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Diary of an Ambitious Mom

Diary of an Ambitious Mom

By: Meg Jones
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Whether you’re listening during nap time, school drop-off, or your morning walk, Diary of an Ambitious Mom is your reminder that you’re not alone — you’re on a journey to walking confidently in your calling. Each episode is designed to help faith-filled, purpose-driven moms grow in business, motherhood, and mindset while creating a life that truly aligns with who they were called to be.

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Episodes
  • A letter to the mom who did her best this year
    Dec 25 2025

    This episode is a gentle pause in the middle of a loud, demanding season. It’s a reminder for the mom who’s tired, carrying a lot, and wondering if what she gave this year was really enough.

    In this episode…
    I’m speaking straight to your heart during the final stretch of the year and the Christmas season. This episode is meant to feel like a letter — one you can listen to while folding laundry, sitting in the car line, or hiding in the pantry for a quiet moment — reminding you that God sees you, your effort matters, and your best truly was enough.

    In this episode, we talk about:

    • The unseen emotional labor moms carry, especially during the holidays
    • Letting go of the pressure to make everything perfect
    • Releasing guilt over what didn’t get done or didn’t look the way you planned
    • How God sees your effort, even in the messy, unfinished places
    • Why your limits don’t disqualify you — they glorify God
    • Finding peace, joy, and confidence as you reflect on the year
    • A simple candle-and-breath practice to help you reset your heart
    • The reminder that Jesus came into the mess — and still comes close to you now

    This episode is for you if…

    • You’re ending the year exhausted and emotionally full
    • The holidays feel heavier than magical this year
    • You keep replaying moments where you think you should have done better
    • You’re carrying both motherhood and ambition and feeling stretched thin
    • You need reassurance that your best really was enough

    Take a deep breath, friend. You made it here. And that matters.

    Inside The Brand Lab, we help women grow their businesses with strategy and encouragement so they never feel alone in the process. It is more than marketing. It is a community for ambitious moms who want to build with confidence, clarity, and faith.

    Learn more at: https://www.radiantsocialco.com/brand-lab

    Or connect with me personally.

    DM me the word "DIARYPOD" on Instagram at @justmegjones and I will chat with you personally and offer an exclusive discount for podcast listeners.

    If this episode encouraged you, it would mean so much if you hit follow/subscribe, leave a quick review, or share it with another ambitious mom who’s building big things in the middle of real life. 💛

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    8 mins
  • You Set The Tone, Mama
    Dec 18 2025

    As moms, we carry a quiet kind of influence that shapes the atmosphere of our homes more than we realize. In today’s episode, we’re talking about what it means to move from matching the energy in the room to setting it with intention, faith, and peace.

    In this episode…
    We dig into the emotional and spiritual tone you bring into your home, why it matters, and simple ways to shift the atmosphere even on your busiest, messiest days.

    In this episode, we talk about:

    • Thermostat vs. Thermometer Energy — why you weren’t meant to mirror the chaos, but to lovingly lead the atmosphere of your home.
    • Small sensory resets — using things like candles, worship music, and scent to ground the room instantly.
    • Bringing your own energy — choosing slowness, intention, and joy even when everything around you feels hurried.
    • The power of the 10-second hug — how physical connection resets your nervous system and your child’s.
    • Speaking gratitude out loud — using your words to anchor your home in truth instead of overwhelm.
    • Building grounding rhythms — simple anchors and predictable touchpoints that make your home feel calmer.
    • Navigating the Christmas season — lowering the bar on perfection, raising the bar on presence, practicing holy slowness, and letting joy be beautifully messy.

    This episode is for you if…

    • You feel like you’re carrying the emotional weight of your home
    • You crave a slower, more peaceful rhythm for yourself and your kids
    • You want your presence to feel steady and grounded, not rushed or scattered
    • You’re overwhelmed by the pressure of the holiday season
    • You want motherhood and ambition to coexist without burnout

    Inside The Brand Lab, we help women grow their businesses with strategy and encouragement so they never feel alone in the process. It is more than marketing. It is a community for ambitious moms who want to build with confidence, clarity, and faith.

    Learn more at: https://www.radiantsocialco.com/brand-lab

    Or connect with me personally.

    DM me the word "DIARYPOD" on Instagram at @justmegjones and I will chat with you personally and offer an exclusive discount for podcast listeners.

    If this episode encouraged you, it would mean so much if you hit follow/subscribe, leave a quick review, or share it with another ambitious mom who’s building big things in the middle of real life. 💛

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    16 mins
  • Quick Content Tips for Business Owners Who Don’t Want to Spend Every Waking Moment on Social Media
    Dec 11 2025

    You want to grow your brand, show up consistently, and actually use social media to build your business…
    but you refuse to spend every spare second glued to your phone. Same.

    In this episode, I’m sharing quick, practical content tips for the ambitious mom who wants to build something meaningful and be present for real life. You’ll learn how to simplify your strategy, repurpose what you already have, and create content in the actual pockets of time you have as a mom—without burning out or abandoning your business.

    This one’s part pep talk, part strategy session, and 100% permission to stop doing content the hard way.

    In this episode, we talk about:

    • Repurposing without shame
      Why repeating yourself is smart strategy, not laziness—and how repurposing actually strengthens your brand message.
    • Creating in micro-moments
      How to use school pickup lines, nap time, and Netflix-with-the-kids to jot hooks, film B-roll, and capture simple content that adds up over time.
    • Rotating simple content themes
      A 5–7 theme structure so you’re never staring at a blinking cursor wondering, “What do I post today?”
    • Batching the easy stuff first
      How to build creative momentum by starting with low-lift tasks like hooks, B-roll, or screenshots—based on your personality.
    • Letting your real life lead your content
      Using everyday moments—bedtime meltdowns, walks, faith reflections, simple routines—as powerful, relatable brand content.
    • Setting healthy social media boundaries
      A simple rhythm for planning, creating, and engaging so your business can grow without you being available 24/7.

    This episode is for you if…

    • You feel like social media is “one more thing” on an already full plate
    • You want your content to feel real and sustainable, not staged and exhausting
    • You’re craving a peace-protecting, faith-centered way to grow your personal brand
    • You want to be consistent online without sacrificing your family or your sanity

    Inside The Brand Lab, we help women grow their businesses with strategy and encouragement so they never feel alone in the process. It is more than marketing. It is a community for ambitious moms who want to build with confidence, clarity, and faith.

    Learn more at: https://www.radiantsocialco.com/brand-lab

    Or connect with me personally.

    DM me the word "DIARYPOD" on Instagram at @justmegjones and I will chat with you personally and offer an exclusive discount for podcast listeners.

    If this episode encouraged you, it would mean so much if you hit follow/subscribe, leave a quick review, or share it with another ambitious mom who’s building big things in the middle of real life. 💛

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    8 mins
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