Soul Driven with Steph

About Soul Driven with Steph

Sisterhood, Soul & Strategy is a podcast for ambitious entrepreneurs, female small business owners, and leaders who believe the key to a successful business is growing it together in community with a little bit of strategy and a whole lot of soul along the way! Hosted by Stephanie Ross, an author, speaker, educator, and founder of Small Business Sister Circle®, this show is centered on community-driven entrepreneurship, soulful leadership, and practical business strategy for every season of growth. Each episode explores what it really takes to build an intentional, sustainable small business.

Publisher

Stephanie Lea Ross

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

12 Aug 2022

Latest episode

26 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

159 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   26 Oct 2026

   Ep #159: Client Experiences That Keep People Coming Back

   Welcome to the Sisterhood, Soul, and Strategy Podcast. I'm Stephanie Ross, your host, where every Monday I guide you through an empowering journey of growth, connection, and candid conversations that center around sisterhood, soul, and strategy as a small business owner. In this strategy packed episode, we are thrilled to have Vanessa Kavulish join us. As a business strategist, entrepreneur, and speaker, Vanessa shares her expertise on scaling businesses without losing authenticity and personal essence. Her insights are a goldmine for founders looking to grow sustainably and with intention. In this Episode: Vanessa's Entrepreneurial Journey: Discover Vanessa's path from childhood entrepreneurial ventures to leading high-ticket client success at a coaching firm. Her experiences offer a unique lens on what truly fuels sustainable business growth. Client Experience and Retention: Learn why focusing on client experience is pivotal in reducing attrition and increasing retention. Vanessa shares practical strategies to enhance client relationships and ensure they remain at the heart of your business. Frameworks for Business Scaling: Explore Vanessa’s frameworks for building and scaling businesses in alignment with personal values and goals. She emphasizes the importance of authenticity and intentionality in every step of the process. Community Engagement and Automation: Vanessa discusses the dual role of community building and automation in business growth. Discover how to maintain a personal touch while leveraging automations and SOPs to streamline operations. Personal Rituals for Success: Delve into the personal rituals Vanessa uses for grounding and energy management. Her practices are designed to maintain balance and sustain energy during rapid business growth. Key Takeaways: Prioritizing client experience can significantly reduce attrition and boost retention. Implementing automations and SOPs allows entrepreneurs to scale without losing the personal touch that clients value. Building relationships intentionally is crucial for long-term success and sustainable growth. Offering a free community tier can be a powerful tool for attracting new leads and nurturing potential clients. Business growth demands intentionality and strategic planning, ensuring alignment with personal and brand values. EPISODE AD LINKS and resources: Try our membership: 30 days for $30 trial using this link here: https://sister-circle.circle.so/checkout/30-days-in-the-circle (https://sister-circle.circle.so/checkout/30-days-in-the-circle) Shop with Smalltown Beauty by Asia: https://smalltownbeautybyasia.com/ (https://smalltownbeautybyasia.com/) CODE: STEPH for $5 off Guest Links: Website: Www.Vanessakavulish.com (Www.Vanessakavulish.com) Social media handles: @vkgrowthconsulting ____________________ Join us for this engaging conversation with Vanessa Kavulish as she provides valuable insights into entrepreneurial success, client engagement, and community building. Tune in to explore how authenticity, strategic frameworks, and personal rituals can elevate your business journey. Liked this episode? I will be dropping a new episode every other Monday for insightful discussions and actionable advice that will leave you inspired and ready to take your next steps. Ready? Hit the subscribe button and join our community of empowered women entrepreneurs. Let’s grow together, one episode at a time. 💪✨ And don’t forget, I’m always cheering for you! 🩷

2. 

