with Natalie Ellis
In this episode, Natalie and Alex share their own experiences of identity shifts, friendship dynamics, and releasing relationships that were no longer serving them. They talk through the sometimes uncomfortable—but ultimately freeing—process of letting go of the need to be liked by everyone.
From shedding layers of societal expectations to cultivating meaningful relationships rooted in authenticity, this episode unpacks how embracing discomfort and setting boundaries can lead to deeper connections and more aligned friendships.
If you’ve ever felt like you’re walking on eggshells, holding back your truth to keep the peace, or struggling to navigate the grief of losing friendships, this episode will leave you feeling seen, understood, and empowered to put yourself first.
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00:00 – Introduction: Nashville trips, the joy of spontaneous plans, and finding Gilmore Girls energy in Franklin.
09:30 – The appeal of Franklin: Reflecting on the lifestyle, climate, and the idea of a long-term home.
13:30 – Shedding the “shoulds”: How motherhood shakes up identity and helps you rediscover your core.
19:15 – Commitment-phobes unite: Natalie’s surprising journey from non-committal to rooted.
24:10 – Speaking your truth: Breaking free from people-pleasing and embracing discomfort in relationships.
29:50 – Losing friendships: The grief, growth, and reframing what success looks like in relationships.
35:20 – Walking on eggshells: Why it’s okay to let go of dynamics that drain you and the liberation of saying no.
41:10 – Cultivating meaningful relationships: Identifying who energizes you versus who depletes you.
46:30 – The power of intention: How to set boundaries in friendships and create a close-knit, supportive circle.
52:00 – Productivity myths: Why slowing down and doing less can fuel creativity and alignment.
58:45 – Navigating friendships post-motherhood: Why texting back doesn’t define your relationships.
1:05:30 – The importance of presence: How to enjoy small moments and release the pressure of “habit stacking.”
1:12:00 – Final reflections: Raise your standards, stop settling, and step into 2025 with intention and clarity.
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Natalie and Lindsay dive into surprising data about modern parenting, revealing how working mothers today spend MORE time with their kids as stay-at-home moms did in the 1970s. They explore how societal shifts, multitasking, and parenting expectations shape modern family life and what this means for entrepreneurs balancing business and motherhood. The conversation also uncovers the importance of nervous system regulation for business owners, how to build calm companies, and predictions about the impact of AI on the influencer world and mental health.
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0:13 - Unpacking a tweet that sparked the conversation: Why working mothers today spend more time with their kids than stay-at-home mothers in past decades.
2:08 - The cultural shift in parenting expectations and the rise of “helicopter parenting.” Why unstructured playtime matters for mental resilience in children.
6:22 - How changes in safety, living environments, and social norms have impacted modern parenting styles.
8:45 - Finding balance on weekends: How to create space for both personal fulfillment and family connection.
10:14 - Setting boundaries around technology: Modeling healthy phone use and managing screen time for kids.
13:47 - Breaking the comparison trap: The impact of social media on parenting guilt and societal expectations.
16:03 - Multitasking as a modern mother: Navigating the overlap of work, parenting, and personal time.
19:49 - Recharging as a parent and entrepreneur: The value of unstructured “void time” and building it into your life.
25:47 - Reclaiming community: What we can learn from past generations about building support systems.
33:14 - The practice of nervous system regulation: Why calm leadership is a superpower for entrepreneurs.
39:40 - Lessons from experience: Natalie shares how to stay steady under pressure and manage stress effectively as a leader.
48:04 - The concept of “good enough”: Knowing your limits in parenting and business to avoid burnout.
55:38 - The future of AI influencers: Predictions on how AI could shape the creator economy, parenting comparisons, and mental health.
1:05:04 - Protecting mental health in the age of AI and preparing kids for the challenges of an increasingly digital world.
1:09:15 - Introducing the CEO Mama Membership: A supportive space for entrepreneurial moms to find tools, resources, and community for balancing business and motherhood.
RESOURCES + LINKS
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Get ready to experience what it feels like to be in The Société membership as you listen to this episode. We’re dropping the recording from this month’s membership Q&A Call where Natalie and Lindsay answer relatable entrepreneurship questions from our members, and provide actionable advice on social media growth, maternity leave planning, hiring and managing your team, and so much more.
Some of the questions covered are:
"What’s the balance between posting frequently (on Instagram) and prioritizing meaningful content that aligns with my values?"
"I have two team members but no clearly defined roles or job descriptions. How do I create clarity and avoid confusion?"
"How do you determine how long cart open periods should be, and what are the advantages of short versus long windows?"
Whether you're looking to build a sustainable business, make key pivots, or balance entrepreneurship with motherhood, this episode embraces it all + gives strategies to take your next steps confidently. You’ll also hear about the incredible milestone of Bossbabe hitting $10 million in membership revenue and why Natalie didn’t listen to the advice she was given when she started the membership 7 years ago.
