The Avenue Mama Podcast

Lunar New Year 2025 Jan 29, 2025

It's giving HAPPY NEW YEAR! Today's episode is MY WISH for you on this beautiful day. And, if you are tuning in on a different day, my wish is for you to pretend it's Lunar New Year tomorrow and have a day where you are super intentional and live the following year as if it's all that your heart desires! Thanks for tuning in!

Reset your Mindset, reset your life Jan 23, 2025

This quick episode is where I share 10 mindset shifts I have recently discovered and now part of my toolbox.

What toolbox? This is a list of reminders that I look over when I need to reset.

When you are feeling out of sorts and overwhelmed, it's a great time to do some inner work. I created this free ebook for you to print out and reflect on. Grab it here.

Also, I created a new intro since I just renamed the show in Jan. 2025, let me know your thoughts and the new music!

Make sure you take a screenshot and tag me on Instagram with your favorite take away!

How Diana Gleason started her business from a place of anger to crossing $500K in 2024 Jan 16, 2025

You can find Diana Gleason's website here!

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Download her "Richgirl Money Mindset" workbook for free!

Remembering Tom Jan 08, 2025

It is with honor and gratitude that I am sharing the life of a dear friend of mine, Tom Reid who left us earthside on January 5, 2025.

I am still in Florida at Tom's house and reminding you to spend time with the people you love, go see the people you love, continue adventures with the people you. Tom, at age 77, was never a fly on the wall during his life. After such an accomplished career in the medical field as a professor of Respiratory Therapy and a clinical Respiratory Therapist, he love the sea and adventures. We met at sea as we all embarked on a 104 day journey on s hip with Semester at Sea. His love of cooking and hosting and traveling was just a small part of his life. He was getting into baking bread at home and I love that so much about him.

Here is Tom Reid's memorial website

and the link to donate to Alaqua Animal Refuge in Freeport, Florida.

January 1 - Love Letter Jan 01, 2025

Hello Friend -- my intention is to drop a podcast every Wednesday and drumroll...the podcast will be named the Annie Vovan Show!

I made that decision that my conversations are reaching beyond mothers and I am so excited that I don't even have a new intro song yet but I'll share this episode because WHY wait for perfection.

Please download your free mindset workbook!!

Tag me on instagram at Annie Vovan to let me know this episode was helpful !

You can only control your own outcome Nov 11, 2024

I want to share a time when I felt completely disempowered with the rise of Anti Asian hate back in 2021. I felt so paralyzed that it cost me my business. Today, I want to prevent any mission based and heart centered business to not let the results of the election make them feel the way that I did.

I believe in the power of the word "AND." We can feel terrible about this post election period AND we can choose to promote our business when you have the bandwidth to do so.

This is for the business owner that needs to be reminded of your power. You started your business so that you can help people, I know this is you.

Join me inside 3 different office hours this week (free) so that I can support you on social media. Social media is where your customers are, if if you decide to go silent, that is your own choice of course! However, if you are wanting to continue to be the business owner that knows when women in business make money, that's how we will have the financial resources to effect change.

Register in advance for this meeting:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYodeCorTIsH9Au8dtIdqDOfGMB-oedMT9r

Tuesday Nov 12th 9am pst

Wed Nov 13th 9am pst

Thurs Nov 14th 9am pst

If you don't need help with social media and you want to be in community, you are MORE than invited to be together.

The Dream is alive Jul 21, 2024

If you haven't found a place where you are seen, valued and heard as a mama with HUGE dreams, than the Avenue Mama membership is for you. Even the most powerful entrepreneurs are doing life alone and this stops now.

The promotion has ended and you can still join https://www.annievovan.com/what-i-offer/members

Your Delulu Era Jun 30, 2024

It's time for you to step into your "delulu" era. The time in your life where you claim your business ideas and take ACTION.

Here's the interview with Gary Vaynerchuk

Here's where you watch my free Masterclass on "Your Delulu Era"

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Season 3 Episode 1 - Are you self-sabotaging your year? Try this exercise. Feb 13, 2023

It's been far too long, so I thank you for being here. I look forward to a weekly show that gives you tools + tips on how to take action to what matters the most to you as a mom and business owner. It's a messy role, but one that I know you and I love dearly.

