Stay On Course: Ingredients for Success

Rebellious Success: Failure, Bigger Games, and Playing Full Out Guest: Toni Will | Host: Julie Riga | Stay On Course Podcast What if failure was your greatest leadership asset? In this bold and energizing episode, Julie Riga sits down with Toni Will, a two-time Guinness World Record holder, General Manager of the Kalamazoo Wings, TEDx speaker, entrepreneur, and author of the upcoming book Rebellio...

Your Brand Is Your Business Outfit: The Unspoken Rules of Brand Identity That Drive Real Growth Guest: Lexy Rubin, Owner and Creative Director of Rubin Design Company Host: Julie Riga Overview In this episode of the Stay On Course Podcast, Julie Riga sits down with Lexy Rubin, Owner and Creative Director of Rubin Design Company, an award-winning branding agency in South Florida. Lexy is a purpose-...

When Uncommon Becomes Destiny: Faith, Discipline, and Divine Alignment Transform Your Calling into Purpose Guest: Minister Bernard Marrow Host: Julie Riga What happens when you stop trying to fit in and start owning the uncommon path God placed in you? In this episode of Stay On Course, host Julie Riga sits down with Minister Bernard Marrow, founder of By Faith We Good Ministry Inc., musician, aut...

Embracing Imposter Syndrome: The Secret Ingredient to Success About This Episode In this episode, Julie sits down with Jennifer Fidder, a social psychologist and hypnotist with nearly two decades of coaching experience in health and wellness. Jennifer teaches others how to use the power of their subconscious mind to experience more happiness, health, and success. Together, they blow open the doors...

From Trauma to Triumph: The Three Ingredients for Post-Traumatic Growth Guest: David Dachinger, Retired Fire Lieutenant, EMT, Peer Coach and Grammy-Nominated Producer Host: Julie Riga What if your greatest trauma became your most powerful mission? In this transformational episode, Julie Riga sits down with David Dachinger, a stage four cancer survivor, retired fire lieutenant, Grammy-nominated pro...

Selling from the Soul: Confidence, Grit and Purpose-Driven Success Host: Julie Riga | Guest: Monique Iacobacci What does it truly take to show up every day with confidence, resilience, and authentic purpose, even when doors are being slammed in your face? In this heartfelt episode, Julie Riga sits down with her longtime friend and powerhouse sales leader Monique Iacobacci to explore the mindset an...

Summary : In this episode of the Stay on Course Podcast , Julie Rega sits down with Kelly Riley, an entrepreneur and coach with over 20 years in the salon industry. Kelly shares how she transitioned from salon ownership to coaching, offering actionable advice for entrepreneurs looking to pivot confidently, embrace growth, and reach their full potential. Main Article : Welcome to another inspiring...

Dive into a captivating episode where Cordell unravels the secrets to a fulfilling journey of personal growth, striking the perfect balance between self-competition and collaboration. Explore the transformative power of challenging yourself, breaking limits, and achieving goals with Cordell's profound insights. Uncover the potential of collaboration as Cordell emphasizes the impact of aligning wit...

From Corporate Boardrooms to Small Business Breakthroughs: Ingredients for Success with James Orsini Stay On Course Podcast | Host: Julie Riga | Guest: James Orsini What does it really take to build a thriving small business and how do the lessons of the Fortune 500 world translate to the entrepreneurial journey? In this candid and inspiring conversation, Julie Riga sits down with seasoned executi...

When Success Feels Heavy: The Architecture of Trust That Holds Guest: Debbie Simmons, Legacy Architect, Keynote Speaker and Bestselling Author Host: Julie Riga What is your life really built on, and will it hold when pressure hits? In this powerful episode, Julie sits down with Debbie Simmons, founder of the multimillion-dollar nonprofit Anchor Point and creator of the Architecture of Trust. Debbi...

Unlocking AI Potential: Ingredients for Success with Sasan Ghorbani In this special episode of The Stay on Course podcast, host Julie Riga welcomes Sasan Ghorbani, Founder of Alpicus, an AI platform designed to simplify AI for businesses. Hassan shares his insights on the key ingredients for success in using AI, highlighting the importance of mindset, the art of the possible, and automation in ach...

From Content Overload to Curated Influence: The Future of Connection Overview In this transformative episode, Julie Riga sits down with Kyle Hudson, founder and CEO of Stacklist, to explore how curation, not content creation, is becoming the future of trust and influence in an AI-driven world. Kyle shares his journey from building digital solutions for Google, Disney, and Coca-Cola to creating a p...

