In this International Women’s Day episode, I’m talking about something that has had a profound impact on my business over the past few years: community.

The 2026 International Women’s Day theme is “Give to Gain,” and honestly, I can’t think of a better way to describe how genuine support between women in business actually works.

Because the biggest opportunities in my business haven’t come from algorithms, ads, or clever marketing strategies, they’ve come from women.

Women who refer me.
Women who speak my name in rooms where it matters.
Women who champion my work when I’m not there to see it.

In this episode, I unpack why community isn’t just a feel-good concept, instead it’s a powerful business strategy that creates long-term sustainability and growth.

I talk about:


Why community creates longevity in business


How referrals and reputation grow when women support each other


The difference between genuine support and performative support


What it actually looks like to champion another woman’s work


Why generosity builds stronger business networks than transactional networking


How mums in business can build meaningful community even with limited time and capacity

I also share practical ways you can start building this kind of community yourself, through referrals, introductions, amplification, testimonials and genuine celebration of other women’s success.

Because when women support women, we don’t lose, we multiply. And when we build businesses within communities that champion each other, we create something far more powerful than individual success — we create longevity.

Links + Resources
→ Come say hi on Instagram: @‌balancedbizmama
→ Book in a 1:1 mentoring session
→ Join The Balanced Biz Mama Circle (monthly coaching + community for mums in business)
→ Subscribe to never miss an episode!

In this International Women&rsquo;s Day episode,&nbsp;I&rsquo;m talking about something that has had a profound impact on my business over the past few years: community.
The 2026 International Women&rsquo;s Day theme is &ldquo;Give to Gain,&rdquo; and honestly, I can&rsquo;t think of a better way to describe how genuine support between women in business actually works.
Because the biggest opportunities in my business haven&rsquo;t come from algorithms, ads, or clever marketing strategies, they&rsquo;ve come from women.
Women who refer me. Women who speak my name in rooms where it matters. Women who champion my work when I&rsquo;m not there to see it.
In this episode, I unpack why community isn&rsquo;t just a feel-good concept, instead it&rsquo;s a powerful business strategy that creates long-term sustainability and growth.
I talk about:
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Why community creates longevity in business
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How referrals and reputation grow when women support each other
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The difference between genuine support and performative support
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What it actually looks like to champion another woman&rsquo;s work
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Why generosity builds stronger business networks than transactional networking
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How mums in business can build meaningful community even with limited time and capacity
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I also share practical ways you can start building this kind of community yourself, through referrals, introductions, amplification, testimonials and genuine celebration of other women&rsquo;s success.
Because when women support women, we don&rsquo;t lose, we multiply. And when we build businesses within communities that champion each other, we create something far more powerful than individual success &mdash; we create longevity.
Links + Resources &rarr; Come say hi on Instagram: <a href="https://instagram.com/balancedbizmama" data-testid="link-with-safety" data-renderer-mark="true">@&zwnj;balancedbizmama</a> &rarr; <a href="https://balancedbizmama.com.au/mama-momentum">Book in a 1:1 mentoring session</a> &rarr; Join <a href="https://balancedbizmama.com.au/bbm-circle" data-testid="link-with-safety" data-renderer-mark="true">The Balanced Biz Mama Circle</a>&nbsp;(monthly coaching + community for mums in business) &rarr; Subscribe to never miss an episode!

A Mama's Guide To Balancing Parenthood & Working From Home

Coffee, Clients, and Naptime, the ultimate podcast for ambitious parents ready to build a fulfilling business while raising their families. Hosted by Sarah Maree - mother, entrepreneur, and mentor with 15 years of experience in building successful businesses.

Learn how to find your balance between business and your family, creating your dream life during naptime, or in those precious in-between moments when you're a work from home parent. We share practical tools and proven methods to help you transition from overwhelmed to running a successful business on your own terms.

If you're a parent looking to replace the 9-to-5 with flexibility, freedom, and purpose, this podcast is for you. This is the support you need to create the life you’ve always dreamed of - for yourself and your family.

So, grab your coffee, and let’s make it happen!

 

Follow along on Instagram: 

https://www.instagram.com/balancedbizmama/ 

Visit us online:

https://balancedbizmama.com.au

A Mama's Guide To Balancing Parenthood &amp; Working From Home
Coffee, Clients, and Naptime, the ultimate podcast for ambitious parents ready to build a fulfilling business while raising their families. Hosted by Sarah Maree - mother, entrepreneur, and mentor with 15 years of experience in building successful businesses.
Learn how to find your balance between business and your family, creating your dream life during naptime, or in those precious in-between moments when you're a work from home parent. We share practical tools and proven methods to help you transition from overwhelmed to running a successful business on your own terms.
If you're a parent looking to replace the 9-to-5 with flexibility, freedom, and purpose, this podcast is for you. This is the support you need to create the life you&rsquo;ve always dreamed of - for yourself and your family.
So, grab your coffee, and let&rsquo;s make it happen!
&nbsp;
Follow along on Instagram:&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/balancedbizmama/">https://www.instagram.com/balancedbizmama/</a>&nbsp;
Visit us online:
<a href="https://balancedbizmama.com.au/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://balancedbizmama.com.au&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1738991844534000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0YaHdKBJ9Saj--uHQdEFFg">https://balancedbizmama.com.au</a>

Coffee, Clients & Naptime

A Mama's Guide To Balancing Parenthood & Working From Home

Coffee, Clients, and Nap-time, the ultimate podcast for ambitious parents ready to build a fulfilling business while raising their families. Hosted by Sarah Maree—mother, entrepreneur, and mentor with 15 years of experience in building successful businesses.

Learn how to attract clients during nap-time, after school drop-off, or in those precious in-between moments of parenting meeting your business dreams. We share practical tools and proven methods to help you transition from corporate life to running a successful business on your own terms.

If you're a parent looking to replace the 9-to-5 with flexibility, freedom, and purpose, this podcast is for you. This is the support you need to create the life you’ve always dreamed of—for yourself and your family.

So, grab your coffee, and let’s make it happen!

 

Follow along on Instagram: 

https://www.instagram.com/balancedbizmama/ 

Visit us online:

https://balancedbizmama.com.au

A Mama's Guide To Balancing Parenthood &amp; Working From Home
Coffee, Clients, and Nap-time, the ultimate podcast for ambitious parents ready to build a fulfilling business while raising their families. Hosted by Sarah Maree&mdash;mother, entrepreneur, and mentor with 15 years of experience in building successful businesses.
Learn how to attract clients during nap-time, after school drop-off, or in those precious in-between moments of parenting meeting your business dreams. We share practical tools and proven methods to help you transition from corporate life to running a successful business on your own terms.
If you're a parent looking to replace the 9-to-5 with flexibility, freedom, and purpose, this podcast is for you. This is the support you need to create the life you&rsquo;ve always dreamed of&mdash;for yourself and your family.
So, grab your coffee, and let&rsquo;s make it happen!
&nbsp;
Follow along on Instagram:&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/balancedbizmama/">https://www.instagram.com/balancedbizmama/</a>&nbsp;
Visit us online:
<a href="https://balancedbizmama.com.au/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://balancedbizmama.com.au&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1738991844534000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0YaHdKBJ9Saj--uHQdEFFg">https://balancedbizmama.com.au</a>