I met Stephanie when I started vlogging last year. I had heard about a site that was for moms to upload the videos and share advice, funny stories, reviews, you name it, all in one safe place, NewBaby.com. Later Stephanie and Maria Bailey launched MomTv, where you can watch videos on anything and everything and even see live shows…my LIVE show, The Hula Shake starts August 4th! Be sure to tune in!
Let’s meet one half of the awesome due that created MomTv…Stephanie Connors!
Your Name: Stephanie Connors
Your company’s name: MomTV and NewBaby.com
Your URL: http://www.momtv.com
Twitter name: @MomTV
Have a facebook page? http://www.facebook.com/pages/MomTV/111094486069
Describe your site: MomTV’s community for sharing video, audio, photos, and text blogs with other Moms and our LIVE streaming shows *over 40 now* by moms for moms with topics from fitness to cooking, parenting to multiples, saving money to knitting and more. We also enable moms to use MomTV as a platform to connect with other moms in real live video chats so they can share their passions and knowledge with others.
You are a woman entrepreneur…how did you get started, what made you take the plunge and go into biz on your own? I am a WAHM who for years worked out of the home in sales and marketing for start-up technology for media and consumer clients. I initiated and led over 30 product launches with world-wide responsibility for sales, marketing and support. I love technology and have been on the Internet since 1994 and used the latest technology to build presence with new media, digital publishing and Web 2.0 tools. MomTV was born from working with a client: NewBaby.com and watching how moms were embracing blogging, video blogging and twitter – it was only natural to get them together for LIVE video and MomTV was born.
What would be your number 1 piece of advice to other women looking to start a business of their own? Research the idea on Google. Create a brief powerpoint presentation that lists out what you are “selling” and then share it with friends whom you trust to get their feedback. Refine your idea and create a business plan with goals – it does not have to be iron clad but it needs to list out how you are going to market, what your value proposition is, what are the calls to action (what will make people click to buy etc) and get trademarked if you can.
Do you have kids? Yes am blessed with a beautiful and intelligent son and sweet daughter.
If so, how do you balance working for yourself and family? sometimes, there is none. Hard to be balanced without your family supporting you – so, make them a believer, engage them in what you are doing, and walk away for 3 hours to take them to the park or a movie… life is too darn short!
Let’s have fun…
What’s your favorite quote? “Well-behaved women rarely make history” Laurel Thatcher Ulrich
What do you do to make time for you? Massage – 1 hour of peace, quiet and reflection
What is one place you dream of traveling to? Bora Bora
What is one thing you never leave home without? my cell phone
What song would you play to get you pumped up for a big business day? I am Woman – Carly Simon
Let’s get crazy…
What is one daring thing you’d add to your bucket list? (ie sky diving, scuba diving, getting a tattoo etc etc) Maybe you’ve already done it! Share! Getting a Tattoo and I got it and am getting another one soon… OOOOh! My friends all died and one even said, “Do you know that’s permanent?” Yeah, seriously. It is a Mom and baby dolphin jumping out of the water – I’m a sailor and they are good luck… next one will be a mermaid with starfish under her and down my arm…. crazy me.
Let’s get smart…
What are you reading right now? I read so much business trade, hate to say my pleasure is murder mysteries and Williams-Sonoma catalogs!
What is your fave book of all time? On the Beach – Nevil Shute, read it in high school and never forgot it – chilling story about an Australian town awaiting death from the effects of an atomic war. Scared me so much – made me want to travel to Australia (I did in 2005 for 2 weeks). I think this novel should be read by everyone – you will think twice about your choices.
What are three web sites you must visit each day? Or what are your fave blogs/business blogs? I love to visit the community at MomTV to see what new videos and postings there are from hundreds of mom bloggers, I read through the over 100 mom bloggers that I follow on my Google Reader, and I visit Media Post or eMarketer – so I can keep up with what’s going on in business.
