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.
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Business Over Cocktails - Behind the Business - Real Talk with Female Entrepreneurs
A Wake‑Up Call, a Career Shift, and a New Health Mission w/ Jenny Pena
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What happens when a high-achieving finance executive hears the words “pre-diabetic” before turning 30? In this powerful episode, Lauren sits down with Jenny Pena—now known as the Blood Sugar Bestie—to unpack the wake-up call that changed everything.
Jenny shares her deeply personal journey from Wall Street stress to wellness coaching, how losing her grandmother to diabetes pushed her toward change, and why so many professionals miss the early signs. Together, they explore the emotional weight of health diagnoses, what it really takes to make lasting lifestyle changes, and why behavior change is more about mindset than rules.
Whether you’re navigating your own health journey or supporting someone who is, this conversation will leave you inspired, informed, and grounded in what’s truly possible.
Episode Highlights:
- Jenny’s unexpected diagnosis and how it led to a career pivot
- The emotional impact of losing her grandmother to diabetes
- The shift from dismissing symptoms to taking full ownership of her health
- Why sustainable lifestyle changes matter more than quick fixes
- Client transformation stories that go beyond weight loss
Chapters:
00:00 – Welcome & Guest Introduction
01:00 – Jenny’s Health Wake-Up Call
10:55 – From Finance to Health Coaching
19:30 – Coaching Style & Client Success
31:48 – Reflections & Personal Growth
Connect with Jenny Pena:
Website - https://www.jennypena.com
Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/coachjenp/
LinkedIn  https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachjenp
YouTube - https://youtube.com/@coachjenp?si=NkGZP17FXbUdBHr9
Let’s Stay Connected:
→ Follow Lauren on Instagram: www.instagram.com/laurennajar
→ Learn more or work with me: www.laurennajar.com
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→ Attend Growth & Connect retreats & events: www.instagram.com/growthandconnect
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