We celebrate mothers who have started a home based business! Moms make this choice so that they can stay at home with their babes and we applaud them. We also know how challenging it can be to take care of children and run a small business. Working with moms all day long, it's easy to see that they need mutual support, information on best practices and some guidance in areas where their skill set may fall short to make that home-based business the success it should be. After all, we can't be expected to know everything! I believe 'it takes a village,' so I've also included a resource section with some tools to help you out.
Below are a few moms from my practice that are extraordinary and we want to share their businesses with you! If you know someone that is a Mom by day and a super hero by night (maybe it's you!), please tell us all about her.
www.reapcalgary.com
REAP stands for Respect for the Earth and All People. REAP business association is located in Calgary and supports individuals and businesses that are committed to advancing sustainable lifestyles. Each business member believes in corporate social responsibility by buying green power, paying employees a living wage, supporting local suppliers and giving back to their community. REAP’s mission is to help educate people about the impact of their decisions in order to make more decisions that have positive consequences.
www.stelladot.com/miranda
Every girl knows the secret to a great looking outfit is to accessorize. Stella & Dot are the specialists in accessorizing and their accessories are fabulous. Stella & Dot’s trunk shows are the newest way of shopping at home. The companies’ mission is not only to sell stylish pieces to busy women, but also to provide a stylish, flexible way of running a business from home for busy women.
www.mycmsite.com/sites/lesleygeorge
Lesley George is a mom who took a passion for scrapbooking to a whole other level. Lesley’s home based creative memories business offers a different way to approach scrapbooking that leads to completed albums and to personal satisfaction and pride. As your creative memories consultant, Lesley will help you find it easier to complete albums and achieve your dream of sharing your photos and memories with your family and friends.
www.entrepreneurialmoms.com
"With EMI, we can all be a vessel for the message of hope for women everywhere who perhaps think that the time for their dreams has passed, because they're now moms. Nothing could be further from the truth. My spirit soars when we can have a hand in the success of a mom of four in launching her dance academy- a grown woman who, as a little girl, dreamed of doing exactly that. That mom then sets an example for her own children to never give up on their dreams, and that with perseverance all things are possible. That's a lasting impact, and having a hand in something that lasting is like an elixir for me,' says Christie Schultz of Calgary.
Entrepreneurial Moms International™ (EMI) is the premier global networking community created for and exclusively serving the mom entrepreneur and work-at-home mom communities across the globe.
My name is Meagan, and I’ve designed a set of kitchen and fashion styling services to help modern women and men feel good inside and out. I have the first-hand experience of trying to do it all and look good while doing it, and I know that sometimes, you need a little help.
HouseLife was created to help you achieve the look you’ve always wanted, learn the cooking habits you wish you had, or simply save you some time so you can spend it doing something you really like. Mostly, HouseLife was created to help you know your worth, like what you see in the mirror and assist you in presenting that amazing person to the world.
Resources for WFHM
www.jenniferpowter.com
Jennifer Powter, MSc, CPCC is a certified professional life coach, fitness specialist, trained facilitator, Ironman athlete, business consultant to women entrepreneurs, speaker, wife and mom to two little ones. She has a unique approach to creating and living a full life and has appeared on CityTV, Global and CTV to talk about her one-of-a-kind programs & workshops which have also been featured in over 30 different journals and magazines across the country. Her true gift lies in helping women who lead busy, complicated lives reconnect with what matters most to them and from that place, create a life that is truly fun to live. Jen is not only a role model, but also an excellent resource for women. Her clients describe working with her as both inspiring and challenging as she gently (and sometimes not so gently) nudges you to live your best life possible. Check out Jen's Entrepreneurial Boot Camp home study program for moms wanting to start a new business. This is great!
Babypreneur My good friend Leah has accomplished more than any mom could imagine really, and has remained a centered, family focused, loving mom and gracious friend to many. Find out more about how she can help you if you are in the baby retail business. You will love her!!
www.entrepreneurialmoms.com
Entrepreneurial Moms International™ (EMI) is the premier global networking community created for and exclusively serving the mom entrepreneur and work-at-home mom communities across the globe.
We welcome Entrepreneurial Moms planning to start or already running their own businesses, as well as those moms who have always had the "business bug" and don't quite know how to get started. Together with our media partner, MOMeo Magazine, our aim is to connect, support, educate, promote, inspire and empower moms in building a business while raising a family.
www.MOMeoMagazine.com is a resource for Entrepreneurial Mothers that includes articles addressing work life, family life and playtime for mommy.Success on your terms!