Ep 280: 5 Practical Steps to Start Your First Business (as a Stay-at-Home-Mom)

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If you’re a stay-at-home mom dreaming about starting your own business, I recorded this episode just for you. I’m sharing the story of how I started one of my very first online businesses, a digital product business that gave me the flexibility to earn income while staying home with my kids.

In this episode, I walk you through five practical steps that will help you get your first business off the ground, even if you don’t have a big budget, technical skills, or a ton of free time. These are the exact steps I followed, and they’re designed to help you take action with confidence.

I also talk about some of the challenges I faced, how I validated my idea before fully committing, and why creating simple systems early on made such a big difference in the long run.

Whether you're just starting to think about business ideas or you're ready to make your first sale, I hope this episode gives you the encouragement and direction you need to take that next step.

Listen to the full episode to hear:
• Choosing a profitable business idea that fits your lifestyle
• Validating your idea before investing too much time or money
• Creating your first simple offer that actually sells
• Making your first sales even when you're nervous or unsure
• Building time-saving systems so your business can grow with you

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