Mompreneur Spotlight :: Nika Stewart
Nika Stewart
Freehold, NJ
Astrological Sign: Taurus
# of children: 1
Age: almost 5
Favorite Business Book: The Go-Giver, Bob Burg
Favorite Family Book: Give me some suggestions! I am always looking for a good, new bedtime story.
Favorite Quote: “Good enough is good enough… just do it!”
1. Which came first: the biz or the kid?
I’ve always been an entrepreneur. I was in business for 15 years before I had Ellie, but becoming a mom compelled me to change the structure of my businesses. I now run business in a completely different way.
2. What is your biggest productivity secret- the thing that helps you accomplish the most in your day?
Total focus on one thing at a time… until completion. AND the mindset that good enough is good enough (always trying to control my perfectionism, and remember that life is never done, so take time to love life and feel good about myself).
3. How well do you feel you are balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship? Any tips?
I think that being able to run a business from home helps me feel balanced. My biggest tip is to always remember YOUR priorities, and make business choices that support them. Never give in to doing things and taking on projects that don’t support your ideal lifestyle.
Yes, you can have a rewarding business AND a happy family life.
(Also remember that NO ONE does it perfectly. And be good to yourself!)
4. What was the tipping point for you when you realized you were truly an entrepreneur?
The longest job I ever held was 3 months. And that felt like a lifetime.
I never had to realize. I was born an entrepreneur. In elementary school, I created hair accessories and custom sneakers (S’nika by Nika) and marketed them to local stores and all my friends. In High School, I ran a singing telegram service. I dreamed of opening my own fashion boutique. I was always coming up with the next business.
5. What one word describes your purpose in your family, your biz and your life?
FREEDOM
6. Where do you find your greatest source of support for your goals in your family, business and life?
My husband is my biggest support. Although we don’t always agree on business strategies, I am so fortunate to be with a man who understands and encourages my entrepreneurial nature, and who shares the same goals for our family and our future.
7. What do you do to recharge your spiritual batteries?
Meditation – I don’t do it enough. But when I make it a daily habit, everything starts falling into place.
8. One thing you can’t live without:
My laptop
9. iPhone or Blackberry?
iPhone (but not sure I made the right choice!)
10. Chocolate or Vanilla?
Vanilla
11. PC or Mac?
Mac
12. Which do you do most often: Eat out, Order In or Cook it yourself?
Order in
13. Who is your biggest supporter?
My hubby
14. Who is your greatest inspiration?
I get inspiration from ALL moms who are living their own dreams – taking care of themselves, growing personally and professionally, and running rewarding businesses without sacrificing family priorities.
15. What do you see yourself doing in 5 years?
Hosting the Laptop Mom TV show, giving hope and inspiration to moms all over the world
Name of Business/es: Nika Stewart Enterprises, LLC / The Laptop Mom
URL/s: www.NikaStewart.com
Twitter Name @nikastewart
Facebook Page http://www.facebook.com/nikastewart
