What Is Rocketship Energy?

The CEO Besties | Emily + Natalie
  • 5.0 (1)
  • Entrepreneurship

Welcome to What Is Rocketship Energy, a 10-episode limited series that takes you beyond strategy and into the real shifts that create freedom. In each episode, we talk about the things no one else is saying: → Why proven strategies leave you exhausted → How to build momentum that lasts longer than a caffeine rush → The identity shifts that unlock real CEO energy → Scaling while still having a life you love → Finding community that actually expands you → And how to grow a business that funds your freedom This is for the ambitious woman who knows she's meant for more and ready to take action.

Episodes

  1. Jan 4 ·  Bonus

    BONUS EPISODE: From Idea to CEO: The Smart Way Women Are Building Businesses in 2026

    Have you ever felt like you’re meant for more, but you’re not quite sure how to move from idea to something real? This bonus episode is a powerful year-end reflection on what happens when women stop building alone and start building in community. In this conversation, Natalie and Emily, co-founders of The CEO Besties look back on a full year of building together. From one DM to sold-out masterminds, they share the lessons, patterns, and transformations they witnessed while supporting dozens of women at different stages of entrepreneurship. Along the way, one type of woman kept showing up. The woman with real ideas and ambition, but without the clarity, structure, or support to turn her dream into a sustainable business. This episode unpacks why that missing middle matters, how community accelerates confidence and momentum, and why The Launchpad Society was created as a life-first space for women building their foundation before the acceleration phase. If you are done treating your dream like a side thing and ready to build something that supports your life, this episode was created for you. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN ✨ How one simple conversation turned into a year of sold-out masterminds and powerful community ✨ Why so many women get stuck between idea and execution in the early stages of entrepreneurship ✨ How community became the fastest accelerator for clarity, confidence, and momentum ✨ Why mindset, strategy, and support must work together to build a sustainable business ✨ Join The Launchpad Society → https://theceobesties.com/launchpad-society  A virtual membership designed for women in the early stages of building a business who want clarity, structure, and support before acceleration. Life-first. Foundation-focused. Community-driven. ✨ Book A Clarity Call → https://theceobesties.com/book-a-call  Want to make sure the launchpad is the right fit for your next step in entrepreneurship? Book a quick call with us! We’d love to chat and see if it makes the most sense for you!  CONNECT WITH THE CEO BESTIES ✨ Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/theceobesties  ✨ Website → https://theceobesties.com ✨ Subscribe to the Bestie Edit → https://theceobesties.com/newsletter  ✨ Book A Clarity Call → https://theceobesties.com/book-a-call

    1h 2m

  2. 09/08/2025

    10: Rocketship Level ROI

    If you’ve made it this far, you’ve officially binged all nine episodes with us — which basically makes us CEO Besties already. In this final episode, Natalie and Emily are pulling back the curtain on what it really means to invest in your next level. This isn’t just about dollars in and dollars out — it’s about the speed, clarity, confidence, and momentum that collapse timelines and change everything. From their own big, scary yeses to the compounding ROI they see inside The Rocketship, this conversation is your permission slip to stop waiting for perfect timing and start backing yourself now. Inside this episode: ✨ The real ROI of investing in yourself and why the bigger return is speed, clarity, confidence, and connection (the things that actually create money) ✨ Why waiting is the most expensive decision of all, with examples of months lost to hesitation versus weeks gained by saying yes ✨ How to vet the right mastermind for you and what to look for in mentors, community, and energy before you commit ✨ Exactly what the Rocketship application process looks like — from filling out the form to getting your first group chat celebration ✨ Why “someday” isn’t coming, and how action (not the perfect map) is what creates clarity and results This episode is for you if: You’ve been listening and nodding along, feeling the nudge, but wondering if now is the right time. Spoiler: the right time doesn’t appear. It’s created the moment you decide to back yourself. The Rocketship isn’t just another program. It’s a curated container where your momentum compounds, your clarity expands, and your future self will thank you for saying yes. Apply now for The Rocketship Mastermind, the high-touch container for women ready to scale with clarity, aligned action, and a community that makes ROI inevitable. 🚀 Let’s Be Besties: ✨ Instagram → @theceobesties ✨ Website → https://theceobesties.com ✨ Get on The Lit List → https://theceobesties.com/newsletter

