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Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie
by Stephanie Marie, akaGabbie
Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie, akaGabbieConquering business, tech, and the adventures of entrepreneurshipWelcome to Gab Sessions, where we talk business, branding, marketing, tech, personal growth, and yes, even the occasional meltdown because real life is part of building a business.Whether you’re scaling, shifting, starting over, or just trying to figure out what success even looks like for you, this is your space. Each week I’ll share real strategies, unfiltered stories, and lessons from behind the scenes of growing a brand with big vision without losing your mind or your mascara.I’m Stephanie Marie, akaGabbie, founder of Business Growth Society™ and Gabbie + Company. I’m a strategist, a catalyst, and the friend who will always tell you the truth with love.This podcast is your place for clarity, confidence, and straight-up action so you can build a business and a life that actually fit
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Season 2 Reset: Why I’m Building with Intention (Not Resolutions)
Be my guest — text me!Season 2 is officially here — and we’re starting differently.This isn’t a “New Year, New Me” episode.It’s a grounded reset rooted in clarity, intention, and sustainability.After reading countless newsletters and hearing the same resolutions recycled year after year, I realized something important: real growth doesn’t come from reinvention — it comes from refinement.In this short Season 2 opener, I’m sharing:Why I’m not subscribing to traditional New Year’s resolutionsWhat I’m choosing to double down on insteadHow intention, community, and connection are shaping this next seasonWhy I’m shifting my focus toward serving many through community, not just a few through 1:1 workWhat creating your version of success actually looks likeThis episode sets the tone for Season 2 — calmer, clearer, and more aligned.A deeper, 30-minute conversation is coming later this week, but this felt like the right place to begin.✨ If you’re craving clarity over chaos and momentum without burnout, you’re in the right place.Next Steps:Subscribe so you don’t miss the full-length episode this weekShare this with someone rebuilding with intentionJoin the Business Growth Society when you’re ready for community-led growth#akaGabbie #StephanieMarie #BusinessGrowthSociety #GabbieandCompany Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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A Holiday Pause: Love, Traditions, and Finding Peace This Season
Be my guest — text me!Today’s episode is a little different.As I prepare for the holidays, I wanted to share a quiet, reflective conversation — one that isn’t about business, productivity, or planning, but about the season we’re in.In this episode of Gab Sessions, I talk about:what the holiday season has meant to me over the yearsfinding joy in the lights, the cold, the traditions, and the simple momentscreating your own traditions — especially when life doesn’t look “perfect”letting go of traditions that no longer serve youand finding warmth and peace, even during harder holiday seasonsThis episode is for anyone who loves the holidays, and also for those who may find them bittersweet or quiet.Whether you’re surrounded by family, spending time alone, watching Hallmark movies under a blanket, or walking through lights in a town square — I hope this episode reminds you that this season can still be meaningful in its own way.I’ll be taking a short pause and will be back next week.Until then, I hope you stay safe, stay warm, and find moments of love, joy, and peace wherever you are. Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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Before You Plan 2026, Review 2025
Be my guest — text me!Before you start planning for 2026, it’s important to slow down and review the year you’re finishing.In today’s episode of Gab Sessions, I walk you through the exact process I use to review the current year before planning the next — both business and personal — so nothing important gets skipped or rushed.This episode covers:how to review your business performance and goalsquestions to ask before setting new targetsreviewing personal life, habits, and lifestyle alignmentcapturing long-term ideas without creating overwhelmand why year-end planning is meant to happen in layers, not all at onceThis is a practical, high-level walkthrough designed to help you reflect, release, and prepare for the year ahead — without pressure.📄 I’ve linked the planner PDF referenced in this episode so you can follow along or work through it at your own pace.✨ If you want deeper support setting up your full planning system, we’ll be taking a deep dive inside Business Growth Society VIP in January.Until next time — here’s to helping you create your version of success. Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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The Final Stretch of the CEO Sprint (and Almost Christmas)
Be my guest — text me!We’re in the final stretch of the CEO Sprint — and also the final sprint to Christmas.In today’s Saturday episode of Gab Sessions, I’m sharing a tired-but-festive check-in as we balance wrapping up business, celebrating the holidays, and preparing for the end of the year.This episode is a mix of real life and reflection, including:closing out nearly 90 days of the CEO Sprintnavigating the busy, layered feeling of this time of yearwrapping presents, celebrating with family, and still running a businessa gentle reminder about end-of-year organization (yes, including taxes — but no deep dive today)and how I’m approaching the final days of the year with intention instead of pressureThis isn’t a planning episode or a checklist.It’s a reminder that you can be festive, tired, and still moving forward at the same time.If you’re wrapping up projects, closing loops, and easing into the holidays while thinking about what comes next, this episode is for you.✨ As always, I share what I’m focusing on behind the scenes — including continuing to build and support Business Growth Society, especially the VIP community, as we move toward the new year.Thanks for listening and spending a little time with me during this busy season. Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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This Week Felt Like Two Mondays (A Friday Check-In at the End of the CEO Sprint)
Be my guest — text me!This week felt like it had two Mondays — and I was very ready for Friday.In today’s episode of Gab Sessions, I’m sharing a lighter, end-of-week check-in as we move toward the close of the CEO Sprint and the end of the year.This isn’t a teaching episode or a deep dive. It’s a real look at:how this week actually feltnavigating business alongside real lifestaying present while preparing for the holidaysand what I’m focusing on as I begin mapping out 2026I also share a bit about my current planning process, including working through a mind map for the year ahead and why Business Growth Society will be my primary focus going into 2026 — especially supporting and growing the VIP community.If you’re still working, still showing up, but already feeling the shift into a new season, this episode is for you.Nothing to rush.Nothing to force.Just awareness, clarity, and intentional momentum.✨ If you want to go deeper into the planning and clarity work I reference here, that support lives inside Business Growth Society VIP.👉 Learn more here:https://www.skool.com/business-growth-society/about Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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Create Your Version of Success: A Mind Map + Time-Blocking Approach for the End of the Year
Be my guest — text me!As the CEO Sprint wraps up and the holidays approach, it’s easy to feel pressure to plan everything at once.In today’s episode of Gab Sessions, I’m sharing how I’m closing out the year intentionally — without overplanning, hustle, or chaos.I walk you through the mind map + time-blocking approach I use to:• clear mental noise• focus on the next 90 days• plan in a way that actually fits real life• and create your version of successThis episode is a calm, practical conversation about slowing down, choosing clarity, and setting yourself up for momentum in the year ahead.✨ If you want support going through this entire process, including the workbook, you can find that inside Business Growth Society VIP.👉 Learn more here:https://www.skool.com/business-growth-society/aboutConnect with Me:Follow along on social for more behind-the-scenes planning, reflection, and real-life business strategy. (@akaGabbie) Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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Dashing Through the Day
Be my guest — text me!This episode is for the person who did everything today — and still feels like it flew by.Tonight’s episode is a quiet, end-of-day reflection. Client work wrapped up. Life handled. Gym squeezed in later than planned. A little Christmas shopping. Dinner that was mostly healthy. And finally sitting down to record, just in time to almost meet my personal bedtime.Nothing went wrong today.It was just full.In this episode of Gab Sessions, I reflect on what it looks like to move through a full day without rushing, spiraling, or putting pressure on yourself to optimize every moment — especially as an entrepreneur or business owner.We talk about:– dashing through the lists instead of the snow– moving with the day instead of fighting it– embracing what got done instead of stressing about what didn’t– why not every day needs to be labeled productive or unproductiveThis is an end-of-day, end-of-season reminder that sometimes the most empowering thing you can do is let the day be what it was.If You Want to Go DeeperIf you’re craving clarity, consistency, and grounded momentum, you’re always welcome inside Business Growth Society— a space for entrepreneurs building brands that feel human.👉 Join Business Growth Societyhttps://www.skool.com/business-growth-society/aboutAnd if now isn’t the right time, that’s okay too. You can hang out on my socials, watch the behind-the-scenes moments, or join the free community and simply observe.Support the PodcastIf you enjoy Gab Sessions and want to support the show:https://www.buzzsprout.com/2464924/supporters/newMessy momentum still counts 🤍 Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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Messy Momentum Still Counts (Why Imperfect Action Is Sometimes Exactly Right)
