The Melissa Koehler Show

I am NOT a cook. Being in the kitchen is not one of my gifts, but the fall is a very full season for our family so I have to plan our meals or we will end up at the drive-thru every night 🤣 Can you relate?! Listen, there is no guilt or shame here because we have all been there!

Whether you love meal planning, want to get better at it, or just need some inspiration for cozy fall recipes, this episode is for YOU! Grab your recipe books + let’s get started! 🍂

In this episode we talk about:

🌮 Themed meal days - what they are and how they support my family in busy seasons

✨ Why it is important to have a meal routine WITH flexibility

🍲 Why I plan one meal for family dinner (not different meals for each person based on likes and dislikes)

Links to all the things mentioned:

• The Busy Mom’s Guide To Meal Planning

• Simple Tips For Busy Moms

• Grab one of my other Free Offers!

Connect with Melissa:

• Instagram | @mkoehler

• Personal Website | melissakoehler.net

• Podcast Blog Post I Coming soon!

This podcast was produced by Pivot Media Co.

As women, it can be hard to feel like we are choosing between our work or our family. Running a business with children in the mix can feel like walking on a tightrope – a tough balancing act! Even hearing the word hustle can stir up some negative feelings, but I truly believe you can hustle in a much healthier way when you set firm boundaries and clear goals. Tune into today’s conversation as we navigate together what it can look like to manage our time well while giving ourselves grace.

Remember, if you have felt this way, you are not alone! We are all on this learning journey together. I firmly believe that you can be a great mom AND a great business owner 💞You are doing better than you think you are mama! You can be present in every area of your life. Let’s push ourselves outside of our comfort zones and navigate this hustle era well.

In this episode, we talk about:

💻 How to show the importance of hard work + commitment to your children

💫 Managing the gap between expectations and reality

🙌 Setting firm boundaries and clear goals to hustle healthier

Links to all the things mentioned:

• 5 Things Your Business Needs From You
• Check out all the things I offer (free + paid!)

Connect with Melissa:

• Instagram | @mkoehler
• Personal Website | melissakoehler.net
• Podcast Blog Post I Coming Soon!

This podcast was produced by Pivot Media Co.

It’s that time of year when we are shifting out of a summer mindset and into a fall mindset! 🍁Every time there is a change in the season, there are a few things we do in our family to make sure we are staying healthy, becoming consistent in routines, and overall starting each new season well.

From healthy sleep routines and wise nutrition choices to protecting your immune system and mental health, I believe these tips will help you to enjoy this fall season to the fullest! These simple reminders have been a game changer in our home and I hope it inspires you to start some new routines in the new season.

In this episode, we talk about:

💤How to adapt to sleep and wake routines transitioning from summer to fall

❤️‍🩹Caring for your family’s immune system during the colder seasons

💭 What your body needs to reduce stress + maintain healthy cortisol levels

Links to all the things mentioned:

• 5 Things Your Business Needs From You

• Check out all the things I offer (free + paid!)

Connect with Melissa:

• Instagram | @mkoehler

• Personal Website | melissakoehler.net

• Podcast Blog Post I Coming Soon!

This podcast was produced by Pivot Media Co.

When this time of the year comes around, I focus on creating simple routines that keep our family in a healthy flow. And while my kids may not always agree with some of the routines, they know what to expect + align with them, as long as I keep them consistent. ♥️

So in this episode, I want to talk about healthy schedules + routines that keep things flowing well for us – from meal planning, packing school lunches, and healthy habits. In our home, we encourage our kids to build healthy habits because we want to empower them to take responsibility for themselves. I hope that by sharing what we do in our home, you leave this episode inspired to establish routines that work best for your family in this season.

In this episode we talk about:

🥘 How meal planning brings sanity to you AND your family (+ ways I include my kids in the planning)

🎒Why I empower my kids to pack their own lunches

✨ Allowing your kids to create healthy habits will give them a sense of responsibility

Links to all the things mentioned:

• Making Meals Easy For Busy Moms
• Grab one of my other Free Offers!

Connect with Melissa:

• Instagram | @mkoehler
• Personal Website | melissakoehler.net
• Podcast Blog Post

This podcast was produced by Pivot Media Co.

Do you enjoy routines? If you are like me, then you know how powerful they can be to your mental health, your family flow, and your business. Routines keep you organized, create a flow so everyone knows what to expect, and ultimately help you stay sane (especially if you have kids with full schedules, like me!) … Or maybe you are listening to this because you want to figure out how to establish a routine in your home or business so that you CAN experience some sanity.

Whether you have established routines, want to switch up your routines, or need someone to help you get started, I’ve got you covered! I am sharing all my tips around routines – setting them AND keeping them. So grab something to take notes with, and let’s get started!

In this episode we talk about:

💪 What 75 hard taught me about water intake, exercise, and more

💻 Getting into a routine with your business after slower seasons

✨ Boundaries, boundaries, boundaries … why you need them and how to keep them!

📅 What a family hub is and how it’s helped our family SO much in busier seasons!

Links to all the things mentioned:

• Simple Swaps For Clean Living
• Mastering the Art of Starting A Side Gig
• Grab one of my other Free Offers!

Connect with Melissa:

• Instagram | @mkoehler
• Personal Website | melissakoehler.net
• Podcast Blog Post I Coming soon!

This podcast was produced by Pivot Media Co.

