The Melissa Harms Show

What if the best business strategy you’ll ever find isn’t in a bestselling business book…but in Scripture?In this episode, we’re diving into business lessons from the Proverbs 31 woman and how this often-misunderstood passage can completely transform the way you build your business.So many women hear “Proverbs 31” and immediately feel overwhelmed…like they’re falling short of an impossible standard. But when we read this passage in context, we see something very different. This isn’t a daily checklist, it’s wisdom. A picture of a woman whose life is rooted in God and expressed through discipline, strategy, freedom, and joy.And that has everything to do with how we do business.Inside this episode, we talk about:-What the Proverbs 31 woman really represents (and why she’s not meant to discourage you)-How to build a strategic and intentional business-The key difference that sets her apart: freedom and joy-Why the fear of the Lord is the root of everything-True peace and confidence in business come from being deeply rooted in Him-How to keep your priorities in the right order-Building a business that supports your life instead of competing with it-What it looks like to work with discipline without carrying pressureThis episode will challenge you to think differently about success, and I pray it lifts the burden of pressure when it comes to building your business.Mom to Entrepreneur MasterclassLearn how to validate your business idea and take clear, confident steps to launch quickly.Watch the free masterclass here!✨ Want personalized help and accountability? Learn about my VIP 1:1 coaching here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://melissaharmscoaching.com/coaching⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠👉 Subscribe to this podcast for Biblical business strategy for Christian women.Resources from this episode:Subscribe to my ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow along on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch this episode and more on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠

If you’re a Christian woman building a business, you’ve probably felt the tension. You want to grow something meaningful without wasting years chasing success that doesn’t actually matter.In this episode, I’m sharing what it really looks like to grow your business God’s way.We’re talking about staying faithful in your current season, building with integrity, and keeping an eternal perspective so your business becomes something that serves others and honors God, not something that consumes you.Because the truth is… you can’t’t actually lose when you’re walking in obedience.✨ Want personalized help and accountability? Learn about my VIP 1:1 coaching here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://melissaharmscoaching.com/coaching⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠👉 Subscribe to this podcast for Biblical business strategy for Christian women.Resources from this episode:Subscribe to my ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow along on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch this episode and more on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠

Most Christian women entrepreneurs don’t struggle because they lack passion or ideas, they struggle because they’ve never been given a clear, strategic foundation to build on.Instead, they piece together random strategies, jump between platforms, and wonder why consistent sales never follow.In this episode, I’m breaking down the exact framework I use to help women build profitable, high-end businesses from the start, without spending years undercharging or feeling stuck at the bottom of the market.I’m sharing my Premium Positioning Pyramid, a simple 4-step framework that will help you position yourself as a brand people trust, value, and can’t wait to buy from.If you’ve ever felt like your business is all over the place or not getting the traction it should, or if you’re just starting your business and want to do it the right way, this will bring so much clarity.✨ Want personalized help and accountability? Learn about my VIP 1:1 coaching here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://melissaharmscoaching.com/coaching⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠👉 Subscribe to this podcast for Biblical business strategy for Christian women.Resources from this episode:Subscribe to my ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow along on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch this episode and more on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠

You're a mom who wants to build a real business so you can stay home with your kids while bringing in meaningful income.But how do you know if your business idea is viable? Most business ideas fail not because they're bad ideas, they fail because they're missing one of the three main ingredients to a profitable, sustainable business.In this episode, I'm breaking down the one framework that can save you from wasting years building something nobody wanted to pay for.It's three simple things that have to converge, and when all three line up, that’s when the magic happens.When one's missing? You could waste years spinning your wheels, wondering why it’s not working.Listen to the end and you'll know exactly where your business idea stands.✨ Want personalized help and accountability? Learn about my VIP 1:1 coaching here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://melissaharmscoaching.com/coaching⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠👉 Subscribe to this podcast for Biblical business strategy for Christian women.Resources from this episode:Subscribe to my ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow along on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch this episode and more on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠

If selling has ever felt awkward, pushy, or just plain hard… this might be the mindset shift you’ve been missing.In today’s video, I’m sharing a powerful shift that completely changed how I sell in my business, and honestly, it’s something I wish I fully understood years ago.After 14 years of entrepreneurship, this is one of those next-level realizations that has not only transformed my own sales…but has changed everything for my clients as well.The truth?Most people are selling the wrong way.Whether you’re selling a course, coaching, digital products, or even physical products,this video will help you rethink how you talk about what you offer so it actually connects and converts.If you want selling to feel less forced and less about you, you’re in the right place.Key Takeaways:People don’t buy what you sell, they buy what it does for themFeatures inform, but feelings sellHope and vision convert more than pain pointsYour pricing should reflect the value you create, not your time or costs✨ Want personalized help and accountability? Learn about my VIP 1:1 coaching here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://melissaharmscoaching.com/coaching⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠👉 Subscribe to this podcast for Biblical business strategy for Christian women.Resources from this episode:Subscribe to my ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow along on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch this episode and more on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠

