<![CDATA[Sarah in Practice]]>Hey, I’m Sarah 👋

I grew up believing that if you worked hard, cared deeply, and became exceptionally good at something, life would reward you with stability and success. Turns out… it doesn’t always work that way.

This podcast is me documenting what it actually feels like to build a business, scale a brand, and navigate a creative life as a real expert in a world that often rewards shortcuts, loud confidence, and oversimplified advice.

I’m a proud, founding member of the "20 Views Club"—the creator of content that deserves way more eyes than the algorithm decides to give it. Yet, I show up anyway. I keep building, I keep refining, and I am so proud of that consistency. Outside of the studio, I’m balancing life as a mom of three, navigating the wild world of being a dance mom, and constantly striving (and sometimes failing) to keep a clean house, run a thriving business, and prioritize my health.

This podcast is for fellow experts, practitioners, service providers, and craft-driven creators. If you make honest, thoughtful, nuanced work that modern social media algorithms don't quite know what to do with, you’re already home here.

If you relate to the frustration of being truly great at what you do, yet feeling like you're still not being chosen consistently... if you're tired of surface-level business hacks and want to build a career, brand, and life that actually feels authentic to who you are: hit subscribe.

We’re skipping the fake "gurus," ditching the hustle-culture burnouts, and figuring this out together in real time.

Welcome to Sarah in Practice.

https://www.thesarahstemen.com/

]]>https://www.thesarahstemen.com/Riverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Sun, 15 Nov 2026 15:16:58 GMTThu, 27 Aug 2026 14:20:41 GMT60Sarah Stemen<p>Hey, I’m Sarah 👋</p><p>I grew up believing that if you worked hard, cared deeply, and became exceptionally good at something, life would reward you with stability and success. Turns out… it doesn’t always work that way.</p><p></p><p>This podcast is me documenting what it <i>actually</i> feels like to build a business, scale a brand, and navigate a creative life as a real expert in a world that often rewards shortcuts, loud confidence, and oversimplified advice.</p><p></p><p>I’m a proud, founding member of the "20 Views Club"—the creator of content that deserves way more eyes than the algorithm decides to give it. Yet, I show up anyway. I keep building, I keep refining, and I am so proud of that consistency. Outside of the studio, I’m balancing life as a mom of three, navigating the wild world of being a dance mom, and constantly striving (and sometimes failing) to keep a clean house, run a thriving business, and prioritize my health.</p><p></p><p><b>This podcast is for fellow experts, practitioners, service providers, and craft-driven creators.</b> If you make honest, thoughtful, nuanced work that modern social media algorithms don't quite know what to do with, you’re already home here.</p><p></p><p>If you relate to the frustration of being truly great at what you do, yet feeling like you're still not being chosen consistently... if you're tired of surface-level business hacks and want to build a career, brand, and life that actually feels authentic to who you are: hit subscribe.</p><p></p><p>We’re skipping the fake "gurus," ditching the hustle-culture burnouts, and figuring this out together in real time. </p><p></p><p>Welcome to <i>Sarah in Practice</i>.</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.thesarahstemen.com/" target="_blank">https://www.thesarahstemen.com/</a><br /></p>episodicSarah Stemensarah@thesarahstemen.comno<![CDATA[Your Audience Can Tell You’re Using AI Scripts]]>The conversation focuses on the impact of AI content on video creation and the importance of authenticity in communication. Sarah Stemen emphasizes the need for creators to embrace their unique voice and adapt their content strategies to remain engaging and relevant.


Takeaways

  • Embrace authenticity in content
  • Adaptability is key in marketing


Chapters

  • 00:00 The Rise of AI Content
  • 01:23 Authenticity vs. Scripted Content
  • 06:08 Flexibility in Marketing Strategies
]]>d096fd98-cb63-4216-a3e0-a2555bc8d9d7Wed, 30 Sep 2026 16:15:00 GMT<p>The conversation focuses on the impact of AI content on video creation and the importance of authenticity in communication. Sarah Stemen emphasizes the need for creators to embrace their unique voice and adapt their content strategies to remain engaging and relevant.</p><p><br /></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Embrace authenticity in content</li><li>Adaptability is key in marketing</li></ul><p><br /></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Rise of AI Content</li><li>01:23 Authenticity vs. Scripted Content</li><li>06:08 Flexibility in Marketing Strategies</li></ul>no00:07:44Your Audience Can Tell You’re Using AI Scriptsfull<![CDATA[LinkedIn Comments Are AI SLOP Too]]>LinkedIn is addressing its spam issue by focusing on in-app conversations and comment relevance. The platform aims to drive more engagement and user interest, but faces challenges with AI-generated comments and engagement pods. Users are experiencing frustration with the increasing spam on the platform, impacting the quality of interactions.