In today's episode, I share an exercise you can do to highlight what's NOT working in your life/business for you to take action on. I also want you to know that it is OK to not feel like you are successful BUT to remember that success is only defined by YOU and no one else. You already have everything you need, and comparing yourself to someone on the internet must stop :)

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The Avenue of being #VeryAsian Mar 05, 2022

We are so lucky to have Michelle Li, Founder of The Very Asian Foundation, multi-skilled journalist (over 20 years of experience no less) and anchor at 5 On Your Side in St. Louis, Missouri on the show. After a 25 segment segment on January 1, 2022 over the foods that Americans ate for New Years, she was met with a disgruntled and racist caller who left her a voicemail complaining to the show about Michelle.

I talked to Michelle, along with. live audience, on the importance of using our voices and our platforms. We talked about the further work we, as AAPI community have to do.

My favorite part of the episode is having Michelle sit in my "hot seat" for an exercise on what she wants her life to look like in 5 years now that she is starting a non profit to help amplify diverse AAPI voices through education, storytelling, and community connection by raising money for organizations.

You can learn more about The Very Asian Foundation here on their website to donate, or on Instagram

You can follow Michelle on Instagram and Twitter too

Thank you to our guests that jumped into asking Michelle questions -- you can also learn more and support on how they are using their voices

Jane Park Ang - uses her Tiktok platform of 3.5 Million and does not shy away from discussing Stop Asian Hate

Megan Park of Stripes and Olives - offers handmade clothing and dolls celebrating Korean Heritage

Sari from Creative Cravings currently using their platform to provide resources for Ukraine

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The Avenue Mama Podcast - Annie Vovan on The Strong Sunflower Podcast Jan 12, 2022

I had such a fun time on the Strong Sunflower Podcast with co-host Zana Carbahal and Gisselle Herrera!

They are on a mission to inspire you with stories of growth for people who are in the process of "blooming" in their field. I worked with Zana as she was a coaching client inside the Mastermind I co-lead last year with Shannan Hale. I'd love to know your thoughts and any takeaways!

Enjoy!

The Avenue of 2022 - Looking Inward Jan 04, 2022

This episode focuses on how we can look at 2022 in a way that is NOT only about vision boards, New Years Resolutions and The Law of Attraction!

I'm mini workshopping ideas on how you can honor your goals with a new perspective. Instead of a laundry list of goals, another option is you can simply have a THEME for 2022. I added a clip from Lewis Howe's School of Greatness Podcast with Mel Robbins that was profound to share with you.

We have a lot of exciting things happening with Avenue Mama this year, but I found myself sharing the heartbreaking story of why I even started this community. My nanny's death anniversary is coming up on Jan 6 and will be 5 years since she has been gone and if you are new to Avenue Mama, she is 100% my motivation behind reminding all moms to not "wait" on her dreams and let go of mom guilt. Your goals and your dreams, matter too.

I'd love to connect with you on

Instagram @annievovan (my personal) @avenuemama

TikTok @annievovan_ (the account with the underscore because I have mom brain and can't get back into my OG account)

And come here to look at what coaching programs/workshops/events are coming up!

Take care,

Annie

The Avenue of Happiness: Gary Vaynerchuk interview - "The State of the Union of Mompreneurs" Dec 11, 2021

Friends! This episode got lost when I changed podcast platforms so I am airing the YouTube version for the first time and making sure you listen/watch this interview.

This was recorded in 2019, pre-pandemic, pre-election, and before the world shut down. I still can't believe it to watch this podcast interview. back when I sat with Gary Vaynerchuk without a mask on... in a room in Culver City at Vayner Media and I am so grateful for that opportunity-- truly the highlight of my 15+ year entrepreneurial journey.

I create www.avenuemama.com/gary where I will continue to compile his content as it pertains to us mamas in business. One thing he talks A LOT about? Tiktok, so details on how you can learn Tiktok is on that page.

If you enjoy this episode, please take a screenshot and tag @avenuemama and @garyvee and let us know your favorite part and what you are taking away from this.

Cheers to you mama!

Annie

The Avenue of Business: Amy Porterfield on Creating an Online Course with What People Want Sep 04, 2021

It is easy to feel intimidated in the online space but Amy breaks down what she would do if she had no community or audience. We also talked about what is on the horizon for Amy in 5 years and if you haven’t heard the direction that her team and Digital Course Academy is going, you’ll want to tune in.

I had Amy Porterfield on my vision board in 2018 before the podcast even launched, and I am proof that you can manifest people into your orbit.

I hope you enjoy this episode!