If you’ve ever felt unqualified, unsure, or like you’re not “cut out” for business… this one’s for you.In today’s episode, we’re looking at the story of Moses through the lens of entrepreneurship and calling. Because the truth is, the Bible isn’t just something we read for encouragement… it actually speaks into how we live, lead, and build.Moses’ story is one I come back to again and again. He doubted himself. He felt unprepared. He had a complicated past. And yet, God still chose him, used him, and worked through him in powerful ways.Inside this episode, I’m walking through 9 lessons from Moses’ story that directly apply to business and leadership:Why feeling unqualified doesn’t mean you’re disqualifiedHow God uses what you already have (even when it feels like not enough)Why your past isn’t something to hide, but something God can useThe reality that obedience doesn’t always make things easierWhy you’re not meant to build or lead aloneHow to handle criticism when you step into leadershipThe importance of going back to God again and againWhat biblical rest actually looks like (and why it matters in business)And the reminder we all need: this was never about you doing it all on your own.I also share a bit of my own story and how deeply I relate to Moses, especially in seasons where I feel like I don’t have what it takes.If you’re a Christian entrepreneur (or even just someone trying to walk in obedience in this season), I hope this encourages you to keep going even when it feels uncomfortable or uncertain.You don’t have to be the most qualified. You just have to be willing.✨ Want personalized help and accountability? Learn about my VIP 1:1 coaching here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://melissaharmscoaching.com/coaching⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠👉 Subscribe to this podcast for Biblical business strategy for Christian women.Resources from this episode:Subscribe to my ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow along on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch this episode and more on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠

If raising your prices has ever made you feel uncomfortable, guilty, or even “less Christ-like,” this episode is for you.So many Christian women in business struggle with pricing. And it’s not because they lack skill or value, but because of the beliefs they’re carrying around money, generosity, and what it means to serve others well.In this episode, we’re unpacking the real reasons you’re undercharging, why raising your prices is actually a good thing, and how to step into premium pricing with confidence.Because the truth is, your pricing doesn’t just affect your income… it impacts your influence, your freedom, and the level of impact you’re able to make.I hope this message changes the way you approach pricing so you can truly scale your business.✨ Want personalized help and accountability? Learn about my VIP 1:1 coaching here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://melissaharmscoaching.com/coaching⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠👉 Subscribe for weekly, school‑hours‑friendly business tips!Resources from this episode:Subscribe to my ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow along on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch this episode and more on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the four businesses I’ve built over the last 14 years as an entrepreneur and stay-at-home mom.I ran each of these businesses in 20 hours a week or less, and they all generated income that helped our family reach our financial goals.I’ll walk you through each one, including how I made money, the pros and cons, and the biggest lesson I learned from running it.I hope this peek into my businesses helps give you the clarity and confidence you need to step into your calling and scale the business you've been dreaming of.✨ Want personalized help and accountability? Learn about my VIP 1:1 coaching here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://melissaharmscoaching.com/coaching⁠⁠⁠⁠👉 Subscribe for weekly, school‑hours‑friendly business tips!Resources from this episode:Subscribe to my ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow along on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch this episode and more on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠

Social media can be a powerful tool for entrepreneurs, but it can also quietly become one of the biggest distractions in our business.In this episode, I’m sharing an honest look at how many of us are using social media in ways that actually slow down our growth instead of helping it. I talk about the comparison trap, the mental ping-pong, and the surprising consequences of extended time on devices.I’m also sharing a few simple boundaries that can help you take back your focus (including the boundary I currently use), protect your mental health, and spend more time on the work that truly moves your business forward.✨ Want personalized help and accountability? Learn about my VIP 1:1 coaching here: ⁠⁠⁠https://melissaharmscoaching.com/coaching⁠⁠⁠👉 Subscribe for weekly, school‑hours‑friendly business tips!Resources from this episode:Subscribe to my ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow along on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch this episode and more on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠

