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
How to Build a Business That Matches Your Vision w/ Steph Rubio
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In 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 the same. From setting boundaries and communicating needs at home to trusting your business intuition, this episode is packed with mindset shifts and time management tips for solopreneur women who are ready to stop surviving and start leading.
Episode Highlights:
- Redefining business strategy by starting with your “why”
- Creating daily mental space to spark clarity and creativity
- Communicating needs and setting boundaries to support growth
Chapters:
00:00 – The Missing Piece in Your Strategy: Understanding Your Why
01:50 – From Survival Mode to Visionary Thinking
03:30 – Creating Space: Daily Habits That Change Everything
07:00 – Boundaries, Communication, and Leading Like a Boss
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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