The Mom Boss Podcast

The Importance of Building Strong Networks

In this episode of the Mom Boss Podcast, host Bailey Gordon discusses the importance of community over competition for solo entrepreneurs. She shares her personal journey as a photographer of over 13 years, emphasizing the value of connecting with peers within your industry to overcome imposter syndrome, gain confidence, and grow your business. Bailey explains how supporting and learning from others, rather than viewing them as competition, can lead to better business practices and personal growth. She advocates for finding or creating communities, both local and virtual, to foster these beneficial relationships and elevate your professional endeavors.
 
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Mom Boss Spotlight: SheWorks, Childcare & CoWorking

In this episode of the Mom Boss Podcast, host Bailey Gordon interviews Ashley and Paddy, two women who are revolutionizing coworking and childcare through their initiative, SheWorks. Ashley shares her background in the corporate world, her experience of being laid off, and how it led her to create a flexible, meaningful business aligned with her identity as a mother. Paddy discusses her journey from corporate life to owning her small business, Paddy Kay Designs, and the challenges of building a community after moving to Washington. The episode delves into themes of community, support, and the unique challenges faced by working women and mothers. They also talk about their vision for SheWorks, their current challenges, and future plans. The conversation is filled with personal anecdotes, highlighting their dedication to creating supportive environments for women in various stages of life. 
 
The book Paddy was talking about is linked here!
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The 7 Types of Rest & How Mompreneurs Can Benefit

In this episode of The Mom Boss Podcast, host Bailey Gordon interviews Jess Adams from Discover Yellow. They discuss the importance of rest and refueling, particularly for mom business owners. Jess shares her experiences and provides actionable tips on how to incorporate various forms of rest into daily life, such as physical, mental, emotional, social, spiritual, creative, and sensory rest. They also emphasize checking in with one's expectations, managing commitments, and recognizing the importance of self-care to enhance creativity, decision-making, and overall presence in family and business life. Jess also introduces her workshops and retreats designed to help women develop these skills.
 
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Mom Boss Spotlight: Jessica Adams, Discover Yellow

In this episode of The Mom Boss Podcast, host Bailey Gordon welcomes guest Jess Adams, founder of Discover Yellow. They delve into topics such as motherhood, entrepreneurship, and the importance of finding balance and purpose. Jess shares insights into her life, discussing her 16-year corporate career, her transition to running her own business, and her experiences raising two children. The conversation also covers the significance of building a community and the power of invitations. Jess describes her workshops and retreats, aimed at helping women pause and check in with themselves, and highlights her strategies for managing time and staying centered.
There will be another opportunity to hear from Jess in our next episode, so stay tuned for that!
Follow Jess & Discover Yellow on IG @discover.yellow and her website www.discoveryellow.com and make sure to check out one of the many wonderful offerings she has throughout the year. She is joining the Mom Boss Spring Retreat May 2-4 in Eastern Washington and she is hosting a virtual mother's day retreat as well (find more info on her IG or website).
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Lean Into the Pull of the Pivot

In this episode of The Mom Boss Podcast, host Bailey Gordon discusses the concept of pivoting in business endeavors, emphasizing the importance of recognizing signs and leaning into new opportunities. Bailey shares her own experiences of contemplating a shift involving her loves for photography and business consulting. She encourages listeners to think deeply and quietly about their passions and consider how to capitalize on existing skills. Bailey also highlights the significance of community support and personal growth, inviting local listeners to participate in the Mom Boss Meetup, a supportive network for entrepreneurial moms. The episode teases next week's guest and the upcoming first birthday celebration of the Mom Boss Meetup group.
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Mom Boss Spotlight: Heidi Hawkinson, Sunn Health Bar Food Truck

On this episode of The Mom Boss podcast, host Bailey Gordon chats with her longtime friend Heidi Hawkinson, owner of the Sunn Health Bar food truck. Heidi shares her journey of reconnecting with her passion for healthy food, inspired by her experiences living in Hawaii and California, and how she brought that inspiration back to Washington. They discuss their high school days, navigating single parenthood, and the importance of community and family support. Heidi dives into her challenges, including starting a food truck business, dealing with personal loss, and the need to pivot from a brick-and-mortar setup to a mobile enterprise. She highlights the significance of staying positive, self-care, and listening to one’s gut feelings. They wrap up by discussing the impact of personal growth, community involvement, and future plans for the Sunn Health Bar. Heidi emphasizes the importance of living authentically and making hard choices for long-term success.
 
