Balancing business ownership with parenthood can feel like juggling flaming swords, but Taylor McMaster has turned it into an art form. In this episode, we sit down with her to uncover how she manages a thriving client account management agency while raising her 10-month-old daughter, Stella, alongside her husband and business partner, Jamie. Taylor’s journey is filled with unexpected joys and a seamless blend of her professional and personal lives in ways that defy conventional wisdom.
Taylor is the founder of DOT & Company, where her team offers full-service client account management (CAM) for digital marketing agencies. This frees agency owners to hone their strengths while DOT & Co. ensures client satisfaction and operational smoothness. Taylor not only leads and trains a team of Client Account Managers but also assists numerous agencies in freeing up their time to focus on revenue-generating activities. Additionally, she hosts The Happy Clients podcast, featuring interviews with industry leaders to uncover what truly delights clients in the agency realm.
Topics covered in this episode:
- Taylor's background in running digital marketing agencies.
- Challenges of integrating work and family life.
- Importance of getting help to manage the workload and parenting responsibilities effectively.
- Pursuing non-traditional paths, like working from home, homeschooling, or traveling.
- Emotional challenges of adjusting to new identities.
- Practical adjustments needed to manage day-to-day life.
CONNECT WITH TAYLOR:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylormcmaster/
DOT & Company:
http://www.dotandcompany.co/
https://twitter.com/CompanyDot
https://www.facebook.com/dotandcompany
https://www.instagram.com/dot_and_company/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9_2hri1R1uaNTGeZr0Oyxg/
RESOURCES FROM ALYSON:
The Kid-Proof Business Checklist
https://alysoncaffrey.com/checklist
Maternity Leave Planning Guide
https://www.mastermaternityleave.com/guide