The Business of Parenting Podcast

In the startup years of parenting, interruptions can feel like the enemy. Between work, responsibilities, and endless to-do lists, many parents spend their days trying to manage interruptions more effectively. But what if we've been thinking about interruptions all wrong? In this episode of the series, Seasons of Leadership: Helping Parents Become the Leaders Their Families Need—In Every Season, J...

Graduation is often celebrated as a milestone for our children—but what if it’s also a profound leadership transition for parents? In this deeply reflective episode kicking off the new Seasons of Leadership series, Jackie explores the emotional and identity shifts that accompany graduation season and the evolving role parents must learn to embrace as their children step into adulthood. Through per...

In this episode of The Business of Parenting Podcast, Jackie returns with a timely conversation about leading your family with purpose in a busy season. Life does not always slow down when we need it to, and most parents cannot wait for the calendar to clear before parenting with intention. Jackie explores why purpose becomes even more important, not less, when family life feels stretched, rushed,...

In this supplemental episode of the Partnering for Life mini-series, Jackie speaks directly to single parents and sole decision-makers at home. Drawing from her experience being raised by a single mother, she reflects on what strong leadership looks like from a child’s perspective and reframes family leadership through the lens of the “sole founder.” This episode explores how clarity, support syst...

In Part 3 of Partnering for Life, Jackie reflects on what happens after vision is defined and ownership is clarified—because life keeps changing. Through personal stories and leadership insights, she explores how couples can build rhythms of recalibration, stay connected through busy seasons, and revisit alignment before small tensions grow into distance. Strong partnerships aren’t built on one go...

In Part 2 of Partnering for Life, Jackie explores the invisible work and mental load that often strain even strong marriages. From tracking school schedules to anticipating needs, unseen responsibilities can quietly create imbalance and resentment if they’re never named. In this episode, Jackie unpacks the difference between “helping” and true ownership and shares practical ways couples can clarif...

In the first episode of the Partnering for Life mini-series, Jackie explains why couples cannot effectively co-lead their family if they haven’t first co-defined what they’re building together. Drawing from business leadership principles, she explores the importance of shared vision, defining success for your family in the current season, and surfacing unspoken assumptions before they turn into fr...

Season 2 of The Business of Parenting Podcast begins with a powerful mini-series, Partnering for Life: Leading Like Co-Founders, focused on the foundation of every thriving family — the partnership between parents. In this series, Jackie Mourot explores how couples can align on vision, clarify invisible work, and build rhythms that keep them connected through changing seasons of life. Featuring a...

Why is it so hard to get kids to follow through — even when they want to do the right thing? In this episode of The Business of Parenting Podcast, Jackie breaks down why motivation doesn’t come before action… motion does. Using the simple but powerful Do → Doing → Done framework, you’ll learn how to turn vague expectations into clear steps, help kids stay engaged in the messy middle, and create me...

As we get closer to the end of our first year here on the TBOP Podcast, i'd like to revisit my favorite series: Lead the Way: Parenting with Influence   In the final episode of the Parenting with Influence series, TBOP Podcast host Jackie Mourot, Ed. D. explores what it means to lead with the long game in mind. Learn how to shift from managing behavior to shaping identity—and how to raise tomorrow...

As we get closer to the end of our first year here on the TBOP Podcast, i'd like to revisit my favorite series: Lead the Way: Parenting with Influence   Tired of repeating yourself? In Part 3 of the Lead the Way: Parenting with Influence series, Jackie Mourot, Ed. D. shares how to shift from command-based parenting to coaching with connection. Learn the C.O.A.C.H. framework—a practical, relationsh...

As we get closer to the end of our first year here on the TBOP Podcast, i'd like to revisit my favorite series: Lead the Way: Parenting with Influence   Part 2 of the “Lead the Way” Series: Parenting with Influence Trust is the cornerstone of leadership—and parenting is no exception. In this deeper dive into what it really means to lead your family, Jackie explores how credibility, consistency, an...

