Juggling motherhood and business with Amy Dawe

SummaryAmy shares her journey of starting her own business as a virtual assistant (VA) after leaving her corporate banking job. She emphasises the importance of simplicity and going with the flow in both life and business. Amy discusses the challenges of balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship, setting boundaries with family members, and the need for constant adaptation as your business grows. She also highlights the rewards of being a business owner, such as the ability to be present for your children and create a life of freedom and flexibility. Amy encourages aspiring mompreneurs to believe in themselves and take the leap into entrepreneurship, reminding them that if she can do it, anyone can. Key Takeaways: Building a successful business requires hard work and resilience, but the rewards are worth it. Balance is not about equal distribution of time and energy; it's about prioritising what is most important in each moment. Starting a business has nothing to do with your qualifications or background; it's about being brave and giving it a go. The impact you make on your family and your own life through entrepreneurship is invaluable. The Seed VA community provides support and connection for moms at all stages of business, from startups to scaling. Timestamp 0:00:01 Introduction and discussion about podcasting 0:02:24 Leah asks about guest's background and identity outside of being a mom and business owner 0:03:59 Amy describes herself as a normal person who loves simplicity 0:07:00 Amy explains her decision to start her own business 0:08:29 Amy discusses the challenges of balancing motherhood and business ownership 0:10:06 Leah asks about how guest stays motivated with multiple roles 0:11:59 Amy emphasises the importance of purpose and impact in staying motivated 0:15:03 Leah & Amy discuss the misconception of business being easy 0:17:34 Amy shares her advice for moms starting their own businesses 0:24:52 Amy talks about the future of her business and the Seed VA community 0:30:28 Leah asks guest for advice for moms considering starting a business 0:34:30 Amy provides information on how to connect with her and her offers Website: https://www.seedvirtualassistants.com.au/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seedva.mentor/ Amy's Offerings: https://www.seedvirtualassistants.com.au/training