BUILD IT, BABY!

Rainy Day Production House
  • 5.0 (2)
  • Entrepreneurship

BUILD IT, BABY! is for dreamers who are doers—people who know they’re meant for more and are tired of drifting, doubting, and waiting for clarity to appear. Hosted by Penelope Bent, Success Strategist and founder of BUILD IT, BABY!, this podcast is an honest, grounded conversation about what it really takes to build a business, a career, or a life that actually feels aligned. Through real stories, practical strategy, and deep inner work, Penelope helps listeners understand why they get stuck, what needs to change, and how to move forward—without hustle, hype, or pretending to have it all figured out. Whether you’re standing at the edge of a bold decision, rebuilding after something fell apart, or simply ready to stop repeating the same patterns, BUILD IT, BABY! meets you where you are and helps you take the next honest step. This isn’t about chasing someone else’s version of success. It’s about building your own—one clear, intentional move at a time. If you’re ready to move forward, you’re in the right place. New episodes every Tuesday.

  1. 22h ago

    Building Your Bridge to Success Before Success Arrives

    Founder mindset begins long before success becomes visible. In this episode of BUILD IT, BABY!, Penelope Bent explores one of the most difficult seasons in entrepreneurship and life: the space between doing the work and seeing the results. When you've invested time, energy, and belief into building something meaningful but nothing seems to be moving, how do you keep going? Penelope shares why preparation may be the missing piece in many builds. From "digging your ditches" and creating infrastructure for growth to developing the mindset, discipline, and identity required to receive success, this conversation is about building your bridge before the opportunity arrives. She explores the difference between hoping and preparing, why builders must become who they want to be before external validation appears, and how faith, structure, and intentional action create the foundation for lasting success. Plus, Penelope answers a listener question about changing career paths in today's uncertain job market and offers practical guidance on reinvention, transferable skills, and building from a position of strength rather than fear. Send us your questions or comments! BUILD IT, BABY! is a Rainy Day Production House original. Hosted by Penelope Bent and produced by Morgan Clymer. Music: “The Stars” by Yuri Shemshishin“Unsolved Story” by Oleksii Holubiev“Falling Stones” by Oleksii Holubiev Follow along: BUILD IT, BABY!: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | YouTubePenelope Bent: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn Rainy Day Production House. Crafted with passion. Delivered with soul.

    29 min

  2. Jun 23

    Visibility Is the Bottleneck Holding You Back

    Visibility is often the missing piece between where you are and where you want to go. In this episode, Penelope Bent explores why being seen can feel so uncomfortable—even when we know it's necessary for growth. Whether you're building a business, navigating a career transition, sharing your ideas, or stepping into a new chapter of life, visibility asks something difficult of all of us: the willingness to stop hiding. Penelope shares her own struggles with showing up publicly, posting online, and allowing others to see what she's building, along with the mindset shifts helping her move through that fear. She discusses why visibility is not vanity, why confidence often comes after action rather than before it, and how many talented people remain stuck because they're waiting to feel ready. Plus, she answers a listener question about being laid off and feeling called to start something of her own despite resistance from family and friends. If you've been playing small, staying quiet, or waiting for the perfect moment to put yourself out there, this conversation is for you. Send us your questions or comments! BUILD IT, BABY! is a Rainy Day Production House original. Hosted by Penelope Bent and produced by Morgan Clymer. Music: “The Stars” by Yuri Shemshishin“Unsolved Story” by Oleksii Holubiev“Falling Stones” by Oleksii Holubiev Follow along: BUILD IT, BABY!: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | YouTubePenelope Bent: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn Rainy Day Production House. Crafted with passion. Delivered with soul.

