EPISODE · May 11, 2026 · 32 MIN
They Built a Business With a 1% Divorce Rate (and They’re Not Therapists) (Part 1/2)
from Millionaire University · host Millionaire University
#900 What does it take to go from a burnt-out accountant with a crumbling marriage to building a relationship coaching company with a 1% divorce rate? In Part 1 of this two-part episode, host Tara Williams sits down with Stacey Martino, co-founder of the Relationship Development Organization, who shares how she accidentally saved her own marriage — and how that personal breakthrough eventually became a calling she couldn't ignore. Stacey opens up about the messy, reluctant beginnings of her business: the early methods that completely bombed, the guilt of working with real couples before she had all the answers, and the pivotal moment her husband Paul challenged her to stop playing small. If you've ever wondered whether you're "qualified enough" to turn your hard-won experience into something that helps others, this one's for you! What we discuss with Stacey: + Accountant to relationship coach + Marriage nearly fell apart + Husband Paul sparked the mission + Early methods completely bombed + Patterns emerged across clients + Reluctant hero answers the call + Worked free for years first + Charged only once results proven + Started with group 8-week program + Demand swelled, careers shifted Thank you, Stacey! Check out Part 2 of this episode. Check out the Relationship Development Organization at RelationshipDevelopment.org. Get a free copy of the book, The Missing Piece. Watch the video podcast of this episode! To get access to our FREE Business Training course go to MillionaireUniversity.com/training. To get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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#900 What does it take to go from a burnt-out accountant with a crumbling marriage to building a relationship coaching company with a 1% divorce rate? In Part 1 of this two-part episode, host Tara Williams sits down with Stacey Martino, co-founder of the Relationship Development Organization, who shares how she accidentally saved her own marriage — and how that personal breakthrough eventually became a calling she couldn't ignore. Stacey opens up about the messy, reluctant beginnings of her business: the early methods that completely bombed, the guilt of working with real couples before she had all the answers, and the pivotal moment her husband Paul challenged her to stop playing small. If you've ever wondered whether you're "qualified enough" to turn your hard-won experience into something that helps others, this one's for you! What we discuss with Stacey: + Accountant to relationship coach + Marriage nearly fell apart + Husband Paul sparked the mission + Early methods completely bombed + Patterns emerged across clients + Reluctant hero answers the call + Worked free for years first + Charged only once results proven + Started with group 8-week program + Demand swelled, careers shifted Thank you, Stacey! Check out Part 2 of this episode. Check out the Relationship Development Organization at RelationshipDevelopment.org. Get a free copy of the book, The Missing Piece. Watch the video podcast of this episode! To get access to our FREE Business Training course go to MillionaireUniversity.com/training. To get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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