Lindsay Roselle, a passionate advocate for mothers in business, shares her inspiring journey through motherhood and entrepreneurship. She dives into the creation of her podcast 'Motherload,' emphasizing the blend of ambition and maternal identity. Lindsay recounts transformative experiences, including her life-changing ayahuasca journey, which fueled her creativity. With a special focus on the new CEO Mama program, she highlights the importance of community support for entrepreneurial mothers, making a compelling case for balancing motherhood and ambition.
Lindsay's journey of overcoming self-doubt and embracing her role as a mother inspired the creation of the podcast Motherload.
The collaboration between Lindsay and Natalie resulted in the launch of the CEO Mama mastermind program, merging their missions around motherhood and entrepreneurship.
Deep dives
The Genesis of Motherload
The podcast episode delves into the creation of Motherload, a podcast inspired by the host's personal journey through motherhood and identity. Initially hesitant to start her podcast due to self-doubt and external circumstances, she finally committed to the project after experiencing significant life changes in 2020, including losing two businesses and a relationship. This period of hardship prompted her to reflect on her ambitions and how they intersect with her role as a mother. The transformative experiences she underwent, particularly a life-changing trip to Peru involving ayahuasca ceremonies, clarified her mission to speak on the complexities of motherhood, ambition, and the emotional burdens many mothers carry.
The Power of Consistency in Podcasting
The discussion highlights the significance of commitment and consistency in podcasting for it to be a successful venture. The host emphasizes that sustaining a podcast requires regular engagement and a dedication to content creation, which she learned firsthand through her experience with Motherload. From August 2022 to mid-2023, she released 60 episodes, demonstrating remarkable persistence that many podcasters struggle to achieve. This commitment led to a robust following, with listeners sharing heartfelt responses that underscored the relevance of her conversations around motherhood and ambition.
Collaboration and New Opportunities
A pivotal moment in the episode is the host’s collaboration with Natalie, which stemmed from their shared experiences of motherhood and ambition. Their initial conversations, initiated through social media, led to Natalie becoming a guest on Motherload, further encouraging dialogues on the challenges entrepreneurial mothers face. As they recognized the blending of their missions around motherhood and business, they decided to work together in launching the CEO Mama mastermind program. This collaboration not only bolstered their individual journeys but also paved the way for the host to become the CEO of Boss Babe, highlighting how vulnerability and shared experiences can lead to unforeseen opportunities.
We have a really exciting announcement today that we cannot wait to share with all of you. Grab a cup of coffee and sit down with Lindsay as she shares a bit more about her personal story, the creation of her podcast called “Motherload” + what’s emerging for the mama’s in our community!