The Exit Interview with Kim Rittberg

What if the clients you want are already searching for you, and just can't find you? Neil Patel, co-founder of the global agency NP Digital, New York Times bestselling author and one of Forbes' top 10 marketers, shares his no-fluff playbook for getting discovered online. He explains why consistency beats talent, how to turn one idea into a week of content, and why he still answers comments himself. Plus the surprising data on human vs. AI content, and why a micro-influencer with 3,000 followers can beat a celebrity. And stick around for the very awkward moment before we even hit record!

You'll learn:

• Neil's simple formula for building a personal brand, even as a team of one  
• Whether SEO or social media gets you results faster (the answer might surprise you)
• The free tool to start improving your SEO today  
• Why human-written content beats AI, and by how much  
• How to choose the right influencers and actually get a return  
• What always gets a "no," and how he makes time for his family

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• Neil Patel's Website
• Free SEO Analyzer
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Melissa Urban never wanted to be an entrepreneur. She was happily managing a team at an insurance company when a 30-day experiment she shared on her blog took off, and became the Whole30. In this favorite conversation from the archives, the Whole30 co-founder, CEO and New York Times bestselling author of The Book of Boundaries shares how she grew a national phenomenon with no paid ads for a decade, why she rejects hustle culture, and the word-for-word scripts she uses to protect her time. (We're taking the boundaries advice… we're still deciding on her cold showers.)

You'll learn:

• How Melissa grew Whole30 by giving value away for free
• Why you don't have to "do it all," and how she splits the load at home
• Her real workday schedule, with no nights and no weekends
• Exact scripts for saying no to coffee requests, committees and drop-in visitors
• Why you should never say yes on the spot, and what to say instead
• Her top tips for entrepreneurs, starting with "pay yourself first"

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Or DM me @kimrittberg the word “CONFIDENCE”

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The Book of Boundaries: Set the Limits That Will Set You Free

Melissa Urban’s Instagram

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Before Leanne Morgan was selling out arenas and starring in her own Netflix sitcom, she was a stay-at-home mom of three doing stand-up at jewelry parties, church groups and Rotary Club lunches. In this favorite conversation from the archives, Leanne shares how she built a comedy career on nights and weekends without missing school pickup, and how being real about motherhood helped her carve out a lane almost no one else was in.

You'll learn:

• How Leanne practiced her act anywhere she could before she had a comedy club
• The advice that made her find a different path, and why it worked
• Why standing out beats fitting in, in comedy and in business
• Her regret about pushing her kids too hard, and what she knows she got right
• Why you have to trust your gut when a dream won't go away

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Public speaking isn't really that public. The moment you're actually nervous about isn't a keynote — it's the next meeting, the Zoom call, the five minutes where you have to make your point before someone jumps in. And almost nobody is coaching you for that.

In this solo episode, Kim breaks down the exact framework she teaches executives and teams — including Fortune-level companies — to communicate with more confidence in the rooms they're already in. No stage required.

You'll learn:

• Why "mindset, skill set, mastery" is the order that actually works — and why skipping straight to skills backfires
• The Four S's: a simple, physical way to override nerves before any meeting that matters
• The reframe that changes everything about self-promotion: it's not bragging, it's data
• A homework assignment you can use before your very next high-stakes meeting

If you've ever left a meeting thinking "I know I rambled" or frozen up before sharing a win you actually earned, this episode gives you the tools to fix it — starting with your next meeting, not your next stage.

:00 — Cold open: public speaking isn't really that public

0:45 — The reframe: why the ROI is in the room you're already in

1:45 — The framework: mindset, skill set, mastery

3:00 — Skill #1: The Four S's

4:15 — Skill #2: Bragging vs. data

5:30 — Homework and close

Connect with Kim: 

Speaker Website: 

https://www.kimrittberg.com/speaker

Podcast: The Exit Interview with Kim Rittberg

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What if the only thing holding you back isn't a lack of discipline—but a belief you don't even know you have?

In this episode, bestselling author Nir Eyal (Hooked, Indistractable, Beyond Belief) breaks down the science of limiting beliefs and reveals why positive thinking alone won't get you unstuck. If you've ever wanted to show up on video, grow your business on social media, or finally take action on goals you keep putting off—this conversation is for you.

Whether you're a business owner afraid to post on LinkedIn, a real estate agent who wants to start making videos, or an entrepreneur stuck in analysis paralysis—this episode gives you a practical, science-backed system to change your beliefs and finally take action.

