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Sarah Cirigliano
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Don’t let the business God called you to build become your burden. Welcome to The Called Entrepreneur, the podcast for Christian founders who want to scale with peace, profit, and purpose—without sacrificing faith, family, or sanity. I’m Sarah Cirigliano, certified business implementation coach and pastor’s wife. I combine proven business systems with timeless biblical wisdom to help high-achieving entrepreneurs stop being the bottleneck in their own business and build a thriving, scalable company. Each week, you’ll get the strategy to: Fire yourself as the bottleneck by installing simple systems that create margin and freedom. Trade the world’s hustle for God’s grace so you can lead with clarity, confidence, and calm. Scale with integrity using a sales process that feels like service, not sleaze. If you’re a 6-figure Christian founder ready to finally run your business without it running you, this is your place.  Restore Your Peace. Scale Your Impact. Let’s get to work.  ------- 🤝 Let's Connect: 🌐 Website: https://thecalledentrepreneur.com 💼 LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/sarah-cirigliano 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahlcirigliano 📧 Email: hello@thecalledentrepreneur.com

Episodes

  1. 10/07/2025

    Pruning for Business Growth: When God Asks You to Let Go So He Can Multiply Your Fruitfulness

    What if the reason your business isn’t growing isn’t because you need more strategy, but because God is asking you to let go of something first?  In this episode of The Called Entrepreneur™, Christian business strategist Sarah Cirigliano unpacks the biblical principle of pruning for business growth and why God sometimes removes good things so He can multiply great ones. Drawing from John 15 and her own story of surrender, Sarah reveals how pruning is not punishment, but preparation for your next season of fruitfulness. You’ll learn: What spiritual pruning looks like in your business Why even “good” things sometimes need to go 7 common areas founders often need to prune  The difference between fear and stewardship How to trust God with what He removes and prepare for the harvest ahead If you've been stuck, stretched, or sensing that something needs to shift, this message will help you find clarity, courage, and confidence to trust when God is cutting away. 🎧 Listen now to discover how pruning leads to your greatest harvest. Learn More About The Called Entrepreneur Accelerator™ and apply here. Connect with Sarah: Website: https://thecalledentrepreneur.com LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/sarahcirigliano Instagram: https://instagram.com/sarahlcirigliano

    36 min

  2. 09/30/2025

    Why Hustle Alone Won't Scale Your Business to the Next Level (and the 5 Levers That Will)

    Hustle harder. Pray more. Post consistently. Follow the formula. You're doing everything right—so why is your business still stuck? Fewer than 10% of startups ever reach $10K MRR. And of those? Fewer than 1% scale to $100K MRR. The difference between the 1% and the 99% isn't talent, calling, or work ethic—it's understanding which levers to pull and when. In this episode, I'm breaking down the 5 business levers that determine whether your business stalls or scales. These aren't trendy tactics or worldly strategies that conflict with your values. These are the fundamental systems that work whether you're building to your first $10K month or scaling to consistent six and seven figures. You'll discover: Why visibility isn't vanity—and how to build a lead generation machine that attracts your ideal clients (without chasing vanity metrics or viral content) The evolution from 1:1 to 1:many sales models and why you can't scale to six figures without changing how you sell How to price your offers based on transformation, not time The delivery systems and processes that free you from "hero mode" so your business can run without you being the bottleneck Why retention and referrals are your most profitable growth lever (and how to systematize them) This episode is for faith-driven entrepreneurs ready to scale with peace and purpose, build sustainable systems that multiply impact, and create businesses that honor God while providing abundantly for their families. This isn't about working harder. It's about working smarter while trusting God with the outcome. Learn More About The Called Entrepreneur Accelerator™ and apply here. Connect with Sarah: Website: https://thecalledentrepreneur.com LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/sarahcirigliano Instagram: https://instagram.com/sarahlcirigliano

    39 min

  3. 09/24/2025

    7 Blind Spots Keeping Faith-Driven Founders Stuck Under $10K Months (And How to Break Through)

    Are you a faith-driven entrepreneur working harder than ever, but you can't seem to break past consistent $10K months? Despite the faith-based business market exploding to over $1.2 trillion, most Christian founders remain stuck in patterns they can't see. In this episode, Sarah Cirigliano reveals the 7 most common blind spots keeping entrepreneurs trapped beneath the "$10K ceiling"—and more importantly, the actionable steps need to break through. You'll discover: Why "waiting on God" might actually be blocking your breakthrough The Hebrew meaning of "be still" that will revolutionize how you approach prayer and action How scarcity mindsets disguised as "humility" are preventing the abundance God planned for your business Why your comparison to other entrepreneurs is stealing more than just joy—it's stealing your consistency The difference between worldly wealth and Kingdom stewardship (and why this changes everything about sales and marketing) This isn't about hustle culture or get-rich-quick schemes. This is about stewarding your God-given gifts boldly, creating sustainable Kingdom impact, and breaking through to the abundance you're called to—all while staying rooted in biblical truth. Whether you're stuck at $3K months or $8K months, feeling like you're running on a hamster wheel, or wondering if you're missing something everyone else seems to have figured out—this episode will help you identify which blind spot might be keeping you stuck and give you the biblical framework to break through. Ready to break through your own glass ceiling? Book your free diagnostic call today. Connect with Sarah: Website: https://thecalledentrepreneur.com LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/sarahcirigliano Instagram: https://instagram.com/sarahlcirigliano

