Have you ever second-guessed a big investment in your growth? Like a $50,000 coaching program that makes your palms sweat?

In this episode, I’m sharing how I decide when to invest (even when it’s scary), what to do if it falls short, and how to turn any room into the right room.

You’ll hear real texts, voice memos, and pep talks—including one that might be exactly what you need to hear today.

If you've ever wondered, "Is this worth it?"—press play. Let’s talk about investing with intention, even when it feels uncomfortable.

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[01:58] What I told a friend who was on the fence about investing—and why her response might change the way you approach your next opportunity.

[03:32] How I turn underwhelming coaching groups into priceless masterminds by curating my own “pod” within them.

[04:14] The mindset shift that saves you from regret—even when things fall short.

[05:12] Why I used to think I had to hit a certain revenue milestone before spending on myself—and what finally changed my mind.

[07:00] Why the “right time” to invest is a myth—and how to reframe your hesitations as opportunities.

🎧 Listen to the full episode, Business Education and Coaching: How Much to Invest and How to Turn Around a “Bad Investment”, >>HERE<<

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What would you say to your younger self?

In this raw and vulnerable episode, I’m sharing the letter I wrote during a leadership mastermind exercise—a truth I never planned to make public.

It’s a reflection on the pain that fuels our purpose, the “chip” we carry, and a powerful reminder of Solomon’s Paradox: we often give better advice to others than to ourselves.

This episode is for anyone who’s ever wondered if the hard parts of their story were worth it. (Spoiler: they were.)

Let’s dive into the truth of the journey—no metrics, no masks.

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[00:00] Why Writing a Letter to Your Younger Self Can Be Transformative

[01:45] What’s Your Chip? The Pain That Fuels Purpose

[04:12] Vulnerability in High-Performing Rooms

[05:45] Understanding Solomon’s Paradox in Entrepreneurship

[06:50] Why This Podcast Exists: Documenting the Journey

Listen to Related Episodes:

• Growing in Life + Business: What I'm Learning in the Messy Middle

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What happens when you’re invited to a dinner where you can’t say your last name… or what you do? I thought it was a scam—until I met Jon Levy: NYT bestselling author, behavioral scientist, and mastermind behind a wildly powerful community experience.

In this episode, Jon and I chat about why traditional networking is broken, the science of trust and connection, how to build authentic relationships (even without money or a big platform), and what people really remember about you.

If you've ever felt awkward networking or wondered how to build influence without being fake, this one’s for you. 💥

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[04:47] What is The Influencer Dinner — and how it redefines networking

[10:44] The IKEA Effect: Why effort = emotional connection

[14:38] Is belonging actually more important than food or water?

[20:34] Your friendships shape your habits — the science behind it

[25:28] Why your superpower might not scale (and what does)

[31:43] Don’t have a big platform? Host something simple and novel

[47:57] Build trust by asking for small favors — and grow from there

[56:03] Jon’s final message: The world needs your invitation

Listen to Related Episodes:

• How to Create More Meaningful Relationships in Business
• How to Host Successful Events and Build Meaningful Connections

Connect With Jon Levy:

Jon Levy is a behavioral scientist, TED speaker, and author of You're Invited: The Art and Science of Cultivating Influence. He’s best known for curating The Influencers Dinner, where attendees cook together but can’t reveal their last names or professions. His work explores how connection, belonging, and trust drive behavior, relationships, and success.

Website: www.jonlevy.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jonlevy

Book: You’re Invited

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