Do It Scared® with Ruth Soukup

Clarity is powerful—but it’s not enough. Knowing what you want is only the beginning. The real transformation happens when you change the way you live to match the future you're creating. In this bold and truth-telling episode, Ruth Soukup walks you through the exact mindset shifts and planning strategies that will help you move from reactive living to intentional action. If you’ve ever found yourself stuck in the same place year after year, this episode will show you why—and exactly w...

Transcribed - Published: 8 December 2025

Join me LIVE for a powerful 5-Day Virtual Event designed to help you step into the best version of you. The life you want is actually so much closer than you realize. In just 5 days, you'll map out a vision so clear you can feel it, then walk away with the plan in hand to actually make it happen. You’ve spent years showing up for everyone else—at work, at home, and in every corner of your life. But somewhere in the middle of all that doing, you forgot who you are, or what you want. You forg...

Transcribed - Published: 1 December 2025

Join me LIVE for a powerful 5-Day Virtual Event designed to help you step into the best version of you. The life you want is actually so much closer than you realize. In just 5 days, you'll map out a vision so clear you can feel it, then walk away with the plan in hand to actually make it happen. You’ve spent years showing up for everyone else—at work, at home, and in every corner of your life. But somewhere in the middle of all that doing, you forgot who you are, or what you want. You forg...

Transcribed - Published: 24 November 2025

Join me LIVE for a powerful 5-Day Virtual Event designed to help you step into the best version of you. The life you want is actually so much closer than you realize. In just 5 days, you'll map out a vision so clear you can feel it, then walk away with the plan in hand to actually make it happen. You’ve spent years showing up for everyone else—at work, at home, and in every corner of your life. But somewhere in the middle of all that doing, you forgot who you are, or what you want. You forg...

Transcribed - Published: 17 November 2025

Join me LIVE for a powerful 5-Day Virtual Event designed to help you step into the best version of you. The life you want is actually so much closer than you realize. In just 5 days, you'll map out a vision so clear you can feel it, then walk away with the plan in hand to actually make it happen. You’ve spent years showing up for everyone else—at work, at home, and in every corner of your life. But somewhere in the middle of all that doing, you forgot who you are, or what you want. You forg...

Transcribed - Published: 10 November 2025

Join the Daily Sales Incubator If it feels like nothing in your business is working anymore, you’re not alone—and you’re not crazy. In this episode, I’m breaking down the eye-opening results from a recent survey of hundreds of online business owners—results that revealed one staggering truth: 91% of respondents feel lost, stuck, or uncertain about what’s actually working in their business right now. We’ll unpack the real reasons behind this widespread burnout and confusion (hint: it’s not you...

Transcribed - Published: 3 November 2025

Some lessons you can only learn the hard way—and believe me, I’ve learned my share. In this raw and reflective episode, I’m sharing five of the most important truths I’ve learned the long way—about business, about life, and about becoming the kind of woman who creates both with intention. If you’ve ever felt stuck, like you’re spinning your wheels, or unsure how to move forward, these are the truths I wish someone had told me 10 (or 20!) years ago. They’re the lessons that changed everything—...

Transcribed - Published: 27 October 2025

Let’s talk about the invisible force that’s keeping you stuck—even when you know exactly what you want. In this episode, I’m sharing two real-life stories of resistance from just this past week: one about booking a simple flight to see my mom, and another about restarting this podcast. In both cases, the task should have been easy. But resistance showed up in sneaky, subtle ways—procrastination, avoidance, guilt, shame—and almost kept me from taking action. The truth? Resistance isn’t proof y...

Transcribed - Published: 20 October 2025

I put together a quick survey (it'll take about 3 minutes, I promise) to get a better sense of what's working and what's not working right now in the online business and digital marketing space. And then I'm going to compile the results and share them back with everyone who participates—because I think we all need to know we're not in this alone, and I think there's real value in understanding what's happening across the industry. Take the survey here. And one more thing… I wanted to create a...

Transcribed - Published: 13 October 2025

​For the first time ever, I'm inviting you to join me behind the scenes as I plan and execute my most powerful Quarterly Sprint of the year — and design your own right alongside me. Join me for The Finish Strong Project HERE. ---------- It’s easy to think about goals at the beginning of the year. It’s that fresh start season, “new year, new you” and all that jazz. Everyone’s talking about resolutions, so you do too. And then promptly forget about them, come February or March. By the time summ...

