Ep 205: how I run my $600K business from home with FIVE KIDS

Feb 8, 2024

Listen as the host shares her experience of running a $600K business from home while homeschooling her five children. She discusses the idea of Parkinson's Law and the power of essentialism. She also delves into strategies for finding balance, including dividing responsibilities and establishing passive income systems. Flexible scheduling and the concept of 100K funnels are also explored.

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Introduction

00:00 • 4min

Essentialism in Homeschooling and Parenting

04:29 • 7min

Understanding Children's Sleep Patterns and Finding Time for Other Activities

11:55 • 3min

Running a Business from Home with Young Children

14:36 • 11min

Building a 100k Funnel for Passive Income

25:19 • 3min

In today's episode, I'll be sharing my journey of navigating the intricate balance between running a $600K online business and homeschooling my five children. It's been a challenging yet rewarding experience. I delve into the idea that work tends to expand to fill the time available, a principle known as Parkinson's Law. However, I've discovered the power of essentialism – the practice of concentrating solely on the crucial tasks for greater efficiency.

Throughout the episode, I'll discuss various strategies I've implemented to harmonize my professional and personal life. These range from smartly dividing responsibilities and seeking help when needed to establishing passive income systems. I've also chosen to break away from conventional work schedules, ignoring traditional holidays in favor of a more flexible approach. Ultimately, I'll share my insights on the concept of 100K funnels, which have proven instrumental in generating passive income and maintaining a balance that works for me.

Listen to the full episode to hear:

Discover how I navigate the intricate balance of managing a successful online
business while homeschooling my five children.
Delve into the concepts of Parkinson's Law.
Explore a variety of practical tactics I've employed in my life to achieve balance between professional and personal responsibilities.
Challenge traditional work patterns by embracing flexibility in scheduling.

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