Episodes

March 11, 2025

Networking That Works: How to Build Trust and Gain Real Connections | RR301

Networking isn’t about collecting business cards—it’s about building real relationships that create lasting opportunities. Linda Walters, master connector, referral strategist, and founder of Lead Tribes, shares how authentic...
March 4, 2025

Celebrating 300 Episodes – The Power of Relationships & Gratitude | RR300

We’ve hit a major milestone! In this special solo episode—something I rarely do—I’m taking a moment to celebrate 300 episodes of Relationships Rule! This journey has been an incredible ride, filled with insightful conversatio...
Feb. 25, 2025

Why Emotional Marketing is the Key to Business Success | RR299

Most buying decisions aren’t based on logic—they’re driven by emotion, connection, and trust. Chantal Cornelius helps businesses tap into this by using emotional marketing instead of generic selling points. As an internationa...
Feb. 18, 2025

How to Stand Out in Business Through Authentic Branding and Networking | RR298

Success in business isn’t just about having the best product—it’s about building trust, mastering relationships, and knowing how to tell your story. Paige Arnof-Fenn, founder of Mavens & Moguls, has worked with brands like Mi...
Feb. 11, 2025

Becoming the Best Version of YOU with Mary Kominska | RR297

Personal growth isn’t just about learning new skills—it’s about challenging old patterns, setting boundaries, and becoming the best version of yourself. Mary Kominska, an entrepreneur, mindset coach, and creator of the T.E.A....
Feb. 4, 2025

Jacob Hicks on The Art of the Follow-Up and Long-Term Success | RR296

Success is not only about making sales, it is about building real relationships, creating smart systems, and staying true to your purpose. Jacob Hicks, a coach and speaker, joins me to share his insights on work-life balance,...
Jan. 28, 2025

The Power of Caring Leadership with Traycee Mayer | RR295

Leadership isn’t about titles—it’s about showing up with empathy, kindness, and genuine care for people. In this episode, I sit down with Traycee Mayer, author of The Leadership Contradiction, to discuss her refreshing take o...
Jan. 21, 2025

Simplifying Goal Setting for Busy Professionals with Debra Eckerling | RR294

Setting the right goals starts with knowing what you truly want, and Debra Eckerling is here to make it easier than ever to figure that out. Deb Eckerling, the creator of the DEB Method, joins me to talk about how anyone can ...
Jan. 14, 2025

Delivering Magic: How to Create Unforgettable Customer Experiences | RR 293

Bring the magic of Disney to your small businesses by showing how exceptional customer service creates unforgettable loyalty. Join me as I chat with Vance Morris, a former Disney executive turned small business owner and cust...
Jan. 7, 2025

Why Staying Visible Matters: Wisdom from Karen Gunther | RR292

The secrets to staying visible and building lasting client relationships in a competitive digital landscape are just a listen away. Karen Gunther, founder of Stay Visible Marketing, joins me to talk about how businesses can s...
Dec. 31, 2024

Unlocking Rapid Growth Without Changing Who You Are | RR291

Can introverts be successful in sales and networking? Absolutely! Meet Matthew Pollard. Matthew is known as the “Rapid Growth Guy,” and specializes in helping introverts excel in business without trying to be extroverts. Mat...
Dec. 24, 2024

Why Every Creator Needs to Understand Intellectual Property | RR290

Do you really know how to protect what you’ve created? Céleste Reumert Refn, an expert in intellectual property, joins me to break down the world of trademarks, copyrights, and protecting your ideas. With her Danish backgroun...
Dec. 17, 2024

Redefining Success Through Reflection and Relationships | RR289

How do you find balance and purpose when life feels overwhelming? Todd Bertsch shares his journey of personal growth, self-reflection, and the power of relationships. Todd, a business owner, life coach, and host of The Bolt p...
Dec. 10, 2024

Building Genuine Connections Through Bold Strategies with Jason Zygadlo | RR288

How do you stand out in a world full of competition? Jason Zygadlo, founder of Build.Your.Own.Brand., joins me to share his journey from creatively breaking into pharmaceutical sales to becoming an expert in helping people an...
Dec. 3, 2024

The Secrets to Long-Term Growth Through Relationships | RR 287

Have you ever wondered why some people seem to effortlessly build lasting success? Scott Grates, a relationship marketing expert, breaks it all down in this episode. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the pressure to “sell, s...
Nov. 26, 2024

Jean Wright’s Guide to Selling with Confidence and Authenticity | RR286

Is confidence the secret to successful selling? Jean Wright, a sales confidence coach, joins me to share her passion about helping women break free from the outdated, aggressive sales stereotypes. Jean shares her journey from...
Nov. 19, 2024

Why Intentional Visibility is Key to Business Growth with Donna Cravotta | RR285

What happens when you take a step back to redesign your business — and your life? In this episode, I talk with Donna Cravotta, CEO and Founder of the Cravotta Media Group and the creator of BeVisible.club, who shares how a ma...
Nov. 12, 2024

The Power of a Few Kind Words: Lessons from a Year of Giving with Tracey Gates | RR284

I am joined, in this episode, by kindness ambassador, life & wellness coach, author and speaker, Tracey Gates. Tracey shares her incredible, year-long mission to send out kindness, one note at a time and offers inspiring insi...
Nov. 5, 2024

Finding Success Through the Power of Your Voice with Earl Thomas | RR283

What’s it like to have a career built on the power of your voice? Earl Thomas knows. He has the perfect nickname for his career journey – he is known as "The Voice,". Earl and I sit down to talk about the world of voiceovers...
Oct. 29, 2024

A Guide to Relationship-Driven Sales in the Age of AI | RR282

How are AI and social selling changing the way we connect in sales? Join me as I sit down with John Golden, a globally recognized sales and marketing thought leader, to explore the evolving world of sales. John shares how soc...
Oct. 22, 2024

Build Stronger Connections through Active Listening with Deb Porter

What if really listening could transform your relationships, both personal and professional? In this episode, I chat with Deb Porter, a communication expert and founder of Hearing Out Life Drama. Deb is passionate about the p...
Oct. 15, 2024

David Saxby’s Secrets to Turning Creative Ideas into Business Wins | RR280

Ever wondered how creativity and strategy can take a business from ordinary to extraordinary? In this episode, I sit down with David Saxby, a marketing expert who’s known for thinking outside the box and bringing a fresh appr...
Oct. 8, 2024

Why Letting Go Isn’t Giving Up with Jill Sherer Murray | RR279

Join me as I chat with Jill Sherer Murray, an award-winning author, TEDx speaker, and communications expert. Jill shares how her obsession with TED Talks inspired her to give her own talk, "The Unstoppable Power of Letting Go...
Oct. 1, 2024

Change Your Questions, Change Your Future | RR278

Ever wonder how a psychotherapist becomes a stand-up comic? In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of Elliot Connie, a psychotherapist, author, podcaster, and founder of Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). Ell...