RootsUp Podcast

The RootsUp Podcast is where entrepreneurial leaders and teams learn how to grow the life they want—starting at the roots. Hosted by Steve Perkins, Founder & CEO of Greenhouse Coaching, we go beyond surface-level advice to focus on the core habits and mindsets that drive real career and leadership growth. We go where you want to grow.


What’s inside?

✔️ Conversations with coaches & clients on how they’re using the RootsUp approach to see real results in work and life.

✔️ Practical insights on time management, delegation, 1:1s, career pivots, leadership development, and more.

✔️ Candid discussions about non-linear career paths, personality quirks, and the realities of professional growth.


Start your growth journey today.

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*Formerly known as Career Sweetspot, now the RootsUp Podcast!


Self-Improvement
Entrepreneurship
Careers
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#246 - Generalist is a Skill (from PFN's Addict...
33 min
2
#245 - Reworking Networking (from PFN's Addicte...
35 min
3
#244 - Career Sweetspot (from PFN's Addicted to...
41 min
4
#243 - CEO of Your Calendar (from PFN's Addicte...
34 min
5
#242 - Meeting Modes (from PFN's Gut + Science ...
33 min
6
#241 - The Key to Dynamic Delegation (from PFN'...
43 min
7
#240 - Weekly Planning Rhythms (from PFN's Gut ...
44 min
8
#239 - How to Lead Simple 1-on-1s (from PFN's G...
39 min
9
Introducing: The RootsUp Podcast
Let's grow the life you want!
3 min
10
#238 - The Surprising Habit That Transformed My...
Is your relationship stuck on autopilot? Between work, kids, and life’s chaos, it’s easy to feel disconnected and trapped in the "roommates" cycle. In this episode, Steve Perkins introduces the Relationship Meetup, a simple weekly habit that helped him and his wife rebuild connection, foster appreciation, and reignite excitement in their marriage. Whether you're struggling with communication, emotional tension, or just feel the spark has faded, this tool offers a way forward.
11 min
11
#237 - STOP Undervaluing Yourself as a Generali...
Do you ever dread the question, “So, what do you do?” As a generalist, it’s easy to feel like you don’t fit into one box—and that can be exhausting. But here’s the truth: being a generalist is not a weakness; it’s an incredibly valuable skill!
7 min
12
#236 - An Effective, Non-Awkward Approach to Ne...
Here's the mistake most people make when trying to land a job or find paying clients to grow a new business: they focus on their resume or website or socials, when the opportunities come through conversations!
5 min
13
#235 - Why Delegation Never Seems to Work
Delegation is often misunderstood. As leaders, we’re told to delegate more, yet we feel like we need to do everything ourselves. I was stuck in this tension for years until I found a game-changing approach: delegating the thinking. It’s more than handing off tasks; it’s empowering people to own the work. This video walks through the process so you can free up time and achieve better results as a leader.
10 min
14
#234 - The Key to Finding Career Clarity
Do you ever feel like everyone else knows what they want to do, but you’re just spinning your wheels? You’re not alone. The reality is, 75% of the workforce is rethinking their careers! So whether you’re frustrated in your current job, tired of trading time for money, or just feeling lost and unsure of where to start, we’ve got you covered.
8 min
15
#233 - How to Say Goodbye to Chaotic Busyness
In this episode, we kick off with the first in our six-part series: CEO of Your Calendar. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by your schedule or like you're constantly playing catch-up, this one’s for you.
8 min
16
#232 - Your Generalist Personal Brand Statement...
Can you say what you do in 30 seconds or less?
43 min
17
#231 - Designing Your Ideal Life with David Gre...
Why should we just accept the status quo of our lives?
53 min
18
#230 - Finding Breakthroughs in Daily Life with...
Don't wait around for that *one big breakthrough* to make a change.
51 min
19
#229 - Roots-Up Approach: Finding Your Core Ide...
Who are you, really?
53 min
20
#228 - ‘What If Work Wasn’t Your Whole Identit...
Can work help create the life you want?
42 min
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#227 - Redefining the Future of Work with Tony ...
The world of work is shifting. What does that mean for you?
49 min
22
#226 - From WHAT to HOW: Ashley Jablow on Findi...
We hide behind the “I don’t know what I want!” but in reality, our TRUE fear is “I don’t know how to make it happen.”
33 min
23
#225 - Chris Payne: The Generalist Dilemma
Is being good at a lot of things...a bad thing?
36 min
24
#224 - Entrepreneurship + Taking Action with Ta...
Steve and Tara share the ups and downs of entrepreneurship and emphasize why taking action is the key.
54 min
25
#223 - Navigating Adult Friendships + Low-Press...
Why is making friends as an adult so hard?
42 min