The Organized Mom Podcast

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The Organized Mom Podcast by Imani DaCosta & Co. is all about Entrepreneurship, Motherhood, Organized Biz Tips and Wellness. This podcast will focus on Imani's Journey and the journey of those in her Community that are working toward creating the life they love and deserve while healing and finding balance. Don't forget to follow on instagram @imani.dacosta.co and @theorganizedmompodcast With so much love & gratitude, ENJOY!

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June 11, 2026Episode 2128 min

S4 Episode 21: The Honest Roadmap $0 to Consistent income online

In this episode of the Organized Mom Podcast, Imani introduces a six-part mini training series on going from $0 to consistent online income in 2026–2027. In “phase zero,” she tells aspiring entrepreneurs to stop researching and start deciding, debunking myths around passive income, faceless content, and trendy models like dropshipping and Amazon FBA, emphasizing audience, trust, active work, vetted mentorship, and other realities. She stresses mindset/identity, health, and intentional investing, then advises starting by identifying a real problem you understand.00:00 Intro00:14 Sponsor Message00:43 No More Excuses With AI01:44 Build a Real Content Ecosystem02:29 Use AI to Clarify Your Niche03:06 Show Up Imperfectly on Social03:52 Free Learning Before Mentors05:07 How to Vet Online Mentors06:46 No Shortcuts Just Work08:23 New Income Streams Explained09:57 Designing a 15 Hour Week11:18 2026 Is Your Launch Year12:02 DacostAcademy Details 13:32 Final Thoughts Links to all programs, services & social media:The Caribbean Note App WAITLIST HEREImani DaCosta Links Page: www.imanidacosta.com/linksGet your FREE Virtual Assistant Informational Guide HEREApply to DaCostAcademy September 2026 Cohort HERE: Purchase the Virtual Assistant Starter Guide HERE Want to be on the podcast? Fill out this inquiry form HERE⁠Thank you for your continuous love and support 🌻

May 7, 2026Episode 2016 min

S4 Episode 20: You have no more excuses

In this episode of the Organized Mom Podcast, Imani argues that AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and Perplexity remove barriers to starting a business and urges listeners to focus on showing up, building a personal brand, and creating offers rather than obsessing over aesthetics. She advises using AI to refine ideas, define an ideal audience, and create strategic social content that markets a product or service, while warning against mentors who sell lifestyles, shortcuts, or quick-money claims. She emphasizes discipline, learning through free resources, and mentorship to understand the full online business ecosystem.00:00 Intro00:14 Sponsor Message00:43 No More Excuses With AI01:44 Build a Real Content Ecosystem02:29 Use AI to Clarify Your Niche03:06 Show Up Imperfectly on Social03:52 Free Learning Before Mentors05:07 How to Vet Online Gurus06:46 No Shortcuts Just Work08:23 New Income Streams Explained09:57 Designing a 15 Hour Week11:18 2026 Is Your Launch Year12:02 Join the DacostAcademy13:32 Final Thoughts Links to all programs, services & social media:The Caribbean Note App WAITLIST HEREImani DaCosta Links Page: www.imanidacosta.com/linksGet your FREE Virtual Assistant Informational Guide HEREApply to DaCostAcademy September 2026 Cohort HERE: Purchase the Virtual Assistant Starter Guide HERE Want to be on the podcast? Fill out this inquiry form HERE⁠Thank you for your continuous love and support 🌻

April 30, 2026Episode 1913 min

S4 Episode 19: The way of working is OVER. What to do now!

