Do It Scared® with Ruth Soukup
In this weekly podcast, Ruth Soukup helps listeners face their fears and overcome adversity to create a more fulfilling life. She shares practical strategies for boosting productivity, motivation, entrepreneurship, creativity, and happiness, with an emphasis on taking real action. The show addresses common fears that hold people back and offers easy-to-implement advice for moving forward. It also includes bi-weekly interviews with authors, influencers, and guests who have embraced risk in their own lives.
Episodes
Maybe You're Not Quite As Far Off Track As You Think You Are
Life will punch you in the mouth. That’s not pessimism—that’s reality. In this episode, Ruth unpacks what actually derails us. It’s not the hard thing itself. It’s the story we attach to it. When plans fall apart, when the diagnosis comes, when the ankle breaks, when life refuses to cooperate, we quietly decide it means something about who we are.And that’s where the spiral starts.This episode is
The Question That Sent Me Spiraling (And How I Stopped the Doom Loop)
What happens when you start asking yourself the really big questions?Questions like:Who am I, really?What am I actually doing here?Did I mess this up?Over the past few weeks, Ruth has been doing deep brand clarity work—trying to untangle 16 years of businesses, books, programs, pivots, and reinventions into one cohesive through-line.Instead of clarity, it triggered a spiral.A full-blown doom loop
The Inner Work Nobody Wants to Do—But Everyone Needs with Brandice Lardner
What if your biggest struggle could become your greatest source of impact?In this powerful conversation, Ruth sits down with Brandice Lardner, founder of Grace Filled Plate, to talk about her journey from decades of disordered eating to a thriving faith-based coaching business—and now, a brand new book.Brandice opens up about the modeling moment that shattered her body image, the years she spent s
The Habits That Will Actually Shape Your Year (Without the Crash & Burn)
January motivation is loud—but it’s also fleeting. In this episode, Ruth breaks down why most people burn out by February and what actually creates lasting change instead. This isn’t about more discipline or willpower. It’s about building the right habits—habits that support your life instead of draining it.Ruth shares the foundational habits she’s used to lose 49 pounds, build multiple successful
What I’ve Learned This Past Year, and How That Has Shaped My Plans For 2026
In this final episode of 2025, Ruth reflects on the highs and lows of her Year of Restoration—what worked, what didn’t, and the unexpected lessons that shifted everything. She shares the personal breakthroughs, the hard business truths, and the big vision that’s shaping her theme for 2026: LIGHT.If you’re feeling the urge to reset, simplify, and step into the new year with intention and clarity, t
What You’ll Have to Change to Create the Life You Want
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
How to Get Clear On What You Actually Want
We plan vacations with more thought and intention than we plan our lives—and then wonder why we feel stuck, burnt out, or unfulfilled. In this powerful episode, Ruth Soukup challenges you to finally ask the question most of us avoid: What do I actually want?If you've been drifting, chasing "shoulds," or setting goals that never seem to stick, this episode will help you understand wh
The Big Mistakes I'm Most Grateful For
This isn’t your typical Thanksgiving gratitude episode. In one of her most honest and heartfelt episodes yet, Ruth Soukup reflects on the moments in her life and business that looked like colossal mistakes—but turned out to be the greatest teachers. From hitting rock bottom in her twenties, to quitting law school, to walking away from her successful blog brand, Ruth shares how failure, loss, and r
Who Are You, Really? The Identity Work That Changes Everything
When’s the last time you truly felt like yourself—not the version of you performing for your family, clients, or social media, but the real you underneath all the roles you play? In this soul-searching episode, Ruth peels back the layers on the identity masks so many of us wear, and dives deep into the fears and conditioning that have kept us pretending instead of living.She unpacks why we feel so
Are You Stuck in Maintenance Mode? How to Reignite Your Purpose (and Your Life) Before the New Year
Feeling stuck, uninspired, or just going through the motions? You’re not alone. In this powerful episode, Ruth pulls back the curtain on a sneaky but dangerous place so many of us find ourselves in: maintenance mode—where life looks “fine” on the outside, but feels flat and joyless on the inside.If you’ve lost sight of your dreams, can’t remember the last time you felt excited, or feel like you&ap
Why 91% Of Business Owners Feel Lost Right Now (And What To Do About It)
Join the Daily Sales IncubatorIf 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.
