In this episode of Waking Up With Melissa Ruiz, I cover the importance of releasing shame when it comes to charging for your offerings. I share three questions to ask yourself, which will help shed light on why spiritual BIPOC entrepreneurs should never hesitate to charge whatever we want to charge for access to our innate wisdom. What to watch for: -[01:09] Getting used to charging high prices for your offerings -[12:55] Where am I now? -[13:29] Where do I want to be and how will I get there? -...
Nov 30, 2022•25 min•Season 3Ep. 68
In this episode of Waking Up With Melissa Ruiz, I discuss how to qualify your soulmate client energetically, and how this differs from qualifying them financially. While both are important, the vast majority of people put most (if not all) of their focus on a potential client’s monetary return on investment. This can result in working with a lot of folks that you just don’t jive with, where personalities clash. With clients like these, you ultimately end up wasting time and money anyway! What to...
Nov 19, 2022•25 min•Season 3Ep. 67
In this episode of Waking Up With Melissa Ruiz, I encourage all entrepreneurs to take advantage of the final quarter of 2022: October, November, and December! This is probably the most important quarter of the fiscal year, because it is the best time to set goals and put a strategy in place to kickstart the following year with a bang. Unfortunately, this just so happens to be the time when everyone begins to slow down and take off their business hats for longer periods. (It’s the holiday season,...
Nov 12, 2022•28 min•Season 3Ep. 66
In this episode of Waking Up With Melissa Ruiz, I dive into activating and igniting your cosmic baddie energy within your business, transforming it in a radical way. I touch on product suite, crafting your offers, and why I believe that scaling your business always relies on focusing on one thing at a time. What to watch for: -[00:49] Tapping into your Quantum You -[02:32] Why we can’t skip negative emotions on our journey of expansion -[08:05] Setting your signature offer apart from the competi...
Nov 05, 2022•35 min•Season 3Ep. 65
In this episode of Waking Up With Melissa Ruiz, I welcome a very special guest, Katherine Fotiades. She is the owner of Skydog Farm, an artist, educator, community weaver, and, as it turns out, my first Harvest Host on my van life adventure! From the wonders of plant medicine, to an intimate reflection on The Rainbow Gathering, all the way to the life-changing impact of the Ram Dass Fellowship, listen in as Katherine takes us down her inspiring decades-long journey as a community weaver! What to...
Oct 28, 2022•55 min•Season 3Ep. 64
In this episode of Waking Up With Melissa, I dive into the power of unlocking your cosmic baddie energy—that hidden genius within all of us which serves as the bridge between the human and the divine—and radically shift your business in the process! I highlight my best strategies when it comes to putting together your product suite and why the easiest way to grow your business always comes down to discovering your unique voice and scaling one offer at a time. What to watch for: -[02:48] Why we n...
Oct 22, 2022•28 min•Season 3Ep. 63
In this episode of Waking Up With Melissa Ruiz, I welcome Christine Olivia Hernandez, an author, cacao ceremonialist, and guide who overcame early adversity to create a life of embodied service as a fully liberated woman. She is an influential leader and is widely recognized for empowering others, from minority communities and indigenous women's collectives to A-list celebrities. Her book A Child of Magic as well as the adapted screenplay Lana Livia and The Ancestral Magic are both based on her ...
Oct 15, 2022•39 min•Season 3Ep. 62
Welcome to a new SOLO episode, where I talk about how to balance soul strategy vs intuition. How to balance out these two aspects in our business so that it leads to more expansion. What to watch for: -how I create content in real time and still balance the business needs -how to prioritize what needs your attention at the top of the day -how to let go of the part that tries to bully you into doing what everyone else is doing Words to live by: "your flex is not in making the “right decision” but...
Oct 11, 2022•58 min•Season 3Ep. 61
Welcome to a new SOLO episode What to watch for: -How to pivot in your business -identifying what’s the one thing you want to be known for 5 years from now -getting underneath the fear that’s holding us back while stepping into courage -auditing your offers and letting go of the ones that are not aligned anymore -do your research but remember no one has your soul/ business blueprint Words to live by: "our soul business isn’t about what we achieve but about the footprint we leave behind" "when we...
Sep 20, 2022•31 min•Season 3Ep. 60
Welcome to a new SOLO episode and to the first episode of this new season 3 of Waking Up with Melissa, where I talk about the 3 things I would focus on if I had to restart my business from the beginning. I also talked about how to anchor into rebirthing and pivoting for anyone else out there who is feeling like something needs to change. What to watch for: -give yourself permission to change as many times as you need -create space for you to activate the muse within you -creating masterpiece tak...
