Resilience and Marketing Mastery with Joshua Ramsey
WHR 3.225: Navigating Business Growth with KPIs and Narrative

Episode Summary:
In this episode of the Work at Home Rockstar Podcast, Tim Melanson chats with Joshua Ramsey, a Fractional Chief Marketing Officer and founder of JRCMO. Joshua shares his inspiring journey from getting laid off 30 days before his wedding to building multiple successful businesses from home. He opens up about lessons learned from failure, the power of a personal narrative in marketing, and how setting clear KPIs can make or break your business growth. This episode is packed with RockStar Tips for anyone scaling their business the smart way.

Who is Joshua Ramsey?
Joshua Ramsey is a Fractional Chief Marketing Officer and the founder of JRCMO, a full-stack marketing agency. Since 2001, Joshua has executed over 80,000 marketing campaigns across the US. He helps business owners cut costs, streamline strategy, and increase ROI without the burden of hiring a full-time executive. With a passion for clarity, narrative, and measurable results, Joshua empowers entrepreneurs to market with purpose and precision.

Connect with Joshua Ramsey
Website: https://jrcmo.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jrcmo_usa/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JRcmo/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jrcmo/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joshuaramseycmo?lang=en
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@joshuaramseyfraccmo

Host Contact Details
Website: https://workathomerockstar.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/workathomerockstar
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/workathomerockstar
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timmelanson
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WorkAtHomeRockStarPodcast
Twitter: https://twitter.com/workathomestar
Email: tim@workathomerockstar.com

In this Episode
00:25 – Story of Success: Laid off before his wedding, now running four companies
04:00 – Lessons from Failure: Burnout and bankruptcy from growing too fast
07:15 – Rockstar Tip: Use your personal story as your USP
13:01 – Delegation through small team pods
16:39 – Setting and tracking KPIs to ensure accountability
25:26 – Test Before You Invest: Marketing smart on any budget
28:51 – Guest Solo: Joshua’s narrative-driven approach to CMO consulting

Unlocking an Extra Hour: Strategies for Maximizing Time
WHR 3.224: Mark Ellwood

Episode Summary:
In this episode of the Work at Home Rockstar Podcast, Tim sits down with productivity expert Mark Ellwood, President of PACE Productivity Inc., to dive into the science of how we spend our time. Mark shares his journey as an inventor and entrepreneur, highlighting how a simple pivot turned a clunky device into a widely embraced tool for time studies. From practical delegation to managing business cash flow with spreadsheets, this conversation is full of actionable advice for remote workers and business owners looking to maximize every hour.

Who is Mark Ellwood?
Mark Ellwood is an internationally recognized productivity consultant and the creator of the TimeCorder, a unique device that helps organizations track and improve employee time use. With over three decades of experience working from home, Mark blends innovation, humor, and data to inspire businesses to focus on what matters most. His work extends into strategic facilitation, executive time research, and team development in both corporate and First Nations contexts.

Connect with Mark Ellwood:
Website: https://www.getmoredone.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markellwood1/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MarkEllwood

Host Contact Details:
Website: https://workathomerockstar.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/workathomerockstar
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/workathomerockstar
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timmelanson
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WorkAtHomeRockStarPodcast
Twitter: https://twitter.com/workathomestar
Email: tim@workathomerockstar.com

In this Episode:
00:00 Story of Success: How the TimeCorder became a breakthrough tool
02:00 Lesson from Failure: Why the original product didn't sell
08:00 Delegation tips from a solo entrepreneur who contracts with purpose
15:00 The truth about fans, SEO, and the power of Google Ads
22:00 Building a practical, flexible cash flow system that actually works
28:00 Guest Solo: Mark's current research on executive women and First Nations
33:00 Why admin work hasn’t disappeared and how to spend time wisely

Finding Focus and Freedom with Steven Puri
WHR 3.223: From Hollywood to Home Office – How Steven Puri Built a Happiness-Driven Company

Episode Summary:
In this episode of the Work at Home Rockstar Podcast, Tim chats with Steven Puri, Founder and CEO of The Sukha Company. Steven shares his journey from producing Hollywood blockbusters like Independence Day and Star Trek to building a tech company that helps remote workers reclaim their time and joy. He reveals how listening to real user feedback transformed his focus app, how failures in early ventures shaped his leadership, and why his mission now is rooted in happiness, not hustle. This conversation dives deep into tenacity, parenting, AI, and the evolving meaning of work.

Who is Steven Puri?
Steven Puri is the Founder and CEO of The Sukha Company. His mission is to help millions of remote workers focus better, work smarter, and ultimately live happier lives. Before launching Sukha, Steven had an impressive career in both film and tech—starting out as a newscaster, then a software engineer, and eventually producing CGI effects for Oscar-winning films. He served as a senior executive at 20th Century Fox and DreamWorks, managing major franchises like Die Hard and Star Trek. Today, from his home base in Austin, TX, he’s focused on using technology to create a more mindful and balanced remote work experience.

Connect with Steven Puri:
Website: https://thesukha.co
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenpuri

Host Contact Details:
Website: https://workathomerockstar.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/workathomerockstar
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/workathomerockstar
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timmelanson
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WorkAtHomeRockStarPodcast
Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/workathomestar
Email: tim@workathomerockstar.com

In this Episode:
At 00:41, Steven shares the origin of the Sukha Company, including how a user’s feedback inspired its name and mission.
At 06:57, he opens up about walking away from Hollywood to rediscover purpose and fulfillment through tech.
At 12:00, he talks about how tenacity—not talent—was the key to long-term success, both in film and entrepreneurship.
At 15:06, Steven offers insight into raising a child with values and freedom to explore their passions.
At 22:09, the conversation turns to AI and the philosophical question of truth in a digital world.
At 28:12, in the Guest Solo segment, Steven gives us a deep dive into the Sukha platform and how it’s helping engineers, designers, and writers focus better and work less.

Episode Summary:
In this inspiring episode of the Work at Home Rockstar Podcast, Tim Melanson chats with Katie O’Malley, Executive Coach and Founder of (en)Courage Coaching. Katie opens up about her leap from higher education into full-time entrepreneurship, the power of self-compassion, and the invisible forces that challenge leadership. From launching her business at 40 to giving a TEDx talk, Katie brings actionable wisdom for anyone striving to build a purposeful and flexible work-from-home life.

Who is Katie O'Malley?
Katie O’Malley is an Executive Coach and Leadership Educator with twenty years of experience in nonprofit, education, and corporate spaces. She founded (en)Courage Coaching to make leadership and career development more accessible and empowering. Her work is recognized by Fast Company and Thrive Global, and she’s spoken at SHRM, Women in Retail, and TEDx Boston.

Connect with Katie O'Malley:
Website: https://encouragecoaching.org
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/encouragecoachchicago/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ENCOURAGECOACHCHICAGO
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kateomalley/

Host Contact Details:
Website: https://workathomerockstar.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/workathomerockstar
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/workathomerockstar
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timmelanson
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WorkAtHomeRockStarPodcast
Twitter: https://twitter.com/workathomestar
Email: tim@workathomerockstar.com

In this Episode:
00:33 – Katie shares her journey from higher ed to launching her coaching business
04:24 – Authentic client relationships and how she avoids “salesy” pressure
07:45 – A leadership failure and what it taught her about accountability
12:31 – How she managed stress after an attempted break-in
18:37 – Her morning routine for energy, clarity, and balance
20:44 – Why self-compassion is critical for sustainable success
24:36 – Her take on modern leadership and freedom in the workplace
30:24 – The TEDx talk: how it came to be and what it’s about
34:47 – Katie reveals her favorite rockstar and her music influences