The 5 Hard Lessons I Wish I'd Learned Sooner (About Building a Life & Business You Actually Love)
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
The Crazy Ways We Self-Sabotage (And How to Fix It in 10 Minutes)
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, av
Why I'm Changing Almost Everything In My Business
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 re
Make Your Last 90 Days Count: The Real Secret to Finishing the Year Strong
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 resoluti
Success, Mindset & Business Clarity with Amy Porterfield
How I Got to Here Part 2
How I Got to Here Part 1
Better Late Than Never—Welcome to Season 2
What's next for the Do It Scared podcast - 125
Hormones Metabolism and Mindset with Dr. Edie Wadsworth - 124
Learning How to Trust Yourself - 123
How I Lost 40 Pounds and Actually Kept It Off - 122
Laying the Foundation for a Brand New Business - 121
Oh Hello, It's Been Awhile - 120
It's Not Goodbye, It's See You Later - 119
DIS Podcast Ep118 - Mark Timm
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!
DIS Podcast Ep117 - Charles Duhigg
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.
Fostering Positivity, Leading with Love, and Learning from Mistakes with Jon Gordon - 116
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.
Writing Books and Failing Forward with Chandler Bolt - 115
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.
Get Ruthed: Knowing Your Numbers and Increasing Your Conversions with Tamara Harris - 114
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.
Living in the Freedom to Be Who You Are With Jen Hatmaker - 113
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.
Get Ruthed Update: How Going For Progress (Not Perfection) Paid Off with Cassidy Tuttle - 112
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!
Quick Win: Make New Habits Stick
Finding Your Sweet Spot & Knowing When to Pivot With Sagan Morrow - 111
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!
Quick Win: Steps for Tackling a Big Project
Get Ruthed: Focusing Your Energy Where It Counts With Kate Campion - 110
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.
Quick Win: What to Do if You Don't Have Goals
Why It’s Good to Be the Underdog (Even Now!) with Dean Graziosi - 109
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.
Quick Win: The Secret to Achieving any Goal
Get Ruthed: Providing More by Offering Less With Melissa Barnett - 108
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!
Quick Win: How To Prioritize
Keeping Your Business Profitable in a Global Crisis With Susie Carder - 107
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.
Get Ruthed: Ignoring Bright Shiny Objects and Staying Focused With Allyson Dennen - 106
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.
Quick Win: Sanity Savers
Living Life on Your Own Terms in Uncertain Times With Susie Moore - 105
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.
Quick Win: Is it Okay to Sell Things Right Now
Get Ruthed Update: Did Julianna Poplin Increase Traffic & Launch a Product? - 104
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.
Quick Win: Create A Routine
Turning Your Fear Into an Asset With Akshay Nanavati - 103
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.
Quick Win: Shifting Your Business Strategy
Six Month Check-in After Getting Ruthed With Brooke Van Sickle - 102
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!
Quick Win: Don't Just Survive--THRIVE!
Daring to Shine Even in Life’s Darkest Moments with Ashley LeMieux - 101
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.
Get Ruthed: Getting Out of Your Own Head With Yvonne Jimerson - 100
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!
Throwing the Rules out the Window with Edie Wadsworth - 099
Rules are for suckers! Edie Wadsworth and Ruth throw the rules of podcast interviews out the window to have a candid chat about anything and everything. Listen in to their conversation about business, marketing, goals, and more!
Quick Win: How do I find a business coach?
Get Ruthed: Creating a Road Map for Success with Travel Blogger Kristi Valentini - 098
Do you want to turn your side hustle into your full-time job, but fear you’ll fall flat on your face? You’re not alone! Kristi Valentini gets Ruthed and learns all about changing course, pushing past procrastination, & the value of failing fast.
Quick Win: Is it too late to start a blog?
