How do you keep the creative fire alive in your relationships and business, years after saying YES? SEASON 3 is your Wake-up call. Truth: your passion didn’t disappear, you let it. Ignite your inner spark. Ditch the excuses. Hosted by Chief Cat Herder Shelby Ring, meet your fellow founders, artists, and game-changers who refuse to settle for ”good enough.” Real talk. No BS. Break free. Your biggest, fearless self is waiting. Unapologetically you. Stop dimming your light. Turn up the volume. #therubyhour
Episodes
Tuesday May 26, 2020
Tuesday May 26, 2020
Do you work late hours working in the hospitality industry and feel totally drained the next day? Well, we’ve got our girl Rachel Starling here with us today to talk all about that. This main chick knows all about the world of hospitality, from becoming a pro at talking with clients to working those brutal late hours.
In this episode, Rachel talks about:
- knowing how to speak to clients
- not taking things personally in a high-speed industry
- and the true power of self-love.
Rachel Starling On The Ruby Hour Show Notes
30:00 Who is Rachel Starling?
1:55 How Rachel got involved in the world of hospitality
10:30 How to be an introvert in a leadership role
13:07 Rachel’s secret super power
16:09 How to have productive and energetic conversations with clients
18:11 Having thick skin in the hospitality industry
24:54 Rachel’s message to the world
27:12 How to not let working late hours affect your mental health
31:07 What Rachel does for fun
33:40 Why doing things solo can be the best gift you ever gave yourself
35:56 Why Shelby can’t run in downtown Charleston
Visit Rachel at Parcel 32, and check out the restaurant at https://parcel32.com/ and https://www.instagram.com/parcel32/?hl=en
Tuesday May 19, 2020
Tuesday May 19, 2020
Have you ever thought your dog was an absolute maniac? Well, maybe it's not your dog after all.
Shannon Wooten is a world-renown hunting dog trainer, based out of Camden, SC. Her and her husband have taught me numerable lessons about working with dogs and myself. She will literally blow your mind with things you think you’re doing right by your dog…but actually you’d be surprised.
In today’s episode, we talk about:
- practical ways you can change your home life with your dog
- how to mind your dog’s manners…and your own
Shannon Wooten On The Ruby Hour Show Notes:
00:50 Meet Shannon Wooten!
2:12 Getting started with Palmetto Gun Dogs
6:26 Everything you’re doing wrong with dogs that you think is right
13:35 Enabling certain behaviors in your life
15:30 Is your dog a maniac? The one thing you might not be considering
20:10 Every dog has a purpose
23:35 Projecting negative energy onto your dog
25:38 There’s more than meets the eye: Creative ways to bond with your pup while living in a city
26:23 The impact Shannon and her team have on clients
27:40 Redneck yoga
29:20 Balancing work life when work is literally living at your home
31:52 Calling people on their dog $#!t
32:47 Implementing daily repetition in your dog’s life
41:05 Recognizing differences in breeds
41:30 How to train your puppy
47:19 Why it’s really not cute when dogs jump on you
Get in touch with Shannon and check out Palmetto Gun dogs on Facebook at @palmettogundogs and on Instagram at @palmettogundogs !
Tuesday May 12, 2020
Tuesday May 12, 2020
Do you hate social media most days? We’ve all been there, trust me. We judge ourselves and our lives constantly by looking at what we THINK people’s lives are like.
We’ve got another cat herder in the house today; the amaazzinngg Sunny Dublick is here to talk marketing! This cat’s got all the experience in dealing with not knowing what the heck she wanted to do as a career, and now she’s freaking crushing it by owning her own business!
In this episode, Sunny talks about:
- the perks of being your own boss
- prioritizing yourself and your own needs
- and the deep, dark world of social media
Sunny Dublick On The Ruby Hour Show Notes:
00:39 Meet Sunny Dublick!
1:20 Starting out in the marketing world
5:14 Working a flexible job
7:47 How Sunny balances her solopreneur work life and her personal life
12:03 How to come to terms with saying no to clients or projects
14:59 Sunny’s favorite form of self care
20:49 Social media shifts in today’s society
24:00 What people are actually looking for on social media
28:42 JOMO: Joy Of Missing Out…and taking care of yourself
41:30 Imposter syndrome: Who do you think you are?
