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Rooted & Relentless#40 Be Unforgettable: The System & Strategy Behind High-Impact CollaborationsCollaborations aren’t just a “cute visibility play”—they’re one of the most powerful ways to accelerate trust, authority, and revenue in your business.In this episode, Steph pulls back the curtain on what actually makes collaborations work—and why most people are leaving massive opportunities on the table.We’re talking about:Why borrowed trust is more valuable than new eyeballsHow collaborations shorten your sales cycle (yes, really)The systems that make you easy to work with (and rebooked)And the secret sauce that turns a one-time collab into referrals...
2026-04-1616 minRooted & Relentless#39 Client Experience Isn’t Optional, It’s Your Most Profitable (Yet Most Underutilized) StrategyIn this episode of Rooted & Relentless, we’re pulling back the curtain on one of the most underleveraged growth strategies in business: how you treat the people who have already paid you.Because your clients should be your best marketers, easiest sales, strongest social proof and most reliable revenue stream. Instead, most business owners are stuck chasing new leads while ignoring the goldmine sitting right in front of them.We’re talking about how to:Turn client experience into a referral engineRe-engage past clients (aka the easiest money you’ll ever m...
2026-04-0817 minRooted & Relentless#38 CEO Mindset for Service Providers: How to Transition From Doer to Leader with Fran Moore, Part 2If part one cracked open the identity shift from “I'm just a VA” to CEO, this episode is about what it actually takes to build a business that doesn’t depend on you doing everything.Because the truth is, you don’t scale by working more. You scale by working differently, more efficiently.In part two, Fran Moore and I break down what it really looks like to grow from VA to agency owner without becoming the bottleneck in your own business. We’re talking niching (ew, yeah, I know), systems, delegation...
2026-04-0216 minRooted & Relentless#37 CEO Mindset for Service Providers: How to Transition From Doer to Leader with Fran Moore, Part 1In part one of this conversation, I’m joined by Fran Moore, who went from booking 7 clients in 2 months to scaling a $50K/month agency —and we’re breaking down the identity shift that has to happen before any of that growth is even possible.We’re talking about what it actually means to step into a CEO role, why delegation feels so hard (even when you know you need it), and the leadership standard most people are getting completely wrong.This episode isn’t just about VAs, it's about identity. Because th...
2026-04-0127 minRooted & Relentless#36 A DREAMY Client Experience Is a Revenue Strategy with Guest Expert Erin WileyIf your clients are taking forever to book or disappearing mid-process or maybe you're wondering why they aren’t referring you, the good news is, it’s not random. In this episode, I’m joined by Erin Wiley, a client experience strategist, and creator of the DREAMY Client Experience Framework. We break down where trust is actually being lost in your process—from inquiry to onboarding—and how small fixes can make your business easier to run and more profitable.We’re talking:Where trust is lost (before you even sta...
2026-03-2539 minRooted & Relentless#35 The Missing Stakeholder in Your Business Strategy Is You, Pt. 2In part two of this deep dive, we’re getting real about what it actually looks like to give yourself a damn good experience inside your business—not just for your sanity, but for your sustainability, growth, and leadership.This episode covers:How your support system might be quietly sabotaging your growthWhy protecting your energy is directly tied to your revenueThe difference between being busy and being a self-led CEOHow to stop abandoning yourself while building a business you lovePractical ways to systematize your capacity, energy, and decision-makingBecause the...
2026-03-1922 minRooted & Relentless#34 The Missing Stakeholder in Your Business Strategy Is You, Pt. 1In this episode of Rooted & Relentless, Steph wraps her stakeholder experience series by digging into the most overlooked experience in business: your own. Because you can have the best strategy in the world, but if you’re burned out, over capacity, second-guessing every move, and chasing shiny objects, that strategy is going nowhere.This episode is a sharp, honest conversation about self-leadership for entrepreneurs, what it actually looks like in real life, and why it’s a non-negotiable part of sustainable business growth. Steph breaks down how to d...
2026-03-1819 minRooted & Relentless#33 Stakeholder Experience Series: Why Your Team Matters More Than You ThinkEveryone wants a “sustainable business.” But sustainability doesn’t come from hustling harder for new clients — it comes from taking better care of the people already inside your business.In this episode of Rooted & Relentless, Steph continues her Stakeholder Experience series and tackles one of the most overlooked stakeholder groups: your team.Whether you have employees, contractors, or a single VA supporting you, they are not just vendors — they are stakeholders in your reputation and growth.Steph breaks down why caring for your t...
2026-03-1222 minRooted & Relentless#32 Let's Get Back Into Turning Your Reputation Into Your Revenue EngineThis episode is both a reset and a return. Steph is bringing the Stakeholder Experience series back after an unexpected pause following the sudden loss of her father. In this conversation, she revisits the core idea behind the framework and why it fundamentally changes how entrepreneurs should think about reputation, relationships, and sustainable growth.Instead of focusing only on marketing or client experience, Steph introduces a broader lens: every person who interacts with your business is a stakeholder—and their experience shapes your reputation. And in business, your reputation is yo...
