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Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
184 - The Confident Teen Blueprint - with Karlene Savage
Mom of 7. Masters in Conflict Resolution and Negotiations. MSNBC-featured Certified Hostage Negotiator. Author of The Confident Teen Blueprint. We just found the female Chuck Norris! Join Elaine and Karlene as we learn to "explain before you expect", resolve conflicts, and be a learning parent. Learn how to develop your parenting philosophy before someone else does for you. Connect with Karlene: Website: https://www.karleensavage.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karleensavage/ Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: @elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://w...
2025-05-07
59 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
Screen Time And Children - How To Limit It, Make It Better, and Enhance Communication In Your Family
Elaine and her husband Ron discuss the merits of screen time for children and its effect on communication. They also provide tips for limiting screen time, and resources for "good" screen time. Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: @elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a free chapter from Elaine's book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable.com/book/ Episode Sponsor: Episode Sponsor: UPS, visit https://www.ups.com/ca/en/business-solutions/grow-your-business.page to sav...
2024-09-22
11 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
How to Write and Publish Your Book, with Ann Douglas (Part 2)
Ann Douglas is back by popular demand! We first met her in Episode 90, where she talked about "parenting through the storm". Coincidentally, that is the title of one the more than 25 books Ann has authored! This time Ann is here to help guide us through the process of writing and publishing our own book! This interview was so juicy we had to split it into 2 parts! Where to find Ann: www.anndouglas.net Ann's book Parenting Through the Storm on Amazon... Ann's book Happy Parents, Happy Kids on Amazon...
2024-07-29
20 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
How to Write and Publish Your Book, with Ann Douglas (Part 1)
Ann Douglas is back by popular demand! We first met her in Episode 90, where she talked about "parenting through the storm". Coincidentally, that is the title of one the more than 25 books Ann has authored! This time Ann is here to help guide us through the process of writing and publishing our own book! This interview was so juicy we had to split it into 2 parts, so enjoy Part 1, and be sure to subscribe for Part 2! Where to find Ann: www.anndouglas.net Ann's book Parenting Through the Storm on Amazon...
2024-07-22
25 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
How To Teach Kids To Do Chores Around The House At Any Age - replay
Elaine shares 10 tips in 10 minutes which will help you implement chores with your kid(s) that will not only make your life easier, but set them up for lifelong success! Be sure to get your free age-appropriate chore charts below as well :) Press and hold for show notes and a free age-appropriate chore chart... Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a free chapter from Elaine's book, Sell...
2024-04-19
12 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
161 - Season 11 Preview and 4 Quick Tips for Better Family, Health, Business and Self!
Woohoo, Season 11 is here! Tune in for a quick preview of what you can expect, and Elaine and her husband Ron give 4 quick tips to Create Better Family, Health, Business and Self. Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: @elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a free chapter from Elaine's book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable.com/book/ Episode Sponsor: Episode Sponsor: UPS, visit ups.com/beunstoppable/ca to save more than 50% on your shipping!
2023-09-15
10 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
Marketing To Moms - Elaine’s Top 3 Tips
Are moms your target market? Then lucky you! Women make more than 80% of household purchasing decisions, so who better to study and listen to for your marketing. In this short, sweet podcast I give you my 3 top tips for marketing to moms that I have learned over the years with my company Easy Daysies - let me know what you think! Click and hold for show notes... Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/E...
2023-08-15
07 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
5 Fun Free Ways to Bridge the Summer Learning Gap - replay
Did you know the average student loses up to 2.6 months in math skills and up to 2 months in grade level reading skills during summer holidays? Elaine gives you 5 fun, quick and free ways to bridge that summer learning gap! Click and hold for show notes Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a free chapter from Elaine's book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable.com/book/
2023-07-05
08 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
Mom Round Table: How To Do Allowance
Join Elaine, Angela, Yvonne and Joy, as these 4 moms, with a total of 14 children between them, discuss how they do (or do not do) allowance! There are many different approaches covered here, hopefully one resonates with you! Show notes: https://elaineskitchentable.com/119 Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: @elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Connect with Angela: Website: https://angelacrocker.com Connect with Yvonne: Website: www.yvonneyua.com Get a...
2023-05-25
36 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
Mom Round Table: Screen Time and Your Kids
Join Elaine, Angela, Yvonne and Joy, as these 4 moms, with a total of 14 children between them, discuss how they do screen time! There are many different approaches covered here, hopefully one resonates with you! Show notes: https://elaineskitchentable.com/120 Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: @elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Connect with Angela: Website: https://angelacrocker.com Connect with Yvonne: Website: www.yvonneyua.com Get a free chapter from...
2023-05-18
30 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
152 - 7 Tips for Instagram in 2023
Join Elaine and Ron as we talk about what is working for Instagram these days. Most content on this podcast is "timeless", but social media is one area that is constantly changing, so it is good to keep up with the changes! Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a free chapter from Elaine's book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable.com/book/ Episode Sponsor: ...
2022-10-14
14 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
150 - A Look Back at 150 Episodes!
Join Elaine and Ron as we recount 150 episodes over 9+ seasons of the Elaine's Kitchen Table Podcast! We could not have done it without you ❤️ Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a free chapter from Elaine's book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable.com/book/ Episode Sponsor: Episode Sponsor: UPS, visit https://www.ups.com/ca/en/business-solutions/grow-your-business.page to save up to 50% on your shipping!
2022-10-02
11 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
Parenting Through the Storm with Ann Douglas (replay)
Imagine having 4 children, all with ADHD, one with depression, one on the autism spectrum, all while you are living with bipolar disorder. Then imagine writing 25 books, including "Happy Parents, Happy Kids" and "Parenting Through the Storm". You have just imagined Ann Douglas, an amazing woman, and besides all of the above, a parenting expert and columnist on CBC Radio. In this episode, Ann shares with us the key techniques a 2020's parent should use to not only cope with the times but thrive as a family. Where to find Ann: www.anndouglas.net ...
2022-06-23
37 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
The Perfect Pitch - 5 Tips and 5 Must-Dos to Pitch Your Product or Business Perfectly (replay)
Whether you have built a business you want to sell, are just considering starting your own business, or are selling for home parties, you must be able to deliver the "perfect pitch" if you are to successfully sell. Elaine breaks down the 5 "must-dos" and gives 5 important tips to help you deliver your best pitch ever! Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a free chapter from Elaine's book, Sell Your P...