As we get closer to the end of our first year here on the TBOP Podcast, I'd like to revisit my favorite series: Lead the Way: Parenting with Influence   Part 1 of the “Lead the Way: Parenting with Influence" Series Why don’t our kids just do what we say? In this kickoff episode of the Lead the Way series, Jackie unpacks one of the biggest frustrations parents face—and reframes it through a leaders...

Why Won't My Kids Do What I Ask?: The Trap of Expectation Over Explanation Ever asked your kids to do something only to find it half-done—or not done the way you asked? You’re not alone. In this episode, Jackie explores one of the most common (and avoidable) frustrations in family life: the trap of expectations over explanations. Drawing lessons from leadership and real-life parenting, she shares...

The Serious Business of Fun — Lessons from My 11-Year-Old In this special Table Talks episode, Jackie sits down with her youngest son, 11-year-old Aurelio, to explore why fun isn’t just for kids, it’s a vital part of strong family leadership. Together, they share stories, laughter, and honest reflections on how play builds connection, creativity, and joy at home. From family adventures to spontane...

What’s on your mind lately — and is it helping you lead well? Ever catch yourself thinking about all the things you should be doing — and then feeling guilty for not doing them? In this episode, Jackie unpacks how what you allow yourself to think shapes how you feel, act, and ultimately lead as a parent. Using her Parent Thought Leadership Framework: Catch it. Challenge it. Change it. Choose it —...

This week we're going to have a throwback Monday and recap my first  episode that laid the foundation for The Business of Parenting Podcast. I look forward to being back with a new episode next week!   In this first episode of The Business of Parenting, Jackie Mourot, Ed. D.—leadership strategist and mom of five—asks: Are you in the business of parenting? She shares how the same principles that he...

In this heartfelt episode of The Business of Parenting Podcast, Jackie shares timeless lessons from an old childhood favorite — The Three Little Pigs — and what it can teach us about leading our families through uncertain times. Using the story of the brick house as a metaphor, she explores how to build a family foundation that can weather any storm. Through personal stories about family values, t...

n business, ROI — return on investment — is the measure of success. But what if we applied that same concept to parenting? In this episode of The Business of Parenting Podcast, Jackie Mourot unpacks the idea of Parenting ROI — the long-term returns that come not in dollars or quarterly reports, but in the kind of people our children become. From the daily inputs of time, attention, and modeling va...

Have your kids ever said, “School is such a waste—why do I need to learn this?” You’re not alone. In this episode of The Business of Parenting Podcast, Jackie Mourot reframes the role of school for parents and kids alike. She explores the difference between education and schooling, shows how parents remain their children’s most important educators, and offers practical strategies to make learning...

In this Table Talks conversation, Jackie sits down with her 16-year-old daughter to explore the power of influence in a teen’s life. Together, they dive into the push and pull between parents, peers, and distractions—from social media to daily choices—and share honest insights on how influence shapes both teens and parents. Listeners will walk away encouraged that, even in the midst of competing v...

Parenting with purpose often feels like pushing a boulder uphill while "everyone else" sprints downhill in the opposite direction. In this episode, Jackie shares a real-life story about setting limits with her 16-year-old, unpacks why choosing to be “different” as a parent leader matters, and connects insights from the book Hold On to Your Kids to remind us that being different isn’t deprivation —...

Ever catch yourself saying, “I wish I had more time… I wish I had more energy… I wish I could focus more on my kids…”? As parents, we spend a lot of time at the wishing well, tossing in our hopes and waiting for something to change. But wishing wells are bottomless. They swallow our “I wish” and never deliver the “then.” In this episode of The Business of Parenting Podcast, Jackie Mourot, Ed. D. i...

We tell our kids that when one door closes, another one opens — but when it’s our turn to face rejection or disappointment, living that truth isn’t so easy. In this episode of The Business of Parenting Podcast, Jackie shares a personal story of hearing “no” herself, and how it became an opportunity to practice what she preaches. Together we’ll explore the difference between managing family logisti...

In this episode of Table Talks, Jackie sits down with her 18-year-old daughter, Julianna, as she embarks on her college journey. Together, they explore what it really takes for parents to help their teens discover and grow their passions—whether that means housing rescued animals, encouraging musical talent, or simply giving kids the space to explore. Julianna shares how her childhood fascination...