Episode Summary
In this behind-the-scenes episode, Jessica Rhodes pulls back the curtain on her personal coaching relationship with Samantha Ruberto, her energy coach and mentor. Discover how intentional energy work and inner awareness can literally transform your business, relationships, and life. Samantha shares her spiritual awakening story, the power of "soul surgery" coaching, and how Jessica went from grief and overwhelm to closing $7K in sales and sponsoring a major summit—all within 48 hours of investing in her inner work.
Key Topics & Timestamps
How They Met & The Power of Energetic Connection [0:00–7:00]
- Jessica and Samantha connected in Melanie Ann Lair's AFE Next Mastermind (2024)
- The invisible, energetic pull between certain people
- Why people magnetize to you based on how you make them feel, not just what you say
Samantha's Spiritual Awakening Story [2:00–6:10]
- At 26, Samantha had a spiritual awakening (looked like a midlife crisis from the outside)
- She was climbing society's ladder in real estate but realized she wasn't happy despite checking all the boxes
- The power of tuning out the outside world and listening to your inner voice
The Grief Work & "Soul Surgery" Coaching [8:00–17:00]
- Jess's business partnership with Margy ended; they separated their company
- Managing grief while staying friends and maintaining respect
- Samantha's approach to emotional work: reaching the energetics of a situation (the root)
- Instead of "blowing up" the relationship, they reshaped the energy to honor the love and growth
The 48-Hour Shift [15:00–17:00]
- After one coaching session with Samantha and committing to her Soul Surgery program, Jess:
- Committed to sponsoring JJ Virgin's Mindshare Summit
- Closed $7K+ in sales (multiple client sign-ups)
- How inner work directly impacts your magnetic energy in business
Intentions, Manifesting & Handling Life's Curveballs [18:00–22:00]
- Real-life example: Jess set an intention to be "surprised"—couch arrived 10 min early
- The two roads: react with frustration OR handle it with grace
- When you trust the process, you surf through life's challenges with presence
- Samantha's 12-year track record: inner work consistently leads to a better life
Awareness Is the Game Changer [23:00–27:00]
- It's not just mindset, somatic work, or nervous system regulation—it's all together
- Where attention goes, energy flows (Dr. Joe Dispenza)
- Building your awareness muscle to combat ego and negative thinking patterns
- 95% of our thoughts are subconscious and programmed to keep us "safe"
- This often leads to self-sabotage; rewiring the unconscious mind is where transformation happens
How to Work With Samantha [27:00–End]
- The Glow Up — foundational program to enter Samantha's world (101 of the work)
- Soul Surgery — one-to-one mentorship (deeper transformation)
- Find her on Instagram: @samantharuberto (or search: Samantha Ruberto)
Key Takeaways
✨ Energy is everything. People don't just hear your words; they feel your energy. Magnetizing clients starts with inner work.
✨ Awareness is the first step. Notice how interactions make you feel: expansive or contracted? This awareness is transformational.
✨ Inner work = outer results. Jess's business breakthrough followed immediately after committing to coaching her inner world.
✨ Grief doesn't have to be messy. With the right support, you can navigate relationship shifts with love, respect, and grace.
✨ Your unconscious runs the show. 95% of thoughts are subconscious; rewiring these patterns dissolves self-sabotage and unlocks your potential.
Memorable Quotes
"People can feel your energy, they'll just be magnetized to you once they hear you speak."
— Jessica Rhodes
"Awareness and paying attention is the first step in transformation."
— Samantha Ruberto
"It's not just what you're saying, it's how you make people feel. That's what magnetizes people to want to work with you."
— Jessica Rhodes
"When you truly love being you—through genuine inner work—your energy emits the most radiant glow and attracts everything meant for you."
— Samantha Ruberto
Guest Info:
Samantha Ruberto
Energy Coach | Somatic Practitioner | Mindset Coach | Soul Surgery Mentor
📍 Find Samantha:
- Instagram: @samantharuberto
- Programs: The Glow Up | Soul Surgery (one-to-one mentorship)
- Link in bio for all offerings
Episode Resources
- JJ Virgin's Mindshare Summit (mentioned as Interview Connections sponsorship)
- Dr. Joe Dispenza (referenced for: "Where attention goes, energy flows")
- Melanie Ann Lair's AFE Next Mastermind
Call to Action
Ready to Master Podcast Guesting? Join Jessica Rhodes in the Podcast Guesting Masterclass to learn how to land interviews on podcasts your ideal clients are already listening to. Register here: interviewconnections.com/masterclass-2026
Coaches: If you resonated with Samantha's message about energy, presence, and magnetizing clients through inner work, connect with her on Instagram. The combination of strategy (like podcast guesting) + inner alignment (like energy coaching) is the formula for sustainable business growth.
For your podcast guesting strategy, don't forget: people book guests based on energy and connection. Work on being the most aligned, present version of yourself, and your podcast opportunities will follow.
