Biz Shiz with Shani Timms

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1997405/open_sms] Welcome to our last episode in the Baby Proof Biz podcast mini series... We have my friend and client, Katee Gray on the show as she shares her journey balancing motherhood and business as a solopreneur, offering insights and practical tips for women navigating both worlds simultaneously. • Find what works for you rather than following others' approaches • Look at both personal resources (postpartum doulas, meal trains) and professional support (VAs, business managers) • Be a "calendar ninja" by shifting from 90% scheduled/10% flexible to 50/50 in early parenthood • Automate business processes so you're "easy to buy" even when less accessible • Create a personal "playbook" outlining how people can best support you, especially your team • Essentials for feeding sessions and being "nap trapped" • Your nervous system directly impacts your child's wellbeing - how to prioritise your emotional regulation • Have multiple backup plans (A, B, C, D) rather than one rigid approach • Set firm boundaries around working hours based on your wellbeing • The biggest lesson of motherhood is surrender - both in parenting and business We hope you LOVE the episode...  Love Shani x About Katee: Katee is a coach and facilitator who supports expert-led businesses to create sustainable growth by aligning people, processes, and communication (without the burnout factor). Drawing from her background in health science and psychology, plus her experience as Head of Operations at Thought Leaders Business School, she transforms overwhelming operations into intelligent systems that reduce complexity and enhance client experience.  Her clients gain more mental space, clearer decision-making processes, and renewed energy to focus on what matters most - their client impact and wellbeing. FREEBIES : https://kateegray.com/freebies [https://kateegray.com/freebies] Loved the show? I would LOVE for you to click 'follow' & keep up to date with all things BIZ SHIZ. Also while you're at it - if you feel like leaving a review it would mean the world to me and it helps this podcast get in more ears. Or over at @shani_timms [https://www.instagram.com/shani_timms/] for all things podcast, business & life. Want to start your brand for $99 - check out the BRAND:IT bundle HERE [https://www.figmynt.com.au/brandit-bundle]. OR Check out my FREE Business Blueprint Workshop + Worksheet HERE [https://shanitimms.myflodesk.com/businessblueprint].

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1997405/open_sms] Today is a very special episode, with my MUM, Sinead Vorrath. This was such a special chat, getting to hear motherhood & career lessons from someone I look up to so much. Mum never thought she would have 5 kids, but over the years, a divorce, finding her life partner and a new blended family dynamic... life had other plans. We chat about Mum's journey raising five children, navigating corporate leadership, family dynamics, and the realities of trying to "do it all." If you're looking for a few laughs, a few tears... and an open chat between mother and daughter, this is it! We dive in to: * Mum's career progression from computer trainer to general manager of change at one of the big banks... all while raising a blended family * The reality of 'mum guilt' and how to navigate it * The importance of building a "village" of support with partners, grandparents, nannies and family members * Managing the challenging "teenagers and toddlers years" with teenage daughters and toddler sons  * How she learnt the importance of 'showing vulnerability' at work to create inclusive environments for working parents... especially mums. * Recognising that the "last 20% takes the most time" and embracing the 80% rule * Understanding that not doing everything for your children builds independence and resilience * The beliefs you need to let go of in order to call in more 'peace'  Enjoy the episode, Love Shani x Loved the show? I would LOVE for you to click 'follow' & keep up to date with all things BIZ SHIZ. Also while you're at it - if you feel like leaving a review it would mean the world to me and it helps this podcast get in more ears. Or over at @shani_timms [https://www.instagram.com/shani_timms/] for all things podcast, business & life. Want to start your brand for $99 - check out the BRAND:IT bundle HERE [https://www.figmynt.com.au/brandit-bundle]. OR Check out my FREE Business Blueprint Workshop + Worksheet HERE [https://shanitimms.myflodesk.com/businessblueprint].

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1997405/open_sms] On this week's episode, I sit down with my good friend Emma Maidment to chat all things motherhood, business and creating a conscious and connected family unit. In this chat, we dive into the unexpected ways motherhood transforms entrepreneurship—from the limitations of time to the shifting of priorities and the complete reinvention of what "success" looks like. Emma shares how she went from resistance to fully embracing AI and automation systems that now form the foundation of a new business venture with her partner Tyson. For couples navigating a parenting and business partnership, Emma offers practical wisdom on establishing clear boundaries between work discussions and family time. We dive in to: * Expectations vs reality of motherhood and how initial assumptions about working with a newborn often don't match realities * The importance of pivoting your business model when you have children rather than trying to force old structures to work  * How embracing AI and automation can create space for focusing on your zone of genius when time becomes more limited * Setting clear boundaries when working with your partner, including dedicated business communication channels and non-negotiable connection time * The danger of glorifying burnout and martyrdom as a badge of honor in motherhood * Creating a long-term vision that values sustainability over short-term hustle * Modelling healthy boundaries and self-care for children to establish positive patterns for their future * The value of planning for imperfect weeks rather than perfect ones to accommodate the unpredictability of family life This is SUCH an an amazing episode, and there are SO many nuggets of wisdom in there for mothers, mothers to be and business owners. About Emma:  Emma Maidment is a wellness entrepreneur, speaker, business mentor and author of ‘Find Your Flow. She is currently focussed on helping leaders build magnetic personal brands that expand their impact, income, and freedom. After leaving a thriving career in PR to pursue entrepreneurship, Emma built multiple six-figure businesses rooted in wellness, personal development, and brand strategy. Now, she teaches soul-led entrepreneurs how to leverage their expertise, scale sustainably, and create a business that supports their life - not consumes it. She’s been featured in top publications, speaks at global events, and co-founded Flow States Collective - a coaching platform for business, body, and mind. She also co-founded Flow OS, a tech company helping entrepreneurs automate and scale. When she’s not mentoring high-level clients, recording The Flow Lane Podcast, or scaling her businesses, you’ll find her adventuring with her husband Tyson and two boys, River and Osha, chasing waterfalls, or sipping coffee by the ocean. She’s an Aussie girl but currently based in Greece working on her next big project. Connect With Emma: https://calendly.com/url?q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Femmamaidment_&user_uuid=63cf31d4-041f-4b32-8881-5c5f53d2ee9f&stage=0&hmac=869d39db01efac64b5bae2475b25662a97f9456d4770849509f94dfc3a4068de Loved the show? I would LOVE for you to click 'follow' & keep up to date with all things BIZ SHIZ. Also while you're at it - if you feel like leaving a review it would mean the world to me and it helps this podcast get in more ears. Or over at @shani_timms [https://www.instagram.com/shani_timms/] for all things podcast, business & life. Want to start your brand for $99 - check out the BRAND:IT bundle HERE [https://www.figmynt.com.au/brandit-bundle]. OR Check out my FREE Business Blueprint Workshop + Worksheet HERE [https://shanitimms.myflodesk.com/businessblueprint].

