The Women With Fire

-Kristen talks about her passion of having a close family, and using photography in your home to bring your family closer together. She talks about the importance of staying true to yourself on social media, instead of being what others want you to be. -She discusses the importance of opening up the discussion about social media with teenagers. -Kristen talks about how there can be good things on social media, but maybe they're not always the best things for us. -Kristen gives her tips for up and coming bloggers, "form a tribe" and what that means. talks about renavigating her business and life, and how she's made decisions to accept or turn down different opportunities. Quotes: "There are no boring stories . . . everybody has something to offer." -Kristen Duke

Show Notes: Sarah and Michelle share personal stories and experiences about times they've had to "call it what it is." Sometimes doing so, although may seem like a small failure, can actually be the start of a positive change in your life. Book referenced: There's no such thing as a dragon by Jack Kent Quotes: "Even if what you're calling "what it is" is a failure, it's fine . . . because there's the atonement" - Michelle Gifford "The greatest part of calling it "what it is" is it allows God to bless you with more" - Sarah Allred

"It's easy to say no, when there's a deeper yes burning inside you." "At the heart of women, is the desire to do good." "Doubt your doubts, before you doubt your faith." "Our Heavenly Father loves us so much, that the things that are important to us become important to Him, just because He loves us." Hilary talks about different ways to get through hard times, the importance of service, and finding joy in serving others. She also speaks about the importance of prayer, and listening for answers.

Host:  Michelle Gifford Guest:  Jamie Taylor Business:  I am Mom Summit Website:  https://my.iammomsummit.com Instagram:  @I_am_mom_summit Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/IamMomSummit/ Show Notes: -Jamie talks about how, and why she started the "I am Mom Summit".  She shares a personal experience that helped inspire her She wanted to create a positive space, online, for moms to come together to motivate, educate, and empower women to become the moms that we really want to be. -She shares what it took, to take something from just an idea, to making it happen.  She shares how she used prayer, inspiration, and faith to bring  this summit about. "Today let me add that we need women who know how to make important things happen by their faith and who are courageous defenders for mortality and families in this world. . . We need women who know how to receive personal revelations. . . women who know how to call upon the powers of heaven to protect and strengthen children and families, women who teach fear

"If you're doing Gods will, it doesn't matter if you make a million dollars, it doesn't matter if it fails. The success is in you doing Gods will." -Lisa talks about fulfilling yourself, and how it can help you be a better mom, not finding guilt in nourishing self-care. -Lisa shares tips if you are interested in starting an online course. -Lisa talks about not being afraid to teach, even if you don't feel like you know very much. -Lisa talks about her own struggle with depression and anxiety, and embracing imperfection.

"It's a really good sign that you're on the right path . . . when there's a lot of opposition." "If you want to be [spiritually] strong, you have to do a spiritual workout, everyday." "If you are doing His work, who knows what He has in store to open up." -Lizzie talks about her transition from being an attorney, to starting The Small Seed. -Lizzie talks about opposition you may face when you're on the right path, and how to overcome it. -Lizzie talks about focusing on why you're doing it, instead of on fear. -Lizzie talks about championing each other, and supporting other women when they are experiencing success, and not just when they are struggling.

-Sarah's business update.  Sarah's business, The Photographer's Element, went through a big shift this year.  She changed from a pay-per-course business model, to a subscription based model.  Sarah walks you through the decision and the one question she asked her customers that completely changed how she does business.   -Michelle's business update.  Michelle has been doing something she said that she would never do.  She joined an MLM, but not the way that you might think.  She started the Maskcara Experiment where she started her MLM business with no Facebook groups or selling to her friends.  Learn how she's doing it in this episode.  She's also been helping other business owners learn the basics of blogging and email marketing with her new courses. -Big Re-branding.  Over the past few months, Sarah and Michelle have been busy re-branding the Mormon Mompreneur podcast to The Women with Fire podcast.  They made the switch to be more inclusive. -The reason behind the re-brand had little to do with the "M

