I have had a draft of this post in WordPress for a few years now. No lie. For the last few years I have been so motivated to have more, do more, be more and have my own. Some of that drive came from becoming a mom. Some of it came from watching some of my favorite mama moguls do what they do. It doesn’t matter that they have way more money or notoriety than I do, they still inspire me.
I learned from them and applied those things to my former mommy blog and now this space. I guess you could say the mamas I look up to are mentors in my head. They all have varying backgrounds. The thing that makes them stand out to me is that no matter the circumstances they found a way to make their mark.
Some of my favorite moms are Kimora Lee Simmons (who I’ve met on a few occasions) Tori Spelling, Bethenny Frankel, Jessica Alba + Jessica Simpson. These are just a few of the moms I heart and watch closely. I know some of them could be controversial choices but, hear me out!
Before the current marriage drama, Tori Spelling was knee deep in building an empire. She had a children’s clothing line, books, stores and shows. She seemed to have a ton of ideas and found a way to make those things come to fruition. I respect that. She was really making the most of her name and growing a brand. Bethenny hustled through various business idea and reality shows until she hit it and hit it big. She’s been a natural food chef, she has best selling books and Skinnygirl is just out of this world successful. To have been able to watch so much of this growth take place in her tiny office apartment was motivating! Kimora Lee Simmons parlayed her modeling experience into a fashion empire and continues to re-invent herself. From Baby Phat to Just Fab and KLS, her brand continues to change as she changes. Her newest venture is a perfectly chic fit for where she is in her life now. She’s been a great example of letting your growth and maturity come out in your work. We evolve. Why wouldn’t our brands?
These ladies, along with the Jessicas (Simpson + Alba) have moved right on from their first careers to create really successful businesses. I mean, Jessica Simpson never needs to sing another note again if she doesn’t want to. I feel like for most of these women they really hit their stride after motherhood. Jessica Alba’s Honest Company is rooted in taking care of family. I understand that and I think that’s why they’re my mentors in my head. I started getting tons of inspiration and ideas once I became a mom. Did that happen for you too? It was like “oh, that’s where my creativity was hiding!” Watching these mamas keeps me inspired and motivated to keep checking things off my list. I’m hoping all of my dream chasing will inspire some other mamas much like these ladies inspire me.
Of course mentors aren’t reserved for business aspirations. I’ve managed to create a team of mentors for blogging, business, writing + mommyhood. Some are people I talk too, other are totally “in my head”.
Tell me, did your creativity spike like crazy after having kids? + Who are your mentors and how do they inspire you?
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You picked some lovely role models. I feel bad for Tori- she has had a rough time of it with that husband of hers.
My mom is my biggest mentor. She taught me what it means to be a mother.
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My husband is my mentor. He makes me believe that anything is possible.
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Nice post Camesha. Being an empty-nester inspired me to have a blog 🙂 Hope you can check it out soon.
x Nancy
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Those are some great role models! I love my mom as mine, she is no longer with us but I have great memories. As for public figures I really admire Melissa Joan Hart, Jessica Alba and those who don’t throw their kids into the spotlight like Blake lively.
I don’t think my creativity spiked too much after having kids. I did get to pool it into different things than before kids though.
Their stories are very inspiring. I’m glad there are role models like these women.
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Agreed. It’s nice to see women celebrities out there who are famous for more than their butts.
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Camesha, I do think that God blesses Mamas with extra strength, creativity, and yes–intelligence–because they really need it! It’s tough to be a mama, balancing 101 things at once–trying to care for children, husband, home, and quite often a paying job, too. Great, inspiration, fun post!
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I had a child with some challenges and raising him was not an easy experience. My creativity had to spike, just to raise him successfully. Now, with a developmentally disabled brother in law (my husband is his guardian), I have to think outside the box once again.
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I really look up to Tori Spelling! For everything she’s been through she’s really proved she’s a strong woman!
Some of my mentors are definitely strong women and mothers. I think you have a great inspiring list here.
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These women are all amazing in different ways. They really show a lot of people how to balance the craziness of life while being good moms and businesswomen.
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These are all great mentors. I think mine would have to be my mom and my stepmom.
You made some great choices! I also love Bethenny, Kimora and Jessica Simpson. Tori needs to get back on track because she was awesome at one point.
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I think mamas with successful businesses is such a popular thing now…good for them!
