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Jereshia Said
Hosted by Jereshia Hawk · EN
From quickly building a Multi-7-Figure Coaching Business to taking a planned sabbatical in Year 7 and coming back with a renewed sense of purpose and desire to build the business differently… On this podcast, I share the behind-the-scenes minutia of running a sustainable and SIGNIFICANT business in the online world. You’ll gain valuable insights that will help you make more money and love how you’re making it when you just listen to what Jereshia Said.
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How I Qualify Private 1:1 Coaching Clients (My Exact Criteria)
1w ago00:18:01Tap to summarizeApplications for my private one-on-one coaching are officially open through June 12, 2026. Learn more at https://www.jereshiahawk.com/work-with-me and listen to this episode for an inside look at the exact criteria I use when evaluating coaching clients. I’m breaking down the biggest factor I evaluate when reviewing private coaching applications and it has nothing to do with revenue or whether someone can afford to pay. In this episode, I explain why public proof of failure, visible action-taking, and consistent iteration are the real indicators of success for entrepreneurs looking to scale sustainably, increase client lifetime value, and build resilient businesses.Why You Should ListenLearn how to qualify high-ticket coaching clients more effectively by identifying behavioral indicators beyond “coachability” or budget. Discover why public visibility and iteration matter when scaling your business, especially during offer pivots, descale seasons, or market repositioning. Understand how sustainable growth requires testing and refinement, not perfection, overthinking, or endless preparation. Get insight into building stronger client relationships and coaching partnerships through transparency, accountability, and long-term support models like revenue share coaching. Start here → https://www.jereshiahawk.com/bio For coaches and service providers building high-trust, high-ticket offers. Refine your messaging. Restructure your business model. Streamline your offers and client delivery. ✨ Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Search Jereshia Said or click here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kWZyKEUE_iI&list=PLb2PmwRcfSZaX7w_x749SN_LfLUySpY42
Transcribe →The Unconventional Wealth Strategy That Built My 7-Figure Net Worth
3w ago00:31:09Tap to summarizeIf you’ve ever wondered how to turn business profits into long-term financial security, this episode is for you. I break down my unconventional path to a seven-figure net worth, including lessons from real estate, failed investments, and why your business is your most powerful wealth-building tool.Why You Should ListenScale Your Business as a Wealth-Building Asset: Learn how treating your business like an asset can generate higher returns than traditional investments and fund long-term financial growth. Turn Profit Into Financial Security: Discover how to strategically use business profits to build net worth, instead of just paying yourself a salary. Understand Real Estate Without the Hype: Get a realistic look at real estate investing, including learning curves, renovation challenges, and long-term wealth strategies. Create a Sustainable Investment Strategy: Explore how to define your investment philosophy, manage risk tolerance, and prioritize streamlined, low-maintenance wealth-building approaches.Tune in to learn how to turn your business profits into long-term wealth and financial security. Start here → https://www.jereshiahawk.com/bio For coaches and service providers building high-trust, high-ticket offers. Refine your messaging. Restructure your business model. Streamline your offers and client delivery. ✨ Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Search Jereshia Said or click here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kWZyKEUE_iI&list=PLb2PmwRcfSZaX7w_x749SN_LfLUySpY42
Transcribe →Lost Your Passion for Your Business: Is It Burnout or Misalignment?