2022-04-16
14 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
Partners in Business, Partners in Life - Should You Run A Business With Your Spouse? (replay)
Does the thought of running a business with your spouse give you the warm fuzzies or chills? Elaine and Ron discuss their experiences working together on Easy Daysies, and give their formula for you to L.O.V.E. being in business together! Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a free chapter from Elaine's book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable.com/book/ Episode Sponsor: ...
2022-04-09
28 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
138 - 7 Tips to Start the Year Right!
Join Elaine and Ron as we discuss 7 ways you can kick-start your year and create better family, health, business and self! Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a free chapter from Elaine's book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable.com/book/ Episode Sponsor: Episode Sponsor: UPS, visit https://www.ups.com/comebackstrong to save up to 50% on your shipping!
2022-01-14
15 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
Gratitude – It’s Actually Good For Business, Thank You! (Replay)
Looking for an excuse to be thankful? Elaine gives 5 reasons why having an "attitude of gratitude" will actually help grow your business and make you happier overall. Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a free chapter from Elaine's book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable.com/book/ Episode Sponsor: Easy Daysies - help your family have easier days!
2021-12-19
08 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
132 - Your Kids and Mental Health, with Dr Vanessa Lapointe
So many of my conversations during the pandemic have steered toward mental health, especially when talking about parenting. So, I thought who better to talk about it than Registered Child Psychologist, Dr Vanessa Lapointe? Episode 92 with Dr Vanessa on parenting is one of our most popular episodes, so I know you will get so much out of this interview as we talk about: Types of mental health issues facing our children today How to effectively start conversations with our kids Serious issues like self harm / cutting and much more. If you would like to pick up some...
2021-10-13
46 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
Journey To Dragons‘ Den Part 3 - What Happens After!
In this 3-part series, we recount our journey with Easy Daysies to the Dragons’ Den (the Canadian version of Shark Tank). This episode is about what happens after the taping of the show – signing the deal, the airing of the show, and all the craziness that surrounds it! Hopefully this will provide motivation and inspiration to anyone who is thinking about applying for a business reality TV show. Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: @elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a...
2021-10-06
24 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
Journey to Dragons‘ Den Part 2 - Taping (Replay)
This episode is being released on Sept 28, 2021 - exactly 10 years since Easy Daysies was featured on a Dragons' Den episode! If you are wondering how Dragons' Den and Shark Tank work behind the scenes, tune in to find out! Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: @elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a free chapter from Elaine's book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable.com/book/ Episode Sponsor: Easy Daysies - help your family have easier days!
2021-09-29
34 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
131 - How To Get a Sponsorship Partner, with Grace Moores
Grace Moores is a "sponsorship guru" who has successfully navigated sponsorship agreements with companies large and small. Tune in as she gives us all her best tips for how to secure your first (or biggest) sponsor! Her advice applies to physical and online events, media such as podcasts and newsletters, and social media. Show Notes: https://elaineskitchentable.com/Grace Episode Sponsor: RevolutionHer - Join the RevolutionHer Summit, Sept 27-29 2021! Made for women looking to reset this fall and seize what is left of 2021! Connect with Grace: Website: https://revolutionher.com ...
2021-09-22
24 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
130 - Success Begins with Self Care, with Maria Locker
Join Maria as she recounts her amazing entrepreneurial journey, and shares what she has learned from working with top businesswomen at her companies Mompreneurs and RevolutionHer. Tissues are mandatory! Show Notes: https://elaineskitchentable.com/Maria Episode Sponsor: RevolutionHer - Join the RevolutionHer Summit, Sept 27-29 2021! Made for women looking to reset this fall and seize what is left of 2021! Connect with Maria: Website: https://revolutionher.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/revolutionhertm LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marialocker/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RevolutionHerTM Connect with Elaine: ...
2021-09-15
40 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
129 - Food for Healthy Brains and Growing Bodies
Let’s talk easy and healthy school snacks for brain development and healthy growth! Our family is a definite foodie family! We get excited about food, new and delicious food, foods from different cultures, and eating snacks too. Listen in as I give you my top 5 Brain Foods and Growth Foods! Link to blog article: https://www.easydaysies.com/food-for-healthy-brains-and-growing-bodies Show notes: https://elaineskitchentable.com/129 Episode Sponsor: RevolutionHer - Join the RevolutionHer Summit, Sept 27-29 2021! Made for women looking to reset this fall and seize what is le...
2021-09-07
15 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
128 - Why You Should Let Your Kids Play - with Kirsten Anderson
Playologist Kirsten Anderson is back! And this time, she is talking about play in a family setting: What are the benefits of play? Structured vs free play - what is the right balance? Should you be happy if your kids are bored? And much more! Listen in and learn how to help your family develop more awesome humans through play! Show Notes: https://www.elaineskitchentable.com/128 Connect with Kirsten at Integrate Play Solutions: Website: https://integrateplay.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirstenplaying/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirstenplaying/ Facebook: https...
2021-09-01
33 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
127 - How Can Play Increase Your Business? With Playologist Kirsten Anderson
Kirsten is a dear friend (and one of the first people to take Easy Daysies into her toy store). She is also a "Playologist"! In this episode, we discuss how PLAY can make you a better and more profitable business person. Play leads to discovery, lowers stress, and has a host of other benefits we discuss here! And stay tuned for episode 128, where we talk about children at play! Show Notes: https://elaineskitchentable.com/kirsten Connect with Kirsten at Integrate Play Solutions: Website: https://integrateplay.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirstenplaying/ Instagram...
2021-08-25
30 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
Dealing With Mom Weight (Replay)
My friend said weight loss is 90% food, and 10% exercise - I said "That's me exactly! 90% food, 10% exercise!". I've got stats from 500 moms, and believe me, we are not alone if we would like to lose a few baby pounds. Tune in for a surprising and positive stat about mom weight as well! Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: @elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a free chapter from Elaine's book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable.com/book/ E...