Be my guest — text me!As we wrap up the year — and come to the end of the CEO Sprint — I wanted to share a reminder that feels especially important right now:Messy momentum still counts.This episode came together in real life — running late, gym brain, freezing weather, minimal prep — and instead of postponing or overthinking it, I chose to show up anyway. And honestly, it turned into exactly the conversation it needed to be.In this episode of Gab Sessions, I talk about why imperfect action often leads to more clarity, connection, and momentum than waiting for everything to feel “ready.” Especially as entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, and business owners who are constantly balancing life, work, and expectations.We talk about:– why messy momentum still matters– how imperfect action often ends up being just right– why connected relationships make business more enjoyable, even when it’s hard– the freedom that comes from embracing the season you’re in instead of resisting itThis is a year-end episode — not about pushing harder or fixing yourself — but about acknowledging what you’ve carried, what you’ve learned, and what you’re ready to bring forward.If You Want to Go DeeperIf you’re craving clarity, consistency, and grounded momentum, you’re always welcome inside Business Growth Society— a space for entrepreneurs building brands that feel human.👉 Join Business Growth Society:https://www.skool.com/business-growth-society/aboutAnd if now isn’t the right time, that’s okay too. You can:hang out with me on social media and watch the behind-the-scenes moments (including the bloopers from this episode), orjoin my free community and simply observe, reflect, and take what you needSupport the PodcastIf you enjoy Gab Sessions and want to support the show, you can do that here:https://www.buzzsprout.com/2464924/supporters/newNo pressure. No rush. Just an open door when it feels right.Messy momentum still counts 🤍 Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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The Dream Method: How to Reconnect to Yourself + Create Real Momentum (with Cindy Kojm)
Be my guest — text me!In today’s episode of Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie, aka Gabbie, I’m joined by my dear friend Cindy Kojm, founder of Kojm and Company—a business and life coach who brings a grounded, deeply human approach to growth, alignment, and meaningful change.Cindy shares her reinvention journey—from military spouse and stay-at-home mom, to real estate, mentoring, and eventually coaching—and how reconnecting to herself led her to create the DREAM Method, a framework designed to help women move forward with clarity instead of chaos.This conversation is for anyone who’s ever wondered:“Am I doing this the right way… or is there a way that actually fits me?”In This Episode, We Talk AboutCindy’s journey through reinvention and identity shiftsWhy chasing shiny frameworks keeps us disconnectedThe DREAM Method: Discovery, Remembering, Evolving, Acting, ManifestingHow to prioritize one or two areas of life without sacrificing the restWhy asking “what” instead of “why” or “how” creates momentumReconnecting to yourself as the foundation for aligned growthKey Takeaways✨ You don’t need another framework—you need alignment.✨ Momentum comes from choosing clarity over noise.✨ Growth doesn’t have to be heavy to be meaningful.Connect with Cindy Kojm🌐 Website: https://kojmandcompany.com📧 Email: [email protected]📘 Facebook: Kojm and Company🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cindykojm/Cindy offers clarity conversations for women who feel disconnected and ready for aligned next steps. Coaching is always rooted in fit, intention, and trust.Resources & CommunityJoin Business Growth Society: https://www.skool.com/business-growth-society/aboutSupport Gab Sessions: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2464924/supporters/newOptional Timestamps (Recommended)00:00 – Welcome + introducing Cindy00:02 – Cindy’s reinvention journey00:07 – The DREAM Method explained00:12 – The 4 quadrants of life00:14 – Prioritizing without sacrificing00:18 – Health, relationships, and momentum00:24 – Military life, transitions, and resilience00:27 – How to work with Cindy00:30 – Advice to her younger self00:32 – Final reflections + invitation You’re listening to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie. Quick pause — if you’re ready for more clarity, confidence, and momentum in your business, come join us inside the Business Growth Society. It’s where entrepreneurs like you get the strategies, support, and community to stop spinning your wheels and start building your version of success.👉 Check the link in the show notes to learn more and join today.” Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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11 Days Until Christmas: A Sunday CEO Reset That Was Never Meant to Be Rushed
Be my guest — text me!There are 11 days until Christmas, and today’s episode is a reminder that neither this season — nor your business — was ever meant to be rushed.In this Sunday CEO reset, we talk about how Sundays work inside the 90-Day CEO Sprint, how I personally use them in my business, and what I consistently advise my clients to do as we approach the end of the year.This episode also explores a lesser-known historical perspective on the 12 Days of Christmas — not as a checklist or countdown, but as a tradition rooted in rhythm, memory, presence, and connection. A powerful reminder for a season that often feels rushed and overloaded.In this episode, we cover:✨ How Sundays create momentum by reducing friction✨ Why positioning matters more than pushing at this stage of the sprint✨ How the 12 Days of Christmas were historically about presence, not pressure✨ Why December doesn’t need to feel like a sprint✨ A simple Sunday CEO check-in to prepare for the week ahead✨ How to close the year with intention instead of exhaustionSundays aren’t for doing more.They’re for creating clarity and easing the path forward.As we close the 90-Day CEO Sprint, the year, and this season of daily podcasting, this episode is an invitation to honor rhythm — not rush — and to move forward in a way that actually fits your life.Sunday CEO Reflection:What’s the one priority that truly matters this week — and what can wait?🔗 JOIN BUSINESS GROWTH SOCIETYIf you’re looking for clarity, structure, and community as you finish the year and step into what’s next, you’re always welcome inside Business Growth Society.👉 https://www.skool.com/business-growth-society/aboutYou’ve got this. Your version of success is exactly right for you — and that’s how it’s meant to be. Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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2 Days Until Christmas: A Gentle Way to Finish the Year
Be my guest — text me!There are 12 days until Christmas, and instead of adding more to the list or pushing harder, today’s episode is an invitation to slow down and choose one intentional way of being.In this Saturday reflection, we talk about:✨ Why the original 12 Days of Christmas were never meant to be rushed✨ How modern culture turned the season into pressure instead of presence✨ What it means to finish the 90-Day CEO Sprint without burnout✨ Why daily podcasting was a season — and what’s shifting next✨ How choosing one way of being can create more clarity than a full to-do listHistorically, the 12 Days of Christmas were a celebration after Christmas — a time for rest, reflection, generosity, and togetherness. Somewhere along the way, we flipped that idea and turned December into a sprint.This episode is your permission slip to do it differently.Instead of 12 things to do, choose one way of being today:• Gentleness• Presence• Ease• Completion• ReflectionLet it guide how you move.Let it be enough.As we close the year and this season of daily podcasting, this episode is a reminder that growth doesn’t always come from doing more — sometimes it comes from honoring the season you’re in.Reflection for you:What’s the one way of being you’re choosing today?🔗 JOIN BUSINESS GROWTH SOCIETYIf you’re looking for clarity, support, and community as you finish the year and step into what’s next, you’re always welcome inside Business Growth Society.👉 https://www.skool.com/business-growth-society/aboutClosing reminder:You’ve got this. Your version of success is exactly right for you — and that’s how it’s meant to be. Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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Cozy Friday Wrap-Up: Finishing the Year Well (13 Days Until Christmas)
Be my guest — text me!It’s Friday, December 12th — and with 13 days until Christmas, we are officially in the final stretch of the year and the last phase of our 90-Day CEO Sprint.Today’s episode is a cozy Friday wrap-up — part reflection, part Q&A, and part permission slip to slow the pace while still finishing well.In this episode, we talk about:✨ Why it’s normal to feel like you “didn’t do enough” in December✨ How to stay focused when your energy is shifting toward the holidays✨ What actually matters in the final stretch of a 90-day sprint✨ Why slowing down right now is not a failure — it’s wisdom✨ How to balance business responsibilities with wanting to enjoy Christmas✨ Simple actions to mentally close the week and enjoy the weekendThis isn’t about pushing harder.It’s about closing loops, protecting your energy, and choosing presence as we move closer to Christmas.Your Friday Actions:• Name three things you moved forward this week• Choose one main focus for next week• Identify one thing you’re intentionally slowing down• Pick one holiday moment you’re protecting• Release what can wait until MondayIf you’re looking for support, structure, or community as you finish the year, you’re always welcome inside Business Growth Society.Join here → https://www.skool.com/business-growth-society/about Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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The 3 Shifts Every Business Needs Before January
Be my guest — text me!Before we head into the weekend, we’re having a real CEO conversation — because the final 29 days of the year matter more than most people realize. December isn’t a throwaway month. It’s a bridge. And how you move through this bridge season directly shapes your January.In today’s episode, I’m breaking down the three shifts every business needs to make before the new year — especially if you’re building, launching, or pivoting in 2025. These are the exact shifts I teach inside Business Growth Society VIP and the same ones I walk my clients through when they’re ready to step into deeper clarity and stronger momentum.Inside this episode, we explore:• Why simplicity is the strategy• How to define or refine your offer without overwhelm• Why your content rhythm must match your real-life capacity• How micro-momentum keeps you moving without burning out• Why alignment matters more than hustle• The truth about building a business that supports your life• How to use the next 29 days with intention• What actually creates clarity in a transition seasonThis is a grounded, practical roadmap for anyone wanting to start the new year with focus instead of pressure. It’s not about doing more — it’s about doing the right things.If you’re ready for the support, structure, and strategic clarity to build, launch, or pivot your business in the new year, Business Growth Society VIP is open. And for December only, new VIP members receive a complimentary 30-minute one-on-one strategy session with me. It’s not a discount — it’s a true bonus, and spots are limited because my time is limited.To join, go to skool dot com and search “Business Growth Society.”We’re walking this bridge season with clarity, consistency, and calm momentum. Let’s set up your new year with intention. Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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What 106 Days of Daily Podcasting Taught Me
