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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You know that feeling when you find a platform that just works—and you never have to worry about switching? That’s been me and Showit for the past 10+ years.

I built my website with Showit because it gives me total design freedom.

If you’re ready to build a website that works FOR you—and not against you—head to JasmineStar.com/showit for a 14-day free trial + first month free when you subscribe!

No filters. No fluff. Just the raw, behind-the-scenes truth of what really happened in Q2 of 2025.

From a boujee birthday dinner turned life metaphor, to hosting a high-level mastermind, to a brutal failed launch that taught me more than any win ever could—this episode is full of lessons from the front lines of business.

I’m talking team restructuring, CEO decisions, the new “J* System” we’re building, and the mindset shifts that come with leading through doubt, pivots, and imposter syndrome.

If you’ve ever asked, “Am I crazy for doing this?” — this episode is for you.

Because maybe… the crazy ones are the ones who build something unforgettable. 🎙️

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[00:00] “You’re in the right room.” Why building in public matters—and why Jasmine keeps sharing these quarterly reviews.

[03:00] The birthday dinner that told a story. A family moment at Javier’s becomes a metaphor for business evolution.

[06:25] Hosting the Q2 Mastermind. What Jasmine taught (and learned) about leadership, team structure, and scaling.

[12:40] The failed launch. A raw reflection on when a campaign doesn’t convert—and how the team handled it.

[18:10] Hiring decisions and culture audits. Why “letting go” might be the best leadership move you'll make.

[23:30] Introducing the “J System.”* How a new internal operating system is transforming Jasmine’s remote team.

[29:00] Entrepreneurial vulnerability. The mental game of showing up, even when you’re uncertain and imperfect.

Listen to Related Episodes:

• Content Marketing, Real Estate, and Digital Courses: How Blake Rocha Built Wealth in His Early 20s
• From Objections to YES: The High-Ticket Sales Secrets You Need with Shelby Saap
• The Science of Belonging (And Why It Can Grow Your Business) with Jon Levy (releasing July 24, 2025)

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You know that feeling when you find a platform that just works—and you never have to worry about switching? That’s been me and Showit for the past 10+ years.

I built my website with Showit because it gives me total design freedom.

If you’re ready to build a website that works FOR you—and not against you—head to JasmineStar.com/showit for a 14-day free trial + first month free when you subscribe!

Marie Forleo joins me for a full-circle conversation on building a dream life and business—with clarity, resilience, and heart.

We cover:
✨ Why “clarity comes from engagement, not thought”
✨ How to know if you’re chasing your dream—or someone else’s
✨ Marie’s favorite money mantra
✨ How she handles doubt + setbacks

Marie also shares the surprising lesson from a jewelry collab—and drops 3 powerful money + success mantras you don’t want to miss!

👉 Stay to the end for Marie’s 3 powerful money + success mantras!

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[00:00] Why meeting Marie Forleo felt like a full-circle moment

[04:50] The biggest shift Marie sees coming for entrepreneurs in the AI era

[08:10] How to find your authentic voice (without sounding like a robot)

[13:30] Why engagement (not thinking) brings clarity

[18:55] A vulnerable story: chasing the wrong “dream” (and learning the hard way)

[25:20] What separates successful entrepreneurs from those who give up

[33:40] How Marie gets unstuck (and why asking for help is key)

[39:00] Let’s talk about MONEY: healing your relationship with wealth

[45:00] Three mantras to shift your mindset around success and abundance

Listen to Related Episodes:

• How to Talk about Money with Your Partner and Build a Rich Life Together with Ramit Sethi
• 8 Mindset Shifts to Transform Your Relationship with Money
• How to Increase Your Net Worth by Increasing Your Self-Worth with Jamie Kern Lima

Connect With Marie Forleo:

Entrepreneur, best-selling author of Everything is Figureoutable, creator of B-School, and host of MarieTV. Marie empowers business owners to turn their dreams into reality—with a little sass and a whole lotta heart.

Where to find Marie:

• Website: marieforleo.com
• Instagram: @marieforleo
• Podcast: The Marie Forleo Podcast

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You know that feeling when you find a platform that just works—and you never have to worry about switching? That’s been me and Showit for the past 10+ years.

I built my website with Showit because it gives me total design freedom.

If you’re ready to build a website that works FOR you—and not against you—head to JasmineStar.com/showit for a 14-day free trial + first month free when you subscribe!

What happens when everything goes sideways?

In this flash fire episode, I’m sharing powerful insights I learned from Navy SEAL-turned-leadership expert Rich Diviney. After attending a conference to support a friend, I walked away with a game-changing framework for facing fear, chaos, and uncertainty.

We’ll unpack:

• Why fear = uncertainty + anxiety
• The “predictability paradigm” and how to break it
• A 3-step mental model to regain control: Duration. Pathway. Outcome.

