Moms Makin’ Dough

Are invisible money beliefs holding you back from the financial freedom you crave? In this episode of Moms Makin’ Dough, Kendra Hewitt invites you to step into the harvest season, not just in your garden or your home, but in your money mindset. Because here’s the truth: you can’t plant new seeds for growth in a soil full of weeds.

Picking up where Summer School left off, Kendra challenges us to slow down and till the soil of our beliefs about money. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting your journey, this episode is a powerful reminder that mindset is the foundation of all financial fruitfulness. You’ll learn how to audit your energy around money, reframe limiting thoughts, and prepare your finances for a thriving Q4.

Kendra breaks down:

The 3 types of financial energy work: Clear it, Transform it, Manage it

How to identify and remove financial “weeds” that are silently draining you

Real-life strategies for shifting from scarcity to abundance thinking

Why Marie Kondo-ing your subscriptions can transform your bank account

How to build a sustainable money routine that actually works with your life

“You can’t plant fresh seeds in a garden full of weeds. The same is true for your finances.” – Kendra Hewitt

 Challenge for this week: What’s one financial weed you’ll pull, and one seed you’ll plant, for a more fruitful finish to the year?

 Subscribe, share this episode with a mom in your life who’s ready to grow, and grab the free worksheet linked in the show notes to walk through your own Money Energy Reset.

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Are you working your tail off but wondering why your bank account doesn’t reflect it? This final episode in our Summer School Series gets to the root of why hustle isn’t enough, and what you need to track to turn your business into a well-oiled, freedom-giving machine. It’s time to stop guessing and start growing with intention.

In this jam-packed finale, Kendra Hewitt dives into the last, and arguably most powerful, “P” of the series: Performance. But this isn’t just about spreadsheets and boring reports. This is about measuring what matters so you can stop spinning your wheels, start paying yourself like a CEO, and finally move out of survival mode and into thriving. With real-life client wins, clear metrics, and fire metaphors (flying a plane, anyone?), this episode will help you rethink how you view your numbers, and your worth.

You’ll learn:

Why “what you measure, you master” is a business truth you can’t ignore

How to use data like a GPS to steer your business in the right direction

The 5 key metrics every mompreneur needs to track (and what each one tells you)

How to tell if you’re in survival, maintenance, or thrive mode, and what to do next

Why slow, “not sexy” work is often the most powerful foundation you can lay

“If everyone else gets paid and you don’t, you don’t have a business, you have a hobby.” – Kendra Hewitt

  This episode is the ultimate mic drop to wrap up your summer of growth.  If it hit home, subscribe, leave a review, and share this with your favorite business bestie. Let’s stop guessing and start chasing performance, together.

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Feeling overwhelmed trying to do all the things in your business solo? You’re not alone, and it’s probably costing you your peace, time with your kids, and your next big growth leap. But what if you could build a powerhouse team that actually fuels your mission and gives you your life back?

In this week’s episode of the Moms Makin’ Dough podcast, host Kendra Hewitt dives into one of the most intimidating (but game-changing) parts of business: hiring. Using a sports team analogy, she walks through exactly how to build a dream team by attracting, vetting, and leading true A-players, those rockstars who elevate your entire business. From setting crystal-clear intentions to working interviews and personality assessments, Kendra shares her tried-and-true 5-step process to hire right the first time.

You’ll also learn:

Why hiring without a clear "why" can sabotage your team culture

How to craft a job ad that attracts the right people, not just resume-blasters

What "testing with a task" looks like and why it’s a non-negotiable

The surprising power of personality and decision-making assessments

Why “dating before you get engaged” (aka, a working interview) is the key to team longevity

"A-players don’t want to play on a losing team, they want to build, grow, and win together." – Kendra Hewitt

Ready to stop hustling alone and start leading a team that actually helps you grow your business and enjoy your life? Then don’t miss this episode.

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Why are you still last on your business's payroll?