I’ll be sharing my Blogher videos over at MomTv and I bet a bunch of others will too, so hop on over and check them out! Thanks Stephanie for creating these fantastic outlets for Moms!
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Thanks Sara! Loved sharing more about me and look forward to meeting more moms over at MomTV!!! Have fun at BlogHer!
Great interview! Thanks for sharing tips about getting started in business. I am checking out that book! It sounds really interesting….
.-= Tracy D´s last blog ..Potty Time! =-.
Oh yeah…. My name is Tracy and I am a mom, a blogger and an aspiring freelance writer. When I find the time! LOL I plan to check out MomTV sometime soon.
.-= Tracy D´s last blog ..Potty Time! =-.
Hi Sarah and Stephanie!!
I’m Cheryl, a 28 year old mom to 2 girls who sometimes drive me to drink. ;) I could definitely VLOG that stuff!!! Great interview too, I do have a blog, but it’s still relatively new…
.-= Cheryl´s last blog ..A blast from MY past!! =-.
Hi Steph,
I’m MJ from SC. I teach kindergarten.
mj.coward[at]gmail.com
Hey Stephanie! Can’t wait to head over to MomTv when I get a few minutes (I’m moving this week and things are CRAZY!!) and check out all the neat videos! Congrats on your tatto – and wanting more. I have several and am always thinking of my next one – they are totally addictive!
.-= kate´s last blog ..Birth Stories – If You Read One You’ve Read Them All Part 3 – Sophie =-.
Hi Stephanie!
Really enjoying MomTv. GREAT idea! Love it! I’m Kasey from All Things Mamma!
.-= Kasey´s last blog ..Wordless Wednesday =-.
Hi Stephanie! Great interview, it’s good to “meet” you!!
.-= hairstyles for girls´s last blog ..French Fishbraid Options =-.
What a fun interview. Love your favorite quote! It’s fun to meet you :)
-Tiffany from Babes and Kids
.-= Tiffany´s last blog ..The Children’s Place Monster Sale =-.
Hi Stephanie!
My name is Tania and I’m the mom of 4 great kids. Learning the business side of things is turning into a great little adventure!
I’m excited that I found a new community to look through and learn from.
.-= Tania´s last blog ..Working On It =-.
Hi there Stephanie! My name is Sandy! What a great interview! I am so glad to meet you!
.-= Sandy´s last blog ..Great News! =-.
Hey there~I appreciate your thoughts and many of the things you said rang true for me too! I will definitely try to spend as much time with my little one as possible.
Twitter: TheShoppingMama
July 22, 2009 at 7:45 pm
Great interview. I love the Laurel Thatcher Ulrich quote! I need to be better about setting aside specific time to hang with my family because , you’re right, life is too short and family is number one.
I really need to get my booty over to MomTV and check it out. Looking forward to The Ohana Mama show!
.-= The Shopping Mama´s last blog ..Wordless Wednesday: Sweet Nursery =-.
Hi Stephanie & Sarah! Great interview, I’ll have to check out Momtv sometime! It’s nice to “meet” you! :)
.-= Stefanie´s last blog ..Non Blogher Party (R.S.V.P. Please!) =-.
Hi Stephanie! It was great getting to know a little more about you!
.-= Gena Morris´s last blog ..Behind The Badge…Tell Me Your Story =-.
Hi Stephanie! MomTv looks like a great resource of information! I look forward to taking advantage of all the wonderful combined knowledge there!
.-= Michelle´s last blog ..A Thousand Words Thursday – Nature’s Beauty =-.
Hi Stephanie! Nice to meet you :)
I love your fave quote stephanie! how is true is that!
I have gotten on momtv a couple times, even not havign kids, videos are always fun, and you can always learn soemthing!
.-= karissa´s last blog ..Save 20% off celluFIGHT, and celluFIGHT review! =-.
Hi Stephanie! Enjoyed reading your interview.
Hi! Loved the interview!
