Do you ever feel like all the business advice out there was written for people who don't have kids?

In this episode, I sit down with marketing strategist and founder of This Mother Means Business, Laura Sinclair, to talk about what it really looks like to build a thriving business as a mom without burning out or sacrificing your family in the process.

Laura shares the truth about why most business advice simply doesn't fit the realities of motherhood, and why finding mentors who get your season of life is a total game-changer.

Together, we unpack the myths of "hustle culture," discuss the importance of redefining success, and explore how moms can grow profitable businesses on their own terms.

If you've ever felt like you're falling behind or trying to keep up with people living in a completely different reality, this episode will remind you that you're not alone — and that success as a mom and entrepreneur is absolutely possible.

Episode Timeline: [2:22] – Why moms need mentors who actually understand the realities of motherhood and entrepreneurship. [6:37] – The empathy gap: what non-parents often miss when advising mom business owners. [10:12] – Three personal experiences that shaped Laura's mission to support entrepreneurial moms. [20:10] – The myth of "keeping up" and why moms must stop comparing their pace to others. [27:18] – Rethinking what success means: ambition, money, and motherhood in harmony. [42:37] – Inside This Mother Means Business: a community built for moms who want both family and financial freedom.

Top 5 Quotes:

1. "Nobody understands what it's like to be a mom entrepreneur unless you're a mom entrepreneur."

2. "When people get spicy about it, they're just proving my point. You can't understand what you haven't lived."

3. "When my time comes, I really hope that it's not like, 'Wow, Laura really made a lot of money and she was really thin.' Those are not the things that I hope my children say about me."

4. "It's not about doing it all; it's about having it all, in the way that works for you."

5. "We put ourselves in races against people who don't even know that they've signed up for a race. Motherhood and business aren't competitions."

Links & Resources:

• 💻 Visit Laura's community: thismothermeansbusiness.com

• 📸 Follow Laura on Instagram: @itslaurasinclair

Closing Remark: If this episode spoke to your heart, I'd love for you to share it with another mom entrepreneur who needs the reminder that she's not alone.

And if you enjoyed our conversation, please rate, follow, and review The Nourished CEO Podcast — it truly helps more amazing mamas like you discover the show and join our community of thriving, purpose-driven business owners. 💛