Finding brands that work directly with influencers and content creators for brand partnerships is a great way to add another stream of income to your portfolio, especially if you’ve never considered brand collaborations. Over the years of running my brand, Tinseltown Mom, I’ve partnered on sponsored posts with several companies, whether on my blog, podcast, or social media, and it’s been a great … [Read more...]

Building a six-figure business on Facebook may seem daunting for the average content creator, but it’s entirely achievable. Successful content creator Heather Freeman offers valuable insight into how she built a six-figure business on Facebook with her brand, Coffee. Mom. Repeat. Inc., a dynamic social media platform boasting over 851,000 followers. Heather got her start by "throwing spaghetti … [Read more...]

Find your business niche so you can get clear on your business strategy and goals. Niching down can feel like a daunting task, especially for business owners struggling to pinpoint their target customers. For my own business, refining and defining my niche has been a journey. At the beginning of 2024, I rebranded and niched down my podcast focus, and as a result my audience size tripled! Today, … [Read more...]

Finding purpose in passion is a worthwhile topic to explore. After all, how often do we wonder if what we do or pursue throughout the day is truly adding value and meaning to our lives? Passion is a topic I often discuss and encourage others to actively pursue. It’s important to note that, although passion and purpose are connected, they are distinct. So, how do we find purpose in our passions? … [Read more...]

As a mom who values spending quality time with my kids, especially as they grow older, finding creative ways to connect can be challenging. But what better way to spend quality time than to start a business together. I’m going to share five fun work-from-home businesses to start with your child  that are relatively simple to launch. But first, I'll share five benefits of involving your kids in … [Read more...]

So, you’ve figured out which passion or skill you want to monetize—congratulations! But what are the next steps to monetize a passion? How do you take that passion and turn it into something people want and need? Let me walk you through nine key steps to help you create an offer that serves others and generates income. Steps to Monetize a Passion 1. Decide How You’ll Help Your Audience - Now … [Read more...]

Creating content is a great way to showcase your talents and expertise while making money at the same time. Over the last 10 years, I've created informational, educational, and fun content for my audience and monetized it in the process. There are many ways to make money by creating content, but I’m sharing five methods that I’ve personally used to monetize my brand over the years. Use your … [Read more...]

Did you know that you can monetize the job skills you’ve accumulated over the years and turn them into income streams, without having to start a business from scratch? This is a critical approach for anyone trying to generate additional income or optimize an existing business but unsure where to begin. The key is reflecting on your work history—because the knowledge and experience you've built in … [Read more...]

For those working moms feeling dissatisfied and as though you can't find time for your passions, I want you to know I empathize with you. I understand the yearning for fulfillment and purpose at this stage in your life. There are ways working moms can prioritize their side hustles. I encourage you to carve out more time to pursue your side hustles. Often, we have the time but fill it with … [Read more...]

Pursuing side hustles as working moms is a fulfilling feat for so many mothers. As a mom who spent 12 years working in corporate America while pursuing my own passions on the side, I’ve experienced firsthand the benefits of leveraging transferable work skills to fuel my side hustles. I encourage you to think about the skills you use daily in your job and consider how you can apply them to start or … [Read more...]

Episode #132 is very special. As many of you know, this year marked a significant rebrand for me, focusing on empowering moms to discover and monetize their passions. My 10 Streams of Income Over 10 Years Today, I'm going to share the various ways I've monetized my own passions while maintaining a successful full-time corporate career. Plus, I'm thrilled to announce that my MOMetize Your Passion … [Read more...]

On episode #124 of MOMetize Your Passion, Kelly Thompson and I discuss how to use your passions to create a virtual event. Kelly is a wife, mom, author, speaker, and the founder of the Package Your Genius Virtual Summit. She also hosts the podcast 'The Genius in You,' featuring mid-life women who use their genius to make an impact and an income. Today, we're talking about using your expertise … [Read more...]