.-= Bella´s last blog ..I’m featured on Things Mommys Love! =-.
Hi Stephanie,
Thank you for sharing. I am just getting started in the blog world while working crazy hours outside home, then coming home to a terrific toddler and husband.
Will go a check out Momtv next.
.-= ohmmommy´s last blog ..Pedoodles: Good for Their Feet and the Earth! =-.
Hi Stephanie!
I just started reading Mom blogs and even though I don’t have children yet, I learn a ton and enjoy meeting new people so thank you for all the tips =)
Hi Stephanie and Sarah,
I am Auntrene from Ohio, I have a home daycare.. Busy with kiddos.. gotta run, Have a great day!
.-= Maureen´s last blog ..I Didn’t want to believe it was True!!! =-.
Twitter: ThriftyChicMom
July 23, 2009 at 4:21 am
Hi Stephanie I am Ellen at Thrifty & Chic Mom I would love to add to your Mom tv site if I win this Vado!
.-= Thrifty & Chic Mom´s last blog ..Brainy Baby DVD FREE ( only s & h) =-.
Twitter: vickiecouturier
July 23, 2009 at 4:25 am
Hi Stephanie, what great information,I dont have a blog yet,but ive been thinking about it seriously,I feel like I may have a lot to offer on different topics,im a 53 yr old Mother of 6! (2 grown bio)(3 grown step)(1 adopted at age 16) an now 5 grandchildren ages 9y,4y,18m,12m,6m so I think ive got every age group an situation covered,lol
Hi Stephanie, my name is Meredith but everyone calls me Merri. I am getting married in September and look fwd to having children soon after, thanks for all the information! I’m sure I’ll need it.
Hi Stephanie! Great interview! I met your business partner, Maria Bailey, at the NewBaby studios in Boca Raton a few years ago. NewBaby was just getting started, and I taped some segments on parenting twins. I’m a parenting author and Chicken Soup for the Soul editor, and publish a parenting blog. Thanks for all you do to help moms manage life!
.-= Susan Heim´s last blog ..Toddler Interpreter: Teaching Sign Language to Your Hearing Child (Giveaway) =-.
Hi Stephanie,
I enjoyed reading your interesting interview. I am a mother of two myself. I have a 5 year old vivacious boy and a 2 year old energetic little girl. I have a tatoo as well and was pleasantly surprised to learn that you will be getting a second one. Good for you!!
great interview and tips. wanted to say Hi! nice to meet u.
I stopped by and said hi and I learned that she is a WAHM who for years worked out of the home in sales and marketing for start-up technology for media and consumer clients. she initiated and led over 30 product launches with world-wide responsibility for sales, marketing and support. she loves technology and has been on the Internet since 1994 and used the latest technology to build presence with new media, digital publishing and Web 2.0 tools.
Twitter: amyndavid87
July 23, 2009 at 7:41 am
Hi I’m Amy! Great interview! I am pregnant with my first! I’m 25 weeks and 6 days! It’s a girl!!
.-= Amy´s last blog ..25 Weeks Pregnant =-.
I really enjoyed the interview. I’m Heather and a mom of a 16 month old little boy named Connor and have another little boy named Micah that is due September 4th. I blog but only for family and friends right now that don’t get to see our kids growing up here in town.
Nice interview – thanks for taking the time!
Hi Sarah!
Hi Stephanie!
My name is Cathi and my husband and I blog at “The Way I See It Too”. We love to travel, garden and follow current events. We relish the blessing of having our grandchildren at our home more days in the week than not.
I had a delightful times checking out Mom TV and registering my membership.
I’m excited to view more of the Holiday & Travel Channel and the Home and Garden Channel.
I was surprised to read that you Stephanie have been on the computer since 1994. Kudos to you!! I wasn’t even aware of the computer back then. We didn’t get our first one until 9/26/1997. Now we have a desk top and four laptops. LOL!!
