Being in business is definitely different from being a nurse. My biggest challenge with being a mom in business is turning off the business voice in my head, closing down shop at the end of the day, and being present with my kids, my husband, my friends. I know my passion for creating and growing MEDBASICS has the potential to consume me and there are times when I would happily allow that but life is about balance. I know if I’m feeling guilty I’m not balanced.
As a mom and a wife, has your relationship been negatively or positively affected ever since you started your business?Since my business partner is also my husband, this is a particularly interesting question. I would say overall our relationship has been positively effected. We have definitely had some growing pains -- establishing roles, responsibilities and managing expectations -- but ultimately both of us are growing as individuals therefore we’re growing as a couple.
What advice do you have for your fellow entrepreneur moms?
Surround yourself with other women entrepreneurs. There is something invaluable about that support system. Gratitude. On those days where everything feels impossible remember that there are places in this world where we would never have the opportunity to have such a day in business.
Perspective. My father shared with me something I think about almost on a daily basis. He said, “A business that responds with a sense of urgency is a business that is doomed to failure.” Slow down, gain perspective and then proceed. Very few things in this world are truly urgent.
How did you fund your business?
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