    6 min

  3. 09/08/2025

    9: Behind the Scenes | Exactly What’s Included in The Rocketship Mastermind

    Ever wonder what actually happens inside a high-level mastermind? In this episode, Natalie and Emily take you on the full VIP tour of The Rocketship: retreats by the ocean, monthly strategy sessions in Manhattan Beach (if you’re in person), virtual calls that spark real breakthroughs, and a virtual community that lights up with every win (big or small). Whether you’re in person, virtual, or both, you’ll see exactly how the structure, support, and celebration collide to create momentum that lasts. Inside this episode: ✨ A behind-the-scenes look at monthly in-person strategy days, transformative oceanfront retreats, and casual meetups that spark unexpected breakthroughs over coffee walks and beach hangs ✨ What virtual members experience — from true masterminding sessions and deep mindset work to quarterly 1:1 strategy sessions that keep your business sharp and your energy protected ✨ How access to the Launchpad Society (our virtual membership) creates a built-in ecosystem of referrals, PR opportunities, and collaborations that fuel your growth ✨ The celebration culture that rewires confidence, whether it’s a GIF party for sending a scary pitch or flying in to support a sister’s launch This episode is for you if: You’ve been craving more than another Zoom group or DIY course. You want a space where strategy meets soul, where wins are celebrated at every level, and where growth doesn’t just spark — it sustains. The Rocketship isn’t just a mastermind. It’s a culture, a movement, and a system designed to collapse timelines so you can scale faster and enjoy the process along the way. Apply now for The Rocketship Mastermind, the high-touch container for women ready to scale with clarity, aligned action, and community that feels like home. 🚀 Let’s Be Besties: ✨ Instagram → @theceobesties ✨ Website → https://theceobesties.com ✨ Get on The Lit List → https://theceobesties.com/newsletter

    7 min

  4. 09/08/2025

    8: What Do a Lawyer, Content Creator & HVAC Pro Have in Common? Unfiltered Client Success Stories

    What do a lawyer, a community building content creator, and an HVAC business owner have in common? They all joined The Rocketship — and they all have very real, very unfiltered stories about what it’s actually like on the inside. In this candid panel, Liz, Megan, and Mona pull back the curtain on their mastermind journey: the fears they had before joining (including the “is this a cult?” moment), the turning points that shifted everything, and the wins that would’ve felt impossible on their own. Inside this episode: ✨ The starting points: from Liz leaving corporate leadership to launch a family business, to Megan turning a pandemic passion project into a thriving platform, to Mona leaving a 12-year career as a public defender to build a law practice on her own terms ✨ The fears and hesitations, including skepticism, perfectionism, and the weight of “can I really do this?” — and what shifted them into full yeses ✨ The growth: five-figure launches, podcasts going live, bold pivots, and businesses designed around family, freedom, and fulfillment ✨ Why the right room changes everything — from ideas you’d sit on for years finally coming to life, to the confidence that comes when powerhouse women mirror your brilliance back to you This episode is for you if: You’ve ever wondered what really happens inside a mastermind (and if it’s “worth it”). These unfiltered client stories prove that growth here isn’t about hype or hustle — it’s about clarity, confidence, and community that makes your vision inevitable. Apply now for The Rocketship Mastermind, the high-touch container for women ready to scale with clarity, aligned action, and a curated community that turns “someday” ideas into real, thriving businesses. 🚀 Let’s Be Besties: ✨ Instagram → @theceobesties ✨ Website → https://theceobesties.com ✨ Get on The Lit List → https://theceobesties.com/newsletter

    1h 15m

  5. 09/08/2025

    7: The Rocketship Mastermind Method: The Formula That Fuels Everything We Do

    Growth doesn’t happen by accident — and it definitely doesn’t happen by duct-taping random strategies you found on Instagram. In this episode, Natalie and Emily reveal the Rocketship Method, the exact three-part formula that fuels every transformation inside the mastermind. Mindset, business strategy, and community aren’t buzzwords here — they’re the lived framework that takes women from spinning their wheels alone to scaling with clarity, confidence, and momentum that actually sticks. Inside this episode: ✨ The mindset shifts that turn “I’m not ready yet” into bold launches, price raises, and CEOs finally taking vacations without guilt ✨ The strategy upgrades that collapse timelines, from simplifying scattered offers into one scalable model to building systems that give you your brain (and weekends) back ✨ Why curated community is the ultimate multiplier, with real examples of collaborations, client referrals, and women collapsing years into months simply by being in the right room This episode is for you if: You’re tired of hustling in isolation, piecing together courses, and wondering why your revenue doesn’t match your effort. The Rocketship Method proves that when you align your mindset, business model, and the room you’re in, growth isn’t just possible — it’s inevitable (and a lot more fun). Apply now for The Rocketship Mastermind, the high-touch container for women ready to scale with clarity, aligned action, and the kind of community that accelerates everything. 🚀 Let’s Be Besties: ✨ Instagram → @theceobesties ✨ Website → https://theceobesties.com ✨ Get on The Lit List → https://theceobesties.com/newsletter