2026-03-1110 min
The Power Table with Taylor SmithEvents Series, Part 4: How to Protect Your Safety & Sanity at Events & ConferencesSomebody has to start talking about this. So we decided to. This is Part 4 of our cross-posted four-part series on conferences and events with Steph Rubio — and we’re ending with the conversation most business event spaces avoid: Event safety.Physical safety.Emotional safety.Ethical safety.If you attend women’s entrepreneurship conferences, networking events, masterminds, or live business retreats, this episode is essential.Because just because an event is beautifully branded, women-led, or marketed as empowering does not automatically mean it’s safe.This conversation isn’t about fear...
2026-03-0642 min
The Power Table with Taylor SmithEvents Series, Part 4: How to Protect Your Safety & Sanity at Events & ConferencesSomebody has to start talking about this. So we decided to. This is Part 4 of our cross-posted four-part series on conferences and events with Steph Rubio — and we’re ending with the conversation most business event spaces avoid: Event safety.Physical safety.Emotional safety.Ethical safety.If you attend women’s entrepreneurship conferences, networking events, masterminds, or live business retreats, this episode is essential.Because just because an event is beautifully branded, women-led, or marketed as empowering does not automatically mean it’s safe.This conversation isn’t about fear...
2026-03-0642 minRooted & RelentlessEvent Series, Part 3: How Event Hosts Can Provide a Stellar Experience for Every StakeholderThis one’s for the event hosts (yes, your ears are probably burning 🔥). In Part 3, Taylor and I break down what it actually takes to deliver a stellar stakeholder experience—not just for attendees, but for speakers, sponsors, vendors, volunteers… everyone who has a stake in the success of your event.We talk communication, long-term planning, project management, boundaries + deadlines, and what to do when something inevitably goes sideways.Key takeawaysCommunication is queen. Anticipate what people will ask/need and answer it before...
2026-03-0515 minThe Power Table with Taylor SmithEvent Series, Part 2: How to be a Standout Attendee & Actually Realize A ROI with Steph RubioYou bought the ticket. You’re in the room. Now what?This is Part 2 of our four-part cross-posted podcast series with Steph Rubio on the Rooted & Relentless Podcast — and we’re talking about how to actually get ROI from business events and conferences.If you’ve ever left a networking event, mastermind, or women’s entrepreneurship conference thinking, “That wasn’t worth it,” this episode is for you.Because sometimes the return isn’t missing.It’s under-leveraged.In this episode, we break down:• How to prepare before a business even...
2026-03-0417 min
The Power Table with Taylor SmithEvent Series, Part 2: How to be a Standout Attendee & Actually Realize A ROI with Steph RubioYou bought the ticket. You’re in the room. Now what?This is Part 2 of our four-part cross-posted podcast series with Steph Rubio on the Rooted & Relentless Podcast — and we’re talking about how to actually get ROI from business events and conferences.If you’ve ever left a networking event, mastermind, or women’s entrepreneurship conference thinking, “That wasn’t worth it,” this episode is for you.Because sometimes the return isn’t missing.It’s under-leveraged.In this episode, we break down:• How to prepare before a business even...
2026-03-0417 minRooted & RelentlessEvent Series, Part 1: Tips on How to Choose Events That Make Sense for Your Business & GoalsIn Part 1 of this 4-part series with Taylor Smith, we break down how to evaluate events before you buy the ticket so you’re not leaving your family, spending real money, and walking back to your hotel room wondering what just happened.This episode lays the foundation for everything that follows.Key takeawaysIf the math doesn’t math, pay attention. Big attendance promises with chaotic marketing and short runway are a red flag.Clarity isn’t a transformation. If the event promise is a pile...
2026-03-0329 min
The Power Table with Taylor SmithThe Event Conversation No One Wants to Have (4-Part Series)This is a four-part cross-posted series with Steph Rubio — and we’re going somewhere in the women's entrepreneurship space that most people aren't willing to go. And we get that it's controversial.Integrity.ROI.Reputation.Safety.If you attend conferences, masterminds, networking events, or host live business events yourself — this series is for you.Episode 1 is live NOW on the Rooted and Relentless podcast!Listen to Rooted & Relentless here: 🔗 On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rooted...
2026-03-0306 minThe Power Table with Taylor SmithThe Event Conversation No One Wants to Have (4-Part Series)This is a four-part cross-posted series with Steph Rubio — and we’re going somewhere in the women's entrepreneurship space that most people aren't willing to go. And we get that it's controversial.Integrity.ROI.Reputation.Safety.If you attend conferences, masterminds, networking events, or host live business events yourself — this series is for you.Episode 1 is live NOW on the Rooted and Relentless podcast!Listen to Rooted & Relentless here: 🔗 On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rooted...
2026-03-0306 minRooted & Relentless#29 Introducing the Clarity Coven: Meet Alisha BeanEpisode SummaryIn this Clarity Coven feature, Steph sits down with Alisha Bean, a long-time client turned mastermind member, to talk about what actually breaks when a business grows—and why most founders don’t realize the real problem until they’re already overwhelmed.This conversation digs into the moment where things are technically “working,” but everything feels harder: communication is messy, systems are duct-taped together, the founder is back in the weeds, and the business starts pulling more instead of giving freedom. Steph and Alisha unp...
