Moms Makin’ Dough

Why is it so hard for women entrepreneurs, especially working moms, to pay themselves first? Why does making real profit feel like an afterthought, even when the sales are rolling in? In this milestone 30th episode of Moms Makin’ Dough, host Kendra Hewitt brings infectious joy as she celebrates not just podcast longevity, but a lifelong dream turned reality, buying her very own lake home in Maine!...

In episode 29 of the Moms Makin' Dough Summer School Series, Kendra Hewitt dives deep into one of the most overlooked marketing superpowers: connection before conversion. This episode breaks down the art of persuasive promotion and gives you the step-by-step process to speak to your audience’s real struggles; so your message doesn’t just land, it sticks. Kendra walks you through four practical ste...

In this summer school edition of Moms Makin’ Dough, host Kendra Hewitt dives into Module 3 of her upcoming course for women entrepreneurs; Prioritize Before Burnout. This episode is a sanity check for any business owner feeling the weight of hustle culture, decision fatigue, or the creeping shadow of burnout. Kendra shares her own journey with ADHD and time blindness, offering practical strategies...

In Episode 27 of the Moms Makin’ Dough podcast, Kendra is diving into the second “P” in a Purposeful Profits journey: Packaging & Pricing. Whether you’re creating a new offer for the first time or reimagining one that already exists, this step is crucial; and often can be the most challenging.  You’ll learn: How to package your offer by focusing on the transformation you want to lead for your idea...

In this vibrant kickoff to the Summer School Series on Moms Makin’ Dough, host Kendra Hewitt introduces an eight-week journey to help mom entrepreneurs transform their passions into profitable, purpose-driven businesses. This episode dives into the first module, focusing on creating a product, service, or experience that aligns passion, purpose, and profit. Kendra shares her personal evolution fro...

In this episode of Moms Makin’ Dough, host Kendra Hewitt opens up about her life-changing discovery of living with ADHD, diagnosed at 42, and how it’s reshaped her perspective as a mom, entrepreneur, and real estate investor. Kendra shares her raw journey of flipping a million-dollar house while grappling with undiagnosed ADHD, revealing how her brilliant, creative mind; once her greatest asset; a...

In this episode of Moms Makin’ Dough, host Kendra Hewitt transforms financial check-ins into an exciting, actionable process for working moms and mompreneurs. Kendra shares her refined five-step quarterly review system to track, measure, and reset personal and professional financial goals every 90 days. Moving beyond budgets and spreadsheets, she emphasizes owning the right numbers to build moment...

In this episode of the Moms Makin Dough Podcast, host Kendra Hewitt shares fresh insights from her coaching calls to help mom entrepreneurs build businesses and lives by design, not default. Reflecting on her client’s transformative journey, Kendra explores the common feelings of being stressed, strained, stuck, and stagnant—and how to shift toward purposeful growth. Using a powerful analogy of bu...

In this episode of Moms Makin’ Dough, host Kendra Hewitt tackles the common entrepreneurial pitfall of shiny object syndrome, where the allure of new tools, courses, or equipment promises quick business growth but often leads to distraction and debt. Drawing from her coaching experiences, Kendra shares real-world examples, like a med spa owner with unused equipment and a new entrepreneur overwhelm...

In this episode of the Moms Makin’ Dough Podcast, host Kendra Hewitt shares a practical framework for tracking key business metrics that drive growth and profitability. Drawing from her coaching experience, Kendra emphasizes the importance of simplifying metrics to maintain consistency and gain actionable insights. She recounts a client’s recent success, achieving a record-breaking $20,000 month a...

In this episode of Moms Makin' Dough, host Kendra Hewitt returns from a transformative trip to Spain, where a walk down memory lane in Barcelona sparked reflections on her 20-year journey in marketing. Inspired by her time living in Marbella and her early entrepreneurial adventures, Kendra dives into the power of "old school" marketing strategies that remain effective today. She shares a personal...

In this episode of Moms Makin’ Dough, host Kendra Hewitt walks you through her personal five-part cash injection checklist: offering practical, tactical ways to generate more revenue without burning out or compromising your values. Whether your business is in a season of sustaining, scaling, or shifting, this episode is your mid-Q2 wake-up call to stop tolerating financial plateaus and start makin...