2021-08-18
04 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
From a Cup of Tea to a Direct Sales Empire - Tips and Strategies from Tonia Jahshan of Sipology (Replay)
It all started with a cup of tea while on vacation, and since then Tonia Jahshan and her husband Hatem have built a direct selling empire (like $20 million in annual sales big) in Sipology. Tonia slayed the Dragons on Dragons' Den (Canadian version of Shark Tank), was named the 2016 W100 female entrepreneur of the year for Canada, and she shares with us: How she turned her love of a new-found product into a successful company How it grew so fast her 5-year plan happened in 6 months Her advice for someone starting a similar business now How "self-care" can...
2021-08-11
47 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
126 - Top Marketing and Sales Strategies with Jae Park of Inno Foods
Jae Park took over the family business, a local bakery, and said, "Let's not be a regular business, let's be the best in the world at something." Now Inno Foods sells more coconut cluster snacks than anybody (tens of millions of dollars per year)! Learn from Jae as he teaches us: How to "pick yourself" instead of waiting for others to do so How he "fails" 200-300 times before launching a successful new recipe The top 3 mistakes he sees entrepreneurs making How to properly value your time And much more! This interview is so packed...
2021-08-03
44 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
125 - From Food Bank to Food CEO - with Mellisa Mills of Spread'Em Kitchen Co
Mellisa has an incredible story! Growing up without a lot, she used food bank facilities and breakfast clubs to stay nourished. Now, she regularly donates to these causes as founder and CEO of Spread'Em Kitchen Co., which produces deeeeeeelicious plant-based spreads, dips, cheese and more! Learn from Mellisa's journey as she found her place in the universe, at an intersection of her passion and her natural abilities. Show Notes: https://elaineskitchentable.com/mellisa Connect with Mellisa and Spread'Em: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spreadem_kitchen Website: https://spreademkitchen.com/ Connect with...
2021-07-27
41 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
124 - Fix Your Relationship With Money, with Lou Clarke (Part 2)
We kick off Season 8 with a bang! Join "the Intuitive CFO" and money expert Lou Clarke as she teaches us: Her top 3 business tax write-offs that often go unclaimed Her "piggy bank" system of saving that uses - piggy banks! Show Notes: https://elaineskitchentable.com/lou Connect with Lou: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insidelousworld Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/insidelousworld YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/louclarke Website: https://thepiggybankmillionaire.com/ Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: @elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www...
2021-07-21
20 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
123 - Fix Your Relationship With Money, with Lou Clarke (Part 1)
We kick off Season 8 with a bang! Join "the Intuitive CFO" and money expert Lou Clarke as she recounts: How she went from $3 from bankruptcy to a $2Million net worth Top 5 Tips for Knowing and Growing Your Money as a Small Business Owner And stay tuned for a part 2, as she shared too much great info for one short and sweet episode! Show Notes: https://elaineskitchentable.com/lou Connect with Lou: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insidelousworld Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/insidelousworld YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/louclarke Website...
2021-07-14
49 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
122 - Season 7 Recap
Join Elaine and Ron as we give a quick recap of Season 7 of the Create Better Podcast, for any episodes you may have missed, and a sneak peek at the upcoming Season 8! Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: @elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a free chapter from Elaine's book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable.com/book/ Episode Sponsor: UPS, visit https://www.ups.com/comebackstrong to save up to 50% on your shipping!
2021-07-09
19 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
Marriage Round Table - 6 Marriage Tips From 6 Married People (Replay)
Please excuse the background noise from our 11 combined kids, as 6 married people - Elaine and Ron, Noula and Jonathan, Linda, and Mel, sit on a patio and each give their #1 tip for keeping their marriage strong. Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: @elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a free chapter from Elaine's book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable.com/book/ Episode Sponsor: UPS, visit https://www.ups.com/comebackstrong to save up to 50% on...
2021-07-01
11 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
Know Your Numbers - The Personal Latte Factor (Replay)
In this episode, we look at how a $5 coffee every day actually takes more than a dollar off your hourly wage, and how you can turn that into over $28,000 in 10 years! Follow along with the formula at www.elaineskitchentable.com/067 Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: @elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a free chapter from Elaine’s book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable.com/book/ Episode Sponsor: UPS, visit https://www.ups.com/comebackstrong to...
2021-06-26
11 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
Elaine's 5 D.A.I.L.Y. Habits of Successful Mompreneurs (Replay)
In a speech from the Achieve & Lead Women's Conference which Elaine hosted in Vancouver, Elaine shares her 5 D.A.I.L.Y. habits of successful entrepreneurs. How many are you implementing daily? Show notes: https://elaineskitchentable.com/053 Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: @elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a free chapter from Elaine’s book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable.com/book/ Episode Sponsor: UPS, visit https://www.ups.com/comebackstrong to sa...
2021-06-20
15 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
Mom's Round Table - French Immersion and Specialized School Programs - A Good Thing? (Replay)
Join Elaine and our 3 awesome mom guests who discuss the pros and cons of having their children in French Immersion, or any specialized school program. Show notes: https://elaineskitchentable.com/007 Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: @elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a free chapter from Elaine’s book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable.com/book/ Episode Sponsor: UPS, visit https://www.ups.com/comebackstrong to save up to 50% on your sh...
2021-06-10
22 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
How To Go From Side Business To Full Time with Kim Vopni (Replay)
Determination, resilience and support are vital for entrepreneurial survival. Learn the best tip Kim Vopni shares from her mentor that changed her business and how she views all aspects of her life to achieve success. As a mom of two boys, Kim not only shares the importance of going out and create your own life, do not just sit and watch others do it on YouTube, but she is a living example! Kim is a self described "pelvic floor geek". She is known as The Fitness Doula and is the author of Prepare To Push™ - W...
2021-06-02
23 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
121 - How To Get Media Exposure, with Rania Walker
I have been able to get a lot of media exposure over the years - TV news, magazines, newspapers, websites, etc. One of my secrets? Rania! Rania Walker is the Founder and President of Front Door PR, an integrated PR, Media, Marketing and Event Management agency. A natural storyteller, Rania combines her expertise as a former television producer and host along with her graduate work in message design to strategically increase visibility, generate media coverage and protect brand equity for clients and large-scale events across North America. She has worked at YTV, Alliance Atlantis, The...