2026-02-0618 minRooted & Relentless#28 Introducing the Clarity Coven: Meet Alissa Mills, The Luxe MomagerIn this Clarity Coven feature, Steph sits down with Alissa Mills, aka The Luxe Momager—an Online Business Manager who left a demanding corporate role after a life threatening wake-up call and rebuilt her life and career around what actually matters.This conversation is about far more than operations and management. It’s about choice, sustainability, leadership, and the luxury of designing a business that supports your life, not the other way around.Alissa shares her journey into entrepreneurship, the realities behind “effortless” online success, and why care, presence, and auth...
2026-02-0418 minRooted & Relentless#27 Introducing Stakeholder Group 3: The People Who Get You Paid, Your Biz BuddiesIn this episode of Rooted & Relentless, Steph breaks down one of the most overlooked stakeholder groups in business: Your Biz Buddies.These are the people who have never paid you, never hired you, and never collaborated with you—yet still recommend you, refer you, and do not hesitate to associate their reputation with yours.This episode is a quick, grounded reminder that your reputation is doing more selling than your marketing ever will. And mad encouragement to give a little extra love and ca...
2026-02-0313 minRooted & Relentless#26 Introducing the Clarity Coven: Meet Jaci SchreckengostIn this Clarity Coven feature episode, Steph sits down with Jaci Schreckengost—writer, market, speaker, and author of Housewarming Parties—for a conversation that blends messaging strategy, creative identity, and what it actually takes to stop operating from survival mode.This episode is a masterclass in becoming impossible to ignore online—without burning yourself out, reinventing the wheel every week, or sanding down your personality to fit an algorithm.It’s also a powerful behind-the-scenes look at what stakeholder experience looks like in action: spotlighting clients, honoring their growth, and letting their wo...
2026-01-2826 minRooted & Relentless#25: Stakeholder Experience Group 2: Collaborators & Brand PartnersIn this episode of Rooted & Relentless, Steph continues the Stakeholder Experience Series by breaking down why collaborators and brand partners aren’t just “nice connections” — they’re stakeholders who directly influence your reputation, revenue, and future opportunities.Because collaborations don’t just get you seen. They get you trusted.And when you manage these relationships intentionally, they become a growth engine: warmer leads, shorter sales cycles, referrals, and opportunities flowing to you — without the constant hustle.✨ In this episode, Steph covers:W...
2026-01-2725 minRooted & Relentless#24: Introducing The Clarity Coven: Meet Kat JacksonMeet Kat Jackson, aka Kopilot Kat—a tech solutions architect and founding member of the Rooted & Relentless Mastermind. Kat brings tailored tech solutions to help service-based business owners stop forcing themselves into tools that were never designed for how they actually work.In This Episode:Kat’s evolution from VA → OBM → Tech Solutions ArchitectWhy most business owners end up with too many systems—and worse experiences for their clients, themselves, and their teamsThe difference between having a CRM and actually managing client relationshipsWhy human-centered systems matter...
2026-01-2321 min
Rooted & Relentless#23: Introducing the Clarity Coven: Meet Rachael Perry, Founder of Chateau MarigoldIn this episode of Rooted & Relentless, Steph sits down with Rachael Perry, founder of Chateau Marigold and one of the founding members of the Clarity Coven inside the Rooted & Relentless Mastermind.What starts as a conversation about content creation quickly turns into something much deeper: grief as a catalyst, motherhood as a driver, boundaries as a business skill, and why relationships—not hacks—are the real growth strategy.Rachael shares how losing her father sparked her passion for documentation and storytelling, eventually leading her to build a business that helps founders create content that feels good...
2026-01-2128 minRooted & Relentless#22: Introducing Stakeholder Experience: Your Client ExperienceIn this episode of Rooted & Relentless, Steph kicks off the Stakeholder Experience Series by breaking down why your clients are more than just the people currently paying you and why past clients and even your clients’ clients are part of your business ecosystem too.This conversation reframes client experience as a leadership responsibility, not a customer service task.Because when you truly lead your client relationships, the ripple effect shows up everywhere: retention, referrals, reputation, revenue — and the kind of impact your business has beyond you.
2026-01-2018 min
Rooted & Relentless#21: Introducing The Clarity Coven: Alissa BellantoniIn this Clarity Coven feature, Steph sits down with Alissa Bellantoni — The Golden OBM. Alissa is an Online Business Manager, an Online Business Mentor, and the woman business owners call when the backend is on fire and burnout is knocking at the door.Alissa is one of the founding members of the Rooted & Relentless Mastermind, and in this conversation, we dig into what it actually looks like to build a sustainable virtual support business — both as an OBM serving established clients and as a mentor helping women step into the their own virtual support busi...
2026-01-1612 min
Business Over Cocktails - Behind the Business - Real Talk with Female EntrepreneursHow to Build a Business That Matches Your Vision w/ Steph RubioIn this episode of Business Over Cocktails, Steph Rubio joins Lauren for a powerful after-hours chaser on what business strategy really means for women entrepreneurs. If you’ve been stuck doing all the things, spinning your wheels, and wondering why your business still feels off—this conversation is your wake-up call. We explore how to find clarity in business strategy, create mental space for big-picture thinking, and carve out daily habits that support growth without burnout.Steph shares how 30 minutes of intentional stillness each day helped her shift from survival mode into visionary mindset—and how you can do...
