Naptime Empires with Nikki Elledge Brown: Refreshingly Honest Conversations for Entrepreneurial Moms

This episode is an audio permission slip to GO TO SLEEP, MOM.

When you're feeling tired and cranky, or maybe a bit mentally foggy and slooowwww...

When you're reaching for caffeine to make it through the afternoon or staying up way beyond everyone else's bedtime to squeeze in extra work (or Netflix, let's be honest)...

Consider, perhaps, that a bit more sleep could do you good.

[Note: This ep is for moms who have reasonable control over their bedtimes. Staying up late because of habits we can totally change. Moms with newborns or babies not sleeping through the night - listen at your own risk. I know it's annoying to hear people talk about sleep as if it's a simple CHOICE. How could we ever take it for granted?? Save this episode for when you have the privilege of taking it for granted too. Then, go the eff to sleep. Love you mean it.]

In this ep, I share my own battle with the "sleep when baby sleeps" advice, how napping can qualify as a $10,000 / hour activity in my book, and a few tricks (high and low tech) that I've been trying to help increase both the quality AND quantity of my sleep this year. 

Take a listen, give it a go, and as always - let me know your fave takeaway by taking a screenshot (or a selfie as you listen) + tagging me on Instagram @nikkielledgebrown with #naptimeempires. I'll meet you there!

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MUSIC: "So Far So Close" by Jahzzar is licensed under an Attribution-ShareAlike License.

Take a listen here or in your preferred pod player and as always – let me know your fave takeaway by taking a screenshot (or a selfie) as you listen + tagging me on Instagram @nikkielledgebrown with #naptimeempires.

I’ll meet you there!

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If you enjoyed this episode, safe to say you will LOVE The Naptime Empires Survival Guide - a free email-and-audio series I created to help get you out of overwhelm / hiding in the bathroom and back into aligned, imperfect action.  Get started here: https://naptimeempires.com/guide

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MUSIC: "So Far So Close" by Jahzzar is licensed under an Attribution-ShareAlike License.

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As moms, business owners, and HUMANS in the 21st century - there's a whole lot to keep mental track of in this lifetime. At any given moment we're holding mental space for all KINDS of tasks and to-dos... scheduling dentist appointments, emails, laundry, meals, projects, client work, personal finances... it's a lot. 

Thing is - when we let #allthetasks build up, keeping squillions of mental tabs open at a given time, we drain our precious energy. (And think about it - you could have all the free/ alone time in the world, but if you don't have the energy to do something fulfilling or fruitful with it... what's the value of that time?)

Every now and then we need to clear the mental decks and take our energy back. In this episode I share my fave process for doing just that -- the power of (what I call) a brain sneeze - how you can use pen + paper to take a HUGE load off your shoulders in 15 minutes or less. I also cover a simple DECISION framework to help you create a clear action plan for each and every thing on your list.

Whether you delete, delay, delegate, or DO the dang thing, my guess is you will feel a WHOLE lot better after you close some tabs today. 

(And YEP... you fully deserve to feel better and better and better.)

Take a listen, give it a go, and as always - let me know your fave takeaway by taking a screenshot (or a selfie as you listen) + tagging me on Instagram @nikkielledgebrown with #naptimeempires. I'll meet you there!

SHOW NOTES: http://naptimeempires.com/061 

INSTA: http://instagram.com/nikkielledgebrown

FB GROUP: http://naptimeempires.com/facebook

MUSIC: "So Far So Close" by Jahzzar is licensed under an Attribution-ShareAlike License.

Take a listen here or in your preferred pod player and as always – let me know your fave takeaway by taking a screenshot (or a selfie) as you listen + tagging me on Instagram @nikkielledgebrown with #naptimeempires.

I’ll meet you there!

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If you enjoyed this episode, safe to say you will LOVE The Naptime Empires Survival Guide - a free email-and-audio series I created to help get you out of overwhelm / hiding in the bathroom and back into aligned, imperfect action.  Get started here: https://naptimeempires.com/guide

INSTA: https://instagram.com/nikkielledgebrown

MUSIC: "So Far So Close" by Jahzzar is licensed under an Attribution-ShareAlike License.

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If you've ever gone a week, a month, a YEAR without posting in your "regular" schedule and you've felt a bit shamey or awkward about stepping back onto the field - this one's for you.

In this episode I unpack my own process for coming back from my most recent (three month) podcast break. I share the fears and guilty shamey thoughts that creep in, the overwhelm of deciding which topic to choose (there are so manyyyyy hence the "pregnant" pause!), how to reframe so you can feel genuinely GRATEFUL for the break, and how to stack up the benefits to inspire yourself into aligned action again.