   12 Oct 2026

   Ep#158: Holiday Selling with Soul

   Welcome to the Sisterhood, Soul, and Strategy Podcast. I'm Stephanie Ross, your host, where every Monday I guide you through an empowering journey of growth, connection, and candid conversations that center around sisterhood, soul, and strategy as a small business owner. In this festive episode, I dive into the magic of the holiday season and how it can be not only one of the best quarters for sales, but also the most fun for small business owners. Join me as I unwrap a three-step process to create a successful holiday marketing plan that aligns with your audience's needs, closes the revenue gap, and sells with soul. In this Episode: Holiday Spirit in Business: I’m like a holiday spirit junkie, and I believe our mom is the true magician behind the holiday magic. This festive energy can be harnessed in your business too! Get Clear With A Three-Step Marketing Plan: Aligning offers, closing revenue gaps, and selling with soul. Community Engagement and Collaboration: Embrace collaboration over competition. We’re all in this together, and supporting each other can enhance our collective success. Sister Circle Shop Small Movement: I proudly introduce this initiative to encourage small businesses to support one another during the holiday season. Let’s create a network that uplifts and empowers. Key Takeaways: Infuse your business with the joy and spirit of the season. Start strategizing to align your offers with what your audience truly needs. Understanding your audience’s desires is the foundation of successful holiday planning. Support and uplift fellow small businesses by joining forces and sharing the holiday spirit. Create offers that fulfill both your business goals and your clients' needs. Make selling a joyous and engaging process. Leave your customers with lasting impressions that keep them coming back. EPISODE AD LINKS and resources: Try our membership: 30 days for $30 trial using this link here: https://sister-circle.circle.so/checkout/30-days-in-the-circle (https://sister-circle.circle.so/checkout/30-days-in-the-circle) Well Built Humans: mention Sister Circle and get 10% off. Join the waitlist for Sister Circle Shop Small (https://sistercircle.myflodesk.com/shopsmallwaitlist)— a holiday movement bringing small businesses + communities together to intentionally shop small, spread the word, and keep more holiday dollars in the hands of small business owners. Whether you have a storefront, online shop, product or service-based business, add your name to be the first to know when FREE Sister Circle Shop Small Movement begins for you to download your marketing kit! Join the Shop Small Movement Waitlist (https://sistercircle.myflodesk.com/shopsmallwaitlist) today! ____________________ Join me in this episode to explore how you can make the holiday season a magical time for your business. Together, let’s support our local communities and grow our businesses with heart and strategy. Liked this episode? I will be dropping a new episode every other Monday for insightful discussions and actionable advice that will leave you inspired and ready to take your next steps. Ready? Hit the subscribe button and join our community of empowered women entrepreneurs. Let’s grow together, one episode at a time. 💪✨ And don’t forget, I’m always cheering for you! 🩷

3. 

   28 Sept 2026

   Ep #157: Build Your Body to Fuel Your Life (And Business)

   Welcome to the Sisterhood, Soul, and Strategy Podcast. I'm Stephanie Ross, your host, where every other Monday I guide you through an empowering journey of growth, connection, and candid conversations that center around sisterhood, soul, and strategy as a small business owner. In this episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with Jenny and Brandon LaRue, the visionary founders of Well Built Humans, a unique gym based in La Crosse, Wisconsin. Together, we explore the profound impact of community, personalized coaching, and holistic wellness on fitness success and personal growth. In this Episode: Community as a Key Differentiator: Jenny and Brandon emphasize the importance of building a supportive community within Well Built Humans, which enhances motivation and accountability among members. Personalized Fitness and Physiology: Understanding individual physiology is crucial for designing effective workouts, and the gym offers tailored assessments to cater to each person's unique needs. Coaching and Relationship Building: Coaching at Well Built Humans is not just about fitness; it's about building relationships and providing accountability to ensure members achieve their goals. Family Values and Business Balance: The LaRues share how they align their business growth with family values and lifestyle, ensuring a harmonious balance between their personal and professional lives. Postpartum Fitness Approach: Special attention is given to postpartum fitness, highlighting the need for a tailored approach to support recovery and wellness. Nutrition's Role in Fitness: Nutrition is a vital component of fitness success, with a focus on sustainable meal planning, tracking macros, and understanding the long-term journey of nutrition. Overcoming Mental Barriers: The discussion touches on the challenges women face with body image and the scale, emphasizing the importance of a healthy mindset toward strength training and body composition. Strength Training and Personal Growth: Strength training is prioritized for everyone, and investing in personal growth is seen as key to achieving overall wellness. Key Takeaways: Building a strong community within a gym setting enhances motivation and accountability. Understanding your unique physiology can significantly improve workout effectiveness. Coaching is about forming relationships and providing accountability. Fitness growth should align with your family values and lifestyle. Postpartum fitness requires a personalized approach to ensure effective recovery. Nutrition plays an essential role in achieving fitness goals, with a focus on meal planning and tracking macros. Trusting the process is crucial for long-term success in both fitness and personal growth. Building muscle is more challenging than losing fat and requires dedication and effort. EPISODE AD LINKS and resources: https://getgloci.com/STEPHROSS (https://getgloci.com/STEPHROSS) CODE: STEPHROSS for 40% off your first order Well Built Humans: mention Sister Circle and get 10% off. Website: https://wellbuilthumans.com/ Social handles: @wellbuilthumansgym @wellbuilthumans @jenlarue3 ____________________ Liked this episode? I will be dropping a new episode every other Monday for insightful discussions and actionable advice that will leave you inspired and ready to take your next steps. Ready? Hit the subscribe button and join our community of empowered women entrepreneurs. Let’s grow together, one episode at a time. 💪✨ And don’t forget, I’m always cheering for you! 🩷

Who has been a guest on Soul Driven with Steph

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• Sarah Beaver
• Steph Rubio
• Caelyn Zupko
• Molly Asplin
• Chris Sander

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YouTube views

607

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Spotify

4.9 / 5

16 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 73 / 100

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Quality

91

Social presence

0

YouTube

66

Engagement

71

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