Your Best Life : Confidence And Clarity For Moms Building Aligned Businesses

In this episode, I’m joined by social media coach Lyndsi, who shares how she used Facebook groups to grow her own businesses and now teaches others to do the same. What started as a way to build her social selling biz quickly became a repeatable framework for turning casual followers into warm leads without the hustle or the perfect feed. Lyndsi believes Facebook groups are the most underutilized...

For the moms who’ve been told they can’t have both… this one’s for you. This week, I was reminded how easily moms can be overlooked even when we’re more than qualified. I was dismissed for being a stay-at-home mom with a business, and for a minute, it stung. But instead of sitting back and accepting it, I chose to take action and prove to myself that I’m capable of so much more. In this solo episo...

Feeling behind because everyone on social media seems to have it all together? This episode is your reminder that you’re not behind. You’re just in the messy middle, and that’s okay. Because the truth is that none of us have it all figured out, and that’s not a weakness... it’s where the magic happens. I’m talking about the courage it takes to be authentic online, why pretending to have it all tog...

If you've been spinning your wheels, waiting to feel “ready” before starting your business — this episode is your sign to stop waiting and start aligning . In this powerful conversation, I’m joined by certified success coach Jen Lemke, who shares her journey from burnout and misalignment to building a business that finally feels like home. After 13 years in network marketing, becoming a mom made h...

In this very first Mom Story guest episode, I sit down with Ruth — teacher, mom, and founder of Play Schemas . She started this business after seeing how many parents felt frustrated or unsure about how to play with their kids — and knew her background in play schemas could help turn that chaos into connection. Through her podcast and membership, she’s now helping other parents feel more confident...

This summer looked different. I didn’t pause my business — but I did slow way down. I simplified, let go of the pressure to “do more,” and focused on being fully present with my son. In this episode, I’m reflecting on what it felt like to choose presence over productivity, the moments I wrestled with wanting to build and rest, and the unexpected clarity that came from doing less. If you’re in a se...

We’re back after a month of replays — and I’ve got some exciting updates to share! In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the fresh new direction for the podcast, including how I’ll be bringing on guests in a way that reflects you and your journey. I’m also giving you a first look at something I’ve been quietly building behind the scenes — a space made just for moms in the early stages o...

✨ Grab my Free Weekly Planner here!: https://kelseynyssen.podia.com/free-weekly-planner Mama, I know how frustrating it can feel when you don’t have as much time as you’d like to spend on your business. That’s why it’s so important to make the most of the time you do have by staying organized and being strategic—rather than getting caught up in “busy work.” In this episode, I’m sharing my top tip...

So, you’re thinking about starting a business (or maybe you’re in the messy beginning stages)? This episode is basically me sitting down with day-one me and saying, “Here’s what you actually need to know.” I’m sharing 8 honest lessons I’ve learned since becoming an entrepreneur—what actually matters, what held me back, and what I’d do differently if I were starting today. Whether you’re dreaming u...

You’re probably telling yourself you can’t start until you have the perfect idea, more time, or a full step-by-step plan—but that’s just noise. This episode is here to cut through the noise and show you what actually matters in the early stages—and what’s keeping you stuck. If you’re a mom who’s been circling the same ideas for months, feeling overwhelmed by where to start, this is your wake-up ca...

A pep talk for the woman who’s ready to believe she’s capable of starting a business. This final episode of the Summer of Starting podcast series is your pep talk — for the woman who’s ready to believe she’s capable of starting her own business. Because you don’t need more time. You don’t need more experience. And you definitely don’t need a perfect plan. You need belief. And one brave first step....

Part 7 of this series is actually a replay of Episode 19 because it fit right into what we've been talking about this summer: Let’s cut the fluff: you’re not stuck because you don’t have time or the perfect idea. You’re stuck because you’re waiting for certainty in a world that doesn’t guarantee it. If you’ve been sitting on your business dream, watching everyone else build the life and busine...