2026-01-1610 min
Rooted & Relentless#20: Introducing The Clarity Coven: Kara WilliamsIn this special Clarity Coven feature episode of Rooted & Relentless, Steph sits down with Kara Williams, founder of Help Me Kara and a founding member of the Rooted & Relentless Mastermind.This conversation is a masterclass in simplification, execution, and impact — especially for business owners who know they have something powerful to teach but feel stuck at the idea stage.Kara shares her journey from years of doing tech behind the scenes to becoming the go-to for helping entrepreneurs launch courses that actually get finished — and talked about — not forgotten.
2026-01-1417 minRooted & Relentless#19: Introducing Stakeholder Experience: Making Your Reputation Your Growth EngineCatch up on the ENTIRE Stakeholder Experience Series: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Odsm2fz_vkhGAj9T4uBibozotLpDhpOoFA9rSNrBCjM/edit?usp=sharingWhat if the fastest way to grow your business wasn’t more content, better hooks, or another launch strategy?What if it was your reputation?In this episode of Rooted & Relentless, I’m officially introducing a concept that’s been quietly shaping my work for years—and I’m finally naming it out loud: The Stakeholder Experience.Most...
2026-01-1204 min
Business Over Cocktails - Behind the Business - Real Talk with Female EntrepreneursWhen I Realized Survival Mode Was Holding Me Back w/ Steph RubioWhat happens when doing it all still doesn’t feel like enough? In this episode of Business Over Cocktails, Steph Rubio shares the pivotal moment she realized her business wasn’t aligned with the life she actually wanted. From starting as a virtual assistant to stepping into her role as a strategic powerhouse, Steph takes us behind the scenes of the mindset shifts, self-belief breakthroughs, and strategic clarity that helped her move from surviving to truly leading. If you've ever felt trapped by your own business or unsure how to get from where you are to where you want to g...
2026-01-1247 minRooted & Relentless#18: Lead Yourself First: THE Foundation of Sustainable GrowthIn this episode, Steph delves peels back the curtain on a characteristic many business owners miss, showcasing self-leadership as the foundation it is for lasting business success. She discusses how self-awareness, ownership, alignment, and resilience are crucial for growing a sustainable business. Steph shares personal insights and practical advice on leading yourself before leading others shedding light on the fact that if you run a business, you do lead others, even if it's not an internal team.Follow Steph on IG: https://www.instagram.com/virtually_stephrubioGet the deets straight to...
2026-01-0709 minRooted & Relentless#17: From Goal-Hater to Goal-Setter: How Steph Likes to Set Goals (Beyond Just Revenue)SummarySteph dives into the a fave topic of love & hate as we close another year = goal setting. She shares her journey from goal-hater to goal-setter. She emphasizes the importance of SMART goals and offers practical examples for different business functions. With a mix of humor and insight, Steph encourages listeners to set achievable, relevant, and time-bound goals, while also considering their business rhythms and personal motivations.Book Your Decision Intensive, aka Quarterly Business Review HERE ——→ https://www.stephrubio.com/small-business-consultingLet's hang on IG: ht...
2025-12-1813 min
Married to the StartupThe Rise and Fall of AwaySend us Fan MailEpisode SponsorRelive Health - Modern wellness clinic offering peptides, hormone optimization, and vitamin therapy in Gaithersburg.What We're DiscussingThe story of Away, the luggage brand that went from $0 to a $1.4B valuation in just four years—and the toxic workplace culture that nearly destroyed it all.Away's Meteoric RiseFounded by two Warby Parker alums (Jen Rubio & Steph Corey) after a broken suitcase at the airportRaised $150K friends & family roundLaunched with a genius pr...
2025-12-0852 minRooted & Relentless#16: Beyond Borders: Steph's Thought On Hiring Offshore Support For Your Online BusinessIn this episode, Steph delves into the complexities of hiring offshore support for online businesses. She explores the ethical considerations, potential benefits, and challenges of outsourcing, emphasizing the importance of aligning business practices with personal values and community impact. The big zinger? There is no cut and dry right or wrong answer. This episode explores critical thinking at it's core, truly discovering your values and aligning with those.For me straight up shenanigans from Steph:Follow along on IG: https://www.instagram.com/virtually_stephrubio
2025-12-0509 minRooted & Relentless#15: Level Up Your Sales Game: The Art of Making the AskIn this episode, Steph delves into the art of making the sales ask, emphasizing the importance of timing and building rapport, but making it short & sweet - you go for the jugular as soon as they give you the ammunition. She shares personal experiences and insights on how to identify the right moment to pitch, ensuring that the ask is made when there's a clear need. The discussion includes strategies for pre-qualifying leads, asking discovery questions, and overcoming common objections.Follow me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/virtually_stephrubioGet Steph's Shenanigans straight to...