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03:10 – Celebrating $10M in membership revenue: reflections on one year of the revamped Société
07:00 – How to transition your ideal customer and say no to non-aligned clients
09:50 – Starting small: creating job roles and managing priorities for your first hires
15:45 – Social media growth: balancing aesthetics, content volume, and authentic storytelling
25:30 – Planning for maternity leave: cash flow forecasting, dialing back operations, and maintaining profitability
32:40 – Choosing a personal brand vs. business brand: lessons from Natalie and other top entrepreneurs
45:00 – Building predictability in sales for product-based businesses: bundling, seasonality, and subscriptions
54:45 – Freedom in business: why scaling isn’t always the answer and how to align your business with your current season of life
RESOURCES + LINKS
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In this episode, Lindsay introduces the topic of reparenting—a powerful piece of motherhood for ambitious moms to be aware of. Inspired by a conversation between Natalie Ellis and Nakea Homer, Lindsay reflects on how childhood patterns like people-pleasing and overachieving show up in our parenting, relationships, and even our businesses.
If you’re feeling like you’re on the verge of burn out or are misaligned doing the juggle of business and motherhood, this episode will help you explore how reparenting your inner child can transform your approach to motherhood and business. Lindsay also shares her personal journey and simple ways to get started with this inner work.
What we cover:
TIMESTAMPS
00:44 – The pivotal question Nakea asked her daughter and the surprising answer
01:41 – How ambitious mothers often approach parenting like business goals
02:34 – The wake-up call: Are we self-abandoning in our efforts to “do it all”?
03:03 – What is reparenting, and why it is crucial for ambitious mothers
04:30 – Childhood patterns that impact business and personal relationships
06:08 – Burnout in business: Is it the business—or inner child wounds?
08:46 – Lindsay’s personal story of achieving for validation in childhood
10:42 – How to begin reparenting: Gentle steps to guide your inner child
12:53 – Why this work is foundational to success as an ambitious mama
16:26 – Closing thoughts: Inner work transforms every layer of your life
17:17 – CEO Mama Membership announcement
RESOURCES + LINKS
Fill out the CEO Mama Membership founding member application here.
Listen to the full episode with Nakeia Homer here.
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Ever wondered what it’s really like to build a business in your twenties, ride the rollercoaster of entrepreneurship, and come out the other side? In this episode, Natalie sits down with Teachable founder Ankur Nagpal to spill all the tea on the evolution of online education and the booming creator economy.
Together, they take a trip down memory lane, sharing the highs and lows of startup life (spoiler: it’s not always pretty). Ankur also dives into the juicy details of navigating market saturation, using AI to shake up course creation, what happens to your identity after a big business exit, and how he really spends his money after the $250M buy out.
If you’re obsessed with entrepreneurship, creating impact, or staying ahead of the trends in online learning, this episode is packed with value— plus, you’ll learn what his second venture is, why he couldn’t just “live the travel life” + what he’s doing differently in business this time around.
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00:00 The Journey Begins: From Teachable to New Ventures
03:13 The Evolution of Online Courses and the Creator Economy
05:51 Navigating Identity and Growth in Entrepreneurship
08:53 The Decision to Sell: Reflections on Success and Freedom
11:49 Financial Freedom: The Shift After Selling Teachable
14:53 Building Again: Lessons from the First Venture
17:58 Hiring and Team Dynamics: The Balancing Act
21:00 The Challenges of Industry and Team Management
24:03 Personal Finance for Business Owners: Key Insights
27:09 The Importance of Mindset in Business Ownership
30:12 Maximizing Financial Benefits: Tax Strategies for Entrepreneurs
32:53 The Psychology of Spending: Balancing Wealth and Humility
35:54 The Impact of Upbringing on Mindset
39:08 Understanding Financial Management for Business Owners
43:47 The Importance of Recurring Revenue
46:53 Navigating the Challenges of Building a Fintech Company
49:57 Marketing Strategies and Audience Engagement
52:17 Getting Started with Financial Tools
54:37 Balancing Personal Life and Work
01:06:04 Redefining Success Beyond Money
RESOURCES + LINKS
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In this inevitably relatable episode, Lindsay dives deep into the concept of the mental load that mothers carry, especially entrepreneurial + working moms. She discusses the importance of recognizing each piece of the mental load that mothers carry and teaches on how to lighten this load, which is essential to preventing burnout. Lindsay introduces her framework of the "seven buckets" that encompass various aspects of a mother’s life, offering practical strategies to manage and share responsibilities effectively.
