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Wednesday Oct 26, 2022
Wednesday Oct 26, 2022
Do you have a love-hate relationship with social media? It seems like an easy way to market your business because it’s free and feels like everyone is on there.
But what if you really don’t like using social media in the first place?
What if you just want to create amazing content to serve the people God is calling you to serve instead of creating social media content that might get seen by a fraction of them?
Is social media required to have success as an entrepreneur though? Many feel that it is, but today, I’m going to talk with Sandy Cooper about the reality of using social media as an entrepreneur, the cost, and if it’s actually important for entrepreneurs.
This is Part 1 of a 2 part series so listen to the next episode for the follow-up to this one.
I pray that this episode speaks to you and leads you to do what God is wanting you to do you in your life and business. This conversation might be controversial to some, but we wanted to bring it to the table to consider all aspects of using social media so we can be good stewards of the businesses God has given us.
More about Sandy Cooper
Sandy Cooper is a writer, podcaster, Bible study teacher, and professionally certified home chef. She has been a wife to Jon for over 28 years and is mom to Noah (deceased), Rebekah (23), Elijah (20), and Elliana (15). She has been encouraging women since 2008 at thescooponbalance.com and podcasts weekly at The Balanced MomCast from her home office in Florida, where she lives with her family.
To learn more about Sandy’s Make Social Media Small challenge starting Nov 1st, go to https://thescooponbalance.com/makesocialmediasmall/
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~Feeling stuck? Grab a Biblical Mindset session to get clarity so you can take God-inspired action as an entrepreneur. Identify the thoughts keeping you stuck, get clear on where God is leading you, and walk away with an action plan to take the next steps toward your goals. Only a few spots available each week, so make sure you sign up if you're needing 1:1 support. Grab that at www.mamawithacalling.com/coaching
~Join us in the Faith-drive Business Mamas Community. Meet other Christian moms pursuing the calling to have an online business and navigating the ups and downs of WAHM life, business, and trying to follow God through it all. You’ll find community, support, encouragement, and Biblical mindset solutions to set you free from doubt, mom guilt, and all the negative thoughts keeping you stuck.
~Website/blog: www.mamawithacalling.com
Tuesday Oct 18, 2022
Tuesday Oct 18, 2022
Do you have a decision that you’re feeling stuck on right now? Do you feel like you don’t know what to do or Which path you should really take? Maybe you’re deciding if you want to podcast or blog or maybe you’re trying to figure out who you’re called to serve or what in the world your offer would actually be. Or maybe it’s something seemingly small like the colors for your brand. No matter how big or small the decision, it’s important to you in this moment so it matters. Especially if indecision is keeping you stuck and not making this decision is keeping you from doing the other things in your business that you know need to be done.
In today’s episode, we’re going to talk about 3 steps to hearing where God is directing you so you can make a decision and get unstuck so you can move forward in your business with confidence.
In this episode,you’ll learn 3 practical steps to help you make a decision when you’re stuck. The goal is to really hear where God is leading you or where He has already told you to go so after you do these 3 steps, you will feel confident in the next steps you need to take. We’ll also talk about how to prepare yourself mentally before taking these steps so you can get the most out of it.
I hope you're encouraged by this episode and that you continue shifting your mindset toward Jesus so you can do all that He is calling you to do.
Feeling stuck? Grab a Biblical Mindset session to get clarity so you can take God-inspired action as an entrepreneur. Identify the thoughts keeping you stuck, get clear on where God is leading you, and walk away with an action plan to take the next steps toward your goals. Only a few spots available each week, so make sure you sign up if you're needing 1:1 support. Grab that at www.mamawithacalling.com/coaching
Join us in the Faith-drive Business Mamas Community. Meet other Christian moms pursuing the calling to have an online business and navigating the ups and downs of WAHM life, business, and trying to follow God through it all. You’ll find community, support, encouragement, and Biblical mindset solutions to set you free from doubt, mom guilt, and all the negative thoughts keeping you stuck.
Website/blog: www.mamawithacalling.com
Tuesday Oct 11, 2022
Tuesday Oct 11, 2022
Do you want clarity about what to do next in your business? Or how to handle a tough situation? Or just want to simply know you're on the right path; that you know exactly where God is leading you?
But it feels like you don't have clarity. You don't really know which way to go. You're doubting your decisions and the path you're on because you want to choose the option that leads to a successful business.
In today's episode, we're going to talk about 3 Biblical mindset shifts you can make about clarity to get unstuck and take action in your business.
When you redefine what clarity is, then you will have more peace and the confidence to make progress doing what God is calling you to do.
I hope you're encouraged by this episode and that you continue shifting your mindset toward Jesus so you can do all that He is calling you to do.
Feeling stuck? Grab a Breakthrough Session to get clarity so you can take God-inspired action as an entrepreneur. Identify the thoughts keeping you stuck, get clear on where God is leading you, and walk away with an action plan to take the next steps toward your goals.
