What if burnout isn’t about doing less… but about finally understanding the 42% rule your nervous system has been trying to tell you all along?

In this episode of The Business Mum Compass, we unpack the connection between burnout, nervous system regulation, rest, and recovery and why so many mum entrepreneurs are running on survival mode without real recovery built into their lives.

Today you will learn:

• What the 42% rule for burnout actually means and why recovery is more than just sleep for mum entrepreneurs
• How chronic stress impacts your nervous system, energy, focus, and emotional capacity as a mum entrepreneur
• Simple ways to integrate rest, movement, mindful recovery, and nervous system support into your everyday routine without guilt

If you’ve been feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, or constantly “on,” this episode will help you rethink burnout, recovery, and what sustainable success truly looks like. Hit play and share this episode with another mum entrepreneur who needs this reminder today.

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This podcast is for mum entrepreneurs who start their business and want to overcome limiting beliefs, impostor syndrome and fear of being seen so they can confidently sell their knowledge online with purpose.

Are you a mum entrepreneur, woman in business, or ambitious founder feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, or stuck in constant hustle while trying to grow your business online with purpose?

In this episode, Marie explores why burnout is not a badge of honor for mum entrepreneurs and why it has become a serious business risk instead of a milestone. Many women leave their 9–5 seeking freedom and flexibility, only to recreate the same exhausting cycle inside their business, leading to burnout, inconsistency, and self-doubt.

By listening to this episode, you will learn how to:

• Recognise the early signs of burnout in your business before it impacts your performance, creativity, and confidence
• Understand why burnout is often normalised in entrepreneurship and how to shift out of unsustainable hustle patterns
• Build a calmer, more consistent and purpose-driven way of working that supports long-term growth without draining your energy

Press play to discover how mum entrepreneurs can avoid burnout, protect their energy, and build a sustainable business that grows with purpose instead of pressure.

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This podcast is for mum entrepreneurs, mum in business and women in business who start their business and want to build confidence, overcome limiting beliefs, impostor syndrome and fear of being seen so they can confidently sell their knowledge online with purpose.

What happens when mum entrepreneurs stop waiting to feel ready… and say yes anyway?

In this episode, we explore the reality of being a mum entrepreneur navigating impostor syndrome while trying to build a business rooted in purpose.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re not ready, not qualified, or not “there yet,” this conversation will meet you exactly where you are.

Today we will uncover:

• How confidence is built through action, not before it — and what changes when you start anyway
• The link between purpose and momentum, and why clarity often comes after you begin, not before

Hit play on this episode and share it with another mum entrepreneur who needs the reminder: you don’t have to feel ready to begin.

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This podcast is for mum entrepreneurs who start their business and want to overcome limiting beliefs, impostor syndrome and fear of being seen so they can confidently sell their knowledge online with purpose.

Are you a mum entrepreneur, woman in business, or aspiring founder constantly waiting for permission before showing up online, starting your business, or taking the next big step?

Welcome to The Business Mum Compass Podcast, the podcast helping mum entrepreneurs, mums in business and women in business overcome impostor syndrome, self-doubt, and the fear of being seen online so they can confidently build a purpose-driven business and sell their knowledge online.

In this episode, Marie opens up about the hidden habit so many mum entrepreneurs struggle with: waiting for permission. Waiting for validation before launching the business, showing up online, calling yourself an expert, or trusting your own voice. Through a raw and personal conversation, Marie shares why so many women stay stuck in self-doubt and how to finally start taking action without needing outside approval first.

By listening to this episode, you will learn how to:

• Understand why mum entrepreneurs often wait for permission and external validation before taking action
• Build self-trust and confidence even when impostor syndrome and self-doubt are telling you to stay small
• Start showing up online, growing your business, and moving forward before you feel fully ready

Press play to discover how to stop waiting for permission, overcome impostor syndrome as a mum entrepreneur, and finally trust yourself enough to build the purposeful business and life you truly want.

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This podcast is for mum entrepreneurs, mum in business and women in business who start their business and want to build confidence, overcome limiting beliefs, impostor syndrome and fear of being seen so they can confidently sell their knowledge online with purpose.

Do you feel like becoming a mum means putting your ambitions on hold?

Many mum entrepreneurs struggle with impostor syndrome and question whether they can truly build something meaningful while raising children.