In this episode of the Organized Mom Podcast, Imani then argues that the traditional path of college-to-job-to-home no longer works amid rising costs, inflation, and job insecurity. She describes millennials struggling to afford housing even while making six figures, widespread burnout and mental health issues, and people working multiple jobs or living with family to survive. Imani urges listeners to stop relying on government support or a single employer and instead use any 9–5 as a stepping stone while building entrepreneurship, multiple income streams, and retirement strategies through assets and investments. She shares her own plan to leave New York for better health, environment, and opportunities for her children.00:00 Intro00:14 Sponsor Message00:43 The Old Way Is Dead01:51 Why the System Fails Now03:23 Survival Mode Reality Check04:22 Create Your Own Way04:55 Six Figures Still Burnout06:11 Why I'm Leaving New York08:13 Entrepreneurship Is Required09:11 Use Your Job as a Tool09:36 Retirement Myths and Reality10:57 Build Multiple Income Streams11:48 Resources and Next Steps13:11 Encouragement and Wrap UpLinks to all programs, services & social media:The Caribbean Note App WAITLIST HEREImani DaCosta Links Page: www.imanidacosta.com/linksGet your FREE Virtual Assistant Informational Guide HEREApply to DaCostAcademy September 2026 Cohort HERE: Purchase the Virtual Assistant Starter Guide HERE Want to be on the podcast? Fill out this inquiry form HERE⁠Thank you for your continuous love and support 🌻

April 23, 2026Episode 1813 min

S4 Episode 18: Autism and Discipline

In this episode of the Organized Mom Podcast, Imani discusses autism and discipline amid viral videos and mixed online opinions about punishing older autistic kids. Drawing from her experience with her nearly six-year-old nonverbal, level three autistic son, she says meeting tantrums with aggression backfires, while staying calm and regulated can shorten episodes; strategies that help include clear reminders.00:00 Intro00:13 Sponsor Message 00:43 Autism and Discipline 00:50 Internet Debate and Puberty02:53 My Son’s Autism 03:45 Why Aggression Fails04:34 Calm Tantrum Strategies06:15 Tools for Home and School08:54 Boundaries Without Bribes09:38 Observing Dynamics and Triggers10:24 Choosing the Right Therapists11:21 Professional Help and Wrap UpLinks to all programs, services & social media:The Caribbean Note App WAITLIST HEREImani DaCosta Links Page: www.imanidacosta.com/linksGet your FREE Virtual Assistant Informational Guide HEREApply to DaCostAcademy September 2026 Cohort HERE: Purchase the Virtual Assistant Starter Guide HERE Want to be on the podcast? Fill out this inquiry form HERE⁠Thank you for your continuous love and support 🌻

April 17, 2026Episode 1711 min

S4 Episode 17: I'll only be working 12 hours a week!

In this episode of the Organized Mom Podcast, Imani shares recent lessons on being more present and intentional as a parent and business owner after a trip to London, when she didn’t bring her laptop for the first time in five years. She currently works about 25 hours a week but plans to reduce her hours to 12. She emphasizes factoring in self-care, avoiding autopilot, and prioritizing family and meaningful moments over constant work.00:00 Intro00:13 Sponsor Message00:43 London Trip 01:37 Cut Work Hours Plan02:31 April Business Restructure03:17 Motherhood Time Reality05:28 AI Tools And Systems06:27 Automate And Delegate06:58 May Launches And Community07:41 Stop Hustle Autopilot08:22 Boundaries Devices Offline10:14 Wrap up Links to all programs, services & social media:The Caribbean Note App WAITLIST HEREImani DaCosta Links Page: www.imanidacosta.com/linksGet your FREE Virtual Assistant Informational Guide HEREApply to DaCostAcademy September 2026 Cohort HERE: Purchase the Virtual Assistant Starter Guide HERE Want to be on the podcast? Fill out this inquiry form HERE⁠Thank you for your continuous love and support 🌻

