Call Me CEO: Moms Building Businesses, a Woman's guide to Balancing it All

Time management isn't just another business skill—it's the cornerstone of thriving as a mom entrepreneur. Drawing from my experience juggling four children, multiple businesses, and the ever-present quest for personal fulfillment, this episode delivers actionable strategies to reclaim control of your schedule. The game-changing approach we explore isn't about cramming more into each day. Instead, it's about strategic time-blocking that aligns with your natural rhythms and priorities. I share my personal framework: reserving Mondays and Fridays for family and self-care, while dedicating mid-week days to content creation, client work, and team management. This simple shift transforms scattered productivity into purposeful progress. The MIT Rule (Most Important Tasks) revolutionizes how you approach each day by identifying just three high-impact priorities that deserve your undivided attention. Combined with the Pomodoro Technique and strategic delegation, these methods create breathing room in even the most chaotic schedule. I've helped countless women implement these systems, and the universal response is always: "Why didn't I start this years ago?" Perhaps most importantly, we tackle the challenging skill of saying "no" without guilt—arguably the most underrated productivity hack for overwhelmed entrepreneurs. Remember that protecting your time isn't selfish; it's essential to showing up fully for what matters most. Which of these strategies will you implement first? Screenshot this episode, share it on Instagram, and tag me @camillewalkerco so I can cheer you on as you take back control of your time! Episode Highlights: * Time-blocking strategies for busy moms * How to prioritize tasks with the 3 MIT Rule * The power of delegation & automation in your business * Learning to say NO without guilt * Free Time & Energy Audit to help you get organized!  Resources Mentioned: * Download the FREE Time & Energy Audit: https://camillewalker.myflodesk.com/timeaudit [https://camillewalker.myflodesk.com/timeaudit] * Join my newsletter for weekly business & productivity tips: MyMommyStyle.com  * Top 100 Mompreneur Podcasts: https://podcast.feedspot.com/mompreneur_podcasts/ [https://www.feedspot.com/fs/tk/GEbRwGMfGexK5BMZ2foe%2BxUUzeaTTefsS%2BnhSAf4GsriFsrhZCAX7hjn4x7azhvNEw7A9Y9S8PYR3R9KHAkj2RdWCPChI%2BLlVSAVSAUIWscVR%2FnkoVkiKhMUIFLTAlUGH1T57pNeJRVVIBVIBQhaDN4h%2BuWTTRwaIuboFtXGGNHVQQfykSYZ6EQXFkYYClj%2BE0H57Y9SH%2BIRJSpVCdIm%2Fx5OAO%2BlXiM%3D]   Let’s Connect! * Instagram: @camillewalker.co [https://www.instagram.com/camillewalker.co] * Website: CamilleWalker.co [http://camillewalker.co/] * MyMommyStyle.com [https://www.mymommystyle.com/] * Subscribe to Call Me CEO for more episodes!

When you're the parent of growing children, finding pants that actually fit can feel like an impossible quest. One week they fit perfectly, and the next your child's ankles are suddenly exposed while the waist is swimming. It's a universal parenting frustration that Lauren, founder of Gili Guise, experienced firsthand with her tall, texture-sensitive son. "I needed something that could get on and off easily, that could adjust with boys as they grow, whether they're tall and lanky or they're a little bit thicker," Lauren explains. After countless shopping trips ending in unworn clothes and wasted money, she took matters into her own hands. Drawing on her determination rather than fashion experience, Lauren designed pants that could extend in both length and waist, starting with a reasonably sized waistband instead of the oversized ones typical in adjustable children's clothing. The name Gili Guise represents the entire family behind the brand—Greg (G), Indy (I), Lauren (L), and Ireland (I)—reflecting how deeply integrated family is in every aspect of the business. Lauren's children don't just model the clothes; they're actively involved in the design process, offering opinions on colors and patterns. This family-first approach has created clothing that truly works for kids, from the soft, durable denim to the tag-free construction that won't irritate sensitive skin. Beyond creating practical children's clothing, Lauren has built a brand that empowers mothers to pursue their passions while still prioritizing family. She navigates the delicate balance of entrepreneurship and motherhood by working early mornings, during school hours, and late evenings, always ready to put down her work when her children need attention. "I want my daughter to know that there's opportunity for women to do whatever they want if they have the passion and drive to do it," she shares. Visit giliguise.com to discover clothing that grows with your child and supports a mom-founded business reimagining what children's fashion can be. Resources: Gili Guise Website: https://www.giliguise.com/ [https://www.giliguise.com/]  Hosting a Kids Rave Party called "Get GILI" hosted by GILi Guise in the Twin Cities.  