Living with Purpose Today So You're Remembered Tomorrow: The Sacred Art of Legacy Building Overview In a world that often feels overwhelming and chaotic, Rabbi Daniel Cohen reminds us that our greatest power lies not in changing the entire world, but in transforming one moment, one encounter, one life at a time. This deeply inspiring conversation explores the sacred ingredients for living with int...

Secrets to Transform Your Business and Lead with Purpose with Versaviya Despars In this Stay on Course podcast episode, host Julie Riga dives deep into the evolution of brand storytelling with branding expert Versaviya Despars. They explore how to help your business resolve conflict between your brand’s persona and your audience's needs by using the foundation of storytelling. Versaviya shares unb...

Stop Chasing Maybes: The Perfect Fit Client Method for B2B Sales Success Overview In this transformative episode, Julie Riga sits down with Nicoleta Hajek, founder of Pro Sales and the voice behind Empower Sales by Nico, for her very first podcast appearance. Nicoleta reveals her powerful Perfect Fit Client Method - a simple yet revolutionary approach that helps SME founders and technical teams bu...

Aligning Your Marketing for Long-Term Growth: The 3 Essential Ingredients Every Business Owner Needs In this transformative episode, Julie Riga sits down with Jeremiah Aut, founder and CEO of Involved Digital Marketing, to explore the strategic foundations that drive sustainable business growth. Jeremiah shares his journey from fragmented experimentation to focused execution, revealing the three e...

Ridiculously Easy Customer Experience Secrets with David Avrin A Must-Listen for CEOs, Entrepreneurs, and Leadership Professionals If you're a CEO, founder, executive leader, or HR professional looking to enhance leadership capabilities, build executive presence , and deliver customer experience that drives retention and revenue, this episode is for you. In this powerful episode of Stay on Course...

The Art of PR: How Small Businesses Can Earn Media Coverage with Ed Katz Episode Summary In this invaluable episode of Stay On Course , host Julie Riga sits down with Ed Katz, an award-winning PR expert and founder of Katnip Marketing, to reveal how small businesses can effectively cut through media clutter and gain valuable publicity. This conversation delivers powerful media strategies and PR in...

From PodFest to Purpose: Building Your Podcast Legacy Through Growth and Connection Guest: Junaid Ahmed, Home Studio Architect and Host of Hacks and Hobbies: Passion to Profit Stories Host: Julie Riga Overview In this inspiring episode recorded live at PodFest 2026, host Julie Riga connects with Junaid Ahmed for their second annual PodFest conversation. Junaid, known as the Home Studio Architect a...

Guard the Work: The Unspoken Rules of Legacy Leadership  Guest: Dr. (h.c.) Lisa Ray, Founder of Golden Ray Publishing Host: Julie Riga Overview In this powerful episode, host Julie Riga sits down with Dr. (h.c.) Lisa Ray, a veteran ghostwriter, publisher, and media strategist who transforms lived experience into legacy. Lisa shares her expertise in authentic leadership, personal br...

Leading Change When The Old You No Longer Works: Navigating High-Stakes Transformation with Heart-Centered Leadership Guest: Lin Coughlin, Executive Coach & Strategic Advisor Host: Julie Riga Overview In this powerful episode, Julie sits down with Lin Coughlin, an executive coach who spent 20 years in C-suite roles leading transformative change. Lin shares her wisdom on navigating high-stakes infl...

No Followers Needed: How to Build a Six-Figure UGC Business Guest: Megan Collier, Content Creator & UGC Coach Host: Julie Riga About This Episode Julie sits down with Megan Collier, who built a six-figure User Generated Content (UGC) business in just 14 months starting with only 200 followers. Megan now helps GenXers and Boomers launch successful UGC careers, and she's here to break down exactly h...

Three Ingredients for Building Unbreakable Resilience: Lessons from a Firefighter's Journey Guest: Gary Roberts - 20-Year Firefighter & Founder of Neurovus Host: Julie Riga Overview Julie sits down with Gary Roberts, a 20-year Fort Lauderdale firefighter who transformed personal tragedy into mission. After losing his daughter to an opioid overdose on her 27th birthday, Gary created Neurovus, an AI...

This episode marks an exciting milestone for the podcast. After launching in 2022, the show has officially begun charting on Apple Podcasts, and the momentum is just getting started. The focus for this year is clear and ambitious becoming a Top Ten podcast in the Entrepreneurship category. Listeners are invited into the Before I Lead community on Skool, a free space designed for small business own...

Beyond the Game: How One NBA Player Transformed Adversity Into Impact Guest: Gary Forbes, Former NBA Player, Published Author & Founder of Soul Survivors Host: Julie Riga Overview In this inspiring episode of the Stay On Course podcast, host Julie Riga sits down with former NBA player Gary Forbes to explore what happens when life takes you beyond the game you thought would define you. Gary shares...