March 16, 2026Episode 1610 min

S4 Episode 16 : Chat GPT or Claude A.I

In this episode of the Organized Mom Podcast, Imani challenges this mindset, “I want to start a business, but I don’t have the money,” and explains why the lack of money is no longer a valid excuse for starting an online business in 2026. With access to free tools, online resources, community support, and creative funding options, starting a business has never been more accessible. She also highlights how AI tools, free educational platforms, and online communities can help aspiring entrepreneurs learn skills, test ideas, and start generating income without high upfront costs. If you’ve been waiting for the “perfect time” or the “perfect amount of money” to start your business, this episode will challenge you to rethink your excuses and take action.00:00 Intro00:13 Sponsor Message00:43 “I Have No Money” Mindset01:57 Exploring Funding Options02:45 My $5K Mentorship Investment03:46 Stop the Excuses05:16 Using Free Tools and AI05:37 AI Learning Example07:33 Start With Free Content08:26 Five Years of Business Lessons09:09 Final ChallengeLinks to all programs, services & social media:The Caribbean Note App WAITLIST HEREImani DaCosta Links Page: www.imanidacosta.com/linksGet your FREE Virtual Assistant Informational Guide HEREApply to DaCostAcademy September 2026 Cohort HERE: Purchase the Virtual Assistant Starter Guide HERE Want to be on the podcast? Fill out this inquiry form HERE⁠Thank you for your continuous love and support 🌻

March 13, 2026Episode 1510 min

S4 Episode 15: I have no money to start a business

In this episode of the Organized Mom Podcast, host Imani challenges this mindset, “I want to start a business, but I don’t have the money,” and explains why the lack of money is no longer a valid excuse for starting an online business in 2026. With access to free tools, online resources, community support, and creative funding options, starting a business has never been more accessible. Imani shares a personal story about investing nearly $5,000 in a mentorship program in 2021 while unemployed and caring for a baby. She also highlights how AI tools, free educational platforms, and online communities can help aspiring entrepreneurs learn skills, test ideas, and start generating income without high upfront costs.If you’ve been waiting for the “perfect time” or the “perfect amount of money” to start your business, this episode will challenge you to rethink your excuses and take action.00:00 Intro00:13 Sponsor Message: The Caribbean Note App00:43 “I Have No Money” Mindset01:57 Exploring Funding Options02:45 My $5K Mentorship Investment03:46 Stop the Excuses05:16 Using Free Tools and AI05:37 AI Learning Example07:33 Start With Free Content08:26 Five Years of Business Lessons09:09 Final ChallengeLinks to all programs, services & social media:The Caribbean Note App WAITLIST HEREImani DaCosta Links Page: www.imanidacosta.com/linksGet your FREE Virtual Assistant Informational Guide HEREApply to DaCostAcademy September 2026 Cohort HERE: Purchase the Virtual Assistant Starter Guide HERE Want to be on the podcast? Fill out this inquiry form HERE⁠Thank you for your continuous love and support 🌻

March 5, 2026Episode 1414 min

S4 Episode 14: Is 2026 the new 2020 for Business owners?

In this episode of the Organized Mom Podcast, Imani explains that many people are returning online due to burnout or job loss, but are creating content without understanding online business, leading to little income despite community growth. She explains how social platforms are best used as free marketing tools rather than relying on platform payouts, and says sustainable income comes from marketing your own products and services. She advises building a real business structure. She encourages listeners to identify gaps in their own communities, use tools like ChatGPT and self-reflection to generate business ideas, and pursue purpose-driven, sustainable entrepreneurship.00:00 Intro00:13 Sponsor Message: The Caribbean Note App00:42 Why 2026 Feels Like the New 2020: The Shift Back to Content Creation01:46 The Big Mistake: Posting Content Without a Real Business Model02:13 Stop Chasing Platform Payouts—Use Social Media as Marketing03:10 What’s Phasing Out04:08 Build Your Foundation04:48 What to Sell in 202606:27 The Next Wave: Hyper-Niche Apps, Owning Platforms & Solving Real Problems07:48 Caribbean Note Origin Story: Building a Parent-Led Solution09:33 Find Your Business Ideas10:35 Purpose Over Trends: Sustainable, Authentic Business for the Long Run11:40 Wrap-UpLinks to all programs, services & social media:The Caribbean Note App WAITLIST HEREImani DaCosta Links Page: www.imanidacosta.com/linksGet your FREE Virtual Assistant Informational Guide HEREApply to DaCostAcademy September 2026 Cohort HERE: Purchase the Virtual Assistant Starter Guide HERE Want to be on the podcast? Fill out this inquiry form HERE⁠Thank you for your continuous love and support 🌻

