How I Built a Business on Confidence and Intuition w/ Lauren Najar

In this solo episode of The Business Chaser, Lauren peels back the curtain on the real story behind her business growth—from the early days of burnout and following bad coaching advice, to discovering her own sales strategies and building momentum through intuitive action. She shares the hard lessons learned, the surprising power of selling in the DMs, and why confidence—not perfection—became her biggest asset.Lauren also reflects on growing a local business presence, how collaborations shaped her path, and what it truly takes to lead when the room you’re in no longer fits. Whether you're navigating entrepreneurship, refining your coaching practice, or building your next offer, this episode is a masterclass in owning your voice and trusting your gut.Episode Highlights:Confidence is key to success in business.Focusing on what works for you is essential.Investing in the right coaching can lead to growth.Building relationships is crucial for sales success.Creating on the fly can yield great results.Networking locally can enhance business opportunities.It's important to learn from failures and adapt.Being in a room with smarter people fosters growth.Understanding your unique value is vital.Creating meaningful events can impact your community.Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Business Over Cocktails00:52 Journey to Success: Overcoming Failures03:01 Building Confidence and Authenticity in Business08:34 Lessons from Business Coaching Experiences11:26 The Importance of Community and Masterminds16:18 Navigating Personal Challenges and Business Growth18:32 Local Networking and Building Connections24:04 Creating Unique Experiences and EventsUpcoming Events:Chicago Retreat - July 14-16, 2026 - https://laurennajar.myflodesk.com/iid9wbr2ycNapa Retreat - October 5-8, 2026 - https://laurennajar.myflodesk.com/cetj223rsrGrowth & Connect Events - https://laurennajar.myflodesk.com/hb2a0mwbqwLet’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.