Stay On Course: Ingredients for Success

Join host Julie Riga as she sits down with Caterina Rando, mentor extraordinary for women in business, to uncover the fastest path from speaking to clients. Discover why speaking beats social media for service-based entrepreneurs, learn Caterina's "sales fountain" approach that keeps clients coming back, and find out how she generates multiple five-figure sales from a single retreat. In this episo...

From Zero to Trader: The Beginner's Blueprint for Financial Freedom Guest: Mitch Abel, Founder of Investment Current Host: Julie Riga What if losing $150,000 was the beginning of your greatest financial breakthrough? Mitch Abel retired in 2015 and lost $150,000 in his first six months of trading. His partner Diana looked at him and said two words: "Keep going." Six months later, he made it all bac...

Why Your Data Is Not the Star of the Show: The Human Science of Powerful Presentations Guest: Anthony Greiter, Founder of Agent, Technical Translator and Presentation Coach Host: Julie Riga, Leadership Coach and Founder of the Stay On Course Podcast 📌 Visit the Episode Stack: stacklist.app/julieriga | All the links, resources, and key information from this episode in one easy place. Overview Most...

Future-Ready Mindset: Breaking Free from Change Fatigue Guest: Allister Frost | Host: Julie Riga Join Julie Riga as she sits down with Allister Frost, global keynote speaker, award-winning author, and former Microsoft leader, to explore what it means to build a future-ready mindset in a world of constant transformation. With over 10 years of leadership experience and a passion for helping professi...

Stop Letting Your Business Own You: The Role Alignment Secret Behind an $18M Exit Guest: Brandon Lee, Business Alignment Coach and Founder of Build By Design Host: Julie Riga Podcast: Stay On Course Podcast 📌 Visit the Episode Stack — All the links, resources, and key information from this episode in one easy place. Overview What if the real reason your business is not growing is not your strateg...

Whole Health Wealth: The Money Mindset Shift That Changes Everything Guest: Matt Paradise, Author, Financial Wellness Speaker and Liver Transplant Survivor Host: Julie Riga 📌 Visit the Episode Stack: stacklist.app/julieriga | All the links, resources, and key information from this episode in one easy place. From homeless teenager to award-winning author, Matt Paradise has empowered over 100,000 p...

Stay On Course Podcast - Episode Show Notes Lead Louder: How Storytelling & Psychological Safety Transform Team Performance Guest: Jesse Pudles, CEO & Founder of SpotCorp Host: Julie Riga Overview In this powerful episode, Julie sits down with Jesse Pudles, the visionary CEO and founder of SpotCorp, where creativity meets compassion in workplace transformation. Jesse shares how his company uses th...

📌 Visit the Episode Stack: stacklist.app/julieriga | All the links, resources, and key information from this episode in one easy place. Go Tell Your Story: How Powerful Storytelling Transforms the Way You Connect, Communicate, and Grow Your Business Guest: Ken Fay, Emmy Award-Winning Storyteller, Director and Creative Strategist Host: Julie Riga What if the most powerful business tool you have is...

Showing Up as Your Authentic Best Self: Ingredients for Success Guest: Dr. Lori Smith | Government Contracting Expert, Serial Entrepreneur and Founder Host: Julie Riga Overview What does it truly mean to show up as your authentic best self every single day? In this powerful episode of the Stay On Course Podcast, host Julie Riga sits down with Dr. Lori Smith, a DBA-trained government contracting ex...

Know Your Numbers: The Three Essential Ingredients for Small Business Success, In this powerful episode of Stay On Course , host Julie Riga and guest Anthony Velocci , a fractional CFO , reveal why knowing your numbers is the foundation of small business success and financial freedom . They explore how leadership , legacy , and expert strategy converge when entrepreneurs finally confront the fear...

Cooking Up Your One-of-a-Kind Signature Offer: The Four Ingredients for Success Guest: Deborah C. Smith, Marketing Strategist and Holistic Business Coach Host: Julie Riga Overview What does it really take to build a signature offer that sells, scales, and sets you free? In this episode, Julie Riga sits down with Deborah C. Smith, a marketing strategist, holistic business coach, and host of the Min...

Leadership Lessons from the Kitchen: The Three C's Every Great Leader Needs What does cooking have to do with building a business? Everything. Julie Riga sits down with Sutton C. McCraney and Lace Flowers, co-founders of the Flavor Room, to explore how kitchen wisdom transforms the way leaders lead and grow. From curry goat to lamb biryani, this conversation is packed with purpose, authenticity, a...

The Truth About 2025: My Raw Review of Small Business Reality Host: Julie Riga | Episode Type: Solo Episode Overview This isn't your typical year-in-review episode. Julie Riga gets brutally honest about what 2025 really looked like as a small business owner: the hustle that led nowhere, the rejection that stung, the corporate friends who disappeared, and the Friday nights spent wondering if she sh...

