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This Mother Means Business: Strategy, Advice, and Support for Mom Entrepreneurs

"This Mother Means Business" is the ultimate podcast for ambitious entrepreneurs, mompreneurs, mom founders, and CEO moms juggling kids and startups. If you're a mom struggling to balance the motherload and business plans, this show is your lifeline. Host Laura Sinclair, a seasoned entrepreneur, marketing guru, and mother of two, dives deep into the nitty-gritty of building a thriving business while changing diapers, getting snacks, and dealing with the latest parenting drama.

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This podcast doesn't sugarcoat the challenges of motherhood and entrepreneurship. Instead, it offers real talk, practical solutions, and a supportive community for moms who refuse to choose between their babies and their business dreams

"This Mother Means Business" is your go-to resource for navigating the beautiful chaos of motherhood and entrepreneurship. Join Laura and a community of like-minded moms as you redefine what's possible in both motherhood and business.

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This Mother Means Business: Strategy, Advice, and Support for Mom Entrepreneurs

Slippers, Startups & Surrender: Building a Business in the Middle of the Mess with Dani Kagan of Mave + Chez

July 03, 2025 • Laura Sinclair

Laura sits down with Dani Kagan—mom, entrepreneur, and co-founder of Mave & Chez —to dive deep into the real, raw, and inspiring journey of building a business while raising a family. Dani opens up about everything from naming her brand after her grandmothers to the unglamorous (but very real) parts of running a company. We’re talking community, courage, asking for help, Dragon’s Den... and all the beautiful messiness in between.

If you're a mom entrepreneur navigating growth, delegation, and identity, this one’s for you.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode

02:55 – Dani’s Journey to Entrepreneurship

05:45 – The Birth of Mave & Chez

08:34 – The Importance of Asking for Help

11:28 – Naming Mave & Chez & Honouring Her Grandmothers

14:12 – Building a Team & Learning to Delegate

17:19 – Motherhood & Time Management

18:22 – The Challenges of Scaling a Business

21:04 – The Evolution of Influencer Marketing

23:35 – Building a Community Around Your Brand

25:21 – Behind the Scenes of Dragon’s Den