2021-05-25
53 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
120 - Mom Round Table: Screen Time and Your Kids
Join Elaine, Angela, Yvonne and Joy, as these 4 moms, with a total of 14 children between them, discuss how they do screen time! There are many different approaches covered here, hopefully one resonates with you! Show notes: https://elaineskitchentable.com/120 Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: @elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Connect with Angela: Website: https://angelacrocker.com Connect with Yvonne: Website: www.yvonneyua.com Get a free chapter from...
2021-05-19
30 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
119 - Mom Round Table: How To Do Allowance
Join Elaine, Angela, Yvonne and Joy, as these 4 moms, with a total of 14 children between them, discuss how they do (or do not do) allowance! There are many different approaches covered here, hopefully one resonates with you! Show notes: https://elaineskitchentable.com/119 Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: @elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Connect with Angela: Website: https://angelacrocker.com Connect with Yvonne: Website: www.yvonneyua.com Get a...
2021-05-12
36 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
118 - From Overwhelm to Calm - Get Organized with Rowena List
Do you feel like you could use a hand cutting through the clutter and overwhelm to create some calm with a more organized home, workspace and life? Join Rowena List, professional organizer as we tackle the down and dirty subject of practicing organization in your life. Reclaim your sanity and your time! Show notes: https://elaineskitchentable.com/rowena Connect with Rowena: Website: https://www.gettingittogether.ca/ Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: @elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https...
2021-05-05
39 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
117 - How to Become a Sales "Triple Threat"
Life is like sports - at least that is what my husband says! In this episode we cover Chapter 2 of my book, "Sell Your Passion" - Be a Triple Threat. It is the most popular chapter of the book as it has resonated with many people whether or not they know anything about basketball! Learn when to shoot, drive or pass on a sales opportunity with consistent results. Check out my book "Sell Your Passion" here! Show Notes: https://www.elaineskitchentable.com/117 Connect with Elaine: Website...
2021-04-28
18 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
Overwhelmed? Become an Essentialist with Greg McKeown (replay)
Wow wow wow! Let me say that the first book I read while in stroke recovery, and a book that changed my life, is "Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less" by New York Times Best-Selling author, Greg McKeown. So when Greg agreed to be on the podcast, it was a dream come true for me and my husband Ron, so for the first time Ron sat in on the interview. I am so proud of so many of the episodes on this podcast, but I believe this one has one of the best chances to...
2021-04-21
1h 09
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
Raising Confident Kids - Without Time-Outs - with Parenting Expert Shannon White (replay)
On this show we discuss how to lessen anxiety in our children and help them succeed in our fast paced lifestyles. We also touch on the worth of "time outs". Are they good or bad? My guest today is an internationally recognized certified Parent Coach, Registered Psychiatric Nurse and Intuitive Guide. An expert in child and youth mental health with over 15 years of experience working with families, she uses her unique and intuitive abilities to get to the root of the problem quickly and deliver results. I am honoured to have this lovely mompreneur here today, Shannon White! ...
2021-04-14
25 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
Jim Treliving of Boston Pizza and Dragons' Den on How To Make Smart Business Decisions, and Giving Back (Replay)
In his first ever podcast interview, Jim Treliving, owner of Boston Pizza and several other businesses, original Dragon on Dragons' Den, and investor in Elaine's company Easy Daysies, talks about going from police officer to head of a billion dollar business, and talks passionately about giving back to the community! Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: @elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a free chapter from Elaine’s book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable.com/book/ Episode Sp...
2021-04-07
20 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
116 - When the Right Decision is the Unpopular Decision - with Lori Joyce (Part 2)
We continue our amazing conversation with Lori Joyce, founder of Betterwith Ice Cream (and co-founder of Cupcakes!), touching on deeply personal subjects like putting family first when society says put normal first. I hope this episode helps to empower you with the courage to make bold moves in your business, health, family and self! Show notes: https://elaineskitchentable.com/lori Connect with Lori: Website: https://www.betterwith.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/betterwith Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/betterwithfoods Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram...
2021-04-01
38 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
115 - Create Better with Betterwith! with Lori Joyce (Part 1)
The title is not a typo - Lori Joyce is the founder of Betterwith Ice Cream. We set out to talk about how her amazing career in food products, but we ended up talking about pretty much everything - family, business, health and self. We laughed and we cried. It was a perfect pairing - Create Better and Betterwith! Show notes: https://elaineskitchentable.com/lori Connect with Lori: Website: https://www.betterwith.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/betterwith Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/betterwithfoods Connect with Elaine: ...
2021-03-23
54 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
114 - Mom Makers: from Etsy to Walmart and a Flagship Store, with Louise Vargas and Tara Morellato
More Mom Makers! Find out how Louise went from Etsy to opening 2 brick-and-mortar retail stores, and how Tara went from Etsy to getting her products on Walmart shelves! Show notes: www.elaineskitchentable.com/114 Connect with Louise: Website: https://gastownsoapworks.ca/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sogasoap/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SoGaSoap Connect with Tara: Website: https://tinyteethers.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tinyteethers.ca/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tinyteethers Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: @elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https...
2021-03-17
42 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
113 - How-To Social Media Video Marketing for Small Business Owners with Dunia Tozy
My guest Dunia Tozy is an experienced videographer and photographer who shares with us: 3 reasons video marketing is very important for your small business 3 top tips and strategies to create awesome videos and much more! If you have a product or service to promote on social media, you will want to get out your notebook! Connect with Dunia: Websites: http://www.duniatozy.ca/ http://www.love2media.ca/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/duniatozycreative/ https://www.instagram.com/love2media/ Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com
2021-03-10
40 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
112 - 3 Small Business Tips for More Sales with Paul Gaspar (Part 2)
Join me and Paul as we discuss small business online, in Part 2 of our interview! Connect with Paul: Website: https://solutions.ups.com/comebackstrong.html Pulse of the Online Shopper: https://ups.com/pulse LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulgaspar/ Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a free chapter from Elaine's book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable...
2021-03-04
23 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
111 - Rescuing Abandoned Shopping Carts with Paul Gaspar (Part 1)
Join me and Paul as we discuss small business online, particularly how to retrieve sales from the 2 out of 3 shopping carts that are abandoned by online shoppers! Connect with Paul: Website: https://solutions.ups.com/comebackstrong.html Pulse of the Online Shopper: https://ups.com/pulse LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulgaspar/ Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine ...