If you’ve ever skipped your own paycheck to cover your team, pushed off paying yourself “just one more month,” or wondered why your thriving business still leaves you financially stretched, this episode is your wake-up call. In Episode 32 of Moms Makin’ Dough, host Kendra Hewitt dives deep into one of the most game-changing shifts you can make as a business owner: making profit a priority and paying yourself first.

Drawing from her personal story, coaching work with women entrepreneurs, and the life-changing principles of the Profit First method by Mike Michalowicz, Kendra reveals how to build a simple but powerful money system that supports long-term growth and personal income. From choosing the right business entity to setting up your essential five-account structure, you’ll learn how to take control of your cash flow, without the overwhelm.

If you've ever thought, “I’ll start paying myself when…”, this episode is your nudge to stop waiting.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

Why nearly 30% of business owners don’t pay themselves, and how to avoid being one of them

The five-account system that builds in margin and peace of mind

How choosing the right legal structure affects your ability to get paid

What the “Vault” account is and why it’s your best-kept secret to financial freedom

Real talk on hiring, taxes, and why bookkeeping is not optional

“You don’t rise by remembering, you rise by setting up systems.” – Kendra Hewitt

Feeling fired up? Share this episode with a fellow entrepreneur who needs to hear it, and don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe so you never miss a money-smart moment from Moms Makin’ Dough.

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 Ever feel like your business is making money, but you’re still living paycheck to paycheck? You're not alone, and there's a way out. This episode tackles the one shift that can take your finances from chaos to clarity: paying yourself first.

In this episode, Kendra Hewitt shares how, on the brink of burnout in 2019, she stumbled across the Profit First method by Mike Michalowicz, and how it became the financial lifeline that saved her brick-and-mortar business through the storm of 2020. If you’ve ever skipped your own paycheck to cover payroll, felt paralyzed at tax time, or wondered how to truly grow a profitable business, this episode gives you the practical blueprint you’ve been craving.

You’ll learn the five essential bank accounts every woman entrepreneur should have, why your entity type matters, and how to create financial habits that give your money a home before it hits your account. Plus, hear how this system let her keep every employee paid, even when COVID shut the doors.

Key Takeaways:

Why “sales minus expenses equals profit” is a broken formula

The first two bank accounts you MUST set up today

How to create a payroll account that lets you hire without anxiety

A simple trick to eliminate tax season dread for good

What a “vault” account is, and how it can save your business

“The goal isn’t just to make money, it’s to keep it and use it to grow without burning out.”

 Subscribe, rate, and share this episode with a fellow working mama who’s ready to build a business that finally pays her what she’s worth.

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Why is it so hard for women entrepreneurs, especially working moms, to pay themselves first? Why does making real profit feel like an afterthought, even when the sales are rolling in?

In this milestone 30th episode of Moms Makin’ Dough, host Kendra Hewitt brings infectious joy as she celebrates not just podcast longevity, but a lifelong dream turned reality, buying her very own lake home in Maine! But as Kendra reflects on what it took to get there, she dives deep into the most overlooked but crucial part of running a business: getting paid and building a system that makes profit a priority.

Part 5 of the Summer School Series kicks off a two-part mini training on transforming curious buyers into confident clients. This first half focuses on streamlining your sales process, because confused buyers don’t buy. Kendra reveals how simplifying your checkout can massively increase conversions, and why your sales funnel needs to be as easy as a one-click TikTok purchase.

From eliminating buyer friction to setting up the right accounts for long-term financial peace, this episode will leave you ready to sell smarter and start truly keeping the money you’re making.

Key Takeaways:

A confused buyer will never buy, clarity is queen in your sales funnel.

The fewer steps in your checkout, the more sales you’ll make.

A seamless sales process includes clear return policies, FAQs, and reminder of the transformation.

Nearly 30% of business owners don’t pay themselves in the first year, don’t be one of them.

Profit isn’t a personality trait, it’s a mindset backed by systems.

“Getting profitable isn’t a personality trait, it’s a plan backed by consistent, automatic systems.” - Kendra Hewitt

💡 Want to stop winging your sales and start building serious financial stability? Subscribe, share this episode with a fellow mompreneur, and journal one step you’ll take this week to simplify your sales process.

