In this episode of Build with Sophia, Sophia sits down with Joshua Pritikin, PhD, to explore religion, psychology, healing, spirituality, personal growth, psychedelics, meditation, and AI. Joshua shares his thoughts on Internal Family Systems, understanding our inner parts, emotional growth, and the journey toward reaching our full human potential.

Learn more about Joshua and his work at unburdened.biz.

What separates organizations that consistently deliver results from those that struggle despite having talented people, large budgets, and ambitious strategies?

In this episode of Build with Sophia, I sit down with Joel Klemmer—executive, entrepreneur, Army Reserve officer, author, and leadership expert whose career has spanned private enterprise, national defense, healthcare, technology, infrastructure, procurement, and public education.

Joel shares why execution is the true measure of leadership, how AI is transforming organizations, why institutional trust matters more than ever, and what leaders must do to build resilient systems that continue to perform long after they’re gone.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, executive, public-sector leader, or aspiring business owner, this conversation offers practical leadership lessons for building organizations that create lasting impact.

Artificial Intelligence is transforming the way we work—but are we paying enough attention to the people behind the technology?

In this episode of Build with Sophia, I sit down with Kurt Nelson, one of America’s leading applied behavioral scientists, co-host of the award-winning Behavioral Grooves podcast, and founder of The Lantern Group.

Together, we explore the hidden human costs of AI adoption, why motivation matters more than ever, how behavioral science can improve leadership and workplace culture, and practical strategies for building better habits, resilience, and lasting personal growth.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, business leader, or professional navigating rapid change, this conversation offers practical insights to help you lead and grow with confidence.

What keeps a person moving forward after multiple near-death experiences, 73 surgeries, paralysis, and unimaginable setbacks?

In this powerful episode of Build with Sophia, Sophia sits down with Jay Setchell—Marine veteran, entrepreneur, speaker, and author—to explore the mindset that has enabled him to overcome extraordinary adversity. Jay shares profound lessons on resilience, faith, leadership, perseverance, and the importance of taking responsibility for your future.

Whether you’re facing personal challenges, building a business, or searching for renewed purpose, this conversation will inspire you to keep moving forward because, as Jay says, “It’s Always Too Soon to Quit.”

Many entrepreneurs start a business to gain freedom, only to find themselves working longer hours, making every decision, solving every problem, and becoming the very bottleneck holding their business back.

In this episode of Build with Sophia, I sit down with Peter Boolkah, creator of The Hamster Wheel Trap®, bestselling author of YOUR BUSINESS SUCKS – Build a Business That Works Without Destroying Your Life, and a globally recognized founder freedom expert.

With over 20 years of experience and more than 60,000 coaching hours across five continents, Peter explains why successful businesses often become prisons for their founders and shares practical strategies for creating a company that thrives without depending on you every day.

Whether you’re launching your first business, growing a startup, or leading an established company, this conversation will help you rethink success, leadership, systems, and freedom.

Are you building a successful career—or simply staying busy?

In this inspiring episode of Build with Sophia, bestselling author, entrepreneur, and commercial real estate expert Ted Kopecko shares why so many high achievers still feel burned out, unfulfilled, and disconnected despite their success.

Drawing from more than three decades of experience in business, architecture, entrepreneurship, and personal transformation, Ted introduces his powerful concept of moving from Life-Led living to JOY-Led living. He explains how mindset, identity, and intentional choices shape our future and how anyone can rewrite their life story before time rewrites it for them.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, professional, leader, or someone searching for greater purpose, this episode offers practical wisdom to help you build a life filled with meaning, fulfillment, and freedom.

To learn more about Ted Kopecko, download the FREE Finding JOY Workbook, and discover practical tools to help you move from Life-Led to JOY-Led living, visit:

https://www.FindingJOY.us

Why do some messages inspire action while others are ignored? What makes people say “yes,” embrace change, or trust a leader?

In this episode of Build with Sophia, psychologist and behavioral scientist Dr. JonRobert Tartaglione shares the science behind influence, persuasion, and strategic communication. Drawing on research from psychology, behavioral economics, and neuroscience, JonRobert explains how leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals can communicate more effectively, motivate others, and make better decisions.

Whether you’re leading a team, growing a business, negotiating with clients, or simply looking to become a better communicator, this conversation is packed with practical insights you can apply immediately.

To learn more about Dr. JonRobert Tartaglione, access free leadership resources, influence assessments, newsletters, and discover how behavioral science can transform your leadership and communication, visit:

https://www.influence51.com

In today’s competitive digital landscape, simply having a website isn’t enough. So how can small businesses stand out, build trust, and consistently attract the right customers?

In this episode of Build with Sophia, entrepreneur and digital marketing expert Wes Towers, founder of Uplift 360, shares practical, no-fluff strategies for growing a business online. Drawing on more than 20 years of experience helping builders and trades businesses succeed, Wes explains why authenticity, trust, and smart digital marketing matter more than ever in the age of AI.

Whether you’re a business owner, entrepreneur, freelancer, or marketing professional, this conversation is packed with actionable advice you can implement immediately.

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