For all things Amy Porterfield and how you can get to know her even more, head to www.avenuemama.com/amy and be sure to check the page for all her free offers to help you get clear. And if creating an online course is for you and your ready to make it happen, be sure to be on my email list so that you won’t miss the bonuses that I have as an affiliated for Digital Course Academy.

In this episode a buried an ‘easter egg’ phase that when you find it and do what I ask, I’ll be sending you something really special.

The Avenue of Mindset - LIGHT - One Day Soulful Retreat in Texas Cohosts Shannan Hale and Annie Vovan- Recap Jul 06, 2021

After less than 72 hours in Texas, I came home with a full heart after co-hosting "LIGHT- One day Soulful Retreat" and the addiction to saying, "y'all." This episode is a recap of the retreat and where the imperfections were, and what happens when women rally around each other without fear or judgment.

A huge thank you goes out to Shannan Hale who had the vision to create this event and inviting over 50 women to her brand new home (of just 3 weeks) and inviting me on board.

This is magic when like minded women gather and hold space for discomfort, growth and healing.

I can't wait for the next retreat! Sign up here to be notified when we do it again!

The Avenue of Tiktok with Rachel Pedersen May 28, 2021

The Queen of Social Media” - Founder & CEO of award-winning social media marketing agency The Viral Touch, Founder & CEO of Social Media United, Rachel Pedersen in on the show today talking about leveraging Tiktok as a busy mom.

Rachel is a top social media marketer and consultant, worldwide viral sensation, leading authority on story-telling through social media and Facebook ads.

Rachel’s journey began in 2016 while working in her 9-5 (actually, it was an 8-5) day job. Within 6 months she replaced her income and built a clientele that she loved working with.

Rachel Pedersen is also a mother to 3 beautiful children and wife to her supportive husband!

www.Instagram.com/Avenuemama.com

Business/Mindset Coaching with Annie www.avenuemama.com

The Avenue of Business: Getting Clear on Your Business Dream Apr 12, 2021

In this episode, I'm sharing some ways to decrease overwhelm when starting a business by sharing how you can choose to focus on ONE dream idea to get started.

The Avenue of Mindset Dec 10, 2020

Do you have 10 minutes? Nvm, MAKE 10 MINUTES + grab a journal and pen and sit in hour car, in the bathroom, or wherever to answer some very important questions before we end 2020!!

The Avenue of Marketing: How to Revive Your Small Business During a Global Pandemic Aug 29, 2020

Between starting school and juggling 1,000 plates in the air, moms with businesses are likely burnt out and overwhelmed. You've worked so hard to get to this point, so make the smallest adjustments and review what has worked for you in the past and rinse and repeat. In this episode, you'll be reminded of how to create exceptional experiences for your clients too! Enjoy!

The Avenue of Mompreneurship: Money and Shame Aug 19, 2020

In this episode, I interview Jamie Trull of Balance CFO.

Jamie Trull is a Corporate CPA turned Financial Literacy Coach and Profit Strategist. She is passionate about using online courses to teach female business owners how to understand and truly take control of their business finances so that they can pay themselves MORE! She has grown her Facebook community, Financial Literacy for Women Business Owners to over 28,000 engaged community members in less than a year by providing free valuable content about business finance management to her audience. We talk about shame for women in business and how to get past it. I also put Jamie in the "hot seat" to encourage her to create a mini course even though she was resistant to it, it is a fun conversation that you can identify with for sure!

The Avenue of Mindset : A Parenting Masterclass during our Quarantine Apr 17, 2020

In this episode, I interview Jennifer Waldburger, MSW on we how to help your child AND yourself to self-regulate and how to connect with them during these unprecedented times.

A message during our Quarantine...Breatheeeeeee Mar 16, 2020

Dear Mama,

At this heightened time where emotions are everywhere, I have a short 5 minute episode to share with you to encourage you to take care of yourself. Your mind and you matter. You don't have to be everything to everyone. As cliche as it sounds, it is now the most important time to put on that oxygen mask.
Take care! Join us nightly for live online connection events with our community. Information will be released on our newsletter www.avenuemama.com . Take good care !!

The Avenue of TikTok - Start before you are ready Feb 21, 2020

Start before you are ready. Start messy. Stary anyway!

The Avenue of Mindset - Friday Business Snack Jan 31, 2020

In this episode, I share how to reframe the perceived failures in your mind that you go to when things don't work out as you expected. It is easy to celebrate success, however success is not the true educator in the game of business. Failure is. So how can we look at perceived failures as opportunities to keep learning something you have yet to master? Tune in!

