Trying to blog consistently but having trouble because life gets crazy? Here's help! And if you're looking to grow blog traffic, I highly recommend Ready, Set, Blog for Traffic from Elna Cain! It works... One of the most frequently asked questions my readers ask me deals with my ability to blog consistently. This question is almost always followed up with a stipulation: How do you blog consistently when you: Are so busy Have so many kids Live a life that is crazy Are homeschooling ...
How to Prevent Mental Burnout as a Mompreneur
Mental energy isn't available in an unlimited supply. Your brain only has so much focus power available. And as it starts to run out, you’re at definite risk for mental burnout. As a mompreneur, you’ve got a ton of balls in the air. You’re trying to take care of your kids, manage your home, and grow your business. All at the same time, while also juggling time with your spouse, an occasional meeting with a friend, and extended family commitments. And at times, all of your responsibilities just ...
How to Find & Eliminate Bottlenecks in Your WAHM Routine
As a work-at-home mom (WAHM), you’re juggling homeschooling, parenting, and running a business—all while keeping the house from falling apart. You dream of a routine that flows smoothly, but bottlenecks can grind everything to a halt. Think of Applejack in My Little Pony’s "Applejack’s Day Off." She stuck to her chores the way she’d always done them, and they took forever—until Twilight and Spike showed her a streamlined approach so she could enjoy a spa day with Rarity. Like Applejack, we all ...
How to Overcome 8 Huge Challenges Mom Bloggers Face
Being a mom blogger isn't always easy. In fact, trying to juggle everything can be quite challenging at times. But, you can't let the difficult times get you down. You may have to think creatively, but you can overcome the challenges that arise. To help, I'm going to share eight of the biggest problems I've faced since I started blogging regularly. I also share how I worked to overcome them. 1. Finding Time to Blog I'm a homeschooling mom of eight kids. Free time isn't something I have a ton ...
10 Work Life Balance Tips for Busy Moms
Are you struggling to balance your family, a job, and blogging? Work life balance is a struggle. There's always so much to do, and some days it feels like there just isn't enough time. But, with some planning and preparation, you can get a better handle on how you spend your time. You will be less stressed and accomplish more than you thought you could. Here are ten work life balance tips specifically for busy moms trying to grow a business while raising a family. And if you want even more ...
A Day in the Life of a Homeschooling, Blogging, & Freelancing Mom of 8
I've always loved "Day in the Life" style blog posts. Getting a peek behind the scenes at how other people do life is always interesting. And I've thought about writing them many times. But, I never have. Until now. I wanted to share some tips for balancing homeschooling, work, and life, and thought this would be a fun format. So, I used the camera on my iPhone to capture some moments throughout the day back when I only had 8 kids. (I now have 9!) Here's a peek at a typical Monday for ...