Be my guest — text me!Today marks a huge milestone — Episode 106.That’s 106 days of recording.106 days of staying consistent.106 days of clarity, commitment, and showing up even when life was full.In this episode, I’m sharing why I decided to record a podcast every single day, what this practice taught me as a CEO and a creator, and what’s shifting in the new year as we transition into a twice-weekly format with bonus episodes when it feels aligned.And because it’s Wednesday, we’re also focusing on wins — the real ones.The quiet ones.The ones that actually matter.We talk about:• The unexpected lessons from recording 106 days in a row• What daily podcasting revealed about clarity, consistency, and capacity• The wins you might be overlooking in your own life and business• How to honor this bridge season between now and the new year• What needs to be done before Christmas and before 2025 arrives• How to blend business + life without burning out• Why the next 29 days matter more than you think• And my favorite “if you’re overwhelmed, do this” reset ritualWe have 29 days left in the year.19 days until Christmas.25 days until the New Year.This is the time to be intentional — not pressured.Aligned — not overwhelmed.Clear — not chaotic.And if you want grounded support, structure, and clarity for this bridge season, come join me inside Business Growth Society VIP. For December only, new VIP members receive a complimentary 30-minute one-on-one strategy session with me. It’s not a discount — it’s a true bonus, and spots are limited because my time is limited.To join, go to skool dot com and search “Business Growth Society.”We’re finishing the year together with calm momentum and clear direction. Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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The Episode That Almost Didn’t Happen: Showing Up When You’re Tired, Overwhelmed & Human
Be my guest — text me!This is the episode that almost didn’t happen — the one fueled by cold medicine, holiday overwhelm, and the reality of being a solopreneur during the busiest season of the year.In today’s episode of Gab Sessions, Stephanie shares the behind-the-scenes of episode 105 and why she almost skipped recording… and why she showed up anyway.Inside this real-talk episode, you’ll hear:✨ What it’s actually like to run a business when your brain is tired✨ The solopreneur paradox: no sick days, but total freedom✨ A simple CRM truth that saves time, money, and sanity✨ The mental negotiation that happens when you want to quit✨ A holiday check-in: days left until Christmas + the end of the year✨ Why consistency doesn’t always look glamorous✨ How to keep momentum when you really want to slow downPlus — a grounded reminder that sometimes the hardest part is simply hitting record.Tech Tip:Start with the simplest CRM you’ll actually use. Complexity is NOT a strategy.If you want support as you build your version of success:Anyone who joins Business Growth Society in December receives a free 1:1 coaching call with Stephanie Marie.Join here → https://www.skool.com/business-growth-society/aboutHashtags:#akaGabbie #StephanieMarie #BusinessGrowthSociety #GabbieandCompanyAffiliate Links:Metricool → https://i.mtr.cool/CHWQIDRepurpose.io → https://repurpose.io?fpr=207202&fp_sid=akagabbieDescript → https://www.descript.com/?lmref=A6jhNgBuzzsprout → https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=2407787And as always, thank you for listening to the episode that almost didn’t happen.Here’s to messy momentum, clarity in the chaos, and building a life that feels like yours. Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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Sunday CEO Dashboard: Setting Up the Week with Clarity, Ease & Holiday Magic
Be my guest — text me!It’s Sunday, December 7th — and with 24 days left in the month, 18 days until Christmas, and 25 days until the New Year, we are officially in the final stretch of 2025.Today’s episode is your weekly CEO Dashboard reset: the moment we pause, breathe, and step into a new week with clarity instead of chaos.In this episode, I’m walking you through:✨ My real-life Sunday reset (laundry, invoices, dashboards, and decorating a community tree)✨ The 5 CEO Dashboard questions I ask myself every week✨ How to identify what matters — and what no longer needs your energy✨ Ways to soften the edges during the holiday season✨ Simple, trending holiday recipes + traditions for inspiration✨ How to end the year feeling grounded, not overwhelmedThis is your permission slip to slow the pace, simplify your week, and choose presence over pressure as we head into the holidays.Your Weekly Action Items:Review your dashboardPick your Top 3 priorities for MondayChoose your non-negotiablesEliminate or simplify one thingDecide how you want to feel by FridayIf you want the Action Items sheet I mention in this episode, it’s available free inside Business Growth Society.Join here → https://www.skool.com/business-growth-society/about Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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The Errand Loop, Holiday Chaos & 95% Wins
Be my guest — text me!Today’s episode is coming to you a little later because this Saturday wasn’t about business at all — it was all errands, tasks, returns, and real-life loops we all run on the weekends.In this short and honest episode, I’m sharing the full saga of my strategically planned “errand loop,” including:✨ Mapping out my stops like a suburban NASCAR circuit✨ Hitting the gym, Costco, Home Depot, the grocery store… and still somehow surviving✨ Searching for glass ornaments (and realizing the universe said not today)✨ Returning a dress that made me look like I was ready to play linebacker✨ Getting 95% of my list done and claiming it as a win✨ Ending the night with cozy clothes, a sleepy drink, Christmas lights, and the Hallmark channelThis isn’t strategy or business advice — just a real Saturday in the messy middle of life, where we do what needs to be done and then give ourselves permission to rest.Whether your Saturday was chaotic, peaceful, productive, or somewhere in between… you’re in good company. Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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A Night at The Nutcracker & The Magic We Sometimes Forget to Feel
Be my guest — text me!Some days aren’t about productivity or checking boxes.Some days are about memories, traditions, and the kind of magic you don’t even realize you need — and tonight was one of those days.In this episode, I share why today’s podcast didn’t drop in the morning, what it felt like to take my daughter and grandson to a local production of The Nutcracker, and how powerful it was to experience it through my grandson’s eyes. It was his first time… and in many ways, it felt like my first time all over again.It was also a tender, emotional night — remembering my sweet grandson who is now in heaven, feeling his spirit with us, and honoring the small traditions that have carried my family through the years.Tonight, there are no questions.No business strategies.No Q&A.Just a moment to pause, breathe, and be human.Inside this episode:✨ A very real Friday where life happened✨ The magic of sharing traditions with the next generation✨ Remembering a loved one with softness and presence✨ Choosing connection over hustle✨ An invitation to share your holiday traditions with meIf you need support — clarity, community, or just someone walking the messy middle with you — you know where to find me:Business Growth Society → https://www.skool.com/business-growth-society/aboutQuestion for you:What’s one of your family holiday traditions?Share it inside BGS or send me a message — I would love to hear it. Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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How to Finally Conquer Your To-Do List (Without the Overwhelm)
Be my guest — text me!Today we’re tackling the one thing that somehow grows overnight like it’s watering itself: the never-ending to-do list.But we’re not tackling it with hustle or perfectionism.We’re doing it with clarity, calm momentum, and a simple rhythm that actually works.Inside Business Growth Society (including the free tier!) I uploaded a brand-new Action Items Sheet — the same one I walk through in this episode. It helps you list everything on your plate, then choose your Top 3 daily priorities so you can make progress without the chaos.In this episode, we dive into:✨ Why traditional to-do lists don’t work✨ How the BGS Action Items Sheet simplifies everything✨ The psychology behind writing things down (hello dopamine + Zeigarnik Effect)✨ Why crossing things off is genuinely therapeutic✨ How to create multiple sheets for business, family, personal, holidays, and more✨ What to do when you’re overwhelmed and need to pause + reset✨ How to create clarity and consistency without burning outIf you haven’t grabbed your Action Items sheet yet, it’s available inside the Business Growth Society Free Group — and all paid BGS tiers.Links Mentioned:Business Growth Society → https://www.skool.com/business-growth-society/aboutThank you for listening, for sharing, and for choosing clarity over chaos.We’re building aligned momentum — one intentional day at a time. Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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Episode 100: Why I Recorded 100 Days Straight & What Happens Next
Be my guest — text me!Today is a milestone episode — Episode 100 of Gab Sessions.One hundred days of recording.One hundred days of clarity.One hundred days of showing up, even when life was full, messy, or unpredictable.In this episode, I’m sharing the real reason I chose to record every single day — not for the algorithm, not for perfection, but for the rhythm, clarity, and grounded consistency it created for me as a CEO, a strategist, a creator, and a human.And even though we’re celebrating today, we’re also very aware that we have twenty-nine days left until the end of the year — twenty-nine days in this bridge season between what this year has held and what January is going to require from us.We’re talking about:• Why I committed to recording 100 days in a row• What daily podcasting actually taught me• How this rhythm brought clarity I didn’t know I needed• What’s shifting in the new year (hello, 2 episodes a week + bonus drops)• The importance of celebrating quiet wins in business and life• How to honor your energy as the holidays settle in• What these final 29 days are really for• A simple reset ritual if everything feels overwhelmingAnd if you’re feeling stretched, stressed, or pulled in too many directions — I share the exact pause-and-reset moment I use when I need to breathe, recalibrate, and feel human again. Sometimes that looks like soft clothes, a blanket, a warm drink, and watching “The Holiday” on repeat. No shame. Full permission.If you want clarity, structure, and support while you move through this bridge season, come join us inside Business Growth Society VIP. For December only, new VIP members receive a complimentary 30-minute 1:1 strategy call with me. It’s not a discount — it’s a real bonus, and spots are limited because my time is limited.To join, go to https://www.skool.com/business-growth-society/aboutWe’re walking these final 29 days together — with calm momentum and clear direction. Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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Stop. The Next 30 Days Will Shape Your January: Micro-Momentum & the Bridge Season