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All of these ladies have inspiring stories. They make perfect role models and I really enjoyed reading this post and seeing who inspires you.
These woman are all wonderful role models. I don’t really have a role model of my own.
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I became more creative when I had my daughter for sure! I am a crafting fool nowadays haha! My mentor has always been my mom <3
Lots of great role models mentioned here. I always adored Tori and I grew up watching her on Beverly Hills 90210. I think my biggest inspiration in life was actually Stephen King and the classic writers like Austen, Dante and Tolkien. If I didn’t start reading them at such a young age I wouldn’t be the writer and person I am today.
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I like your role model selections and I too admire some of them. I think I put any creativity I had on hold after the birth of my kids but I seem to be finding it again. My mentors have been the women of Downton Abbey, lol. And mom.
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Those are some women to have as role models! Strong women for sure.
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Oh, my, I was always creative! Having kids gave me the opportunity to spread it around- my children are just as inspired and amazing. My relatives gave me inspiration and direction to be all I could be.
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I definitely became more crafty after i had my kids. I have always looked up to my Mom.
These are all amazing role models!! I probably would have too many to list out I get to work with some amazing women.
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I definitely agree that a mom is a great role model. My mom is one of my biggest role models and great with advice!
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Now that I think about it, my creativity did spike after having kids. That is such a crazy realization.
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I used to watch KImora Lee Simomons on TV and thought she was a fine lady. I also admire Tori Spelling based from what I saw on her show.
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My mentor is my personal trainer. She is so inspiring and motivating to me. I’m still working on the creativity factor lol
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I think it’s so important to have mentors regardless of where you are in your journey. I think having kids forced me to dream bigger because I knew what I wanted them to have in life, which meant I was going to have to do things differently. My favorite mommas and BFF’s in my head are Tia & Tamera #LOVEthem 🙂
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That’s awesome! I love the quote too. Mentors are soo important.
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I didn’t launch my website until after my second child. I like your selection of role models.
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It’s nice to find/read about women who serve to inspire. My mentor was my gram, she was an amazing woman!
My creativity tanked after having kids. But I will say that I have more now that I’m getting some sleep
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To be honest, I don’t look at Celebrities as role models. Maybe because they live a different lifestyle. Those ladies that you chose seem like great moms.
I don’t find celebrities to be mentors at all and I don’t follow any really either. As for mentors, I like to take inspiration from my fellow mummy bloggers, they are amazing ladies!
I can understand your reasons for picking these moms. I got to interview Jessica Alba once and she was the sweetest!
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Hi Camesha, I really enjoyed learning more about these Mama Moguls – it is very inspiring and smart on their parts and on yours to watch and learn – My own mentors have been business coaches that helped me discover who I am and what I wanted to do – thank you for asking 🙂
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I’m not a mom as of yet, but I can definitely see why moms are considered role models. Especially the ones you chose, I couldn’t imagine handing a home and a business at the same time.
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thess are some great picks for role models!! I absolutely love Kimora!!! She’s a role model of mine too!!! A mommy and a total boss chick, I just love it!
To be honest I think my creativity got less after having kiddos. I don’t really have a mentor except one special woman I consider my mom.
My role model is my grandmother. She’s done so much in her life for others and there;s no other person on this earth I look up to more.
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I have deep admiration for women like Jessica Simpson, Jessica Alba, and Fergie. They prove that you can still be a mom and make your dream career into a living reality.
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I think it is great that these women are making a success for themselves. I think MOtherhod can send some women on the right path to finding their passions.
My role models are my mom and my older sister. They have both been good in everything they do and they always do their best to support each and everyone in the family.
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These mamas have accomplished a great deal (motherwise and businesswise) – they are quite inspirational. Side note: that’s a great picture of Kimora Lee Simmons.
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You are so right about Jessica Simpson! It doesn’t matter that she hasn’t had a hit album recently, and I am loving what she is doing lately!
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I’ve always been creative. My mentor has been my father. He raised my sisters and I, so it’s much different than choosing a female mentor… lol
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You know, I really did get more creative after becoming a mama. I never thought about that before! As for role models, you chose a fabulous set of women!
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Those are some great role models! I’ve always been my own mentor with the help of my fiance of course! Thank you for sharing.
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Haha I guess a lot of things happens when women became mothers and mom’s are always the best role model. 🙂
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