Building a Business as a Busy Mom? Here’s the Time-Saving Plan I Swear By
You’re not just “busy”, you’re booked from sunrise to bedtime. Between school runs, meal preps, and everything in between, it might feel impossible to carve out time to start a business.
But here’s something I’ve learned: you don’t need more time. You just need a smarter way to use the time you already have.
This is the exact approach that helped me grow my business in the middle of motherhood, and it might just work for you too.
Get Clear on What You’re Selling
Don’t get stuck in “I need a big idea” mode. Your first offer doesn’t need to be perfect, it just needs to be useful.
Ask yourself:
WHAT do people always come to me for?
What do I ENJOY talking about?
Can I turn that into a PRODUCT or SERVICE?
Start with something simple: a Canva template, a one-hour coaching session, or a mini digital guide.
The goal? One clear offer you can explain in one sentence.
Keep Your Work Time Short & Focused
You don’t need 8 hours. You need 90 minutes a day, or less, with no distractions.
Try this:
Set a timer for 25 minutes (Pomodoro style)
Choose one task: write an email, create a post, update your page
Take a short break and do another round if you can
That’s it. One focused hour a day adds up fast.
Use Tools That Save You Time
You don’t need to learn fancy software. Use what’s simple:
Schedule Instagram posts in batches
Reuse your content across platforms
Create templates for emails or graphics
Save your product delivery as a PDF or link, no coding needed
Every task you repeat? Find a way to make it easier.
Don’t Try to Do It All
Here’s your permission slip to skip the “perfect brand,” the 10-page website, and posting every single day.
Instead:
Pick ONE platform where your people are
Share something helpful 2–3 times a week
Focus on connection > perfection
Simple and consistent wins every time.
Protect Your Energy, Not Just Your Schedule
Your to-do list will always be full. But your energy? That’s limited. Choose tasks that matter, and let the rest wait.
Some days will be messy. That’s part of it.
But every small step you take still counts. You’re building something, right in the middle of real life.
Wrap Up: Start Where You Are
No babysitter.
No office.
No full-time hours.
Just a woman with a vision and a nap-time window.
You don’t have to do it all today. Just start with what you can, and build from there.
Your business doesn’t need to be big to be real. It just needs to begin!
