Business Over Cocktails - Behind the Business - Real Talk with Female Entrepreneurs

In this episode of Business Over Cocktails, Logan Montague joins Lauren as they dive into a real, unfiltered conversation about entrepreneurship, personal growth, and marketing strategy. From breaking free of flashy influencer culture to building a brand rooted in authenticity and alignment, this episode explores what it really takes to grow a business that feels like you.

You’ll hear about navigating client relationships, shifting your identity in business, and how social media managers can build sustainable success without the burnout. This one’s for the founders who are done chasing trends and ready to l...

In this episode of Business Over Cocktails, Stephanie Ross introduces the concept of intentional entrepreneurship—a framework for building a sustainable, scalable business without sacrificing your life. As a soulpreneur, mom, and multi-business owner, Stephanie shares the real strategies behind her 4-day workweek, including her Four-Part To-Do List, Soulpreneur Check-In, and designated days method.

She dives into how delegation, systems, and time audits can help you stop feeling burned out and start focusing on the needle-moving tasks that grow your business. Whether you’re a solopreneur, mompreneur, or navigating personal growth in business, this epis...

What does it really take to build a business that aligns with your soul and your season of life? In this episode, Lauren sits down with Stephanie Ross—author, educator, real estate agent, and founder of the Small Business Sister Circle—to explore the raw truths of entrepreneurship, motherhood, and personal growth.

Stephanie shares her journey from burnout to balance, how she created a thriving community from scratch, and why she believes women don't have to choose between building a business and living a full life. From her early days as a group fitness inst...

In this episode of the Business Chaser, nail artist, salon owner, and educator Jess Warz takes the mic to reflect on the creative freedom, career flexibility, and client connection that make the beauty industry so fulfilling.

From working on editorial sets and Fashion Week to running her own nail salon, Jess shares the many paths a nail tech can take—and how to make your business feel more like play than work. She dives into building a soul-aligned beauty career, attracting your ideal clients, setting healthy boundaries, and why being fully yourself is the most powerful business st...

In this episode of Business Over Cocktails, Lauren sits down with Jess Warz—a nail artist, salon owner, and nail educator who shares her powerful business journey from nursing school to building a thriving nail salon.

Jess opens up about how an accidental pivot turned into a full-blown career in nail art, what it takes to become a successful nail tech, and how she built a space where creativity and client connection thrive.

They dive deep into the realities of being a business owner in the beauty industry—covering burnout, boundaries, and how mindset shifts can...

In this solo episode of The Business Chaser, Lauren peels back the curtain on the real story behind her business growth—from the early days of burnout and following bad coaching advice, to discovering her own sales strategies and building momentum through intuitive action. She shares the hard lessons learned, the surprising power of selling in the DMs, and why confidence—not perfection—became her biggest asset.

Lauren also reflects on growing a local business presence, how collaborations shaped her path, and what it truly takes to lead when the room you’re in no longe...

In this heartfelt episode of Business Over Cocktails, Lauren is interviewed by her longtime friend and former client, Rebecca Richards. Together, they dive deep into the mindset shifts, personal growth, and business strategy that have shaped Lauren’s journey as an entrepreneur and coach. From early challenges and burnout to redefining success and work-life balance, Lauren shares the real, raw story behind her evolution in the online space. They also reflect on the power of coaching, the pressure of social media, and why simplification—not hustle—is what truly scales a business.

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In this episode of Business Over Cocktails, Lauren is joined by business coach and ethical sales expert Heather Wylde to talk all things sales strategy—without the sleaze. 

Heather breaks down how to approach high-vibe sales conversations that feel good, convert consistently, and honor your potential clients. She shares her journey from being turned off by pushy, NLP-based sales techniques to creating a framework that’s rooted in integrity, alignment, and authenticity. 

Whether you’re new to sales or ready to improve your conversion rate, Heather explains how to qualify...

In this soulful and candid conversation, Lauren sits down with business coach, musician, and digital nomad Heather Wylde to explore the deep intersections between personal growth, trauma recovery, and entrepreneurship. Celebrating her one-year anniversary as an international traveler, Heather shares how a leap of faith to move to Mexico changed the trajectory of her life and career. From confronting toxic coaching environments to becoming a champion of ethical sales and authentic business practices, Heather’s story is a masterclass in honoring intuition, embracing vulnerability, and finding success on your own terms. She also reflects on her cancer survivor journey an...

In this episode of Business Chaser, Lauren Najar shares her entrepreneurial journey, discussing the lessons learned from her various business ventures, the importance of confidence in business, and the value of finding one's niche. 

She reflects on her experiences with different business models, the challenges she faced, and how she ultimately found success by embracing her unique strengths and building her confidence.

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In this engaging conversation, Lauren Najar and Kayla Meloy discuss the intricacies of entrepreneurship, the importance of supportive friendships, and the challenges faced by those pursuing their passions. 

They explore the journey of building a business, overcoming self-doubt, and the significance of having a strong support system. The discussion also touches on the loneliness of entrepreneurship, the need for community, and the importance of celebrating small wins. 

Ultimately, they emphasize the value of self-belief and the necessity of surrounding oneself with positive influences.

In this focused episode, web designer and strategist Rebecca Richards breaks down how to use website design to attract your ideal clients, build trust, and boost conversions. 

We explore the essentials of a strong online presence—from streamlining offers to optimizing user experience and integrating social proof. 

Whether you're in health and wellness or another service-based business, you'll learn how to create a website strategy that speaks your clients' language, supports SEO, and turns visitors into loyal clients.

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