https://mnkidrave.com [https://mnkidrave.com]   The Ultimate Time Audit & Productivity System (Freebie) Grab it here: TIME AUDIT WORKBOOK [https://open.spotify.com/show/0rUqunjlIeJGCKFhRTbI9t?si=1d89766e76c74a29] How to Hire Your First VA for $27 Get it now: GROWTH CHEATSHEET [https://open.spotify.com/show/0rUqunjlIeJGCKFhRTbI9t?si=1d89766e76c74a29] Discover Your WHY – Free 5-Day Workshop Sign up for free here: DISCOVER YOUR WHY [https://open.spotify.com/show/0rUqunjlIeJGCKFhRTbI9t?si=1d89766e76c74a29] The Mom Balance Playbook (Freebie for Managing the Mayhem) Download here: MOM BALANCE PLAYBOOK [https://open.spotify.com/show/0rUqunjlIeJGCKFhRTbI9t?si=1d89766e76c74a29] Hire a VA or start your VA business here: https://camillewalker.co/ [https://camillewalker.co/] 5-Minute Meditations for Kids Podcast Listen & subscribe here: APPLE [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/5-minute-meditations-for-kids/id1764379132] SPOTIFY [https://open.spotify.com/show/0rUqunjlIeJGCKFhRTbI9t?si=1d89766e76c74a29] Top 100 Mompreneur Podcasts: https://podcast.feedspot.com/mompreneur_podcasts/ [https://www.feedspot.com/fs/tk/GEbRwGMfGexK5BMZ2foe%2BxUUzeaTTefsS%2BnhSAf4GsriFsrhZCAX7hjn4x7azhvNEw7A9Y9S8PYR3R9KHAkj2RdWCPChI%2BLlVSAVSAUIWscVR%2FnkoVkiKhMUIFLTAlUGH1T57pNeJRVVIBVIBQhaDN4h%2BuWTTRwaIuboFtXGGNHVQQfykSYZ6EQXFkYYClj%2BE0H57Y9SH%2BIRJSpVCdIm%2Fx5OAO%2BlXiM%3D]  Connect with Lauren: Instagram: @giliguise - https://www.instagram.com/giligui [https://www.instagram.com/giliguise]

Amy Leclerc's journey from the glossy world of New York fashion publishing to franchise co-owner of Sit Still, a revolutionary children's hair salon concept, is a masterclass in career reinvention and entrepreneurial vision. "I joke that every year it was a different apartment, a different job, a different boyfriend," Amy laughs, painting a vivid picture of her early New York career—a real-life "Devil Wears Prada" experience that taught her invaluable lessons about taking big swings in business. When motherhood brought her back to the Pacific Northwest, she spotted untapped potential during her son's first haircut at a local children's salon called Sit Still. The experience was unlike the primary-colored, cartoon-filled environments typically aimed at children: "Unlike the doctor's office or daycare, it was so cool... there was a retail shop selling Moroccan oil, irreverent t-shirts, temporary tattoos." That moment of discovery planted the seed for her next entrepreneurial chapter. Drawing from her experience scaling Bar 3 fitness studios from a small operation to over 150 locations nationwide, Amy approached Sit Still's founder with a vision for national expansion. She shares candid insights about what makes franchising work: "Franchising at its best should feel like paint by numbers." This means creating detailed playbooks covering everything from training protocols to bathroom amenities—all the elements that create a consistent brand experience while allowing for local market adaptation. Perhaps most compelling is Amy's philosophy on reimagining success as a working mother. Describing herself as "unemployable," she's designed a career that allows her to "play around with the Legos that are my schedule" to be present during her children's pivotal moments. "When your kids embark on middle school, high school... that's the time to be present. That is when the stakes are higher." Her story proves that entrepreneurship can create the freedom to align business success with personal values—a powerful reminder that we can design careers that serve our lives rather than the other way around. Ready to reimagine what success looks like on your own terms? Amy's journey will inspire you to take those big swings while staying true to what matters most. Resources: Sit Still Kids: https://sitstillkids.com/ [https://sitstillkids.com/]  The Ultimate Time Audit & Productivity System (Freebie) Grab it here: TIME AUDIT WORKBOOK [https://open.spotify.com/show/0rUqunjlIeJGCKFhRTbI9t?si=1d89766e76c74a29] How to Hire Your First VA for $27 Get it now: GROWTH CHEATSHEET [https://open.spotify.com/show/0rUqunjlIeJGCKFhRTbI9t?si=1d89766e76c74a29] Discover Your WHY – Free 5-Day Workshop Sign up for free here: DISCOVER YOUR WHY [https://open.spotify.com/show/0rUqunjlIeJGCKFhRTbI9t?si=1d89766e76c74a29] The Mom Balance Playbook (Freebie for Managing the Mayhem) Download here: MOM BALANCE PLAYBOOK [https://open.spotify.com/show/0rUqunjlIeJGCKFhRTbI9t?si=1d89766e76c74a29] Hire a VA or start your VA business here: https://camillewalker.co/ [https://camillewalker.co/] 5-Minute Meditations for Kids Podcast Listen & subscribe here: APPLE [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/5-minute-meditations-for-kids/id1764379132] SPOTIFY [https://open.spotify.com/show/0rUqunjlIeJGCKFhRTbI9t?si=1d89766e76c74a29] Top 100 Mompreneur Podcasts: https://podcast.feedspot.com/mompreneur_podcasts/ [https://www.feedspot.com/fs/tk/GEbRwGMfGexK5BMZ2foe%2BxUUzeaTTefsS%2BnhSAf4GsriFsrhZCAX7hjn4x7azhvNEw7A9Y9S8PYR3R9KHAkj2RdWCPChI%2BLlVSAVSAUIWscVR%2FnkoVkiKhMUIFLTAlUGH1T57pNeJRVVIBVIBQhaDN4h%2BuWTTRwaIuboFtXGGNHVQQfykSYZ6EQXFkYYClj%2BE0H57Y9SH%2BIRJSpVCdIm%2Fx5OAO%2BlXiM%3D]  Connect with Amy: LinkedIn: https://www.link

Dr. Tracy McCarthy pulls back the curtain on one of medicine's most overlooked connections: how the food on your plate directly affects your brain chemistry, mood, and overall health. Drawing from her nearly two decades of experience, this revolutionary functional medicine physician shares why she left traditional psychiatry behind after discovering that the standard pharmaceutical approach wasn't addressing why her patients were sick in the first place. What happens when our bodies remain stuck in fight-or-flight mode? Dr. McCarthy reveals how chronic stress fundamentally disrupts our ability to digest food, eliminate toxins, and repair damaged tissues—creating a cascade of health problems that no pill can fully address. She explains why slow breathing isn't just a relaxation technique but a physiological switch that activates healing. The conversation takes a fascinating dive into the inflammatory effects of processed foods, particularly those containing industrial seed oils. Dr. McCarthy explains how the imbalance between pro-inflammatory omega-6 and anti-inflammatory omega-3 fats is like "driving with the accelerator pushed to the floor without any brakes"—a vivid explanation of why so many Americans struggle with chronic inflammation and mood disorders. From practical food swaps to specific supplements that support brain health, this episode delivers actionable advice for anyone looking to improve their wellbeing. Dr. McCarthy shares personal insights about cooking for her family while maintaining health standards, proving that functional medicine isn't just theoretical—it's meant to be lived in the real world where convenience matters. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, digestive issues, or simply want to optimize your health, this conversation offers a roadmap for addressing root causes rather than just managing symptoms. Ready to transform your understanding of food as medicine? This episode might be the most important health information you hear this year. Resources: Dr. Tracy’s website: https://www.drtracymccarthy.com/ [https://www.drtracymccarthy.com/]  The Ultimate Time Audit & Productivity System (Freebie) Grab it here: TIME AUDIT WORKBOOK [https://open.spotify.com/show/0rUqunjlIeJGCKFhRTbI9t?si=1d89766e76c74a29] How to Hire Your First VA for $27 Get it now: GROWTH CHEATSHEET [https://open.spotify.com/show/0rUqunjlIeJGCKFhRTbI9t?si=1d89766e76c74a29] Discover Your WHY – Free 5-Day Workshop Sign up for free here: DISCOVER YOUR WHY [https://open.spotify.com/show/0rUqunjlIeJGCKFhRTbI9t?si=1d89766e76c74a29] The Mom Balance Playbook (Freebie for Managing the Mayhem) Download here: MOM BALANCE PLAYBOOK [https://open.spotify.com/show/0rUqunjlIeJGCKFhRTbI9t?si=1d89766e76c74a29] Hire a VA or start your VA business here: https://camillewalker.co/ [https://camillewalker.co/] 5-Minute Meditations for Kids Podcast Listen & subscribe here: APPLE [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/5-minute-meditations-for-kids/id1764379132] SPOTIFY [https://open.spotify.com/show/0rUqunjlIeJGCKFhRTbI9t?si=1d89766e76c74a29] Top 100 Mompreneur Podcasts: https://podcast.feedspot.com/mompreneur_podcasts/ [https://www.feedspot.com/fs/tk/GEbRwGMfGexK5BMZ2foe%2BxUUzeaTTefsS%2BnhSAf4GsriFsrhZCAX7hjn4x7azhvNEw7A9Y9S8PYR3R9KHAkj2RdWCPChI%2BLlVSAVSAUIWscVR%2FnkoVkiKhMUIFLTAlUGH1T57pNeJRVVIBVIBQhaDN4h%2BuWTTRwaIuboFtXGGNHVQQfykSYZ6EQXFkYYClj%2BE0H57Y9SH%2BIRJSpVCdIm%2Fx5OAO%2BlXiM%3D]  Connect with Dr. Tracy: FB: https://www.facebook.com/DrTracyMcCarthy/ [https://www.facebook.com/DrTracyMcCarthy/]  IG: https://www.instagram.com/drtracymccarthy [https://www.instagram.com/drtracymccarthy]  Connect with Camille:  Follow Camill

What happens when a driven attorney refuses to sacrifice motherhood for career success? Erica Cicero, founder of Cicero Law Firm, shares her remarkable journey from health-compromising corporate burnout to creating a thriving legal practice on her own terms. "I remember as a teenager I always said I wanted to go before God at the end of my life and say I used it all. I used every single bit of talent, energy, drive that you gave me. There's nothing left," Erica shares. This powerful drive initially led her down a traditional legal path that left her physically ill and emotionally depleted—until she discovered what she calls "walk away power." When severe health issues and pregnancy complications forced Erica to step back from her career, she made a revolutionary discovery: creating a business model where she could walk away when needed actually enabled unprecedented growth. Her innovative "attorney-on-demand" subscription service now provides small businesses with affordable in-house counsel while allowing her to prioritize her two toddlers. But Erica didn't stop there. With entrepreneurial vision, she's developed a real estate portfolio alongside her legal practice, strategically purchasing properties as future college funds for her daughters. By assembling the right team and accepting help from family, she's crafted a life that feels abundant rather than stretched thin. What makes Erica's approach truly groundbreaking is her recognition that different seasons of motherhood require different work-life arrangements. "Each season of your life has to be defined and analyzed in a different way," she advises, encouraging mothers to regularly ask themselves what they truly want in this precise moment. For anyone struggling to reconcile ambitious professional goals with hands-on parenting, this conversation offers both practical strategies and permission to create success on your own terms. As Erica proves, sometimes the power to walk away becomes the foundation for building something extraordinary. Resources: Erica’s website: e.cicerolaw@cicero-law.com [e.cicerolaw@cicero-law.com]  The Ultimate Time Audit & Productivity System (Freebie) Grab it here: TIME AUDIT WORKBOOK [https://open.spotify.com/show/0rUqunjlIeJGCKFhRTbI9t?si=1d89766e76c74a29] How to Hire Your First VA for $27 Get it now: GROWTH CHEATSHEET [https://open.spotify.com/show/0rUqunjlIeJGCKFhRTbI9t?si=1d89766e76c74a29] Discover Your WHY – Free 5-Day Workshop Sign up for free here: DISCOVER YOUR WHY [https://open.spotify.com/show/0rUqunjlIeJGCKFhRTbI9t?si=1d89766e76c74a29] The Mom Balance Playbook (Freebie for Managing the Mayhem) Download here: MOM BALANCE PLAYBOOK [https://open.spotify.com/show/0rUqunjlIeJGCKFhRTbI9t?si=1d89766e76c74a29] Hire a VA or start your VA business here: https://camillewalker.co/ [https://camillewalker.co/] 5-Minute Meditations for Kids Podcast Listen & subscribe here: APPLE [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/5-minute-meditations-for-kids/id1764379132] SPOTIFY [https://open.spotify.com/show/0rUqunjlIeJGCKFhRTbI9t?si=1d89766e76c74a29] Top 100 Mompreneur Podcasts: https://podcast.feedspot.com/mompreneur_podcasts/ [https://www.feedspot.com/fs/tk/GEbRwGMfGexK5BMZ2foe%2BxUUzeaTTefsS%2BnhSAf4GsriFsrhZCAX7hjn4x7azhvNEw7A9Y9S8PYR3R9KHAkj2RdWCPChI%2BLlVSAVSAUIWscVR%2FnkoVkiKhMUIFLTAlUGH1T57pNeJRVVIBVIBQhaDN4h%2BuWTTRwaIuboFtXGGNHVQQfykSYZ6EQXFkYYClj%2BE0H57Y9SH%2BIRJSpVCdIm%2Fx5OAO%2BlXiM%3D]  Connect with Erica: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erica.e.cicero/ [https://www.instagram.com/erica.e.cicero/]  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericacicero/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericacicero/]