Building Two Businesses and a 25-Year Marriage: The Power Couple Behind Award-Winning PR and Design

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Patrick McCaully of PointMan! News Creation and Rachel Ott of Varger Girl Design—a husband-and-wife duo who've successfully built thriving businesses while sharing both a workspace and a marriage for over 25 years. In this masterclass on business, creativity, and life, Rachel and Patrick share their journey from having zero business experience to becoming award-winning entrepreneurs. They open up about the early challenges—from quitting steady jobs to navigating financial stress—and the major world events (9/11, SARS, power outages) that tested their resolve. In this episode, you'll discover: How humour and boldness can transform your PR strategy Why "audacity trumps authenticity" in today's media landscape The real impact of AI on earned media and graphic design Behind-the-scenes stories of award-winning campaigns (including the "Post-Pandemic Primer") Honest advice about working with your spouse—including why separate workspaces matter Why sales skills are essential for every entrepreneur and social impact leader Whether you're building a business, navigating a professional partnership with a loved one, or looking to stand out in a crowded market, this episode offers practical wisdom from two entrepreneurs who've mastered the art of collaboration, creativity, and resilience. Connect with our guests: Rachel Ott:Varga Girl Design Patrick McCaully: Pointman News Creation

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Building Two Businesses and a 25-Year Marriage: The Power Couple Behind Award-Winning PR and Design is an episode from thriveinmylife's podcast by Leigh Mitchell.

This episode is 45:18 long.

This episode was published on Oct 9, 2025.

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