Unfiltered Sessions

In this unfiltered conversation, Phillip sits down with transformational coach Seth Drugatz to dive deep into personal growth, the weight of people-pleasing, and making bold business transitions. Both Seth and Phillip have taken different paths, one staying in the coaching space and the other pivoting to a service-based business. In this honest and insightful episode, they unpack: Key Points Cover...

PODCAST DESCRIPTION: What if the life you're living right now is the exact life you once begged for? In this episode, I open up about a recent moment that reminded me how easy it is to normalize success to forget how hard we worked to get here and take our current blessings for granted. From building a business and raising kids to running podcasts and working full-time, it’s easy to overlook...

🎙️ From MMA to Millions: How Johnny Buck Built 2 Powerhouse Businesses FAST 💥 In this fire episode, we sit down with Johnny Buck,  former MMA fighter turned CEO of 13 Stripes Construction and Rogue Combat Club, one of the top 1% MMA gyms in the game. We get real about: Scaling a gym into a systemized, culture-driven machine 🏋️‍♂️ Why most construction business owners stay broke or burnt out 🔥 Br...

 For the Married Dad Trying to Do It All  Are you a married dad building a business and constantly feeling like you're dropping the ball? You’re not alone and more importantly, you’re not weak. In this vulnerable and empowering episode, Phillip Sessions opens up about the heavy load many entrepreneurial fathers carry: the pressure to be a strong husband, a present dad, and a successful busine...

 Want to Be a Leader? Start Acting Like One  You say you want to be a leader—but are you really leading, or just managing? In this episode, Phillip Sessions, founder of Refined VA, breaks down the real difference between being a leader and being a task manager. If you’re a business owner, manager, or someone working with virtual assistants, this episode is packed with practical strategies to help...

In this episode, I share a personal story that completely shifted how I run my business and it starts with a simple truth: your customers don’t need YOU. Whether you're a founder, agency owner, or service provider, this might be the message you need to finally step out of the daily grind. I’m diving into: Why your ego is holding your business back How I delegated my client process and bought...

🎙️ Building a Business While Navigating Life: The Struggles and Wins 🎙️ Entrepreneurship is tough, especially when you're balancing a 9-5 job, family life, and trying to grow your business. In this episode, I dive deep into my personal journey of launching my virtual assistant agency, facing setbacks, and learning the power of perseverance. In this episode, you’ll hear: How I went from zero t...

How to Scale Faster Using Virtual Assistants | Trust, Training, and Smart Systems   In this episode, we dive deep into the power of Virtual Assistants (VAs) and how they can transform your business operations. From cold calling to social media management, we uncover the strategies that have worked for top entrepreneurs. Whether you're a visionary or an integrator , we break down how you can l...

🎙️ Why EVERY Small Business Owner Needs a Virtual Assistant in 2025! Are you a small business owner feeling overwhelmed by emails, scheduling chaos, and endless tasks that don’t actually grow your business? It’s time to take control and start working smarter, not harder! In this episode, we dive deep into why a Virtual Assistant (VA) is no longer just a luxury—it's a game-changer for business...

🔥 Want to Level-Up Your Business in 2025? 🔥 In today’s episode, I’m dropping strategies that could completely transform your mindset, business, and life. If you’re tired of spinning your wheels and ready to see real results, you NEED to listen to this. I’m talking about the exact blueprints that top entrepreneurs and creators use to make MASSIVE gains—and how you can apply them TODAY. 🎧 Tune in...

Welcome to another behind-the-scenes business update! March has been a rollercoaster, filled with wins, challenges, and valuable lessons learned. We share everything from client losses to new leads, from virtual assistant struggles to content creation breakthroughs. In this episode, we discuss:   🔑 How our virtual assistant business is growing  🔑 The challenges we face with clients and staffing...

In this episode, we dive deep into the REAL truth behind owning a business – the pressure, the grind, and the privilege. 💼💸 Does pressure equal privilege? It sounds great on paper, but is it really that simple when you’re the one responsible for making it all work? In this conversation, I’m sharing the highs and lows of running a business that’s growing faster than you can handle – and how this...