Most business owners wear too many hats; marketing, operations, finance, and feel stuck in the daily grind without a clear roadmap to growth. In this episode of Moms Makin’ Dough, Kendra Hewitt breaks down her simple framework: the four essential buckets every business must manage to thrive. Listeners will learn the core focus of each bucket: Marketing & Sales (profit), Operations (product), Finan...

Many mompreneurs stick with the same financial team for years without realizing their needs have outgrown them. In this episode, Kendra unpacks how to know when it’s time to upgrade or replace key players, both personally and in business, to protect your future and keep scaling. From her own experience helping her 76-year-old mom update estate plans to navigating business growth shifts, Kendra bre...

In this episode of Moms Makin’ Dough, your host Kendra Hewitt dives into a conversation we all need to have: Why does it feel like you're making great money, but still not building real wealth? If you’ve ever looked at your income and wondered, “Where did it all go?” - this one’s for you. Kendra introduces the concept of being a HENRY (High Earner, Not Rich Yet) and unpacks the hidden money blocks...

In this episode of Moms Makin' Dough, Kendra Hewitt answers a listener’s question and dives into how to build business credit like the boss babe you are. If you've ever wondered how business credit differs from personal credit, or how to strategically leverage it to scale your business, this is your roadmap. Kendra breaks down the 5 essential steps every entrepreneur should take to start building...

In this episode of Moms Makin’ Dough, host Kendra Hewitt dives deep into the often misunderstood world of creditworthiness and how it impacts both your personal finances and financial mindset. With a mix of real-life stories, expert breakdowns, and personal wins, Kendra helps listeners shift the shame around credit and step into a new understanding of how to build credit like a queen. Kendra share...

In this episode of Moms Makin’ Dough, host Kendra Hewitt pulls back the curtain on the exact quarterly business review process she uses with all her one-on-one coaching clients. Whether you’re just starting out or scaling your business, this episode walks you through the core metrics that every mompreneur should be tracking to create sustainable growth, consistent income, and a business that doesn...

In this episode of the Moms Makin Dough Podcast, host Kendra Hewitt walks listeners through her signature 5-step personal finance quarterly review—what she calls the “ninja Jedi tricks” of money planning. Designed especially for busy, faith-based moms and female entrepreneurs, this practical framework helps women spring-clean their finances and reverse-engineer their money goals with clarity and c...

In this episode of Moms Makin Dough, host Kendra Hewitt sits down with tax strategist and wealth builder Lorraine Millington of Melanin Tax Solutions to crack open one of the most misunderstood (and costly) parts of running a business—TAXES. With over 16 years of experience, Lorraine is a game-changer in the world of tax strategy, helping entrepreneurs and real estate investors stop overpaying and...

In this episode of Moms Makin & Dough, host Kendra Hewitt explores the concept of financial seasons—helping you identify where you are in your money journey and what steps to take next. While the actual seasons of the year may not always align with your financial state, understanding these metaphorical cycles can provide clarity and direction. Kendra breaks down the four financial seasons: • Fall...

In this episode of Moms Makin Dough, host Kendra Hewitt challenges the traditional approach to budgeting and introduces a fresh, empowering method—The Alignment Plan. Instead of restrictive budgeting that feels like a financial diet, Kendra guides listeners through a process of aligning their money with their core values and long-term vision. She explains the key differences between having a budge...

In this episode of Moms Makin Dough, host Kendra Hewitt tackles one of the most frequently asked questions: Where do I start when my money is a total mess? Whether it’s a cash flow crisis, overwhelming debt, or just financial chaos, Kendra walks listeners through a clear and actionable process to regain control and start making progress. With a blend of personal finance and business insights, Kend...

In this episode of Moms Makin & Dough, host Kendra Hewitt dives deep into one of her favorite strategies—reverse engineering money goals. As an entrepreneur and business coach, Kendra shares the exact process she follows to set and achieve financial targets every 90 days, making it practical and repeatable for anyone looking to gain control of their finances. Inspired by The Gap and The Gain by Da...

In this episode, host Kendra Hewitt dives into one of the most crucial yet often overlooked money lessons—paying yourself first. Drawing from her personal journey as an entrepreneur, Kendra shares how she transitioned from chasing revenue to prioritizing financial self-care. From her early days as a college student balancing aviation studies with a growing marketing business to running multiple si...