How to Stop Overworking and Build a Business That Fits Your Life with Kelsea Koenreich
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Building a successful business while raising a family isn’t just about strategy—it’s about capacity, mindset, and sustainability.
In this episode of Silly Little Social, I sit down with Kelsea Koenreich, a business advisor for mom entrepreneurs, to talk about how to create success without sacrificing yourself or your family.
From overcoming addiction and multiple arrests to becoming an author, speaker, and business strategist, Kelsea’s story is a powerful reminder that transformation is possible—and that you don’t have to put yourself last in the pursuit of impact.
Inside This Episode, We Discuss:
• Kelsea’s personal journey from rock bottom to business success
• How motherhood shifts identity—and why so many moms struggle to find their voice
• The biggest mistake women make when trying to balance business and family
• How to define your message and stop second-guessing your brand
• Why social media strategy comes second to clarity and confidence
• How tunnel vision can help you avoid burnout and imposter syndrome
• Why nobody really knows what they’re doing—and how to embrace the unknown
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by business, motherhood, or social media, this conversation will give you the permission and practical steps to build a business on your own terms.
About Kelsea Koenreich
Born in Texas and now living in Florida, Kelsea Koenreich has been an entrepreneur since 2012 and has dedicated her life to creating massive impact.
From nightly binge-drinking and three arrests to becoming an author, speaker, entrepreneur, wife, and mom of three, Kelsea’s story is proof that transformation is possible for anyone willing to do the work.
After years of living without intention, she went on a mission to find her purpose and build a business that supported her life—not consumed it.
Today, Kelsea helps mom entrepreneurs stop putting themselves last by creating businesses that are both profitable and sustainable. She teaches women how to overcome obstacles, grow as leaders, and build businesses without burnout.
Through private coaching, CEO intensives, and VIP days, she helps ambitious women craft business strategies that align with their values while allowing them to be present for the people they love.
Lessons for Entrepreneurs & Mom Founders
1. If you feel lost in motherhood, you’re not alone.
Motherhood completely shifts identity, and it’s okay if you don’t know who you are anymore. The key is rebuilding a version of yourself that includes—not erases—your personal goals and ambitions.
2. Your business strategy should support your life—not take over it.
Success isn’t about doing more—it’s about doing the right things in the right way. Kelsea helps her clients build business models that align with their personal capacity so they don’t end up overwhelmed, overworked, and disconnected.
3. Stop comparing yourself to other people in your industry.
Social media makes it easy to doubt yourself when you’re constantly consuming content from others in your space. Instead of looking at what everyone else is doing, put on blinders and focus on your own mission.
4. You don’t need to be an expert in content strategy—just in your message.
The biggest mistake entrepreneurs make is focusing on social media before they have clarity on their brand and messaging. Content should be an extension of your mission—not something you overthink and stress over.
5. Experiment, fail, and keep going.
Nobody has it all figured out. The most successful businesses are built by people who are willing to try, fail, and adjust.
Final Thoughts
If you’ve ever felt pulled in a million directions between business, motherhood, and personal growth, Kelsea’s insights will help you reclaim your time, redefine your goals, and build something sustainable.
Success isn’t about working harder—it’s about working smarter, and this episode will show you exactly how to do that.
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