Real Talk on Mum Guilt, Money Mistakes & Making It Work - with Samara and Jen

Ever juggled clients, kids, and business—and felt like you were barely holding it together?In this honest and heart filled episode, Samara and Jen dive deep into the real talk so many women in business crave. From the early solo days to salon ownership, they unpack the guilt, the financial faceplants, and the little wins that make it all worth it.💬 Inside:The truth about mum guilt (and why it never fully goes away)What they wish they’d done differently with moneyWhy burnout nearly broke them—and how they came back strongerThe mindset shifts that helped them grow as leaders and womenIf you've ever thought “is it just me?”—this one’s for you.🎧 Hit play to feel seen, heard, and supported. You’re not alone.What we cover:00:00 Introduction and Authenticity 00:09 Burnout and Purpose 00:44 Reflecting on Life Choices 00:59 Podcast Promotion 01:38 Casual Catch-Up 02:13 Business Insights and Advice 16:22 Motherhood and Business 21:37 Balancing Family and Outsourcing 22:25 Dealing with Mom Guilt 25:06 Setting Boundaries for Work-Life Balance 26:24 Leadership and Team Management 33:00 Financial Lessons and Wins 36:18 Reflecting on Personal and Professional Growth 40:03 Biggest Cheerleaders and Final Thoughts Mentioned in this episode:Timelyhttps://www.salonrising.com💛 A Limited Time Offer From Our Amazing Sponsor, Timely 💛➡ Timely is the easy to use booking and payments system that puts salon owners in control of the whole client experience from the first booking to final payment.➡ Salon Rising listeners get a 14 day free trial plus 50% off their first 3 months.➡ And until August 1st, when you activate with Payments, you'll also get a free Touchscreen terminal, worth $349 + GST.Use the code SALONRISING at checkout or click the link below to get started. Once you're set up, your Timely contact will take care of the rest. 👇Timely💖 Celebrating Our Podcast Partner – Christophe Robin, proudly distributed by McM ImportsWe’ve partnered with Christophe Robin and MCM Imports to bring you something beautiful:➡ Experience the Christophe Robin Discovery Box — curated by pro ambassador Monique McMahon.➡ Inside, you’ll find her handpicked favourites — the hero products she swears by in the salon.It’s your invitation to explore the range and discover why Christophe Robin has become a quiet obsession among stylists who know their craft.Click the link below to request your FREE Christophe Robin Discovery Box, exclusively through McM Imports. 👇MCM