Takeaways

  • LinkedIn is prioritizing in-app conversations and comment relevance to boost engagement.
  • The platform is struggling with AI-generated comments and engagement pods, leading to frustration among users.

Chapters

  • 00:00 User Frustration with Platform Quality
]]>fb3e4f70-d1fd-4692-8695-9d7eadd426dbTue, 01 Sep 2026 14:30:00 GMT<p>LinkedIn is addressing its spam issue by focusing on in-app conversations and comment relevance. The platform aims to drive more engagement and user interest, but faces challenges with AI-generated comments and engagement pods. Users are experiencing frustration with the increasing spam on the platform, impacting the quality of interactions.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>LinkedIn is prioritizing in-app conversations and comment relevance to boost engagement.</li><li>The platform is struggling with AI-generated comments and engagement pods, leading to frustration among users.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 User Frustration with Platform Quality</li></ul>no00:09:40LinkedIn Comments Are AI SLOP Toofull<![CDATA[Why Being Good At What You Isn't Getting Clients]]>The video discusses the importance of disconnecting from the outcome of wanting clients and the impact of energy and vibe on content creation. It emphasizes the need to embody a non-desperate, expert vibe to attract clients.

Takeaways

  • Disconnect from the outcome of wanting clients
  • Embody a non-desperate, expert vibe

Chapters

  • 00:00 The Struggle of Wanting More Clients
  • 01:04 The Internal Shift for Content Creation
  • 03:05 The Impact of Energy and Vibe on Content Creation
  • 06:10 Disconnecting from the Outcome of Wanting Clients
  • 09:22 Embodying the Expert Vibe
]]>af996b5a-39a7-443c-8ffa-81ef982b48b3Mon, 31 Aug 2026 19:45:00 GMT<p>The video discusses the importance of disconnecting from the outcome of wanting clients and the impact of energy and vibe on content creation. It emphasizes the need to embody a non-desperate, expert vibe to attract clients.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Disconnect from the outcome of wanting clients</li><li>Embody a non-desperate, expert vibe</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Struggle of Wanting More Clients</li><li>01:04 The Internal Shift for Content Creation</li><li>03:05 The Impact of Energy and Vibe on Content Creation</li><li>06:10 Disconnecting from the Outcome of Wanting Clients</li><li>09:22 Embodying the Expert Vibe</li></ul>no00:10:16Why Being Good At What You Isn't Getting Clientsfull<![CDATA[I Ignored Every Warning Sign My Body Gave Me. Here's What Happened.]]>The conversation explores the profound connection between personal well-being and business success. It delves into the impact of internal state, emotions, and mindset on business operations, client dynamics, and decision-making. The speaker shares her journey of shifting from a place of grief to gratitude and emphasizes the importance of self-care and self-compassion in business.

Takeaways

  • Your business is a reflection of your internal state and emotions.
  • Shifting from grief to gratitude and self-care is essential for business success.

Chapters

  • 00:00 Your Business as a Reflection of You
  • 03:27 Impact of Unhealed Patterns and Emotions
  • 06:48 Shifting from Grief to Gratitude
  • 09:38 Business as a Reflection of Self-Care
  • 11:24 Overcoming Grief Mindset
]]>28c4fd09-332a-49ef-abc0-4b94b31aec8bSat, 29 Aug 2026 18:30:00 GMT<p>The conversation explores the profound connection between personal well-being and business success. It delves into the impact of internal state, emotions, and mindset on business operations, client dynamics, and decision-making. The speaker shares her journey of shifting from a place of grief to gratitude and emphasizes the importance of self-care and self-compassion in business.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Your business is a reflection of your internal state and emotions.</li><li>Shifting from grief to gratitude and self-care is essential for business success.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Your Business as a Reflection of You</li><li>03:27 Impact of Unhealed Patterns and Emotions</li><li>06:48 Shifting from Grief to Gratitude</li><li>09:38 Business as a Reflection of Self-Care</li><li>11:24 Overcoming Grief Mindset</li></ul>no00:13:29I Ignored Every Warning Sign My Body Gave Me. Here's What Happened.full<![CDATA[LinkedIn Is Drowning in AI Slop (And They Know It)]]>The conversation delves into the AI slop problem on LinkedIn, the introduction of the AI slop button, its impact, LinkedIn's positioning and motivation, the user experience and content quality, LinkedIn's strategy and brand identity, the platform's reputation and professional credibility, and LinkedIn's positioning and response strategy.

Takeaways

  • LinkedIn's response to the AI slop problem reflects a strategic positioning move to maintain professional credibility and differentiate itself from other platforms.
  • The AI slop button is a signal of LinkedIn's effort to shift the algorithm back towards substance and quality content.