Sep 10, 2022•25 min•Season 3Ep. 59
Welcome to a new SOLO episode and the last episode of this season 2, in which I’ll break down the three things I did as I scaled my business from multiple 6-figures to 7-figures. I’m dedicating this episode to the student who asked how did I do this, which pushed me to share this with my audience. What to watch for: -Stop making the destination difficult. -Looking at where our business is at and restructuring it. -Alchemizing the limiting beliefs that I wasn’t ready Words to live by: “The first ...
Sep 03, 2022•22 min•Season 2Ep. 58
Welcome to a new collab episode, in which I’m joined by Jemarc Axinto, a Filipino gender-fluid radical spiritual guide, meditation teacher, and transformational speaker. We’ll be talking all about rewiring your brain, healing trauma & living authentically. What to watch for: -Releasing false narratives, trauma stories, and labels. -Taking back our power with radical authenticity. -Working with resistance, fear and the energy of non-attachment. Words to live by: “You are a gift and the world ...
Aug 26, 2022•52 min•Season 2Ep. 57
Welcome to another solo episode in which we’ll talk about what comes up when we want to raise our prices. The frequency and clarity we must hold for ourselves when embodying more abundance and how to consistently scale your brand What to watch for: -Why undercharging is causing burnout in your soul biz -Why spiritual entrepreneurs should charge what they feel is honoring -Understand your mastery and embodiment of the work you teach Words to live by: “your spiritual income has nothing to do with ...
Aug 20, 2022•28 min•Season 2Ep. 56
Welcome to another solo episode in which we’ll talk about the importance of redefining the work we are doing within our businesses and how being authentic three year ago helped me sky-rocket my biz. What to watch for: -Knowing your product suite and the core drivers for each product. -Identifying if we are experiencing mental or physical exhaustion. -Figuring out what the best strategy is for running our soul biz. Words to live by: “We all think that everything we're doing is too much. But what ...
Aug 16, 2022•49 min•Season 2Ep. 55
Welcome back on another solo episode. If you've been curious on how to activate the quantum version of who you are, you're in for a ride because we are going to break this topic down in today’s episode. What to watch for: -Connecting to infinite possibilities. -Being in the receptive mode and allowing the flow of the Universe to come in. -Spending time in stillness and trusting our intuition. Words to live by: “The quantum you is the part of us that is connected to the entire universe, it's the ...
Jul 29, 2022•29 min•Season 2Ep. 54
Welcome to a new collab episode, in which I’m joined by Luna Veronica, a witchy astrologer who helps humans unveil astrological messages for you to embrace your life's destiny. In this episode we will be talking about your natal chart, the 12 house houses and how astrology is the study of the Self What to watch for: -how astrology can help you in your business -understanding that your natal chart provides a road map for life -breaking down the 12 houses and what energy they represent -feeling he...
Jul 15, 2022•46 min•Season 2Ep. 53
Welcome to a new collab episode, in which I’m joined by Lena Franklin, Modern Medicine Woman, Transpersonal Psychotherapist, and founder of The EAST Institute. We’ll be talking all about spiritual and multidimensional healing, ancient practices, and the power of the present time. What to watch for: -Moving through fears and traumas. -Transforming beyond our wildest dreams. -Noticing the limiting beliefs as they arise. -Giving ourselves permission to start again. -Honoring all the parts of oursel...
Jul 08, 2022•29 min•Season 2Ep. 52
Welcome to a new solo episode where we’ll be getting into the topic of what a Spiritual Ego is and what this energy is inviting us to reflect on. Humans, this is going to be a juicy episode so stay all the way to the end. What to watch for: -Releasing the need to shame others who have a different perspective -Reminding ourselves we are always the student and there's always room to learn -Letting go of the parts of ourselves that had to die in order to become the versions we are today Words to li...
Jun 25, 2022•21 min•Season 2Ep. 51
Welcome to a new solo episode where we’ll be alchemizing our money wounds, whether or not you are in business or not, this is going to apply to you. Right now in the entrepreneurial world, people are in fear because they are afraid that they are going to fall back into the structures that once caused a lot of pain, and it’s time we have a real talk about it. What to watch for: -Setting clear boundaries inside your business. -Bringing in practices that are holistic and sustainable for you. -Alche...
Jun 18, 2022•27 min•Season 2Ep. 50
Welcome to a new solo episode where we’ll go back in time and get into business 101. We are a couple of weeks away from Melissa Ruiz Empowerment's third anniversary as a biz, so join our CEO while she remembers how this company was born. What to watch for: -Merging the human with the business. -Focusing on just one offer. -Getting client feedback. -Tuning into what you need and being honest. Words to live by: “Birthing a new offer requires patience, energy and a willingness to see it through" “I...