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1997405/open_sms] I am SO excited to share this episode today with the amazing Jessie Ledlin (Williams). If you're new to Jessie's work, she is a mindset and business coach, and has a no BS approach to helping her clients raise their standards... and this episode is exactly that. An honest and real conversation about the hard sh*t in motherhood and business, and how Jessie has been navigating this first year of balancing biz and baby. We dive into the identity shifts that have been unfolding during motherhood, and also the systems she's put in place to support her growing business. We openly discusses the vulnerable conversations and mindset shifts that have strengthened her marriage and business during this time of her life. We dive in to: * Addressing feelings of jealousy or resentment when your partner's life seems less changed by parenthood * Jessie's tips on building a business that can thrive even when you’re not working full-time.  * How she shifted from one-to-one coaching to scalable group programs and trained her team to handle sales whilst she was on mat leave. * Jessie reveals the power of tough, vulnerable conversations with your partner – and how this can lead to a stronger, more supportive relationship (and business too!) * Learn how Jessie embraces both her drive and the limitations of motherhood. We chat about the art of surrendering to the season and celebrating the wins along the way. * The power of simple daily rituals (like nourishing meals and morning sunlight) to stay grounded and energised, adapting them as her baby grows. * Navigating financial dynamics and independence as a parent entrepreneur * The importance of taking adequate time off during postpartum, and giving yourself space to adjust to this new life. About Jessie: Known for her bold, no-BS approach, Jessie challenges societal norms and empowers her clients to raise their standards, break unhealthy patterns, and create thriving relationships, businesses, and lives. Connect With Jessie: Instagram : @jessiewilliams  Website : www.jessiewilliams.com.au [http://www.jessiewilliams.com.au/] Loved the show? I would LOVE for you to click 'follow' & keep up to date with all things BIZ SHIZ. Also while you're at it - if you feel like leaving a review it would mean the world to me and it helps this podcast get in more ears. Or over at @shani_timms [https://www.instagram.com/shani_timms/] for all things podcast, business & life. Want to start your brand for $99 - check out the BRAND:IT bundle HERE [https://www.figmynt.com.au/brandit-bundle]. OR Check out my FREE Business Blueprint Workshop + Worksheet HERE [https://shanitimms.myflodesk.com/businessblueprint].

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1997405/open_sms] Hey my loves, Welcome back to another episode from our mini series, Baby Proof Biz. What if motherhood could become the most natural role you've ever stepped into - even more natural than being an entrepreneur?  I am SO excited to share this chat with the incredible Jenna Kennedy...  Jenna candidly shares how entrepreneurship actually prepared her for motherhood, teaching her to navigate chaos, maintain vision through challenges, and adapt to constant change. Rather than accepting the prevailing negative narratives about postpartum life, she intentionally created her own experience, setting up systems and support networks that allowed her to thrive during this transformative period. We dive in to: * How Jenna never really aspired to be a mum, BUT it was the best thing she has done. * Entrepreneurship skills like managing chaos and vision-setting are transferable to motherhood * Creating your own motherhood experience rather than accepting others' negative narratives * Why the first year matters... and what are the foundational things we can be doing to improve our child's brains development! * How "Dead face" phone scrolling harms baby's development through cortisol spikes and emotional disconnection * Intentional habit-building through "dopamine checklists" supports mental health during postpartum * Asking for specific help from your support network is crucial for postpartum wellbeing * What Jenna planned before birth to help streamline Trimester  * Setting up business systems before birth allows for true presence with your baby * Planning for 12 weeks away but allowing yourself to return to creative work when it feels right * Community support and transparency about motherhood challenges prevents isolation This episode will challenge you to rethink what's possible when it comes to balancing b iz with motherhood. Whether you're pregnant, planning for a family someday, or supporting someone in this journey, you'll walk away with a refreshing perspective... Enjoy the episode, Love Shani x Connect With Jenna :  * Instagram HERE [https://Www.Instagram.com/thejennkennedy] * Podcast HERE [https://open.spotify.com/show/1v0RKe0p2fbtREGhp1KXFl?si=TzHmgD8MSc2vMidqCFEljw] Loved the show? I would LOVE for you to click 'follow' & keep up to date with all things BIZ SHIZ. Also while you're at it - if you feel like leaving a review it would mean the world to me and it helps this podcast get in more ears. Or over at @shani_timms [https://www.instagram.com/shani_timms/] for all things podcast, business & life. Want to start your brand for $99 - check out the BRAND:IT bundle HERE [https://www.figmynt.com.au/brandit-bundle]. OR Check out my FREE Business Blueprint Workshop + Worksheet HERE [https://shanitimms.myflodesk.com/businessblueprint].