The Avenue of Mindset:Losing Kobe Bryan Jan 27, 2020

We are mourning the loss of Kobe and Gianna Bryant and today and this episode goes beyond the reminder of hugging our kids tight. It will challenge you to live your days with intention.

The Avenue of Motherhood: You Need Your Mama Ride or Die Jan 17, 2020

Today, we talk about how to find that ONE mom friend and why you MUST have a mama in your neighborhood to go through this season of your life with. It is not too late!

The Avenue of Joy! Dec 14, 2019

In today's interview with Joy Cho of Oh Joy! we discuss her ways of parenting and her ways of being the designer of her life and her time. She talks about raising 2 Asian American daughters and creating a team environment that has allowed her business to thrive for 13 years!

The Avenue of Money Mindset : 2 case studies Nov 28, 2019

In this episode, I share 2 case studies on how we can look at situations regarding compensation. 1) Do you love the current offer you are making to your clients? 2) Do you feel scared to tell people you have something to sell? 3) Do you feel odd accepting referral pay? I address ways to look at this to empower you! Join Avenue Mama here https://avenuemama.us17.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=0c02358e5c850722baa11331a&id=1d7c0aec3a

The Avenue of Mindset: A 15 minute Powered Up Mama Mindset Message! Nov 22, 2019

In this episode, I riff to inspire, motivate and get you off your butt to live the most fulfilling life!! Share it with your homegirls and share with the your mom tribe. Visit this episode when you need that boost! Avenue Mama is a guilt free community for mompreneurs looking to create in the world with their business without guilt. Creating financial freedom for her family and leaving her legacy is what we are all about! Join us on instagram!

The Avenue of Motherhood and Mindset with Heid Stevens Nov 21, 2019

An interview with Heidi Stevens -The Founder of The Feminine Collective and The Soul of Business Podcast *Motherhood *Parenting differently than your parents *Traumatic birth *Your child's spiritual journey Heid has an intro offer to join the next TFC live experience for $45 https://thefemininecollective.co/45/ Join AVENUE MAMA to join our virtual and in life events www.avenuemama.com

The Avenue of Entrepreneurship: Jasmine Star and Why No One's Opinion Matters But Your Own Oct 17, 2019

In this episode with Jasmine Star, we discuss her beliefs in what makes one entrepreneur successful from the other. It isn't what you think.

We rewind and review the iterations of her business and how she continues to teach entrepreneurs to build their dream life and dream business.

You may have heard Jasmine speak on stage, or binged on one of her many online courses, but in today's interview you'll here:

1) Her current feeling of her own podcast, she just launched a week ago

2) Her feelings of being a mama waiting in the wings of her soon to be adopted child

3) Her father's plight where she got the gene to always over deliver

If you don't know Jasmine, you will quickly become fan and student of hers without a doubt. Check out her program, Social Curator to work closely with her!

And if you are mompreneur, I would love to invite you to join the Avenue Mama on Fire Tribe, where we work together WEEKLY and in real life MONTHLY. As mamas, it is easy to get distracted, and easy to put our big juicy dreams on the back burner. Look no further, this community is for you for the confidence and clarity to grow your business so that you can work and have a flexible family schedule.

The Avenue of Mindset: A message for the overwhelmed mom that is drowning Sep 30, 2019

In this podcast episode, I share why asking for help does not make you a bad mom. There is no tombstone that will read "here lies Jane. Jane did all the laundry , planned all the meals, cleaned the house all the time, and took care of all all the meals and that's what made her a good mom."

The Avenue of Mindset: Carly Anderson of Lipgloss and Crayons talking about the #JustWearTheSuit Movement Sep 17, 2019

In this podcast, I sit down with Carly Anderson during her first "Just Wear The Suit" weekend in Temecula California. Carly Anderson is the founder of Lipgloss and Crayons and #justwearthesuit. This former Los Angeles inner city elementary school teacher is married to a professional musician, and recently moved to San Diego from Los Angeles .

Carly believes that hard work pays off, that community is more important that competition, and that women are stronger together. She knows that society tells us that there is one form of beauty, wants to tell her daughter (and yours) that that isn’t the truth. She leads by example, and sets her own insecurities aside to be a role model to the future world leader living in her house. Carly’s community has been feature in People Magazine, on Shape.com and won the Instagram of the Year award at the Mom 2.0 Iris Awards in 2019.

