From time to time, we all need a bit of inspiration. Do you ever wonder whether you are all alone in a big, bad world? Are you the only working mum struggling to make sense of it all, juggling work, social life and the challenges of bringing up your children? If we are all honest, we all go through these ups and downs and question the meaning of it all, so it is good to see how others operate, to give us a little bit of extra motivation to shake it off and resume the battle!

Due to the social media revolution, we are able to interact with others in such a positive way. We can come across other, like-minded mums who we can bring into our social circles, as we get a glimpse of their complex, alternative lifestyles.

We have searched for some inspirational working mums on one of our favourite social networks, Twitter. See if you can find some inspiration from these women's tweets, but in the meantime why not use the vast power of the Internet to line up some online coaching to inspire you? These days, professional coaching can really be the shot in the arm that you need.

Nadine Hill (@businessmum) from the north of England lists some of her talents as "plate spinner, fashion lover, biz owner" and she is also an entrepreneurial speaker. She has written several books and is adept at multitasking, balancing her roles of business owner and being a modern mum.

Carolyne Wahlen (@preventativehr) runs a business specialising in employment contracts, human resource outsourcing and measures to avoid those potentially damaging issues with employees. Carolyne lives in Reading, can speak German fluently and is also involved with Brownie duties in addition to being a working mum.

Angie Stewart (@angiejstewart) operates a successful business consultancy with her husband. Somehow she is also able to manage the Live Covers Band and Kill The Jukebox, while also bringing up two boys.

Nobody is prouder than Brigitte Mehr (@brigittemehr) as we build our entrepreneurial dreams. She is involved in a great deal, writing a successful blog giving top Internet marketing strategies to us all, while collecting designer handbags on the one hand and promoting online coaching and mentoring on the other.

Astrology is a fascinating pastime, teaching us about the phases of the moon, asteroid identification, eclipses and the millions of stars in the sky. (@serennu) writes about her interests in comedy and music back home in Wales, as she also operates @astrologyblog.

Angela Griffin (@angela_griffin) is a thirty something mum of two, who makes a living as an actress and television presenter for Britain's Sky TV. Fans of Coronation Street will remember her as the hairdresser Fiona.

Tina Weeks is a financial life planner, who wants to help people manage their money effectively, so they can live the life that they want. She is the Finance Coach (@thefinancecoach) and is based in Barnet, London.

On a serious note, if you are really looking for some inspiration, you should read all about Sarah E Andrews (@sarahsaner), who writes all about her fight with and victory over cancer, even as she developed her career as an aspiring fiction writer and balanced her time as a busy mum.

How about becoming a digital nomad and experiencing some real freedom? This is just what Lea Woodward (@leawoodward) has done, living independently of any particular location. This business model works exceptionally well for her, even as a busy mum and she wants to help everybody find out all about this option.

Michelle Dale (@miss_Friday) combined a passion for travel and career development by establishing a successful Virtual Assistance business. She is the entrepreneur's Girl Friday!

Amanda Alexander is Director of Coaching Mums and a highly acclaimed ICF-accredited coach who delivers professional coaching programmes to working mums who yearn for success, balance and fulfilment. Are you a juggling mom? Download our free eBook for working moms that will give you 5 simple and instant ways to balance your life right now!

Now that springtime is upon us and summer is on it's way it gets harder to sit in front of the computer each day and do the tasks necessary to establish a profitable home based company. In the case of on line marketing, for instance, creating articles or reviews and building inbound links becomes not so appealing once the out-of-doors calls to you.

But these are the times when it is particularly important to honor your agreements with yourself. The longer you allow things to slide the more difficult it is to start again and the longer it'll be before you see outcomes that will help to encourage you further. And, in the meantime, there's the little boost in energy that results from observing your agreements, particularly when it took some effort to do so.

When looking for a more productive environment one strategy that works for me is to head to my favorite cafe, treat myself to a latte and write there. At the very least I get to enjoy the fresh air as I am walking. Of all the "tricks" I have for developing a writing routine this one is my favorite. I find it very difficult to write at home, whatever the season. It's always the same with any task I am resisting. There are just too many things to distract me - too many excuses. But taking myself off to an environment I take pleasure being in works well. It's a big help to my internal motivation.

It seems to be that even when I am really struggling to write I will usually turn out something when I am in the cafe. Even if it is not particularly good. I also enjoy writing content in the municipal library (it reminds me of happy university days) and on a bench on the prom overlooking the beach.

A productive environment is a necessary factor in relation to motivation so I suggest playing with what works/doesn't work out for you. It is not only about physical space either. I find I can not write, for instance, if there are songs playing in the background. Classical music I can deal with but something with lyrics I can hear and I just can not concentrate.

Occasionally I find having a lit candle on my desk helps me to tackle work I have been pushing aside. No idea why. There is just something I find consoling about it.

So, I encourage you to try out various places and environmental surroundings and develop a selection of situations that help you feel more motivated to carry out those tasks you've been procrastinating over.