Be my guest — text me!Today’s episode is a grounding, high-clarity conversation about where we actually are in the year — because these next 30 days matter more than most people realize.December isn’t a sprint and it isn’t a slow-down. It’s a bridge season — the transition space between everything this year has held and everything you’re stepping into next. It’s the in-between, the recalibration window, and the clarity month that quietly sets the tone for your entire January.Inside this episode, I’m breaking down the exact approach I’m using to finish the year without burnout: micro-momentum. Not hustle. Not pressure. Not trying to “catch up.” Just intentional, aligned steps forward — the kind that create rhythm, clarity, and consistency.We talk about:• Why the next 30 days matter more than you think• How to move through December without overwhelm• What micro-momentum actually looks like in real life• The five daily CEO minimums that keep you grounded• How to navigate the bridge season with clarity and ease• Why small actions build more trust than big, forced ones• How to set yourself up for a clean, aligned JanuaryAnd if you want support while you walk this bridge season, Business Growth Society VIP is open. For December only, new VIP members receive a complimentary 30-minute 1:1 strategy session with me — a true bonus designed to bring clarity into your new year. Spots are limited because my time is limited.Come join us inside BGS and finish this year with direction, not chaos.To join, go to https://www.skool.com/business-growth-society/aboutWe’ll take the next steps together. Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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The Messy Middle: December Clarity, CEO Planning & Finishing Strong
Be my guest — text me!Today’s episode is a grounded, honest look at where we actually are as CEOs on December 1st — tired from the holidays, still committed to our goals, and stepping into the final 31 days of the quarter with intention.We’re in the messy middle.That space between the holiday chaos and the new year energy… where clarity matters more than perfection, and consistency matters more than hustle.In this episode, I’m sharing a real behind-the-scenes look at how I’m planning December — personally, professionally, energetically — while finishing my daily CEO sprint and preparing for a clean, structured reveal in January 2026.You’ll hear:✨ Honest reflections on being tired, overwhelmed, and still committed✨ Why December is less about hustle and more about alignment✨ How to plan your month before planning your week✨ My 3-layer December planning method✨ The exact business priorities I’m focusing on to finish strong✨ The content + revenue rhythm I’m using for the final 31 days✨ Why I don’t discount my services — and the aligned bonus I am offering✨ How we’re closing out the messy middle before stepping into a structured, intentional 2026And yes — I’m opening something special for December only:✨ Anyone who joins Business Growth Society VIP this month gets a complimentary 30-minute 1:1 strategy session with me.Not a discount.Not a sale.A real bonus for those who are ready to step into clarity, consistency, and momentum for 2026.Spots are limited — because my time is limited.If you’re ready for support, structure, and a community that helps you stay accountable and aligned, come join us inside the Business Growth Society.BGS on Skool →Go to skool dot com, then search: Business Growth Society✨ Connect with me everywhere:@akaGabbie | @StephanieMarie✨ Tools & Resources I Use:Metricool → https://i.mtr.cool/CHWQIDRepurpose → https://repurpose.io?fpr=207202&fp_sid=akagabieDescript → https://www.descript.com/?lmref=A6jhNgBuzzsprout → https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=2407787No Hassle Website → https://nohasslewebsite.com/?aff=akagabbie✨ Support the Show:https://www.buzzsprout.com/2464924/supporters/newSome of the links I share are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission if you choose to use them — at no extra cost to you. I only recommend tools, tech, and resources I genuinely use, love, and trust. Your support helps me keep creating clear, aligned, momentum-building content for you, and I’m always grateful for it. Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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The CEO Dashboard Reset: Planning December, the Week, and the Final 31 Days
Be my guest — text me!This Sunday is more than a reset — it’s the beginning of your final 31 days of the year. And today’s episode is where we step out of holiday mode and step fully into CEO mode… with clarity, intention, and a clean plan for December.The holiday weekend was a whole moment — food, family, golf swings, and a two-hour drive to pick up a limited-edition Christmas item (worth it).But today we shift into structure, strategy, and the rhythm that carries us through the end of the year without chaos.In this episode, we’re walking through your CEO Dashboard, your weekly planning rhythm, and — most importantly — your December strategy so you can finish the year grounded, clear, and aligned.✨ Inside this episode:How to shift from holiday energy into CEO clarityWhy December must be planned at the month level before the weekThe exact structure of a CEO Dashboard (so you’re not reinventing every week)How to map your personal + life events first (Christmas, New Year, Nutcracker, tree decorating, baking, travel, etc.)December business pillars: content batching, client work, revenue focus, systems cleanupHow to plan weekly priorities from your monthly viewThe daily micro-momentum method to stay aligned without overwhelmHow to finish the year with clarity instead of pressureA grounded mindset for entering the next 90-Day CEO SprintYour business doesn’t need more hustle — it needs direction.Your December doesn’t need more pressure — it needs clarity.And your next 90 days begin now, not January.✨ Join Business Growth SocietyA community for clarity, momentum, and aligned growth:https://www.skool.com/business-growth-society/about✨ Connect on SocialTikTok, Instagram, YouTube: @akaGabbie✨ Tools I Use & RecommendMetricool → https://i.mtr.cool/CHWQIDRepurpose.io → https://repurpose.io?fpr=207202&fp_sid=akagabieDescript → https://www.descript.com/?lmref=A6jhNgBuzzsprout → https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=2407787No Hassle Website → https://nohasslewebsite.com/?aff=akagabbie✨ Support the Showhttps://www.buzzsprout.com/2464924/supporters/new Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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The 2-Hour Holiday Hunt, Supportive People & the 31-Day Reset
Be my guest — text me!This one is short and sweet. A friendly reminder ... This weekend gave big holiday energy — family time, too much food, a few golf swings to remember what a ball even looks like… and one unexpected adventure that turned into a whole lesson about support, alignment, and who you keep around you.In today’s episode, I’m sharing the short but very real story of how I procrastinated getting a very specific holiday item (yes… I waited too long 🤦♀️), only to find that every store around me was completely sold out. After a dozen calls, I discovered there was exactly ONE left — two hours away.And the best part?My person said, “Let’s go. If it’s important to you, we’ll find it.”That right there is the kind of energy we all need — in life and in business.Because the people around you matter.The ones who say “I don’t totally get what you’re building, but I believe in you” are the ones who help you stay grounded, consistent, and focused. Whether it’s a two-hour drive or a big dream… they show up.This episode also kicks off the final 31-day stretch to close the year, and tomorrow we shift into CEO mode with the CEO Dashboard and the 90-Day Rhythm — a simple approach to staying clear, intentional, and moving forward without chaos.✨ Inside this episode:The holiday weekend reset (and the golf-ball-swing reality check)The unexpected 2-hour hunt for a limited edition itemWhy the people around you shape your momentumHow this story mirrors entrepreneurship more than you’d thinkThe mindset shift we need for the last 31 days of the yearA teaser for tomorrow’s CEO Dashboard episodeIf you’re curious what the special pink holiday item was… send me a message or try to spot it on my socials. 😉✨ Join the community:Business Growth Society → https://www.skool.com/business-growth-society/about✨ Follow & ConnectInstagram | TikTok | YouTube | LinkedIn (@akaGabbie)✨ Support the Showhttps://www.buzzsprout.com/2464924/supporters/new✨ Tools I Use:Metricool → https://i.mtr.cool/CHWQIDRepurpose.io → https://repurpose.io?fpr=207202&fp_sid=akagabieDescript → https://www.descript.com/?lmref=A6jhNgBuzzsprout → https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=2407787No Hassle Website → https://nohasslewebsite.com/?aff=akagabbie Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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Friday CEO Sprint Q&A: Clarity, Consistency, and the CEO You’re Becoming
Be my guest — text me!This episode wraps up our CEO Sprint with a grounded Q&A — the questions you’ve been asking all week about clarity, consistency, and building momentum without burning out. If you’ve been navigating the push-and-pull of staying focused, showing up, and making progress in a season that feels full… this one’s for you.We’re talking through the real stuff today — the messy middle, the moments of doubt, and the practical shifts that help you move forward with less chaos and more clarity.In today’s episode:✨ How to prioritize when everything feels important✨ What consistency actually looks like when you're human✨ Why visibility feels scary — and how to move through it✨ How to build momentum in a way that feels sustainable✨ The CEO Sprint mindset shift that changes everythingThis is your reminder: you don’t need a different version of yourself to lead the next chapter — you just need a clearer one. And clarity is something we build, one simple step at a time.If this resonated:Share it with a friend, leave a quick review, or send me a message on social — it genuinely means the world and helps this show grow in such a beautiful way.And if you’re craving community, clarity, and that shift from “trying to do it all” to building with intention… come join us inside Business Growth Society. It’s where momentum becomes your new rhythm.✨ Useful LinksJoin Business Growth Society: https://www.skool.com/business-growth-society/aboutMy favorite tools + resources:Metricool → https://i.mtr.cool/CHWQIDRepurpose.io → https://repurpose.io?fpr=207202&fp_sid=akagabbieDescript → https://www.descript.com/?lmref=A6jhNgBuzzsprout → https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=2407787 Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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The Real Story of Thanksgiving + Practicing Gratitude All Year Long
