He Saw My Potential Before I Did w/ Lauren & Darrin Najar (Part 1)

Sometimes the person who changes your life is the one who believes in you before you believe in yourself.Long before I built a successful business, there was uncertainty, career frustration, and a series of business ideas that never quite felt right. In this special episode, recorded in celebration of their 10th wedding anniversary, I sit down with my husband, Darrin, to reflect on the journey that started long before entrepreneurship. Together, we revisit the jobs we shared, the challenges I faced after cancer, and the winding path that helped me discover what I was truly meant to do. From early side hustles and blogging to discovering coaching, Darrin shares what he saw in me years before I recognized it myself. Our conversation explores the power of having someone who believes in your potential, the confidence that comes from being truly supported, how I spent years waiting for permission to pursue what I was truly capable of, and why the businesses that didn't fit ultimately led me to the one that did. If you've ever questioned whether you're capable of something bigger, this episode will remind you that sometimes all it takes is one person who sees your potential until you're able to see it for yourself.And make sure you don’t miss part 2 of our conversation that will be out September 7, 2026.Chapters:00:40 How We Met at the Bank02:40 Cancer, Dating, and a New Beginning04:20 The Side Hustles That Shaped My Journey08:20 Looking for a Career That Felt Right11:40 When Darrin Knew Coaching Was Different14:20 Why Starting a Blog Changed Everything17:20 Realizing Coaching Could Be a Career 20:20 Learning to Believe in My Own Skills23:00 The Permission to Become Who I Was26:00 The One-on-One Conversation That Stuck30:20 Why I Called Darrin My Mindset Coach33:20 The Shift From Side Hustle to Business Owner36:20 How I've Changed Over the Years 38:40 The Question That Will Be Answered in Part TwoThis podcast is brought to you in partnership with Liz Chapman & COUpcoming Events:Napa Retreat - October 5-8, 2026 - https://laurennajar.myflodesk.com/cetj223rsrGrowth & Connect Events - https://laurennajar.myflodesk.com/hb2a0mwbqwSave 25% with Flodesk - https://flodesk.com/c/OR8VKLLet’s Stay Connected: → Follow Lauren on Instagram: www.instagram.com/laurennajar → Learn more or work with me: www.laurennajar.com → Follow Business Over Cocktails on IG: www.instagram.com/businessovercocktails → Attend Growth & Connect retreats & events: www.instagram.com/growthandconnect🎧 Subscribe & Review: Love the episode? Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share with a friend who needs a business boost and a good chat over a cocktail.