📌 Timestamps:

0:00 – Why beliefs are the missing link in motivation

3:15 – The motivation triangle explained

6:05 – Overcoming fear of judgment and imposter syndrome

9:49 – Pain vs. suffering: reframing stage fright

11:30 – Beliefs are tools, not truths

16:11 – Why fixating on the past keeps you stuck

19:25 – The surgery without anesthesia study

23:27 – Why positive thinking backfires (and what works instead)

31:51 – The hope floats experiment 41:11 – Nocebo effect: when beliefs become biology 47:24 – Step-by-step framework for changing limiting beliefs

52:39 – Nir's career journey and advice for aspiring authors

You will learn:

1. Motivation is a triangle, not a straight line. Knowing what to do and why isn't enough. You also need the belief that you can do it and that it's worth doing. Without belief, even perfect information won't lead to action.

2. Limiting beliefs are invisible—to you. You can spot other people's limiting beliefs easily, but your own feel like facts. Uncovering them requires deliberate reflection and a structured process.

3. Pain is information. Suffering is interpretation. The same physiological signals (racing heart, sweaty palms) can be interpreted as anxiety or as your body preparing to perform. What you believe about the sensation determines whether it helps or hurts you.

4. Beliefs are tools, not truths. Unlike facts (which can't change) or faith (which rarely changes), beliefs can be revised based on whether they're serving you. Choosing a useful belief isn't self-deception—it's strategy.

5. Positive thinking alone backfires. Studies show that visualizing success can actually reduce motivation. What works: mental contrasting—imagining obstacles and preparing for how you'll handle them.

6. Hope is learned, not helplessness. Research shows we're born helpless and must learn hope. The "hope floats" experiment demonstrated that rats taught to expect rescue swam 240 times longer than those who weren't. The same principle applies to human persistence.

7. A 4-question framework for changing beliefs:

• Is it true?
• Is it absolutely true?
• Who am I when I hold this belief?
• Who would I be without it?

Then do a "turnaround"—ask whether the opposite could also be true—and collect a portfolio of perspectives.

Quotes from our guest: 

• “Beliefs are tools, not truths.”
• “Pain is information. Suffering is the interpretation.”
• “Impostor syndrome isn’t a disease. It’s a belief.”
• “Your beliefs become your reality.”
• “High performers interpret fear differently.”
• “This is what it feels like to get better.”
• “Changing your beliefs changes your actions.”

LINKS:

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Subscribe to Kim's YouTube Channel http://youtube.com/@kimrittbergcontent to Make Better Videos that Convert 

GUEST LINKS:

Website: https://nirandfar.com

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nireyal/

Instagram - https://instagram.com/nireyal

Book: Beyond Belief: https://geni.us/beyondbelief

Free belief change guide: https://www.nirandfar.com/beyond-belief-live

Bonus content and the 30-Day Belief Transformation Journal is here: nirandfar.com/beyond-belief

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Do you struggle with showing up confidently on camera? You’re not alone. In this episode, Kim Rittberg—an award-winning marketer and video coach—shares her powerful MSR framework to help you overcome fear, find your voice, and show up consistently.

🧠 MSR System Breakdown:

 Mindset: Believe the camera can help you achieve your goals. Replace self-doubt with motivation.

💪 Skillset: On-camera confidence is a learned skill. You’re not “bad on camera”—you’re just in training.

🔁 Repetition: Practice makes progress. The more you show up, the faster you’ll improve.

Whether you’re a business owner, coach, or creative professional, these tips will help you speak with clarity, confidence, and authenticity on video

You will learn: 

•  (00:21) How your mindset determines your on-camera presence.
•  (01:52) Why confidence is a skillset you can learn, not something you’re born with.
•   (03:30) How repetition and small, consistent steps help you improve faster.
•   (04:13) The key habits that make you feel natural and confident on video.

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Sick of being the best-kept secret? Learn how to get SEEN & booked onto podcasts and stages at my free workshop on April 15, 2026 at 12 PM EST & 8 PM EST. Register here: https://www.kimrittberg.com/expertwebinar 

This workshop will be LIVE ONLY. Don’t miss it!

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Free Live Workshop with Award-Winning Media Executive & TEDx Speaker Kim Rittberg

STOP BEING THE BEST-KEPT SECRET: How to Turn Your Expertise into Stages, Clients and Podcast Invitations with the “SEEN Framework”

Live Virtual Workshop on Wednesday, April 15th at 12 PM EST / 9 AM PST & Wednesday, April 15 8 PM EST / 5 PM PST

{Virtual Workshop for Founders, Coaches, Consultants & Agents looking to increase their visibility)

You’re “accomplished but anonymous.” It's time to fix that! You've delivered real results. You are an expert. But if people don’t fully understand what you do, and how amazing you are - you play small and stay invisible. I know this because it happened to me.

Even after working at Netflix, producing national TV news and being a media executive, when I became a founder - I was “accomplished but anonymous.” I needed to stand out. Once I cracked that code, I became a two-time TEDx speaker, a sought-after keynote speaker, and a trusted expert featured in Forbes, Fast Company and Business Insider with potential clients messaging me several times a week.

