Unfiltered Sessions

Unfiltered Sessions: How Podcasting Can Power Your Business with Rayna, the Podcast Growth Coach

In this episode of The Unfiltered Sessions, we're getting real about podcasting not just how to start one, but how to leverage it to grow your brand, connect with your audience, and become a voice of authority in your industry.

Host Phillip sits down with Rayna, a former international teacher turned podcast growth coach, who shares h...

🎙️ Business Audit: Real Talk with Real Entrepreneurs

In this premiere episode of our Business Audit series, we sit down with Matt Hobbs former truck driver turned niche land-clearing entrepreneur and real estate agent. 

Based in Middle Tennessee, Matt opens up about his journey from the driver's seat to the business owner's chair, building ARG Outdoor Services from scratch with zero experience. We dive deep into his long-t...

In this unfiltered conversation, Phillip sits down with transformational coach Seth Drugatz to dive deep into personal growth, the weight of people-pleasing, and making bold business transitions. Both Seth and Phillip have taken different paths, one staying in the coaching space and the other pivoting to a service-based business. In this honest and insightful episode, they unpack:

Key Points Covered:

• The internal struggle of pivo...

PODCAST DESCRIPTION:
What if the life you're living right now is the exact life you once begged for?

In this episode, I open up about a recent moment that reminded me how easy it is to normalize success to forget how hard we worked to get here and take our current blessings for granted. From building a business and raising kids to running podcasts and working full-time, it’s easy to overlook how uncommon your “normal” actua...

🎙️ From MMA to Millions: How Johnny Buck Built 2 Powerhouse Businesses FAST 💥

In this fire episode, we sit down with Johnny Buck,  former MMA fighter turned CEO of 13 Stripes Construction and Rogue Combat Club, one of the top 1% MMA gyms in the game.

We get real about:

• Scaling a gym into a systemized, culture-driven machine 🏋️‍♂️
• Why most construction business owners stay broke or burnt out 🔥
• Breaking out of the operator mindset...

 For the Married Dad Trying to Do It All 

Are you a married dad building a business and constantly feeling like you're dropping the ball? You’re not alone and more importantly, you’re not weak. In this vulnerable and empowering episode, Phillip Sessions opens up about the heavy load many entrepreneurial fathers carry: the pressure to be a strong husband, a present dad, and a successful business owner all at once.

Phill...

 Want to Be a Leader? Start Acting Like One 

You say you want to be a leader—but are you really leading, or just managing? In this episode, Phillip Sessions, founder of Refined VA, breaks down the real difference between being a leader and being a task manager. If you’re a business owner, manager, or someone working with virtual assistants, this episode is packed with practical strategies to help you empower your team, del...

In this episode, I share a personal story that completely shifted how I run my business and it starts with a simple truth: your customers don’t need YOU.

Whether you're a founder, agency owner, or service provider, this might be the message you need to finally step out of the daily grind. I’m diving into:

• Why your ego is holding your business back
• How I delegated my client process and bought back my time
• The systems I’m puttin...

🎙️ Building a Business While Navigating Life: The Struggles and Wins 🎙️

Entrepreneurship is tough, especially when you're balancing a 9-5 job, family life, and trying to grow your business. In this episode, I dive deep into my personal journey of launching my virtual assistant agency, facing setbacks, and learning the power of perseverance.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• How I went from zero to six figures in under 6 months ...

How to Scale Faster Using Virtual Assistants | Trust, Training, and Smart Systems 

In this episode, we dive deep into the power of Virtual Assistants (VAs) and how they can transform your business operations. From cold calling to social media management, we uncover the strategies that have worked for top entrepreneurs. Whether you're a visionary or an integrator, we break down how you can leverage VAs to optimize everything fro...

🎙️Why EVERY Small Business Owner Needs a Virtual Assistant in 2025!

Are you a small business owner feeling overwhelmed by emails, scheduling chaos, and endless tasks that don’t actually grow your business? It’s time to take control and start working smarter, not harder! In this episode, we dive deep into why a Virtual Assistant (VA) is no longer just a luxury—it's a game-changer for business growth in 2025.

Here’s what you’ll d...

🔥 Want to Level-Up Your Business in 2025? 🔥

In today’s episode, I’m dropping strategies that could completely transform your mindset, business, and life. If you’re tired of spinning your wheels and ready to see real results, you NEED to listen to this.

I’m talking about the exact blueprints that top entrepreneurs and creators use to make MASSIVE gains—and how you can apply them TODAY.

🎧 Tune in NOW for the secrets to:

• Building a...

Welcome to another behind-the-scenes business update! March has been a rollercoaster, filled with wins, challenges, and valuable lessons learned. We share everything from client losses to new leads, from virtual assistant struggles to content creation breakthroughs.

In this episode, we discuss:
 🔑 How our virtual assistant business is growing
 🔑 The challenges we face with clients and staffing
 🔑 Why understanding you...

In this episode, we dive deep into the REAL truth behind owning a business – the pressure, the grind, and the privilege. 💼💸

Does pressure equal privilege? It sounds great on paper, but is it really that simple when you’re the one responsible for making it all work? In this conversation, I’m sharing the highs and lows of running a business that’s growing faster than you can handle – and how this pressure can be the secret sauce to ...

How to Build a Business Without Losing Your Family

💭 Too many entrepreneurs sacrifice family time for hustle. But what if you could have both—a thriving business AND quality time with your loved ones?

On today’s episode, we’re diving into the exact strategies high-level entrepreneurs use to balance work and family—without burning out. If you feel stretched thin between growing your business and spending time with the people who matt...

New Episode Alert! How to Make Content Creation Suck a Little Less 💥

In this episode, I’m diving into the behind-the-scenes of my content creation process — the ups, downs, and everything in between. After 7 years of creating videos, podcasts, and everything else, I’m sharing the strategy that’s helped me make content feel more fun, less stressful, and way more effective.

I’ll talk about: 
✅ Building content pillars around famil...

UNFILTERED BUSINESS TRUTHS – Hiring, Firing & Scaling FAST! 🚀

What happens when your team isn't cutting it? You make tough decisions. In today’s Unfiltered Sessions, I’m talking about the REALITY of firing a video editor, a lead gen specialist, and a social media manager—all in one month 😳. But guess what? We bounced back STRONGER than ever.

🔥 In This Episode:
✅ The hard truth about when to fire and when to keep coach...

GUEST HOST:
Justin Shoemaker, CEO of Clearwave Water and Shoemaker Syndicate, recounts his journey from his Navy service to building a thriving career as an entrepreneur and sales leader. He reflects on his experiences in water treatment and solar sales, highlighting the vital impact of work ethic, mindset, and discipline in achieving success in sales.

EPISODE:
In this episode, Philip and Justin discuss key aspects...