The Unexpected Journey to Homeschooling as an Entrepreneur
I never thought I would homeschool. In fact, I was convinced I wasn’t patient enough, didn’t have the time, and had way too much on my plate. I loved my kids, but the idea of having them home with me 24/7 while running a business? It felt impossible.
But life has a funny way of giving us detours we never asked for—ones that, in hindsight, turn out to be the best thing that ever happened. That’s exactly what homeschooling became for me. If you’re an entrepreneur who has ever wondered if you can successfully homeschool while running a business, keep reading. Because I promise you, it’s not what you think.
I Was the Last Person You’d Expect to Homeschool
Let’s be honest—I had a plan. A solid plan. I was going to graduate school, get my PhD, and teach college. I was career-driven, focused, and homeschooling wasn’t even a blip on my radar.
And if I’m being completely transparent? All the homeschoolers I knew at the time seemed a little… different. They didn’t look like me, they didn’t act like me, and I didn’t want my kids to be “weird.”
But then life stepped in.
It started with a series of parent-teacher conferences where both our public school and private school teachers casually mentioned the same thing: “Have you ever considered homeschooling?” At first, I thought it was a joke. Why would I homeschool? I was on track to get my PhD. But then another curveball hit—one I didn’t see coming.
I found out I was pregnant.
And suddenly, everything shifted.
Homeschooling Gave Us More Freedom Than I Ever Expected
When I finally decided to try homeschooling, I went in with all the hesitation and resistance in the world. But here’s what I didn’t expect:
✅ My kids were happier.
✅ I was happier.
✅ We weren’t running around stressed over rigid school schedules.
At first, I thought homeschooling meant I had to recreate a traditional classroom at home—perfectly structured days, color-coded lesson plans, and Pinterest-worthy projects. But that wasn’t realistic for our family. I had businesses to run, and I wasn’t about to turn into Martha Stewart overnight.
So I let go of the pressure to make it look a certain way.
Instead of forcing a rigid school schedule, we built a system that worked around our lives. It gave us the flexibility to learn in ways that fit our family’s rhythm while still growing my business.
And the biggest surprise? Homeschooling actually made my life easier.
It was like shifting from a crash diet to a healthy lifestyle. Instead of forcing something that didn’t work for us, we found a sustainable way to thrive.
Entrepreneurship and Homeschooling Can Coexist
I know what you’re thinking—“That sounds great, but how do you actually make it work?”
The secret? I stopped trying to compartmentalize my life into strict categories of "business" and "homeschooling" and started integrating them instead.
Just like running a business, homeschooling requires strategy, flexibility, and the ability to pivot when things don’t go as planned.
Here’s what helped me successfully balance both:
1. Prioritizing What Matters Most
Some days, business needs to come first. Other days, homeschooling takes priority. And that’s okay. The key is knowing what’s truly important and letting go of the things that aren’t.
For example, I used to think homeschooling had to be eight hours a day, five days a week. But in reality? A few focused hours of learning each day is plenty, especially when kids are engaged and excited about what they’re learning.
2. Embracing Seasons of Business and Homeschooling
There are seasons when my business is in growth mode, and I need extra time to focus on launches, clients, or new projects. And there are seasons when homeschooling requires more attention—like when we’re starting a new subject or my kids need extra support.
Instead of fighting against those natural ebbs and flows, I learned to lean into them.
It’s the same principle as health and fitness. You don’t have to be in peak condition every single day—what matters is consistency over time.
3. Leveraging Support and Community
I used to think I had to do everything alone, but that mindset only led to burnout. The truth? You don’t have to do this by yourself.
Finding a supportive community of homeschool entrepreneurs changed everything for me. Whether it’s outsourcing in my business, enrolling my kids in online classes, or simply connecting with other moms who get it, support makes all the difference.
Homeschooling and Entrepreneurship Can Be Your Greatest Advantage
Sixteen years later, I can confidently say that homeschooling was never the plan, but it became one of the best decisions of my life. My kids are now thriving young adults, and our family found a rhythm that allowed me to build multiple businesses while still prioritizing their education.
If you’ve been on the fence about homeschooling because you’re afraid of how it will impact your business, let me tell you this:
You don’t have to choose.
You can be a successful entrepreneur and homeschool your kids. You can build a business while being present with your family. And you can create a life that works for you.
If you’re wondering whether homeschooling and entrepreneurship can truly coexist, you don’t have to figure it out alone. In this episode, I share the full story—the struggles, the mindset shifts, and the unexpected blessings that came with this journey.
Listen here https://homeschoolceo.com/podcast/episode-1-the-backstory-how-my-homeschooling-journey-began/ and discover why homeschooling while running a business might just be the best decision you never planned for.