How to Be an Unforgettable Podcast Guest: Ingredients for Success on Any Show Guest: Steve Ramsey Host: Julie Riga What separates a forgettable podcast guest from one that hosts cannot stop talking about? In this candid conversation, Julie Riga and Steve Ramsey unpack the real tips every guest needs to show up prepared, authentic, and impactful before the mic even turns on. If you are stepping int...

The LEARN Framework: Building a Lasting Culture Through Intentional Leadership Guest: Jim Carbaugh, Educator, Leadership Coach and Author Host: Julie Riga Overview Jim Carbaugh spent 35 years in classrooms and school leadership before turning five letters his grandfather taught him into a framework now adopted by schools and businesses nationwide. His LEARN Framework covers Listen, Ethics, Attitud...

Brain-Based Leadership: How Awareness, Curiosity, and Presence Transform the Way You Lead Guest: Tracy Benson, Top 1% LinkedIn Coach & Brain-Based Leadership Expert Host: Julie Riga Overview Join Julie Riga as she sits down with Tracy Benson, a top 1% LinkedIn coach and brain-based leadership expert who has spent over three decades helping senior leaders create clarity, alignment, and real perform...

Why Hiring the Right Coach Changes Everything: The Ingredients for Leadership Growth Guest: Kate Hendrickson, Strategic Planning and Leadership Consultant Host: Julie Riga What does it truly take to accelerate your growth, lead with clarity, and build a business that reflects your values? In this episode, Julie sits down with Kate Hendrickson to unpack why hiring the right coach is one of the most...

Lead Where It Matters Most: Homegrown Leadership Starts at Home Guest: Joe LaRussa, Mayor, Entrepreneur and Founder of Homegrown Leadership Host: Julie Riga Overview What if the leadership skills driving your professional success could also transform your home life? In this episode, host Julie Riga sits down with Joe LaRussa, small city mayor, entrepreneur, and founder of Homegrown Leadership, to...

From Losses to Legacy: The Day Trading System That Builds Generational Wealth Guest: Mitch Abel, Founder of Investment Current Host: Julie Riga Overview What happens when retirement arrives and the numbers do not add up? For Mitch Abel, it became the catalyst for a remarkable transformation. After 40 years in sales, Mitch retired in 2015 with a $400,000 portfolio and quickly lost $150,000 in his f...

Meditation to Manifestation: Manifesting the Business of Your Dreams Guest: Katie Krimitsos, Founder and CEO of Women's Meditation Network Host: Julie Riga Overview What if manifestation isn't about vision boards and morning affirmations? In this powerful episode of the Stay On Course Podcast , host Julie Riga sits down with Katie Krimitsos , founder of the Women's Meditation Network , a platform...

LEAD WITH CONFIDENCE: Julie Riga's Proven Strategies for Readiness, Growth, and Success This episode of Stay on Course features Julie Riga, a certified coach, trainer, speaker, and author, as she shares her expertise on leadership mastery, readiness, and confidence. With her extensive experience in the Pharma Industry and as a coach, Julie provides valuable insights on how to build leadership skil...

Your Story Is Your Greatest Asset: Building a Narrative Operating System That Drives Real Growth Guest: Rain Bennett, Award-Winning Filmmaker, Author and Fractional Chief Storytelling Officer Host: Julie Riga What if your story was not just a marketing tactic but the very strategy that drives transformation, alignment, and legacy in your business? In this episode of the Stay On Course Podcast, hos...

Leadership from the Saddle: What Horses Teach Us About Leading Guests: Britain Mills-Dawes and Tea Di Lillo Host: Julie Riga In this episode of Stay On Course , leadership coach Julie Riga is joined by equine practitioner Britain Mills-Dawes and Alberta horse trainer Tea, co-hosts of the Uncinched podcast. Together they explore the leadership lessons hidden between horse and rider: trust, presence...

Success in Leadership, Goal-Setting, and Accountability with Cannon Carr. In this episode of Stay on Course with Julie Riga , guest Cannon Carr shares his insights on leadership, goal-setting , and accountability as key ingredients for success . He emphasizes the importance of effective communication , collaboration , and a growth mindset in fostering innovation and productivity . Julie and Cannon...

Creating a Fully Integrated Life: Mindfulness, Self-Care, and Entrepreneurship with Michele Bonds Summary: In this episode of Stay on Course, Julie Riga welcomes Michele Bonds, a creative entrepreneur, artist, and coach. Michele shares her journey of leaving the corporate world to pursue her passion for art and entrepreneurship. They discuss the importance of mindfulness, self-care, and listening...