Podcast Episode

Quick Tip: Putting yourself FIRST!

The Business of Thinking Big··14 September 2026·15 min

About this episode

What if putting yourself first could actually make you a better mom, partner, and leader?In this quick tip episode of The Business of Thinking Big, Lianne Kim talks about why learning to prioritize your own needs is especially important during busy seasons of life. For many mom entrepreneurs, caring for children, partners, aging parents, and everyone else can make it feel natural to put yourself at the bottom of the list.Lianne shares practical ways to create more space, freedom, and support in your life, including having difficult conversations, building systems at home, and trusting your children to take on more responsibility. She also explains why asking for help isn't selfish and how empowering the people around you can help you become a better leader and parent.In this episode, you'll learn:Why putting yourself first can lead to more joy, success, and abundanceHow to have difficult conversations about what you needWhy creating systems can make it easier to prioritize yourselfHow to empower your children to take on more responsibilityWhy asking for help isn't selfishHow to create more balance in household responsibilitiesWhy being specific about your needs and requests mattersHow small changes can give you back valuable time and energyWhy prioritizing yourself can make you a better mom and leaderWhether you're a mom entrepreneur navigating a busy season, caring for children and aging parents, or simply feeling like everyone else's needs come before your own, this episode is a reminder that you deserve a place on your own priority list, too.Timestamps:‌ ‌00:00 – Why putting yourself first matters01:00 – Preparing for a busy season02:00 – The challenge of being part of the sandwich generation03:00 – Why putting yourself first can create more joy and success04:00 – Having difficult conversations with your partner05:00 – Asking for the support you need06:00 – Building systems into your daily life07:00 – Using a family calendar to create more flow08:00 – Trusting your kids to take on more responsibility09:00 – Creating systems so you can prioritize yourself10:00 – Empowering children through chores and allowances11:00 – Teaching kids that household responsibilities are shared12:00 – Asking for help with family responsibilities13:00 – Getting specific about what you need14:00 – Your action step: Ask for help with one thing—‌Connect with me:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liannekimcoach  Instagram: @liannekimcoachJoin the Mamas & Co. community to get access to valuable resources and the support of likeminded mompreneurs and mentors: https://www.mamasandco.com Instagram: @mamasandcoPodcasting support:https://theultimatecreative.com