There are also some mentions of how my jeweler helped me learn this lesson, a sweet memory of how and when the idea for #naptimeempires first came into my consciousness, and an exciting announcement about where we go from here.

As always - let me know your fave takeaway by taking a screenshot (or a selfie as you listen) + tagging me on Instagram @nikkielledgebrown with #naptimeempires. I'll meet you there!

SHOW NOTES: http://naptimeempires.com/060 

INSTA: http://instagram.com/nikkielledgebrown

FB GROUP: http://naptimeempires.com/facebook

MUSIC: "So Far So Close" by Jahzzar is licensed under an Attribution-ShareAlike License.

Take a listen here or in your preferred pod player and as always – let me know your fave takeaway by taking a screenshot (or a selfie) as you listen + tagging me on Instagram @nikkielledgebrown with #naptimeempires.

I’ll meet you there!

______________________________

If you enjoyed this episode, safe to say you will LOVE The Naptime Empires Survival Guide - a free email-and-audio series I created to help get you out of overwhelm / hiding in the bathroom and back into aligned, imperfect action.  Get started here: https://naptimeempires.com/guide

INSTA: https://instagram.com/nikkielledgebrown

MUSIC: "So Far So Close" by Jahzzar is licensed under an Attribution-ShareAlike License.

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Happy New Yeeeear! In this episode I catch you up on how we weathered the 2018 who-knows-what-day-it-is-anyway holiday vortex over here, my take on new year planning pressure (hint: you're the boss), a helpful reframe if you're feeling pressured to commit to a plan or a word or a vision you're just not seeing / feeling yet, and a simple challenge to show yourself some extra love this year (month, week, evening).

Enjoy! And let me know your fave takeaway by taking a screenshot + tagging me on Instagram @nikkielledgebrown.

SHOW NOTES: http://naptimeempires.com/059 

INSTA: http://instagram.com/nikkielledgebrown

FB GROUP: http://naptimeempires.com/facebook

MUSIC: "So Far So Close" by Jahzzar is licensed under an Attribution-ShareAlike License.

Take a listen here or in your preferred pod player and as always – let me know your fave takeaway by taking a screenshot (or a selfie) as you listen + tagging me on Instagram @nikkielledgebrown with #naptimeempires.

I’ll meet you there!

______________________________

If you enjoyed this episode, safe to say you will LOVE The Naptime Empires Survival Guide - a free email-and-audio series I created to help get you out of overwhelm / hiding in the bathroom and back into aligned, imperfect action.  Get started here: https://naptimeempires.com/guide

INSTA: https://instagram.com/nikkielledgebrown

MUSIC: "So Far So Close" by Jahzzar is licensed under an Attribution-ShareAlike License.

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For years Sarah Ancalmo-Ashman used her talents as a graphic designer, stylist, and creative director to craft visually compelling, award-winning print, digital, and television brand + advertising campaigns for brands like Estée Lauder, Ted Baker London, Vogue, Madonna, Origins, Mercedes Benz, Jimmy Fallon, and Coach.

In 2012, she shifted her creative focus to collaborate with rule-breaking, name-taking female entrepreneurs + thought-leaders through her branding studio Public Persona. Today she uses the strategies, techniques, and discerning eye that served the big brands to help her clients stand out miles (and millions) above the competition.

In this episode we talk about how the transition to motherhood is going for her (her little guy Lucas is 10 months old at the time had this convo). We talk about identity both in terms of visual branding and life in general - the value of having someone you trust to hold up the mirror when you’re getting foggy on what that looks like. We talk about the value of white space (and how easy it is to take it for granted), and how to design your life and business around what you value most in a given season.

Tune in and tag us on Instagram @publicpersona @nikkielledgebrown with your fave takeaways!

SHOW NOTES: http://naptimeempires.com/058 

INSTA: http://instagram.com/nikkielledgebrown

FB GROUP: http://naptimeempires.com/facebook

MUSIC: "So Far So Close" by Jahzzar is licensed under an Attribution-ShareAlike License.

Take a listen here or in your preferred pod player and as always – let me know your fave takeaway by taking a screenshot (or a selfie) as you listen + tagging me on Instagram @nikkielledgebrown with #naptimeempires.

I’ll meet you there!

______________________________

If you enjoyed this episode, safe to say you will LOVE The Naptime Empires Survival Guide - a free email-and-audio series I created to help get you out of overwhelm / hiding in the bathroom and back into aligned, imperfect action.  Get started here: https://naptimeempires.com/guide

INSTA: https://instagram.com/nikkielledgebrown

MUSIC: "So Far So Close" by Jahzzar is licensed under an Attribution-ShareAlike License.

