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Hi Mamas, Are you tired of feeling like you’re running a never-ending marathon between work, home, and family? The truth is… you don’t have to do it all. In this week’s episode, I’m walking you through 12 things you can start outsourcing right now to reclaim your time and sanity. Inside this episode, we cover: ✔️ How outsourcing grocery shopping & meal prep saves hours every week ✔️ Why hiring help for house cleaning, laundry, or errands isn’t indulgent—it’s smart ✔️ Creative, budget-friendly ways to swap childcare or delegate tasks to neighbors and teens ✔️ The game-changing power of financial coaching (and why I recommend Budget Besties!) ✔️ Little-known outsourcing ideas like pet care, home organization, and seasonal yard work Mama, outsourcing is not weakness… it’s wisdom. Every time you let something go, you’re saying my time matters, my energy matters, and I deserve to live a life that feels good, not just one that feels like survival. 💛 This Week’s Mindset Challenge: Pick one thing on your list that you can outsource or delegate this week. Big or small… it doesn’t matter. Feel the relief of lightening your load and notice how much more present and peaceful you feel. 📣 Come share in our free Facebook community, Work-Life Balance for Working Moms, what you’re outsourcing first! Your idea might inspire another mom to breathe easier too. ⭐ If this episode gave you permission to let go of something, please leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Your reviews help more amazing moms find the show! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 👩‍💻 Resources & Links Mentioned Grab my Meal Planning Made Simple Guide Stress Free Weeknight Dinners Guide… the exact system I use to plan dinners in 10 minutes a week Budget Besties Simplified Budgeting System grab their beautiful, clean budgeting system that will help you tell your money where to go instead of wondering where it went! Tell them Kerri sent you 😊 💛 Feeling encouraged by today’s episode? 👉 Share it with a friend, leave a quick review, or DM me on Instagram @mom.wife.career.life — your messages truly mean the world to me. 🌟 📌 Grab More Freebies! 🔥 Boundaries Made Simple… guilt-free scripts, mindset shifts, and a “guilt-detox” checklist 💖 Goal Manifesting Planner … map your dreams with bite-size prompts 🥗 Stress Free Weeknight Dinners Guide… reclaim your evenings (and your sanity) 📱 Tech Time-Out for Moms Guide… ditch the scroll and win back precious minutes 🧹 Spring Cleaning Checklist… because clutter steals time, too 🎅Christmas Planning Guide… yes, early prep counts as self-care Want to connect with other amazing moms? Join us in our Facebook group, Work-Life Balance For Working Moms, where we share tips, support, and inspiration every day! ⏰ Ready for 1:1 support? ⏰ If you’re looking to get control of your schedule and make time for amazing family memories, book a FREE discovery call with me today!   Bottom of Form Love & Light,  Kerri Let's keep the conversation going. E-mail or DM me to connect or to share a topic that you would like me to cover on the show! Contact me: support@momwifecareerlife.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mom.wife.career.life/ Website: momwifecareerlife.com Book a Time Management Coaching Session        

Hi Mamas, This week’s Monday Mindset Reset is all about lightening the load you carry… and we’re anchoring it with this powerful reminder: 💭 “The key to success is in not doing it all yourself. Delegate.” — Unknown If you’ve ever felt like the weight of the household, the workplace, and the never-ending to-do list is resting squarely on your shoulders (🙋‍♀️ hello, every mom ever)… this one’s for you. Inside this episode, we’re talking about: ✔️ Why doing it all yourself is not the badge of honor it’s made out to be ✔️ The mindset shift that makes delegation feel less like “slacking” and more like self-love ✔️ How outsourcing (big or small) can bring you back peace, energy, and sanity ✔️ Why good leaders, thriving businesses… and yes, thriving moms… never do it all alone ✔️ Practical examples of what you can start delegating today (without the guilt) Because here’s the truth: You don’t get extra mom points for martyrdom. No one’s handing out gold stars for folding socks at midnight while everyone else sleeps. Delegation is not weakness…it’s your secret superpower. 💛 This Week’s Mindset Challenge: Pick one thing you can delegate this week. Just one. — Maybe it’s asking your kids to unload the dishwasher. — Maybe it’s letting your partner handle soccer drop-off. — Maybe it’s hiring a cleaning service once a month. — Or maybe it’s finally outsourcing that one thing at work that drains you the most. Whatever you choose, let yourself feel the freedom that comes when you stop carrying it all alone. 📣 I’d love to hear from you! What’s one thing you’re going to start delegating or outsourcing this week? Share it inside our free Facebook community Work-Life Balance For Working Moms… because your idea just might inspire another mama to set down her own heavy load. ⭐ If this episode gave you a little breathing room, please take a moment to leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Your reviews help more amazing moms find the show and start creating balance, too! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 📌 Grab Your Freebies! 🔥 Boundaries Made Simple… guilt-free scripts, mindset shifts, and a “guilt-detox” checklist 💖 Goal Manifesting Planner … map your dreams with bite-size prompts 🥗 Stress Free Weeknight Dinners Guide… reclaim your evenings (and your sanity) 📱 Tech Time-Out for Moms Guide… ditch the scroll and win back precious minutes 🧹 Spring Cleaning Checklist… because clutter steals time, too 🎅Christmas Planning Guide… yes, early prep counts as self-care Want to connect with other amazing moms? Join us in our Facebook group, Work-Life Balance For Working Moms, where we share tips, support, and inspiration every day! ⏰ Ready for 1:1 support? ⏰ If you’re looking to get control of your schedule and make time for amazing family memories, book a FREE discovery call with me today!   Bottom of Form Love & Light,  Kerri Let's keep the conversation going. E-mail or DM me to connect or to share a topic that you would like me to cover on the show! Contact me: support@momwifecareerlife.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mom.wife.career.life/ Website: momwifecareerlife.com Book a Time Management Coaching Session        

