the Life-first business, growth, change, encouragement, and real-talk podcast

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I host the Rebrand with RuthAnn podcast where I talk about life-first business, navigating growth and change, rebranding with intention, and behind the scenes of what it really looks like to build something sustainable while raising littles.

It's honest, encouraging, and designed for women who want to grow their business with an impactful brand without sacrificing what matters most.

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What you’ll find with this show

  • Each episode has a companion blog post style outline so you can get all the info of the show with (or without!) listening—whichever suits you and your schedule!

  • Every month I like to do a guest and solo episode which offers variety and also showcases the expertise of many industry leaders so you can grow your business.

  • I believe your business should support your life, not the other way around. I often talk about motherhood, leaning into your passions and building a life you love - while having a business that supports that.

I'm always looking for inspiring women to join me for real, unfiltered conversations about business, growth, and navigating change.

Want to be a guest on the show?

I'd love to hear from you if:

  • You're a woman entrepreneur with expertise or experience to share

  • You've navigated a pivot, rebrand, or major transition in your business

  • You're open to getting real about the messy middle—not just the highlight reel

  • You have insights that would resonate with coaches and service providers building life-first businesses

This isn't about having it all figured out. It's about showing up authentically and sharing what you've learned along the way.

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New episodes drop twice a month where I have real-talk conversations about rebranding, design, and building a business that works WITH your life (not against it).

Meet Your Host

I’m RuthAnn, the brand and website designer for women coaches and service pros ready to step into their next era of business growth.

I started this podcast back in 2023 to have the real, unfiltered conversations of, not just the mountain top moments but the (far more interesting and often not as talked about), messy middle of navigating growth, change, and rebranding.

Join me and my guests for episodes every other week where we discuss branding and website design, motherhood, entrepreneurship, and creating a business that supports your life–not one that overtakes it.

Whether you're considering a rebrand, navigating a pivot, or just want to feel less alone in the messy middle, this podcast is for you.

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But Why? Behind the Scenes of My Own Rebrand and Business Name Change

Well friends, after nearly 10 years as R Artspace, I'm practicing what I preach and I am rebranding to reflect who I am today and where I am headed. My business is now Rebrand with RuthAnn! With a new business name, new website, and so many more things, I’m sharing a look into what went into this decision to rebrand, why now, and how this impacts you.

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How a Rebrand Gave Actor Meg Salisbury the Confidence to Book More Roles

In this episode, I sit down with my past client Meg Salisbury - an actor, model, and mindset coach - to talk about how her rebrand transformed her confidence and helped her book more roles. Meg shares what it was like investing in herself during her 'Glow Up Year,' the importance of branding in today's social media-driven acting industry, and what to look for when hiring a designer. If you've ever wondered whether outsourcing your branding is worth the investment, this conversation will show you exactly how it can position you for growth.

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How Long Does a Brand and Website Redesign Actually Take? (Less Time Than You Think)

How long does a brand and website design actually take? If you've been putting off a rebrand because you think you don't have time, this episode is for you. This is also for you if a rebrand has been on your mind, maybe not an active goal for right now, but this is something you’re considering for the future. This episode will give you great food for thought.

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How to Grow Your Podcast with a Small Audience: Building a Brand That Attracts Listeners with Haley Hatcher

If you have a podcast, want to start a podcast, or are looking for ways to grow your podcast, this is the episode for you. I sit down with Haley Hatcher, the owner Heart Centered Podcasting, and we discuss all the ways you can grow your listenership if you have a small audience, smart ways to use your podcast to grow your business and website SEO and so much more. Haley is also my client, and I had the absolute pleasure of redesigning her brand and Squarespace website in 2024. Haley shared how her business has grown, as well as her confidence, since we relaunched her website.

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LIVE Website Audit with Tips to Improve Your Own Site (REPLAY)

Hi friends! Welcome back to Rebrand with RuthAnn. I’ll be honest—I planned to record a fresh episode about growth in my business this year, but life had other plans. My kids and I have been battling sickness for weeks now (mom life, right?), so today, I’m sharing one of our most-loved episodes from the archives instead! This episode is all about giving your website the ultimate glow-up with a live website assessment.

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Refreshing Your Brand for 2025? 5 Steps to a Powerful Uplevel

Hey friend! Just a quick note – this episode is a replay from last year, right around this time. With the holidays fast approaching, it's the perfect moment to revisit these ideas. Enjoy listening and happy refreshing! It’s mid-November and this is the time of year when a lot of people are thinking of refreshing their brand and/or website - is this you? You’re not alone! I myself am also going through a little refresh and I’m excited to take you behind the scenes in my own process.

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Impactful Brands and Websites That Work with Mandy Hopp

Hey everyone, welcome back to Rebrand with RuthAnn! Today, I’m super excited to chat with my friend and powerhouse designer, Mandy Hopp. She’s the brains behind the Hopp Creative, where she and her team help changemakers shape the world through smart marketing and design. Mandy shares how she turned her artistic passion into a thriving business, her secrets to managing a dynamic team, and why focusing on web design and copywriting has been a game-changer.

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