2025-11-2016 minRooted & Relentless#14: Guru's Sit Down, We're Demystifying Marketing Beyond Social MediaIn this episode, Steph demystifies common marketing misconceptions, emphasizing the importance of understanding marketing beyond social media. She breaks down the four P's of marketing—Product, Price, Place, and Promotion—and explains how these foundational elements are crucial for getting to the core of how to bring your service to market to ultimately sell it. With all of the online guru's giving you a different framework for the perfect social media post, how to find clients, and everything in between, it's high time you start learning the basics so you can cut through the noise and market like a boss...
2025-11-1313 minRooted & RelentlessTwo Leaders, One Goal: Building Communities That Support Other Powerhouse Women in Business (featuring Taylor Smith of The Power Table)In this episode of Rooted and Relentless, host Steph Rubio welcomes Taylor Smith of The Power Table to discuss the theme of collaboration over competition. They are both uniquely positioning to discuss this emerging theme because they are "competitors" in the very real sense of the word and Steph has her own mastermind while being a part of Taylor's. They explore the importance of authentic visibility and the power of community in growing a business. Taylor shares insights on membership retention, the significance of mentorship, and how to navigate competition with grace and integrity, leveraging it as a tool...
2025-11-0431 minRooted & RelentlessClarity & Qualifiers: Your Ticket to Finally Finding Aligned ClientsIn this episode of 'Rooted and Relentless,' Steph digs under the hood a bit to discuss how clarity and qualifying clients in your business are crucial to success (and your sanity). She shares personal experiences and insights on how to identify and attract the right clients who are committed to taking action and achieving success. Steph emphasizes the need for clear messaging, appropriate pricing, and understanding client readiness to ensure a fruitful client relationships. The big takeaway? We're not cutting people out when we get specific, we're cutting people in.Keep up with Steph's Shenanigans on...
2025-10-2008 min
The Power Table with Taylor SmithHow to Sell Out Your Mastermind or Group Coaching Program with Steph RubioSOLD OUT launches with a tiny audience? No problem. In this fireside chat, Taylor & Power Table Mastermind Member Steph Rubio swap strategies and personal brand tips for launching any kind of group coaching, membership, or group program that helped Steph sell out her very first mastermind cohort!In this episode of the Power Table Podcast, host Taylor Smith and guest Steph Rubio discuss the intricacies of launching and selling out group offers, such as masterminds and coaching programs. They explore the importance of building relationships, pre-selling offers, and creating urgency through bonuses. Steph shares...
2025-10-1643 minThe Power Table with Taylor SmithHow to Sell Out Your Mastermind or Group Coaching Program with Steph RubioSOLD OUT launches with a tiny audience? No problem. In this fireside chat, Taylor & Power Table Mastermind Member Steph Rubio swap strategies and personal brand tips for launching any kind of group coaching, membership, or group program that helped Steph sell out her very first mastermind cohort!In this episode of the Power Table Podcast, host Taylor Smith and guest Steph Rubio discuss the intricacies of launching and selling out group offers, such as masterminds and coaching programs. They explore the importance of building relationships, pre-selling offers, and creating urgency through bonuses. Steph shares...
2025-10-1643 minRooted & RelentlessCommunicate Confidently & Directly: Transform Your BusinessIn this episode of 'Rooted and Relentless,' Steph Rubio demonstrated not only how important direct communication is in both personal and professional settings, but how imperative learning skills like active listening & communicating directly are to your success. She shares insights on how effective communication can lead to business growth, better relationships, and personal empowerment. Steph emphasizes the need for clarity, active listening, and setting boundaries to avoid misunderstandings and enhance collaboration. In short, it's the powerful skill of saying exactly what you mean. Follow me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/virtually_stephrubioGet...
2025-10-0816 minRooted & RelentlessThe Power of Being Extra: Make Your Client Experience Next LevelSummary:In this episode, Steph Rubio weaves together tales of a sparkly H&M jacket, a local window tinting business, and the unsung heroes in scrubs to make it clear just how crucial your client's experience is. Discover how these seemingly unrelated stories prove that client experience can be the difference between repeat business and a total flop—without you ever knowing why. Buckle up, because we're diving into the art of being "extra" with a dash of snark and a whole lot of heart.Takeaways:Being "extra" will set you ap...
2025-09-3015 minRooted & RelentlessEP 09: The Controversial Story of How I Met My Husband & The Power of Telling Your Own StoryThere is power in telling your own story on your own timeline. For the first time in 11 years, Steph Rubio shares the reality behind the controversial story of how she met her husband and the power of telling your own story, on your own time. She discusses the challenges and dynamics of her past and current relationships, emphasizing transparency, respect, and the importance of self-love in honor of celebrating 8 years married and nearly 11 together with her current life partner.Follow me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/virtually_stephrubioGet Steph's Shenanigans...
2025-09-1617 minRooted & RelentlessMastering Personal Branding with Payton MoranJoin me for my first ever guest episode of Rooted and Relentless, where we dive into the world of personal branding with an expert in doing just that, Payton Moran. Discover the not-so-secret sauce behind building a powerful personal brand, how it is going to be THE thing to carry you through the trust apocalypse we currently find ourselves in and learn actionable strategies from two Queens of personal branding. Whether you are just starting to build your own brand, have a successful one already, or are wondering what the heck we mean when w...