Join us in the Faith-drive Business Mamas Community. Meet other Christian moms pursuing the calling to have an online business and navigating the ups and downs of WAHM life, business, and trying to follow God through it all. You’ll find community, support, encouragement, and Biblical mindset solutions to set you free from doubt, mom guilt, and all the negative thoughts keeping you stuck.
Website/blog: www.mamawithacalling.com
Thursday Sep 15, 2022
Thursday Sep 15, 2022
Have you ever wanted to just have someone to walk alongside you during a tough season? Or maybe you’re just wanting encouragement and wisdom from someone who’s been through what you’ve been through. If only they could speak into your life as you go through something new or hard, like starting a business or going through parenting for the first time.
This is exactly what discipleship is all about.
Today, I’m talking with Courtney Lowman from The Journey Of Ruth podcast about discipleship and how we can (and honestly, should) have discipleship as part of our lives in general, but especially as entrepreneurs.
We talk about:
Talking about Discipleship and why women need it.
What is discipleship (and what it’s not)?
How to avoid prideful or ego-centric in discipleshipIt’s not about making others like you but walking alongside them and leading them to Christ
Setting up discipleship meetings based on your season and goals
How to get the most out of a discipleship relationship
Finding discipleship opportunities
I hope this conversation around discipleship inspires you to seek out your own discipleship opportunities. As you transition into the new calling of an entrepreneur while also being a mom, wife, and homemaker, it will help tremendously to have someone there to walk alongside you and point you to Jesus every step of the way.
Courtney’s Info
Journey Of Ruth Podcast
www.journeyofruth.com
Instagram @journeyofruth
Entrust Discipleship Conference (Sep 24, 2022): www.journeyofruth.com/entrust
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Join the free Mama With A Calling community and find other like-minded moms starting online businesses while seeking to honor God in all they do along the way.
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Thursday Sep 01, 2022
Thursday Sep 01, 2022
Following God in business (and life!) means you have to make tons of decisions that could take you down a path you would’ve never chosen.
It looks hard, requires a ton of faith, and those around you seem to think it’s a crazy option - but you still know it’s the right option.
But how do you have the faith to choose to follow God in that moment and not succumb to the pressure of the doubters and naysayers?
It’s hard to make decisions that we know people will oppose or the decision means we will be doing something that’s totally against the grain of what anyone would expect from us. Still, we may have those who oppose our choices. These nay-sayers can come from good intentions (aka they think you’re making a mistake so they feel the need to help you) or bad ones (aka they don’t like you making big changes because it’s uncomfortable so they try to stop you with doubt).
So how do you deal with opposition that often comes along with choosing to follow God?
In this episode, I’m going to talk about 5 steps to prepare yourself to choose to follow God even when it feels scary because of the judgment waiting on the other side from your friends or family.
We will be looking at Numbers 13:26-33 in this episode if you want to grab your Bible and a notebook to take some notes.
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Biblical mindset coaching: www.mamawithacalling.com/coaching
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Sunday Aug 28, 2022
Sunday Aug 28, 2022
You want to follow God and do what He’s asking you to do in your business (and life).
But to follow Him, you kind of need to know when He’s talking to you.
But how do you know?
In today’s episode, I’m going to tell you about a critical shift in the way you think during decision-making that will help you learn how to recognize God’s voice as He speaks to you in your life.
This is really important for all Christians, but especially entrepreneurs. You want to know when God is giving you insight for your business, leading you in a new direction, etc.
But I know it’s easier said than done but with this one thought shift, it can really be so much easier.
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Attention: Calling all moms pursuing their calling but you are overwhelmed, tired of hustling and stressing and you're ready to have peace by following God and actually enjoying your business and your kids.
If that's you, then I'd love to ask some questions on a quick 15 min call. This isn't a sales pitch or anything. It's 100% for market research so I can learn how to better serve you all.
If you're interested, email me at alexia@mamawithacalling.com and we will set that up.
Thank you so much!
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For Christian life coaching for entrepreneurs: www.mamawithacalling.com/coaching
Blog: www.mamawithacalling.com
Community: Join us in the MWAC FB group at www.mamawithacalling.com/community
Thursday Aug 18, 2022
Thursday Aug 18, 2022
Today I’m talking with Lisa Appelo about her tragic story of suddenly becoming a widow with 7 children and how God ended up using this hard season of her life to fuel her calling to help others endure grief and hardships.
In this episode, we talk about her story of loss and moving forward. Then we talk about how she realized that God was calling her to use this hard season to help others. We cover topics like being obedient to God’s call on your life (even when you would’ve picked a different option), the importance of niching down, blogging as a business model, and becoming a published author to reach and serve her audience.
There is so much goodness in this episode!
