Stay On Course: Ingredients for Success

Julie Riga
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You have the title and the wins, and still something is asking for more: more meaning, more alignment, a success that finally feels like success from the inside out. That is why this show exists. Every week, Stay On Course: Ingredients for Success sits you down with the founders, executives, and purpose-driven leaders who have walked the road you are on, and asks the real question: what are the ingredients that actually made the difference? You listen because you are done with surface-level advice and ready for the inner work, the honest stories, and the proof that you can lead with clarity and conviction even when the path is not clear. Here is what you take away. Every guest brings three ingredients for success, and every episode hands you something you can use before the week is over. You leave with sharper confidence and executive presence, the mindset shifts that quiet imposter syndrome and turn fear into fuel, the resilience to scale without burning out, the courage to lead through the messy middle, and the storytelling that makes your message land. Those are the ingredients: confidence, clarity, courage, communication, and purpose-driven leadership that builds a legacy worth leaving. You do not just listen to this show. You add an ingredient to your own recipe every episode. Hosted by Julie Riga, ICF-ACC certified leadership coach, TEDx speaker, bestselling author, and 20-year Fortune 500 executive, and inspired by her father Ennio Riga, celebrity Italian chef who taught her that discipline, storytelling, and faith are the ultimate ingredients for a meaningful life. A Top 40 Apple Podcasts Entrepreneurship show in the top 2 percent worldwide, with 30,000 plus monthly downloads and a perfect five star rating. New episodes weekly on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and iHeart Radio. Visit julieriga.com and stayoncourse.io.

  1. 1d ago

    Julie Riga: Live from the Pool on My Birthday, Purpose Cannot Wait

    In this episode: The spiritual shift happening right now and why it is time to pay attention The real difference between passion and purpose and why it matters for your life How going through a divorce at thirty-three with a baby became the moment Julie found her mission Why Julie is writing songs again and what is coming next A tribute to family members lost, including her father Ennio The question that could change everything: if money was not an object, how would you serve humanity? Why you cannot say someday forever and what to do about it today How the Before I Speak program is helping people get their stories ready for the world A heartfelt thank-you to every person who has walked this journey with Julie If you have been putting something off, this episode is your reminder. It is not too late. It has never been too late. Let's get it right. Connect with Julie: julieriga.com | https://stacklist.app/julieriga Before I Speak: Mondays at 7 PM Eastern #stayoncourse #purposedriven #spiritualawakening #podcastforwomen #beforeispeak Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Julie Riga: Live from the Pool on My Birthday, Purpose Cannot Wait

  2. 3d ago

    Angela Petersen: The Ingredients for Success in Redefining What Aging Can Be

    Angela Petersen: The Ingredients for Success in Redefining What Aging Can Be In This Episode: Angela's path from United States Navy nurse to doctor of nursing and Chief Clinical and Scientific Officer at InstaMed Pharmaceuticals Why decades old research discouraged women from hormone replacement, and how the science has since been refuted The link between estrogen decline and cognitive decline, including dementia risk Why cholesterol is essential for brain function, and how inflammation, not cholesterol, drives cardiovascular risk Testing follicle stimulating hormone to understand where a woman is in the menopause transition Why bioidentical hormones and testosterone matter for both women and men How semaglutide and tirzepatide, known as Ozempic and Mounjaro, work as peptides that change metabolism, insulin response, and glucose regulation InstaMed's oral dissolving strip technology for peptides supporting skin, sleep, cognitive clarity, mitochondrial activation, growth hormone production, and pain, healing, and circulation How microplastics, seed oils, and modern plumbing may be undermining hormonal health InstaMed is a Utah based, United States manufactured company built to bring transparency to a peptide market Angela describes as the wild west Why Generation X is positioned to age differently than previous generations, and what that means for work, purpose, and financial security Why glutathione and clean eating support the body's natural detoxification process against everyday environmental toxins Key Takeaways: Redefine what normal means. Subjective symptoms deserve a real answer, even when lab numbers look fine Build a foundation first. Hormone optimization and metabolic regulation are the pillars everything else is built on Stay curious about innovation. GLP one therapy and peptide science are reshaping healthy aging and longevity Prepare for a different future. Financial self reliance, entrepreneurship, and AI fluency matter more than ever after fifty Purpose does not retire. A vital, engaged, purpose driven life is possible well beyond what past generations expected Memorable Quotes: "Normal is not normal." "You don't know how bad you felt until you start feeling good." "If you're in your fifties, you should be the most educated on AI right now." Perfect for anyone navigating midlife, menopause, or a career transition who wants to redefine what growth and vitality can look like. Connect with Angela Petersen: Book, The Wellness Glitch, available on Amazon Company, InstaMed Pharmaceuticals, getinstamed.com Contact, office line and text, 385-486-4181 Connect with Julie Riga: Website, your website Social Media, your social media handles Coaching, learn more about leadership coaching and transformation Stacklist, https://stacklist.app/julieriga Subscribe to Stay On Course wherever you listen to podcasts Share this episode with someone ready to optimize their health and reclaim their purpose #stayoncourse #healthyaging #hormoneoptimization #longevity #leadershipmindse Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Angela Petersen: The Ingredients for Success in Redefining What Aging Can Be

