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The Boss Mom Podcast

The Boss Mom Podcast

Written by: Dana Malstaff
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 Motherhood and business aren't meant to be done alone. The Boss Mom Podcast isn't just a collection of conversations—it's your decision support, your permission slip, your place to laugh, cry, and connect. Hosted by Dana Malstaff, founder of Boss Mom LLC, this is your new home base, where you'll find mom-centric business advice, the raw truth about being a mom with big dreams, and a ton of hope and proof that you can reach all of your goals. No matter what stage of motherhood or business you're in, we're here for all of it. From big decisions to little wins, we've got your back. Think of us as your biggest advocate, helping you build the business and life you love, one episode at a time. Economics Marketing Marketing & Sales
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  • Motherhood doesn't kill your ambition or dreams, this does

    Motherhood doesn't kill your ambition or dreams, this does
    Jan 29 2026

    At BossMom, we're normalizing the conversations that help you grow a business while raising a family.

    In this episode, Dana opens up about the internal war every mom faces between the woman she was before kids and the mother she's become. From feeling guilty about wanting more to recognizing how that inner turmoil affects your kids, she shares why saying things out loud and knowing what you actually want are the only two things that will stop the cycle of overwhelm and mom guilt. You don't need to sacrifice your dreams to be a good mom, you just need to stop fighting yourself and start voicing what you really want in a space where other moms actually get it.

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    BossMom is your go-to home base for content, support, and community designed specifically for moms growing businesses → https://bossmom.com

    📝 Check out the full article that pairs with this episode: → 📚 Want more conversations like this? Browse our full library of articles: → https://boss-mom.com/articles 🛠 Looking for the best tools, tips, and resources every BossMom needs in life and business? → https://boss-mom.com/resources 💬 Ready to go deeper with us? When you know that community and connection aren't just nice-to-haves, but the strategy that helps you thrive—come join us inside BossMom+. → https://bossmom.com/free-app?utm_source=LibSyn&utm_medium=Podcast&utm_campaign=Free+App&utm_id=Join+the+free+BossMom+App It's our private networking community built just for moms growing businesses—because you shouldn't have to do this alone.

    What You'll Learn in This Episode:
    ✨ Why the internal war between the woman you were and the mother you've become is affecting your kids, your business, and your relationships
    ✨ The two non-negotiable practices that will stop the cycle of overwhelm and mom guilt for good
    ✨ How saying things out loud in a safe space unlocks the genius mom brain you know you have
    ✨ Why knowing what you actually want (not what you think you should want) changes everything
    ✨ How the three parts of yourself (woman, mother, voice) can work together instead of tearing you apart Success doesn't come from doing more it comes from doing what matters and making it easier to stay consistent. That's why tools like FutureMe GPT and Nurture to Convert AI were created: to help you take action, simplify your messaging, and grow your business without the overwhelm. Your audience is ready for you. Now it's about showing up in a way that works for you. Check out bossmom.com/futureme and nurturetoconvert.ai to see how much lighter business can feel. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes! About BossMom: BossMom is the leading voice and resource for moms building businesses. We know you're not here to choose between being an amazing parent or running a successful business—you're here to build a life that makes room for both. Find more resources, support, and community right here → https://bossmom.com
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    17 mins
  • Say It Out Loud: Curing Mom Guilt for Good