In this short note from my live podcast episode ( EP88) we explore how motherhood can completely shift your identity, focus and purpose in business. Instead of slowing her down, becoming a mother gave Margarita Nazarenko clarity, directionand the confidence to build with intention.

We dive into the real mindset shift that happens when you stop saying yes to everything and start prioritising what actually moves your business forward. For many women in business, especially mum entrepreneurs, this is where impostor syndrome shows up but also where growth begins.

What you will learn:

✨ How to move through impostor syndrome and trust your skills as a mum entrepreneur building a business.

✨ Discover how motherhood can sharpen your sense of purpose and help you focus on what truly grows your business and impact.

If you’re a mum in business or navigating your own journey with purpose and self-doubt, listen to this short note or listen to the full episode ( EP88). And if you found value in this conversation, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts — it helps more women like you find the show. 💛

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This podcast is for mum entrepreneurs, mum in business and women in business who start their business and want to build confidence, overcome limiting beliefs, impostor syndrome and fear of being seen so they can confidently sell their knowledge online with purpose.

Can you build a successful business without putting your ambition on hold when you become a mum?

In this special live episode, Marie sits down with three inspiring founders and mum entrepreneurs who have built thriving businesses, strong personal brands, and lasting impact while navigating motherhood.

Meet the Speakers

✨ Tessa Black – General Manager and Co-owner of Beetl Skincare, sharing her journey from corporate leadership to scaling a purpose-driven brand.

✨ Margarita Nazarenko – Author, podcast host, and confidence expert with a community of over 2 million followers, helping women redefine identity, ambition, and self-worth.

✨ Leigh Dole – Founder of Blow Bar Co Australia, who grew a single salon into a multi-location business while raising five children.

In this episode you will:

✔ Learn how successful mum entrepreneurs overcome impostor syndrome and self-doubt.

✔ Discover how to build a business with purpose while raising a family.

✔ Gain practical insights on confidence, leadership, and sustainable growth as a mum entrepreneur

Hit play now and discover what it really takes to go from Mum Mode to CEO Mode.

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This podcast is for mum entrepreneurs, mum in business and women in business who start their business and want to build confidence, overcome limiting beliefs, impostor syndrome and fear of being seen so they can confidently sell their knowledge online with purpose.

Are you a mum entrepreneur, ambitious mum in business, or aspiring founder struggling with impostor syndrome, self-doubt, or the pressure of building something meaningful before feeling fully ready?

In this episode, Marie sits down with Alexis and Jodine, founders of SORTD, to talk about overcoming impostor syndrome, building confidence as female founders, and taking action before feeling ready. From startup pressure and investor pitching to purpose-driven entrepreneurship and self-belief, this conversation is a must-listen for every mum entrepreneur navigating fear, visibility and growth while building a business with purpose.

By listening to this episode, you will learn how to:

• Overcome impostor syndrome as a mum entrepreneur and stop waiting to feel “qualified” before taking action
• Build confidence as a mum founder through action, resilience, and self-belief
• Navigate startup pressure, investor pitching, and business growth while staying connected to your purpose

Press play to discover how Alexis and Jodine built a $3.2M business before they felt ready and learn how mum entrepreneurs can overcome self-doubt, build with purpose, and confidently show up for the business they truly want to create.

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This podcast is for mum entrepreneurs who start their business and want to overcome limiting beliefs, impostor syndrome and fear of being seen so they can confidently sell their knowledge online with purpose.

Is low engagement proof you’re not good enough—or just part of building visibility as mum entrepreneurs?

If you’re showing up online while battling impostor syndrome, low engagement can feel like confirmation that you don’t belong in business. This short note reframes what’s really happening when your content feels like it’s going unseen as mum entrepreneurs.

You’ll learn why engagement lags behind consistency, how impostor syndrome distorts your perception of progress, and why repetition is what actually builds trust and momentum over time.

Press play to hear the advice every mum entrepreneur needs when low engagement starts messing with their confidence.

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The through line is community: we don’t do 2026 alone.

We set the table, take off the mask, and learn how to overcome impostor syndrome, move through self-doubt, and show up online with confidence. If you’re in Sydney, come sit with us on May 28th at the Bonnibel Hotel. Get your tickets here: https://events.humanitix.com/from-mum-mode-to-ceo-mode-how-women-build-empires-while-raising-children?

And if you’re not local, don’t worry—I’ll be creating more moments throughout 2026 for us to connect, both in person and virtually. But remember, you always have a seat at the Business Mum Compass table.

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