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Women in the Loop · Nov 7, 2025

How I left the 9–5, built a business on my terms, and found time for what matters most

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Abha Malpani Naismith · Women in the Loop

This week, something a little different...
I’m on the other side of the mic.

I was recently interviewed on The She Invests Show, and I’ve been sitting with how powerful and full-circle the experience felt.

This wasn’t just a conversation about AI.
It was about motherhood. Mindset. Starting over.
And choosing to build something for you — on your terms.

  • Tired of feeling stuck in corporate

  • Missing out on time with my kids

  • Wondering, is this really it?

I knew I wanted more freedom.
I just had no idea what that looked like.

Fast-forward to today... I’m running a business that I love — helping women use AI to show up confidently online, without relying on expensive copywriters, designers, or tech experts.

But getting here wasn’t some smooth, step-by-step plan.
It started with one small experiment: creating a children’s book with AI in under an hour.
That book sold.
And that was my moment. My proof.
If I could do this, what else was possible?

  • How I used AI to go from side hustle to six-figure potential

  • The mindset shift that changed everything for me

  • Why you don’t need to master AI, you just need to learn to lead it

  • What it’s really like to build a business as a mum of two

  • The behind-the-scenes of my AI “team” (yes, I’ve trained 20+ AI assistants!)

  • The difference between creating content... and creating connection

This chat goes deep. It’s honest. And if you’re a working mum dreaming of building something on your own terms, I think it will really speak to you.

🎧 Listen to the full episode here on Spotify

Watch here on YouTube:

I say this in the episode and I’ll say it again here:

You don’t need to learn all the AI tools.
You just need one. And you need to know what you want it to do for you.

Because this isn’t about the tech. It’s about your time, your energy, and your vision.

There is no “perfect” path — only the one that feels right for you.

If you watch, I’d love to know what lands most for you.
Drop a comment or reply — I’m always up for a good voice note chat too. 😊

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And if this inspired you to take your next small step, let me know.
Sometimes, all it takes is a shift in how we see what’s possible.


Abha xx

Read the original on abhamalpaninaismith.substack.com

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