MomBiz of the Month

1. How many children do you have and their ages?

2: 4 and 8 and one on the way!

2. What inspired you to begin your company?

Fashion has always been a passion of mine and when I began thinking about what type of company I wanted to start I realized there was void in the market for fashionable faith based clothing. After recognizing the missing niche in the market, I sought out to create a fashionable alternative that would promote positivity and allow today’s woman to make a bold statement about their spirituality.

When did you start your company?

My company was initially started in 2006 and after a restructuring the company was relaunched in 2009.

3. What are some of your biggest challenges being a momprenuer?

Time management, and initiative has been two of my major challenges. Caring for a family and working for yourself often causes blurred lines. Separating the two has been the hardest for me.

4. What is the biggest challenge you have faced as a Mom?

I think the biggest challenge for me as a mom has been not knowing what lies ahead in raising my children. I am one that really likes to know what is coming next and we all know with children that is impossible. I have slowly learned to relax and go with the flow!

5. How do you balance work/parenting/and maintaining a healthy relationship with your spouse?

I am constantly working at balancing my duties. I often utilize a time schedule that allows me to spend quality time with my family and work.

6. Do you have a support team? (supportive spouse, parents etc.)

I have an awesome support team. I am surrounded by other mompreneurs who offer a great amount of encouragement and silent motivation. It is a friendly competition when I see one really handling their business, it sets off a fire in me to continue what I am doing. In addition my husband is totally supportive of my efforts and offers help wherever he can.

7. What advice do you have for other mompreneurs?

Find something that you are passionate about, and no matter what it looks like keep at it. Surround yourself with supportive people and utilize your resources.

8. What advice would you give to a new mom?

Sleep when the baby sleeps!! Other than that I would say to completely do what works for you and your family. There isn’t a one size fits all solution.

9. How do you balance your work day? Or does your work day spill over into Family time?

I am fortunate enough to spend my days at home while my son is at school. I use the time that he is at school to work so that once they come home I am able to devote my undivided attention to them and their needs. Now, when the new baby arrives in May, I am thinking I will have to fit in work where I can!

10.How do you stay encouraged?

Pray. I get unfocused, and discouraged from time to time but I always take those things to God in prayer and force myself to keep moving. I also have a great circle of friends that keep me on my toes.

11. What is your favorite activity when you find “Me” time?

I love to read, and spend time with the girls when our schedules allow for brunch or a day at the spa.

12. Contact Info (general public)

mimi@divinitee.com

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