I love to know more about the 30 products you launched. You’re right up there in my Hero/Mentor status!!
.-= Cathi ~ The Way I See It Too´s last blog ..I love a good laugh! =-.
Hi Stephanie,
My name is Bridget & I’m a huge Blogher fan.
Awesome interview! Nice to meet you Stephanie! Oh and I must add that’s one of my favorite quotes too! My name is Amy, I am almost 27, mom to two, step mom to two, new at blogging and an aspiring actress (still lol). Mom TV sounds great!
Just recently started following blogs, and it’s a real blast-and totally addictive! Never thought about getting a tattoo until my Grandson was born and my Son had the baby’s footprint tattoo’d over his heart….. I just may put that on MY ‘bucket list’!
1955nursehjc4me@myway.com
Hi Stephanie,
I’m Kimberly from TN.I have been married 14 years this past July 1st and have one son (CJ ) who turns 4 in September.
Things important to me are God, family,my son ,children activities, & Adoption.
Things fun for me are home decor,scrapbooking,crafting,thrifting,garage sales,shopping for my son and much more.
I’m just a southern girl who loves sweet ice tea,front porches and meeting new friends.
I live for my son and husband and we hope to adopt a baby girl one day also.
Loved the interview and the idea for MomTV, I hope to be Vlogging soon!
Oops hit submit before I was finished. I am a former Sales and Marketing assistant for a hotel. I have always loved working in unique and interesting ways to help companies promote their ideas. I am a Mother now and love being the behind the scenes promoter of my child.
Hello, Trin from Alabama. Mother of two. Great to meet u.
Hi, Stephanie! Nice to meet you! I LOVE your site….I’ve visited a few of the shows, and love them! I’m a thirty-something Christian wife and mom of 2, part-time grad student, and Reading Specialist. Can’t wait to get to know you better!
.-= Christi´s last blog ..Boy, what a day! =-.
Hi Stephanie! It’s nice to “meet” you. Wow – tattoos! That takes guts!
Great to meet you Stephanie! I’ve had a few business ideas and never knew how to get started. Thanks for the tips!
Casey Becher
.-= Casey Becher´s last blog ..Soccer Camp =-.
Great post, best of luck to Stephanie. My name is Michelle, I’m a single Momprenuer with an online home decorating store, HomeTreasureCove
.-= Michelle Radcliff´s last blog ..New Bedding & Bamboo Linens! =-.
I adored this interview. It makes me feel like I am not the only one out there trying to keep up her own venture and raise a family.
Hey Stephanie, awesome interview. I love to read and I’d never heard of the book On the Beach. I’m quite curious now. My name is Lauren…I’m not a mom myself (yet) but I have a friend that is about to become one so I’m very interesting in all things mommy/baby these days in honor of her. :)
Thanks for sharing your story.
-Lauren
.-= ShootingStarsMag´s last blog ..I’m in a BOOK! =-.
I just found out about MomTV. I can’t wait to check in out.
.-= Amy @ Girlfriends Get Real´s last blog ..Happy Friday =-.
Hi Stephanie! My name is Tanya. What a great, inspirational interview, it’s very nice to “meet” you!! I’ve had a few business ideas and never knew how to get them off the ground and running. Thanks for the tips!MomTv looks like a great resource for families! I look forward to taking advantage of all the wonderfully collective advice from there!
Twincere(at)gmail(dot)com
.-= Tanya W.´s last blog ..Welcome to Multiple Blessings: Mommy’s Multiple Mayhem =-.
Twitter: AnnAgain66
July 24, 2009 at 2:34 pm
Well ‘Hello’ Stephanie,
I really enjoyed your interview! You are so right about walking away for a while. As long as I make one-on-one/actually look them in the eye when talking time, it helps my family understand I also enjoy my time on the computer.
.-= Ann Harrison´s last blog ..Virtual GNO – Getting Creative + 2 Giveaways! =-.
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