“Thank you so much for the opportunity to read this book! I read it in two days . . . it was so hard to put down. I closed the book with pages of ideas coupled with driving motivation! I feel empowered to use my own talents in new ways. Crystal does a marvelous job providing encouragement for women in business.” Sarah
“Money-Making Mom makes me feel like I can. Crystal not only inspires me to think I can, she also helps me to do so by giving practical tips in the book about how to deal with failure and insecurity and how to move forward. She has inspired me to set a few scary goals of my own, but she also made them less scary by teaching me to break them down into bite-sized chunks.” Cathy
“There are many things I appreciated about this book. It is a walk-you-bythe-hands book on the how, what, and why of finding your money-making ability! This book requires you to dig deep in all the best ways, to find what you really love and do what you really love. I love that it is not a ‘one size fits all’ or a ‘do what I did’ type of book. I really love that you do not come away after reading it with a burden of feeling like you have to tackle this big project monster, instead you come away empowered with a sense of clear focus and direction for where your real passions lie.” Rachel
“Thank you so much for allowing me to get an early look at Money-Making Mom. I read it last week and really enjoyed it. I don’t usually mark up books, but I found myself dog-earing and highlighting all over the place on this one. There were a ton of ideas in this book, and my favorite part was that none of them were quick fixes. So many self-help books want to change your life overnight, but this book encouraged women to build their businesses slowly and with intention.” Jill
“Is there something special you are saving for: a home project, a trip with the kids, or new piece of furniture? Do you find that if you could make some extra money, the monthly bill paying would be less stressful? Are you looking for a way to use your natural skills and talents to serve the needs of others or to fund the own needs of your family from your home? If this is your dream, Crystal Paine gives you all the practical steps to make this dream a reality for you in Money-Making Mom. Follow her fabulous advice and you will soon be planning how to best steward your extra cash!”Dee Ann Turner, vice president of corporate talent, Chick- fil-A, Inc., and author, It’s My Pleasure: The Impact of Extraordinary Talent and a Compelling Culture“Money-Making Mom holds a message every American needs to read. I rarely highlight or take notes in books. This book pulled creativity out of me that I didn’t realize I had. I was able to formulate a few business ideas through the first few chapters. The whole book has my notes littered in it though. Not only were there many practical tips and examples, but the heartbeat of the book was filled with substance way beyond the normal entrepreneur. The feeling I had after finishing the book was excitement for the future, realism of the hard work ahead of me, and acceptance of who I am and how I can use my gifts.” Mariah
“This book is just the jump-start to get creative juices flowing, the encouragement to be more successful, and the challenge to make a difference in other people’s lives.” Carrie
“Crystal Paine’s new book is a perfect blend of the practical and the philosophical. It contains a wealth of actionable steps and exercises to help any woman move her business idea from inkling to existence, but it’s when she addresses the ‘whys’ that she really shines. I’ve read so many business and entrepreneurial books lately, but this is the first one that’s dug deeply at my heart and challenged me to consider what I’m really trying to accomplish in bringing in extra income.” Elissa
“There’s got to be more than getting by with less, right? We all know it. But some of us feel trapped by our finances and don’t know how to move forward. Thankfully, Crystal Paine’s new book, Money-Making Mom, reveals how to climb out of the hole so we can start using our wealth to benefit others.”Michael Hyatt, New York Times bestselling author, Platform, and blogger, MichaelHyatt.com“Crystal Paine mentors the reader every step of the journey from identifying one’s skills and passions to determining one’s mission in life and connecting those to a money-making venture. It’s filled with practical advice about educating yourself, choosing a domain name, growing your business, and adding employees. As you read, you feel as if you’re sitting with Crystal discussing your ideas over a cup of coffee. This is not a ‘get rich quick’ scheme; Crystal’s own candor about her failures makes Money-Making Mom a refreshing departure from other books of this genre. Read it, and you’ll be encouraged in starting your own business.” Karen
“This book gave me some great ideas about ways to earn money, but above all, it inspired me to give back to others in need. Having this new purpose of helping others through my finances (as small as they may be) is a huge motivation to earn money. I am incredibly thankful for this book and the realization that I can make a difference in the lives of those who need it!” Elizabeth
“Crystal was so open and honest in her writing, reading it felt like she was a close friend sharing ideas and stories with me over a cup of coffee. The book not only gave me ideas for living debt-free, saving money, and earning extra income for my family, but gave me the confidence and motivation to make a difference in these ways.” Kelly
