The Mom Founders Table

This is for the mom entrepreneur who’s ready to feel more grounded, more clear, and more connected in the life she’s working so hard to build. We know we should create space for ourselves, for our lives, for the people we love. But what does that even look like when you're leading a company AND running a household? This episode is an honest conversation about what it actually takes to find you...

You’ve been working long hours, pouring yourself into your business, striving for success… And in the process, your business has slowly become your identity. So many of the women I work with are stuck in that loop and don’t even realize it. You’re not doing anything wrong. You’ve just been in survival mode for years, trying to hold everything together, carry the weight, and prove you can handle it...

Identity Series: Are You Sacrificing Yourself for Your Business? It’s easy to lose yourself in the pursuit of greatness through your business. In the titles we wear as mom, in our relationships, in how we give and care for everyone around us.  If you’ve felt disconnected from what we love and unable to feel or enjoy the things in your life, you’re not alone.  But, building a life-first business is...

In this episode of The Mom Founders Table podcast, Dr. Gretchen Hawley, a health expert and entrepreneur, shares her inspiring journey in life and business through Kelsea’s Private Partnership program. She reveals how the process has not only revolutionized her business but also improved her personal life and well-being, including: Going From Burnout to Sustainably Hitting A $95K Month And Her Bes...

How often do you think, “If I just work less, I’ll feel better.”? But, it’s not always about how much you’re working —it’s about how much you’re carrying.  Because, as a mom entrepreneur, you’re not just running a business ...you're also carrying the weight of decisions for multiple people, endless responsibilities, and societal expectations every single day. You might take time off, step away...

How much are you prioritizing REST as a high-achieving mother and entrepreneur? That’s a rhetorical question, because it’s the reason you landed on this episode. You know sleep is important. But when you're running on fumes and constantly pushing to “get things done” in your business without ever making rest a priority, it leaves you feeling unhappy and drained, instead of truly enjoying the l...

They say movement is medicine, but for mom entrepreneurs, movement often gets lost in the in-between moments…. Like rushing to the car for school pick-ups, standing up from your desk to switch the laundry, or grabbing a quick bite. It’s easy to convince yourself you’re "too busy" to exercise, but that mindset is actually lying to you.  If you're feeling disconnected from movement in...

In the first-ever interview on The Mom Founders Table  podcast, Sharise Johnson, founder of SMJ Communications, shares her incredible journey and growth while working with Kelsea through her private business coaching program. In this episode, Sharise discusses how coaching has not only impacted her business but also her personal life and relationships, including: Connect with Sharise: Instagram: @...

Are you a “reactive leader” or proactive leader” in your business? If right now, leading business feels like you're constantly running from one problem to the next, like you're working on a million different things at one time, feeling scattered or like you can never get ahead or catch up…You’re probably stuck in reactive leadership. A proactive leader sets the tone for your team and for your clie...

If you're frustrated that your team doesn’t seem motivated or part of the “bigger vision” of your business, it’s a sign that the culture or leadership style needs adjusting. A high-performing team is the difference between the longevity and success of your business and stagnation. A toxic or unmotivated culture affects everyone’s productivity. But when you cultivate a strong, motivated team, y...

Cogs in the wheels keeping you and your team from hitting goals in your business? Without the right systems in place, you’re going to keep staring at those 8-hour work days and micromanaging moments.  Thankfully, there are so many tools and ways to keep your team on track and start moving the needle towards growth.   This episode will give you steps to: Free Up Time with Systems : How to create sy...

You built this business for more freedom, but instead, it seems like you’re doing MORE than you before. Are you wondering why it feels so hard to hand over tasks, even though you’ve got a great team and know how desperately you need the time back? Listen in to learn exactly what it will take to delegate tasks without micromanaging, so your team can thrive without you hovering and you can focus on...

If you’re ready to strengthen your team, get all in alignment with your vision, and create a culture where everyone thrives, this is where the 5-week, team-focused series starts. After 14 years as an entrepreneur and working with teams of all sizes, I’ve seen the struggles business owners face. If you’ve ever felt disorganized, dealt with multiple miscommunications, missed deadlines or struggled w...