It’s back-to-school season! And like me, you may feel torn. You love the freedom of summer schedules and the lighter routines but you also look forward to getting back into a rhythm and are craving some organization in your home. Can you relate??

I got you! We are going to talk about resetting routines in today’s episode. But it’s not just about resetting a routine for the sake of it. The routines I set support my family's wellness as we go into the school year. I am covering a variety of areas that I hope inspire YOU to prepare your home, family, and wellness for the school season.

In this episode we talk about:

💤 Sleep - why it is important for your kids AND for you

🍲 Navigating family dinners in busy seasons and the roles each family member plays in our meal times

✨Being the gatekeeper of your home and how routines will support you in that role

Links to all the things mentioned:

• Simple Tips for Busy Moms

• Making Meals Easy For Busy Moms

• Grab one of my other Free Offers!

Connect with Melissa:

• Instagram | @mkoehler

• Personal Website | melissakoehler.net

• Podcast Blog Post I Coming soon!

This podcast was produced by Pivot Media Co.

Welcome back to another episode of “The Direct Dish”! I am so excited to wrap up this series on 100 lessons from 100 episodes. In case you missed it, in episodes 100 and 101 I shared the first 66 lessons I’ve learned over the past few years of being a podcaster. And today I’m sharing the final 34 lessons – all things I’ve learned as a mother and entrepreneur, or nuggets of wisdom that have been taught to me by guests I’ve had on the podcast. I hope you take away something today that inspires and encourages you in your business, motherhood, and beyond! And I cannot wait for the next 100 episodes as we uncover all the truths to running a business and raising a family with joy! 

In this episode you’ll hear: 

⏲️ My “Take 20” approach to time management

🙅‍♀️ Disengaging from hustle culture in my business

🏡 Tips for creating your happiest, healthiest home

Links to all the things mentioned: 

• Ep 101 I 100 Lessons from 100 Episodes - Part 2
• Ep 100 I 100 Lessons from 100 Episodes - Part 1
• Free Smartphone Photography Course

Connect with Melissa:

• Instagram | @mkoehler
• Instagram | @theoilerycollective
• Personal Website | melissakoehler.net
• Read more about this episode HERE!

This podcast was produced by Pivot Media Co.

Welcome back to another episode of “The Direct Dish”! I am so excited to wrap up this series on 100 lessons from 100 episodes. In case you missed it, in episodes 100 and 101 I shared the first 66 lessons I’ve learned over the past few years of being a podcaster. And today I’m sharing the final 34 lessons – all things I’ve learned as a mother and entrepreneur, or nuggets of wisdom that have been taught to me by guests I’ve had on the podcast. I hope you take away something today that inspires and encourages you in your business, motherhood, and beyond! And I cannot wait for the next 100 episodes as we uncover all the truths to running a business and raising a family with joy! 

In this episode you’ll hear: 

⏲️ My “Take 20” approach to time management

🙅‍♀️ Disengaging from hustle culture in my business

🏡 Tips for creating your happiest, healthiest home

Links to all the things mentioned: 

• Ep 101 I 100 Lessons from 100 Episodes - Part 2
• Ep 100 I 100 Lessons from 100 Episodes - Part 1
• Free Smartphone Photography Course

Connect with Melissa:

• Instagram | @mkoehler
• Instagram | @theoilerycollective
• Personal Website | melissakoehler.net
• Read more about this episode HERE!

This podcast was produced by Pivot Media Co.

Welcome to another episode of The Direct Dish podcast! I am so excited to keep the lessons coming as we dive into part 2 of my "100 Lessons from 100 Episodes" series. In case you missed it, last week I shared the first 33 lessons I’ve learned over the past few years of being a podcaster, and today I’m sharing the next 33! These are all lessons that I’ve learned as a mother and an entrepreneur or nuggets of wisdom that have been taught to me by guests I’ve had on the podcast. I hope you hear something here today that inspires and encourages you in your business, motherhood, and beyond!

In this episode you’ll hear: 

💯 100 lessons I’ve learned since starting this podcast

💭 Daring to dream bigger (even if it feels impossible!)

📱 Social media tips that have changed my business

Links to all the things mentioned: 

• Ep 100 I 100 Lessons from 100 Episodes - Part 1
• Free Enneagram Type Guide

Connect with Melissa:

• Instagram | @mkoehler
• Instagram | @theoilerycollective
• Personal Website | melissakoehler.net
• Read more about this episode HERE!

This podcast was produced by Pivot Media Co.

Welcome back to another episode of The Direct Dish! But not just any episode – can you believe this is the 100th episode?! Over the past two years of hosting a podcast, I thought I was showing up here to teach you what I’ve learned about life and business. But I’ve found that I’ve learned a thing or two along the way as well 😉 And so I present to you: 100 lessons from 100 episodes, a 3-part series! Because of your belief in me and my belief in you, I am able to show up here each week. I cannot wait for the next 100 episodes as we uncover all the truths to running a business and raising a family with joy!

In this episode you’ll hear: 

💯 100 lessons I’ve learned since starting this podcast

🛑 Stop comparing someone’s middle to your beginning

❓ Why your “why” is so critical to your business

Links to all the things mentioned: 

• Free Smartphone Photography Course

Connect with Melissa:

• Instagram | @mkoehler
• Instagram | @theoilerycollective
• Personal Website | melissakoehler.net
• Read more about this episode HERE!

This podcast was produced by Pivot Media Co.