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Weird ep warning: I'm calling in a quick favor today, dude. Would LOVE and so appreciate it if you'd play along! If you've enjoyed any or all of these podcast episodes, this week I'm (selfishly and shamelessly) asking you to take two minutes (or less) to leave a rating + review to tell me so.

WHY? Because I'm at the very beginning (fun AND awkward) stages of writing my first book, have NO shortage of ideas, and could use some aligned human (aka dreamie) reflections to serve as bumpers in the bowling lane at the moment.

This review doesn't need to be fancy, clever, or any certain length. TRUTH is what I'm looking for. I'd just love to know why you tune in to this podcast. It can be a particular message or solo episode... a key takeaway, perspective shift, or even a feeling.

Just let me know you're out there - and what you're getting from these convos we've been having in my guest room studio ;)

BONUS: If you're listening to this LIVE as it goes up - when you leave a review, screenshot it, and tag me @nikkielledgebrown in your Instastory between now and Friday 12/21/18, you'll be on the short list of potential dreamies who could win a free 1:1 sesh with me. And finally - if you love the idea of working with me 1:1 - personalized pep talks, reality checks, friendtorship sessions, etc. - GOOD! Because I'm opening up a few 1:1 spots for 2019.

Visit http://workwithnikki.com to apply and tell me more about what you're looking for. If I think we'd make a great match, I'll let you know, and if not, I'll do my best to point you in the direction of someone or something that can help you with your next right step. Sound good? SWEET!

Meet me in the ep if you want more details, or tap on over to leave your review now. THANK YOU in advance for making the time <3

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FB GROUP: http://naptimeempires.com/facebook

MUSIC: "So Far So Close" by Jahzzar is licensed under an Attribution-ShareAlike License.

Take a listen here or in your preferred pod player and as always – let me know your fave takeaway by taking a screenshot (or a selfie) as you listen + tagging me on Instagram @nikkielledgebrown with #naptimeempires.

I’ll meet you there!

______________________________

If you enjoyed this episode, safe to say you will LOVE The Naptime Empires Survival Guide - a free email-and-audio series I created to help get you out of overwhelm / hiding in the bathroom and back into aligned, imperfect action.  Get started here: https://naptimeempires.com/guide

INSTA: https://instagram.com/nikkielledgebrown

MUSIC: "So Far So Close" by Jahzzar is licensed under an Attribution-ShareAlike License.

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Reina Pomeroy is a speaker, coach, podcaster, founder of Reina + Co and creator of the Dreamy Client Magnet Program. In this convo we cover all kinds of life + biz goodness - from why she left her career in social work to support creative entrepreneurs, to how she intentionally created new hobbies when she realized that, well, she had none. (I can totally relate. ha)

We talk about how working fewer hours has been exactly what she needs in this season of life, how she's read over 130 (!) books in 2018, and a fun sneak peek at a big (totally not biz-related) goal she has for 2019. I love this convo and - if you could use more trust and FUN in your life - I think you will too :)

Tune in and tag us on Instagram @reinaandcompany @nikkielledgebrown with your fave takeaways!

SHOW NOTES: http://naptimeempires.com/056

INSTA: http://instagram.com/nikkielledgebrown

FB GROUP: http://naptimeempires.com/facebook

MUSIC: "So Far So Close" by Jahzzar is licensed under an Attribution-ShareAlike License.

Take a listen here or in your preferred pod player and as always – let me know your fave takeaway by taking a screenshot (or a selfie) as you listen + tagging me on Instagram @nikkielledgebrown with #naptimeempires.

I’ll meet you there!

______________________________

If you enjoyed this episode, safe to say you will LOVE The Naptime Empires Survival Guide - a free email-and-audio series I created to help get you out of overwhelm / hiding in the bathroom and back into aligned, imperfect action.  Get started here: https://naptimeempires.com/guide

INSTA: https://instagram.com/nikkielledgebrown

MUSIC: "So Far So Close" by Jahzzar is licensed under an Attribution-ShareAlike License.

Would you like to deliver your own private podcast feed to your audience? Sign up for a free trial today at Hello Audio.

If you're sitting on the figurative sidelines of your own life or business, feeling stuck in imposter syndrome and excuses - why you're not qualified, why your voice isn't as valuable as the so-and-so the next tab over, why it's just not the right time to share that message you genuinely feel called to share...pull up an earbud and get comfy, friend.