    9 min

  6. 09/08/2025

    6: How a Corporate Climber & SAHM Built a Rocketship

    What happens when a corporate ladder climber and a stay-at-home mom collide? They build a Rocketship. In this episode, Natalie and Emily pull back the curtain on the wildly different paths that led them to each other — and how those differences became the exact fuel that powers The Rocketship Mastermind. From corporate boardrooms to nap schedules, their story proves that the right partnership isn’t about looking the same on paper, it’s about aligned values, complementary strengths, and a shared vision that’s too big to ignore. Inside this episode: ✨ Natalie’s leap from 15 years in the corporate world, scaling startups, building teams, and chasing titles, to realizing she was climbing the wrong ladder and craving freedom, family, and impact ✨ Emily’s evolution from “stay-at-home mom” (with a background in finance, real estate, and startups behind the scenes) to visionary leader building community and sparking growth in every room she’s in ✨ The instant spark that turned a coffee walk into a business partnership and how intuition, values, and fun made the yes easy ✨ How their opposite strengths (strategy + structure meets vision + creativity) created the exact blueprint that makes The Rocketship work for women at every stage This episode is for you if: You’ve ever wondered if your background, title, or current season disqualifies you from building something big. The truth? Different paths create stronger fuel. Whether you’re in a boardroom, in a playroom, or somewhere in between, your skills and values are shaping the next level. The Rocketship proves that strategy + mindset + community expands faster when you don’t do it alone. Apply now for The Rocketship Mastermind, the high-touch container for women ready to scale with clarity, aligned action, and community that makes growth inevitable (and a whole lot more fun). 🚀 Let’s Be Besties: ✨ Instagram → @theceobesties ✨ Website → https://theceobesties.com ✨ Get on The Lit List → https://theceobesties.com/newsletter

    9 min

  7. 09/08/2025

    5: From $0 to 5-Figure Launch in 60 Days: What Happens on the Rocketship

    Picture this: you’ve had a course idea sitting on your laptop for two years. The slides are built, the content is done, the vision is clear… but perfectionism, fear, and the mental load keep winning. Fast forward 60 days inside The Rocketship Mastermind and that same “someday” course brings in 5 figures from its very first launch, dream retainer clients, and a whole new CEO identity. That’s Natalia Hodgson’s story — and it’s the perfect snapshot of what happens when clarity, structure, and community collide. Inside this episode: ✨ How Natalia went from two years of sitting on a finished course to launching it in just three mastermind sessions ✨ The strategies and support that helped her collapse timelines, from accountability that didn’t let her stall to the clarity that made action obvious ✨ What “the Rocketship effect” really looks like in real life: faster launches, dream clients, and a business that actually sustains momentum instead of draining it This episode is for you if: You’ve been sitting on your own “someday” idea: the program, course, or offer you know could change everything if you’d just launch it. If you’ve been overthinking, tweaking, or waiting for the perfect moment, Natalia’s story will show you exactly what’s possible when you step into a room where your vision is celebrated, your pace is matched, and your people don’t let you play small. Apply now for The Rocketship Mastermind, the high-touch container for women ready to scale with clarity, aligned action, and community that accelerates everything. 🚀 Let’s Be Besties: ✨ Instagram → @theceobesties ✨ Website → https://theceobesties.com ✨ Get on The Lit List → https://theceobesties.com/newsletter

    43 min

  8. 09/08/2025

    4: Without This, You’re Losing Speed and Millions

    You can have the best strategy in the world, but if you’re not trusting yourself, you’re leaving speed, impact, and literal millions on the table. In this episode, Natalie and Emily break down why self-trust is the accelerator behind every successful move, and why ignoring it silently costs ambitious women years of momentum. If you’ve ever felt that restless tug in your gut that whispers “there’s more,” this is your sign to listen. Inside this episode: ✨ Why the “something feels off” pull isn’t random — it’s your internal GPS pointing you to the faster path ✨ How building the muscle of self-trust collapses timelines (think months of debating turned into weeks of execution) ✨ Real examples, like how CEO Besties was born from a coffee walk, a gut nudge, and a Canva one-pager, and turned into a sold-out mastermind within days This episode is for you if: You’re ambitious, already growing, and yet find yourself waiting for permission or stalling on ideas you know could change everything. You don’t need another funnel. You need to strengthen the muscle that makes every strategy work faster: self-trust. Apply now for The Rocketship Mastermind, the high-touch container for women ready to scale with clarity, alignment, and momentum while building a business fueled by intuition, community, and the kind of bold self-trust that collapses timelines. 🚀 Let’s Be Besties: ✨ Instagram → @theceobesties ✨ Website → https://theceobesties.com ✨ Get on The Lit List → https://theceobesties.com/newsletter