  3. 6d ago

    Kylee Ingram: Decision Science, Cognitive Diversity, and the Ingredients for Better Leadership Decisions

    Kylee Ingram: Decision Science, Cognitive Diversity, and the Ingredients for Better Leadership Decisions Guest: Kylee Ingram, Co Founder of Wizer Host: Julie Riga In This Episode: Kylee's journey from television producer to co founder of Wizer, a company built on decision science and organizational intelligence How an interactive kids app, a Cannes nomination, and time in a Boulder, Colorado tech accelerator led Kylee into the world of crowd science The research behind Wizer, drawn from Doctor Juliet Bourke's work at Deloitte and mathematician Scott Page at the University of Michigan The six ways people approach a decision, and why every person has a primary and secondary decision making style Why outward diversity matters, drawn from jury studies showing homogenized groups make weaker, less self aware decisions The Boeing and NASA examples, and what happens when experienced voices are sidelined for cost or convenience The three biases every decision room must account for, social bias, information bias, and capacity bias How to design a decision room with intention instead of relying on a leader's instinct or a captain's call Why buy in increases when people see their own perspective represented in the room, even indirectly The idea of defensible decisions, and how the right process helps leaders stand behind a choice with confidence The free decision profile tool at wiser.business, and how Wizer's built in communication tool guides team members on how best to reach one another Wize Snaps, a separate outreach tool originally built for the charity sector to profile a third party before reaching out Wizer's current work in the Indigenous sector in Australia, helping communities reframe their business and generate income through consultation How decision science applies well beyond the boardroom, including family conversations and small team settings Key Takeaways: Know your own bias before you walk into any decision Build decision rooms with intention, not instinct Protect experienced voices, especially when pressure pushes teams toward shortcuts Representation in the room builds real, lasting buy in Purpose driven leadership starts with genuine curiosity about how people think Small teams and families can apply decision science just as effectively as large organizations Memorable Quotes: "There's science behind how to make a good decision." "We stand here on the shoulders of some great research to build out this company." "Know that you're biased." This episode is ideal for leaders, founders, and teams who want a more self aware, purpose driven approach to leadership and decision making. Connect with Kylee Ingram on LinkedIn and at wizer.business Connect with Julie Riga: https://stacklist.app/julieriga Subscribe to Stay On Course wherever you listen to podcasts, and share this episode with a leader who needs it. #stayoncourse #decisionscience #leadership #cognitivediversity #purposedriven Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Kylee Ingram: Decision Science, Cognitive Diversity, and the Ingredients for Better Leadership Decisions