In this workshop, I’ll show you the exact steps I learned in 20 years in TV, at Netflix, at PEOPLE, and that I now apply to thousands of professionals around the country. I'll share the secrets that land them more clients, podcast invitations and speaking gigs.

YOU WILL LEARN

• My SEEN Framework for turning your knowledge into authority - to land speaking opportunities and podcast invitations 

• My PATCH Framework for showing up confidently on stage and on camera so event planners are mesmerized by you 

• The 1-step messaging shift that makes people instantly understand your value

THIS WORKSHOP IS LIVE ONLY….and during this dynamic workshop you will get access to my proprietary “Magnetic Pitch” live at the workshop - with the exact language my clients and I use to land speaking opportunities.

WEDS APRIL 15 12 PM / 9 AM PST 

WEDS APRIL 15 8 PM EST / 5 PM PST

Live only - no replay

Register here: https://www.kimrittberg.com/expertwebinar

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Michele Brazil spent 15 years producing content for powerhouse outlets like Oprah Winfrey Show, HBO Real Sports, and Sundance Channel before stepping away from her career to raise her children.

While motherhood brought deep fulfillment, Michelle eventually faced a question many women experience during major life transitions: Who am I without my job title?

After feeling reduced to “just a stay-at-home mom” in social settings, Michelle began searching for a way to reconnect with her identity, skills, and passions.

That search led her to volunteer work with the Fiver Children’s Foundation, where she rediscovered her leadership abilities and confronted imposter syndrome head-on. Through her involvement, Michele realized that motherhood had actually strengthened many of her professional skills—organization, negotiation, leadership, and emotional intelligence.

Today, Michele empowers women to reclaim their confidence, speak up in rooms where they once felt invisible, and redefine success on their own terms.

 You will learn: 

• How to navigate identity shifts during major life transitions

• Why many high achievers struggle with imposter syndrome

• The powerful leadership skills developed through motherhood

• How volunteering can help you rediscover purpose and confidence

• Why celebrating small wins is essential for personal growth

LINKS:

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GUEST LINKS:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iammicheb
• Wed: https://www.michelebrazil.com/

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Building thought leadership doesn’t have to feel awkward. In this episode, Kim Rittberg shares insights from her recent workshop at the Fast Company Innovation Festival, including why you should stop stressing about your “personal brand” and instead focus on sharing your professional perspective.

You will learn:

✨ Why hiding from the camera is actually hiding from clients and opportunities

✨ How video helps you connect with people and get promoted by social media algorithms

✨ The big mindset shift: Stop worrying about your “personal brand” and focus on sharing your professional perspective

✨ What kinds of content actually engage people: industry trends, insights, and what excites you most

✨ Why real people and authentic perspectives always beat faceless corporate updates

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In this episode, we sit down with Stacey Brass-Russell, a former Broadway actress turned transformational business coach, who now helps coaches and creatives build authentic, profitable brands. She shares her unique journey from the stage to the coaching world, and the signature strategies she uses to help clients thrive — including her Yellow Brick Road Marketing Method.

You will learn: 

• Why selling transformation beats selling sessions
• The key to authentic, relationship-based marketing
• How to grow your business organically without relying on funnels or ads
• Why charging high-ticket prices isn’t just smart — it’s strategic
• How to take empowered action and stop waiting for “the perfect time”
• The mindset shift that helps coaches overcome fear and imposter syndrome

LINKS:

FREE DOWNLOAD: 10 Tips to Make Better Video In Less Time (To Grow Your Revenue) click here 

Follow host Kim Rittberg on Instagram & Subscribe to Kim's YouTube Channel to Make Better Videos that Convert 

GUEST LINKS:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/staceybrassrussell/ 
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/staceybrassrussell/ 
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/staceybrassrussell1/ 

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Timestamps & Highlights:

00:00 – Intro: Meet Stacey Brass-Russell

01:12 – From Broadway actress to business coach

03:39 – How Stacey got her first clients organically

04:34 – The #1 mistake most coaches make

05:21 – What is authentic marketing?

07:30 – Why Stacey doesn’t use funnels or ads

09:13 – Building a 6-figure business organically

10:50 – Why high-ticket coaching makes more sense

12:39 – Stacey’s 4-part framework to define your niche

15:57 – How to get in front of the right audience

18:02 – Money mindset: from yoga teacher to numbers-driven CEO

21:46 – What Stacey would do today to get a new client

22:52 – Stop waiting for permission — create your own opportunity

24:52 – The mindset shift that changes everything

27:57 – Fun Broadway story: stepping in on stage at 10 years old

29:31 – Where to find and follow Stacey online

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