It's a Learn as You Go Process

Can You Really Have It All?

What if the choices aren't just career woman or stay-at-home mom? In this episode, I sit down with Anna Runyan, founder of Classy Career Girl, to talk about what she calls the "third option" creating a life and business that works with motherhood instead of competing against it. We dive into Anna's unexpected homeschooling journey, how she built a successful business in small pockets of time, and why so many moms feel pressure to choose between professional success and being present with their families. If you've ever felt torn between your ambitions and motherhood, this conversation will challenge the idea that you have to pick one or the other. Key Takeaway You don't need more hours in the day, you need clarity on what matters most. Whether you're homeschooling, working a traditional job, running a business, or doing a combination of all three, small intentional actions taken consistently can create a life that aligns with your values. Connect With Anna Find Anna and learn more about her work at the Classy Career Girl community, where she helps women build businesses and careers that fit the life they want to create. Connect With 9 to 5 Mom With a Pod If this episode resonated with you, share it with another mom who feels caught between her ambitions and motherhood. Your next step doesn't have to be choosing one over the other—it might just be creating your own third option. 🎙️💜

Self-taught Entrepreneurship & Using LinkedIn for Business Growth

In this engaging interview, Amanda shares her journey from orthodontist to successful entrepreneur and personal brand builder. Discover how self-learning, leveraging social media, and embracing pivoting can transform expertise into a thriving business, all while balancing family life. 🤝 Connect with Amanda Loved Amanda’s story and want to go deeper into their world? Start here: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dramandawilson/ Website: https://www.straightsmilesolutions.com/

It's a Learn as You Go Process

IN THIS EPISODE, FRANCHESKA DELVES INTO THE OFTEN UNSPOKEN CHALLENGES OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP, PARTICULARLY THE FEELINGS OF SELF-DOUBT AND CONFUSION THAT ARISE IN THE MIDDLE OF THE JOURNEY. SHE EMPHASIZES THE IMPORTANCE OF LEARNING AS YOU GO, REDEFINING SUCCESS, AND EMBRACING THE MESSY PROCESS OF BUILDING A BUSINESS WHILE MANAGING OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES. FRANCHESKA SHARES HER PERSONAL EXPERIENCES AND ENCOURAGES LISTENERS TO ACKNOWLEDGE THEIR PROGRESS, PIVOT WHEN NECESSARY, AND NOT TO GHOST THEIR DREAMS DURING TOUGH TIMES. ✉️ STAY CONNECTED WITH FRANCHESKA If this episode hit home for you, don’t just let it be background noise. Join the 9 to 5 Mom Newsletter to unlock the exclusive book club, office hours, and bi-weekly business + productivity hacks for moms. 👉 CLICK HERE [https://9-to-5-mom-with-a-pod.kit.com/90day-podcast] to Join the 9 to 5 Mom with a Pod newsletter. 👉 CLICK HERE [https://www.eventbrite.com/o/francheska-stone-host-of-9-to-5-mom-with-a-pod-106036468611] to Join our next BUILD A BRAND AROUND A 9 TO 5 livestream.

Decide What Your Goal Rate Is and Then Pitch Above It

IN THIS EPISODE, FRANCHESKA STONE DISCUSSES HER JOURNEY INTO THE WORLD OF BRANDING AND SPONSORSHIPS, SHARING INSIGHTS ON HOW TO EFFECTIVELY NEGOTIATE AND ATTRACT THE RIGHT PARTNERS FOR CONTENT CREATORS. SHE EMPHASIZES THE IMPORTANCE OF MINDSET, PRACTICAL PRICING STRATEGIES, AND THOROUGH RESEARCH ON POTENTIAL SPONSORS TO CREATE SUCCESSFUL PARTNERSHIPS. FRANCHESKA ENCOURAGES LISTENERS TO EMBRACE LEARNING AND EXPERIMENTATION AS THEY NAVIGATE THE COMPLEXITIES OF MONETIZING THEIR CONTENT. KATIE STECKLY: YOU'RE GONNA GET BRAND DEALS IN 2026. HERE'S HOW: HTTPS://WWW.YOUTUBE.COM/WATCH?V=TKDWEXIGQYK [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TKDWEXIgQYk] ✉️ STAY CONNECTED WITH FRANCHESKA If this episode hit home for you, don’t just let it be background noise. Join the 9 to 5 Mom Newsletter to unlock the exclusive book club, office hours, and bi-weekly business + productivity hacks for moms. 👉 CLICK HERE [https://9-to-5-mom-with-a-pod.kit.com/90day-podcast] to Join the 9 to 5 Mom with a Pod newsletter. 👉 CLICK HERE [https://www.eventbrite.com/o/francheska-stone-host-of-9-to-5-mom-with-a-pod-106036468611] to Join our next BUILD A BRAND AROUND A 9 TO 5 livestream.

I Almost Quit This Podcast Last Week

IN THIS EPISODE, FRANCHESKA STONE SHARES HER PERSONAL JOURNEY AS A MOM AND ENTREPRENEUR, DISCUSSING THE CHALLENGES SHE FACED WHEN ILLNESS STRUCK HER FAMILY, LEADING HER TO CONTEMPLATE QUITTING HER PODCAST AND BUSINESS. SHE REFLECTS ON THE ILLUSION OF CONTROL IN ENTREPRENEURSHIP, THE FEARS OF VISIBILITY AND FAILURE, AND THE LOVE SHE HAS FOR HER WORK. FRANCHESKA EMPHASIZES THE IMPORTANCE OF EMBRACING IMPERFECTION AND DOCUMENTING HER JOURNEY AS SHE EVOLVES HER PODCAST INTO A MEDIA COMPANY FOR MOMS. ✉️ STAY CONNECTED WITH FRANCHESKA If this episode hit home for you, don’t just let it be background noise. Join the 9 to 5 Mom Newsletter to unlock the exclusive book club, office hours, and bi-weekly business + productivity hacks for moms. 👉 CLICK HERE [https://9-to-5-mom-with-a-pod.kit.com/90day-podcast] to Join the 9 to 5 Mom with a Pod newsletter. 👉 CLICK HERE [https://www.eventbrite.com/o/francheska-stone-host-of-9-to-5-mom-with-a-pod-106036468611] to Join our next BUILD A BRAND AROUND A 9 TO 5 livestream.