-Rhonna talks about putting God first, then family, then your business -Rhonna talks about the different paths her life has taken and God's role in them -Talks about using technology for good and to spread the gosple -Gives her formula for using your voice to spread the Gospel and serve your followers

-Shelby talks about finding your passion, and using that to further your business. -Shelby talks about not finding success at first, and how she decided to still move forward with her business. -Shelby talks about letting our minds be still at times. -Shelby talks about not comparing our "now's" to other people's "now's", being grateful for what we have in our lives in that moment. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ "We all have opportunities, but it's taking what we're really good at with our opportunities and our skill set and running with it" "I had a friend that told me . . . God wants to see you succeed" "Find joy in the simple things." "If you seek something with pure intent, he will help you." "If you are truly trying to get to some place, to better yourself and the people around you, then the Lord will be there."

Sarah talks to Jessica about about how her life has changed since became The Bucket List Family.

-Greg talks about how and why he started his blog. -Greg talks about his loving approach to those who disagree with his work. -Greg talks about the importance of the father's role in the family, and a child's life. -Greg talks about stepping up as a church to spread good online. "One of my greatest joys... is working with other religions...finding common ground, and we can together,we can fight for religious freedom." "Keep the faith . . . stand for something." "Focus on the family."

-Andrea talks about choosing business ideas and making decisions that are best for your family will keep you close to Christ. -Andrea talks about different business strategies she uses and marketing -Andrea talks about how to deal with feeling overwhelmed, and focusing on what you individually should be doing.

Melanie talks about the importance of finding time to read your scriptures and pray Melanie talks about how to find balance between business and being a mom Melanie talks about the importance of turning to the Lord in motherhood

Charlie talks about her books, and how she got her start being a young author. Charlie talks about finding the good, despite rejection along the way. Charlie gives advice for up and coming authors, how to make connections.

Colette talks about finding balance between raising kids and building a business. Colette talks about making essential things essential, and a priority, and all other things will fall into place. Colette talks about how there's a time and season for everything. Colette talks about the little things that happen that testify you're on the right path.

Angela talks about standing steadfast in your faith Angela talks about what it's like running a business with lots of different people, and being united in purpose. Angela talks about how it can be a work in progress. Angela talks about the importance of defending the family, and being involved to make a difference. Angela talks about her struggle with infertility, and how to be at peace with not having children.

Jenna talks about how the Lord has played a part in her business Jenna talks about how she deals with critics. Jenna talks about how she shares the gosple by example. Jenna talks about celebrating women, having a purpose, and making being both a mom and business owner work. Jenna talks about the importance of integrating the Lord in your business. Jenna talks about how the Lord is the "Ultimate Mentor" who is always assessable to us.

Kylee talks about how to balance a business and being a mom. Kylee talks about being patient when starting a business. To know that it's a long process. Kylee talks about using the spirit to help guide you when building a business. Kylee talks about her battle with anxiety, and why she decided to open up about it. Kylee talks about her unique approach to sharing the gosple and using her business to do so.

Brooke Snow is a musician, speaker, podcaster, and creator of "Every Branch" an online school for real life balance. Brooke has a gift of seeing the big picture and extracting life lessons from each experience. She is a wife, mother of 2, a survivor, and has triumphed over PTSD and anxiety. She believes all people can change, and that we hold the power to create the life we want. www.everybranch.is

-Summer talks about keeping high standards in an industry that very rarely keeps mormon standards -Summer talks about how she decided to remain modest in her modeling career, even when it was hard, and sometimes cost her more work with certain companies -Summer talks about the importance of enjoying little moments with your children and living in those moments without necessarily needing to take a picture, or share it on social media Welcome to the Mormon Mompreneur Podcast. This episode is part of our Building an inspired Business serious. In this series, Sarah and Michelle, your business mentors, give practical business tips helping the faith-filled mompreneur build a business that succeeds and fulfills.