43:40 Putting priorities on the back burner
50:20 Asking for help from professionals is not embarrassing
Check out Sunny's site and get to know her more at sunnydublick.com and @sdublickmarketing on Facebook!
Tuesday May 05, 2020
Tuesday May 05, 2020
We took a trip down memory lane with our good friend and wedding photographer Sol Basconcillo. This guy is literally the bomb, and we’re super excited to share some nuggets of his wisdom today with you!
In this episode, Sol takes photography to the next level by:
- advising photographers who are just getting started in the industry
- sharing all the tricks he has up his sleeve on a wedding day
- and encouraging a healthy work-family balance
Sol Basconcillo On The Ruby Hour Show Notes
0:43 Meet Sol!
1:40 Getting started in photography
4:23 How to transition into photographing weddings and events
5:20 Advice to couples evaluating their big day
6:46 Pro tips for photographers/videographers to stay alive on long shoot days
9:58 Who is Sol beyond the camera?
11:32 How to manage your business as a solo entrepreneur
13:21 Balancing work and family time
16:00 Are you an introvert or an extrovert?
19:08 Sol’s past life
22:55 Advice to couples who aren’t exactly camera hogs
25:16 The importance of "taking five” on your wedding day
35:44 Sol’s philosophy in energy positivity
40:21 Shifting in your business
43:08 Sol’s favorite Charleston venues
45:55 How to delegate funds for what you really want on your wedding day
Check out Sol and his portfolio at https://sol.photography/ and @solography on Instagram!
Tuesday Apr 28, 2020
Tuesday Apr 28, 2020
Are you an introvert finding yourself in an extroverted role in your job? This episode is for you! Erica Peper, founder of Peper Events, shares her journey on how to rock a luxury wedding planning service here in Charleston as an introvert.
In this episode, Erica shares:
- moving across the country
- learning to make new friends as a grown-ass woman
- some practical ways she likes to recharge after a big extroverted wedding weekend
Erica Peper On The Ruby Hour Show Notes:
1:02 Meet Erica Peper!
4:15 What herding kindergarteners and groomsmen have in common
5:30 Being an introvert in an extroverted job position
7:10 How to get your energy back after a draining work event
8:01 How to generate additional business from a “One Hit Wonder” industry
13:03 The real cost of going with “a good deal” instead of trusting your gut
15:55 The power of working with your squad
17:15 How to spread your baby-bird wings when you’re a grown-ass adult
18:58 How to not pay people to be your friends when you’re twenty-something
21:48 How to create an inclusive, collaborative community with partners in your industry
26:28 How to deliver exceptional service when shit hits the fan
33:13 Advice to couples when having sticky conversations about budget and family involvement
35:29 How to wheel and deal to get exactly what you want on your wedding day
39:53 Erica’s number one regret on her wedding day
41:00 That time Shelby gunned down all her bridesmaids
Visit Erica's website and check her out at http://peperevents.com/services/
Tuesday Apr 21, 2020
Tuesday Apr 21, 2020
Have you ever experienced physical pain from something that has emotionally hurt you? I think we can all say yes to that one. Today, we’ve brought in massage therapist Mark Foil. We have experienced his amazing work at first hand and can truly testify to this massage guru’s words.
In this episode, we dig deep into:
- how emotional trauma can trigger certain parts of our bodies
- how self-care is so important to someone who cares for others all day long
- and an amazing story about one of Mark’s most special patients.
Mark Foil On The Ruby Hour Show Notes
00:46 Meet Mark Foil
2:00 Origin of becoming a massage therapist
7:14 Recognizing the energy and tension of a patient’s body
11:13 How emotional trauma can physically affect your body
15:12 How Mark decompresses after a long day of taking care of other people
18:24 Energy forcefield
22:50 Energetically traveling back in time with clients
27:45 Mark’s dream client
33:49 Mark’s cold-blooded patient
42:16 How Mark enjoys winding down from a long day
43:47 The secret life of Mark
47:54 Balancing energy for self-care
Contact Mark Foil at markfoiljr@gmail.com to book an appointment with him!
