BUILD IT, BABY!

Rainy Day Production House
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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.

  1. 2d ago

    Personal Growth Changes Your Relationships: The Psychology of Becoming

    Personal growth can change your relationships in ways you never expected. In this episode of BUILD IT, BABY!, Penelope Bent explores the complicated relationship between success, identity, and the people around us. She looks at what happens after we become successful—and how growth can change the way we think, spend our time, take risks, and see our future. What happens when the people we love don’t grow in the same direction? Penelope also talks honestly about the temptation to shrink yourself to keep other people comfortable, the difference between people who can’t walk the next part of the journey with you and those who simply won’t, and why some relationships are meant for a season rather than a lifetime. She also answers a listener question about career change and whether we’re really running away—or being nudged toward something new. Ultimately, becoming isn’t something that happens by accident. It happens through choice, courage, and continuing to build, even when building changes us. 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. With music by Yuri Shemshishin and Oleksii Holubiev. Connect with us: BUILD IT, BABY!: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | YouTubePenelope Bent: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn

  2. Aug 11

    Building Through Uncertainty, Grief, and Life’s Setbacks

    Building through difficult times requires us to rethink what progress actually looks like. Life doesn't always follow our plans, and sometimes the best we can give is 12%—and that's okay. In this episode of BUILD IT, BABY!, Penelope Bent talks about what happens when momentum is interrupted by grief, illness, caregiving, financial stress, relationship changes, or other unexpected moments. She explores the difference between slowing down and giving up, and why changing your pace doesn't mean you've abandoned your purpose. Penelope also shares a deeply personal story about receiving a major new client contract just as her husband experienced a serious medical emergency. She explains how commitment to her work helped bring her back to center during an overwhelming moment. Later, she answers a listener question about stress and worry, sharing why she prefers action over rumination, prepares ahead instead of relying on last-minute adrenaline, and reaches out to trusted people when she needs to talk things through. The message is simple: you don't have to build everything today. You simply have to keep building. 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. With music by Yuri Shemshishin and Oleksii Holubiev. Connect with us: BUILD IT, BABY!: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | YouTubePenelope Bent: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn

  3. Aug 4

    Every Builder Needs a Thinking Partner

    The best ideas often come from having the right thinking partner. Initially, Penelope Bent believed BUILD IT, BABY! would be a podcast about building businesses. But through countless conversations, she discovered it was really about something much deeper: the person we become while we're building. In this episode, she shares how asking better questions—and giving herself the freedom to explore ideas without judgment—helped uncover the true heart of the show. Rather than focusing on artificial intelligence as technology, she explores how any trusted sounding board, whether it's a mentor, coach, friend, or AI, can create the space for deeper thinking, greater clarity, and more authentic decision-making. Penelope also answers a listener question about identifying a viable business idea, walking through the importance of evaluating your own skills, understanding market demand, thinking realistically about profitability, and why service businesses can often be easier to launch than product-based companies. If you're building a business, navigating a career change, or simply trying to better understand your own purpose, this conversation is a reminder that the quality of your future is often shaped by the quality of the questions you're willing to ask. 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. With music by Yuri Shemshishin and Oleksii Holubiev. Connect with us: BUILD IT, BABY!: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | YouTubePenelope Bent: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn

  4. Jul 28

    Why Your Next Chapter Requires a New Identity

    Every meaningful life transition begins with an identity shift. Whether you're building a business, stepping into leadership, changing careers, returning to work, or simply feeling the pull toward something bigger, the hardest part isn't the work itself—it's becoming the person your next chapter requires. In this episode, Penelope Bent explores what she calls "the hidden transition"—the internal transformation that quietly happens before any meaningful external success. She shares personal stories from launching BUILD IT, BABY!, lessons learned through entrepreneurship, and why every new season asks us to let go of an old identity in order to grow into a new one. This conversation is for anyone standing at a crossroads, wondering who they're becoming and what comes next. Penelope reflects on trust, delegation, leadership, founder mindset, and the courage it takes to step into unfamiliar territory. If you've ever felt caught between who you've been and who you're becoming, this episode is a reminder that growth isn't about abandoning your past—it's about allowing every version of yourself to prepare you for what's ahead. 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. With music by Yuri Shemshishin and Oleksii Holubiev. Connect with us: BUILD IT, BABY!: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | YouTubePenelope Bent: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn

