In today’s episode, I’m talking about something I’ve witnessed far too many times — the scarcity mindset that shows up in mum-led business communities, and the competition-over-collaboration culture that quietly holds us all back.

From my very first baby business 15 years ago to the work I do now, I’ve seen how fear and insecurity can make women turn on each other — even when we’re the very ones who should be lifting each other up. I’ve been on the receiving end of that behaviour. I’ve also made the conscious decision to rise above it, and to build businesses that centre connection and abundance instead.

In this episode, I share:
✨ Real stories from my own journey — the times I was attacked, excluded, or treated as competition
✨ How scarcity mindset shows up in mum communities (and how to spot it in yourself)
✨ The real cost of operating from fear — to your peace, growth, reputation, and energy
✨ What an abundance mindset actually looks like in practice
✨ And how we can start changing the culture for mums in business

Because the world already underestimates mums in business, we don’t need to make it harder for each other. Every time we choose collaboration over competition, we make space for more opportunity — for ourselves and the next mum coming up behind us.

If this hits close to home, know this: you don’t have to shrink to make others comfortable. You don’t have to hide your success or apologise for doing well. There’s enough room, enough clients, enough success for all of us.

We rise higher when we rise together.

Links + Resources:
→ Come say hi on Instagram: @balancedbizmama
→ Join the Balanced Biz Mama Circle
→ Subscribe so you never miss an episode!

In today&rsquo;s episode, I&rsquo;m talking about something I&rsquo;ve witnessed far too many times &mdash; the scarcity mindset that shows up in mum-led business communities, and the competition-over-collaboration culture that quietly holds us all back.
From my very first baby business 15 years ago to the work I do now, I&rsquo;ve seen how fear and insecurity can make women turn on each other &mdash; even when we&rsquo;re the very ones who should be lifting each other up. I&rsquo;ve been on the receiving end of that behaviour. I&rsquo;ve also made the conscious decision to rise above it, and to build businesses that centre connection and abundance instead.
In this episode, I share: ✨ Real stories from my own journey &mdash; the times I was attacked, excluded, or treated as competition ✨ How scarcity mindset shows up in mum communities (and how to spot it in yourself) ✨ The real cost of operating from fear &mdash; to your peace, growth, reputation, and energy ✨ What an abundance mindset actually looks like in practice ✨ And how we can start changing the culture for mums in business
Because the world already underestimates mums in business, we don&rsquo;t need to make it harder for each other. Every time we choose collaboration over competition, we make space for more opportunity &mdash; for ourselves and the next mum coming up behind us.
If this hits close to home, know this: you don&rsquo;t have to shrink to make others comfortable. You don&rsquo;t have to hide your success or apologise for doing well. There&rsquo;s enough room, enough clients, enough success for all of us.
We rise higher when we rise together.
Links + Resources: &rarr; Come say hi on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/balancedbizmama">@balancedbizmama</a> &rarr; Join the <a href="https://balancedbizmama.com.au/bbm-circle">Balanced Biz Mama Circle</a> &rarr; Subscribe so you 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>

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