In this episode, Laura interviews Puja Malhotra, founder of Roop Creative Agency, discussing the challenges and triumphs of navigating motherhood while running a business. Puja shares her journey of balancing cultural expectations, embracing authenticity, and the importance of community and mentorship. The conversation highlights the pressures faced by women, particularly those from immigrant backgrounds, and the significance of representation in entrepreneurship. Pooja emphasizes the need for women to be selfish in their pursuits and to showcase their full selves in both personal and professional spaces.

Takeaways

• Puja Malhotra is a brand strategist and founder of Roop Creative Agency.
• Navigating motherhood while running a business can be challenging but fulfilling.
• Community support is crucial for balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship.
• Cultural expectations can add pressure to mothers, especially in immigrant families.
• Embracing authenticity and being selfish is important for personal fulfillment.
• Mentorship plays a key role in empowering women in business.
• Representation matters in entrepreneurship and can inspire future generations.
• Women often feel the need to prove themselves in both motherhood and work.
• It's okay to change and evolve over time in both personal and professional identities.
• Finding joy in cultural traditions while balancing modern expectations is essential.

In this episode you will hear:

00:00 - Introduction to Puja and Her Journey
01:00 - Navigating Motherhood and Entrepreneurship
06:00 - Cultural Expectations and Identity
09:58 - The Pressure of Cultural Traditions
15:03 - Embracing Selfishness and Authenticity
20:03 - Mentorship and Community Building
25:04 - The Importance of Representation
28:59 - Conclusion and Connection Opportunities

Puja's Links:

Website: https://www.roopcreativeagency.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roopcreativeagency/

Join This Mother Means Business : www.thismothermeansbusiness.com

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