Episodes

In this episode of the MaYapinion® podcast, Maya Roffler shares some of the hardest lessons she’s learned while building businesses over the past 17 years. From corporate America to entrepreneurship, from events and consulting to coaching, podcasting, and now building a tech company, Maya reflects on the business lessons that have shaped the way she thinks, leads, sells, and makes decisions as an entrepreneur. This episode is a true MaYapinion® conversation. Maya doesn’t just share surface-level...

In this episode of the MaYapinion® podcast, Maya Roffler tackles a topic that doesn't get talked about nearly enough: what nobody tells you about entrepreneurship. While social media often highlights the freedom, flexibility, and financial possibilities that come with running a business, Maya shares the realities that many entrepreneurs experience behind the scenes—but rarely discuss openly. Drawing from her own journey building multiple businesses, launching new ventures, leading teams, and nav...

In this episode of the MaYapinion® podcast, Maya Roffler tackles a topic that might ruffle a few feathers: the business advice she believes is complete BS! From "you need a niche before you start" to "you have to quit your job to be successful," Maya breaks down some of the most common pieces of entrepreneurial advice she hears and explains why, in her opinion, many of them do more harm than good. Drawing from her own journey building multiple businesses, launching new ventures, and working with...

In this episode of the MaYapinion® podcast, Maya Roffler sits down with Laure Marchand, founder of Propelle, to tackle one of the biggest challenges aspiring entrepreneurs face in the early stages of business: turning an idea into something real without getting stuck in overthinking, perfectionism, or analysis paralysis. Laure shares her background in tech, startups, and enterprise systems, where she spent years helping companies take large, complex visions and break them down into actionable st...

In this episode of the MaYapinion® podcast, Maya Roffler sits down to share the full story behind her newest business venture, Find A Co-Host. This is a behind-the-scenes look at how a real business comes to life. From a late-night idea during the pandemic to a fully launched platform, Maya walks through the evolution of Find A Co-Host, the challenges she faced, what didn’t work, and how she ultimately brought her vision to life. Maya opens up about her own podcasting journey, including why havi...

In this episode of the MaYapinion® podcast, Maya Roffler sits down with Kate Juozaitis, founder of Lift As You Climb Coaching, to tackle one of the most complex and emotionally charged challenges entrepreneurs face: transitioning out of what’s familiar and into what truly aligns with their purpose. Kate shares her powerful and unconventional journey, from her background as a firefighter, EMT, and clinician to building a coaching business designed to support high-level leaders, executives, and en...

In episode 149 of the MaYapinion® podcast, Maya Roffler sits down with Laurelyn Ponders, founder of a PR and social media agency, to tackle one of the most common challenges service-based entrepreneurs face in the early stages of business: connecting with the right clients and turning conversations into paying contracts. Laurelyn shares her journey from working in agencies and in-house brand communications to launching her own business, where she now helps brands amplify their voice through PR, ...

In episode 148 of the MaYapinion® podcast, Maya Roffler sits down with Nicole Hoover, founder of Death Doula Nicole, to tackle one of the most overlooked (and often avoided) areas of life and business: how to build a meaningful, service-based business around end-of-life support while navigating visibility in a conversation most people aren’t ready to have. Nicole shares her deeply personal journey from a 20-year career in HR to becoming a death doula after losing both her aunt and her mother wit...

In this episode of the MaYapinion® podcast, Maya Roffler sits down with Jackie Jansky, founder of Finder Binder, to tackle one of the most common challenges product-based founders face in the early stages of business: turning a product that works into consistent, predictable sales. Jackie shares the powerful story behind Finder Binder, a mealtime tool she created after her premature twins struggled with feeding issues, sensory challenges, and food aversions following a long NICU stay. After work...

In this episode of the MaYapinion® podcast, Maya Roffler sits down with Jen Uschold, founder of Jen Uschold LLC, to tackle a challenge so many experienced experts face when they expand, getting your message out clearly enough that the right people actually raise their hand. Jen shares her powerful 35-year journey in physical therapy, how one unresolved client case sparked her curiosity about the link between stress and pain, and how pain science and health coaching completely transformed the way...

In this episode of the MaYapinion® podcast, Maya Roffler sits down with Kelly Yabsley, founder of Messy Baby Co., to talk about the reality of bringing a physical product to market and what happens when you’ve built something that works but people still don’t know about it. Kelly shares the story behind Messy Baby Co., a product born out of motherhood frustration and innovation after experiencing constant baby blowouts with her daughter. What started as cutting up onesies and experimenting with ...

In this episode of the MaYapinion® podcast, Maya Roffler sits down with Caroline Peters, founder of Colorado Social, to tackle one of the most common (and misunderstood) stages of entrepreneurship: scaling while life is happening. Caroline shares her journey from sports broadcasting to building a thriving social media management agency, and opens up about her current business challenge preparing to scale her company while stepping into motherhood for the first time. This episode is a true MaYapi...

