Mom Means Business
by Jessica Lorello
We are here to host your weekly mom business meeting. Join us for some celebrations, laughter, good conversation, and a packed meeting agenda. Thank you for tuning in to Mom Means Business. Please send us some love at [email protected].
Episodes
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GUEST SPEAKER: Emily Ferrell with New Parent Law
In this episode of Mom Means Business, we’re joined by Emily Ferrell, the attorney/mom/woman behind New Parent Law. As a Family Wealth Attorney, Emily specializes in helping parents protect their families both legally and financially — all while building a foundation for generational wealth. If...
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GUEST SPEAKER: Wendy Strgar, Founder of Good Clean Love
🚨 Disclaimer: This episode is not kid-friendly. We discuss vaginal health, sexual wellness, and topics intended for adult audiences only. This week on Mom Means Business, we’re diving deep into a conversation that’s often whispered about — but never shouted from the rooftops. Our guest, Wendy...
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GUEST SPEAKER: Liz Hansen of Chicago Boudoir Photography
This week on Mom Means Business, we’re dialing up the self-love and confidence with our guest Liz Hansen, owner and photographer at Chicago Boudoir Photography Studio — a boutique studio that’s redefined what it means to feel seen. We kick things off getting to know Liz — photographer,...
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GUEST SPEAKER: Jennifer Yeh, COO and Co-Founder of Shoott
This week on Mom Means Business, we're bringing you an episode with stories of growth, grit, and a healthy dose of fun along the way! Our guest, Jennifer Yeh, COO and Co-Founder of Shoott, joins us to share how she helped take a startup from $800K to $9 million, all while balancing life as a mom…
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GUEST SPEAKER: Redefining Childcare with Heart – Carson Wagner, CEO and Founder of Lifetime of Love Nannies
This week on Mom Means Business, we’re diving deep into the world of modern childcare, entrepreneurship, and the power of showing up — with heart. 💛 Team Huddle – We kick things off with a real mom-to-mom chat about what summer really looks like when you’re juggling work, household logistics…
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GUEST SPEAKER: Kelsey Cook, Founder and CEO of Learning with Kelsey
This week on the Mom Means Business podcast, we’re kicking off our team meeting with sliding minivan doors and big dreams — yep, we’re talking Honda Odysseys, carpool convos, and how this week’s guest, Kelsey Cook, turned everyday parenting moments into a thriving educational business. Team…
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GUEST SPEAKER: Erica Groussman, CEO of TRUBAR
This week’s Mom Means Business meeting is exciting — we’ve got a guest at the mic: Erica Groussman, founder and CEO of TRUBAR, the protein bar brand that’s rewriting the snack game. Here's what's on the agenda: Team Huddle We kick things off with padel (the fastest-growing sport in the world),...
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Episode 10 - Meeting Recap: Inspire Forward with Nataly Huff
In this Mom Means Business meeting recap, Jessica covers how Inspire Forward is all about purpose-driven leadership, authentic growth, and how to lead with emotional intelligence. Here’s the meeting breakdown: If you are thinking about seeking a coach -- reach out to Nataly for a FREE 30 minute...
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Episode 9: GUEST SPEAKER: Purpose-Driven Growth with Nataly Huff from Inspire Forward
Welcome to this week’s Mom Means Business podcast—your favorite weekly mom biz meeting! A powerhouse episode featuring Nataly Huff, founder of Inspire Forward. With 15+ years of leadership experience under her belt, Nataly is no stranger to challenging the status quo, developing high-performing...
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Recap Meeting: DIP Haircare
Let’s give a big round of applause to Kate Assaraf, CEO and Founder of DIP Sustainable Hair Care. She’s showing us what it looks like to grow a thriving 7-figure brand without chasing algorithms, influencers, or big-box validation. Major kudos for keeping it real and proving you can grow big…
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Episode 7: GUEST SPEAKER - Kate Assaraf, CEO and Founder of DIP Sustainable Haircare
Kate Assaraf, the powerhouse CEO and Founder of DIP Sustainable Hair Care joins me in a fun mom conversation. Kate has done what so many entrepreneurs dream of—she built a 7-figure brand, championing small businesses, and reshaping the beauty industry on her own terms. As NJ’s 2024 Mompreneur of...