September brings the hustle of back-to-school chaos, but fear not! Discover nine essential routines designed to keep working moms sane this fall. From a Weekly Planning Power Hour to a grounding morning routine just for you, these strategies aim to streamline your days. Learn how to prep the night before for smoother mornings, create an after-school rhythm to minimize meltdowns, and establish an evening reset for success. Plus, find out the one self-care non-negotiable to keep you energized!

Hi Mamas, This week, we’re anchoring our Monday Mindset Reset with a quote from Darren Hardy that I think every working mom needs taped to her coffee maker: 💭 "A daily routine built on good habits is the difference between success and failure." Think about it…your routines are like the quiet scaffolding that holds up your entire day. They don’t have to be perfect, fancy, or Pinterest-worthy… they just need to work for you. And when they do, life feels less like you’re constantly putting out fires and more like you’re steering the ship. Inside This Episode, We Talk About: ✔️ Why routines are not about restriction—they’re about freedom ✔️ How good habits give you energy back instead of draining it ✔️ Small, high-impact routines that can make your fall calmer and more intentional ✔️ How to avoid “all-or-nothing” thinking when life interrupts your best-laid plans ✔️ A mindset shift that will make your routines stick long-term Whether you’re juggling back-to-school schedules, prepping for the holidays, or just trying to remember if you switched the laundry (spoiler: you didn’t)… this episode will help you see routines not as another “should,” but as your secret weapon for peace and productivity. 💛 Weekly Mindset Challenge: Pick ONE small habit you can weave into your day this week that would make your life easier. — Maybe it’s a 10-minute evening reset to clear the kitchen counters. — Maybe it’s setting out your clothes the night before. — Maybe it’s a standing Sunday meal-planning date with yourself and your favorite mug of tea. Whatever it is, start small and do it consistently. Because success isn’t built overnight… it’s built in the little things you repeat every day. 📣 I’d love to hear what routine you are setting up this week! Come share it in our free Facebook community Work-Life Balance for Working Moms  so we can cheer you on (and maybe borrow a brilliant idea or two!). ⭐ If this episode gave you a little breathing room, please take a moment to leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify — your reviews help more amazing moms find the show! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 📌 Grab Your Freebies! 🔥 Boundaries Made Simple… guilt-free scripts, mindset shifts, and a “guilt-detox” checklist 💖 Goal Manifesting Planner … map your dreams with bite-size prompts 🥗 Stress Free Weeknight Dinners Guide… reclaim your evenings (and your sanity) 📱 Tech Time-Out for Moms Guide… ditch the scroll and win back precious minutes 🧹 Spring Cleaning Checklist… because clutter steals time, too 🎅Christmas Planning Guide… yes, early prep counts as self-care Want to connect with other amazing moms? Join us in our Facebook group, Work-Life Balance For Working Moms, where we share tips, support, and inspiration every day! ⏰ Ready for 1:1 support? ⏰ If you’re looking to get control of your schedule and make time for amazing family memories, book a FREE discovery call with me today!   Bottom of Form Love & Light,  Kerri Let's keep the conversation going. E-mail or DM me to connect or to share a topic that you would like me to cover on the show! Contact me: support@momwifecareerlife.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mom.wife.career.life/ Website: momwifecareerlife.com Book a Time Management Coaching Session    

Remote-working moms face the challenge of staying visible without burnout. Discover how to align with your manager’s style and over-communicate effectively. Learn the importance of using your voice and face, and how keeping a 'done' list can boost your recognition. Building micro-connections creates trust and opens new opportunities. You'll also find smart ways to take initiative and how lifting others up can enhance your career visibility. Get ready to be recognized for the value you bring!

