{"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":"#32: \"Small Shifts, Big Payoffs\" Series - Part 3: Structure Creates Freedom","slug":"32-small-shifts-big-payoffs-series-part-3-structure-creates-freedom","published_at":"2025-06-17T22:58:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/spark-good-podcast-6446770/32-small-shifts-big-payoffs-series-part-3-structure-creates-freedom","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/spark-good-podcast-6446770","url":"https://ef35d815-15d7-4a96-b33c-47127e236091.libsyn.com/32-small-shifts-big-payoffs-series-part-3-structure-creates-freedom","audio_url":"https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/ef35d815-15d7-4a96-b33c-47127e236091/32_-_Structure_Creates_Freedom_-_Audio_only.mp3?dest-id=4051014","summary":"What if the structure you're resisting is the very thing that could set you free? In this episode, Stephanie Malon-Rufi explores how planning like a CEO—with clear focus and intentional structure—can reduce overwhelm, eliminate distractions, and help you build sustainable momentum in your business. Whether you feel like to-do lists are running the show or you're great at planning but struggle to follow through, this conversation will reframe how you approach your time and energy. Stephanie shares: Why traditional to-do lists often fail entrepreneurs How a 90-day planning rhythm helps you stay focused and avoid shiny object syndrome The difference between structure that constrains and structure that creates space The river analogy that might just shift how you see boundaries and flow The mindset and habits of a Sustainable CEO—and how to become one This episode also includes an invitation to a free live workshop, The Sustainable CEO Blueprint, where Stephanie will walk you through a 3-part framework and help you create more clarity and consistency in your business. Resources & Links Mentioned: 💡 Free Quarterly Business Planning Workbook 🌀 Join Focus + Flow : A quarterly membership for entrepreneurs ready to lead with more intention, clarity, and consistency. 📅 Register for The Sustainable CEO Blueprint Workshop – June 26, 2025 🔗 Resources Mentioned: Essentialism by Greg McKeown Atomic Habits by James Clear The 12-Week Year by Brian Moran","meta_description":"What if the structure you're resisting is the very thing that could set you free? In this episode, Stephanie Malon-Rufi explores how planning like a CEO—w…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1286,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/spark-good-podcast-6446770/episodes/32-small-shifts-big-payoffs-series-part-3-structure-creates-freedom/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-6446770/32-small-shifts-big-payoffs-series-part-3-structure-creates-freedom.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}