    59 min

  4. 09/19/2025

    The Called Entrepreneur Trailer: Called to Business? Start here.

    Welcome to The Called Entrepreneur, a Christian business podcast for faith-driven women who want to build profitable online businesses rooted in biblical values. I’m Sarah Cirigliano—Maxwell-certified coach, pastor’s wife, and fellow entrepreneur with over a decade of online experience. I’m here to help you simplify and scale your dream business while staying aligned with your God-given purpose and values. If you’ve felt stuck in fear, overwhelmed by all the noise online, or unsure how to start and scale a business that truly reflects your faith—you’re not alone. Inside this podcast, you’ll find biblical wisdom and step-by-step strategies to: Discover your God-given calling with clarity Launch and grow your online business with confidence Create a Kingdom business that makes a lasting impact Each week, we’ll have honest conversations that blend faith and business growth so you can pursue your calling without hustle, guilt, or compromise. Grab your Bible, hit subscribe, and join a community of like-minded believers building businesses God’s way. Connect with Sarah: Website: https://thecalledentrepreneur.com LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/sarahcirigliano Instagram: https://instagram.com/sarahlcirigliano

    2 min

  5. 09/16/2025

    How to Audit Your Business in 4 Key Areas to Scale with Peace, Profit, and Purpose

    Most six-figure founders are running fast but not moving forward. They’re stuck in bottlenecks, buried in complexity, and unsure if their daily grind is truly aligned with God’s calling for their business. In this episode, Sarah Cirigliano walks you through a practical business audit, covering 13 must-ask questions across four primary areas: vision, systems, team, and sales. You’ll discover: The #1 vision mistake that keeps founders small (and how to fix it) How to identify bottlenecks that are draining your time and profit A biblical framework for delegation that frees you to scale The #1 mindset shift every Christian needs about sales If you want to finish 2025 strong and soar into 2026 with momentum, peace, and purpose, this episode will show you how to align your business with God’s vision for growth. Ready to uncover the biggest constraint in your business? Book your free diagnostic call today. Connect with Sarah: Website: https://thecalledentrepreneur.com LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/sarahcirigliano Instagram: https://instagram.com/sarahlcirigliano

    29 min

  6. 09/09/2025

    How to Discern God's Will in Your Business (with Pastor Jake Cirigliano)

    How do you know if a decision is aligned with God’s will for your business? In this special episode, Sarah is joined by her husband, Pastor Jake Cirigliano, to share a 6-step framework for discerning God’s direction in life, leadership, and entrepreneurship. You’ll discover how to: Align your desires with God’s will (not worldly manifestation) Use Scripture as a compass without falling into “scripture twisting” traps Distinguish the Holy Spirit’s nudge from personal ambition Build with confidence and release outcomes into God’s hands This practical framework will help you stop striving and start stewarding your business with peace. Download Your Prayer & Discernment Guide Listen to Pastor Jake's Sermon, "How to Seek God's Will" Connect with Sarah: Website: https://thecalledentrepreneur.com LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/sarahcirigliano Instagram: https://instagram.com/sarahlcirigliano

    1h 2m

  7. 09/06/2025

    4 Lies Christian Founders Believe About Success (and the Truths That Bring Peace)

    You prayed for a thriving business. You built it. But instead of peace, success feels heavy—and the grind is drowning out your calling. In this episode, Sarah Cirigliano—business strategist, Maxwell Leadership Certified Coach, and pastor’s wife—unpacks the 4 lies Christian founders often believe about success. These lies create burnout, overwhelm, and disconnection from God’s purpose. More importantly, she shares the biblical truths that restore peace and anchor your growth in stewardship, not hustle. Sarah also opens up about a moment in her own life when she believed the lie that her worth was tied to her success—and the surprising way God redirected her toward freedom. Inside, you’ll learn: Why your worth isn’t tied to revenue (and the truth that sets you free) How delegation is an act of wisdom, not weakness Simple ways to build rest into your business model—without losing momentum The key to scaling your impact without sacrificing integrity This isn’t just a mindset shift—it’s a new operating system for both your business and your soul. Download The Stewardship Pledge—your free framework to anchor strategy in God’s calling. Connect with Sarah: Website: https://thecalledentrepreneur.com LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/sarahcirigliano Instagram: https://instagram.com/sarahlcirigliano