2021-02-23
30 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
110 - On Building Resiliency with Denise Mai
I got connected to Denise through the book project pursuit: 365, "Celebrating Canadian women in the pursuit of happiness, success, and fulfillment – every day of the year." We are 2 of the 365 women featured in the book! Listen in as Denise tells her literal "rags to riches" story, just like she did in here recent Tedx Talk. By the way, she is now a top 1% realtor in Vancouver BC. If you need some inspiration today look no further! Connect with Denise: Website: https://denisemai.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denisemai_realestate Denise's Te...
2021-02-17
29 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
109 - How to Write and Publish Your Book, with Ann Douglas (Part 2)
Ann Douglas is back by popular demand! We first met her in Episode 90, where she talked about "parenting through the storm". Coincidentally, that is the title of one the more than 25 books Ann has authored! This time Ann is here to help guide us through the process of writing and publishing our own book! This interview was so juicy we had to split it into 2 parts! Where to find Ann: www.anndouglas.net Ann's book Parenting Through the Storm on Amazon... Ann's book Happy Parents, Happy Kids on Amazon...
2021-02-10
20 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
108 - How to Write and Publish Your Book, with Ann Douglas (Part 1)
Ann Douglas is back by popular demand! We first met her in Episode 90, where she talked about "parenting through the storm". Coincidentally, that is the title of one the more than 25 books Ann has authored! This time Ann is here to help guide us through the process of writing and publishing our own book! This interview was so juicy we had to split it into 2 parts, so enjoy Part 1, and be sure to subscribe for Part 2! Where to find Ann: www.anndouglas.net Ann's book Parenting Through the Storm on Amazon...
2021-02-02
25 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
How To Ask For Business Advice (Replay)
In this episode, learn 2 key things to help you in business: • How to ask for advice • How not to ask for advice! Elaine gives you the ABC's of getting answers to your questions from people who have gone before you. The tricky part is that they are most often quite busy, but they are usually willing to help - IF you approach in the right way. Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: @elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com...
2021-01-26
13 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
Mom Guilt Round Table (Replay)
Ever have Mom guilt? No? Then you are probably not a Mom! Elaine talks with Michele, Linda and Petra, a group with 11 kids between them, about their experiences with Mom guilt, and how we can help each other to get over it, because guess what? Life is imperfect! Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: @elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a free chapter from Elaine's book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable.com/book/
2021-01-19
32 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
107 - Mom Makers - Foodie Edition with Charlene Li and Lyndsay Scott (Part 2)
Join us for a "foodie business" interview so epic, we split it into two parts! Charlene Li of Eatable and Lyndsay Scott of Kindred Cultures will inspire you with their brave stories of going from kitchen-table idea to grocery store shelves! Connect with Charlene: Website: https://eatable.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eatableinc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eatableinc Connect with Lyndsay: Website: https://kindredcultures.ca/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kindredcultures/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kindredcultures/ Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: @elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin...
2021-01-12
29 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
106 - Mom Makers - Foodie Edition with Charlene Li and Lyndsay Scott (Part 1)
Join us for a "foodie business" interview so epic, we split it into two parts! Charlene Li of Eatable and Lyndsay Scott of Kindred Cultures will inspire you with their brave stories of going from kitchen-table idea to grocery store shelves! Connect with Charlene: Website: https://eatable.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eatableinc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eatableinc Connect with Lyndsay: Website: https://kindredcultures.ca/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kindredcultures/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kindredcultures/ Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: @elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin...
2021-01-06
27 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
105 - How To Go from Dream to Dream Job - with Jaclyn Harper (Part 2)
Strap in an get ready to learn how to chart your own path to success with Jaclyn Harper! In a world of excuses, fear, and "I'm not good enough", Jaclyn stands out as an example of what to do to achieve your goals. This conversation was so loaded with actionable advice and great stories that I had to split it into 2 parts! I just adore this lady, and you will too! Connect with Jaclyn: Website: http://jaclynharperdesigns.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaclynhdesigns/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jaclynhdesigns Connect with Elaine: ...
2020-12-30
22 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
104 - How To Go from Dream to Dream Job - with Jaclyn Harper (Part 1)
Strap in an get ready to learn how to chart your own path to success with Jaclyn Harper! In a world of excuses, fear, and "I'm not good enough", Jaclyn stands out as an example of what to do to achieve your goals. This conversation was so loaded with actionable advice and great stories that I had to split it into 2 parts! I just adore this lady, and you will too! Connect with Jaclyn: Website: http://jaclynharperdesigns.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaclynhdesigns/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jaclynhdesigns Connect with Elaine: ...
2020-12-22
25 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
5 Things Nobody Told You About Starting A Business (Replay)
Google "starting a business" and you'll get millions of pieces of advice. Ask your friends, family and colleagues, and you'll get the same. Except it's all different and contradictory! Here are 5 things I learned on my journey that they don't teach in business school. Be sure to check the Show Notes (http://www.elaineskitchentable.com/024) for a helpful PDF cheat sheet that you can keep, with all 5 points! Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: @elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/c...
2020-12-16
17 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
Jody Vance on Women Dominating Male-Dominated Businesses (Replay)
Jody Vance of Vancouver City TV's Breakfast Television, and formerly SportsNet Canada, was Canada's first prime-time female sports anchor - one of the most male-dominated industries before Jody and others paved the way for the many female sports anchors today. Her secret? Tune in to find out, as well as: • The daily routine of a morning news host who gets up for work at 4am every day • The importance of paying your dues • What it's like to go through in-vitro fertilization, and how she treats others doing the same And much more in this w...
2020-12-08
19 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
Inspirational Podcast - 10 Habits of Entrepreneurial Success (Replay)
Elaine shares 10 top tips for entrepreneurial success that she has learned both from her own experience as a business owner, and from her guests on the podcast. Click for show notes... Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: @elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a free chapter from Elaine’s book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable.com/book/ Episode Sponsor: TruShield Insurance – When I switched to TruShield Insurance 5 years ago, I saved money and got...