  4. Aug 12

    Megan Collier | No Followers Needed: How to Build a Six-Figure UGC Business

    No Followers Needed: How to Build a Six-Figure UGC Business Guest: Megan Collier, Content Creator & UGC Coach Host: Julie Riga About This Episode Julie sits down with Megan Collier, who built a six-figure User Generated Content (UGC) business in just 14 months starting with only 200 followers. Megan now helps GenXers and Boomers launch successful UGC careers, and she's here to break down exactly how everyday people can get paid by brands without any influencer status. What is UGC? User Generated Content (UGC) is when creators get paid by brands to create short-form video content (typically 30-60 seconds) without posting to their own social media. Instead, brands use this authentic content for their own ads, emails, websites, and marketing channels. In This Episode, We Talk About: The three essential ingredients for UGC success (hint: talent isn't one of them) Why age is actually an asset in this industry, not a barrier How Megan landed her first deal within 10 days and what she did to make it happen The exact step-by-step process to get started, even if you've never created content before What equipment you actually need (spoiler: probably less than $50) Real student success stories, including a 52-year-old who made $11,500 in 63 days How to price your work so you're not leaving money on the table Why brands are desperately searching for GenX and Boomer creators right now The biggest mistakes new creators make and how to avoid them Whether UGC will survive in an AI and metaverse world Why This Matters If you've ever thought "I'm too old for social media" or "I don't have enough followers to work with brands," this episode will completely change your perspective. Megan proves that the barrier to entry has never been lower, and the demand has never been higher. Who Should Listen GenXers and Baby Boomers looking for flexible income Anyone intimidated by traditional influencer marketing People seeking a side hustle with low upfront investment Anyone who's ever wanted to work with brands but thought they needed thousands of followers first Guest Background Megan Collier discovered UGC in August 2022 while working full-time and needing a flexible side hustle. Within 14 months, she scaled her UGC business to replace her six-figure corporate income. Now she helps everyday people unlock this valuable income stream through her coaching platform. Connect with Megan Collier TikTok: @megan_ugc Instagram: @Megan_UGC Website: https://www.megancollierugc.com You don't need followers, fancy equipment, or years of experience to start earning with UGC. You just need a willingness to learn, the confidence to know your worth, and the ability to have fun with it. Subscribe to Stay On Course wherever you listen to podcasts Share this episode with anyone exploring a new income stream or creative pursuit   To learn more about Julie Riga and her mission to help you stay on course and lead with confidence and clarity, visit: www.julieriga.com Explore transformative coaching sessions at julieriga.com/lead Connect with me on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/julieriga I'm Julie Riga—a leadership coach, speaker, certified trainer, author, voice actor, and proud host of the Stay On Course podcast. With over 20 years of experience in the pharma, biotech, and life sciences industries, I specialize in empowering high-achieving professionals to lead with clarity, purpose, and resilience. I work with: CEOs, Founders, and Executives who want to lead with authenticity and impact C-suite leaders and senior managers looking to improve executive presence and public speaking Entrepreneurs and business owners navigating growth, leadership challenges, and career fulfillment HR and operations leader Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Megan Collier | No Followers Needed: How to Build a Six-Figure UGC Business

  5. Aug 10

    Fabian Martinez | Building a Content Creation Studio That Fuels Long-Term Business Growth

    In this episode: How Julie and Fabian transformed years of collected technology into a professional, multi-use podcast studio Why an external microphone is the single highest-impact investment for anyone doing podcasts or Zoom calls Simple, accessible ways to create a professional look using tools you already have, even just an iPhone and a window Fabian's Amazon reviews analogy for why consistent content builds trust and credibility over time Inside the Profitable Content Launchpad, Fabian's beginner-friendly course for business owners Fabian's upcoming June 25th workshop teaching entrepreneurs how to create their own video testimonials Julie's exciting news about Stay On Course joining the Believe Network and the launch of her new series, Scenes from the Table This conversation is a practical, purpose-driven guide for entrepreneurs and professionals ready to elevate their presence, strengthen their leadership brand, and turn content into a long-term growth strategy. Connect with Fabian Martinez: Course: The Profitable Content Launchpad Workshops: Beginning June 25th, teaching video testimonial creation for business owners Connect with Julie Riga: Stacklist: https://stacklist.app/julieriga #stayoncourse #leadership #entrepreneur #contentcreation #purposedriven Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Fabian Martinez | Building a Content Creation Studio That Fuels Long-Term Business Growth

  6. Aug 7

    Todd Anthony: Don't Lose Your Humanity, The Leadership Insight Behind Brands That Last

