Join us in this episode of the Let Yourself Bloom podcast as Jen sits down with LaKeisha Entsuah, founder of Legacy Consulting. LaKeisha shares her journey of balancing motherhood with entrepreneurship, offering insights into creating efficient systems and processes that empower women entrepreneurs. Discover how she turned her challenges into opportunities and learn actionable strategies for maintaining work-life balance. Whether you're a mom, an entrepreneur, or both, this episode is packed with wisdom to help you grow into your fullest self.

Chapters:

(00:00) Let Yourself Bloom podcast with LaKeisha on identity, dreams and motherhood

(01:14) How did becoming a mother help you discover your zone of genius?

(04:48) How can we create space for both business and your dreams as a mother?

(06:27) What are the things that you can delete from your schedule altogether?

(09:42) Can you explain how your entrepreneurial journey has positively influenced you and your kids?

(14:38) Building efficiencies into your work life balance is key to achieving work-life balance

(21:20) One of your missions is to empower women entrepreneurs...

(23:24) LaKeisha Entsuah: Thank you so much for joining me on today's episode

Motherhood, Entrepreneurship, Work-Life Balance, Lakeisha Ena, Efficient Systems, Empowering Women, Strategic Growth, Creativity, Time Management, Delegation, Automation, Family Life, Entrepreneurial Journey, Personal Growth, Self-Care, Business Strategy, Flexibility, Women Entrepreneurs, Legacy Consulting, Let Yourself Bloom

Join Jen in this enlightening episode of the Let Yourself Bloom podcast, where she explores the concept of nurturing your identity amidst motherhood. Dive into Chapter Five of her book, "Room to Bloom: Greenhouses," and discover how to create a space for your goals and dreams to flourish. Learn about the importance of rest, the power of intention, and how to balance multiple roles while staying true to yourself. Whether you're a mother or in any singular role, this episode offers valuable insights on cultivating a fulfilling life. Don't miss the upcoming free webinar on Rest vs. Recovery on February 10, 2025, and the Mini Mom Retreat on March 15, 2025, for practical application of these concepts!

Webinar Registration Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/7-fnxOIeQCmnk5Ozpfi5ow

Chapters:

(00:00) Let Yourself Bloom is a podcast where we talk about being a mom AND

(00:47) Give yourself space to nurture and care for your goals in Room to Bloom Greenhouses

(06:56) Once you identify your current priority, align your calendar to reflect that

(13:15) MomSquad Secrets

(14:02) Identify a greenhouse or area of your life (goals or core values)

(18:30) You can choose to be happy now instead of waiting for a future date

(19:28) Jen Banks talks about rest and recovery in this week's episode

Identity, Motherhood, Greenhouses, Personal Growth, Rest And Recovery, Jen Banks, Let Yourself Bloom, Self-Care, Balance, Goals, Dreams, Webinar, Mini Mom Retreat, Nurturing, Fulfillment, Self-Expression, Personal Development, Core Values, Happiness, Life Transformation

Join Jen on the Let Yourself Bloom podcast as she converses with Melissa Cancel, a communication expert with a passion for helping married couples. Melissa shares her inspiring journey from being a college teacher to starting her own business, The Communication Doc, aimed at improving communication in marriages. Discover how Melissa navigated the challenges of her own marriage, including becoming an instant mom, handling the tragic loss of her stepchildren's mother, and overcoming her own fears to pursue her calling. This episode is a testament to blooming where you're planted and the courage to replant yourself when needed. Dive into practical advice on communication, overcoming fear, and creating a healthy ever after in your relationships.

Chapters:

(00:00) Melissa Cancel teaches and coaches couples how to improve communication and negotiate

(09:19) You talked about blooming where you're planted

(14:01) You've overcome a fear of starting a business through YouTube videos

(18:24) If you could give yourself advice, it would be to start sooner

(22:13) There are common thoughts that can destroy marriages if we don't control them

(24:52) Jen Banks says learning about communication helped improve her marriage after getting married

Communication, Marriage, Blended Families, Overcoming Fear, Relationship Coaching, Healthy Communication, Personal Growth, Blooming, Melissa Cancel, The Communication Doc, Identity, Motherhood, Family Challenges, Career Transition, Interpersonal Skills, Emotional Resilience, Relationship Advice, Coping With Loss, Life Transformation, Personal Fulfillment