    30 min

  3. Jun 16

    The Rules of Networking in a Digital World

    Networking has changed—and according to Penelope Bent, most people are still playing by outdated rules. In this episode of BUILD IT, BABY!, Penelope explores why modern networking is less about collecting connections and more about building trust, visibility, and meaningful professional relationships. Drawing from her experience in business and recruiting, she shares why reputation, emotional intelligence, consistency, and online presence matter more than ever in today's marketplace. Whether you're building a business, growing your career, navigating a layoff, or simply trying to stay visible in a rapidly changing professional world, this conversation offers a fresh perspective on networking that feels authentic rather than transactional. Penelope also answers a listener question from a new small business owner looking to build awareness and create momentum both online and in his local community. Send us your questions or comments! BUILD IT, BABY! is a Rainy Day Production House original. Hosted by Penelope Bent and produced by Morgan Clymer. Music: “The Stars” by Yuri Shemshishin“Unsolved Story” by Oleksii Holubiev“Falling Stones” by Oleksii Holubiev Follow along: BUILD IT, BABY!: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | YouTubePenelope Bent: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn Rainy Day Production House. Crafted with passion. Delivered with soul.

    36 min

  4. Jun 9

    The Reality of Today’s Job Market

    Navigating layoffs, career uncertainty, and rebuilding confidence in today’s job market. In this episode of BUILD IT, BABY!, Penelope Bent sits down with resume writer, LinkedIn strategist, and job search coach Melissa Grabiner for a candid conversation about what’s really happening behind the scenes in hiring right now. From mass layoffs and AI disruption to ghosting, networking, and the emotional toll of job searching, this episode dives into the reality so many people are quietly facing. Together, Penelope and Melissa unpack the deeper side of career transitions—the loss of identity that can happen when a job ends, why rejection often feels personal, and how to rebuild confidence when the future feels uncertain. They also discuss the growing importance of visibility, LinkedIn optimization, relationship-based hiring, and creating additional income streams in an unpredictable economy. This is a grounded, honest conversation about resilience, reinvention, and learning how to move forward when life forces a pivot. Send us your questions or comments! BUILD IT, BABY! is a Rainy Day Production House original. Hosted by Penelope Bent and produced by Morgan Clymer. Music: “The Stars” by Yuri Shemshishin“Unsolved Story” by Oleksii Holubiev“Falling Stones” by Oleksii Holubiev Follow along: BUILD IT, BABY!: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | YouTubePenelope Bent: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn Rainy Day Production House. Crafted with passion. Delivered with soul.

    33 min

  5. Jun 2

    Branding, Trust, and the Energy You Bring Into a Room

    Branding is more than logos, websites, or social media strategy. In this episode of BUILD IT, BABY!, Penelope Bent breaks down what actually shapes a brand: communication, consistency, reliability, emotional presence, and the experience people have when they interact with you. From hiring stories and leadership lessons to the realities of professionalism, presentation, and founder energy, this conversation explores how trust is built long before a pitch is ever made. Penelope shares why communication style affects opportunity, why responsiveness matters more than people realize, and how emotional consistency becomes part of your identity in business and in life. She also answers a listener question about hiring for a startup, including the personality traits and mindset shifts that matter most when building an early team. This episode is a grounded conversation about branding, entrepreneurship, founder mindset, and the human experience behind building something meaningful. Send us your questions or comments! BUILD IT, BABY! is a Rainy Day Production House original. Hosted by Penelope Bent and produced by Morgan Clymer. Music: “The Stars” by Yuri Shemshishin“Unsolved Story” by Oleksii Holubiev“Falling Stones” by Oleksii Holubiev Follow along: BUILD IT, BABY!: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | YouTubePenelope Bent: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn Rainy Day Production House. Crafted with passion. Delivered with soul.

    37 min

  6. May 26

    The Hidden Cost of Staying

    Some life changes begin long before you actually leave. In this episode of BUILD IT, BABY!, Penelope Bent talks about the hidden emotional cost of staying in environments, relationships, or routines that no longer fit who you are becoming. This conversation explores fear, survival mode, confidence, identity, self-trust, and the quiet ways people slowly disconnect from themselves while convincing themselves everything is “fine.” Penelope shares deeply personal reflections about recognizing toxic patterns, losing confidence over time, and the moment she realized staying was costing her more than leaving ever would. She also discusses why meaningful change rarely starts with one giant leap—it starts with honesty, awareness, and small action steps that begin rebuilding your life from the inside out. If you’ve been feeling stuck, emotionally exhausted, disconnected from yourself, or afraid to make a change, this episode is a reminder that growth does not require perfection—but it does require truth. Send us your questions or comments! BUILD IT, BABY! is a Rainy Day Production House original. Hosted by Penelope Bent and produced by Morgan Clymer. Music: “The Stars” by Yuri Shemshishin“Unsolved Story” by Oleksii Holubiev“Falling Stones” by Oleksii Holubiev Follow along: BUILD IT, BABY!: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | YouTubePenelope Bent: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn Rainy Day Production House. Crafted with passion. Delivered with soul.

