Business Over Cocktails - Behind the Business - Real Talk with Female Entrepreneurs
Welcome to Business Over Cocktails — the podcast where female entrepreneurs, founder stories, and soulful business growth take center stage.
Hosted by business strategist and community builder Lauren Najar, this show dives into the “why” behind the business, the real stories behind entrepreneurship, and the pivotal moments that shape women-led brands.
Expect candid interviews with creative entrepreneurs, behind-the-scenes reflections on small business growth, and bite-sized solo episodes inside The Business Chaser — where we explore authentic visibility, organic marketing, and building a business that actually feels good.
Whether you're scaling a service-based business, navigating a pivot, or craving real talk for entrepreneurs, this is your spot.
Pull up a seat. Pour your favorite drink. Let’s talk business.
Business Over Cocktails - Behind the Business - Real Talk with Female Entrepreneurs
Redefining Success: Freedom, Community, & Growth
What does it really take to build a business that aligns with your soul and your season of life? In this episode, Lauren sits down with Stephanie Ross—author, educator, real estate agent, and founder of the Small Business Sister Circle—to explore the raw truths of entrepreneurship, motherhood, and personal growth.
Stephanie shares her journey from burnout to balance, how she created a thriving community from scratch, and why she believes women don't have to choose between building a business and living a full life. From her early days as a group fitness instructor to becoming a multi-business solopreneur and new mom, this conversation is a must-listen for any woman building her life on purpose.
Takeaways
- Being a solprenuer means embracing multiple passions.
- Authenticity is key in networking and community building.
- Transitioning careers can lead to unexpected opportunities.
- Creating a supportive community is essential for women entrepreneurs.
- Intentionality in business leads to better work-life balance.
- Motherhood can enhance focus and efficiency in business.
- It's important to listen to your gut and pursue your dreams.
- Challenges in business are opportunities for growth.
- Building a community can stem from personal needs.
- Women can successfully balance entrepreneurship and motherhood.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to a Soulpreneur
02:01 The Journey of a Soulpreneur
03:58 Mixed Martial Arts and Life Lessons
06:31 Transitioning to Real Estate
11:33 Creating the Small Business Sister Circle
15:22 Building Community and Support
21:50 Creating Your Own Path
24:57 The Power of Self-Awareness and Community Building
27:36 Navigating Motherhood and Entrepreneurship
31:19 Intentional Living: Balancing Work and Family
34:52 Redefining Success as a Mompreneur
41:02 Embracing Your Calling and Overcoming Fear
Connect with Stephanie Ross:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/stephanieleaross/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/souldrivenwithsteph/
Website: https://www.stephanieleaross.com/
Let’s Stay Connected:
→ Follow Lauren on Instagram: www.instagram.com/laurennajar
→ Learn more or work with me: www.laurennajar.com
→ Follow Business Over Cocktails on IG: www.instagram.com/businessovercocktails
→ Attend Growth & Connect retreats & events: www.instagram.com/growthandconnect
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