Be my guest — text me!This week on Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie, aka Gabbie, we’re slowing down, taking a breath, and grounding ourselves in the truth, the history, and the heart of Thanksgiving.We’re doing something a little different today This episode is equal parts history, reflection, and heart.It’s a reminder that gratitude isn’t perfection… it’s presence.Not a holiday… but a rhythm.Not just a moment… but a practice we return to again and again.And to everyone who listens, shares, subscribes, and supports this work — thank you. Truly.Your messages, your reflections, your reviews, your energy… they keep this show moving forward.✨ Key TakeawaysThe real story behind the 1621 Wampanoag–Pilgrim feastHow Thanksgiving became a national holiday (and why)The power of micro-moment gratitudeHow to stay grounded and connected in the messy middleWhy gratitude is most powerful when life feels chaoticA heartfelt thank you to my community, clients, friends, and listenersIf today’s episode brought clarity or comfort, it would mean the world if you:✔️ Share it with a friend✔️ Leave a quick rating or review✔️ Subscribe so you never miss an episode✔️ Screenshot + tag me on Instagram @stephaniemarie.akagabbieThank you for being here.Thank you for showing up.And thank you for supporting this mission.Happy Thanksgiving — in whatever way you celebrate.✨ Affiliate Links + SupportSupport the show here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2464924/supporters/newFavorite Tools + Resources:Metricool → https://i.mtr.cool/CHWQIDRepurpose.io → https://repurpose.io?fpr=207202&fp_sid=akagabbieDescript → https://www.descript.com/?lmref=A6jhNgNo Hassle Website → https://nohasslewebsite.com/?aff=akagabbieBuzzsprout → https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=2407787Workspace + Tech Favorites:iMac → https://amzn.to/47VqMD8MacBook Pro → https://amzn.to/41rPC9RBlue Yeti Mic → https://amzn.to/3HwvflhRing Light → https://amzn.to/47RtY2LNotebook → https://amzn.to/4fWPfKgPens → https://amzn.to/3JDMl10Disclaimer: Some links may be affiliate links. Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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Advocating Against a Broken System: Interview with Special Education Boss® Karen Mayer Cunningham
Be my guest — text me!Have you ever felt like the system that’s supposed to support kids with disabilities is… actually another fight you didn’t sign up for?In this conversation, I’m sitting down with Karen Mayer Cunningham — globally known as the Special Education Boss®, founder of Special Education Academy, and now author of The Epic IEP — to talk about how her greatest pain turned into a mission that’s serving families, educators, and advocates across the country.We walk through her journey from a young mom in survival mode, navigating a broken system for her son, to becoming a justice-driven advocate, trainer, and now an international voice for kids with disabilities and the people who sit at their IEP tables.If you’re a parent, educator, therapist, advocate, or simply someone who cares about kids getting what they need, this episode will make you feel seen, fired up, and a little more hopeful.In this episode, we talk about:How Karen’s son’s diagnosis in the 90s pulled her into advocacy — and why she calls herself a “hostage author”The reality of a federally funded but deeply broken special education systemThe moment she realized the fight wasn’t just for her son, but for parents and teachers everywhereHow the pandemic pivot (hello, ethernet cable and bedroom lives at 9 PM) turned a local mission into a global oneThe origin and growth of Special Education Academy and training advocates across states and agenciesWhy she believes we need to equip everyone at the IEP table — parents, educators, service providers, and beyondThe heart behind her new book, The Epic IEP — a book of hope, possibility, and renewed energy for serving kids with disabilitiesWhat she wishes someone had told her as a young mom in those early meetingsHer message to every person at the table:“Whoever you are in that child’s life, you’re exactly equipped to who you need to be.”Pre-order Karen’s book, The Epic IEP📘 Pre-order on Amazon:The Epic IEP by Karen Mayer Cunninghamhttps://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1637635125?tag=simonsayscomThen head to TheEpicIEP.com to submit your receipt and unlock pre-order bonuses (Karen mentions over $500 in value on the show).Connect with Karen Mayer CunninghamLearn more + inquire about speaking, professional development, or trainings: Special Education Academy (https://specialeducationacademy.com/training)Follow and support Karen’s work as the Special Education Boss® (@specialeducationboss) Connect with me + support the showIf this conversation encouraged you, share it with another parent, educator, or advocate who needs to hear it.🎧 Follow the podcast so you don’t miss future episodes💬 Screenshot, share, and tag me so I can cheer you on☕ Support the show: h Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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The Time Crunch Episode: Showing Up, Simplifying & Doing What Actually Matters
Be my guest — text me!It’s Day 55 of our 90-Day CEO Sprint, and today’s episode is for anyone stepping into a short holiday week feeling like the clock is moving faster than the to-do list.If you’re in a time crunch, you’re not alone — we all feel it this week.Today’s episode is about navigating the moments where time is tight, everything needs your attention, and you’re trying to decide what truly matters. Instead of rushing or slipping into overwhelm, we’re choosing clarity. Because clarity — not more time — is what creates momentum.In this episode, I’m sharing:✨ What a “time crunch Tuesday” really feels like✨ How to simplify when everything feels important✨ Why the goal isn’t to do everything — it’s to do what matters most✨ The 5 steps I use to stay grounded in compressed weeks✨ How to lower the bar on the HOW, not the WHAT✨ How to choose the one thing that moves your week forward✨ Why time crunch days actually strengthen your leadership and resilienceThis is the pep talk, strategy, and clarity drop you need when the week is short and your list is long.✨ Tuesday Reflection:What’s the ONE thing I can complete today — even in a time crunch — that keeps me aligned and moving forward?Send me your answer — I love hearing what you’re focusing on.Join Business Growth Society™Your home for clarity, consistency, community, and aligned growth:https://www.skool.com/business-growth-society/aboutMy Favorite Creator Tools:Metricool → https://i.mtr.cool/CHWQIDRepurpose.io → https://repurpose.io?fpr=207202&fp_sid=akagabieDescript → https://www.descript.com/?lmref=A6jhNgBuzzsprout → https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=2407787Disclaimer: This episode may contain affiliate links at no additional cost to you. Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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Monday Reset: Am I the Only One Resetting Before a Short Holiday Week?
Be my guest — text me!It’s Day 54 of our 90-Day CEO Sprint, and this Monday comes with its own energy — the “wait… how is it already Monday?” kind of energy.Am I the only one who feels like time skipped a day?After last week’s comedy-of-errors and a weekend that continued the plot, today required a full reset.Not a dramatic one.Not a start-over.A return-to-center reset.Because we’re stepping into a short holiday week, and that requires a completely different approach — one rooted in intention, boundaries, and clarity instead of pressure.In this episode, I’m sharing:✨ What this Monday actually feels like (and why you’re not alone)✨ Why I’m intentionally disconnecting 90% for the holiday✨ The difference between systems and boundaries — and why you need both✨ How to reset without starting over✨ The three “Holiday Week Reset Moves” to keep you grounded✨ How to plan for the reality you’re in, not the fantasy version you wish you had✨ Why short weeks don’t require hustling — they require clarity✨ The questions you need to ask before you unplugYou are allowed to unplug.You are allowed to set expectations.You are allowed to choose ease during a holiday week.And you are allowed to let this week be lighter than your brain wants it to be.✨ Monday Reflection:“What do I need to complete before I unplug — and what can wait until after?”“How do I want to feel during the holiday?”These two answers shape the entire week.Join Business Growth Society™Your home for clarity, consistency, community, and aligned growth:https://www.skool.com/business-growth-society/aboutCreator Tools I Use:Metricool → https://i.mtr.cool/CHWQIDRepurpose.io → https://repurpose.io?fpr=207202&fp_sid=akagabieDescript → https://www.descript.com/?lmref=A6jhNgBuzzsprout → https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=2407787Disclaimer: Some links may be affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no cost to you. Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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Sunday Reset: Regrouping After a Comedy Week & Preparing for a Short Holiday Week
Be my guest — text me!It’s Day 53 of our 90-Day CEO Sprint, and this weekend carried the same wild, comic, “this was not the plan” energy as the rest of the week.Schedules shifted.Plans changed.Nothing happened in the order I expected — and yet, here we are, breathing into a new rhythm.Today’s episode is your gentle Sunday reset — the moment to exhale, recalibrate, and prepare for a short holiday weekthat’s going to move fast.Instead of trying to squeeze a full week’s expectations into fewer days, we’re doing the opposite:we’re simplifying, grounding, and shifting into clarity-first mode.✨ In This Episode:• How the weekend continued the comedy-of-errors theme• Why short weeks require clarity, not pressure• The “Big 3” method for resetting your priorities• How to set the energy of the week (not just the schedule)• What to intentionally release before Monday hits• The Sunday Reset reflection that brings you back into alignment• A reminder that you don’t need to catch up — you just need to recenterIf you’ve ever had a week that felt like its own sitcom episode — or if you’re walking into a holiday week that’s already full — this episode will bring grounding, clarity, and perspective.✨ Sunday Reset Reflection:What do I need to let go of so I can enjoy this short week and stay aligned?Join Business Growth Society™Your home for clarity, consistency, community, and aligned growth:https://www.skool.com/business-growth-society/aboutCreator Tools I Use:Metricool → https://i.mtr.cool/CHWQIDRepurpose.io → https://repurpose.io?fpr=207202&fp_sid=akagabieDescript → https://www.descript.com/?lmref=A6jhNgBuzzsprout → https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=2407787Disclaimer: Some links may be affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no cost to you. Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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The Week That Went Sideways: A Comic Story of Pivoting, Presence & Least Resistance
Be my guest — text me!It’s Day 52 of our 90-Day CEO Sprint, and this week felt like a full-on sitcom — plot twists, missing pieces, rearranged plans, forgotten items, late nights, and moments where I genuinely wondered if there was a production crew hidden somewhere laughing.Nothing flowed the way I expected.Nothing happened on the first try.And the weekend? It joined the chaos.Schedules shifted, bedtime disappeared, and life kept rewriting the script.So instead of fighting it…I leaned into it.Today’s episode is a light, comic storytime about how this week actually went — and the deeper lesson inside it:Sometimes life is comedy, not drama.Sometimes the plan falls apart to strengthen your pivot muscle.And sometimes the best thing you can do is breathe, simplify, and find the part of the story you can laugh about.✨ In This Episode:• How my week turned into a comedy of errors• Why nothing went according to the original plan• What it looks like to embrace the chaos instead of resist it• Three grounded ways to regroup and return to center• How to choose least resistance without losing momentum• Why softening is sometimes the most aligned move• Saturday reflection questions to help you realign✨ Three Ways to Regroup & Re-Center:Pause + Presence — Come back to this moment instead of the whole story.Simplify to the Essentials — Focus on the one aligned thing that truly matters today.Reframe the Narrative — This is a plot twist, not failure. You’re still on track.If your week has felt loud, messy, or wildly off-script, this one will bring you clarity and a little humor — because everything really is unfolding the way it should.Join Business Growth Society™Your home for clarity, consistency, community, and aligned growth:https://www.skool.com/business-growth-society/aboutMy Favorite Creator Tools:Metricool → https://i.mtr.cool/CHWQIDRepurpose.io → https://repurpose.io?fpr=207202&fp_sid=akagabieDescript → https://www.descript.com/?lmref=A6jhNgBuzzsprout → https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=2407787Disclaimer: Some links may be affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no cost to you. Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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Showing Up Anyway: Pivoting, Imperfect Consistency & Your Appreciation Language