Tuesday Apr 14, 2020
Tuesday Apr 14, 2020
Ever wondered what goes on behind DJ booths? We’re breaking it down *wink wink* with David Fox who shares his DJ experience at weddings and behind the scenes. We take it way back with our friend David and may even get a little off-topic…multiple times.
In this episode, David talks about:
-the secrets to becoming the best DJ
-why being a good MC is so important
-and the inappropriate middle school trickery that got him to where he is today
David Fox On The Ruby Hour Show Notes
00:45 - Meet David Fox
1:47 - Origin of becoming a DJ?
5:00 - How to find legit employees that match your company
8:00 - If looks could kill: The secret to making a fantastic impression with your clients
11:55 - How to get comfortable using a microphone
17:03 - Shelby’s lav mic nightmare
20:23 - David’s videographer horror stories
26:40 - How to make David uncomfortable
32:33 - David’s three movies he’d take on a desert island
34:36 - Lord of the rings impressions and such
36:40 - David’s craziest nature story
37:20 - Boydholes
40:20 - Would you rather
42:17 - What DJs go through on wedding days
46:45 - A walk down David’s middle school memory lane
49:08 - The flasher
49:30 - David’s spirit animal
Visit the BunnDJ website and check them out at https://bunndjcompany.com/ and https://www.instagram.com/bunndjchs/?hl=en
Tuesday Apr 07, 2020
Tuesday Apr 07, 2020
If you’ve ever been in a role of leadership, yet haaaaate confrontation — this episode is for you. In today’s episode, we talk with Haley Kelly — mama of 2 little ones, and one of the most brilliant and soulful power-house planners here in our city.
If you’ve ever wondered how to maneuver:
- scaling your business while balancing your home life and friendships,
- giving yourself permission to slow down and take time to recharge,
- how the heck to stay relevant in this #insta social media era
You’re gonna wanna jump in this episode.
Listen now!
Haley Kelly On The Ruby Hour Show Notes:
00:38 Who is Haley Kelly?
1:40 How did you get to where you are today?
3:50 How to balance being a mom and a business owner
7:55 Working your way from the ground up
10:21 Working as a full-service wedding planner
12:21 Haley Kelly’s mantra to live by
13:55 Haley Kelly’s happy place
15:22 What the heck is a babymoon?
16:08 How to be assertive while hating conflict?
20:36 Haley Kelly’s lady squad
23:30 How to launch and scale a wedding planning business
27:12 How to stay relevant on social media
29:00 Best advice for a couple planning a wedding
31:08 How do you like to unwind?
32:14 Behind the scenes wedding stories
35:23 Haley Kelly’s wedding day
37:38 Wedding venues in Charleston, SC
40:27 Tips for handling family involvement in your wedding plan
Tuesday Mar 31, 2020
Tuesday Mar 31, 2020
Did you ever have teacup parties underwater? Today we introduce you to an alternate reality, the world of Leigh Webber. She combined her childhood love of water and her passion for photography into a successful business here in Charleston! In this episode, we talk about having an unusual service offering, adapting to constantly changing environments as a photographer, and becoming unique to your social media viewers in a world where anyone can take a picture.
The Ruby Hour With Leigh Webber Show Notes:
00:32 Who is Leigh Webber?
1:53 Why underwater photography is a totally different world
3:07 How this creative form of photography took on a life of its own
6:00 Diving into the unknown process of underwater photography
11:40 From a water baby to becoming an underwater photographer
12:08 What’s one of your favorite memories with water growing up?
13:16 Working with first-timers during an underwater shoot
15:25 How to stand out in a world where anyone can take a picture
18:58 How to adapt to changes that come with photographing underwater
22:05 The difference in shooting in the water versus on land
29:46 Keys to owning your own business and taking chances
31:06 Working with people who have a similar vibe and love what you love
33:09 Rolling with the punches during a shoot
35:18 What’s your happy place?
36:56 The struggle of traveling with heavy ass cameras
41:20 How to set yourself up to succeed as a photography business owner
Check out more of Leigh's work at https://www.leighwebber.com
Tuesday Mar 24, 2020