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Check out their website on https://sunnhealthbar.com/
 

Building Community & Finding Balance

In this special episode of The Mom Boss Podcast, host Bailey Gordon celebrates the one-year anniversary of the Mom Boss Meetup, reflecting on her journey as a mom and entrepreneur. She emphasizes the essential role of community in providing support, connection, and understanding, especially for mom entrepreneurs. Bailey shares personal anecdotes about her challenges and strategies for self-care to *attempt* to find balance as a mompreneur, including finding meaningful in-person connections, setting routines, and prioritizing mental and physical health. She encourages listeners to identify and engage in activities that bring them joy and grounding, highlighting the transformative impact of community on her well-being and success.
 
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Link to Insight Timer (Meditation App)
 
Here are the 5 things I am doing to attempt to regulate my nervous system: 1. Finding other ways to chase dopamine that isn't doom scrolling 2. Supplements and nutritious meals 3. Seeing my therapist 4. Prioritizing sleep when I can 5. Meditation/reading at night and putting my phone on the charger

Mom Boss Spotlight: Lindsay Jarrell, Dallas Photographer

In this episode of The Mom Boss Podcast, host Bailey Gordon interviews Dallas Photographer, Lindsay Jarrell, a long-time friend and fellow business-oriented mom. They discuss Lindsay’s recent move from the Pacific Northwest to Dallas, Texas, and how this transition has impacted her family life and photography business. Lindsay shares the challenges and unexpected benefits of relocating, including the difficulty of re-establishing her business and building new local connections. They delve into the emotional and professional adjustments Lindsay has had to make, including her diagnosis of OCD and how it has affected her daily life and work routines. The episode highlights the importance of community, vulnerability, and resilience for moms balancing family and their entrepreneurial endeavors. Lindsay also offers practical advice and encouragement for other moms facing similar life changes.
 
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The Heart Behind The Mom Boss Brand

In this episode of The Mom Boss podcast, host Bailey Gordon introduces herself and shares her story by sharing her impressive yet challenging journey. From being a cancer survivor who triumphed over acute lymphocytic leukemia to pursuing her passion of playing softball at the University of Washington, all of these experiences have led Bailey to feeling called to create this community. Throughout the podcast, Bailey discusses her experiences with ADHD, starting a photography business, working various jobs, and eventually launching her own in-person meetup group for entrepreneurial mothers called 'The Mom Boss Meetup'. Highlighting her personal struggles and triumphs, including her experiences with motherhood, a difficult pregnancy, and building a business during the pandemic, Bailey emphasizes the importance of community and support. She reveals the story behind the creation of the 'The Mom Boss Meetup', its rapid growth, and her plans for future events and a virtual community to support mom entrepreneurs.
 
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Mom Boss Spotlight: Megan Gillespie, founder Olympia Boss Society

In this episode of The Mom Boss Podcast, Megan Gillespie, a community leader and business mentor, shares her journey of balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship. Bailey and Megan met at PNW Women's Network's LIVE 2025 event, and they immediately hit it off, and we knew she had to be on the show. As a nod to the Mom Boss Meetup's one year birthday, Bailey wanted to show the importance of community by bringing Megan on to discuss her own community. Megan talks about her experiences raising two children while managing two businesses: her business mentorship service and the Olympia Boss Society, a networking community for women entrepreneurs in Olympia, Washington. She discusses the importance of building a personal brand, overcoming imposter syndrome, and the need for community support. Megan also delves into her daily routine, the role of meditation in her life, and offers actionable advice for other women looking to thrive in business while managing family responsibilities.
 
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