How to Build a Business Without Losing Your Family 💭 Too many entrepreneurs sacrifice family time for hustle. But what if you could have both—a thriving business AND quality time with your loved ones? On today’s episode, we’re diving into the exact strategies high-level entrepreneurs use to balance work and family—without burning out. If you feel stretched thin between growing your business and s...

New Episode Alert! How to Make Content Creation Suck a Little Less 💥 In this episode, I’m diving into the behind-the-scenes of my content creation process — the ups, downs, and everything in between. After 7 years of creating videos, podcasts, and everything else, I’m sharing the strategy that’s helped me make content feel more fun, less stressful, and way more effective. I’ll talk about:  ✅ Bui...

UNFILTERED BUSINESS TRUTHS – Hiring, Firing & Scaling FAST! 🚀 What happens when your team isn't cutting it? You make tough decisions. In today’s Unfiltered Sessions , I’m talking about the REALITY of firing a video editor, a lead gen specialist, and a social media manager— all in one month 😳. But guess what? We bounced back STRONGER than ever. 🔥 In This Episode: ✅ The hard truth about...

GUEST HOST: Justin Shoemaker, CEO of Clearwave Water and Shoemaker Syndicate, recounts his journey from his Navy service to building a thriving career as an entrepreneur and sales leader. He reflects on his experiences in water treatment and solar sales, highlighting the vital impact of work ethic, mindset, and discipline in achieving success in sales. EPISODE: In this episode, Philip and Justin d...

In this episode I speak on launching my new podcast where I will share behind the scenes of what is happening in my business to help you understand business ownership and learn from my mistakes (and triumphs) along the way! Support the show

Brandon Mills, a business growth consultant at Scorpion Home Services, shares his journey from running a roofing company to becoming a marketing expert for home service businesses. Drawing from his experiences at RoofCon—a conference that grew from a small event to a major industry gathering—Brandon offers practical strategies for business expansion, overcoming challenges, and achieving sustainabl...

Is your packed schedule holding you back? In this episode, I challenge the "busy equals productive" mindset and share how strategies like delegation, batching, and automation can help you reclaim your time. Drawing from my journey as a business owner and family man, I reveal how simple adjustments, like hiring a virtual assistant, transformed my productivity and focus. Tune in to learn a...

Unlock the keys to reclaiming your time and enhancing productivity with podcast systems coach Joe Casabona. In this episode, Joe shares his insights on balancing automation and delegation, helping entrepreneurs optimize their workflows without falling into the trap of constant busyness. With over a decade of experience, Joe reveals when to adopt new tools or hire a virtual assistant to streamline...

What if you could reclaim 40 hours weekly to focus on what truly matters? This episode explores three game-changing strategies for leveraging virtual assistants to streamline your business and free up your time. From delegating social media management to outsourcing video editing, discover how these small shifts can elevate your brand, enhance productivity, and boost engagement. Tune in for action...

Unlock the potential of your relationships with insights from Donna, an international spiritual intelligence coach. In this episode, Donna shares how aligning with your core values can enhance personal harmony and drive business success. Learn how crafting a personal blueprint and setting clear goals can help you balance the demands of work and life for meaningful, long-term growth.      We explor...

Learn how to reclaim your family time and focus on what truly matters by mastering the art of delegation. In this episode, I share my journey from juggling every task to achieving balance, offering practical tips on identifying tasks to delegate, like social media and calendar management. Discover how to streamline your workload, find the right virtual assistants, and categorize tasks by preferenc...

Discover the keys to modern leadership with Jurriaan, a Dutch organizational change expert who transformed his IT background into a mission to revolutionize management. Jurriaan shares strategies for fostering high-autonomy, high-effectiveness teams while leveraging the Netherlands’ linguistic strengths to excel internationally. Learn how his journey shaped his approach to consulting, speaking, an...

What if you could genuinely transform your life by simply embodying the characteristics of the person you aspire to be? In this episode, we dissect the empowering notion of "be it until you become it," setting it apart from the age-old advice of "fake it until you make it." Through real-life examples, such as striving to be a better partner or achieving ambitious fitness goals,...