2025-09-0935 minRooted & RelentlessThe Magic of Having the Plan & Moving Like the Next Version of Yourself, an example by Steph RubioOn this episode Steph shares her unique approach to personal growth and success. Some people call it manifesting. Some people call it living as your next identifiy. Some people call it forward thinking. Some people call it living with intention. Whatever you call it, discover the magic of having a plan and how moving like the next version of yourself can lead to extraordinary achievements. Tune in to hear how Steph has done this over the past year and the tiny little actions stacked up to big actions like launching this podcast and her very first Mastermind.
2025-09-0507 min
Social Media DecodedShow Up, Sell & Scale: The Specificity + Simplicity Playbook w/ Steph RubioIn this Social Media Decoded episode, strategist and “operations unicorn” Steph Rubio shares how to combine mindset + operations to stop undercharging, clarify your offer suite, and show up online with confidence. We dig into specificity and simplicity—the two levers that make your messaging convert—plus the systems that keep your business running like a well-oiled machine while you sell. Steph gets real about imposter syndrome, visibility fears, and the gritty choices that built her resilience and results.
What You’ll Learn
Specificity > wide nets: how clear positioning attracts the right buyers fast
Simplify to scale: streamline...
2025-08-2623 minRooted & RelentlessOvercoming Fear of Your Family in Social Media MarketingIn this episode, Steph gets pretty direct about letting the family & friends still hanging around your social media be the reason you do not show up & sell your offers. Discover practical strategies and inspiring stories from Steph who also had to face these fears head-on and emerged stronger. This episode calls out the importance of having the right support group, of marketing to the people you're trying to sell to, not your dusty, judgmental aunt that does not understand social media marketing. Tune in and transform your approach to social media marketing today!P...
2025-08-2622 minRooted & RelentlessKnowing, Navigating, & Sharing Values, Politics, & Basic Human Rights in Your BusinessIn this episode, Steph Rubio discusses the importance of living your values in business, particularly in relation to politics and human rights. She emphasizes that politics inevitably affects business operations and decisions, and differentiates between political issues and human rights. Steph encourages listeners to be clear about their values and how they align with their business practices, as misalignment can lead to a loss of trust and reputation. She also highlights the importance of boundaries and collaboration, and the implications of choosing to engage or remain neutral on political and human rights issues.
2025-08-1914 minRooted & RelentlessEP 04: Stand Out but Stay Clear: Differentiating Yourself without Losing FocusIn this episode, Steph Rubio delves into the fragile balance of differentiating your business without losing clarity. Drawing from personal experiences and industry insights, Steph emphasizes the importance of maintaining focus while standing out in a competitive market. Avoid the pitfalls of over-complicating your message and learn strategies to ensure your unique value is communicated clearly and effectively. Tune in to gain advice on refining your positioning and messaging to attract the right audience without getting lost in the noise.Book a Strategy Sesh & Boost Your Biz Power: https://www.stephrubio.com/small-business-consulting
2025-08-1206 minRooted & RelentlessBeyond the Marketing Buzzword: What is a business "strategy"?In this episode, Steph Rubio delves into the overuse and misunderstanding of the term "strategy" in today's business landscape. As a seasoned strategist, Steph unpacks what true strategic planning entails, contrasting it with the superficial use of the word as a mere buzzword. She shares insights from her own experiences, emphasizing the importance of a well-defined vision and intentional actions that align with long-term goals. Tune in to discover how to differentiate genuine strategy from the noise and apply it effectively in your business endeavors.Connect with me in IG DM's: https://www.instagram.com/virtually_stephrubio
2025-08-0510 minRooted & RelentlessBeating Imposter Syndrome: When It All Changed for StephIn this episode, Steph candidly shares her defining moment when she realizes she was facing imposter syndrome & how she overcame it thanks to the guidance of a powerful mentor. Discover how this pivotal experience reshaped her confidence and approach to business, greatly impacting how she shows up today, and inspiring you to embrace your own potential. #ImposterSyndrome #Empowerment #Mentorship #BusinessGrowth #OnlineBusiness #SelfDoubt #SelfLimitingBeliefs
2025-07-3109 minRooted & RelentlessVisibility, Vulnerability, & Your Personal BrandIn this episode, Steph Rubio dives into the transformative power of personal branding in today's digital landscape. She emphasizes the importance of authenticity and vulnerability, encouraging listeners to embrace their true selves online. Steph shares personal stories and insights, illustrating how genuine connections can build trust and drive success in entrepreneurship and today's digital marketing age. Tune in to discover how your personal brand can be the foundation that carries you through market shifts and helps you grow a business and life you love. #personalbranding #authenticity #digitalfootprint #visibility #vulnerability #entrepreneurship #onlinebusiness #businessgrowth #businesscoach #businessconsulting
2025-07-3008 min
What The F*t?!Celebrating 7 years of WTF?! and we're on video!To celebrate seven years of WTF?!, Logan Brookbank, a seasoned Ayurvedic Practitioner with a passion for holistic wellness and self-discovery is on to interview me! She helps me reflect on the past years of the podcast and life and ushers in our next chapter of video episodes! I'm endlessly grateful for all the support of listeners. None of this would be possible without Savannah LeBlanc on sound, Chaske Havros on video and animation and Steph Lindsay of Zest Cincy for branding. Thank you thank you thank you! I can't wait to see what comes next.