    Say It Out Loud: Curing Mom Guilt for Good
    Jan 21 2026
    At BossMom, we're normalizing the conversations that help you grow a business while raising a family. In this article, Dana reveals the primary reason moms struggle to hit their goals: isolation. Despite being constantly surrounded by people, moms are silently battling guilt, self-doubt, and internal conflict about whether they're making the right choices. She introduces a powerful framework (Speak, Find, See, Hope, Reflect, Achieve) that breaks the cycle of isolation and cures mom guilt by getting you to say things out loud, find your circles of understanding, and realize you're not alone in your struggles. From learning how to receive without constantly proving your worth to understanding that wanting more doesn't make you selfish, Dana shows you how clarity and freedom come from breaking the silence. You don't need to have it all figured out, you just need to stop isolating yourself and start saying the things you've been keeping silent. Explore More Resources from BossMom BossMom is your go-to home base for content, support, and community designed specifically for moms growing businesses → https://bossmom.com 📝 Check out the full article that pairs with this episode: → https://bossmom.com/mindset/say-it-out-loud-…m-guilt-for-good/ 📚 Want more conversations like this? Browse our full library of articles: → https://boss-mom.com/articles 🛠 Looking for the best tools, tips, and resources every BossMom needs in life and business? → https://boss-mom.com/resources 💬 Ready to go deeper with us? When you know that community and connection aren't just nice-to-haves, but the strategy that helps you thrive—come join us inside BossMom. → https://bossmom.com/community?utm_source=LibSyn&utm_medium=Podcast&utm_campaign=Free+Community&utm_id=Join+the+free+BossMom+Community It's our private networking community built just for moms growing businesses—because you shouldn't have to do this alone. What You'll Learn in This Article: ✨ Why isolation (not lack of hustle) is the real reason you're not hitting your goals ✨ The difference between guilt and shame, and why mom guilt has become such a huge issue for our generation ✨ How to break the isolation cycle with a proven framework: Speak, Find, See, Hope, Reflect, Achieve ✨ Why saying things out loud in the right circles is the key to curing mom guilt ✨ How to learn to receive support, love, and money without constantly proving your worth Success doesn't come from doing more it comes from doing what matters and making it easier to stay consistent. That's why tools like FutureMe GPT and Nurture to Convert AI were created: to help you take action, simplify your messaging, and grow your business without the overwhelm. Your audience is ready for you. Now it's about showing up in a way that works for you. Check out bossmom.com/futureme and nurturetoconvert.ai to see how much lighter business can feel. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes! About BossMom: BossMom is the leading voice and resource for moms building businesses. We know you're not here to choose between being an amazing parent or running a successful business—you're here to build a life that makes room for both. Find more resources, support, and community right here → https://bossmom.com
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    19 mins
  • Starting Over as a Mom Entrepreneur Isn't Failure - It's Power

    Starting Over as a Mom Entrepreneur Isn't Failure - It's Power
    Jan 15 2026
    At BossMom, we're normalizing the conversations that help you grow a business while raising a family. In this episode, Dana gets vulnerable about something most mom entrepreneurs hide: starting over. After stepping back from Boss Mom to navigate grief, family changes, and rebuilding herself, Dana shares why the shame around starting over is keeping us stuck—and how breaking that silence changed everything. She reveals why Silicon Valley celebrates rebuilding every five years while moms treat it like failure, what isolation actually does to your business and creativity, and how stepping away doesn't mean you failed—it means you're human. With major entrepreneurs like Amy Porterfield and Jenna Kutcher publicly stepping back from parts of their businesses, Dana makes the case for why we need to normalize the start-stop cycle for moms and show our kids what real resilience looks like. Explore More Resources from BossMom BossMom is your go-to home base for content, support, and community designed specifically for moms growing businesses → https://bossmom.com 📝 Check out the full article that pairs with this episode: → https://bossmom.com/mindset/starting-over/ 📚 Want more conversations like this? Browse our full library of articles: → https://boss-mom.com/articles 🛠 Looking for the best tools, tips, and resources every BossMom needs in life and business? → https://boss-mom.com/resources 💬 Ready to go deeper with us? When you know that community and connection aren't just nice-to-haves, but the strategy that helps you thrive—come join us inside BossMom+. → It's our private networking community built just for moms growing businesses—because you shouldn't have to do this alone. What You'll Learn in This Episode: ✨ Why stepping back from your business doesn't make you a failure—it makes you human ✨ How breaking the silence about struggling changed Dana's entire trajectory in 6 months ✨ What isolation actually does to your creativity, motivation, and ability to sell ✨ Why Silicon Valley celebrates rebuilding while moms hide it in shame ✨ The real power moms have when we stop isolating and start showing our resilience ✨ How to have the conversation that will break you out of stuck mode and into hope Success doesn't come from doing more—it comes from doing what matters and making it easier to stay consistent. That's why tools like FutureMe GPT and Nurture to Convert AI were created: to help you take action, simplify your messaging, and grow your business without the overwhelm. Your audience is ready for you. Now it's about showing up in a way that works for you. Check out bossmom.com/futureme and nurturetoconvert.ai to see how much lighter business can feel. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes! About BossMom: BossMom is the leading voice and resource for moms building businesses. We know you're not here to choose between being an amazing parent or running a successful business—you're here to build a life that makes room for both. Find more resources, support, and community right here → https://bossmom.com
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    16 mins
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