Have you ever kept doing something in your business simply because you’ve already spent time or money on it?Maybe it’s the offer you worked so hard to build, the platform you’ve been posting on for months, or even the niche you chose years ago. Walking away can feel like admitting that all that effort was wasted.But that’s exactly how the sunk cost fallacy keeps entrepreneurs stuck.In this episode, we’re talking about how the sunk cost trap shows up in business and why it makes it so hard to pivot—even when you know something isn’t working. You’ll learn how to recognize when past investments are influencing your decisions and how to refocus your time and energy on what will actually move your business forward.I’m also sharing a personal example from my own business and walking through practical ways Christian women entrepreneurs can break free from this mindset and make clearer, more confident decisions.If you’ve ever felt guilty about letting go of something you worked hard on, this episode will help you rethink what it really means to move forward.✨ Want personalized help and accountability? Learn about my VIP 1:1 coaching here: ⁠⁠https://melissaharmscoaching.com/coaching⁠⁠👉 Subscribe for weekly, school‑hours‑friendly business tips!Resources from this episode:Subscribe to my ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow along on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch this episode and more on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠

After 13 years of building businesses in just 20 hours per week while my kids were in school, I decided to help other moms do the same.In this episode, I'm breaking down the exact 10 steps I used to launch my coaching business in just four weeks.Whether you're starting from scratch or auditing an existing business to make sure it's built on solid ground, these steps will help you get moving fast and set yourself up for real success.✨ Want personalized help and accountability? Learn about my VIP 1:1 coaching here: ⁠https://melissaharmscoaching.com/coaching⁠👉 Subscribe for weekly, school‑hours‑friendly business tips!Resources from this episode:Subscribe to my ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow along on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch this episode and more on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠

Looking for real side hustle ideas for moms that actually pay?In this episode I’m sharing business ideas you can build during school hours in about 20 hours per week or less. Many of these can reach $2,000–$4,000 per month once you get focused systems in place.I’ll walk you through four categories that fit different personalities and seasons:• Service‑based businesses (VA, social media management, copywriting, bookkeeping, podcast management, local services like cleaning or organizing, plus hybrid options like photography or party planning)• Content‑based businesses (blogging, YouTube, podcasting, Instagram/TikTok, local creator angles) • Product‑based businesses (digital templates, printables, presets, courses, plus physical products like candles, baked goods, or kids’ activity kits)• Education‑based businesses (1:1 or group coaching, memberships, workshops, tutoring, music/art lessons, and hybrid models)You’ll also hear how to choose the right path for this season, how many hours you realistically need, and how to avoid common pitfalls.If you’re a Christian mom who wants to contribute financially without a 9‑to‑5, this will help you pick a simple model, start lean, and grow with confidence.✨ Want personalized help and accountability? Learn about my VIP 1:1 coaching here: https://melissaharmscoaching.com/coaching👉 Subscribe for weekly, school‑hours‑friendly business tips!Resources from this episode:Subscribe to my ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow along on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch this episode and more on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠

What if stepping away from your business one day a week is actually the key to growing it?In this episode, I’m sharing why observing a weekly Sabbath has become a non-negotiable in my life and business, and how it’s helped me move away from burnout, create better ideas, and build a business that honors God and my family.After 14 years as an entrepreneur and owning businesses in three different niches, I’ve learned that working more hours doesn’t automatically lead to better results. In fact, hustle culture often pushes us into striving, exhaustion, and trading our 9–5 for a 24/7. There’s a better way.We’ll talk about what the Sabbath really is, why God designed us for rest, and how trusting Him with your work can lead to greater creativity, clarity, and sustainability.In this episode, we cover:What a “business Sabbath” actually looks likeWhy entrepreneurs struggle with rest more than traditional employeesThe Biblical foundation for taking a weekly day of restHow rest fuels creativity, innovation, and better ideasWhy God can do more with your work in 6 days than you can in 7How I run my business in 20–25 hours per weekPractical ways to start setting boundaries in your workweekIf you’re craving a business that honors God, supports your family, and doesn’t leave you burned out, this episode will encourage you to rethink how you approach your time, energy, and success.Ready to build or scale a God-honoring business in 20 hours a week?Apply for my VIP coaching and let’s create a simple, sustainable path forward:⁠⁠Apply for VIP 1:1 Coaching to start or grow your business⁠⁠If this episode encouraged you, I’d love for you to subscribe and leave a review so we can keep growing this community of faith-driven entrepreneurs together.Resources from this episode:Subscribe to my ⁠⁠⁠⁠newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow along on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch this episode and more on ⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠Thanks for tuning in! Until next week.