2020-12-01
08 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
Getting Your Product on Big Box Shelves with Romy Taormina (Replay)
Discover top tips on how to get your product on the shelves of big box retailers and how to keep your product on the shelves as Romy shares her experience and expertise of having her own product in over 10,000 US locations, including Target, CVS, and BabiesRUs. Do you have the three "must haves" Romy shares to embark on this journey? Show Notes: https://elaineskitchentable.com/049 About Romy: Romy Taormina is Nausea Relief Chief/Co-Founder of Psi Health Solutions, Inc., the maker of Psi Bands, a medical device for the relief of nau...
2020-11-24
32 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
103 - Small Business Instagram Tips with Shannon Cox
This episode we are taking a quick break from the "Mom Makers" series to talk about something almost all Mom Maker businesses can leverage for their business - Instagram! My guest is Shannon Cox, marketing professor at Douglas College, and we talk about the latest tips and trends for small business Instagram users. Connect with Shannon: Website: http://incisivemarketing.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonbloomfieldcox Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: @elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com...
2020-11-17
38 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
102 - More Mom Makers - Wendy Armbruster and Natalie Wong of Snugabell and Pep Soap
Join me with 2 more lovely “Mom-Makers” – Wendy Armbruster, founder of Snugabell, and Natalie Wong, founder of Pep Soap, as we talk about: What inspired us to start our business How long we have all been at it (from a few years to more than a decade!) Things we would do differently next time around Manufacturing, scaling and financing for small businesses Our favourite tips for marketing to moms And much more! I have really loved these real, down-to-earth Mom-Maker conversations, and I am sure there are great actionable tips for you! Show Notes: https://elaineskitchentable.com/10...
2020-11-10
41 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
101 - Mom Makers - Baby Products and Beyond - with Sharon Chai and Julie Steward
In this episode we have 2 lovely ladies who have succeeded in inventing, manufacturing and selling their own baby products! Learn about: How to go from mom with a problem to mom inventor Manufacturing - on shore, off shore? Product testing and prototypes Patents, trademarks, and ripper-offers Mistakes we have all made - that hopefully you can now avoid! Show notes: www.elaineskitchentable.com/101 Connect with Sharon: Website: https://bamboobino.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bamboobino/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Bamboobino Connect with Julie: Website: https://www.mitteez.com Instagram: https...
2020-11-03
42 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
100 - Episode 100! Creating Better Together, a Look Back and a Look Forward
Congratulations, we made it to 100 episodes - together! In this episode, we recap the first 100 episodes, and talk about what we would like to learn in the next 100! And be sure to listen to the end for a chance to win a free copy of Elaine's book, "Sell Your Passion". Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: @elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a free chapter from Elaine’s book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable.com/book/ This ep...
2020-10-27
27 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
099 - Navigating Small Business Through a Pandemic like COVID-19, with Harpreet Hayer
COVID-19 is something we literally all have to deal with, and coincidentally Harpreet Hayer of Coast Capital Savings has 19 years experience helping small businesses to navigate the sea of challenges that are always present. In this episode, I dig in with Harpreet to discuss: How to have a contingency plan before disaster strikes Is it too late to start a contingency plan? How to start a recovery process How to attract and retain talent during and post-pandemic The one thing most small business owners don't understand about Small Business Banking Harpreet's top 3 things every small business owner should...
2020-10-20
36 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
098 - Mom Makers - Mothers of Invention, With Lori Turk and Christine Kizik
Inventors Lori (founder of Safe Grate) and Christine (founder of Sola Skin Care), both went a very smart route when creating their products. They discovered a need in their life, did the research, and fulfilled the need themselves! Listen in as these ladies have a candid conversation about: Patents - Yay? Nay? What type? What type of research to do - and when to stop researching and get moving Using your own needs as impetus to create products others like you will want Their own founder stories Going for it, making mistakes, making changes, and setting...
2020-10-14
52 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
097 - Mom Makers - Making a Brick and Mortar Location Work, with Jacqueline De'Ath and Dana Shortt
I know what you are thinking, Amazon is taking over the world and retail stores are dying by the day. Who would want to start or run a "brick and mortar" location now? Well, my 2 guests have been doing so successfully for over a decade (almost 30 years between them), so let's listen to them! Jacqueline De'Ath is the founder of Homeworks Etc. DIY, and she helps people create their own home decor through popular workshops, as well as retailing it in her workshop/store. She has been in business since 2007. Dana Shortt founded...
2020-10-06
1h 00
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
How To Ask For Business Advice (Replay)
In this episode, learn 2 key things to help you in business: • How to ask for advice • How not to ask for advice! Elaine gives you the ABC’s of getting answers to your questions from people who have gone before you. The tricky part is that they are most often quite busy, but they are usually willing to help – IF you approach in the right way. Show Notes: https://elaineskitchentable.com/029 Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: @elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/e...
2020-09-22
13 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
Julie Cole – Successful Entrepreneurial and Parenting Survival Strategies From This Mom of 6 and Mabel’s Labels Co-Founder (Replay)
Who better to share tips about success in business and parenting than Julie Cole, co-founder of Mabel’s Labels. Hint: Don’t sweat the small stuff! Julie has become a friend and inspiration since I had the pleasure of meeting her. Find us on Twitter @chatwithelaine, and www.facebook.com/elaineskitchentable Resource from this episode: Mabel’s Labels – This is the company Julie co-founded, and they sell personalized labels for all your little one’s stuff! Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: @elainetancomeau LinkedIn: h...
2020-09-15
17 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
Free Yourself of Working Mom Guilt with Marci Fair (Replay)
"Balance is impossible. Memories are better." In this episode, I interview Marci Fair (www.marcifair.com), mom of 4, founder of www.kares4kids.com, and author of "TILT - 7 Solutions to be a Guilt-Free Working Mom" We talk about 3 of the 7 solutions, including: • Dreams and Goals - you don't have to give up on your own to help your children pursue theirs • Choices - including the "dirty gym shorts rule" • Roots and Wings - what do you think about this - "The less we do for our kids, the more w...
2020-09-09
31 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
096 - Small Choices Every Day (Season 6 Recap)
In this recap of Season 6, we discuss the themes that appeared throughout, including: "Create Better - Family, health, business and self" Small choices every day can make a huge difference Less but better Mental health awareness Enjoy this recap, then listen to your favorite episodes, and we will see you in Season 7! Show Notes: www.elaineskitchentable.com/096 Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: @elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a free chapter from Elaine’s...