2025-07-0757 min
The Power Table with Taylor SmithStaying Resilient as an Entrepreneur When Things Don't Always Go According to Plan with Steph RubioResilience isn't talked about often enough in entrepreneurship because it can't be easily packaged or sold to you, but in this podcast episode, business strategist Steph Rubio and I get real & honest about what it takes to show up every day when things don't go according to plan. hey explore personal stories of overcoming challenges, the importance of community support, and practical strategies for building resilience. The conversation emphasizes the need to let go of perfectionism and embrace vulnerability, highlighting that resilience is an ongoing journey that every entrepreneur must navigate.Connect with Steph...
2025-07-0338 minThe Power Table with Taylor SmithStaying Resilient as an Entrepreneur When Things Don't Always Go According to Plan with Steph RubioResilience isn't talked about often enough in entrepreneurship because it can't be easily packaged or sold to you, but in this podcast episode, business strategist Steph Rubio and I get real & honest about what it takes to show up every day when things don't go according to plan. hey explore personal stories of overcoming challenges, the importance of community support, and practical strategies for building resilience. The conversation emphasizes the need to let go of perfectionism and embrace vulnerability, highlighting that resilience is an ongoing journey that every entrepreneur must navigate.Connect with Steph...
2025-07-0338 minRooted & RelentlessThe Podcast Has Landed - I Repeat: The Podcast Has LandedSummaryIn this inaugural episode of 'Rooted and Relentless', Steph Rubio shares how Rooted & Relentless was born, a peek behind the curtain of her journey of becoming a business strategist, starting with a history of her entering the workforce at the ripe old age of 16, emphasizing the importance of mindset, personal growth, and the relentless pursuit of your dream life - because you only get one. She discusses her experiences in sales and operations, the significance of understanding business strategy, and how personal identity plays a crucial role in success as an entrepreneur. The episode...
2025-06-1809 min
Pro Politics with Zac McCraryWhit Ayres & 30+ Years as a Top GOP PollsterSend us a textWhit Ayres, founder and president of North Star Opinion Research, has been a leading GOP pollster for more than 30 years. First a high school teacher then an academic, he cut his political teeth as state Budget Director for South Carolina Governor Carroll Campbell. As a pollster, upset Senate victories for Georgia Senator Paul Coverdell in 1992 and Tennessee Senator Bill Frist in 1994 put Whit and his firm on the map. And since then he's worked for some of the biggest names in GOP politics: Strom Thurmond, Lamar Alexander, Marco Rubio, Bob Corker, Lindsey Graham...
2024-04-0258 min
Profesjonalne Studio NBA - Keepthebeat & MVBProfesjonalne Studio NBA #201 - LAKERS i WARRIORS są tragiczni. Steph i LeBron mają dośćLA Lakers i Golden State Warriors wygrali łącznie ledwie 4 z ostatnich 14 spotkań. LeBron ma dość, Steph zalicza słabe mecze, w obu klubach sporo narzekania i dyskusji o przyszłości trenerów. Dziś - jako fani obu organizacji - szczegółowo omówimy tragiczną dyspozycję byłych mistrzów, ale zrobimy to jak Nicolas Cage i John Travolta. Dodatkowo: czy SGA to materiał na MVP, Giannis vs Wemby to zapowiedź przyszłości, tydzień NBA w pigułce i zakończenie kariery Ricky'ego Rubio.
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2024-01-082h 06
Off the PineEnd of the Road for Lebron & Steph? - Ep. 48The first episode of 2024 from Off the Pine has commenced!
Riveting 4 Quarters of NBA content with a sprinkle of Overtime fun!
1st: OG Trade with Knicks & Raptors
2nd: Ty Lue has turned the Clipper ship around
3rd: No Support for the Lakers
4th: The Fall of a Dynasty in Golden State
OT: A Farewell to Ricky Rubio & MORE!
2024-01-081h 10
Los NBA FreaksDocumental de Curry, la NBA en el mundial de basket, AD, Rubio, contenido en tiempo muerto y mucho más | Los NBA Freaks (Ep. 454)En este episodio, hablamos del documental de Steph Curry, la grandeza de su juego y lo interesante de su trayectoria. Arrancamos con el análisis de los jugadores de NBA en el mundial comenzando con Team USA. Hablamos de la extensión de AD, la pausa en la carrera de Ricky Rubio, y contenido interesante de NBA en el tiempo muerto.Redes sociales:Facebook, Twitter, Instagram: @losnbafreaksMarcos Brenes- Twitter: @MarcosJBrenes- Instagram: @marcosjbrenesGerard Clemente- Twitter: @gerardclemente- Instagram: @gerard_clementeJosue Brenes- Twitter: @JRBrenesWebsite: losnbafreaks.comEmail: losnbafreaks@gmail.com
2023-08-081h 03
The Wendy Acosta, Real Deal PodcastHealing Generational Trauma with Stephanie RubioOn this episode I talk with Stephanie Rubio podcast host of 100% Real with Steph we dig into a topic that is not necessarily talked about which is healing generational trauma. Just an honest and open discussion in regard to our experiences, we talk what is generational trauma? We carve out our path as we heal ourselves and take responsibility to be the generational breakers and stop curses that impede us to grow and be the confident individuals. Discussions around taboo topics that exist in our community are important to recognize that we are not alone carrying the...
