Turning Pain into Purpose, with Loren Ridinger
Feb 12, 2025•37 min•Season 8Ep. 1
Episode description
In this episode, I sit down with Loren Ridinger—a powerhouse entrepreneur, motivational speaker, and co-founder of Market America. Loren and her husband, JR Ridinger, built a global empire, empowering thousands of entrepreneurs to achieve financial independence. But when she lost JR after 36 years of partnership and marriage, she faced an unimaginable challenge: how to turn grief into purpose.
We dive into:
The love story behind her new book, Scrambled or Sunny-Side Up? Living Your Best Life After Losing Your Greatest Love
How she found strength and confidence again after loss
The leadership lessons she learned while building (and continuing) her empire
The power of vulnerability and why showing up—even when you're not sure how—is everything
Why personal branding, reputation, and resilience matter now more than ever
This episode is filled with raw emotion, life-changing insights, and powerful takeaways on love, loss, leadership, and reinvention. Loren's story is a masterclass in resilience—and whether you're navigating personal challenges or looking to redefine your future, this conversation will inspire you to show up for yourself, no matter what.
🎧 Tune in now and let us know your biggest takeaway!
📖 Grab Loren’s book here: Scrambled or Sunny-Side Up?
About Loren Ridinger:
Loren Ridinger is the co-founder of Market America and SHOP.COM, a global entrepreneur, motivational speaker, and advocate for financial independence. Her company has paid out over $6 billion to independent entrepreneurs worldwide. Through her work in business, beauty, and self-development, Loren continues to empower and inspire others to step into their fullest potential.
📌 Follow Loren:
Instagram: @lorenridinger
Website: lorenridinger.com
Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
01:25 - The love story behind Scrambled or Sunny Side Up
06:46 - Navigating grief and rediscovering purpose
12:58 - Leadership, legacy, and resilience
20:35 - The power of showing up even when it’s hard
27:43 - Loren’s biggest lesson on success and reinvention
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