The Highs and Lows of Growing a 7-Figure Business with Gina Horkey - 097
Gina Horkey broke free of the chains of a traditional career even though it all looked perfect on paper. Now, she’s on track to hit 7 figures of revenue! Hear about her wins and lessons along the way, and her advice for new entrepreneurs.
Quick Win: The TED Talk
Get Ruthed: Shifting Your Focus to Make Real Money with Shelly Olson - 096
Shelly Olson has a successful site with plenty of pageviews, but her income doesn’t match. So what’s going wrong? The short answer: paying more attention to pageviews than products! Tune in to learn how she (and you) can break free of this cycle.
Quick Win: Double Your Energy
Rejecting the Status Quo to Forge the Life of Your Dreams with Ash Ambirge - 095
From living in a trailer park in Pennsylvania to sleeping in her car in a Kmart parking lot, Ash Ambirge has been through it all & emerged stronger! Today, this powerful & fierce woman wants to help YOU reject the status quo and create a life you’ll love.
Quick Win: Stop Self Sabotaging
Get Ruthed: Discover How to Turn Pageviews Into Profit with Laura Burton - 094
Laura Burton has an unusual problem: she has lots of traffic & products, but she’s not making much money! She gives so much away for free that most of her income is from ad revenue. Listen as she Gets Ruthed and learns to turn pageviews into real profit!
Quick Win: How to Make a Big Goal More Actionable
Seeing Good in the Darkest Moments with John O’Leary - 093
At just 9 years old, John O’Leary experienced a profound tragedy. But being burned over 100% of his body and losing all his fingers wasn’t the end, it was a powerful beginning! Tune in to learn about finding good in our darkest moments.
Quick Win: How to Stick to a New Routine
Get Ruthed: Finding Your Focus When There’s Too Much to Do with Kathryn Bird - 092
Running an online business is hard! It feels like there’s so much to do you can barely keep up, never mind get ahead. Kat Bird of Wandering Bird has been stuck in the cycle of chasing pageviews, but she gets Ruthed and learns how to find her focus!
Quick Win: My Biggest Mistake of 2019
Fighting Back and Overcoming Overwhelming Challenges with Ariana Berlin - 091
Have you ever run into a challenge that felt too massive to overcome? Ariana Berlin understands: her Olympic gymnast dreams were shattered in a devastating car accident when she was just 14. Tune in to learn how she took control of her own destiny!
Quick Win: How to Set Good Goals
Get Ruthed: Turning Your Story Into Your Business with Nicky Bicksler - 090
Your story of transformation might be just what your audience needs to inspire them, too! That’s the case for Nicky Bicksler, who completely changed her life. Now it’s time for her to Get Ruthed and learn to turn her story into a profitable business.
Use Your Fear to Your Advantage While Staying True to Yourself with Heather Adams - 089
Standing out and putting your authentic self out there can be really scary, but it’s a critical part of building a successful and sustainable business. Today’s guest, Heather Adams, offers deep wisdom into how to leverage your fear to your advantage.
Get Ruthed: Outsmarting Your Inner Procrastinator & Knowing Your Audience with Heather Thibodeau - 088
Have you ever wondered whether you blog topic is important enough? Heather Thibodeau struggles with feeling like she’s not changing the world, but this Get Ruthed episode is here to help her (and you!) find a true voice and resonate with an audience.
Creating Great Group Cultures with Daniel Coyle - 087
Highly successful teams all over the world have a few very specific things in common—and knowing what they are will help you build amazing groups! Daniel Coyle has discovered the keys to making teams thrive, and he’s here to share them today.
Get Ruthed: Learning From Failure and Producing Online Revenue with Stacey Freeman - 086
The Value of Being Uniquely Yourself with Chris Ducker - 085
Your greatest strength is that you’re uniquely yourself. Entrepreneur Chris Ducker digs into how to turn this strength into a successful business, and explains why you shouldn’t do everything (even if you can!).
Get Ruthed: Creating Motivation Amid Fear & Paralysis with Carissa Shaw - 084
Has a big step that was supposed to be empowering ever left you feeling stuck and overwhelmed instead? Join Carissa Shaw of Mom Needs Chocolate as she gets Ruthed and learns powerful techniques for creating motivation while feeling fear!
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