Leadership in Rooms That Don’t Clap: Discovering True Influence Beyond the Spotlight

Real leadership doesn’t need applause... it requires stewardship. In this episode, Karina Cook explores what it means to lead faithfully in rooms that may never recognize you publicly but still shape lives, communities, and legacies.

She shares her personal journey serving in Solano County boards and committees, reflecting on how quiet leadership can create lasting impact when guided by humility and purpose. Learn how to multiply your gifts, serve with integrity, and lead with faith, even when no one’s watching.

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Faith and Strategy: The Secret to Success in Business and Life

In this episode, Karina Cook unpacks why faith and strategy work best together. She shares how “figuring it out as you go” often leads to chaos... and how a clear plan, paired with faith, creates peace, provision, and lasting success.

Learn why God can’t bless confusion, the cost of not having a plan, and how to start aligning your actions with purpose.

📖 “The plans of the diligent surely lead to abundance.” - Proverbs 21:5

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Not every good idea is a God assignment. In this episode, Karina unpacks the difference between chasing profit and pursuing purpose... and how aligning with God’s assignment brings peace, provision, and sustainability. Drawing from scriptures like Proverbs 14:12, Nehemiah 6:3, and Matthew 6:33, she shares practical ways to discern your path and stay rooted in Kingdom vision. Free Resources & Links

📥 Download my free e-book on how to save money in taxes → https://karinacooksage.myflodesk.com/howtosavemoneyintaxesfortheselfemployed

🎧 Listen to the audio podcast → Apple Podcasts, Spotify and other major platforms: https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/evolving-out-loud/id1830502544

📅 Book a strategy call → https://calendly.com/ezsagekarinacook/discovery-call-clone?month=2025-09


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Your offer isn’t the problem... your systems are. In this episode, I share how messy infrastructure cost me a $15K client and the exact shifts to fix your backend before it silently kills your growth. We’ll cover:

How sloppy systems push clients away

Pricing from value, not guilt

The profit math every CEO must know

Scaling with structure instead of stress

Building retention through client experience

This is education, not financial advice. Always consult your advisor.

📥 Free e-book → https://karinacooksage.myflodesk.com/howtosavemoneyintaxesfortheselfemployed
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Too many entrepreneurs are stuck in survival mode because of half-truths about money. In this episode, I’m exposing what your CPA isn’t telling you... why reinvesting every dollar is risky, how to actually build wealth beyond savings, and the smart way to use profit, taxes, and debt to create legacy.

You’ll hear:

The difference between saving and building wealth

Why underreporting income keeps you broke (and unqualified for real leverage)

How to use productive debt to expand instead of implode

Why focused strategy scales faster than scattered hustle

The role of a tax strategist vs. a CPA in your wealth plan

This is education, not financial advice. Always consult your own advisor.

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Too many entrepreneurs chase growth in business but stay stagnant in faith. In this episode, Karina Cook shares how her own journey from infancy to intimacy with God reshaped the way she leads, builds, and balances business with true spiritual maturity. Want to work with me?

Apply here → https://calendly.com/ezsagekarinacook/discovery-call-clone


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You’ll hear practical insights on reverence, daily dedication, and community plus why aligning your finances and business with faith is the key to peace and clarity.

Tune in for a raw, faith-filled conversation about growing in intimacy with God while building a business that lasts.

In this episode of Evolving Out Loud, Karina shares the real reason many entrepreneurs lose money: tax mismanagement. From powerful strategies like the Augusta Rule to simple mindset shifts, she walks through what your CPA might not be telling you and how to fix it. Learn the difference between tax prep and tax strategy, how to reduce your fear around taxes, and why starting early can save you thousands.

If you're ready to grow more and keep more, this episode is for you.

Download our free ebook on how to save money in taxes https://karinacooksage.myflodesk.com/howtosavemoneyintaxesfortheselfemployed

In this episode of Evolving Out Loud, Im diving into the importance of setting boundaries in business and personal life. I share my journey and experiences on how establishing clear boundaries has helped me avoid unhealthy conflicts, honor my true self, and elevate my business practices.

I emphasize the necessity of vocalizing our needs and values respectfully to foster better relationships and preserve mental well-being.

Through personal anecdotes and practical advice, I encourage you to embrace your voice and create a healthy balance between serving others and protecting your own time and resources. Join me as we evolve out loud together.