May 27, 2022•28 min•Season 2Ep. 49
Welcome to a new solo episode where we’ll talk about connecting with the present moment inside our business. If you’ve been wanting to be a more intuitive CEO, this is the episode for you. What to watch for: -Allowing ourselves space for things to come in. -Honoring our intuition. -Recognizing that we need to let go of past realities. -Unlocking our own magic. Words to live by: “Goal is not perfection, goal is to allow any message you receive in the moment to have your DNA.” “If you want to run ...
May 20, 2022•25 min•Season 2Ep. 48
Welcome to a new solo episode where we’ll talk about setting boundaries in our business before it’s too late. If you are struggling with overworking and people pleasing inside your biz, then you can’t miss this episode. What to watch for: -Preventing mistakes by setting boundaries beforehand. -Identifying your hours of operations. -Deciding what kind of business you are running. -Learning to trust ourselves in our business. Words to live by: “Even if you don’t have clients yet, make sure you are...
May 14, 2022•29 min•Season 2Ep. 47
Welcome to a new collab episode, in which I’m joined by Vanessa Codorniu, a psychic medium, clinical hypnotherapist, astrologer, international intuition trainer, and soul business mentor. We’ll be talking all about being your authentic self in life & business. Words to live by: “In order for me to be who I am today, I had to heal present trauma, past lives, and ancestral patterns that kept me hidden.” “If you are expecting somebody to do something for you, what you are doing is replicating t...
May 07, 2022•54 min•Season 2Ep. 46
Welcome to a new collab episode, in which I’m joined by Erin Lyons, a cosmic teacher, master healer and 7-figure sacred CEO. We’ll be talking all about being a healer and a channel for the divine while running a business. What to watch for: -Letting go of limiting beliefs about our spirituality. -Tuning into energetic potential. -Embracing your vibrations and awakening process. -Feeling into the essence of the energy that we want to calibrate. Words to live by: “Everything is energy - sound, lig...
Apr 29, 2022•40 min•Season 2Ep. 45
Welcome to a new solo podcast episode! Today, we are chatting about growing our business simultaneously as we grow and expand the true Self. If you are struggling with giving yourself permission to be in transition while running your business, you don’t want to miss this episode. What to watch for: -Stepping into leadership. -Keeping your eyes on your own mat. -Being exactly where you are in the now moment. -Activating the permission you need Words to live by: “Whatever you want to be, you have ...
Apr 16, 2022•30 min•Season 2Ep. 44
Welcome to a new solo podcast episode! Today, we are chatting about money wounds, affirmations and our relationship with currency. Join us while Melissa opens up the episode with a mindful practice and guides us on a journey through healing our money wounds What to watch for: -Examining our relationship with money -Alchemizing the negative beliefs we have about money -Bringing in mindfulness to build a deeper relationship with currency Words to live by: ““Abundance is not dependent on the things...
Apr 08, 2022•26 min•Season 2Ep. 43
Welcome to a new solo podcast episode! Today, we are chatting about discipline and leverage in your business. If you are struggling with bringing in structure to your business and your life, stay for the entirety of this episode where Melissa breaks down ways to do so without feeling overwhelmed. What to watch for: -Bringing SOPs to every part of the business. -Building frameworks that feel good for you. -Trademarking your products. -Outsourcing and hiring for the tasks you don’t have mastery ov...
Apr 01, 2022•24 min•Season 2Ep. 42
Welcome to a new solo podcast episode! Today, we are chatting about balancing our business through the lense of the type of freedom that we are looking for. Join us while Melissa teaches us about the different kinds of freedoms our business can give us and the importance of being clear on which one you are looking to achieve. What to watch for: -Making sure that the human behind the business feels supported. -Recognizing the kind of freedom this business gives me. -Setting boundaries in order to...
Mar 25, 2022•24 min•Season 2Ep. 41
Welcome to a new solo episode where we are going to dive deep into how to bring harmony, balance, and safety into your business. Join us while Melissa guides us through the spiritual, mental, and physical body and how these things shape the reality we perceive. What to watch for: -Unfolding the business journey. -Creating safety within ourselves. -Knowing anywhere you land is where you are supposed to be. -Learning to observe the thoughts without entangling them. -Focusing on one thought and get...
Mar 11, 2022•26 min•Season 2Ep. 40
Welcome to a new solo podcast where we’ll talk all about the power of manifestation and how it connects and reacts to our body, mind, and soul state of alignment. If you are struggling with not receiving what you are manifesting, stay for the entirety of this episode in which Melissa goes through all the things that may be blocking you. What to watch for: -Being in full total body alignment. -Embracing all emotions as they come in. -Coming into the realization that you are the ultimate creator. ...
Mar 04, 2022•33 min•Season 2Ep. 39
