How to Build a Business That Matches Your Vision w/ Steph Rubio

In this episode of Business Over Cocktails, Steph Rubio joins Lauren for a powerful after-hours chaser on what business strategy really means for women entrepreneurs. If you’ve been stuck doing all the things, spinning your wheels, and wondering why your business still feels off—this conversation is your wake-up call. We explore how to find clarity in business strategy, create mental space for big-picture thinking, and carve out daily habits that support growth without burnout.Steph shares how 30 minutes of intentional stillness each day helped her shift from survival mode into visionary mindset—and how you can do the same. From setting boundaries and communicating needs at home to trusting your business intuition, this episode is packed with mindset shifts and time management tips for solopreneur women who are ready to stop surviving and start leading.Episode Highlights:Redefining business strategy by starting with your “why”Creating daily mental space to spark clarity and creativityCommunicating needs and setting boundaries to support growthChapters:00:00 – The Missing Piece in Your Strategy: Understanding Your Why01:50 – From Survival Mode to Visionary Thinking03:30 – Creating Space: Daily Habits That Change Everything07:00 – Boundaries, Communication, and Leading Like a BossConnect with Steph Rubio:IG: https://www.instagram.com/virtually_stephrubioEmail: https://stephrubio.myflodesk.com/letsconnectThis 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.