momentrepreneu by sossitter founder
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Everybody has heard the term “momtrepreneur”, but what is it really? What lies behind it? And most importantly is it as good as it sounds? Paulina Podgorska, Founder of SOSsitter.ca and SOSgarde.ca, shows the REAL life of a Montreal mom entrepreneur, the challenges faced and how to overcome them, the winning strategies and common mistakes, as well as resources to help in the journey – and it is a very rewarding journey!TRANSCRIPT
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b y P A U L I N A P O D G O R S K A
M o t h e r & F o u n d e r
S O S s i t t e r . c a / S O S g a r d e . c a
J a n u a r y 2 0 1 1
HOW TO SUCCEEDas a Momtrepreneur
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My Story
Leon - 5
Paulina - 30 something...
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My Story – Founder of SOSsitter
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My Story - of SOSgarde
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Summary
Definition
Demystifying Myth
Benefits
Pillars of success
Challenges with tips to avoid them
Resources
Conclusion
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Definition of a Momtrepreneur
Momtrepreneur
=
Mom FIRST
Entrepreneur SECOND
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Demystifying some Myths
It’s a REAL job
Not utopia
Not the holy grail
Not a job you can do with kids in the house
Professional experience IS necessary
Success NOT guaranteed
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Benefits
Master of your destiny
Freedom of your own time
Sense of accomplishment
Less costly
Magnified creativity
Time spent with kids
Decreased Mommy gilt
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Pillars of success
Good Foundations
Good Idea
Good Attitude
Good Working Method
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Success = Good Foundations
1. Financial means for daily life
2. Child care
3. Family support
4. Your personal motivation
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Success = Good Idea
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Success = Good Working Methods
Self discipline – important! :
Stick to your working hours
Complete task on time
Switch personal phone & emails off during most of work hours
Do non-work tasks on non-working hours
Be organized – personal & professional life:
Establish daily tasks with priorities
Let family know when are your working hours & respect that
Work overtime when it is OK with family members
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Success = Good Working Methods
A proper working space: Not shared by anyone but you
Quiet
Clean from house stuff
Be resourceful: Google is your best friend
Community/forums great to find answers
Have an IT person for emergencies
Learn constantly: Establish 30min of your day to learn something new everyday
Follow professional blogs & news
Participate in professional discussions
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Success = Good Attitude
Perseverance
“Success in business is 10% idea, and 90% perseverance”
Trust in self
You are the greatest asset of your business
Positive thinking
The thing that will keep you through the tough times
Acceptance of mistakes
Mistake = learning
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Challenges
Uncertain financial future Have financial support for the first 2 years (Partner, savings, part-time job)
Fear of mistakes & setbacks Right mental attitude (see slide before)
Isolation Network physically and virtually
Limited social life Plan one outing at regular intervals
Mommy guilt of not spending time with children
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Mummy guilt – Tips to tame it
Do not Compare yourself to other moms
Do not allow anyone to make you feel bad
Be realistic - Accept that you cannot give all your time to kids
Spend QUALITY time with your kids – no Blackberry or PC nearby
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My Word to YOU
DO IT – be bold and go for it. You are the king of your destiny.
GET FAMILY SUPPORT BEHIND YOU- essential if working from home
GET CHILD CARE – no kids during working hours
If you do make mistakes, it’s good – you are learning
USE ALL SUPPORT YOU CAN GET – mentor, networking, government bodies
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Resources
Entrepreneurship:
CDLs (Centre de development Local) (acldq.qc.ca)
Yes Montreal (yesmontreal.ca)
Service d’aide aux jeunes entrepreneurs (sajemontrealmetro.ca)
Momtrepreneur:
The Mom Entrepreneur (themomentrepreneur.com)
Mom Entrepreneurs Network (momentrepreneursnetwork.com)
Les Supermamans (supermamans.com)