In this special bonus holiday episode of the MaYapinion® podcast, Maya Roffler breaks down one of the most common struggles women face in entrepreneurship: sales, and why it doesn’t have to feel awkward, pushy, or “icky.” After closing out the six-part Ditch Your 9–5 Before the End of 2025 series, Maya returns with a high-impact conversation inspired by direct messages, community feedback, and real struggles shared by founders inside the MaYapinion ecosystem. In this episode, Maya reframes sales...

In the final episode of this six-part series, Maya Roffler breaks down the exact steps to leave your corporate job intentionally, strategically, and successfully before the end of 2025. In episode 142 of MaYapinion®, Maya walks you through Step 6: Step Into CEO Mode, the step where preparation turns into ownership, mindset turns into leadership, and you fully step into your role as the founder of what you’re building. You’ve already completed Step 1 (Audit & Align), Step 2 (Validate Your Busines...

In this six-part series, Maya Roffler breaks down the exact steps to leave your corporate job intentionally, strategically, and successfully before the end of 2025. In episode 141 of MaYapinion®, Maya walks you through Step 5: Execute the Exit — the step where preparation becomes action, clarity becomes commitment, and your new chapter officially begins. You’ve already completed Step 1 (Audit & Align), Step 2 (Validate Your Business Idea), Step 3 (Build Your Freedom Fund), and Step 4 (Build the ...

Are you ready to ditch your 9–5 and finally build the freedom-based life you’ve been dreaming about? In this six-part series, Maya Roffler breaks down the exact steps to leave your corporate job intentionally, strategically, and successfully before the end of 2025. In today’s episode, Maya walks you through Step 4: Build the Brand the step where your business idea starts to take on a real identity that people can see, feel, and connect with. You’ve already completed Step 1 (Audit & Align), Step ...

Are you ready to ditch your 9–5 and finally build the freedom-based life you’ve been dreaming about? In this six-part series, Maya Roffler breaks down the exact steps to leave your corporate job intentionally, strategically, and successfully before the end of 2025. In today’s episode, Maya walks you through Step 3: Build Your Freedom Fund — one of the most important (and most overlooked) parts of leaving your 9–5 in a way that feels grounded, safe, and sustainable. You’ve already completed Step ...

Are you ready to ditch your 9–5 and finally build the freedom-based life you’ve been dreaming about? In this six-part series, Maya Roffler breaks down the intentional, strategic, and realistic steps you need to take to leave your corporate job before the end of 2025. In this episode, Maya walks you through Step 2: Validate Your Business Idea. Before you quit your job or invest energy into building something new, you need proof that the business you want to create is viable. Maya shows you how to...

Are you ready to ditch your 9–5 and finally build the freedom-based life you’ve been dreaming about? In this brand-new six-part series, Maya Roffler breaks down the exact steps to leave your corporate job intentionally, strategically, and successfully before the end of 2025. In episode 137 Maya walks you through Step 1: Audit & Align. Before you can build a business or transition into entrepreneurship, you need clarity, both in your finances and in your fulfillment. Maya shows you how to conduct...

Are you ready to dive back into the MaYapinion® podcast? Come navigate the world of female entrepreneurship with Maya Roffler. In this episode, Maya takes a bold look at one of the most toxic, yet often overlooked habits in both corporate and entrepreneurial spaces: gatekeeping. From her early experiences in corporate leadership to her years as an entrepreneur, Maya breaks down what gatekeeping really is, withholding information. and why it’s one of the most ineffective and ego-driven practices ...

Come navigate the world of female entrepreneurship with Maya Roffler. In this episode, Maya explores one of the most essential traits every successful entrepreneur must master, the power of the pivot. Following last week’s conversation about leaving corporate America, Maya takes listeners deeper into what happens after you’ve launched your business. She breaks down why pivoting isn’t a one-time event, but a continual part of innovation, leadership, and growth. Through personal examples from her ...

After years in the corporate world, Maya realized something every woman in business eventually faces, the call to pivot. In this episode of MaYapinion®, she opens up about what inspired her to walk away from her 9–5, how loss changed her perspective, and the five-step plan that helped her confidently build her own entrepreneurial path. Maya shares her personal story of redefining success after losing her brother, the moment she realized her work no longer fulfilled her, and how she began buildin...

After building a thriving brand and multiple businesses, Maya knows one truth about entrepreneurship. Failure is inevitable. In this episode of MaYapinion®, she dives into what it really means to fail, how to fail forward, and why failure is actually the foundation of success. Maya reflects on her early career in corporate America and how fear of failure once held her back. She shares how shifting into startup and entrepreneurial environments taught her to take risks, experiment boldly, and embr...

After a two-year pause, Maya returns to the mic with a powerful story of resilience, authenticity, and renewal. In this episode, she opens up about why she stepped back from MaYapinion®, the personal challenges she faced, and how those experiences reshaped her entrepreneurial journey. Maya reflects on the origins of the podcast in 2017, born out of loss and darkness, and how even in the hardest seasons, light and new beginnings emerge. She shares what she’s been building behind the scenes, from ...