    In this episode, Julie and Todd explore: Why great brands start with seeing people as people, not data points The human insight behind Nike's "Just Do It" and why "Stay On Course" works the same way How to prove that human-centered branding is actually working Why AI is a prediction machine, and how to keep your voice and judgment in the loop Todd's 1991 story in Prague that became his organizing principle for leadership and purpose Breaking down organizational silos to build real growth and connection Todd shares hard-won lessons on career growth, leadership presence, and building a brand rooted in authenticity rather than algorithms. This conversation is a must-listen for entrepreneurs, marketers, and leaders who want to stay human as AI transforms the way business gets done. Subscribe to Stay On Course wherever you listen to podcasts Share this episode with a leader who needs to hear it Connect with Todd Anthony: Website: pinwheelagency.com LinkedIn: Search "Todd Anthony" Connect with Julie Riga: Stacklist: https://stacklist.app/julieriga #stayoncourse #authenticleadership #purposedrivenleadership #brandstrategy #leadershipmindset Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Todd Anthony: Don't Lose Your Humanity, The Leadership Insight Behind Brands That Last

  7. Aug 5

    Meditation to Manifestation: Building the Business of Your Dreams with Katie Krimitsos

    Meditation to Manifestation: Manifesting the Business of Your Dreams Guest: Katie Krimitsos, Founder and CEO of Women's Meditation Network Host: Julie Riga Overview   What if manifestation isn't about vision boards and morning affirmations? In this powerful episode of the Stay On Course Podcast, host Julie Riga sits down with Katie Krimitsos, founder of the Women's Meditation Network, a platform reaching nearly 3 million downloads each month and ranking in the top 0.1% of all podcasts worldwide. Katie reveals how meditation is the ultimate gateway to manifestation, self-leadership, and intentional life design. From clearing subconscious money blocks to writing into the future, this transformative episode is a masterclass in purpose-driven growth, authentic alignment, and the courageous journey of becoming who you were always meant to be. Meditation to Manifestation: Manifesting the Business of Your Dreams About Katie Krimitsos Katie Krimitsos is the Founder and CEO of the Women's Meditation Network, helping millions of women reconnect with themselves through guided meditation and practical, proven life design tools. Her new course, Meditation to Manifestation, pairs deep inner work with actionable journaling techniques to help women consciously build the business and life they truly want.   Fun Fact: Katie bakes a fresh sourdough loaf every week on her 15-acre family farm and says she is probably the only one eating it! The Three Ingredients for Success 1. Deep Self-Awareness Through Meditation Meditation is not about clearing your mind or sitting cross-legged at 5 a.m. It is about knowing yourself so deeply that you can hear your intuition, access your clarity, and lead from within. Even five deep breaths taken in the driveway counts as a meaningful practice. 2. Alignment Alignment means your beliefs, thoughts, words, and actions are all moving in the same direction. Katie uses the image of a garden hose: when there are kinks and knots, the water cannot flow. When the hose is laid out flat, the water flows freely. Your dreams are the water. Remove the kinks. 3. Intentional Life Design Pick up a pen. Write into the future you want, as though it has already happened. This free, simple practice activates intention and opens the door to manifestation. Julie manifested five European cities this way as a single mom, and it worked. Key Insights Manifestation is not a vision board. It is the natural byproduct of full alignment between who you are and how you live. Subconscious stories around money, worthiness, and identity create the kinks that quietly block your flow. Awareness is always the first step. Meditation in any form builds the capacity to pause, hear your intuition, and respond thoughtfully to life rather than react to it. Presence is the practice. Stress and anxiety only exist when we leave the present moment. Stillness brings us back to where our joy and guidance live. You are the author of your own life. Self-leadership begins the moment you pick up the pen and choose to write a new story. Memorable Quotes "Manifestation is a natural byproduct of alignment. When what you believe, think, say, and do are all in agreement, that is when it flows." "The most important ingredient for success, no matter what success looks like to you, is a deep knowing of yourself." "The water is meant to flow. Your dreams are already yours." Connect with Katie Krimitsos Website: womensmeditationnetwork.com Course: Meditation to Manifestation, available now Podcast: Search Women's Meditation Network on any podcast platform or YouTube   Subscribe to Stay On Course wherever you listen to podcasts today Share this episode with a leader who is ready to manifest their next level   #StayOnCourse #MeditationToManifestation #PurposeDrivenLeadership #MindsetShift #IntentionalLiving   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Meditation to Manifestation: Building the Business of Your Dreams with Katie Krimitsos