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Is your family getting your last and your least instead of your first and your best? Successful entrepreneur Mark Timm realized that was the case for him, so he shifted his mindset. Now, he’s the CEO of his most important business: his family!

Transcribed - Published: 19 October 2020

Can you believe that 40% to 45% of your daily life is ruled by habit instead of choice? Imagine if you could harness that power to work for you! Today’s guest, Charles Duhigg, will help you learn to form good habits and change bad ones.

Transcribed - Published: 5 October 2020

Does the world feel like a scary place right now? You’re not alone! But even in times like these, we can work within ourselves to foster positivity and spread love. Jon Gordon is here to help you speak truth to yourself and find a brighter reality.

Transcribed - Published: 29 June 2020

If you’ve wondered whether you should write a book, the answer is yes! (With one big exception.) Chandler Bolt of Self-Publishing School chats about good and bad reasons to write, how to fail forward, and doing things right.

Transcribed - Published: 22 June 2020

Do you struggle with your conversion rate? So does Tamara Harris of Design Your Way Home! Tune in as she Gets Ruthed. She (and you) will learn why knowing your numbers is so important, and how to create great opt-ins and lead capture pages.

Transcribed - Published: 15 June 2020

Are you ready to let go of wearing masks and become your true self? Jen Hatmaker is passionate about helping women find the courage to just be themselves, and this inspirational episode will empower you to do exactly that.

Transcribed - Published: 8 June 2020

Six months ago, Cassidy Tuttle came on the show to Get Ruthed! Now she’s back and ready to talk about the amazing changes she’s seen in her business. Tune in to learn about the value of going for progress, not perfection!

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Do you struggle to focus on one goal because you have too many passions & projects? Sagan Morrow, a multi-passionate creative, created a successful business as a productivity expert & romance novelist. Listen to learn about pivoting & time management!

Transcribed - Published: 25 May 2020

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Kate Campion has amazing traffic to her site, but she’s not even earning minimum wage! Tune in as she Gets Ruthed and learns how to figuratively start farming her land instead of just selling space on billboards.

Transcribed - Published: 18 May 2020

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Amid the chaos of today’s world, is there space to find success and create a new business? Yes! Dean Graziosi, who knows a thing or two about building through chaos and uncertainty, is full of powerful advice about how to seize the moment.

Transcribed - Published: 11 May 2020

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Melissa Barnett has a great success story of turning her suburban yard into the mini-farm of her dreams. But her blog helping others do the same hasn’t flourished. Tune in as she Gets Ruthed & learns to prune her site so it can blossom into a business!

Transcribed - Published: 4 May 2020

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A crisis doesn’t need to be a setback; it can be an opportunity. The amazing Susie Carder, a profit coach who has lived through it all, shares her powerful insights. Learn about how she started from nothing and rebuilt when she lost everything.

Transcribed - Published: 27 April 2020

Allyson Dennen is dedicated to making her blog a success, but she just isn’t seeing progress or gaining traction. Tune in as she Gets Ruthed and learns to niche down, hone in, and get over bright shiny object syndrome.

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Imagine a life in which you didn’t need anyone’s approval but your own, because you trusted yourself so deeply. Now, live that reality! Susie Moore talks about cultivating true self-confidence and living life on your own terms, even in uncertain times.

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Julianna Poplin is back! Six months after she Got Ruthed, she has dramatically more traffic, a bigger email list, and even a new product. This follow-up conversation covers what she’s already done, and is packed with great advice for where to go next.

Transcribed - Published: 6 April 2020

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Following your passion isn’t meant to be easy! Akshay Nanavati knows this all too well, but instead of fighting against the idea of a hard path, he embraces it. And he’s here to help you do the same by finding, living, & loving your worthy struggle.

Transcribed - Published: 30 March 2020

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Six months ago, Brooke Van Sickle Got Ruthed! Now she’s back to talk about how the experience has impacted her perspectives and her business. Is she a published author? Has she launched her course? Tune in to find out!

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As a mom, not much could be worse than having your kids ripped away from you. Ashley LeMieux, founder of The Shine Project, had to endure exactly that, and still finds a way to let her light shine and do good in the world.

Transcribed - Published: 16 March 2020

Imagine standing in a gold mine, just one swing away from striking it rich… then setting your pick down to go do the dishes instead. This Get Ruthed chat with Yvonne Jimerson of Redefining Posh is all about prioritizing & getting out of your own way!

Transcribed - Published: 9 March 2020