“One of the most exciting trends I’ve noticed in the past decade is the number of at-home moms who are creating extra income by turning hobbies and pas- sions into businesses. This is an area that’s set to explode! That’s why I’m so fired up that Crystal is providing hard-working moms a playbook for winning with a home business. Crystal’s already made a name for herself doing this, and now it’s your turn!”Dave Ramsey, New York Times bestselling author and nationally syndicated radio show host“As a woman, who has a regular 8–5 career and doesn’t have children, I found this book very enlightening and encouraging. It offers many ideas of how to earn extra income to provide for your family but more importantly it inspires all women, no matter their situation, to find their passion and live it to the fullest.” Jessica
“At the onset of the book, I expected to be informed but not changed. Instructed but not inspired. Well, I was wrong! From Chapter 2 on, the story was no longer Crystal’s, it was mine. I pondered what makes me uniquely gifted to serve others while earning money. What dreams do I have that could be reached if I were able to contribute to my family’s income-earning potential? What could I do that would minimally disrupt my ability to be a stay at home, homeschooling mom? Around Chapter 4, I began considering a consulting business. At Crystal’s prompting in Chapter 3, I began researching and polled a few friends who might like to use my services only to find that I was immediately overwhelmed and underprepared for what would be required to execute the plan. Not to worry. Crystal addresses failure in the book! It’s all part of the process. I continued to reexamine my question from above: ‘what makes me uniquely gifted to serve others while earning money?’ One night, just before bed, it came to me! An epiphany. I launched into a business idea that seemed so easy and so obvious, I couldn’t believe that I hadn’t thought of it before.” Robin
“I have been an avid reader of Crystal Paine’s writing since the very early days of her mommy blog and have enjoyed watching the evolution of her personal growth and writing style through the years. In my opinion, MoneyMaking Mom is her best work yet! Very informative, detailed, and full of not only Crystal’s experiences in business, but also the experiences of other moms, this book is a must-have for those looking for ways to make money. No matter what stage of life you are in, if you have the desire to start a business, Crystal’s encouragement and guidance are certain to help you succeed!” Stephanie
“Crystal is a breath of fresh air in the money-advice space—she’s honest and inspiring in the most relatable way. Our readers and I are always eager to hear what she has to say.”Sarah Smith, executive editor,Redbook
“This is the best book I’ve read on making money from home. I like the fact that this book is not about getting rich quick. Not only is this book about making money from home, but this book is about finding out what your passions and skills are, how to grow your business at a steady pace, work life balance and generosity. I love that Crystal uses real life examples of real people from all walks of life. This book isn’t just for stay-home moms but for every mom.” Lisa
“In the last three years, I don’t think I’ve missed a single post on MoneySavingMom.com. In fact, I’ve been an avid reader, often even reading old posts, and I honestly thought that there couldn’t be much new that Crystal could tell me. I mean, I’ve been following her for years now. And yet, after the first chapter of Money-Making Mom, I was surprised to find that thus far, I had just barely tapped the wealth of her knowledge and experience. This book was brimming with great advice, wisdom, and guidance. Unlike many other money-making books, this one marches to the beat of a different drummer. Rather than simply storing up treasures for ourselves, Crystal recognizes the true beauty of success in serving others and is continually reminding us to make an impact and give generously. It was so encouraging to me to read that I have something to give to the world, a way to make the world better for others. I really appreciated that element of MoneyMaking Mom.” Deana
“Money-Making Mom is for those who have taken their monthly budget down to the bare bones and still find there is not enough income. This book invites you to think outside the box and encourages you to look at how you can use your talents and passions to help contribute to your family’s income. I enjoyed reading the ideas and strategies to help make my goals a reality. I felt the step-by-step questions were insightful and helped me to stop and think about what I truly care about. And while we all want more wiggle room in our family budget, the ultimate goal for this book is to help families financially so they can be generous and give more to the charities or organizations they truly want to support.” Nicole
“I consider myself to be well read and have an advanced degree. I was a little skeptical that there would be any new insights in this book. However, it was not only motivating but I also learned some new ways to find opportunities for income. I will definitely be putting these methods to use.” Alice