  5. Jul 21

    The Difference Between Experience & Stagnation

    Experience is one of our greatest assets—but only if it continues to evolve. In this episode of BUILD IT, BABY!, Penelope Bent explores the difference between experience and stagnation, challenging the idea that age is what determines our relevance. Drawing from years in recruiting, leadership, and business, she shares why curiosity, adaptability, energy, and a willingness to keep growing often matter far more than the number of years on a résumé. It's an honest conversation about staying engaged, embracing change, and refusing to let life convince you that your best chapters are already behind you. Penelope also answers a listener question about balancing a full-time job while building a business, offering practical advice for creating momentum without sacrificing the life you're working so hard to build. Whether you're navigating a career transition, considering your next chapter, or simply looking for a renewed sense of purpose, this episode is an invitation to keep learning, keep building, and never stop becoming. 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. With music by Yuri Shemshishin and Oleksii Holubiev. Connect with us: BUILD IT, BABY!: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | YouTubePenelope Bent: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn

  6. Jul 14

    Resignation vs Surrender: The Mindset That Changes Everything

    Resignation vs surrender can shape every decision you make. In this episode of BUILD IT, BABY!, Penelope Bent explores the quiet difference between giving up on what's possible and staying open to what life might still have in store. She unpacks how limiting beliefs, generational scarcity, family expectations, and fear can slowly convince us to settle for less—not because we aren't capable, but because we've stopped believing there's something more available. Penelope shares why surrender isn't about quitting—it's about releasing control, trusting possibility, and refusing to let inherited stories determine your future. She also answers a heartfelt listener question from a newly single mother starting over at 41, offering practical encouragement on rebuilding confidence, discovering personal strength, creating financial independence, and embracing a new chapter with hope instead of resignation. Whether you're navigating a major life transition or simply questioning the beliefs you've carried for years, this conversation is an invitation to plug back into possibility and keep building. 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. With music by Yuri Shemshishin and Oleksii Holubiev. Connect with us: BUILD IT, BABY!: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | YouTubePenelope Bent: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn

  7. Jul 7

    Courage Creates Clarity: Stop Waiting to Feel Ready

    Personal growth begins the moment you stop waiting for certainty. How do you know when you're on the right path? It's one of the biggest questions people ask when they're building something meaningful, navigating change, or trying to move forward without all the answers. In this episode of BUILD IT, BABY!, Penelope Bent explores why clarity doesn't come before action—it emerges because of it. Drawing from her experiences building BUILD IT, BABY!, developing her work as a success strategist, and growing RecruiterMANIA, Penelope shares how taking courageous first steps often reveals the direction we were searching for all along. Throughout the conversation, Penelope unpacks the myth of feeling "ready," the difference between courage and fearlessness, and why collaboration can sharpen both vision and purpose. She also answers a thoughtful listener question about authenticity, sharing the personal story behind "Penny" versus "Penelope" and what it has taught her about showing up authentically in both business and life. Whether you're starting something new, facing uncertainty, or simply wondering what comes next, this episode is a reminder that courage creates clarity—not the other way around. 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. With music by Yuri Shemshishin and Oleksii Holubiev. Connect with us: BUILD IT, BABY!: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | YouTubePenelope Bent: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn

  8. Jun 30

    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. With music by Yuri Shemshishin and Oleksii Holubiev. Connect with us: BUILD IT, BABY!: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | YouTubePenelope Bent: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn

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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
    56
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Rainy Day Production House
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