If you’re feeling stuck or overwhelmed, this episode is the mindset shift you didn’t know you needed.

Press play and let’s move some horizons. 💥

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[00:56] What Navy SEALs understand about uncertainty that we don’t

[01:52] The “Predictability Paradigm”: Why we crave control

[02:49] The Lizard Brain vs. the Frontal Lobe

[03:54] The 3-part framework: Duration, Pathway, Outcome

[04:55] Why uncertainty causes fear—and what to do about it

[05:57] How to apply this to your life and business today

Listen to Related Episodes:

• How to Build Your Self Trust to Make Better Business Decisions
• Three Ways to Remove Comparison and Become Unstoppable

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For full show notes, visit jasminestar.com/podcast/episode561

I’m going to be real with you—sometimes the biggest business breakthroughs don’t happen on stage, in a meeting, or during a strategy session. They happen when your feelings get hurt, your plans go sideways, and you say “yes” anyway.

In this episode, I’m sharing the behind-the-scenes story of how a last-minute trip to Nashville turned into one of the most impactful mastermind experiences of my year—all because I chose to show up, even when I felt excluded.

Here’s the tea: I wasn’t invited to a mastermind dinner I thought I’d be part of. And, like any human with a beating heart, I had a lot of feelings. I let myself sit in them. I reached out to my girl Amy Porterfield. And instead of letting the exclusion define me, I made a new story—and booked a plane ticket.

Spoiler: That trip led to a powerful mini mastermind with some of the most brilliant female entrepreneurs I know (Jenna Kutcher, Bonnie Christine, and more), and I walked away 1% better—and with 5 key takeaways you can apply to your business today.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

• Why rest is just as productive as hustle
• How to reframe moments of rejection
• What “choosing a better story” looks like in action
• The power of informal opportunities
• How to squeeze value out of every experience (even the ones that don’t go as planned)

Whether you're navigating disappointment or wondering if it’s worth hopping on a plane last-minute, I hope this episode encourages you to trust the process and say yes to what could be next.

Because the truth is, the right rooms won't just open for you—they’ll find you when you're ready.

Click play to hear all of this and:

[00:54] Why Rejection Hurt: Unpacking a Business Exclusion

[02:44] Choose a Better Story: How I Reframed the Narrative

[03:42] How Vulnerability Sparked a New Opportunity

[04:32] The 1% Rule: Why Small Gains Lead to Big Growth

[05:28] 32 Hours in Nashville: High-Energy Learning & Connections

[08:04] Informal Masterminds Matter: What This Trip Taught Me

[10:22] Why Being Present (Even When Disappointed) Still Pays Off

Listen to Related Episodes:

• Three Ways to Remove Comparison and Become Unstoppable
• Building Confidence with Ease: How I’m Becoming the 3X Version of Myself

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For full show notes, visit jasminestar.com/podcast/episode560

Ever freeze when a potential client says, “I need to talk to my husband” or “I’m not ready”?

In this high-energy episode, I’m joined by sales powerhouse Shelby Saap, who shows us how to turn common objections into confident YESes—without pressure or sleaze.

We kick things off with “6 Sales Objections in 60 Seconds,” then dive deep into:

• Why objections mean opportunity
• How to reframe “too expensive”
• Building trust that lasts beyond the sale
• What makes a great high-ticket closer

Whether you're closing sales yourself or building a team, this convo is your sales playbook in podcast form. 🎧

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[01:34] How to Overcome 6 Common Sales Objections in 60 Seconds

[04:22] Objections Are Opportunities, Not Rejections

[05:47] What High-Ticket Closers Are REALLY Selling

[06:26] Shelby’s Unexpected Start Selling Pest Control Door-to-Door

[10:42] How to Become a Dynamic Communicator in Sales

[14:17] How Shelby Trains Closers to Sell with Integrity

[20:05] – What to Look For When Hiring Salespeople

Listen to Related Episodes:

• Three Sales Strategies to Increase Your Revenue
• Do THIS to Close More Sales
• Behind the Scenes of Building a Bold Pitch

Connect With Shelby Saap:

Shelby Saap is a high-ticket sales expert and founder of a sales training program that empowers women to confidently close offers priced $3K and up. Her team of trained closers works with industry leaders in fitness, coaching, branding, and more. Shelby’s approach combines deep mindset shifts with powerful objection-handling strategies that turn hesitation into commitment.

Find her on Instagram @shelby.saap

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For full show notes, visit jasminestar.com/podcast/episode559

You know that feeling when you find a platform that just works—and you never have to worry about switching? That’s been me and Showit for the past 10+ years.

I built my website with Showit because it gives me total design freedom.

If you’re ready to build a website that works FOR you—and not against you—head to JasmineStar.com/showit for a 14-day free trial + first month free when you subscribe!