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Compass Stories

Veronica Sterling

Booking Overview

This is an interview-led personal development and life-transitions show focused on resilience, healing, purpose, leadership, and caregiving, combining external expert conversations with the host’s solo travel reflections. Credible candidates include trauma clinicians, resilience and mental-health specialists, caregiving or hospice leaders, first-responder wellness professionals, and authors or keynote speakers with practical frameworks and relevant lived experience; booking difficulty is low because recent guests are accessible subject-matter experts rather than major celebrities.

Metrics

Episodes: 32

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 21 subscribers

Instagram: 310 followers

Page updated: Oct 28, 2026 · How we check this data

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

veronica@veronicasterling.com

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Host

Veronica Sterling - Former hospice CEO, keynote speaker, and creator of The Commitment Compass, focused on helping people navigate disruption, clarify purpose, strengthen connection, and move through life transitions.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
Licensed or formally trained mental-health and trauma professionals, experienced leadership or caregiving practitioners, first-responder wellness specialists, keynote speakers, authors, and guests with substantial lived experience paired with practical expertise.
Required Achievements:  
Professional licenses or specialized certifications, Published books or established educational programs, Keynote speaking and coaching experience, Leadership experience in hospice, law enforcement, mental health, or community services

Recent Guest Discussions

John Kelly - Failure, Personal Accountability, Tough Conversations, Resilience, Community Support, Self-responsibility, And Recovery From Suicidal Ideation And Addiction.

Mary Vicario - Trauma-informed Care, Creating Safe Spaces, Behavior As Communication, Resilience, Healing, Shame, Neuroscience, And Supporting Children And Adults Through Trauma.

Recent Topics

Resilience, Life Transitions, Grief, Caregiving, Leadership

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
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Healing Without Being Finished Personal Conversation About Identity, Growth, Living, Self Compassion

October 26, 2026

In this episode, Jackie Stilling shares her journey of self-discovery, healing, and the importance of curiosity and the pause in personal growth. She discusses how recognizing triggers from the past and embracing vulnerability can lead to greater self-awareness and freedom.Guest Bio: Jacqui Stilling is an experienced therapist using mostly psychodynamic therapy which can help patients find freedom from being seduced by feelings and underlying/old emotions. When old defenses stop working, ther...

Chief Resilience Officer Shares Professional Insight & Personal Growth, Authenticity, Self-Reliance

October 12, 2026

Rodger Ruge is the Chief Resilience Officer for Pathfinder Resilience. In this conversation, he shares the experience that created a fracture in him, and he shares what he’s learned about growth and resilience in the 30 year journey back to wholeness.Guest BioAfter two decades in high-intensity law enforcement units—including SWAT and motors—Rodger faced the kind of internal battle no tactical training could prepare him for: complex PTSD. Among the first in the U.S. to undergo EMDR, he chose ...

Self Promotion & Insecurity: How to Navigate Doubt and Embrace Your Authentic Story

September 28, 2026

In this engaging conversation, Kelly Roehm emphasizes the importance of redefining self-doubt, embracing fear, and finding balance in self-promotion. She discusses the role of data, the significance of delusion and audacity in pursuing goals, and the responsibility of leaders in fostering confidence within their teams. The dialogue also explores the concept of purpose in work and self-mastery, challenging the notion that fulfillment must come solely from one's job. In this conversation, Kelly...

Frequently asked questions

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How do I get in touch with Compass Stories?

Compass Stories is hosted by Veronica Sterling. Its publicly listed email is veronica@veronicasterling.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Compass Stories?

The publicly listed email for Compass Stories: veronica@veronicasterling.com.

How many listeners does Compass Stories have?

Podseeker estimates Compass Stories reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Compass Stories?

Compass Stories typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Licensed or formally trained mental-health and trauma professionals, experienced leadership or caregiving practitioners, first-responder wellness specialists, keynote speakers, authors, and guests with substantial lived experience paired with practical expertise. Common among recent guests: Professional licenses or specialized certifications; Published books or established educational programs; Keynote speaking and coaching experience. Recent guests include John Kelly and Mary Vicario.

How hard is it to get booked on Compass Stories?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does Compass Stories cover?

Recent episodes cover Resilience, Life Transitions, Grief, Caregiving, and Leadership. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

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