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Episode 6: [Flawless] Feedback
In this episode, we kick things off with a little WATER COOLER TALK about Miami nostalgia, some spring break chatter, and the unofficial start of allergy season—hello, pollen! Our Book Chat is about The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo. Then, we dive into our Business Chatter, breaking down the art…
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Episode 5: Let's Learn about Parento
Episode 5: Learn about Parento Water Cooler Talk Sickness is happening everywhere What do you do when you feel sickness come on? Mom Books The New Menopause by: Mary Claire Haver Book of Joy By: Dalai Lama & Rev. Desmond Tutu Do I know you? By: Sadie Dingfelder Business Chatter Parento overview…
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Episode 4: Useful Mom Tools
Episode 4: Useful Tools Water Cooler Talk Jan recap Peloton trip Mom Jams Lose yourself - Eminem Business Chatter Useful resources to make life easier as a mom. Do you have suggestions, questions or opinions, reach out at [email protected]. We love to hear from you! Follow Mom…
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Episode 3: Jamie is HERE!
Jessica and Jamie just have a chat. Join us in the fun! Email us: [email protected]
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Episode 2: January is here to stay
Water Cooler Talk Reading the Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt Girls weekend Mom Jams APT Business Chatter Self Doubt - don’t bring it into 2025 Shout to Be Still Getaways News in the biz world Social media outlets for generations Do you have suggestions, questions or opinions, reach out at...
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Episode 1: Moving Forward
Water Cooler Talk Elephant in the room What will the podcast look like moving forward? Goals for 2025 Mom Jams Beyonce - 16 carriages Kids are listening to descendants everything Business Chatter Company Finances Retirement savings - Vanguard. As an entrepreneur you may not be thinking…
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AI Part Tres
Jamie and Jessica move from the basics of AI to practical uses of AI. This is part 3 of a 3 part discussion. Victories and Celebrations Keep showing up Water Cooler Talk Team retreat - Jamie Instagram post about millennial meetings - Jamie Prioritizing professional development Sephora sale Convo...
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AI Part Dos
Jamie and Jessica move from the basics of AI to practical uses of AI. This is part 2 of a 3 part discussion. Victories and Celebrations Parenting is hard this week. Water Cooler Talk Talkspace A&F documentary Botox Mom Jams Silence Business Chatter AI: How to use it? News in the biz world…
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AI Part uno
Jamie and Jessica discuss the basics of AI. What you need to know as it relates to AI. This is a 3 part series so come along for the ride. Victories and Celebrations Showed up. Summer Camps booked and planned Water Cooler Talk Peloton apparel Pi Day Mom Jams 90s Jams Business Chatter AI: The…
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A lawsuit sucks
Episode 5: A lawsuit sucks Jamie and Jessica discuss tips to get you through your first lawsuit, your second lawsuit, any lawsuit that comes your way. We work through tips that will help you come out on the other side. Victories and Celebrations The pivot for Galentine’s Going on trip to…
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Special Guest: Brittany Boyce, Something Bleu Chartcuterie
We talk with Brittany Boyce about her company, Something Bleu Charcuterie out of Charlotte, NC. Visit her website and order here: https://www.somethingbleucharcuterie.com/
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It's all a Puzzle
Episode 3: It’s all a Puzzle We wrapped up our discussion on the differences between Entrepreneur, Intrapreneur and Trusted Advisor and how these roles are important to you as a woman and a business owner, and mom. Victories and Celebrations January is over! Water Cooler Talk Breastmilk jewelry...
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Entrepreneur & Intrapreneur
We are starting a discussion on the differences between Entrepreneur and Intrapreneur and how these roles are important to you as a woman and a business owner, and mom. Victories and Celebrations Nuun Ambassadors First guest joining in 2 weeks. Water Cooler Talk Winter Express Jeans Women need to...
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2024 Turn the page
New year. Fresh start. Goals. What’s to come in 2024 on the podcast… Water Cooler Talk Podcast goals Personal Goal sharing Goals Mom Jams This segment might interchange with Mom books. Higher Love - Whitney Houston and Kygo Keep holding on - Avril Lavigne Business Chatter Entrepreneur definition…
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What is failure?
Holiday celebrations, a little holiday game, and of course we definitely get down to business. Victories and Celebrations Embracing slow season in business Being open to talking about the hard times. Water Cooler Talk What is a failure anyway? Cleaning up Christmas decor Role of the CEO Texting...
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Team meetings aren’t all terrible
Black Friday purchases, mental wellness tools, and a plan to have a productive team meeting. Victories and Celebrations Productive week Meeting 3 mile goals Water Cooler Talk Black Friday purchases Doing everything in the Christmas season The Jean debacle - Express vs. Abercrombie Mom Jams Higher...
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Tis the Season
Post thanksgiving chitter chatter and a whole lot of mental health awareness. Victories and Celebrations Podcast Taking the week off Water Cooler Talk Olipop Thanksgiving days Express sizes Mom Jams Up up up - Anthony Brown and Group TherApy Hot sauce - Briland Pure Silence - Quiet DMB Business...
