Honest Motherhood: Chronic Pain, Hearing Loss Advocacy, and Finding Her Voice Through Rage Journaling

Honest Motherhood: Chronic Pain, Hearing Loss Advocacy, and Finding Her Voice Through Rage Journaling

Chanlee Sutoyo has had quite the journey! When chronic pain meant she had to retire from her career in law, she later learned that she needed to remove one of her ovaries. But the challenges didn't stop there. After experiencing a miscarriage, she ended up having two beautiful daughters, one of whom experienced hearing loss at a young age. In this powerful episode of Busy Moms Get It Done, we sit down with Chanlee Sutoyo to explore her transformative journey through all the life challenges she faced and the tool she discovered to help her heal emotionally: rage journaling. By bringing her rawest emotions to the page, she not only found a way to alleviate her physical discomfort but also reclaimed her voice. Today, she translates those hard-won motherhood lessons into entrepreneurship, helping other mothers harness the power of storytelling to heal, grow, and reclaim their peace. Key Takeaways * The Reality of the Shift: Motherhood and severe chronic pain can completely disrupt your expected career path, forcing a deeper reevaluation of self-care and boundaries. * The Power of "Rage Journaling": Confronting and releasing repressed, messy emotions on paper is a powerful catalyst for both physical healing and emotional empowerment. * Advocacy Breeds Strength: Navigating a child’s medical or developmental challenges, like hearing loss, demands immense dedication but ultimately helps you find your strongest voice. * Motherhood as an Entrepreneurial Toolkit: The resilience, time-management, and problem-solving skills learned in motherhood translate beautifully into running a business. * Overcoming Self-Sabotage: Balancing a business and a family is a constant, evolving adjustment where intentional mental health practices—like journaling—are non-negotiable. Connect with our Guest: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rageonthepage/ [https://www.instagram.com/rageonthepage/] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chanlee-sutoyo/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/chanlee-sutoyo/] Learn More about Rage Journaling Circles: http://rageonthe.page Book a Discovery Call: calendly.com/csutoyo/meet Follow the Journey: If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review! It helps other busy moms find the show. Follow Busy Moms Get It Done: Instagram: @busymomsgetitdone LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/busy-moms-get-it-done/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/busy-moms-get-it-done/]

How to Build an Authentic Personal Brand in the Age of AI as a Busy Mom

How do you stand out in a digital landscape flooded with AI-generated content? You lean into your humanity. This week, branding expert Rita Gunderson joins us to discuss the intersection of motherhood, entrepreneurship, and personal branding. Inside this episode, you’ll learn: * The Power of the Pivot: Navigating career changes while managing family priorities. * Beating the Algorithms: Why authenticity and deep differentiation are the keys to modern branding. * The Ultimate Juggle: Practical time-management strategies for women in business. * Resilience in Rawness: Rita’s personal journey through motherhood and overcoming miscarriage. Connect with our Guest: * Instagram: https://whttps://www.instagram.com/ritaalexisdesign/ [https://www.instagram.com/thestefaniejulia/] * Facebook: https://www.yohttps://www.facebook.com/ritaalexisdesign/ [https://www.youtube.com/@CatchFlightsAndFitness] Follow the Journey: If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review! It helps other busy moms find the show. Follow Busy Moms Get It Done: Instagram: @busymomsgetitdone LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/busy-moms-get-it-done/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/busy-moms-get-it-done/]

Always a VIP: Balancing Motherhood and the Business of Coaching

What if your business is struggling simply because the right systems aren't in place? In this episode of Busy Moms Get It Done, host Esther Shittu sits down with Stephanie Julia, the visionary founder and CEO of Always a VIP. Stephanie pulls back the curtain on her entrepreneurial journey, detailing exactly how she built a business that balances high-level results with the realities of motherhood. Whether you are just starting or looking to take your coaching practice to the next level, this conversation is packed with actionable strategies to help you stop the "hustle" and start scaling with intention. In this episode, we dive into: * The Art of the Offer: How Stephanie creates and prices high-value coaching offers. * The Automation Roadmap: Practical steps to put your business on "autopilot" so it grows while you sleep. * The Mompreneur Balance: Real-talk on managing a thriving CEO career while raising a family. * Confidence & Authenticity: Why being yourself is the ultimate marketing strategy for client attraction. Key Points: * How to create and price coaching offers * Importance of automation and scaling * Balancing motherhood and business * Strategies for client attraction and marketing Connect with our Guest: * Website: https://stefaniejulia.com/ [https://stefaniejulia.com/] * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestefaniejulia/ [https://www.instagram.com/thestefaniejulia/] * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CatchFlightsAndFitness [https://www.youtube.com/@CatchFlightsAndFitness] Follow the Journey: If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review! It helps other busy moms find the show. Follow Busy Moms Get It Done: Instagram: @busymomsgetitdone LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/busy-moms-get-it-done/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/busy-moms-get-it-done/]

Building a Sustainable Brand Without the Burnout: Mompreneur Tips

Are you tired of the "hustle harder" narrative? As moms, we’re often pressured to perform at 100% in every category—parenting, business, and life. But what-if the key to growth wasn't doing more, but doing it sustainably? In this episode, Esther Shittu sits down with Vale Siegrist, first-time mom and the visionary founder of Circular Mom Club. Vale isn't just building a sustainable baby clothing brand; she’s pioneering a sustainable way to be a CEO and a mother simultaneously. From navigating the challenges of postpartum entrepreneurship to leveraging AI as a "business mentor," Vale shares the practical boundaries and mental health strategies that keep her moving forward without crashing. In this episode, we discuss: * ⚖️ The Balancing Act: Practical ways to manage a full-time career, motherhood, and a startup. * 🤖 AI for Mentorship: How Vale uses tools like Claude to navigate business hurdles and strategy. * 🧠 Mental Health & Boundaries: Why saying "no" is a high-performance business move. * 🌱 Circular Growth: Sustainable scaling strategies that prioritize longevity over speed. * 🛠️ Building in Public: The reality of growing a brand while raising a family. Connect with our Guest: * Website: https://circularmomclub.com/ * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/valesieg/ Follow the Journey: If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review! It helps other busy moms find the show. Follow Busy Moms Get It Done: Instagram: @busymomsgetitdone LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/busy-moms-get-it-done/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/busy-moms-get-it-done/]   #sustainability #balance #mompreneur

From Job Loss to Building a Business: The Blueprint for Busy Moms

What if the reason you have yet to find your purpose is that you haven't asked God? In this podcast, Esther sits down with Merry Korn, founder of Pearl Interactive Network, and a mom who found her purpose after being fired from one job as a single mom. Merry discusses the importance of following one's purpose, overcoming fear, and the power of informational interviews in networking and career development. She emphasizes the importance of clarity in one's goals and of building relationships to achieve success, especially for women in business. In this podcast, we discuss: * Overcoming fear is essential for personal and professional growth. * Informational interviews can open doors to new opportunities and connections. * Finding your life purpose involves reflecting on past experiences and passions. * Networking is crucial for building relationships. * The importance of vision and a business plan * The power of faith and prayer * Success comes from taking action and not being afraid to ask for help. Resources: Merry's workbooks: https://firedtoinspired.com/workbooks/ [https://firedtoinspired.com/workbooks/] Follow Busy Moms Get It Done: Instagram: @busymomsgetitdone LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/busy-moms-get-it-done/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/busy-moms-get-it-done/] #singlemoms #entrepreneurship #womenentrepreneurs #busymoms #merrykorn #mompreneur