  8. Aug 3

    Malcolm Reid Sr.: Ingredients for Success for the Modern Generalist and Kicking the Hopium Habit

    Malcolm Reid Sr.: Ingredients for Success for the Modern Generalist and Kicking the Hopium Habit In this episode of the Stay On Course Podcast, Julie sits down with Malcolm Reid Sr., founder of Pro Global Business Advisors, to talk leadership, purpose, and the mindset shifts that separate predictable business growth from hope based guessing. Guest Background Malcolm Reid Sr. founded Pro Global Business Advisors, helping over a thousand coaches serve small business owners with integrity Known for a strong stance against hype driven coaching and for equipping ethical coaches with real systems and support Creator of Profit Advisor, a platform that brings marketing, sales, and fulfillment technology into one methodology Spent decades in music and corporate America before building twenty five years of entrepreneurial experience What They Discussed Why the specialist model is losing ground to the modern generalist in a world shaped by AI The full meaning behind the phrase a jack of all trades is a master of none Why so many entrepreneurs run their business on hope instead of tracked, predictable systems The triplets that keep business owners stuck: gonna do, did not do, and want to do The importance of success metrics and consistent prospecting, even after landing clients How Profit Advisor gives coaches a business in a box, without long contracts or restrictive territories The path to becoming a certified Profit Advisor and building real credibility Malcolm's journey from corporate America to becoming unemployable in the traditional workforce His early career in music, including work alongside KRS-One and Grandmaster Kaz The value of self leadership and consistency for long term legacy building Memorable Quotes Change you must or irrelevant you will become A jack of all trades is a master of none, but it is a whole lot better than just a master of one People are addicted to hope There are parking spaces on that road, that journey to success. Park, but back up and get back on the journey Get one percent better per week, and by the end of the year you will be sixty seven percent better than where you started Key Takeaways Systems beat hope. Predictability comes from tracked metrics, not wishful thinking Becoming a generalist, someone who can do more and deliver faster, is increasingly valuable Growth requires discipline. Small, consistent improvement compounds over time Every failure becomes part of the foundation for helping the next person Purpose and self leadership carry entrepreneurs through moments that feel insurmountable This episode is a must listen for coaches and small business owners ready to build a business rooted in purpose, clarity, and predictable success. Connect with Malcolm Reid Sr. Website: ProGlobalBA.com Free Book: 100kleak.com Company: Pro Global Business Advisors Connect with Julie Riga Website: julieriga.com/lead Social Media: LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram Coaching: Learn more about leadership coaching and transformation Stacklist: https://stacklist.app/julieriga Subscribe to Stay On Course wherever you listen to podcasts, and share this episode with the leaders in your life who need to hear about purpose, growth, and legacy. #stayoncourse #leadership #purpose #growth #entrepreneur Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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You have the title and the wins, and still something is asking for more: more meaning, more alignment, a success that finally feels like success from the inside out. That is why this show exists. Every week, Stay On Course: Ingredients for Success sits you down with the founders, executives, and purpose-driven leaders who have walked the road you are on, and asks the real question: what are the ingredients that actually made the difference? You listen because you are done with surface-level advice and ready for the inner work, the honest stories, and the proof that you can lead with clarity and conviction even when the path is not clear. Here is what you take away. Every guest brings three ingredients for success, and every episode hands you something you can use before the week is over. You leave with sharper confidence and executive presence, the mindset shifts that quiet imposter syndrome and turn fear into fuel, the resilience to scale without burning out, the courage to lead through the messy middle, and the storytelling that makes your message land. Those are the ingredients: confidence, clarity, courage, communication, and purpose-driven leadership that builds a legacy worth leaving. You do not just listen to this show. You add an ingredient to your own recipe every episode. Hosted by Julie Riga, ICF-ACC certified leadership coach, TEDx speaker, bestselling author, and 20-year Fortune 500 executive, and inspired by her father Ennio Riga, celebrity Italian chef who taught her that discipline, storytelling, and faith are the ultimate ingredients for a meaningful life. A Top 40 Apple Podcasts Entrepreneurship show in the top 2 percent worldwide, with 30,000 plus monthly downloads and a perfect five star rating. New episodes weekly on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and iHeart Radio. Visit julieriga.com and stayoncourse.io.

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