Be my guest — text me!It’s Day 51 of our 90-Day CEO Sprint, and today’s episode is a real-life, honest moment — the kind every entrepreneur knows too well.I forgot my mic.My weekend shifted.My plans rearranged themselves.And instead of skipping today’s episode, I made a decision:We’re showing up anyway.Not perfectly. Not ideally.But intentionally.This episode is a reminder that consistency isn’t created in perfect conditions —it’s created in commitment.Today’s Friday Q&A includes five real questions my community keeps asking, plus a conversation about love languages and how they translate into appreciation languages in business. Because yes, we all have one.✨ In This Episode:• What to do when your environment isn’t ideal• How to decide what actually matters when everything feels important• What collapsing schedules teach us about leadership• Why guilt comes from believing the plan was “right”• How to stay in momentum when things slow down• The power of pivoting with clarity and grace• What “appreciation languages” look like in business• Why mine is definitely money/reward• And how identifying yours can change your workflow + motivation✨ Friday Check-In:What is your appreciation language in business?Words? Time? Support? Recognition? Money?Text me or DM me — I really want to hear what yours is.Join Business Growth Society™Your home for clarity, consistency, community, and aligned growth:https://www.skool.com/business-growth-society/aboutMy Favorite Creator Tools:Metricool → https://i.mtr.cool/CHWQIDRepurpose.io → https://repurpose.io?fpr=207202&fp_sid=akagabieDescript → https://www.descript.com/?lmref=A6jhNgBuzzsprout → https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=2407787Disclaimer: Some links may be affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no cost to you. Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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When the Plan Falls Apart: Pivoting with Clarity, Grace & Alignment
Be my guest — text me!Today is Day 50 of our 90-Day CEO Sprint, and this episode is not the episode I originally planned. I wrote a full script. I sat down to record it four times — something I never do. Normally I record once, tweak, and it’s done.But today, nothing flowed.The energy was off.The message felt heavy.The plan simply didn’t align with reality.And that’s exactly what today’s episode is about:pivoting.Because sometimes your schedule collapses, bedtimes get missed, energy dips, or life pulls you in a different direction — and your ability to pivot with grace becomes the difference between staying consistent and giving up.In this episode, I’m sharing:✨ What actually happened when I tried to record this episode✨ Why pivoting is a leadership skill, not a setback✨ A high-level look at the original topic (capacity + expansion)✨ How to know when to push vs. when to pivot✨ What “showing up” really looks like when the plan falls apart✨ The Pivot Moment Check-In — 5 questions to reset your day✨ Why alignment matters more than the perfect planThis is a human episode — a real episode — and a reminder that consistency isn’t built on perfection.It’s built on clarity, honesty, and the willingness to adjust without shame.✨ Thursday Check-In:Where do you need to pivot instead of push?Message me and tell me — I’d love to hear what today’s episode sparked for you.Join Business Growth Society™Your home for clarity, consistency, and aligned growth:https://www.skool.com/business-growth-society/aboutMy Stan Store Link: https://stan.store/GabbieandCompanyMy Favorite Creator Tools:Metricool → https://i.mtr.cool/CHWQIDRepurpose.io → https://repurpose.io?fpr=207202&fp_sid=akagabieDescript → https://www.descript.com/?lmref=A6jhNgBuzzsprout → https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=2407787#akaGabbie #StephanieMarie #BusinessGrowthSociety #GabbieandCompanyDisclaimer: Some links may be affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no cost to you. Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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Dyslexia, IEPs & the Science of Reading: A Conversation with Sarah Bartley of Gateway Learning Connection
Be my guest — text me!This episode is a little different from my usual solo conversations on clarity, momentum, and building a business that feels like you. Because it’s Networking November, we’re spotlighting women doing meaningful work — leaders blending heart, expertise, and impact. Today’s interview with Sarah Bartley is part of that series, and it’s one of the most honest and powerful conversations we’ve had on Gab Sessions.If you’ve ever felt like you were advocating alone or trying to make sense of your child’s learning struggles… this episode brings clarity, compassion, and direction.For Networking November, I’m joined by Sarah Bartley, founder of Gateway Learning Connection. She leads a team of highly trained literacy coaches and provides nationwide Science-of-Reading aligned instruction, IEP/504 navigation, advocacy support, and guidance for families who feel overwhelmed or unseen in the education system.But Sarah’s work isn’t just professional — it’s personal. Her journey started with her own child’s dyslexia, and she has spent nearly a decade turning pain into purpose and building a center changing lives every day.In this powerful conversation, we explore:✨ The moment that sparked her mission✨ Early signs of dyslexia parents often miss✨ Why shutdown, “I don’t know,” or avoidance isn’t laziness✨ How shame impacts struggling readers✨ What the Science of Reading gets right✨ The one shift Sarah wishes every district would makeWe also talk about literacy coaching, advocacy, the evolution of reading instruction, technology in classrooms, and the hidden dynamics families face behind the scenes.Before we wrap, Sarah shares three powerful resources:1️⃣ IEP/504 Review + Evaluation Review (Networking November discount)2️⃣ The Reading League — Pediatrician Guide3️⃣ The Science of Reading: The Defining GuideAll available here: https://forms.gle/zgVb4AqeiS1MmYUd6If this episode speaks to you, please share it with someone who needs encouragement today. These conversations create momentum — one story at a time.Want to be a guest on Gab Sessions?Send me a message. I’d love to connect.More About Today’s GuestSarah Bartley — Founder & Special Education Advocate, Gateway Learning ConnectionSarah leads a team of highly trained Literacy Coaches and provides nationwide literacy instruction rooted in the Science of Reading, as well as special-education advocacy services across the U.S. Inspired by her own experience parenting a child with dyslexia, she blends deep expertise with heartfelt connection to guide families through literacy instruction and th You’re listening to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie. Quick pause — if you’re ready for more clarity, confidence, and momentum in your business, come join us inside the Business Growth Society. It’s where entrepreneurs like you get the strategies, support, and community to stop spinning your wheels and start building your version of success.👉 Check the link in the show notes to learn more and join today.” Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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Clarity in Motion: How to Make Aligned Decisions When Life Won’t Slow Down
Be my guest — text me!Today is Day 48 of our 90-Day CEO Sprint, and in this episode, I’m sharing one of the biggest lessons I’ve learned while traveling, juggling, and working outside my normal rhythm:Clarity doesn’t only come from slowing down — it also comes from movement.When your routine shifts, your environment changes, or life feels fast, that’s often when your perspective expands. Today we’re talking about how to trust the clarity that shows up in motion — and how to use it to make real, aligned decisions.✨ In This Episode:• Why clarity often shows up while you’re moving, not sitting still• How changing your environment shifts your perspective• What this week’s travel showed me about decisions I’d been avoiding• The “Clarity in Motion” framework (simple + actionable)• The 5 steps you can use anytime you feel stuck or overwhelmed• How to honor your clarity so it actually creates momentum• A Tuesday reflection to anchor your day with intentionThis episode is for you if you’ve been waiting for the “perfect moment” to make decisions — or if you’re moving through a season where nothing feels still.Clarity doesn’t need perfection.It just needs your attention.✨ Tuesday Check-In:What clarity has been sitting right in front of you that you haven’t acted on yet?Text me or DM me — I love hearing what shifts for you.Join Business Growth Society™Your home for clarity, consistency, community, and aligned growth:https://www.skool.com/business-growth-society/aboutMy Favorite Creator Tools:Metricool → https://i.mtr.cool/CHWQIDRepurpose.io → https://repurpose.io?fpr=207202&fp_sid=akagabieDescript → https://www.descript.com/?lmref=A6jhNgBuzzsprout → https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=2407787Disclaimer: Some links may be affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no cost to you. Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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Staying Aligned on the Move + My 5 Work-From-Anywhere Must-Haves
Be my guest — text me!It’s Monday Momentum, and today is Day 47 of our 90-Day CEO Sprint.This week isn’t a “normal” week for me — I’m traveling, moving in and out of home base, and navigating a rhythm that looks different every day. But instead of fighting it, I’m choosing alignment inside it.Because perfection isn’t the point.Presence is.In today’s episode, we talk about how to stay grounded, clear, and connected to your version of success even when routines shift or life gets busy. I’m sharing the exact intention, non-negotiable, release, and aligned action guiding my week — plus the five must-haves that help me work from anywhere without losing clarity or momentum.✨ In This Episode:• How to stay aligned during travel or disrupted routines• The four-part check-in that keeps me grounded• My 5 must-haves to work from anywhere successfully• Why batching content is essential this week• What’s left in the year (45 days after today!)• Why this season is about refinement, not rushing• Networking November interviews and what’s coming• A Monday question to anchor your week with intentionIf you’re moving through a messy week, traveling, or needing a reset, this episode will help you find clarity without chaos.✨ Your Monday Check-In:What’s the ONE thing that would make this week successful — even if everything else stays messy?Send me your answer — I want to hear what you’re focusing on.Join Business Growth Society™Your home for clarity, consistency, and aligned growth:https://www.skool.com/business-growth-society/aboutExplore My Favorite Creator Tools:MyPA Planner: https://www.mypaplanner.com?aff=59Noise-Canceling Headphones: https://amzn.to/43xQcE5Favorite Notebooks: https://amzn.to/481MCU7Metricool → https://i.mtr.cool/CHWQIDRepurpose.io → https://repurpose.io?fpr=207202&fp_sid=akagabieDescript → https://www.descript.com/?lmref=A6jhNgBuzzsprout → https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=2407787Disclaimer: This episode may contain affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no cost to you. Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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Sunday Setup: 46 Days Left, Early Christmas Joy & Preparing for 2026