We just wrapped up her photoshoot with other women in her community because she and I had this giveaway to celebrate this movement! Hundreds of women entered and they decided it was time to rock their bathing suit AND have it documented.

In this episode, we also cover:

Mental Health

The business of an influencer

Being from a divorced family and how that effected her dating life

Her parenting philosophies

and course, how Just Wear The Suit caught the attention of Instagram, People Magazine and Shape.com.

For info on the next Just Wear The Shoot event, go to www.avenuemama.com/justwearthesuit !

The Avenue of Mindset: How She Became Danika Brysha Jul 27, 2019

this episode, I interviewed Danika Brysha. Danika Brysha is an IMG Curve Model, the founder and CEO of Model Meals, a Whole30 meal delivery business, a self-care coach, and the creator of The Brunch Series wellness events and 2018 US tour. Danika’s mission in life is to help others to live their fullest possible lives. She speaks openly about her recovery from food addiction and disordered eating, and teaches workshops centered around using self-care daily to create the life of your wildest dreams.

The Avenue of Mindset: Aren't you tired of being overwhelmed? Jul 19, 2019

In today's episode, I'll share what you can do to step out of overwhelm and offer you the mindset exercise that is a must in order for you to create the impact you want. Don't skip the part where I give you time to think about your possibilities, mama!

The Avenue of Motherhood: How to protect your children from predators and harm Jul 10, 2019

In this episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing Pattie Fitzgerald of Safely Ever After. You will learn her tips on: *Thumbs up and thumbs down rules and how to teach your kids who is allowed to touch your body *Checklist for playdates and sleep overs or sleep “unders” *What to tell your child when they are separated from you in public *Her favorite resources for parents and children *Answers to the questions our community sent in I hope you listen and share this episode. It is not easy to learn abo

The Avenue of Motherhood: Mama is a Piece of the TIME Pie Jun 06, 2019

Last night at my Mommy & Me group monthly meeting (going strong for 5+ years with the same group of mamas, gah!) , our therapist/instructor said "We have to be intentional about THRIVING in these years of Motherhood and not just SURVIVING." This goes along with making an effort to be intentional that your energy and your time and your needs, are part of making the decisions when you have young kids. We aren't bad moms for spending time on our needs and saying "No" because that is what is the best fit for

The Avenue of Mindset: Your Achievements are Secondary to This May 30, 2019

During this episode, I share with you how to look at your goals as more than an arrival. It is truly the emotion that you are going after, moreso than the goal itself. Are you intrigued by this? Take a listen and see how you don't have to wait to access what you want, immediately. I would for you to join the conversation on Instagram and I'd be so grateful for a review on iTunes so we can reach more mamas who would get value out of these episodes. Free resources: www.avenuemama.com/toolkit And to work

The Avenue of Mindset: The Morning Mindset Routine that is GOLD May 22, 2019

There are a ton of different ways to start your morning, am I right? These are the steps to share with you in which I take, to decrease overwhelm, increase productivity for the day, and to be less likely to hit rock bottom by 5pm!

The Avenue of Mompreneurship: The Basic Website Audit that Increased My Sales By 30% for You To Try May 01, 2019

In this episode, I share 3 ways to look at your website to make sure you are speaking in a way, that even a caveman could understand what you are offering. I've been an entrepreneur for 14 yrs, with the last 4 as a "mompreneur." Being so busy as mamas, these tips can help you save time and let you get more of the right clients to you. There's a marketing phrase that I want you to consider..."When we speak to everyone, we speak to no one." Rate and review this episode so I know if these quick episodes are

The Avenue of Mindset: No More Waking Up Grumpy, Implement This! Apr 24, 2019

If you already start the majority of your days overwhelmed, overtired and in a bad mood -then you should consider this practice to start your day. It takes 21 days to change a habit, so I invite you to do this practice 21 days in a row, and see your life transform, mama.

The Avenue of Motherhood: Actually, You Do Have Enough Time in the Day Apr 24, 2019

This short episode will guide you through 2 scenarios for you to look at how you spend your time and what is NOT working for you. You'll learn 2 mindset hacks so you can focus on your priorities, with YOU being one of them, mama!

The boy and the ship Apr 19, 2019

Welcome! In this first episode, I share a story and a lesson I learned BEFORE motherhood. This is my go-to mindset hack that I use when I can't make a decision for myself. Enjoy!

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