Marketing Moms
Let’s have a candid conversation about how to REALISTICALLY balance work and life without feeling like a failure. Join us, Jessie Valle and Angela Reeder, as we chat about motherhood, our experiences, and insights into marketing. We'll also discuss techniques to break the barrier between "hobby" and "business," find a realistic balance between work and life, and even make more money in your small business... all while raising children.
Episodes
151 episodes
The Final Episode: Celebrating 150 Episodes of Lessons, Laughs, Growth, and Gratitude | MM#150
In this final episode of the Marketing Moms podcast, Jessie and Angela reflect on their journey, the reasons for ending the podcast, and their future plans. They share anecdotes and lessons learned from their experiences, emphasizing the import...
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Episode 150
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42:12
Practical Tips For Protecting Your Time | MM#149
In this episode, Jessie and Angela discuss practical tips for protecting one's time amidst the demands of communication in today's fast-paced world. They emphasize the importance of setting boundaries, both in personal and business contexts, to...
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Episode 149
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32:56
Navigating Business Partnerships with Friends | MM#148
In this episode, Jessie and Angela discuss the complexities and benefits of business partnerships with friends, drawing parallels with family relationships and emphasizing the importance of clear expectations, open communication, and respecting...
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Episode 148
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22:06
Reassessing Our Measure of Value | MM#147
In this episode, Jessie and Angela discuss the misconception that one's worth is tied to productivity, sharing personal stories and societal observations that challenge this notion. They emphasize the importance of recognizing self-worth beyond...
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Episode 147
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24:27
Embracing Technology for Small Business Success | MM#146
In this episode, Jessie and Angela discuss leveraging technology for small businesses. They emphasize the importance of adapting to technological advancements to avoid failure, using examples like Blockbuster's downfall and the success of cloud...
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Episode 146
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42:04
Leveraging Business Collaborations For Growth | MM#145
In this episode, Jessie and Angela discuss various strategies for collaborations and partnerships to enhance business growth. They explore joint ventures, cross-promotions, guest blogging, co-hosting events, referral partnerships, product bundl...
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Episode 145
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33:42
How to Earn and Use Referrals Effectively | MM#144
In this episode, Jessie and Angela focus on the importance and strategies of generating referrals for small businesses. They discuss various methods for obtaining referrals, such as providing excellent service, directly asking satisfied custome...
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Episode 144
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23:24
Building Strong Teams in Small Businesses | MM#143
In this episode, Jessie and Angela cover a comprehensive discussion on building a strong team within the context of small businesses and solopreneurship. They emphasize creating a positive workplace culture, fostering open communication, and re...
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Episode 143
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53:30
Effective Client Retention Strategies | MM#142
In this episode, Jessie and Angela discuss strategies for client retention, emphasizing the importance of building and maintaining strong customer relationships. They outline several key tactics, including personalized service, loyalty programs...
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Episode 142
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27:36
The Myth of More: Questioning the Constant Push for Growth | MM#141
In this episode, Jessie and Angela discuss the unrealistic expectations for constant growth in the mom entrepreneur space, especially in American culture. It critiques the pressure to achieve six or seven-figure incomes, emphasizing the importa...
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Episode 141
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21:52
Creative Ways to Expand Services and Products | MM#140
In this episode, Jessie and Angela discuss strategies for diversifying business offerings for small business owners who have moved beyond the initial growth phase. The conversation focuses on expanding product lines and services in a way that's...
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Episode 140
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22:03
How To Optimize Processes for Efficiency and Scalability In Business | MM#139
In this episode, Jessie and Angela focus on optimizing business processes for efficiency and scalability. Key topics include implementing automation to handle repetitive tasks, streamlining workflows by removing unnecessary steps, and investing...
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Episode 139
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27:17
Strategies for Deepening Customer Connections For Retention | MM#138
In this episode, Jessie and Angela discuss essential strategies for strengthening existing customer relationships, a critical aspect for businesses transitioning from the initial client acquisition phase to focusing on customer retention. They ...
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Episode 138
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25:51
5 Key Strategies After The Business Startup Phase | MM#137
In this episode, Jessie and Angela discuss five key strategies for businesses transitioning from the startup to the growth phase. The focus areas include setting purposeful goals for a balanced work-family life, improving products or services b...
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Episode 137
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22:42
3 Signs Your Business Is Over The “Hustle” Phase | MM#136
In this episode, Jessie and Angela discuss recognizing when a business transitions from the hustle phase to a period of slower growth and stability. They highlight three key signs: sales and revenue growth becoming more predictable, a shift fro...
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Episode 136
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20:02
Setting Goals for Balance | MM#135
In this episode, Jessie and Angela focus on setting realistic goals for balance. The discussion emphasizes the importance of setting goals that are not only ambitious but also achievable and relevant to individual circumstances. They introduce ...
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Episode 135
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21:52
Evolving Focus For The Marketing Moms Podcast | MM#134
In this podcast episode, Angela and Jessie reveal a slight shift in the focus of their discussions. They emphasize a more intentional approach to their content, aiming to cater to mothers with established businesses rather than those in the ini...
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Episode 134
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21:48
Conscious Use Of Technology For Kids Over Holiday Break | MM#133
In this podcast episode, Angela and Jessie discuss strategies for keeping kids engaged during the holiday break in modern ways. They share the challenges of managing work-from-home responsibilities while kids are on break. Angela and Jessie hig...
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Episode 133
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17:59
Part 2: Reviewing Specific Project Management Systems | MM#132
In this episode, Jessie and Angela dive once again into various project management tools and their features, catering to different needs and preferences. They note things like suitability for individual use versus teams, pricing, and simplicity...
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Episode 132
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26:02
Part 1: Reviewing Specific Project Management Systems | MM#131
In this episode, Jessie and Angela discuss various project management tools and their features, catering to different needs and preferences. They note things like suitability for individual use versus teams, pricing, and simplicity vs complexit...
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Episode 131
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28:08
Q&A Session: Email Ethics, Accountability, Streams of Income, and More | MM#130
In this podcast episode, Jessie and Angela answer some Q&As on topics related to small businesses and personal development. They start by discussing the ethics and legalities of using customer emails from Etsy for newsletters, emphasizing t...
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Episode 130
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16:44
How We Navigate Holiday Sales | MM#129
In this episode, Angela and Jessie talk about managing holiday shopping, particularly around Black Friday and Cyber Monday. They recommend using email filters, creating a special folder for Black Friday deals, and having separate email accounts...
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Episode 129
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25:10
The Impact of Perception on Life and Business | MM#128
In this episode, Jessie and Angela explore the impact of perception on reactions, relationships, and decision-making in their podcast. Drawing from Stephen R. Covey's work, they discuss how understanding others' backgrounds can shift one's view...
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Episode 128
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36:26
What to Look for in a Project Management System | MM#127
In this episode, Jessie and Angela chat about the benefits and limitations of various project management systems like Asana, Trello, Amazing Marvin and ClickUp. The key points include the importance of real-time tracking, which Jessie finds val...
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Episode 127
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32:08
Goal-Setting vs Goal-Stressing for Busy Moms | MM#126
In this podcast episode, Jessie and Angela discuss the challenges and potential benefits of structured journaling and goal-setting for busy moms. They critique a one-page productivity planner by high-performance coach Brendan Burchard, question...
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Episode 126
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17:57