Mums the Boss: Where Ambitious Mums Find Balance, Support & Success
You love your family. You love your work. But some days, it feels like you’re being pulled in every direction, trying to juggle it all. Sound familiar?
What if you could build a business (or career) you love, without feeling overwhelmed? What if you could create a life that truly works for YOU—one that blends ambition with family time, productivity with self-care, and financial success with peace of mind?
Welcome to Mums the Boss—your home for practical tips, inspiration, and encouragement. My name’s Debbie, and I’m here to help, whether you need support, encouragement, training or practical help right now.
Ready to take control? Here’s what you’ll find inside:
✅ Expert courses & guides to help you grow your business or blog with confidence
✅ Time-saving tools & planners to streamline your day (without the stress)
✅ Done for You Products – Start reselling and make money immediately
✅ A shop full of empowering resources—some completely free, others premium, all designed to help you succeed
Start exploring now—because you deserve a life and business that light you up.
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Debbie O’Connor
FROM THE BLOG
3 Classic Mistakes Every Start-Up Business Makes (and How to Avoid Them Like a Boss Mum)
I first wrote this post back in 2014. Blogging was just the most recent of the self-employment options I had tried, and my virtual assistant business was still in its infancy (as were my children!) I really didn't expect to still be here more than 10 years later, but...
Why a One-Size-Fits-All Marketing Strategy Just Doesn’t Fit Anyone
If you follow many of the popular gurus onine, you will see that many of them have the perfect "one-sze-fits-all" marketing strategy that will suit you no matter what kind of business you run. But just stop for a moment and imagine this: your friend is running a vegan...
Small Business Time-Saving Tips for UK Mums in 2025
Estimated reading time: 10 minutes Table of contentsPolish Your Social Media BioCreate or Optimise Your Google Business ProfileAsk for Customer ReviewsRefresh Your Website Home PageOffer a Freebie to Grow Your Email ListRepurpose Your Existing ContentGet Strategic...
The Best-Kept Secrets to a Stress-Free Week
Let’s face it: between deadlines, errands, and the never-ending ping of notifications, finding moments of peace during the week can feel almost impossible. But what if you could build your schedule around simple, restorative habits that truly work? These best-kept...
Remember to Look after Yourself along with your Family
When we get on a plane, we are always told - "put on your own oxygen mask first before helping others". It's one of my favourite expressions This is true in real life as well as when flying - we cannot be as effective in carrying out our parenting responsibilities if...
Thinking About Leaving Your Job? How to Test Out a Home-Based Business This Summer
Have you ever found yourself staring at the school calendar, knowing the long summer holidays are approaching — and wondering how on earth you’re going to juggle it all? Do you dream of maybe starting a home-based business instead of your regular job? If you’re a mum...