2020-09-01
30 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
095 - 11 Ways to Protect Your Small Business with Tony O'Brien
Tony O'Brien has spent the past 39 years working with all sizes of business to assess their risks and help insure them. He has seen it all and has some great stories to tell to illustrate his points as well! In this episode, learn: 3 areas where small business owners are most often blindsided, and how to avoid it What factors impact your insurability 3 ways to position your business for success, based on Tony's observations over decades working with thousands of businesses The "cut in half and take 10%" rule of forecasting the market share a startup business can take 5 things...
2020-08-25
55 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
094 - Feminist Economics and Necessary Conversations with Tara Teng
What if I told you some of the most important conversations you can have - almost nobody is having? Let Tara Teng give you a new perspective on "social justice", as we talk about: Feminist Economics - what is it and why it really matters to you Human Trafficking - the fastest growing criminal economy so many are suffering in, but very few are talking about, and how we can talk to our children about it How to draw socially and ethically conscious consumers to your brand, and other steps you can take to help with equality for...
2020-08-18
49 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
093 - How to Set Your Prices to Increase Income & Impact, with Brian Dixon
Brian Dixon will look you in the eye with a big smile, and tell you what you need to hear, not what you want to hear. That's why I had to have him on the podcast, as he is a wealth of knowledge due to his experience in coaching high-performing entrepreneurs, and as the author of the best-selling book, Start With Your People. Brian has so much wisdom on a variety of topics, including: How to "start with your people" The "Five F's" for success: Faith, Family, Friendships, Finance, Future His concept of the "life calculator" which will...
2020-08-11
51 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
Special Episode -The (Surgically Repaired) Heart of Elaine
Ron here, aka "Elaine's Husband". As you know, 2020 has been a rough year for - basically the whole planet. For Elaine, she really has a passion for helping other women entrepreneurs and one way she has done that is by meeting with a local group of them in person, for about the past 5 years. And of course that is not happening anymore! So that's got her down a little bit. And today is her birthday, so I reached out via email a few days ago to about a dozen of her close circle of female entrepreneurs, and almost immediately...
2020-08-08
10 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
092 - Discipline Your Kids Without Damage - with Dr Vanessa Lapointe, Registered Psychologist
Oh. My. Goodness. I have been searching all my life for a parenting expert who is at the same time a practicing Registered Psychologist, and will also use words like "grumpy bumps" and "yelly yells". Dr. Vanessa Lapointe is that person! I adore Dr. Vanessa (ever since I learned she was recommending my products from Easy Daysies to her clients), and in this conversation she does not disappoint! We cover several kinds of discipline and determine what works and what does not: Timeouts Reward charts Consequences Grounding Removal of privileges Connection Hint - o...
2020-08-04
53 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
091 - From a Cup of Tea to a Direct Sales Empire - Tips and Strategies from Tonia Jahshan of Sipology
It all started with a cup of tea while on vacation, and since then Tonia Jahshan and her husband Hatem have built a direct selling empire (like $20 million in annual sales big) in Sipology. Tonia slayed the Dragons on Dragons' Den (Canadian version of Shark Tank), was named the 2016 W100 female entrepreneur of the year for Canada, and she shares with us: How she turned her love of a new-found product into a successful company How it grew so fast her 5-year plan happened in 6 months Her advice for someone starting a similar business now How "s...
2020-07-28
47 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
090 - Parenting Through the Storm with Ann Douglas
Imagine having 4 children, all with ADHD, one with depression, one on the autism spectrum, all while you are living with bipolar disorder. Then imagine writing 25 books, including "Happy Parents, Happy Kids" and "Parenting Through the Storm". You have just imagined Ann Douglas, an amazing woman, and besides all of the above, a parenting expert and columnist on CBC Radio. In this episode, Ann shares with us the key techniques a 2020 parent should use to not only cope with the times but thrive as a family. Where to find Ann: www.anndouglas.net Ann's...
2020-07-21
37 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
088 - Overwhelmed? Become an Essentialist with Greg McKeown
Wow wow wow! Let me say that the first book I read while in stroke recovery, and a book that changed my life, is "Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less" by New York Times Best-Selling author, Greg McKeown. So when Greg agreed to be on the podcast, it was a dream come true for me and my husband Ron, so for the first time Ron sat in on the interview. I am so proud of so many of the episodes on this podcast, but I believe this one has one of the best chances to...
2020-07-06
1h 09
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
087 - The One Where I Had a Stroke
Season 6 of the Elaine's Kitchen Table Podcast is here! But why was I off for 2 years? F - Face - is it drooping? A - Arms - can you raise both? S - Speech - is it slurred or jumbled? T - Time - to call 911 right away! These are the symptoms I ignored / was ignorant of in April 2018 when I had a stroke. I wasn't a stroke candidate - not old enough, not overweight, no high blood pressure, etc. Lots of stress yes, but I just d...
2020-06-30
45 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
Sibling Rivalry: 3 Secret Opportunities For Proactive Parents with Debbie Pokornik (Replay)
Elaine chats with parenting expert and award-winning author Debbie Pokornik of www.empoweringnrg.com about the touchy (“He’s touching me!”) subject of sibling rivalry. After hearing this, you will actually want your kids to have a disagreement so you can use these awesome proactive techniques to make your life easier! Originally published as episode 009, Season 1. See show notes here... Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com ~Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elainetancomeau ~LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ ~Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/El...
2020-06-29
17 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
053 - Elaine's 5 D.A.I.L.Y. Habits of Successful Mompreneurs
In a speech from the Achieve & Lead Women's Conference which Elaine hosted in Vancouver in June 2016, Elaine shares her 5 D.A.I.L.Y. habits of successful entrepreneurs. How many are you implementing daily?
2016-06-24
16 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
041 - Best of 2015 - Business Related Podcasts
Time to get caught up on your Elaine's Kitchen Table Podcast listening! EKT as we call it covers 2 main themes: business and family (and where the 2 intersect). In this episode, we recount the best of of our first year's business related episodes, all in one place. Enjoy! And I would love if you could leave an honest rating on iTunes for Elaine's Kitchen Table. From your iPhone / iPad: 1) Open the Podcasts App 2) Click Search, then type in Elaines Kitchen Table. 3) Make sure you are on the Podcasts tab and c...