In this ep I share some ideas / reframes to help you shift OUT of imposter syndrome and INTO joining the conversation. Owning YOUR perspective for what it is at the moment, trusting that if and when your understanding shifts, you'll know what to do next.

I also encourage you to practice discernment as a *consumer* - because once you realize we're all just making this ish up as we go, you'll realize how subjective "the conversation" really is.

Get in the game, dude. We need you to play your part. (And as you do - take a screenshot and tag me on Instagram @nikkielledgebrown - I'll meet you on the field ;))

SHOW NOTES: http://naptimeempires.com/055

INSTA: http://instagram.com/nikkielledgebrown 

FB GROUP: http://naptimeempires.com/facebook

MUSIC: "So Far So Close" by Jahzzar is licensed under an Attribution-ShareAlike License.

Take a listen here or in your preferred pod player and as always – let me know your fave takeaway by taking a screenshot (or a selfie) as you listen + tagging me on Instagram @nikkielledgebrown with #naptimeempires.

I’ll meet you there!

______________________________

If you enjoyed this episode, safe to say you will LOVE The Naptime Empires Survival Guide - a free email-and-audio series I created to help get you out of overwhelm / hiding in the bathroom and back into aligned, imperfect action.  Get started here: https://naptimeempires.com/guide

INSTA: https://instagram.com/nikkielledgebrown

MUSIC: "So Far So Close" by Jahzzar is licensed under an Attribution-ShareAlike License.

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Mom guilt gets a bad wrap. << okay I didn't write that as a "gift" pun... but it's actually perfect. Because in this ep I'm speaking to the GIFT(s) of mom guilt. Specifically, I'm sharing a helpful reframe that's really shifted my view of it this year. (And how I see it differently now than I did when I recorded my first solo ep of this very podcast - http://naptimeempires.com/003).

I offer up the idea of seeing mom guilt (any guilt, and really any emotion) as valuable feedback. Instead of hot-potato'ing our way out of uncomfortable emotions, what happens if we see them as teachers and opportunities to evaluate + recalibrate?

I also share a simple (not easy, but SIMPLE) exercise that has helped me take the sting out of guilt so I can GET to the point of seeing the lesson. There's always a benefit if we're willing to look hard enough.

Have a listen and tag me in your Instastory @nikkielledgebrown with your fave aha. This convo is just beginning!

SHOW NOTES: http://naptimeempires.com/054

INSTA: http://instagram.com/nikkielledgebrown

FB GROUP: http://naptimeempires.com/facebook

MUSIC: "So Far So Close" by Jahzzar is licensed under an Attribution-ShareAlike License.

Take a listen here or in your preferred pod player and as always – let me know your fave takeaway by taking a screenshot (or a selfie) as you listen + tagging me on Instagram @nikkielledgebrown with #naptimeempires.

I’ll meet you there!

______________________________

If you enjoyed this episode, safe to say you will LOVE The Naptime Empires Survival Guide - a free email-and-audio series I created to help get you out of overwhelm / hiding in the bathroom and back into aligned, imperfect action.  Get started here: https://naptimeempires.com/guide

INSTA: https://instagram.com/nikkielledgebrown

MUSIC: "So Far So Close" by Jahzzar is licensed under an Attribution-ShareAlike License.

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Rachel Rodgers is the founder of Hello Seven + Million Dollar Badass, a mastermind for business owners who are committed AF to making seven figures.

In this episode she shares how she was able to grow her business exponentially while on bed rest during her second pregnancy, what she loves about being the primary breadwinner for her fam, what’s currently lighting her up in her business and why she says her “Million Dollar Badass Framework” is about so much more than just money, and a WHOLE LOT MORE.

Tune in and tag us on Instagram @rachrodgers @nikkielledgebrown with your fave takeaways!

SHOW NOTES: http://naptimeempires.com/053

INSTA: http://instagram.com/nikkielledgebrown

FB GROUP: http://naptimeempires.com/facebook

MUSIC: "So Far So Close" by Jahzzar is licensed under an Attribution-ShareAlike License.

Take a listen here or in your preferred pod player and as always – let me know your fave takeaway by taking a screenshot (or a selfie) as you listen + tagging me on Instagram @nikkielledgebrown with #naptimeempires.

I’ll meet you there!

______________________________

If you enjoyed this episode, safe to say you will LOVE The Naptime Empires Survival Guide - a free email-and-audio series I created to help get you out of overwhelm / hiding in the bathroom and back into aligned, imperfect action.  Get started here: https://naptimeempires.com/guide

INSTA: https://instagram.com/nikkielledgebrown

MUSIC: "So Far So Close" by Jahzzar is licensed under an Attribution-ShareAlike License.

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