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
When I Realized Survival Mode Was Holding Me Back w/ Steph Rubio
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What 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 go, this conversation is your compass.
Episode Highlights:
- The shift from survival mode to strategic leadership
- Why your business strategy must start with your “why”
- The power of auditing every area of your business
- Letting go of shoulds and building a business that fits your life
- How self-belief and clarity create unstoppable momentum
Chapters:
00:00 – From VA to Strategy Unicorn: Steph’s Journey
01:45 – Why Strategy Starts With Your “Why”
04:00 – Cutting Through the Noise: Marketing That Makes Sense
06:30 – The Turning Point: Belief, Mentorship, and Growth
10:30 – What Makes a Unicorn: Seeing the Gaps Others Miss
18:30 – Creating a Business That Supports Your Life
25:00 – Planning Realistically: Vision, Strategy, and Action
Connect with Steph Rubio:
- IG: https://www.instagram.com/virtually_stephrubio
- Email: https://stephrubio.myflodesk.com/letsconnect
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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