2016-01-26
15 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
040 - Best of 2015 - Family Related Episodes
Time to get caught up on your Elaine's Kitchen Table Podcast listening! EKT as we call it covers 2 main themes: business and family (and where the 2 intersect). In this episode, we recount the best of of our first year's family related episodes, all in one place. Enjoy! And I would love if you could leave an honest rating on iTunes for Elaine's Kitchen Table. From your iPhone / iPad: 1) Open the Podcasts App 2) Click Search, then type in Elaines Kitchen Table. 3) Make sure you are on the Podcasts tab and c...
2016-01-11
16 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
033 - Free Yourself of Working Mom Guilt with Marci Fair
"Balance is impossible. Memories are better." In this episode, I interview Marci Fair (www.marcifair.com), mom of 4, founder of www.kares4kids.com, and author of "TILT - 7 Solutions to be a Guilt-Free Working Mom" We talk about 3 of the 7 solutions, including: • Dreams and Goals - you don't have to give up on your own to help your children pursue theirs • Choices - including the "dirty gym shorts rule" • Roots and Wings - what do you think about this - "The less we do for our kids, the more w...
2015-10-27
31 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
031 - Gratitude - It‘s Actually Good For Business, Thank You!
Looking for an excuse to be thankful? Elaine gives 5 reasons why having an "attitude of gratitude" will actually help grow your business and make you happier overall. Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a free chapter from Elaine's book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable.com/book/ Episode Sponsor: Easy Daysies - help your family have easier days!
2015-10-13
08 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
029 - How To Ask For Business Advice
In this episode, learn 2 key things to help you in business: • How to ask for advice • How not to ask for advice! Elaine gives you the ABC's of getting answers to your questions from people who have gone before you. The tricky part is that they are most often quite busy, but they are usually willing to help - IF you approach in the right way. Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: @elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com...
2015-09-29
13 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
028 - How (and how not) To Become an Influential Person with Teresa de Grosbois
Influential people (or "influencers") play by a different set of rules. Teresa de Grosbois is an international speaker and bestselling author on the topic of influence. In today's interview, we learn: • How the most influential people share their influence, and how to approach them • The "Premature Ask", or how NOT to approach people of influence (with hilarious examples) • How crying on the bathroom floor at her lowest point ignited Teresa's journey to where she is today As an example of how influential Teresa has become, several of my podcast interviews have been with people...
2015-09-22
19 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
027 - What Sets Successful Businesspeople Apart with Spencer McDonald
Spencer McDonald, businessman, author, keynote speaker, and mentor, talks about: • the top 3 qualities in a profitable business person • how people starting out in business unknowingly "finance" their coffee • why setting a beautiful ship (that you own) on fire is sometimes the right thing to do! • his habits of success Check out his website at www.thinkingdriver.com Press and hold the link below for Show Notes: Show Notes Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: @elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https...
2015-09-15
18 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
026 - Food to Fuel Your Family with Brenda Wollenberg - Part 2
Nutritionist Brenda Wollenberg continues to talk family fuel, including 3 connections between nutrition and school performance, and her lesson about "coming off the mountain" that radically changed how she trains her clients. Please check the Show Notes (www.elaineskitchentable.com/026) for a FREE delicious Smoothie Handbook, and a link to Brenda's brilliant family nutrition training! Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: @elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a free chapter from Elaine's book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable...
2015-09-10
17 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
025 - Food to Fuel Your Family with Brenda Wollenberg - Part 1
Nutritionist Brenda Wollenberg, author of the book "Overweight Kids In A Toothpick World", talks about something we do multiple times every day - feed our family! Are we moving toward Wellness or Illness? Learn: • Why World War II matters at your kitchen table • 3 meanings of the words "sometime foods" • Why "everything in moderation" is NOT the best motto And more! Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: @elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a free c...
2015-09-08
16 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
024 - 5 Things Nobody Told You About Starting A Business
Google "starting a business" and you'll get millions of pieces of advice. Ask your friends, family and colleagues, and you'll get the same. Except it's all different and contradictory! Here are 5 things I learned on my journey that they don't teach in business school. Be sure to check the Show Notes (http://www.elaineskitchentable.com/024) for a helpful PDF cheat sheet that you can keep, with all 5 points! Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: @elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/ch...
2015-09-01
17 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
023 - Dealing With Mom Weight
My friend said weight loss is 90% food, and 10% exercise - I said "That's me exactly! 90% food, 10% exercise!". I've got stats from 500 moms, and believe me, we are not alone if we would like to lose a few baby pounds. Tune in for a surprising and positive stat about mom weight as well! Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: @elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a free chapter from Elaine's book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable.com/book/
2015-08-24
04 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
020 - 3 Habits of Successful Families with Ilze Alberts
Ilze Alberts comes to us all the way from South Africa! Ilze is a registered Psychologist, life strategist, expert in family wealth, and building successful, happy families. She shares 3 habits of successful families, and also 3 tips to achieving family wealth. Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: @elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a free chapter from Elaine's book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable.com/book/
2015-08-13
12 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
019 - Marriage Round Table - 6 Marriage Tips From 6 Married People
Please excuse the background noise from our 11 combined kids, as 6 married people - Elaine and Ron, Noula and Jonathan, Linda, and Mel, sit on a patio and each give their #1 tip for keeping their marriage strong. Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elaineskitchentable.com Instagram: @elainetancomeau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeau/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElainesKitchenTable Twitter: https://twitter.com/chatwithelaine Get a free chapter from Elaine's book, Sell Your Passion: https://elaineskitchentable.com/book/
2015-08-10
11 min
Elaine's Kitchen Table | Create Better Family, Health, Business, Self
000 - About Me
This is a quick "about-me" about Elaine, CEO and Founder of Easy Daysies Ltd., and what you can expect from this inspirational, motivational and especially practical podcast! Elaine Tan Comeau, founder of Easy Daysies (www.easydaysies.com, a favorite winning pitch on Dragons' Den, Canada's Shark Tank), Mom of 3, wife, foodie, traveler, adventurer, loves a good movie and the feel of new books, school teacher, forever learner, writer, speaker, and Mompreneur of the Year in Canada, talks to you about the business of real life, success as an entrepreneur and parenting, advice from people like Julie Cole...
2015-06-21
08 min