Business Over Cocktails - Behind the Business - Real Talk with Female Entrepreneurs

In this episode of Business Over Cocktails, Stephanie Ross introduces the concept of intentional entrepreneurship—a framework for building a sustainable, scalable business without sacrificing your life. As a soulpreneur, mom, and multi-business owner, Stephanie shares the real strategies behind her 4-day workweek, including her Four-Part To-Do List, Soulpreneur Check-In, and designated days method.

She dives into how delegation...

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 sh...

In this episode of the Business Chaser, nail artist, salon owner, and educator Jess Warz takes the mic to reflect on the creative freedom, career flexibility, and client connection that make the beauty industry so fulfilling.

From working on editorial sets and Fashion Week to running her own nail salon, Jess shares the many paths a nail tech can take—and how to make your business feel more like play than work. She dives into buildin...

In this episode of Business Over Cocktails, Lauren sits down with Jess Warz—a nail artist, salon owner, and nail educator who shares her powerful business journey from nursing school to building a thriving nail salon.

Jess opens up about how an accidental pivot turned into a full-blown career in nail art, what it takes to become a successful nail tech, and how she built a space where creativity and client connection thrive.

They dive...

In this solo episode of The Business Chaser, Lauren peels back the curtain on the real story behind her business growth—from the early days of burnout and following bad coaching advice, to discovering her own sales strategies and building momentum through intuitive action. She shares the hard lessons learned, the surprising power of selling in the DMs, and why confidence—not perfection—became her biggest asset.

Lauren also refl...

In this heartfelt episode of Business Over Cocktails, Lauren is interviewed by her longtime friend and former client, Rebecca Richards. Together, they dive deep into the mindset shifts, personal growth, and business strategy that have shaped Lauren’s journey as an entrepreneur and coach. From early challenges and burnout to redefining success and work-life balance, Lauren shares the real, raw story behind her evolution in the onlin...

In this episode of Business Over Cocktails, Lauren is joined by business coach and ethical sales expert Heather Wylde to talk all things sales strategy—without the sleaze. 

Heather breaks down how to approach high-vibe sales conversations that feel good, convert consistently, and honor your potential clients. She shares her journey from being turned off by pushy, NLP-based sales techniques to creating a framework that’s rooted ...

In this soulful and candid conversation, Lauren sits down with business coach, musician, and digital nomad Heather Wylde to explore the deep intersections between personal growth, trauma recovery, and entrepreneurship. Celebrating her one-year anniversary as an international traveler, Heather shares how a leap of faith to move to Mexico changed the trajectory of her life and career. From confronting toxic coaching environments to b...

In this episode of Business Chaser, Lauren Najar shares her entrepreneurial journey, discussing the lessons learned from her various business ventures, the importance of confidence in business, and the value of finding one's niche. 

She reflects on her experiences with different business models, the challenges she faced, and how she ultimately found success by embracing her unique strengths and building her confidence.

In this engaging conversation, Lauren Najar and Kayla Meloy discuss the intricacies of entrepreneurship, the importance of supportive friendships, and the challenges faced by those pursuing their passions. 

They explore the journey of building a business, overcoming self-doubt, and the significance of having a strong support system. The discussion also touches on the loneliness of entrepreneurship, the need for community, and t...

In this focused episode, web designer and strategist Rebecca Richards breaks down how to use website design to attract your ideal clients, build trust, and boost conversions. 

We explore the essentials of a strong online presence—from streamlining offers to optimizing user experience and integrating social proof. 

Whether you're in health and wellness or another service-based business, you'll learn how to create a...

In this inspiring episode of the podcast, Lauren Najar sits down with entrepreneur and web design expert Rebecca Richards to explore the intersection of mindset, branding, and business strategy. 

Through a candid interview, they unpack Rebecca’s evolution from mindset coaching to launching a purpose-driven web design studio. The conversation touches on the emotional journey of entrepreneurship, the role of personal growth in bu...

In this reflective solo episode, Lauren Najar shares business lessons from seven years of entrepreneurship; unpacking how clarity, mindset, and genuine connections shaped her journey. 

She explores the role of alignment in business strategy, why quality over quantity matters in networking, and how personal growth fuels long-term success. Tune in for a thoughtful take on entrepreneurship, learning from experience, and staying gr...

In Resilience & Reinvention: The Lauren Najar Story, host and entrepreneur Lauren Najar sits down with long-time friend and client Jacquelynn Cotten for an intimate conversation about her remarkable personal story—from surviving cancer to leaving the corporate banking world and building a purpose-driven business. 

With honesty and transparency, Lauren shares how moments of challenge shaped her resilience, fueled her persona...

In The Power of Clarity in Entrepreneurship, host Lauren Najar reflects on the most valuable business lessons learned through her journey and the role clarity plays in achieving success. 

From cultivating the right mindset to building meaningful connections, Lauren shares how intentional reflection fuels personal growth and strengthens business strategy.

Whether you’re navigating the early stages of entrepreneurship or refi...

In this deeply personal kickoff episode of Business Over Cocktails, host Lauren Najar shares her journey from being a two-time cancer survivor to becoming a business mentor and podcast creator. 

Blending storytelling with actionable business advice, Lauren reveals the vision behind the show—creating unfiltered, authentic conversations that inspire and empower entrepreneurs. 

Through candid interviews and transparent dialogu...

What happens when the strategy stops working? When your mindset blocks start shouting louder than your ambition? When your story begins to shift—and your business needs to shift with it?

Welcome to Business Over Cocktails—the podcast where real conversations take center stage.

Hosted by Lauren Najar, business strategist, founder, and guide for entrepreneurs navigating the in-between, this show goes beyond the surface. Each ...