This week, the focus is on how remote working moms can enhance their visibility and impact. Discover why being always online doesn’t equate to being memorable. Explore practical tips for intentional engagement in meetings and projects, emphasizing the power of celebrating wins and giving credit. Learn to shift from seeking validation to creating lasting impressions with your work. Join the mindset challenge to intentionally increase your presence this week!

Discover how to establish a home command center that keeps your family organized and stress-free. Learn essential elements like weekly calendars and chore charts that streamline communication. Find out the best locations for maximum usage and tips for effortless updates. This approach aims to reduce mental load and create a more peaceful household. Plus, get a free guide for budget-friendly meal planning that even picky eaters will love. Embrace the chaos less and gain a sense of control!

Hi Mamas, This week’s Monday Mindset is for every working mom staring at a calendar that looks like a box of crayons exploded all over it… sports schedules, surprise school projects, last-minute permission slips, and the never-ending “Mama, what’s for dinner?” loop. If your brain feels like it’s running 47 tabs (and one of them is blasting mystery YouTube music you can’t find)… you’re not alone. This week, we’re grounding ourselves in one simple but powerful reminder: 💭 “You can’t control the chaos, but you can create structure that brings peace.” Inside This Episode, We’ll Talk About: ✔️ Why chaos is unavoidable… and why that’s okay ✔️ How simple structures (not perfection) can change how your week feels ✔️ The real reason a shared system lightens your mental load ✔️ Practical, low-stress ways to get your family on the same page ✔️ How to create rhythms that protect your energy and peace Because mama, the goal isn’t to make life perfect… it’s to make it doable… with room to breathe, be present, and actually enjoy the people you’re working so hard for. 💛 This Week’s Mindset Challenge: ✅ Pick one small area of your week to bring more structure to. Print and post your meal plan on the fridge (grab my free Meal Planning Made Easy guide for a pretty template!) Create or update a shared calendar with your partner and older kids Designate a drop spot for all school papers to keep them from multiplying on your counters ✅ Ask yourself: Does this give me peace? If it does… keep going. If it feels like pressure, tweak it until it works for you. Remember: Structure isn’t one more thing on your to-do list… it’s a tool that takes things off your to-do list. 📣 I’d love to hear what you set up this week! Come share it in our free Facebook community Work-Life Balance for Working Moms  so we can cheer you on (and maybe borrow a brilliant idea or two!). ⭐ If this episode gave you a little breathing room, please take a moment to leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify — your reviews help more amazing moms find the show! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 📌 Grab Your Freebies! 🔥 Boundaries Made Simple… guilt-free scripts, mindset shifts, and a “guilt-detox” checklist 💖 Goal Manifesting Planner … map your dreams with bite-size prompts 🥗 Stress Free Weeknight Dinners Guide… reclaim your evenings (and your sanity) 📱 Tech Time-Out for Moms Guide… ditch the scroll and win back precious minutes 🧹 Spring Cleaning Checklist… because clutter steals time, too 🎅Christmas Planning Guide… yes, early prep counts as self-care Want to connect with other amazing moms? Join us in our Facebook group, Work-Life Balance For Working Moms, where we share tips, support, and inspiration every day! ⏰ Ready for 1:1 support? ⏰ If you’re looking to get control of your schedule and make time for amazing family memories, book a FREE discovery call with me today!   Bottom of Form Love & Light,  Kerri Let's keep the conversation going. E-mail or DM me to connect or to share a topic that you would like me to cover on the show! Contact me: support@momwifecareerlife.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mom.wife.career.life/ Website: momwifecareerlife.com Book a Time Management Coaching Session      