February 24, 2026Episode 1330 min

S4 Episode 13: USA to Guyana: Online Business & Autism Mom Life with Rondelle Martin

In this episode of the Organized Mom Podcast, Imani interviews Rondelle Martin, a purpose-driven entrepreneur, faith-based coach, and the CEO of R Martin Virtual Assistants and Consulting, who helps faith-based business owners, coaches, and creatives strengthen brand identity through intentional content strategy and design. Rondelle’s story highlights her resilience as she rebuilds her life as a single mom and becomes an expat entrepreneur in Guyana, inspiring women to trust God, embrace new beginnings, and walk boldly in purpose. 00:00 Intro00:14 Sponsor Message: The Caribbean Note App00:42 Meet Rondelle Martin: Purpose-Driven Entrepreneur & CEO02:13 Why She Moved Abroad05:03 Adjusting to Life in Guyana06:50 Navigating Autism Support Outside the U.S.08:39 Choosing Homeschooling12:54 Her Career Before Becoming a VA15:20 Becoming a Virtual Assistant16:29 Creating Multiple Income Streams17:14 Developing an Entrepreneurial Mindset17:32 Losing Her Father & Faith Through Grief22:44 Building a Trusted, Faith-Centered Brand23:40 Advice for Moms Living Abroad27:37 Webinars, Coaching & How to Work with Rondelle29:32 Wrap-Up Links to all programs, services & social media: The Caribbean Note App WAITLIST HEREFollow Rondelle on Instagram & Tik Tok Rondelle’s Websites: www.rmvaconsulting.com www.rondellemartin.com Imani DaCosta Links Page: www.imanidacosta.com/linksGet your FREE Virtual Assistant Informational Guide HEREApply to DaCostAcademy September 2026 Cohort HERE: Purchase the Virtual Assistant Starter Guide HERE Want to be on the podcast? Fill out this inquiry form HERE⁠Thank you for your continuous love and support 🌻

February 12, 2026Episode 1243 min

S4 Episode 12: Healing, Grief, and Raising a Special Needs Child with Desiree Nieves

In this episode of the Organized Mom Podcast, Imani interviews Desiree, a mindful motherhood coach who has transformed her life experiences into a mission to help other mothers. Desiree opens up about her challenging journey as a teen mom, the loss of her mother, and more. She discusses her son's diagnosis and rare genetic condition, and how she navigated these challenges with resilience and mindfulness. Desiree also shares her insights on nervous system regulation, conscious parenting, and self-reclamation. The episode is packed with practical advice and her heartwarming story, offering a deep dive into motherhood, healing, and entrepreneurship.00:00 Introduction 00:13 Sponsor Message: The Caribbean Note App00:44 Introducing Desiree: A Story of Resilience01:58 Desiree's Teenage Years: Struggles and Survival06:36 Motherhood Challenges and Postpartum Depression12:03 Eden's Early Development and Diagnosis18:12 Navigating Life with Eden's Rare Condition22:09 Lessons from Motherhood23:33 Navigating Pregnancy Fears26:33 Sibling Dynamics29:14 Embracing a New Pregnancy32:12 Honoring her Mother's Legacy33:17 Turning Healing into a Business36:17 Reclaiming Yourself as a Mom40:42 Final Thoughts and Future PlansLinks to all programs, services & social media:The Caribbean Note App WAITLIST HEREFollow Desiree on InstagramDesiree’s Website Imani DaCosta Links Page: www.imanidacosta.com/linksGet your FREE Virtual Assistant Informational Guide HEREApply to DaCostAcademy September 2026 Cohort HERE: Purchase the Virtual Assistant Starter Guide HERE Want to be on the podcast? Fill out this inquiry form HERE⁠Thank you for your continuous love and support 🌻