{"podcast":{"title":"Spark Good Podcast","slug":"spark-good-podcast-6446770","podcast_index_feed_id":6446770,"rss_url":"https://feeds.libsyn.com/477105/rss","website_url":"https://www.sparkgood.net/podcast","image_url":"https://static.libsyn.com/p/assets/f/6/8/6/f68648e5c8f0b5f85f2e77a3093c12a1/Spark_Good_Podcast_Cover_Art_1400.png","author":"Stephanie Malon-Rufi","episode_count":52,"summary":"Discover how business can ignite positive change in the world on the Spark Good Podcast. Join us as we delve into strategies, stories, and insights that empower purpose-driven entrepreneurs seeking to 'do business' differently. Host Stephanie Malon-Rufi, MBA, brings 20+ years working within and as a consultant for social businesses from the start-up phase to scaling and experience as a holistic leadership coach. From innovative approaches to profit and purpose alignment to practical tips for creating a positive social impact, Spark Good Podcast offers inspiration and guidance. Plus learn how to nurture your own well-being, change traditional rules that might be holding you back, and thrive in your role as a social business owner. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, aspiring business owner, or simply curious about the intersection of business and social impact, the Spark Good Podcast has something for you. Join our community of changemakers as we inspire, inform, and empower you to make a meaningful difference in the world through your business.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-05T16:18:45.651651+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/spark-good-podcast-6446770"},"episode":{"title":"#29: From Fear to Flow: How Entrepreneurs Build Confidence","slug":"29-from-fear-to-flow-how-entrepreneurs-build-confidence","published_at":"2025-05-03T16:58:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/spark-good-podcast-6446770/29-from-fear-to-flow-how-entrepreneurs-build-confidence","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/spark-good-podcast-6446770","url":"https://ef35d815-15d7-4a96-b33c-47127e236091.libsyn.com/29-from-fear-to-flow-how-entrepreneurs-build-confidence","audio_url":"https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/ef35d815-15d7-4a96-b33c-47127e236091/Ep_29_Audio.mp3?dest-id=4051014","summary":"In this episode of the Spark Good Podcast, host Stephanie Malon-Rufi explores what it really means to \"do it scared\"—to take bold action even when confidence is nowhere in sight. Drawing inspiration from a weekend of meaningful experiences, Stephanie unpacks how these moments reveal powerful truths about entrepreneurship. She dives into the psychology of confidence, including: Why confidence is a skill and not a prerequisite. The Confidence Loop framework: how action, not belief, leads to results and growth. Albert Bandura's Self-Efficacy Theory and four key sources that help you believe in yourself. The vital role of community, encouragement, and commitment when taking risks in business. If you've been waiting to feel more confident before launching, promoting, or making a big move in your business, this episode is a reminder: confidence grows after the leap. Learn more at: www.sparkgood.net You can also connect with Stephanie through: Weekly emails (short, simple with one or two key takeaways) - sign up here Social Media - (moderately 😉) active on ​LinkedIn​ and ​Instagram​ Spark Good website - check out the ​free resource page​ Take the ​Quiz: Is Your Business Impacting Social Change?​ Check out the catalog of episodes from ​Social Change Leaders Podcast​","meta_description":"In this episode of the Spark Good Podcast, host Stephanie Malon-Rufi explores what it really means to \"do it scared\"—to take bold action even when confide…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1818,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/spark-good-podcast-6446770/episodes/29-from-fear-to-flow-how-entrepreneurs-build-confidence/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/spark-good-podcast-6446770/29-from-fear-to-flow-how-entrepreneurs-build-confidence.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}