Hey mama, Can you believe it’s already time to trade beach bags for backpacks and pool floats for planners? In today’s episode, we’re throwing it back to one of your favorite back-to-school episodes…with some brand-new bonus tips to help you start this school year with more calm, more confidence, and way less chaos. Whether you’re navigating high school sports, picky eaters, or your first-ever teen driver (send help... and snacks), this episode is here to help you reset your routines and reclaim your rhythm. You’ll learn real-life, working-mom-approved systems to simplify the back-to-school transition so you can: ✔️ Sync your family calendars like a boss ✔️ Create a home command center that actually works ✔️ Build smooth morning and evening routines (and get your sanity back) ✔️ Streamline school lunches and homework chaos ✔️ Set screen-time boundaries that stick (yes, even with teens!) ✔️ Reclaim your Sundays with a family strategy session ✔️ Prioritize yourself in this season of hustle ✨ Plus, I’m sharing a few personal updates (cue the college visits and senior-year emotions 😭) and giving you Bonus Tips for creating a “Grab & Go” breakfast station, setting intentions for the year, and doing a back-to-school dry run that eases everyone’s anxiety. 🔗 Grab the Freebie! 🎁 Meal Planning Made Simple Take the mental load off your weeknights with this free guide that helps you build a flexible, budget-friendly meal plan your family will actually eat (picky kids included!). 👉 Stress Free Weeknight Dinners Guide   💛 Feeling encouraged by today’s episode? 👉 Share it with a friend, leave a quick review, or DM me on Instagram @mom.wife.career.life — your messages truly mean the world to me. 🌟 💬 Let’s keep this conversation going! Join our free Facebook community Work-Life Balance for Working Moms and tell us: What’s one worry you’re ready to let go of this week? 💭 ⭐ If you found this episode helpful, please take a minute to leave a 5-star review on iTunes… your reviews help more moms find the show! 📌 Grab More Freebies! 🔥 Boundaries Made Simple… guilt-free scripts, mindset shifts, and a “guilt-detox” checklist 💖 Goal Manifesting Planner … map your dreams with bite-size prompts 🥗 Stress Free Weeknight Dinners Guide… reclaim your evenings (and your sanity) 📱 Tech Time-Out for Moms Guide… ditch the scroll and win back precious minutes 🧹 Spring Cleaning Checklist… because clutter steals time, too 🎅Christmas Planning Guide… yes, early prep counts as self-care Want to connect with other amazing moms? Join us in our Facebook group, Work-Life Balance For Working Moms, where we share tips, support, and inspiration every day! ⏰ Ready for 1:1 support? ⏰ If you’re looking to get control of your schedule and make time for amazing family memories, book a FREE discovery call with me today! Love & Light,  Kerri Let's keep the conversation going. E-mail or DM me to connect or to share a topic that you would like me to cover on the show! Contact me: support@momwifecareerlife.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mom.wife.career.life/ Website: momwifecareerlife.com Book a Time Management Coaching Session        

Hi Mamas, This week’s Monday Mindset is for every mom bracing for the whirlwind of back-to-school season... the papers, the schedules, the sports practices, the 17 back-to-school emails… and the emotional rollercoaster of watching your babies grow up way too fast. Whether you’re clinging to the last days of summer or counting down to routine and quiet coffee, this episode is your invitation to shift how you respond to change… with less resistance and more intention. We’re anchoring this week’s reset with one powerful Chinese proverb: 💭 “When the winds of change blow, some people build walls… and others build windmills.” In today’s episode, I’m diving into: ✔️ What to do when change feels like too much too fast ✔️ How to stop resisting the chaos and start using it to your advantage ✔️ Real-life examples of setting boundaries, letting go of perfection, and building support ✔️ How to know which expectations are worth holding—and which you can release ✔️ Why adapting with grace doesn’t mean giving up—it means getting smarter 💛 This Week’s Mindset Challenge: ✅ Ask yourself: Where am I building walls right now? Is it in your schedule? Your relationships? Your mindset? ✅ Then ask: What would it look like to build a windmill instead? Could you shift your routine? Release an expectation? Ask for help? Set a boundary? ✅ Extra credit: Revisit Episode 125 (Build Your Village) and Episode 238 (Glass vs. Rubber Balls) to help support you as you ride the winds of this season. Mama, back-to-school season doesn’t have to knock you down. You were made for change. You were built for the wind. So take a deep breath, adjust your sails, and remember… you’ve got this. 💪 📣 Come share your mindset shift in our free Facebook community, Work-Life Balance for Working Moms  . We’re in this together, and your story could be exactly what another mama needs to hear today. 🎉 ⭐ If this episode gave you a pep in your step, please take a moment to leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Your reviews help more amazing moms find the show and take action on their dreams! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 📌 Grab Your Freebies! 🔥 Boundaries Made Simple… guilt-free scripts, mindset shifts, and a “guilt-detox” checklist 💖 Goal Manifesting Planner … map your dreams with bite-size prompts 🥗 Stress Free Weeknight Dinners Guide… reclaim your evenings (and your sanity) 📱 Tech Time-Out for Moms Guide… ditch the scroll and win back precious minutes 🧹 Spring Cleaning Checklist… because clutter steals time, too 🎅Christmas Planning Guide… yes, early prep counts as self-care Want to connect with other amazing moms? Join us in our Facebook group, Work-Life Balance For Working Moms, where we share tips, support, and inspiration every day! ⏰ Ready for 1:1 support? ⏰ If you’re looking to get control of your schedule and make time for amazing family memories, book a FREE discovery call with me today!   Bottom of Form Love & Light,  Kerri Let's keep the conversation going. E-mail or DM me to connect or to share a topic that you would like me to cover on the show! Contact me: support@momwifecareerlife.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mom.wife.career.life/ Website: momwifecareerlife.com Book a Time Management Coaching Session