    11 min

  9. 09/08/2025

    3: The Mental Load That Messes with Momentum

    You don’t need another productivity hack, you need to clear the mental load that’s secretly stalling your growth. In this episode, Natalie and Emily break down the hidden bottleneck no business plan can fix: overthinking, perfectionism, and carrying the weight of life and business at the same time. If you’ve ever found yourself tweaking offers at midnight, second-guessing every decision, or wondering why you’re working nonstop but still not moving forward, this is your reminder that strategy alone isn’t enough. Inside this episode: ✨ What the mental load really looks like in real life, from juggling client calls and school pick-ups in the same hour to replaying every “what if” when you already know the answer in your gut ✨ How emotional infrastructure (mindset, self-trust, and support systems) frees up bandwidth so your strategy can finally work the way it’s supposed to ✨ Real stories of women collapsing years into weeks, like Megan, who went from five years of treating her business like a hobby to charging clients, signing contracts, and launching a podcast in less than a month once she dropped the self-doubt This episode is for you if: You’re done carrying the invisible backpack full of mental tabs, waiting until you “feel ready,” or treating your own work as less valuable than everyone else’s. You don’t need more hustle. You need the mindset, support, and self-trust that let your strategy actually stick. Apply now for The Rocketship Mastermind, the high-touch container for women ready to scale with clarity, alignment, and momentum while building a business that supports school pick-ups, family dinners, solo travel days, and the life you’ve been craving. 🚀 Let’s Be Besties: ✨ Instagram → @theceobesties ✨ Website → https://theceobesties.com ✨ Get on The Lit List → https://theceobesties.com/newsletter

    8 min

  10. 09/08/2025

    2: When Your Strategy Can’t Keep Up with Your Jet Fuel

    You don’t need to slow down your ambition. In this episode, Natalie and Emily break down what happens when your strategy can’t keep up with your jet fuel. If you’ve ever felt maxed out, stuck at a revenue plateau, or duct-taping together systems just to keep the wheels on, this is your sign to upgrade your fuel so your business finally matches your pace. Inside this episode: ✨ The three places we upgrade strategy inside The Rocketship (business model, systems, and support) ✨ Why mismatched strategy drains energy and keeps you stuck spinning instead of scaling ✨ Real stories of women reworking their models, streamlining their back-ends, and creating freedom that allowed for Friday beach walks, summer trips to Spain, and businesses that kept running without them This episode is for you if: You’re tired of working harder with flat results, carrying the entire business on your back, or capping your growth because your strategy wasn’t built for the speed you’re moving at. You don’t need to pump the brakes, you need to upgrade the structure so scaling feels lighter, faster, and a whole lot more fun. Apply now for The Rocketship Mastermind, the high-touch container for women ready to scale with clarity, alignment, and momentum while building businesses that fuel the lives they actually want. 🚀 Let’s Be Besties: ✨ Instagram → @theceobesties ✨ Website → https://theceobesties.com ✨ Get on The Lit List → https://theceobesties.com/newsletter

    8 min

  11. 09/08/2025

    1: Blast Off With Rocketship Energy

    In this foundational episode, Natalie and Emily break down what Rocketship Energy really means and why most masterminds leave ambitious women feeling boxed in. If you’ve ever walked out of a room replaying every word you said, wondering if your ideas were “too much” or your pace was “too fast,” this is your invitation to step into a space where your big vision feels normal, your growth is celebrated, and your whole life gets to expand. Inside this episode: ✨ The three fuel sources that create Rocketship Energy, like the mom who stopped second-guessing and launched the course she’d been sitting on for years, because clarity and aligned action finally collided ✨ The five core values that shape our culture, from whole-life integration (yes, hiring childcare counts as scaling) to expansive accountability that pushes you farther than you’d go alone ✨ Real examples of women collapsing timelines inside The Rocketship, like the creative who turned her floral design hobby into a revenue stream within four months, or the CEO who replaced burnout with a business that supports travel, family dinners, and free weekends This episode is for you if: You’re tired of trying to scale with someone else’s blueprint and craving a mastermind that was actually built for women like you: ambitious, multi-passionate, and unwilling to trade rest, family, or freedom just to check the “successful entrepreneur” box. Apply now for The Rocketship Mastermind, the high-touch container for women ready to scale with clarity, alignment, and momentum while building a business that fuels the life they actually want to live. 🚀 Let’s Be Besties: ✨ Instagram → @theceobesties ✨ Website → https://theceobesties.com ✨ Get on The Lit List → https://theceobesties.com/newsletter

    14 min
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Welcome to What Is Rocketship Energy, a 10-episode limited series that takes you beyond strategy and into the real shifts that create freedom. In each episode, we talk about the things no one else is saying: → Why proven strategies leave you exhausted → How to build momentum that lasts longer than a caffeine rush → The identity shifts that unlock real CEO energy → Scaling while still having a life you love → Finding community that actually expands you → And how to grow a business that funds your freedom This is for the ambitious woman who knows she's meant for more and ready to take action.

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  • Creator
    The CEO Besties | Emily + Natalie
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    11
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © The CEO Besties | Emily + Natalie
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    What Is Rocketship Energy?