Are you a Christian woman entrepreneur who feels stuck, hesitant, or unsure about taking the next step in your business?You’re not alone.In today’s episode, I’m sharing the most common lies I see Christian women believing that quietly keep them playing small, and how to replace those lies with truth and confidence rooted in Christ.These are the same patterns I’ve seen across the women I coach and the same struggles I’ve wrestled with myself over 14 years of entrepreneurship.Inside this episode, we talk about:-Why fear of being on camera isn’t a reason to stay hidden-How people-pleasing keeps you from walking in obedience-The truth about credentials, timing, and “being ready”-Why selling is not selfish when you’re serving-The real reason undercharging hurts you and your clients-What to do when you feel like the market is too saturatedYou’ll also learn how to start taking your thoughts captive, identify which lie is affecting you most, and choose one simple action step to move forward in faith today.I’m so passionate about this message and I can’t wait for you to listen.Resources from this episode:Apply for VIP 1:1 Coaching to start or grow your businessSubscribe to my ⁠⁠⁠newsletter⁠⁠⁠Follow along on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠Watch this episode and more on ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠If this episode brought you clarity and encouragement, I would love for you to subscribe and leave a review! It means the world to me and will help other Christian women entrepreneurs find this resource.Thanks for tuning in! Until next week.

In this episode, I’m sharing the anti-burnout checklist I personally use as a Christian mom and business owner to avoid burnout all together.This isn’t a list of things to add to your plate. It’s a set of rhythms, boundaries, and mindset shifts that help you build a profitable business you’ll still love a decade from now.Plus, I’ll share exactly what to do if you’re already in the middle of burnout and not sure how to dig yourself out.Burnout isn’t a sign that you’re failing. It’s often a sign that something needs to shift. And the good news is, you don’t have to burn everything down to build something healthier. Resources from this episode:Subscribe to my ⁠⁠newsletter⁠⁠Follow along on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠Watch this episode and more on ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠If this episode brought you clarity and encouragement, I would love for you to subscribe and leave a review! It means the world to me and will help other Christian women entrepreneurs find this resource.Thanks for tuning in! Until next week.

If you’re a Christian woman running an online business and raising kids, scheduling your work week can feel overwhelming fast. Between school schedules, sports, meal planning, and everything else life throws at you, it’s easy to feel behind before the week even starts.In this video, I’m sharing how I schedule my work week as a Christian mom and online business owner in a way that keeps God first and works with real mom life.We’ll talk about:How I plan my work week around my family (not the other way around)Why faith-based time management looks different than hustle cultureHow I decide what actually deserves space on my calendarWays to build flexibility into your week without guiltHow to create a work rhythm that supports both your business and your calling at homeIf you’re tired of hustle culture and want a more intentional way to plan your week, you’re in the right place. My hope is that this episode encourages you to build a schedule that honors God, serves your family well, and supports the business He’s called you to steward.Resources from this episode:Subscribe to my ⁠newsletter⁠Follow along on ⁠Instagram⁠Watch this episode and more on ⁠YouTube⁠If this episode brought you clarity and encouragement, I would love for you to subscribe and leave a review! It means the world to me and will help other Christian women entrepreneurs find this resource.Thanks for tuning in! Until next week.

If you’re like me, you don’t just want to build a successful business, you want to build something that’s bigger than you. Something with eternal impact that points others to God.In this episode, I’m sharing five simple, practical ways to keep your business Kingdom-focused, so you can keep first things first and build in a way that honors God in both your life and your work.Resources from this episode:The Bible RecapSubscribe to my newsletterFollow along on InstagramWatch this episode and more on YouTubeIf this episode brought you clarity and encouragement, I would love for you to subscribe and leave a review! It means the world to me and will help other Christian women entrepreneurs find this resource.Thanks for tuning in! Until next week.

Starting an online business can feel overwhelming. There are so many ideas, platforms, and strategies competing for your attention. But before you build a website, create content, or post on social media, there’s one crucial step you need to take first.In this episode, I’m diving into why creating a clear brand message is the foundation of a profitable, sustainable online business. Plus, the consequences of not doing this first.I walk you through what a brand message really is, why it matters so much in the early stages of business, and how clarity will guide literally everything you do.If you feel scattered or stuck, this conversation will help you simplify and move forward with intentionality.Links to subscribe to my newsletter, my YouTube and my Instagram:If this episode brought you clarity and encouragement, I would love for you to subscribe and leave a review! It means the world to me and will help other Christian women entrepreneurs find this resource.Thanks for tuning in! See you next week.