4w ago00:17:28Tap to summarizeIf you’ve been feeling disconnected from your business, avoiding your marketing, or struggling to stay consistent, this episode breaks down why. I share how seasons of high responsibility, life transitions, and evolving priorities can impact your motivation and how to realign your business with what actually matters now.Why You Should ListenIdentify whether you’re in a temporary season or deeper misalignment: Learn how to distinguish between short-term burnout and long-term business misalignment caused by life transitions, industry shifts, or business model changes.Recognize the hidden signs of misalignment in your marketing and sales: Understand how losing conviction can dilute your messaging, reduce consistency, and impact client attraction and revenue.Navigate business evolution without burning everything down: Discover how to recalibrate your business model, offers, and client experience while managing risk, cash flow, and responsibilities.Reconnect with your conviction to attract aligned clients: Learn why your energy, clarity, and belief in your work directly impact your marketing effectiveness and long-term business sustainability.Listen now to learn how to realign your business when it no longer feels aligned, even if it’s still profitable.Start here → https://www.jereshiahawk.com/bio For coaches and service providers building high-trust, high-ticket offers. Refine your messaging. Restructure your business model. Streamline your offers and client delivery. ✨ Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Search Jereshia Said or click here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kWZyKEUE_iI&list=PLb2PmwRcfSZaX7w_x749SN_LfLUySpY42
Transcribe →Why Great Coaches Struggle to Sell (And What to Do About It)
May 500:12:49Tap to summarizeIn this episode, I break down the critical difference between being a great coach and being effective at selling your coaching in today’s evolving online education industry. I share how buyer psychology is shifting, why long-form content and clear positioning matter more than ever, and how to build trust, credibility, and alignment to attract high-quality clients and increase client lifetime value.Why You Should ListenUnderstand the Difference Between Coaching & Selling: Learn why being great at coaching and being great at selling are two separate skill sets—and why both are required to scale your business.Adapt to Changing Buyer Psychology: Discover how today’s more discerning buyers evaluate credibility, alignment, and trust before making high-ticket investments.Leverage Long-Form Content for Trust & Conversion: Learn how bingeable content, visibility, and sharing your perspective reduce perceived risk and turn lurkers into ready buyers.Refine Your Positioning to Attract Aligned Clients: Understand how clearly defining who you are (and aren’t) for improves lead quality, reduces churn, and supports sustainable growth.Tune in to learn why being a great coach isn’t enough and what actually drives buying decisions today.Start here → https://www.jereshiahawk.com/bio For coaches and service providers building high-trust, high-ticket offers. Refine your messaging. Restructure your business model. Streamline your offers and client delivery. ✨ Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Search Jereshia Said or click here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kWZyKEUE_iI&list=PLb2PmwRcfSZaX7w_x749SN_LfLUySpY42
Transcribe →On Stage, Backstage, Off Stage: Calendar Management for Entrepreneurs
Apr 3000:16:41Tap to summarizeTune in to learn how managing your energy, not your time, can transform how you scale your business. Why You Should ListenMaster energy management for entrepreneurs: Learn how aligning your schedule with your natural energy rhythms can improve productivity and consistency in your business. Structure your calendar for scalable growth: Discover how onstage, backstage, and offstage days create streamlined operations and reduce burnout. Increase efficiency without working more hours: Use energy-based scheduling to prioritize high-impact tasks and improve client delivery quality. Adapt your business during life transitions: Get practical strategies for maintaining momentum while navigating changes like growth, team expansion, or personal life shifts. Start here → https://www.jereshiahawk.com/bio For coaches and service providers building high-trust, high-ticket offers. Refine your messaging. Restructure your business model. Streamline your offers and client delivery. Resources Mentioned: Hire An Executive Assistant Course Start here → https://www.jereshiahawk.com/bio For coaches and service providers building high-trust, high-ticket offers. Refine your messaging. Restructure your business model. Streamline your offers and client delivery. ✨ Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Search Jereshia Said or click here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kWZyKEUE_iI&list=PLb2PmwRcfSZaX7w_x749SN_LfLUySpY42
Transcribe →Who I Hired & What I Paid for Postpartum Support as a First-Time Mom in California