    19 min

  8. 04/10/2025

    Christian Online Business Ideas: How to Choose God's Best for You

    Do you feel torn between multiple business ideas as you start your online business—or unsure if any of them are really ‘the one’ God is wanting you to pursue? In this episode of The Called Entrepreneur, Sarah Cirigliano helps you cut through the noise and find clarity by aligning your business vision and mission with where the Lord is leading you.   You’ll discover how to invite God into the decision-making process, be able to implement godly wisdom in the business vision, and determine which idea best aligns with the gifts, passions, and calling He has placed on your life. Instead of chasing every idea down, you will walk away with a framework to discern which business God is calling you to create and build without second-guessing yourself.   In this episode, you’ll learn: The major signposts which indicate an idea aligns with God's calling for your life A simple biblical framework you can use to weigh your business options How to stop over-analyzing information and just take action in faith!   If you're ready to trade confusion for confidence and take the next step toward the business God designed you to build, this episode will meet you there.   This episode builds on Episodes 1 and 2, and is the completion of the 3rd and final step of the free Called & Confident clarity guide. Grab your copy here: https://thecalledentrepreneur/called

    24 min

  9. 04/09/2025

    Fear Isn’t a Stop Sign: How to Overcome Fear and Step Boldly Into Your God-Given Business

    Called to start a business but stuck in fear, perfectionism, or the pressure to get it right the first time? You’re not alone. In this episode of The Called Entrepreneur, Sarah Cirigliano shares three biblical principles to help Christian entrepreneurs overcome fear in business and take faithful, practical action. You’ll hear how Bible heroes wrestled with fear—and moved forward anyway (Nehemiah, Moses, Esther, and Peter)—plus a behind-the-scenes look at Sarah’s own leap from a “dream job” in 2022 and the fears that nearly kept her from launching again. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why feeling fear doesn’t disqualify you—it often confirms your calling. How to reframe “failure” as part of the growth process, not a reason to quit. A faith-first way to start your business with confidence, knowing God is with you every step. Ready for a simple next step? Grab the free guide: Called & Confident: 3 Foundational Steps to Uncover Your Calling and Start Your Business in Peace—the perfect companion to move from fear to faithful action. Connect with Sarah: LinkedIn: @sarahcirigliano Instagram: @sarahlcirigliano

    22 min

  10. 04/07/2025

    Feeling Stuck? How to Find Clarity in Your Calling and Build a Business That Honors God

    Ever feel like you’re spinning your wheels trying to figure out what God is actually calling you to do in business? You’re not alone. In this very first episode of The Called Entrepreneur Podcast, I’m sharing how to cut through the noise and get clear on your God-given calling. We’ll unpack the difference between purpose and calling, explore a biblical model through the story of Nehemiah, and walk through 3 steps to help you identify your specific assignment in business. Here’s what you’ll walk away with: A simple way to recognize where God is already leading you How to connect your gifts and passions to your business vision Practical first steps that keep you aligned with both faith and strategy If you’ve been praying for direction or wondering if you’re really cut out for entrepreneurship, this episode will encourage you and give you a clear next step—so you can step into the business you were created for, with clarity and confidence. 👉 Don’t forget to grab your free guide, Called & Confident: 3 Foundational Steps to Uncover Your Calling and Start Your Business With Peace. Connect with Sarah: LinkedIn: @sarahcirigliano Instagram: @sarahlcirigliano

    16 min

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Don’t let the business God called you to build become your burden. Welcome to The Called Entrepreneur, the podcast for Christian founders who want to scale with peace, profit, and purpose—without sacrificing faith, family, or sanity. I’m Sarah Cirigliano, certified business implementation coach and pastor’s wife. I combine proven business systems with timeless biblical wisdom to help high-achieving entrepreneurs stop being the bottleneck in their own business and build a thriving, scalable company. Each week, you’ll get the strategy to: Fire yourself as the bottleneck by installing simple systems that create margin and freedom. Trade the world’s hustle for God’s grace so you can lead with clarity, confidence, and calm. Scale with integrity using a sales process that feels like service, not sleaze. If you’re a 6-figure Christian founder ready to finally run your business without it running you, this is your place.  Restore Your Peace. Scale Your Impact. Let’s get to work.  ------- 🤝 Let's Connect: 🌐 Website: https://thecalledentrepreneur.com 💼 LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/sarah-cirigliano 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahlcirigliano 📧 Email: hello@thecalledentrepreneur.com

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