Feel like you’re stuck in an endless cycle of chasing the next goal—always striving but never truly enjoying what you’ve built? If we live in that constant energy of chasing, we become so exhausted that it’s not sustainable. We’re often so focused on the future, we forget to acknowledge how far we’ve come and what we’ve already built.  If the thought “I’ll be happy when…” feels all too familiar, t...

This new year, you’re done dealing with burnout, overwhelm, and the endless cycle of hustle.   You’ve worked too hard to let those things hold you back from the success and balance you KNOW you deserve. It’s time to leave behind the chaos and step into the clarity and alignment you’ve been craving. In this episode, I’m sharing how I’m partnering with high-achieving women entrepreneurs like you in...

The lessons I learned in competitive powerlifting completely changed how I approach business — and they can change yours too! Just like in training, where you can’t lift at 90% of your max every day, your business needs cycles of push and pull to thrive. I’m sharing how the concept of periodization helped me break free from the relentless hustle and create sustainable growth in my business and lif...

It might sound impossible, but it’s not! In this episode, I’m sharing how my client hit a $95,000 month while on maternity leave and working just 20-25 hours a week.  If you’re tired of feeling overwhelmed by your business demands and are craving more time and balance, this episode will show you how strategic systems, delegation, and business structure can create the freedom you’ve been dreaming o...

Imagine making decisions with total confidence – Where saying “YES” to yourself feels good and never leaves you worrying about pausing on your growth or having guilt about taking time away.  Knowing your choices align with your priorities and benefit not just your business, but your life as a whole. The kind of “YES!” that opens doors, creates clarity, and builds momentum in every area to bring yo...

Ever wonder what it’s like to step away from the day-to-day grind and focus on your business with fresh eyes?  That’s exactly what I did during my own VIP planning day — something I offer my clients, but this time, I treated myself to the experience.  And it was mind-blowing! In this episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of how I planned, reflected, and set intentional goals for 2025 to help y...

Do your mornings feel like a mad dash from the moment your feet hit the floor? Maybe it’s the kids needing breakfast, emails already piling up, or that nagging feeling you’re behind before the day has even started. I get it because I’ve been there too. But, why are we going into a day of parenting unprepared, when it’s one of the hardest jobs we’ll ever have? Whether you’re a morning person or not...

“You can’t just put your marriage on autopilot and expect it to grow. You have to actively water the plant—otherwise, it’s dead before you even notice it’s wilting.” In this final episode of our three-part marriage series, we’re focusing on growing together as a team amidst juggling parenting, entrepreneurship, and maintaining our partnership. From balancing different ambitions and staying aligned...

Being the main provider as a woman can create a lot of tiptoeing around financial convos and asking for help where needed.  This can often lead to unspoken tensions and challenges, if left unsaid. But, it’s not always easy to strike the right balance or feel understood in those moments. In the second part of this special series, my husband Eric and I discuss the importance of (healthy) commun...

"Sometimes, I’d be so deep into work that I wouldn’t even notice my husband giving me that look – the one that says, 'Hey, I’m here too.'" When you’re a high-achieving mom with big goals, it’s all too easy to get lost in a million things – managing a business, raising kids, and doing life. But, let’s be real — your marriage can’t be an afterthought. Your relationship deserves more than leftover ti...

Getting new clients (and another chunk of change) is nice and all, but not quite as great as FEELING worth what you charge.  As a woman, I know all too well how uncomfortable it used to feel thinking about raising my prices. But, saying yes to every client and project for work that was well above my pay grade was not only draining my energy and time, but also my passion for what I truly wante...

You’re sitting in a quiet moment, perhaps after the kids have gone to bed, and the weight of the day settles on your shoulders. You replay conversations in your head, wishing you’d chosen different words, or you feel the gnawing guilt of not being as present for your kids as you’d like.  As a mom and entrepreneur, it’s all too easy to be hard on yourself – feeling torn between your ambitions...