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Thanksgiving Goodness
Thanksgiving is Jessica’s favorite holiday so there is a lot of holiday tradition chat. Water Cooler Talk Thanksgiving menu Thanksgiving tablescapes Gratefulness journal Business Chatter Find your holiday that you want to give thanks to your clients/customers – it doesn’t have to be around the...
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Insurance is a doozy!
We have a lengthy water cooler talk with everything from advent calendars to Jamie’s birthday plans. Water Cooler Talk Gala and amazon finds. Why are we skipping Thanksgiving? JFK Documentary on Disney+ After school activities for kids. Mom Jams Yeah - Usher More Taylor Swift Business Chatter…
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Make an ethics Statement
It's been an eventful week, and this episode comes with a spicy cuban ready to chat! Water Cooler Talk Jessica brings driving tips to the table. Clean beauty, clean skincare with EWG-verified products Keeping a November kindness and gratitude calendar. More Peloton tips Mom Jams Blast from the…
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Goals and Boundaries
It's a crisp fall morning; one of the finest things in life. Business Meeting Agenda: Water Cooler Talk - “Meet me at the water cooler meet me at the water cooler.. We gotta chat, we gotta chat.” Book talk Halloween nails Birthday parties Mom Jams Something Good - Anthony Brown and Group Therapy...
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Graceful Transitions
Celebrating the not so little things is a good way to maintain a positive mental health and get the most out of life. Business Meeting Agenda: Water Cooler Talk - “Meet me at the water cooler meet me at the water cooler.. We gotta chat, we gotta chat.” Jewelry clasps Crockpot season Vintage…
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Intellectual Property is a Thing
Welcome to another exciting episode of the Mom Means Business podcast! We have some fantastic new segments we are adding to the show. Business Meeting Agenda: Water Cooler Talk The difference between club soda, seltzer and sparkling water Rebranding on the podcast Mom Jams Beyonce - Energy Covers...
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Embracing the Journey
Celebrating the 30s! Business Meeting Agenda: Water Cooler Talk Facial regimens Eye issues The scale is just a number Jessica’s MIL shined light on work in the 1970s Wasted office time Pool membership Business Notes Celebrate the journey of entrepreneurship. Think about an entrepreneur or a…
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Purpose Driven Success
It's summertime and you can feel it here. Business Meeting Agenda: Water Cooler Talk Shifts in family summer flow. No summer camp vs. summer camp. Upcoming return to consistency. Business Note: The importance of understanding the purpose behind your business and how it can drive success. Do you...
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Halloween Special
It's Halloweeen! Are your decorations set up? If you have not been feeling the Halloween vibes before listening to this episode, we hope you are before you are done. Water Cooler Talk Memorable costumes while growing up A good list of movies to watch or shows to watch with your kids. Business...
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Business Checklist Afterthoughts.
Business Meeting Agenda: Water Cooler Talk Jamie goes to Taylor Swift round 2. Great Wolf Lodge recap. Kombucha tutorial Great ice cream brands Business Notes After our concluded Starting Your Business Checklist series, we want this episode to be an afterthought. Do you really want to launch a...
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That’s a wrap on your checklist!
Welcome to another exciting episode of the Mom Means Business podcast! Today, we wrap up the checklist for launching your business, covering a range of topics that will help you kickstart your entrepreneurial journey. Business Meeting Agenda: We take a moment to appreciate the hardworking…
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The Business Checklist continues…
Let's start with celebrating not re-recording 50 minutes of information. Technology was not on our side after last show, but we got it rolling! Business Meeting Agenda: Water Cooler Talk Jamie hosted her sister's bachelorette party. She fills us in on the fun and glamour. Jamie and Jessica share...
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Start Your Business Checklist
Today, our celebration is for all the amazing moms out there, as well as those who identify as moms or caregivers. We know how much work you do, and we hope you will take it one day at a time. Business Meeting Agenda: Water Cooler Talk Finding the motivation in people getting out and walking when...
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WE DID IT!! Podcast Launch!
Welcome to the Mom Means Business podcast! This premiere episode starts with an introduction of who we are and lays the groundwork for what’s to come in future episodes. Our goal is to create a space where women can feel heard and connected, even if it's through a podcast. We hope that in this...
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We are here to host your weekly mom business meeting. Join us for some celebrations, laughter, good conversation, and a packed meeting agenda. Thank you for tuning in to Mom Means Business. Please send us some love at [email protected].
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Jessica Lorello
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