Thriver's Ed
Welcome to Thriver's Ed, the podcast that's all about giving you the practical, no-nonsense advice you need to level up your life and business. I'm your host Marci Rossi—success coach, business strategist, and alcohol-free enthusiast. If you're ready to crush your goals, optimize your productivity, and live your best, most authentic life, then you're in the right place. Each week, we'll dive into topics like the psychology of success, practical strategies to boost your performance, and the unexpected ways living alcohol-free can elevate your life. Whether you're looking to boost your business, improve your health, or simply become a better version of yourself, Thriver's Ed is here to help you do just that. So grab your iced coffee, buckle up, and let's get thriving!
Episodes
If you’ve ever thought about running a summit to grow your list or increase your visibility, this episode is for you. I’m walking you through what I learned from hosting my very first summit—from Facebook ad numbers and speaker promo realities, to what worked, what was harder than expected, and where I’d absolutely spend time (and money!) differently next time.
I’ll also share the behind-the-scenes truth about how it fe...
Tech fails are never fun—and they never show up at a convenient time. In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on some of my worst tech disasters and what I’ve learned from each one. I’ll walk you through real-world examples—from broken payment automations to form fails and summit chaos—and how I kept my sanity and my customer relationships intact.
Whether you're in the middle of a launch, setting up automatio...
This episode wraps up the Foundational Systems series with the one system that ties it all together: your CEO Weekly Workflow.
Because even with solid offers, automation, and delivery… none of it works if you’re stuck in reaction mode. This workflow is designed to keep you focused, strategic, and out of the busywork spiral. It’s about leading your business—whether you have a full team or you’re still flying solo.
Inside ...
If you think client experience begins with your first coaching call… think again. In this episode, we’re diving into the real backbone of a thriving, referral-fueled business: your onboarding and offboarding systems. This isn’t just about being “professional”—it’s about building trust, managing expectations, and turning one happy client into ten more.
From contracts and welcome emails to testimonials and referral asks, ...
Email isn’t just where you drop links and hope for sales—it’s the connection between being seen and getting paid. In this episode, we’re digging into why most entrepreneurs treat email like an afterthought… and how shifting your approach can turn your list into a lead-nurturing, offer-selling, connection-building machine.
Whether you’re launching, nurturing, or ghosting your list and hoping no one notices—this is one fo...
If you’ve ever caught yourself saying, “They ghosted me”—this episode is your mirror. Because more often than not? You didn’t get ghosted. You just didn’t follow up.
This week, we’re tackling System #2 in your foundational business backend: how to track and nurture leads in a way that feels professional (not pushy) and actually converts warm interest into booked clients.
You don’t need fancy tech. You don’t need to be “s...
If nobody knows you exist, they can’t hire you. That’s why in this episode, I’m kicking off a brand-new series leading up to the Automagic Summit by tackling the first foundational system your business needs: a visibility system. We’re talking about more than just showing up on Instagram when you remember or feel like it—we’re diving into what it really takes to stay top of mind with your ideal clients (without being g...
Squarespace is one of the most common platforms I see clients using—and I totally get why. It’s clean, easy to set up, and doesn't make you stare at a blank screen wondering where to start. But it’s not without its trade-offs.
In this episode, I break down exactly what works (and what doesn’t) about building your site on Squarespace. If you're in the research phase or already frustrated with your current setup...
In this episode of Thriver’s Ed, I sit down with Dr. Christiana Schroeter—business and wellness coach, best-selling author, and host of the globally ranked Happy Healthy Hustle podcast—to break down the three P’s that have built her platform: podcasting, publishing, and presenting.
We talk about what it really takes to create a top-ranked podcast, how she self-published multiple five-star books, and why she believe...
You know that thing you know you should be tracking but keep putting off because… life? For me, that thing was lead magnet performance. And once I finally sat down and looked at the actual numbers—conversion rates, unsubscribes, follow-up emails (or lack thereof)—I had a few moments of “well, that explains a lot.”
In this episode, I’m walking you through the exact process I used to audit my lead magnets, including what ...
Today we're talking software audits: what they are, why they matter, and how to stop leaking money on tools you're not using. I'm breaking down what’s in my own tech stack, how I track it, and the exact questions I ask before I cancel—or commit—to a tool. If you’re juggling too many subscriptions (or don't even know how many you have), you need this.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- Why mos...
In this episode, I sit down with Ivana Ivanek — keynote speaker, mindset coach, and business strategist — to unpack the invisible fears that stop so many would-be entrepreneurs from building a personal brand. We go deep on what it really takes to show up online, why the transformation industry feels both saturated and intimidating, and how to take meaningful action even when fear is sitting in the front seat. Ivana sha...
Let’s be real: email welcome sequences are one of those things that sound simple... until you sit down to actually write one.
What should you say? How many emails should you send? And how exactly do you set this up?
In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly what to include in your welcome sequence, how to set it up without losing your mind (or your weekend), and how to make it work even if tech isn’t your thing. Whether...
Today I’m tackling one of the most common (and misunderstood) decisions entrepreneurs face when selling coaching or high-ticket offers: should you make people apply or just let them buy?
Spoiler alert: the answer is—it depends. But by the end of this episode, you’ll know exactly how to choose the right model for your offer, your audience, and your sanity.
We dig into the real reasons applications exist (hint: it’s not ju...
In this episode, I’m joined by brand strategist and author Finola Howard for a conversation about brand positioning—but more than that, we explore what it really means to build a business that reflects who you are instead of who you think you need to be.
Finola shares how your uniqueness is not just allowed—it’s necessary. We talk about the fear that comes with being truly seen, what it costs to stay safe, and why leani...
Today’s episode is a full-on rant—and one that every business owner needs to hear. I’m pulling back the curtain on a recent frustrating customer experience I had as the customer and what it taught me about how we respond when things go wrong. Whether the customer is right, wrong, or just plain rude (hello, angry potato guy), how we handle these situations can make or break trust in our business.
I’m sharing real stories...
If I were starting my business all over again today, here’s a list of 10 things I wouldn’t repeat—and what I’d absolutely double down on.
Today I'm sharing my list of hard-earned lessons about strategy, mindset, tech, energy, and what actually builds momentum. Plus, I’m highlighting a few decisions I’m genuinely proud of making early on and continue to do today.
Whether you’re just launching your business or wonderi...
If talking about money makes you want to bury your head in the sand—you’re not alone. In this episode, I’m joined by financial coach and podcast host Dawnette Palmore, who’s on a mission to help women take control of their money without sacrificing their lifestyle, confidence, or sanity.
We talk about why so many of us avoid looking at our numbers, how money habits often stem from what we grew up believing, and what it ...
Today I'm pulling back the curtain on a sneaky form of self-sabotage that might look like productivity—but is actually keeping you stuck: productive hiding.
You know the drill: tweaking your website layout, “perfecting” your brand colors, reorganizing your Trello boards. It all feels important… but if you’re still not making sales, something’s off.
I’m breaking down:
- Why your “busy days” aren’t leading to real re...
If you're feeling stuck, exhausted, or like you're silently unraveling behind a high-functioning exterior—this episode is for you.
This week on Thriver’s Ed, I’m joined by Wendy Alexander, a career and interview coach who helps midlife and menopausal women ditch the “good, secure job” script and create careers they actually want. Wendy shares her personal journey of navigating debilitating menopause symptoms a...
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