MHM Pulse Check week of June 29th

From Makeup Bags to Grocery Hauls: These Mamas Are Building Empires

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Brittany Plumeri
July 03, 2025

Hey Mama,

You’re not just a mom—you’re a powerhouse. And this week’s stories? Total proof. We’re diving into the creative grit and unapologetic drive of two incredible women who turned their passions into full-blown businesses.

Let’s get into it:

🎧 This Week’s Episodes

🛍 Mama’s Got a One-Stop Shop (Monday)

Cat (@oneshopwithcat) went from burnout on big-name delivery platforms to building a thriving personal concierge biz—on her own terms. We talk:

  • Leaving Instacart & Shipt to build something better

  • Why relationships are her brand’s superpower

  • How she uses anxiety to fuel laser-sharp focus and next-level service

If you’ve ever wanted a business that flexes around your family—and actually lights you up—this one is a must-listen.

💄 Mama’s Got a Makeover (Thursday)

Jamie (@makeupbyjamielo) didn’t grow up dreaming of being a makeup artist—but when the pandemic turned her world upside down, she picked up a brush and turned it into her purpose. She chats about:

  • Balancing motherhood while running a beauty biz

  • Setting clear boundaries and walking away from draining clients

  • The importance of believing in your work before others do

Her story is for the mamas who feel called to create something beautiful—even when life is messy.

✨ This Week’s Hustle Idea: Personal Concierge Service for Busy Moms

What it is: A flexible service where you offer grocery runs, party pickups, clothing hauls, and last-minute errands for families in your community. Think Instacart—but with heart.

3 Steps to Get Started:

  1. Start small. Text your network and offer 1:1 services like grocery delivery or gift runs.

  2. Create a basic booking system. A Google Form or Calendly page with time slots is perfect to start.

  3. Go the extra mile. Add a personal touch—dog treats, thank-you cards, a surprise piece of candy for the kids.

Bonus: You get to set your own hours and work with families who appreciate you.

Your Reminder of the Week

“You don’t have to go viral to make an impact. You just have to start helping one person. Then another. And another. That’s how empires are built.”

Keep showing up in your way, at your pace. We’re building something real here.

XO,
Brittany
Host of Money Hungry Mama
🎧 https://stan.store/Themoneyhungrymama
📲 [Follow on IG @themoneyhungrymama]