Be my guest — text me!Today’s conversation blends intention, planning, travel prep, holiday decisions, and the quiet clarity that shows up when we decide to stop waiting for “later” and start living now.In this episode, we talk about:✨ Whether it’s “too early” to put up the Christmas tree if you’re traveling (spoiler: joy doesn’t need a permission slip)✨ Why I’m putting mine up before Thanksgiving this year✨ Pulling out my MYPA 2026 Planner to begin closing out 2025 and preparing for the new year✨ Planning the week ahead so travel doesn’t derail momentum✨ Batching content intentionally because the next two weeks are non-stop✨ Networking November interviews and why I’m so excited to bring these stories forward✨ The refinement season happening inside my business✨ How I’m staying laser-focused on creating my version of success — while supporting my clients in creating theirsThis time of year isn’t about rushing or pushing.It’s about finishing well.It’s about clarity.It’s about momentum without chaos.And it’s about choosing the things that bring joy now, instead of saving them for “someday.”If you’re preparing your week, your life, or your next season — this is your grounding moment.Join Business Growth Society™Your home for clarity, consistency, aligned growth, and a community that feels human.https://www.skool.com/business-growth-society/aboutWork With Me / Explore My Resources:• Strategy sessions• Digital offers• Tools for creators• Business Growth Society™https://gabbieandcompany.comTools I Use + Love:Metricool → https://i.mtr.cool/CHWQIDRepurpose.io → https://repurpose.io?fpr=207202&fp_sid=akagabieDescript → https://www.descript.com/?lmref=A6jhNgBuzzsprout → https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=2407787Disclaimer: This episode may contain affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no cost to you. Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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Don’t Wait for Later: Choosing Joy Today, Even If You Go Alone
Be my guest — text me!In today’s Saturday Slowdown, we’re getting honest about a pattern so many entrepreneurs fall into:saving joy for “later.”Later, when the schedule opens up.Later, when business feels easier.Later, when life gives you permission.But what happens when “later” never comes?This week, I did something simple but meaningful — I went to a string quartet concert alone. No waiting for someone to join me. No perfect timing. No guilt. Just presence, beauty, music, and the reminder that joy is allowed now, not someday.This episode is your invitation to stop postponing the experiences your soul is craving.Because sometimes the things you want — the moments that bring you joy, peace, or clarity — are the things you have to choose before anyone else is ready to go with you.✨ In This Episode:• Why waiting for “later” keeps you stuck• The power of choosing joy in the present moment• Why some experiences are meant to be done alone• How delaying joy becomes a pattern that drains your energy• The invitation to revisit the things you’ve put on hold• A Saturday prompt to reconnect with what you actually want✨ Saturday Reflection Prompt:What is one thing I’ve been waiting to do… that I could choose today, even if I do it alone?Your joy is not a reward.Your joy is not something you earn after you hit a milestone.Your joy is part of your aliveness — and it belongs in your life now, not later.Work With Me / Join Business Growth Society™Your home for clarity, accountability, and aligned, sustainable growth.https://www.skool.com/business-growth-society/aboutExplore My Favorite Creator Tools:Metricool → https://i.mtr.cool/CHWQIDRepurpose.io → https://repurpose.io?fpr=207202&fp_sid=akagabieDescript → https://www.descript.com/?lmref=A6jhNgBuzzsprout → https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=2407787#akaGabbie #StephanieMarie #BusinessGrowthSociety #GabbieandCompanyDisclaimer: Some links may be affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no cost to you. Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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Friday Q&A: Staying Motivated, Content Clarity, Small Audience Growth & My Favorite Candle
Be my guest — text me!In today’s Friday Q&A, we’re breaking down the real questions you’ve been asking all week — the ones that show up in your DMs, in BGS, in your search history, and in your quiet moments of self-doubt. This episode brings honest clarity, grounded strategy, and a little cozy energy to wrap up your week with intention.This week’s top five questions:✨ How do I stay motivated when the results aren’t matching the effort?✨ How do I create content without feeling repetitive?✨ How do I get clients if my audience is still small?✨ How do I know if my offer is truly clear?✨ And the fun one… what candle am I obsessed with right now?Spoiler: it’s Espresso Yourself by Malicious Women Candle Co — bold, witty, female-founded, and rooted in a powerful story of turning pain into purpose. My kind of brand.Grab it here: https://maliciouswomenco.com/stephaniehoglan (affiliate link — thank you for supporting the show!)✨ Key Takeaways:• Consistency isn’t built on motivation — it’s built on clarity + micro-momentum• Repetition is your best marketing strategy• Small audiences convert faster when your message is aligned• Your offer should be explainable in one clean sentence• And yes… your environment influences your creativity more than you thinkIf you want your question featured next Friday, text me. The link is above in the show notes. Let’s keep building clarity, consistency, and momentum — without the chaos.Join Business Growth Society™Your home for clarity, accountability, and aligned growth.https://www.skool.com/business-growth-society/aboutSupport the Podcast & Favorite Tools:Metricool → https://i.mtr.cool/CHWQIDRepurpose.io → https://repurpose.io?fpr=207202&fp_sid=akagabieDescript → https://www.descript.com/?lmref=A6jhNgBuzzsprout → https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=2407787Malicious Women Company (my favorite candles):https://maliciouswomenco.com/stephaniehoglanDisclaimer: Some links may be affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no cost to you. Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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When Does It Finally Click? (Unplugged Edition | Day 44 of the 90-Day CEO Sprint)
Be my guest — text me!It’s Day 44 of the 90-Day CEO Sprint, and this is where it either clicks or collapses.You already know what to do — but you’re not doing it long enough for it to work.You’ve got the plan, the tools, the clarity… and yet something keeps pulling you off track.Today, I’m calling it what it is: Shiny Object Syndrome (SOS).In this Unplugged Edition of Gab Sessions, we’re stripping away the filters and talking honestly about why things still haven’t clicked — and how to fix it before this Sprint ends.Inside this episode you’ll learn:✨ The real reason your momentum keeps breaking✨ Why repetition feels boring — but it’s actually where results begin✨ The 3-3-3 Rule that helps you rebuild rhythm without burnout✨ How to recognize and escape Shiny Object Syndrome✨ What it actually means to stay when everything in you wants to pivotBecause the click doesn’t come when you learn something new — it comes when you finally stay long enough for it to compound.🔁 Your next step:1️⃣ DM me the word CLICK on Instagram @akaGabbie and tell me where SOS shows up most.2️⃣ Join Business Growth Society for accountability that doesn’t fade after week six.— Stephanie Marie (aka Gabbie)💡 Affiliate Resources Used or Mentioned:• Repurpose.io – repurpose your podcast + Reels automatically• Metricool – plan + track your content strategy• Buzzsprout – host your own podcast• Descript – edit audio and video with ease Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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The Momentum Myth | Why Slowing Down Can Actually Speed Up Your Success
Be my guest — text me!It’s Day 42 of the 90-Day CEO Sprint, and this Edition of Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie is a calm reminder that real progress doesn’t always mean constant motion.Sometimes, the best kind of momentum comes when you stop forcing, start flowing, and trust the systems you’ve already built.In this episode, I share how one slightly derailed day still turned into one of my most productive — not because I pushed harder, but because I had structure and systems that supported me.✨ Inside this episode:The truth about “The Momentum Myth”How to trust your systems when things don’t go as plannedWhy rest can create more clarity than hustleWhat unpredictability in people (and business) can teach usHow to build sustainable flow instead of constant force💬 Because momentum isn’t about moving faster — it’s about aligning deeper.🎧 Listen in for a midweek reset that will help you reconnect with your flow, simplify your systems, and refocus on what truly matters.📎 Download the companion worksheet inside Business Growth Society to put this episode into action. Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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AI Without the Overwhelm | How to Use Technology as Leverage, Not Replacement
Be my guest — text me!It’s Day 41 of the 90-Day CEO Sprint, and this Edition of Gab Sessions breaks down how to use AI as leverage, not a replacement.✨ In this episode:The simplest mindset shift for AI successHow to find your leverage points10 beginner-friendly tools to save timeWhy AI helps you do less — better💡 AI doesn’t replace your creativity — it multiplies it.P.S. — Download the AI Made Simple Worksheet inside Business Growth Society, my free community for clarity-driven entrepreneurs.👉 Join hereTools and Resources mentioned: Repurpose.io: https://repurpose.io?fpr=207202&fp_sid=akagabieMetricool: https://i.mtr.cool/CHWQIDDescript: https://www.descript.com/?lmref=A6jhNgCanva: https://partner.canva.com/rnLYRj*Please note some links are affiliate links and I may or may not earn a tiny commission if you choose to purchase one of these resources at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support. Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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Monday Momentum | Clarity Before Chaos