    32 min

  7. May 19

    Prioritization for Entrepreneurs: Busy vs Building

    Building a business while balancing real life requires more than time management—it requires prioritization. In this episode of BUILD IT, BABY!, Penelope Bent explores one of the biggest reasons people stop progressing toward meaningful goals: not lack of talent or ambition, but the inability to prioritize what truly matters. From entrepreneurship and founder mindset to emotional avoidance, focus, burnout, and intentional decision-making, this conversation dives into the difference between being busy and actually building something that moves your life forward. Penelope shares a personal look into her own creative process while refining an offer for one of her companies, and why going back to the drawing board was not procrastination—it was alignment. She also talks about protecting creative energy, navigating seasons of aggressive building versus recovery, learning to stop apologizing for your priorities, and why clarity creates momentum. If you’ve been feeling scattered, overwhelmed, or stretched too thin while trying to build a business, a new direction, or a meaningful life, this episode will meet you exactly where you are. Send us your questions or comments! BUILD IT, BABY! is a Rainy Day Production House original. Hosted by Penelope Bent and produced by Morgan Clymer. Music: “The Stars” by Yuri Shemshishin“Unsolved Story” by Oleksii Holubiev“Falling Stones” by Oleksii Holubiev Follow along: BUILD IT, BABY!: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | YouTubePenelope Bent: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn Rainy Day Production House. Crafted with passion. Delivered with soul.

    33 min

  8. May 12

    Why Building Something Visible Changes Everything

    Building something meaningful changes the way you see yourself. In this episode of BUILD IT, BABY!, Penelope Bent explores why so many people feel exhausted, disconnected, and unfulfilled — even when they’re busy all day long. After reading that construction workers are among the happiest people in their jobs, Penelope dives into the deeper reason why: visible progress. The ability to actually see what you’ve built. This conversation goes beyond entrepreneurship and into something much more personal. Penelope talks about founder mindset, creative fulfillment, ownership, momentum, workplace culture, and the emotional shift that happens when you stop simply contributing and start creating. From building companies to installing a ceiling fan with her daughter, this episode is about the confidence, happiness, and identity that come from making something real with your own hands. If you’ve been feeling stuck, disconnected from your work, or unsure what comes next, this episode is a reminder that fulfillment may not come from doing more — it may come from building something you can actually see. Send us your questions or comments! BUILD IT, BABY! is a Rainy Day Production House original. Hosted by Penelope Bent and produced by Morgan Clymer. Music: “The Stars” by Yuri Shemshishin“Unsolved Story” by Oleksii Holubiev“Falling Stones” by Oleksii Holubiev Follow along: BUILD IT, BABY!: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | YouTubePenelope Bent: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn Rainy Day Production House. Crafted with passion. Delivered with soul.

    31 min
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BUILD IT, BABY! is for dreamers who are doers—people who know they’re meant for more and are tired of drifting, doubting, and waiting for clarity to appear. Hosted by Penelope Bent, Success Strategist and founder of BUILD IT, BABY!, this podcast is an honest, grounded conversation about what it really takes to build a business, a career, or a life that actually feels aligned. Through real stories, practical strategy, and deep inner work, Penelope helps listeners understand why they get stuck, what needs to change, and how to move forward—without hustle, hype, or pretending to have it all figured out. Whether you’re standing at the edge of a bold decision, rebuilding after something fell apart, or simply ready to stop repeating the same patterns, BUILD IT, BABY! meets you where you are and helps you take the next honest step. This isn’t about chasing someone else’s version of success. It’s about building your own—one clear, intentional move at a time. If you’re ready to move forward, you’re in the right place. New episodes every Tuesday.

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  • Creator
    Rainy Day Production House
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    49
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Rainy Day Production House
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    BUILD IT, BABY!