A Blog for women, about women; the roses and thorns of life & everything in Between

Being a Mom, Entrepreneur, and Product Designer

I had my daughter in 2016 and realized there were not many swimwear options that were both premium quality and eco-conscious. I wanted to create a brand that had the colors, prints, and style of something I would wear but made for my kids. That’s how the brand was born! Saint Maddox also focuses on sustainability by using recycled fabrics and trims, in addition to only producing domestically, which helps our planet.

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Modern Feminism isn’t a ‘One Size Fits All’ Model

There is no right way to support women. There is no right way to be a mother. There is no right way to be a feminist. And suppose we, as women, really want to affect continual and lasting change for our daughters and their daughters. In that case, we may need to start supporting each other for real instead of one-upping and putting other women down to raise ourselves up. Read more about modern feminism and how women can support women.

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The Power of the Pivot: A Working Mom’s Perspective on Flexibility and Resilience

A mom, entrepreneur, soul-seeker, and general badass, Raena has made my days just a little brighter, deeper, and inspired ever since I started following along with her journey as a working mom on Instagram. I am ever the believer in building a community of women supporting women, and Raena has so much wisdom, and openness to share. This is Raena. Read the interview.

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Confronting White Privilege in America: An Open Letter

I continuously lived in fear when I was growing up. Fear that we would not be accepted. Fear that we would be unjustly targeted by the police. Fear that we would be shunned by our community. I did not live in fear of losing my life. At the end of the day, I am white, and in this country that's the difference between life and death.

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How to Persevere When the Entire Business World Changes

This month, I connected (remotely) with Margaret Cascio. A veteran in the hospitality and tech industries, a mother, a full-time career woman, and a social advocate to discuss how she is persisting during this time and finding ways to flourish and adapt. Here is her story.

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Diversity of Skills Equals Assurance: Your Career Doesn’t Have to Take a Planned Path

April O’Meara has the perfect story to explore the concept of how to diversify your skills for career growth. Her career has taken anything but an expected path, and the flow of her professional life is what makes her such a warrior and incredible example to women. Read the full story in this interview-style post with Entreprenista Mama.

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How to Conquer Imposter Syndrome, and Embrace Your Power

At almost 40, I am finally learning how to own my power, believe in myself, and conquer imposter syndrome. As a recovering imposter, who's now learning to own my power as a leader, an entrepreneur, a mom, and a woman, here are a few of the ways I've seen Imposter Syndrome take over and stop wondrously talented women from pursuing their dreams.

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Surviving In Corporate Leadership: A How-To Guide For Women

Kelsie Skinner became a marketing director for a fast-paced high volume B2B business before thirty. Learn how she did it, and how she balances her work life and home life, plus what inspires her!

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Part 3: Set Loving Goals For Yourself In 2020

Would it be fair to say that it’s incredibly hard to get your personal goals down on paper? But, what if you could take all of those passions and desires housed in your brain, and get them out on paper. I finally did it myself; I wrote down my New Year’s resolutions! And you can too! Read part three of this blog series: How to Set Loving New Year’s Goals for Yourself in 2020.

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Part 2: New Year’s Goals Designed for Driven Women

In last week’s post, I dug into my roadmap for daily meditation, clean eating, and limiting alcohol consumption in 2020.

This week, I will talk about intentions for physical care, fitness, and exercise, plus self-care in the new year. I’m pumped! Are you ready?! 🙌

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Part 1: New Year's Goals For Women Overachievers

Let’s dig into bettering ourselves in 2020! Here are the first three of my resolutions for 2020 (yes, I'm an overachiever). All of which are aimed at becoming more resilient, more healthy, less reactionary, and generally extra zen in the new year. Because after all, this journey of life is a work in progress!

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Let’s Change Corporate Culture So Women Can Flourish

The only way for women to break through the glass ceiling and gain more support and equal treatment in the workforce is if we can effectively change the corporate culture as it exists today. Find out how women can make the changes needed to make corporate a more supportive environment for women.

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Corporate Culture Needs to Change for Women to Thrive

Women get into the corporate workforce thinking that all is fair and equal, only to discover that the cards in the company deck are stacked against female professional advancement. Corporate culture needs to change for women to thrive and become better leaders!

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8 Ways to Start a Hobby and Stick With It

Don’t give up on the hobby you’ve been trying to make time for, but just can’t seem to stick with. These eight ways to start a hobby and stick with it will help you get over the hurdles holding you back.

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Stop Procrastinating And Overcome What’s Holding You Back

Maybe it’s lack of staying on task, or maybe you struggle with starting a project or making a big life decision, whatever the reasons are that you find yourself procrastinating, it’s time to stop and take action! Overcome what’s holding you back with these tips to stop procrastination in its tracks.

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You Are Your Best Self Now. Embrace It.

I spent years trying to force myself into a box of physical health that wasn’t working for my body or my mind. Don’t make the same mistake I did. Give yourself the gift of self-love now! Ready the latest Entreprenista Mama post on why being your best self sometimes takes changing your perspective.

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Why You Should Wait To Set Your New Year's Resolutions Until January

With all of the craziness that comes with the holidays, especially if you have kiddos, it can seem insane to try tacking on personal growth planning during that time as well. So don’t! Read why setting your resolutions for the year in January can set you up better to achieve your goals this year.

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Dear Women, Is Staying Silent Hurting Our Capacity For Change?

Do you feel like the current political state of our country is so negative and partisan that it’s almost revolting? Do you look at your social media feed and feel worse? Do you feel at a loss as to what to do? Let’s have a real conversation about how our silence is hurting our country.

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You Can Have It All, Just Maybe Not All At Once

What if someone said you could have all the things you’ve ever wanted—all at once. Would that actually be a good thing? I’ve been working on a theory that consists of this: You can have all the things you want, just maybe not all at once. Read more, and tell me what you think!

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