2023-05-0432 min
All Things Basketball with GD podcast, hosted by GD That Sports DudeAll Things Basketball with GD - 2022-23 Season, Week 13 Part 1Intro (00:00 - 00:49)
Players of the Week: Lebron James and Donovan Mitchell (00:50 - 04:17)
Monday's news and highlights including injury news on Kevin Durant, Marcus Morris fined and Jalen Brunson's career night spoiled in a loss to Milwaukee (04:18 - 10:56)
Tuesday's news and highlights including injury news about Otto Porter Jr, Jonathan Isaac to play in G League as part of his journey back to the NBA, Jimmy Butler and his Miami Heat record setting night at the free throw line as well as Steph Curry's return back to the lineup after his shoulder injury (10:57 - 19:15)
2023-01-1744 min
All Things Basketball with GD podcastAll Things Basketball with GD - 2022-23 Season, Week 13 Part 1Intro (00:00 - 00:49)Players of the Week: Lebron James and Donovan Mitchell (00:50 - 04:17)Monday's news and highlights including injury news on Kevin Durant, Marcus Morris fined and Jalen Brunson's career night spoiled in a loss to Milwaukee (04:18 - 10:56)Tuesday's news and highlights including injury news about Otto Porter Jr, Jonathan Isaac to play in G League as part of his journey back to the NBA, Jimmy Butler and his Miami Heat record setting night at the free throw line as well as Steph Curry's return back to the lineup after his shoulder injury (10:57 - 19:15)
2023-01-1744 min
All Things Basketball with GD podcastAll Things Basketball with GD - Week 11 ReviewWeek 11 review (00:29)Mon:NBA making adjustments to health & safety protocols; isolation period from 10 to 6 daysDeAndre Ayton & coach Monty Williams (PHO) enters protocolsTrae Young clears protocols; scores 29 pts in a loss to CHI; DeMar DeRozan 35 pts & Zach LaVine 30 ptsMEM on road squeaks by PHO; Ja Morant with 33 pts & Desmond Bane 32 ptsBKN on read blows by LAC; James Harden 34 pts, 15 asts & 8 rebsTue:Bogdan Bogdanovic joins 12 ATL players in protocolsKevin Durant, Kyrie Irving & LaMarcus Aldridge clears protocols
2022-01-0542 min
All Things Basketball with GD podcast, hosted by GD That Sports DudeAll Things Basketball with GD - Week 11 ReviewWeek 11 review (00:29)
Mon:
NBA making adjustments to health & safety protocols; isolation period from 10 to 6 days
DeAndre Ayton & coach Monty Williams (PHO) enters protocols
Trae Young clears protocols; scores 29 pts in a loss to CHI; DeMar DeRozan 35 pts & Zach LaVine 30 pts
MEM on road squeaks by PHO; Ja Morant with 33 pts & Desmond Bane 32 pts
BKN on read blows by LAC; James Harden 34 pts, 15 asts & 8 rebs
Tue:
Bogdan Bogdanovic joins 12 ATL players in protocols
Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving & LaMarcus Aldridge clears protocols
2022-01-0442 min
Podcast – NBA StrayaThurs Dec 30: Josh Giddey in COVID Protocols #GetWellGidds + LeBron Hits 36k Points, Steph Tops 3k Triples & Rubio Out For the Season + Kyrie’s Back & NYE PREVIEW & FINAL SHOW OF 2021! (Ep 729)
We’ve had a few wild NBA days, so the FINAL NBA STRAYA SHOW OF 2021 is here to wrap it all up for you – we had LeBron passing 36k points for his career, Steph topping 3,000 triples, and word that KD and Kyrie are both out of the COVID protocols and back! The sad news though? Josh Giddey entered the COVID protocols, and Ricky Rubio tore his ACL, which stinks. All that, plus a BIG New Years Weekend Preview, and heaps of YEAH NAHS!
RIGHTO! SO! WHILE I’m on Holiday, we fang through the latest NBA news & fly th...
2021-12-3059 min
Fantasy BenchwarmersS03DFQ65 - Rubio's injury misfortune. Jimmy Butler returns...and injured again! Steph Curry Rant!WARNING: This is a Steph Curry rant episode AGAIN! As good as Curry is both in fantasy and real life, stinkers like this makes it really annoying and if you listen to the pod regularly, you know how frustrated I am on the timing of Curry's bad games. So yeah, this is the regular Curry rant by yours truly.
Anyway, Ricky Rubio on a game where he is playing his best, he ended the game in one of the worst case scenario possible - potential season ending injury. We will wait for official confirmation, but it does...
2021-12-2945 min