111. Real Talk with Holly Stein: Scaling Mama Meals to 7-Figures in ONE Year

INHABIT with Alessia Citro

The first draft of the Higher Self Habits book manuscript is done, and I’m finally back! This is such an awesome episode to return with, and I know you are going to LOVE this conversation with my good friend, Holly Stein. Holly is co-founder of Mama Meals, a postpartum food delivery service that scaled to 7 figures in revenue in ONE YEAR! In this episode, we cover a lot of ground: how she scaled the business so quickly, the habits and systems she implemented to expand her capacity and slash decision fatigue, the real road to her overnight success, and more.

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TIMESTAMPS:

• Introduction of Guest Holly Stein: [01:20] Alessia welcomes Holly and discusses the show's rebranding and their friendship.

• Background Stories: [02:11] The hosts share their experiences in network marketing and the transitions they made in their careers.

• Embracing Imperfection: [02:52] Holly talks about the importance of starting projects before feeling fully ready and the concept of "Done is better than perfect."

• Holly's Business Journey: [03:56] Holly shares her entrepreneurial journey, including her dog clothing venture and experiences in network marketing.

• The Birth of Mama Meals: [06:53] Holly explains how her postpartum experience inspired her to create Mama Meals, which is inspired by traditional Chinese medicine.

• Business Growth and Mindset: [10:35] Discussion on the rapid growth of Mama Meals and the significance of mindset in achieving business success.

• Balancing Business and Personal Life: [12:53] The conversation shifts to managing business growth alongside personal responsibilities and family life.

• Future Aspirations and Impact: [15:28] Alessia and Holly discuss their future goals, the journey of starting from scratch, and the impact they aim to have through their work.

• Habits for Scaling Business: [17:38] Holly shares the habits and organizational strategies that have helped her business scale.

• Maintaining Relationship and Household Harmony: [20:18] Insights into how Holly and her husband manage their household and maintain their relationship while running a business.

• Embracing New Challenges and Growth: [22:40] Discussion on welcoming new levels of growth and abundance and the inner work involved.

• The Power of Being a Beginner: [25:02] Emphasizing the importance of starting from the beginning and being comfortable in that space.

• Conclusion and Final Thoughts: [27:58] Final remarks on the importance of continuous learning and growth in both personal and professional life.

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LESSONS WE DISCUSS:

1. Startup perseverance: Embracing Failure. How failures lead to entrepreneurial success.

2. Postpartum wellness: Nourishing new mothers. Holly's journey to holistic postpartum care and the birth of Mama Meals.

3. Efficient scaling: SOP and Growth. Implementing Standard Operating Procedures for household tasks for increased efficiency.

4. Mindset shift: Money Mindset Mastery. The impact of a 30-day money mindset course on sales growth and business success.

5. Personal growth: Embracing Discomfort. Lessons on embracing uncomfortable tasks and growth in entrepreneurship and personal development.

TRANSCRIPT

KEYWORDS:

Postpartum anxiety, Digestive issues, Traditional Chinese medicine, Business growth, Decision fatigue, Meal planning, Phone usage, Non-negotiable habits, Sleep, Eating the frog, Task prioritization, Time tracking, Consistency, Household tasks, Standard Operating Procedure, Communication, Perseverance, Holistic Health, Wellness, Scalability, Business ventures