Chapters

  • 00:00 The AI Slop Problem on LinkedIn
  • 02:11 LinkedIn's Response: The AI Slop Button
  • 03:19 The Impact of the AI Slop Button
  • 04:45 LinkedIn's Positioning and Motivation
  • 06:09 The User Experience and Content Quality
  • 08:12 LinkedIn's Strategy and Brand Identity
  • 16:06 The Platform's Reputation and Professional Credibility
  • 23:01 LinkedIn's Positioning and Response Strategy
]]>27c36da7-2c7b-4a5f-82b2-e3767ef0d5b4Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:15:00 GMT<p>The conversation delves into the AI slop problem on LinkedIn, the introduction of the AI slop button, its impact, LinkedIn's positioning and motivation, the user experience and content quality, LinkedIn's strategy and brand identity, the platform's reputation and professional credibility, and LinkedIn's positioning and response strategy.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>LinkedIn's response to the AI slop problem reflects a strategic positioning move to maintain professional credibility and differentiate itself from other platforms.</li><li>The AI slop button is a signal of LinkedIn's effort to shift the algorithm back towards substance and quality content.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The AI Slop Problem on LinkedIn</li><li>02:11 LinkedIn's Response: The AI Slop Button</li><li>03:19 The Impact of the AI Slop Button</li><li>04:45 LinkedIn's Positioning and Motivation</li><li>06:09 The User Experience and Content Quality</li><li>08:12 LinkedIn's Strategy and Brand Identity</li><li>16:06 The Platform's Reputation and Professional Credibility</li><li>23:01 LinkedIn's Positioning and Response Strategy</li></ul>no00:12:08LinkedIn Is Drowning in AI Slop (And They Know It)full<![CDATA[I Was Told Not To Start A Podcast]]>Sarah Stemen shares her experience with business advice and content creation, emphasizing the power of long-form content and its impact over time. She highlights the unique value of long-form content in building trust, refining messaging, and attracting clients.

Takeaways

  • Business advice is relative to the context and the individual's unique experience.
  • Long-form content has a powerful and lasting impact, compounding over time.

My website:

https://www.thesarahstemen.com/

Chapters

  • 00:00 The Influence of Business Advice
  • 03:21 The Context of Content Creation
  • 05:11 The Power of Long-Form Content
  • 10:25 The Impact of Content Over Time
  • 14:37 The Unique Value of Long-Form Content
]]>2c3bf86d-4b95-4167-87a4-34cab5a8234bThu, 27 Aug 2026 16:30:00 GMT<p>Sarah Stemen shares her experience with business advice and content creation, emphasizing the power of long-form content and its impact over time. She highlights the unique value of long-form content in building trust, refining messaging, and attracting clients.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Business advice is relative to the context and the individual's unique experience.</li><li>Long-form content has a powerful and lasting impact, compounding over time.</li></ul><p></p><p>My website:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.thesarahstemen.com/" target="_blank">https://www.thesarahstemen.com/</a></p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Influence of Business Advice</li><li>03:21 The Context of Content Creation</li><li>05:11 The Power of Long-Form Content</li><li>10:25 The Impact of Content Over Time</li><li>14:37 The Unique Value of Long-Form Content</li></ul>no00:13:20I Was Told Not To Start A Podcastfull<![CDATA[How To Fall Back In Love With Your Business]]>The conversation explores the challenges of running a business, reconnecting with the original dream, reflecting on the past, permission to quit, understanding phases and seasonality, taking control and stability, and practicing gratitude and progress.

Takeaways

  • Running a business involves challenges and moments of doubt.
  • Reconnecting with the original dream and practicing gratitude can help in appreciating the business journey.

Chapters

  • 00:00 Struggles of Running a Business
  • 01:54 Reconnecting with the Original Dream
  • 03:13 Reflecting on the Past and Appreciation
  • 04:49 Permission to Quit and Realization
  • 06:12 Understanding Phases and Seasonality
  • 07:37 Taking Control and Stability
  • 09:03 Practicing Gratitude and Progress
]]>c1548d36-f165-4e1a-a4d5-ba6941db0cc9Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:21:06 GMT<p>The conversation explores the challenges of running a business, reconnecting with the original dream, reflecting on the past, permission to quit, understanding phases and seasonality, taking control and stability, and practicing gratitude and progress.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Running a business involves challenges and moments of doubt.</li><li>Reconnecting with the original dream and practicing gratitude can help in appreciating the business journey.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Struggles of Running a Business</li><li>01:54 Reconnecting with the Original Dream</li><li>03:13 Reflecting on the Past and Appreciation</li><li>04:49 Permission to Quit and Realization</li><li>06:12 Understanding Phases and Seasonality</li><li>07:37 Taking Control and Stability</li><li>09:03 Practicing Gratitude and Progress</li></ul>no00:10:24How To Fall Back In Love With Your Businessfull