I’m guessing you aren’t dreaming of starting a business just to recreate another version of your 9 to 5. In this episode of the Summer of Starting series, we’re talking about what it really means to build a business that fits your life — not one that burns you out all over again. ✨ We’ll explore: Why having a clear vision for your life matters before picking a business idea How to avoid getting t...

You don’t need more time. You don’t need more experience. You need to believe that you’re capable. If fear and self-doubt have been holding you back from starting a business, this episode is your reminder that you're not alone — and you're not unqualified. You're just letting fear take the lead. 🎙️ In this honest and encouraging pep talk, we’ll talk about: Why fear is often disguised a...

What if this isn’t just about starting a business… What if it’s about finally creating the life you dream of? In this episode, I’m inviting you to zoom out and ask a deeper question—not “what should I start?” but “what kind of life do I actually want?” Because you don’t just want money. You want mornings that feel calm. Time with your kids. Freedom to choose. And that begins with a clear vision. T...

You have an idea. A dream. A pull to start something of your own.  But every time it surfaces, you shut it down. You tell yourself it’s impractical, unrealistic, or just not the right time.  But what if it’s not just a passing thought?  What if it’s your gut trying to lead you somewhere better?  In this episode, we’re talking about that lingering business idea you keep brushing off and what happen...

You did everything you were supposed to do. You got a degree, landed a “career” job, and spent years climbing the corporate ladder. But something is missing. This episode is for the woman who has realized that the traditional path doesn't fit her anymore.  Maybe your job looks great on paper but it leaves you drained and uninspired.  Success has begun to feel more like survival.  And you’re wo...

 If you’ve ever found yourself staring at your computer at your 9 to 5 or scrolling your phone on your lunch break thinking, “This can’t be it…”   then this episode is for you. Welcome to the Summer of Starting — a special podcast series for the woman who’s stuck in a job that drains her, living on someone else’s schedule, and dreaming of a better life for her family. In this first episode, I’m sh...

You became a mom and suddenly, your whole world shifted. Your time, your energy, your priorities. And maybe, somewhere along the way, you started telling yourself that chasing your dream would have to wait. But what if motherhood didn’t slow you down…What if it’s exactly what prepared you to rise? In this episode, I’m sharing the story of how becoming a mom became the catalyst for starting my busi...

If you’re a mom, you don’t have the time or energy to build a business just for the sake of it. You need something that feels aligned, flexible, and built around the life you’re dreaming of, not one that pulls you away from it. In this episode, we’re talking about a step most moms skip: getting clear on the kind of life they’re building before they dive into business strategy. Because without that...

If you’ve ever felt stuck, questioned your path, or wondered if it’s too late to create a life that actually feels aligned then this episode is for you. We’re diving into mindset, personal growth, clarity, and the idea that nothing in your story has been wasted. Whether you're a mom dreaming about starting a business, a creative soul craving purpose, or just someone who knows they’re meant for...

Why your corporate habits are keeping you stuck We’ve been conditioned to believe that success means filling our schedules, staying busy, and measuring our worth by how many hours we work. But when you bring that mindset into entrepreneurship? It’ll keep you stuck, burnt out, and completely out of alignment. In this episode, I’m getting real about how my 9-to-5 mentality almost sabotaged my first...

Let’s cut the fluff: you’re not stuck because you don’t have time or the perfect idea. You’re stuck because you’re waiting for certainty in a world that doesn’t guarantee it. If you’ve been sitting on your business dream, watching everyone else build the life and business you secretly want then this episode is your call to stop watching and start moving. You don’t need more tips. You need a shift...

You’re probably telling yourself you can’t start until you have the perfect idea, more time, or a full step-by-step plan—but that’s just noise. This episode is here to cut through the noise and show you what actually matters in the early stages—and what’s keeping you stuck. If you’re a mom who’s been circling the same ideas for months, feeling overwhelmed by where to start, this is your wake-up ca...

In this special episode, I’m joined by my very first guest—and childhood best friend! Des Holder is not only my accountability partner but also a brand-new entrepreneur and soon-to-be mom. After years of working jobs that paid the bills but didn’t feed her soul, she realized something had to change. We talk about how she finally saw herself as an entrepreneur , how she found the clarity and confid...