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In episode 29 of the Moms Makin' Dough Summer School Series, Kendra Hewitt dives deep into one of the most overlooked marketing superpowers: connection before conversion. This episode breaks down the art of persuasive promotion and gives you the step-by-step process to speak to your audience’s real struggles; so your message doesn’t just land, it sticks.

Kendra walks you through four practical steps: brain-dumping your ideal client’s pain, polling your people to validate it, studying the scene in your industry to find what works (and what doesn’t), and finally, flipping that pain into a powerful picture of possibility. Using a raw and relatable example from her own journey as a new mom, Kendra models how to make content that actually connects; and sets the stage for next week’s episode on conversion. Whether you're building your brand, launching an offer, or just want to stop sounding like everyone else online, this episode will help you write content that doesn't just scroll by; it sparks response.

Key Takeaways:

Speak to the pain your audience is secretly carrying.

Brain-dump and validate the top 3 pain points through real feedback.

Study competitors to model what works and see what gaps you can fill.

Flip pain into possibility; paint a compelling outcome they can visualize.

Connection builds trust; trust makes conversion 10x easier.

"People don’t need another pitch; they need to feel seen."

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In this summer school edition of Moms Makin’ Dough, host Kendra Hewitt dives into Module 3 of her upcoming course for women entrepreneurs; Prioritize Before Burnout. This episode is a sanity check for any business owner feeling the weight of hustle culture, decision fatigue, or the creeping shadow of burnout. Kendra shares her own journey with ADHD and time blindness, offering practical strategies and an empowering mindset shift around how we spend; not just track; our time and energy. Her goal? Help you reclaim the why behind your business before your business starts running you.

Kendra walks listeners through her signature "Big Three Check-In" questions and introduces a powerful tool: the 10-Day Time and Energy Audit. Using real-world examples like Jesse, a custom cake artist, she shows how aligning your work with your zone of genius can radically transform not only your schedule, but your income, peace, and passion. This isn’t about hustling harder; it’s about creating a business by design, not by default. If you feel like your battery hits low power mode before lunch, this episode is for you.

Key Takeaways:

 "You didn’t start your business to feel like a prisoner with a boss who never gives you a day off; and that boss happens to be you." - Kendra Hewitt

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In Episode 27 of the Moms Makin’ Dough podcast, Kendra is diving into the second “P” in a Purposeful Profits journey: Packaging & Pricing. Whether you’re creating a new offer for the first time or reimagining one that already exists, this step is crucial; and often can be the most challenging. 

You’ll learn:

If you’ve ever felt stuck on what to charge or how to present your offer in a way that feels aligned and sells with ease, this episode is for you.

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In this vibrant kickoff to the Summer School Series on Moms Makin’ Dough, host Kendra Hewitt introduces an eight-week journey to help mom entrepreneurs transform their passions into profitable, purpose-driven businesses. This episode dives into the first module, focusing on creating a product, service, or experience that aligns passion, purpose, and profit. Kendra shares her personal evolution from juggling motherhood and a multi-location business to coaching women entrepreneurs, emphasizing the power of community through her new group coaching program. With actionable steps like conducting a "passion inventory" and "purpose reflection," she guides listeners to identify what lights them up and how to turn it into a transformative offering. Perfect for business owners or those dreaming of a side hustle, this episode is a call to embrace imperfection, align with purpose, and plant seeds for a thriving fall season.

Key Takeaways

Passion Inventory: List 10 things you love doing or could talk about for hours to uncover what fuels your excitement in life or business.

Purpose Reflection: Define who you want to serve, the problem you want to solve, and the transformation you aim to deliver.

Product Sketch: Evaluate existing products or brainstorm new ones that combine passion and purpose to drive profit and fulfillment.

Community Power: Leverage group coaching for accountability, shared wins, and a sense of belonging to elevate your business.

Imperfect Action: You don’t need a perfect plan; just purposeful steps to create a business that supports the life you want to live.

"You don’t need to have this perfect business plan. You just need to be purposeful in identifying the problems you want to solve and the product that you would have to create to do so." – Kendra Hewitt

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