, navigated motherhood, major identity shifts, and more pivots than she can count, and she is not afraid to talk about the messy parts that nobody sees.

Mariah and Sara get into what it actually looks like to show up as the real you online, why your vibe is one of your strongest business assets, and how to evolve your messaging without losing the people who are meant for you. This episode will remind you that you do not have to have everything figured out in order to be magnetic, profitable, and wildly aligned.

If you have been craving permission to change things, simplify things, or finally own the version of you that wants to come forward, you are going to love this one.

You’ll hear:

• How Sara built a business that could survive big life transitions
• Why your vibe matters more than any trend or formula
• The real connection between pivoting and messaging
• What it looks like to build in public without oversharing
• How your visuals and your voice work together to create instant trust

Connect with Sara:

• Instagram: @heysaraschultz (DM Sarah “🎙️” for instant access to her private podcast!)
• Website: heysaraschultz.com 

Ways to Connect Outside the Podcast

• Follow CEO & Founder on Instagram: @mariahstockman
• Follow Made for Mothers on Instagram:@madeformothers.co
• Join the Virtual Village: A community and monthly membership for business owning mamas! Special promo for our podcast listeners, get 20% off your first quarterly enrollment with code TWENTYOFF at https://www.madeformothersco.com/membership
• SHOP CEO MAMA MERCH designed just for business-owning mamas https://shopmadeformothers.com/

Running a business while raising a family means your systems need to support you, not the other way around.

In this episode, Mariah talks with Dawn Richardson, Product Education Manager of Flodesk and founder of Tech Savvy Creative, about how to build your business so it flows seamlessly no matter what’s happening at home. Dawn shares how email marketing became the tool that gave her peace and freedom, and why your list matters most when it feels like a genuine inner circle, not another sales task.

Together, they explore how to design flexible workflows for when life is full, why automation is really about finding peace and breathing room, and how to establish rhythms that make your business feel steady and supported. You’ll walk away inspired to set up systems that work for you in every season of life.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• How Flodesk is transforming email marketing for entrepreneurs
• Why your email list is the most valuable and sustainable asset you can build
• Simple ways to make your systems feel supportive, not rigid or overwhelming
• How automation can bring peace, space, and consistency back into your business
• What it really takes to build a business that moves with your life, not against it

Connect with Dawn & Flodesk:

• Instagram: @itsdawnrichardson / @flodesk
• Website: techsavvycreative.com / flodesk.com

Mariah’s Flodesk link: flodesk.com/c/mariahstockman

Ways to Connect Outside the Podcast

• Follow CEO & Founder on Instagram: @mariahstockman
• Follow Made for Mothers on Instagram:@madeformothers.co
• Join the Virtual Village: A community and monthly membership for business owning mamas! Special promo for our podcast listeners, get 20% off your first quarterly enrollment with code TWENTYOFF at https://www.madeformothersco.com/membership
• SHOP CEO MAMA MERCH designed just for business-owning mamas https://shopmadeformothers.com/

What happens when life forces you to step back, but your business still needs to keep going?

In this episode, Mariah talks with marketing strategist Jordyn Bailey, who shares the story behind rebuilding her business after her husband’s sudden medical emergency changed everything overnight. As a mom of six and the primary earner in her family, Jordyn opens up about what it really takes to create a business that runs when you can’t.

This conversation is honest, grounding, and deeply encouraging. It’s about systems, email strategy, and what sustainability actually means when you’re juggling motherhood, entrepreneurship, and everything in between. Jordyn’s story is a reminder that creating a “life-proof” business isn’t about being ready for everything. It’s about building something that can hold you when things fall apart.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• How Jordyn rebuilt her business during one of the hardest seasons of her life
• The truth about email marketing and why it’s the most sustainable tool for moms in business
• How to design systems that keep working even when you need to rest
• Why consistency matters more than perfection
• What it really means to build a business that fits your life, not the other way around

Connect with Jordyn:

• Instagram: @watchmomlaunch
• Newsletter: Just the Tip

Ways to Connect Outside the Podcast

• Follow CEO & Founder on Instagram: @mariahstockman
• Follow Made for Mothers on Instagram:@madeformothers.co
• Join the Virtual Village: A community and monthly membership for business owning mamas! Special promo for our podcast listeners, get 20% off your first quarterly enrollment with code TWENTYOFF at https://www.madeformothersco.com/membership
• SHOP CEO MAMA MERCH designed just for business-owning mamas https://shopmadeformothers.com/

Running ads doesn’t have to feel complicated, expensive, or out of reach.

In this episode of Moms Who Build, Mariah introduces Brooklyn Grotte, a Minnesota-based mom of three, luxury photographer, and Meta Ads strategist who helps women grow their businesses with small, smart ad strategies that actually work.

Brooklyn shares how she went from $20,000 in debt and struggling to book clients to building two thriving businesses while raising her kids and redefining what success looks like as a mom and entrepreneur.

This conversation is a masterclass in resourcefulness and resilience. Brooklyn and Mariah talk about the messy middle of pivots, starting small with just a few dollars a day, and creating offers that truly connect with your audience. You’ll walk away realizing that ads don’t need to be intimidating or require a massive budget. Clarity, consistency, and a little bit of courage go a long way.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• How Brooklyn built two successful businesses while raising three kids
• The truth about running ads that actually convert (even on $1 a day)
• Why authenticity and raw, unpolished content perform best
• The mindset shift that helped her move from fear to freedom
• How community and connection fuel her growth and confidence

Connect with Brooklyn:

• Instagram: @bizwithbrooklyn
• Website: brooklynphotomn.com

Ways to Connect Outside the Podcast

• Follow CEO & Founder on Instagram: @mariahstockman
• Follow Made for Mothers on Instagram:@madeformothers.co
• Join the Virtual Village: A community and monthly membership for business owning mamas! Special promo for our podcast listeners, get 20% off your first quarterly enrollment with code TWENTYOFF at https://www.madeformothersco.com/membership
• SHOP CEO MAMA MERCH designed just for business-owning mamas https://shopmadeformothers.com/

If your website sounds like a robot wrote it, this episode’s for you.

Because growing your business isn’t about doing more, it’s about being more you.

Sara Noel, the refreshingly honest copywriter behind BTL Copy, joins Mariah to talk about how showing up unfiltered and unpolished can actually make you more magnetic (and profitable). From breaking all the so-called “marketing rules” to building a six-figure business as a single mom, Sara’s story proves that your most authentic voice is your best business strategy.

This conversation is funny, refreshing, and real. It will remind you that you don’t need to sound “professional” to build trust, you just need to sound like you.

What You’ll Hear:

• How to actually sound like you in your copy
• Why selling isn’t sleazy (and what to do if it still feels that way)
• The small tweaks that make your words instantly more human
• How Sara grew her business as a single mom without burning out or blending in
• Why your quirks and edges are your biggest selling points

Connect with Sara:

• Website: betweenthelinescopy.com
• Instagram: @btlcopy
• Podcast: Point of the Story
• Substack: btlcopy.substack.com

Ways to Connect Outside the Podcast

• Follow CEO & Founder on Instagram: @mariahstockman
• Follow Made for Mothers on Instagram:@madeformothers.co
• Join the Virtual Village: A community and monthly membership for business owning mamas! Special promo for our podcast listeners, get 20% off your first quarterly enrollment with code TWENTYOFF at https://www.madeformothersco.com/membership
• SHOP CEO MAMA MERCH designed just for business-owning mamas https://shopmadeformothers.com/