So I really hope that her story inspires you today either from the perspective of someone going through something really hard and you don’t know how it’ll turn out OR as someone wondering where God is calling you as you see how God used a tragedy in Lisa’s life to actually be her calling in business and ministry.
About Lisa Appelo
After going to sleep a happily married woman and waking up a bereaved widow and single mother of seven, Lisa provides biblical encouragement for all who grieve—whether over the loss of a loved one, a job, a dream, financial stability, etc. She now manages a community of writers and those moms who, like her, are widowed. And her calling is to encourage them. Lisa likes to say that the next phase of your life after unexpected loss is not God’s Plan B for your life, but the opening to Chapter Two.
As a member of Widow Mama Collective, a Facebook community for young
widows, she helps women find hope in the hard places of loss. A popular
blogger, Lisa loves seeing women flourish in the strength of God’s
promises. Learn more at https://lisaappelo.com. You’ll also find more information about her latest book Life Can Be Good Again: Putting Your World Back Together After It All Falls Apart
Connect with Lisa on Instagram @lisaappelo
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More resources to help you confidently pursue your calling:
>> Clarity Coaching: To confidently say “yes!” to what God is calling you to do, you need to know what it is He’s calling you to. If you’re stuck and can’t seem to move forward with starting your business or actually quitting your job, then you need clarity about your calling so you can move forward with confidence. Book a call today at www.mamawithacalling.com/coaching
>> Community: Join me in the Mama With A Calling Facebook group and other like-minded faith-fueled women all pursuing their calling of having purposeful and profitable online businesses. Monthly challenges, coaching and more.
>> Blog: Check out Mama With A Calling for more resources and information to help you in all areas from leaving your job to starting your business
Tuesday Aug 02, 2022
Tuesday Aug 02, 2022
If you’re finding yourself worried about having enough money, then today’s episode is for you.
It could be worrying about making enough sales to pay the bills, some sales to prove to yourself (and your husband) that this business isn’t a crazy idea, or if you’re worried about how you’re going to keep getting enough sales every month to keep this up. At some point, most of us find ourselves worrying about money.
But today, I want to talk about what God calls us to as Christian entrepreneurs. How we can and should have a different perspective when it comes to money and sales.
In this episode, we’ll talk about what the Bible says about this topic and look at multiple examples. We’ll also talk about the 4 practical tips that you can do today to stop worrying about money in your business and start trusting God to provide.
If you need more support in this area, I want to invite you to book a Power Hour Coaching session. This is where we will identify the root of any fear coming up for you around money and replace those thoughts with biblical truths so you can stop worrying and start trusting. Just go to www.mamawithacalling.com/coaching to get started.
Feeling scattered all the time and like you’re always behind on something? Grab your free guide to creating Blessed Balance as a busy Christian mom entrepreneur. www.mamawithacalling.com/blessedbalanceguide
Have we connected yet?
I’d love to connect on Instagram @mamawithacalling
If you’re looking for a community of Christian women on a similar journey to bounce ideas off of and get support, then we’d love to have you in the free Mama With A Calling community on Facebook. Go to www.mamawithacalling.com/community to join.
Wednesday Jun 29, 2022
Wednesday Jun 29, 2022
Feeling stressed all the time? Are you worried about choosing the right business or if your business is going to be successful? Maybe you’re just feeling overwhelmed by the busyness of motherhood, managing your home, and pursuing your dream of being a business owner.
If any of that resonates with you, then this episode is for you.
Join me for an interview with Ann Swindell about how to find peace in the middle of overwhelm - in general but especially as a mom starting or running an online business.
Ann shares 3 practical steps to finding more peace. These are definitely things we can all apply to our lives, especially when things feel hectic.
We talk about Ann’s new book The Path to Peace: Experiencing God’s Comfort When You’re Overwhelmed.
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Ann’s Instagram: @AnnSwindell
Ann’s website, including more about her book: www.annswindell.com
Are you part of the free Mama With A Calling community on Facebook? If not, we’d love to have you. You can find us here Mama With A Calling Community
For show notes, links and more about how to pursue your calling and strengthen your faith while growing a business, check out my website https://www.mamawithacalling.com
Friday Jun 17, 2022
Friday Jun 17, 2022
What is God’s plan for you? What are the gifts He’s given you and how are you supposed to use them in your business and your calling?
This is a really important question because it matters both for your business and everything you do. What your business looks like, the niche you're in, how you carry yourself, and what services/products you offer all rely on this answer because when we can see what God has made us for, then everything else becomes so much clearer.
In today’s episode, we’re going to talk about how to see what God has equipped you with - personality traits, tendencies, interests, etc. - and how these are clues to what God is calling you to do.
Need help finding your calling? I’d love to help you as a Christian coach. Go to https://www.mamawithacalling.com/coaching to get started.
Let's connect!
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