Be my guest — text me!It’s Day 40 of the 90-Day CEO Sprint, and this Monday Edition of Gab Sessions is your permission slip to start clear instead of chaotic.✨ In this episode:How to lead your week instead of reacting to itThe 10-minute clarity practice for Monday morningsThree questions to realign your focusWhy clarity beats hustle every time☕ Start your week with direction, not noise. Presence creates momentum.P.S. — Want to turn this episode into aligned action?The Monday Momentum Worksheet is waiting for you inside Business Growth Society, my free community for clarity-driven entrepreneurs.👉https://www.skool.com/business-growth-society/about Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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Sunday Slowdown: Time, Intention, and What Carries Over
Be my guest — text me!It’s Day 39 of the 90-Day CEO Sprint, and today’s Sunday Edition of Gab Sessions is all about slowing down to realign.In this episode, Stephanie Marie reflects on the pace of life, the carryover tasks that remind us we’re human, and how to move into a new week with calm focus and clear intention.✨ In this episode:What to do with unfinished tasksWhy “still unfolding” > “incomplete”How to realign time with what truly mattersThe importance of slowing down before the week begins☕ Take this as your gentle reminder: progress doesn’t always look perfect — but presence always creates momentum.Resources for this episode: MyPA Planner, there is still time to get yours ... [https://www.mypaplanner.com?aff=59] Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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Saturday Reset: Getting Back in Alignment When You’ve Been Out of Sync
Be my guest — text me!Ever feel like you’ve been running on empty — even while doing all the “right” things?In this Saturday Reset episode of Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie, aka Gabbie, we’re getting real about what it looks like to hit pause, take a breath, and realign when life feels a little off.Stephanie shares her own behind-the-scenes reset — from chili simmering on the stove to red light therapy and a long-overdue manicure — and the honest realization that skipping small personal rituals can throw everything out of balance.You’ll walk away with five simple ways to get back in alignment:✨ Give yourself grace — awareness is progress✨ Recommit to your grounding routines✨ Purge the noise — digitally and physically✨ Refill your cup first✨ Set an intention for your resetThis episode is your reminder that clarity, energy, and consistency start with alignment — not hustle.If you’re in the middle of the 90-Day CEO Sprint, your challenge today is to pause and do one thing that realigns your energy.Because messy momentum still counts — especially when it’s built on clarity.💬 Share your Saturday reset moment on Instagram and tag @akagabbie — let’s normalize taking care of the CEO behind the business.📌 Key Takeaways:The link between alignment and momentumWhy stepping away can actually create clarity5 ways to reset your mindset and routineHow to honor the “messy middle” of the 90-Day CEO Sprint✨ Listen, share, and subscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for grounded conversations on clarity, consistency, and building brands that feel human.Affiliate Links + Tools Used to Produce this Episode:Marie Kondo Books: Hardcover [https://amzn.to/3LC1a5f] Audible [https://amzn.to/3LziR5o]Metricool → [https://i.mtr.cool/CHWQID]Repurpose.io → [https://repurpose.io?fpr=207202&fp_sid=akagabie]Descript → [https://www.descript.com/?lmref=A6jhNg]Buzzsprout → [https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=2407787]Disclaimer:Some links may be affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. I only share tools I actually use and believe in. Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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Friday CEO Wrap-Up: 5 Questions That Build Weekly Momentum
Be my guest — text me!It’s time to close out the week—CEO style. In this episode of Gab Sessions, Stephanie Marie, aka Gabbie, shares five powerful reflection questions that help you finish the week strong, refine your focus, and reset your mindset for what’s next.Because growth doesn’t come from doing more—it comes from noticing what’s working.💡 You’ll learn:The reflection habit top CEOs never skipHow to identify what’s working (and why)What to simplify, stop, or streamlineThe one Monday move your future self will thank you for🎧 Tune in, reflect, and reset—your momentum for next week starts here.📬 Want to be a guest on Gab Sessions?Email [email protected] with “Podcast Guest” in the subject line.💻 Free Signature Builder GPT + Gabbie the CEO Sprint Coach GPT: [https://stan.store/GabbieandCompany]✨ Join Business Growth Society for clarity, consistency, and community. [https://www.skool.com/business-growth-society/about] Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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Networking November: Why You Should Be a Podcast Guest (and Why I’m Doing It)
Be my guest — text me!t’s Day 37 of the 90-Day CEO Sprint and Networking November — and Stephanie Marie, aka Gabbie, is opening the mic for real entrepreneurs, creators, and community builders.In this episode of Gab Sessions, Gabbie shares why being a podcast guest is one of the smartest moves you can make for visibility and connection — and why she’s personally inviting her community to share their stories on the show.💡 You’ll learn:Why podcast guesting builds authority and trustHow conversations convert faster than contentWhat to include in your guest pitch (and what to skip)How to start networking intentionally today🎧 Ready to be a guest?Email [email protected] with “Podcast Guest” in the subject line.✨ Join Business Growth Society and keep building clarity, content, community, and action. Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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Finish Strong: Wins, Systems, and Focus | Day 36 of the 90-Day CEO Sprint
Be my guest — text me!It’s November, and while most people are slowing down — we’re getting strategic. In this episode, Stephanie Marie, aka Gabbie, shares how to finish 2025 strong without the burnout.You’ll get a real-time reality check on how many days are actually left this year, how to use them wisely, and why the work you do now builds your momentum for Q1 2026.Stephanie also walks through her recent wins — including Networking November, the free Email Signature Builder GPT, and the launch of Gabbie, the CEO Sprint Coach. She’ll show you how celebrating your wins and setting up smart systems creates freedom, focus, and flow heading into the new year.🎯 You’ll learn:Why November and December matter more than you thinkHow to identify and celebrate your wins — not just financial onesWhat systems to clean up or complete before the year endsHow to simplify your strategy and finish 2025 strong💡 Action Step:Make your “Wins + What’s Next” list — five wins, three completions, and one commitment to your next-level self.📬 Want to be a guest on the podcast? Email [email protected] with “Podcast Guest” in the subject line.💻 Free Signature Builder GPT: [https://stan.store/GabbieandCompany]💬 Gabbie the CEO Sprint Coach GPT: [https://stan.store/GabbieandCompany]✨ Join the Business Growth Society and turn your messy momentum into measurable success. Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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Day 35 | Expansion Without Burnout: How to Grow Your Business While Growing Others
Be my guest — text me!It’s Day 35 of the 90-Day CEO Sprint, and in today’s episode, we’re diving into a topic that every entrepreneur faces:💡 How do you grow your business while helping everyone else grow theirs — without burning out?In this episode of Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie, aka Gabbie, we’re talking about sustainable expansion — how to stretch, scale, and serve without losing focus, balance, or yourself in the process.Because growth doesn’t have to mean doing more.It means building better — with structure, clarity, and intention.💫 In this episode, you’ll learn:🌿 How to redefine expansion so it’s sustainable, not stressful⚙️ What systems support growth (and which ones might be holding you back)💫 How to protect your energy while scaling your business and serving clients🤝 Why collaboration and connection accelerate expansion🩷 The 5-step Expansion Audit to grow better, not busierMentioned Tools & Resources:📊 Skool → https://www.skool.com/signup?ref=eec139e0194b40629c041b72de402b9c💻 Metricool → https://i.mtr.cool/CHWQID📂 Google Drive →https://referworkspace.app.goo.gl/oeEC🎓 Join Business Growth Society VIP → https://www.skool.com/business-growth-society-vip📧 Email me → [email protected] Takeaway:You can grow your business and your clients’ — sustainably, strategically, and with heart.You don’t need to chase more. You just need to build better. Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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Day 34 | Momentum Monday: Simplify, Strategize & Start the Week Strong
Be my guest — text me!It’s Day 34 of the 90-Day CEO Sprint, and we’re starting the week with clarity, strategy, and calm momentum.In this episode of Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie, aka Gabbie, we’re talking about how to simplify your business, map your week with intention, and use systems to create more space — not more stress.Because success isn’t about doing more.It’s about doing the right things with focus, purpose, and rhythm.💫 Here’s what we’ll cover:🌿 The power of simplifying your schedule and removing unnecessary tasks🩷 How to map your week with strategy and intention⚙️ Systems check — what tech should be supporting you (not draining you)🧭 CEO mindset reset for the week ahead✨ A four-step challenge to build momentum and focus this weekMentioned Tools & Resources:📓 MY PA Planner → https://www.mypaplanner.com?aff=59💌 MailerLite → https://www.mailerlite.com📊 HubSpot → https://www.hubspot.com🏗️ Skool → https://www.skool.com/signup?ref=eec139e0194b40629c041b72de402b9c💫 Join Business Growth Society VIP → https://www.skool.com/business-growth-society/aboutKey Takeaways:You don’t need to rush. You just need to align, act, and adjust.Clarity creates consistency — and consistency creates results. Support the showLet’s Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie for weekly strategies, unfiltered stories, and clarity to help you build your version of success. ✨ Join the free community: Business Growth Society™📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @akaGabbie Want VIP strategy or 1:1 support?Email me directly at [email protected] — let’s see how I can help you grow
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Gab Sessions with Stephanie Marie, akaGabbieConquering business, tech, and the adventures of entrepreneurshipWelcome to Gab Sessions, where we talk business, branding, marketing, tech, personal growth, and yes, even the occasional meltdown because real life is part of building a business.Whether you’re scaling, shifting, starting over, or just trying to figure out what success even looks like for you, this is your space. Each week I’ll share real strategies, unfiltered stories, and lessons from behind the scenes of growing a brand with big vision without losing your mind or your mascara.I’m Stephanie Marie, akaGabbie, founder of Business Growth Society™ and Gabbie + Company. I’m a strategist, a catalyst, and the friend who will always tell you the truth with love.This podcast is your place for clarity, confidence, and straight-up action so you can build a business and a life that actually fit
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Stephanie Marie, akaGabbie
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