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00:00 Introduction to Lightening the Mental Load
01:55 Understanding the Mental Load of Motherhood
08:35 The Seven Buckets of Mental Load
14:29 Evaluating Capacity vs. Load
18:44 Tools for Lightening the Load
28:11 Taking Action to Lighten the Load
35:31 Conclusion and Reflection on Motherhood
The Seven Buckets Outlined:
RESOURCES + LINKS
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In this episode, Natalie Ellis sits down with psychotherapist and digital health strategist Israa Nasir to tackle the trending issue of toxic productivity. They explore how high-achieving entrepreneurs can break free from the addiction of “doing more” and redefine success to match their balancing point. Whether you’re constantly chasing the next goal, feeling chronically behind, or struggling to balance your personal life and business, this episode offers practical steps to help you prioritize mental health and find your “enough” point.
TIMESTAMPS
04:24 Navigating the Mental Health System
07:10 The Illusion of an Optimized Life
15:40 Breaking Free from Societal Timelines
21:30 The Paradox of Achievement and Fulfillment
27:40 Finding Balance as an Entrepreneur
30:05 Intentional Living and Life Audits
31:40 The Importance of Unplugging and Self-Care
41:45 Overcoming Over-Functioning and Toxic Productivity
47:30 Creating Healthy Routines for Balance
RESOURCES + LINKS
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In this episode of CEO Mama, Lindsay dives deep into the complexities of childcare, discussing its challenges, costs, and the various opinions surrounding it. She shares what she’s found to be the most important aspects when it comes to finding the right childcare for your family. The conversation also touches on handling disruptions in arrangements and the significance of alone time for mental health. We also reached out to our amazing CEO Mamas and asked how they navigate this as mothers and entrepreneurs. Tune in for an insightful episode that will not only offer you guidance but also leave you feeling less alone when trying to find the best solution for you and your family.
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00:20 - The Childcare Conundrum
03:00 - Best Practices for Finding Childcare
10:30 - Onboarding and Setting Expectations
14:00 - Handling Disruptions and Inconsistencies
20:30 - Personal Childcare Arrangements and Insights
31:00 - Reflections on Childcare From Our CEO Mamas
31:55 - Anna Powers: Founder of Clickworthy Copywriting Certification (mom of 1 toddler with full-time childcare)
37:45 - Megan Van Noy - Myofunctional Therapist: (single mom to 1 toddler with part-time daycare + grandparents help)
40:35 - Anna Konchar - Digital Ads Expert + Coach (3 kids 5 years + under with past nanny experience + part-time preschool currently)
48:05 - Lacey Sites - Business Coach (1 toddler with full-time nanny support)
RESOURCES + LINKS
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Fill out the CEO Mama application here: bossbabe.com/ceomama
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In this conversation, Nakeia Homer joins Natalie to explore the profound connections between personal healing and entrepreneurship. They discuss the impact of childhood experiences on adult life, the importance of intuition in career choices, and the journey of self-discovery. From healing relationships to the dynamics of reparenting + parenting, Nakeia and Natalie cover it all. Tune in for an empowering + uplifting conversation.
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03:30 - The Healing Journey of Entrepreneurship
09:00 - Defining Moments and Career Aspirations
16:30 - Identity and Self-Discovery
22:45 - Overcoming Fear and Limiting Beliefs
29:30 - Lowering Expectations for Acceptance
35:00 - Reparenting and Parenting Dynamics
44:00 - Setting Boundaries in Relationships
55:22 - Navigating Fear and Embracing Possibility
RESOURCES + LINKS
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In this conversation, Natalie shares her candid experiences and insights on motherhood, discussing the challenges and realities of being a new mom alongside Alex Wombwell-Povey. They pull back the curtain and share their candid experiences as new moms navigating the advice they received from every angle. Find out what they think about seeking help, the impact of sleep, and if sticking to a routine really helps. Tune in and get the tea being a new mama and how to deal with all the advice you hear.
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01:30 - The Reality of New Motherhood
07:30 - Challenging Conventional Parenting Advice
12:00 - The Importance of Schedules
19:20 - Navigating Sleep Training and Support
24:00 The Role of Community and Help in Parenting
RESOURCES + LINKS
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In this episode, Natalie shares her insights on the myth of passive income, emphasizing that true freedom comes from designing your work and life intentionally. She discusses her personal experiences with work-life balance, the importance of focusing on your own business rather than comparing it to others, and how to redefine success in a way that aligns with your values and goals. She shares three better questions to ask yourself than, “How can I stop trading my time for money?”
TIMESTAMPS
00:50 - Introduction and Life Update
03:00 - The Myth of Passive Income
11:00 - Redefining Success and Work
12:30 - Designing Your Work for Freedom
15:20 - The 3 Questions You Should Be Asking Yourself
17:30 - Reverse Engineer Your Business
RESOURCES + LINKS
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