Working Mom Life From Corporate to Entrepreneur: How Evonne Roman Built Sweet Gear

In this episode of Motherhood Intended, Jacqueline chats with Evonne Roman who is a single mom, entrepreneur, and the founder of Sweet Gear about the transformative journey from corporate life to creative independence. Evonne shares the deeply personal story behind her business launch, the realities of solo parenting, and how reclaiming her identity fueled her professional and personal reinvention. Whether you’re dreaming of a new path or in the thick of a tough season, this conversation will leave you inspired to take that next brave step!

What you’ll learn:

• What inspired Evonne to leave corporate life and start her business
• How she balances solo motherhood with entrepreneurship
• The role of intuition, timing, and resilience in navigating career shifts
• What it takes to build a business from scratch as a single mom
• Why networking and real-life connections matter as much as online growth
• How she structures her day for both flexibility and focus
• The importance of accepting help and prioritizing self-care
• Tools and routines that help her stay grounded and productive
• The mental health impact of entrepreneurship after personal hardship
• Encouragement for moms thinking about making a career change

Connect with Evonne Roman:

• Sweet Shop Gear
• Instagram: @sweetgearshop
• Mailing List: Sign up via her shop for 15% off your first order!

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