Signs you’re a parent and an entrepreneur
You’ve created a Canva graphic while hiding in the loo.
You’ve brainstormed a product line while unloading the dishwasher.
You’ve pitched yourself mentally 14 times before breakfast.
If this sounds familiar, you might be a business owner in disguise. Or, at the very least, an entrepreneur with parenting responsibilities and LOTS of potential.
But here’s the thing: most parents who have what it takes to build a business rarely call themselves “entrepreneurs.”The word feels too egotistical and masculine: “I sold a start-up for 8 figures and now I live on a boat.” Yuk.
However, you’ve got the ideas, the energy (well… some days), and the mindset to build something of your own. Read on for seven signs you’re an entrepreneur in waiting:
1. You get bored easily.
You’ve never been the type to coast. You like a challenge. You crave variety. You need something that stretches you. Which is great because if there’s one thing entrepreneurship isn’t, it’s boring!
2. Money motivates you.
Not in a shallow way. But let’s be honest, financial freedom feels really appealing when you’re raising children and tired of budgeting your life around someone else’s salary structure.
Profit isn’t a dirty word. If you dream of earning more (and deciding how and when you do it), self-employment could be your next good move.
3. You can handle chaos. In fact, you might even thrive in it.
Let’s face it - parenting is relentless. You’ve learned to pivot mid-meltdown, negotiate with feral toddlers, and solve 14 problems before 9 a.m. Adaptability is key, and resilience is a must. Fail to forward plan, and you’re done!
Running a business isn’t that different. Unpredictable? Yes. But you’ve already got the mindset and skills for it.
4. You’ve always made your own rules.
“Don’t tell me what to do.”
“Thanks for the feedback, but I’ll do it my way.”
If you’ve ever been told you’re “a bit much” in a corporate job or struggled with authority that doesn’t make sense, congratulations: you have classic founder energy.
Business ownership might be where you finally feel at home.
5. You’ve created entire businesses (in your head) while cooking dinner.
The online shop. The baby product. The workshop idea. The membership community. The podcast.
You’ve built empires in your mind while managing the daily grind. That’s not daydreaming. That’s your entrepreneurial brain warming up.
6. You spot gaps in the market without trying.
That baby toy could be better. The café needs a community board. Soft play centres are crying out for better communications.
You see what could be improved — not because you’re critical, but because you think like a creator. That’s instinct you can trust.
7. The word “entrepreneur” gives you the ick.
Same.
But guess what? I don’t know a single self-employed person who loves the word, and they’re all out here building amazing businesses.
You don’t have to call yourself an entrepreneur to be one. You just have to start.
Guess what? You don’t have to choose between business and being a present parent.
If you’re reading this thinking, “Okay… maybe this is me?” we should talk.
Because building a business that supports your family life doesn’t have to mean burning out, selling your soul, or going viral on TikTok.
It means:
Working in a way that makes sense for your rhythm.
Creating success that feels like yours.
Being a present parent and a powerful business owner - at the same time.
I’m Faye, and I coach parents who want to play big in business while showing up fully at home. I’m the same as you. I run an automotive PR consulting business while single parenting three children.
Let’s make your “maybe one day” business your reality.