Apr 2100:18:18Tap to summarizeCurious what it actually costs to build a support system after having a baby? I’m walking you through every postpartum investment I’ve made. Why You Should ListenBuild a Postpartum Support System That Works: Learn how investing in services like a lactation consultant, postpartum doula, and therapy can improve recovery, mental health, and long-term stability. Plan for Sustainable Business Growth After Baby: Discover how I’m thinking about scaling your business, restructuring client schedules, and creating more predictable workflows. Maximize Maternity Leave & Financial Benefits: Get insight into leveraging state benefits, insurance decisions, and S-corp strategies to increase income stability during leave. Navigate Childcare & Streamlined Operations: Explore real considerations around daycare, nanny support, and how to design a work-life structure that supports both parenting and business growth. Listen now for a transparent breakdown of postpartum investments and how to create support systems that align with your needs. Resources SharedChef meal delivery service - https://shef.com/refer/jereshiaoLaundry & fold delivery service - https://app.happynest.com/signup?referrerCode=XVMQPGWKMommy & Me class - New Mom School - https://newmomschool.comStart here → https://www.jereshiahawk.com/bio For coaches and service providers building high-trust, high-ticket offers. Refine your messaging. Restructure your business model. Streamline your offers and client delivery. ✨ Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Search Jereshia Said or click here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kWZyKEUE_iI&list=PLb2PmwRcfSZaX7w_x749SN_LfLUySpY42
Transcribe →Why AI Is Making It Harder to Sell High-Ticket Offers (Here’s How to Adapt)
Apr 1400:19:19Tap to summarizeIn this episode, I break down the “trust recession” and what it means for scaling your business in today’s digital marketing and coaching landscape. Learn how to build credibility, demonstrate real expertise, and position your offers for premium buyers who demand proven results and authentic authority.Why You Should ListenUnderstand the Trust Recession in Online Business: Learn how changing buyer psychology is impacting conversions, premium pricing, and scaling your business in 2025 and beyond.Build Credibility That Converts: Discover how to demonstrate competence, experience, and proof so clients trust your offers and increase client lifetime value.Create Quality Marketing Strategies That Stand Out: Learn how to use nuanced, specific, and experience-based content to outperform generic, AI-level information.Position Your Expertise for Premium Sales: Understand how to articulate your proximity to the problem and create offers that feel valuable, differentiated, and worth the investment.Listen now to discover how to stand out, scale your business, and earn buyer trust in the age of AI.Start here → https://www.jereshiahawk.com/bio For coaches and service providers building high-trust, high-ticket offers. Refine your messaging. Restructure your business model. Streamline your offers and client delivery. ✨ Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Search Jereshia Said or click here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kWZyKEUE_iI&list=PLb2PmwRcfSZaX7w_x749SN_LfLUySpY42
Transcribe →Lean Launch Debrief: Lessons Learned From a $580K Launch
Apr 700:39:46Tap to summarizeEvery launch gives you data. The question is whether you slow down long enough to actually learn from it.In this episode, I’m walking you through a full debrief of our September 2021 Leverage enrollment launch, including the numbers, conversion rates, what worked, what didn’t, and the strategic shifts this launch validated for the business.We talk through why launch debriefs matter, how I think about benchmarks across the entire sales process, and what this launch revealed about waitlist conversions, direct message sales, offer alignment, client lifetime value, and business model design.You’ll also hear the bigger strategic lessons behind this launch, including why shutting down a successful offer was still the right move, what happened when we sold without sales calls, and how we used this launch to test a new incubator offer.Inside the conversation we cover:The conversion rates across the waitlist, applications, and enrollmentsWhy documenting lessons learned after every launch mattersWhat this launch validated about shutting down my signature programHow we tested DM-only sales for a five-figure offerThe new waitlist and application benchmarks we establishedWhy client lifetime value matters more than one-time salesThe role of private conversations and personalized touchpoints in conversionsThe top objections from qualified leads who chose not to enrollWhat we’re changing and testing before the next launchA candid breakdown of launch strategy, conversion data, waitlist performance, and the lessons that help you scale smarter next time.Resources Referenced:LEVERAGELean Launch MethodStart here → https://www.jereshiahawk.com/bio For coaches and service providers building high-trust, high-ticket offers. Refine your messaging. Restructure your business model. Streamline your offers and client delivery. ✨ Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Search Jereshia Said or click here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kWZyKEUE_iI&list=PLb2PmwRcfSZaX7w_x749SN_LfLUySpY42
Transcribe →I’m On Maternity Leave… So Why Am I Still Showing Up Online?
Mar 3100:19:20Tap to summarizeYou're on maternity leave, so why are you still posting?Because it feels good. And that's something I haven't been able to say about creating in a long time.In this episode, I'm getting honest about what my maternity leave actually looks like, how scaling a 7-figure business quietly killed my love of creating, and the mindset shift that brought it back. If you've ever felt like the pressure to perform has taken the joy out of your work, this one's for you.In this episode, we cover:Why taking a full year off taught me what I actually needed more ofHow scaling a 7-figure business nearly destroyed my relationship with creativityThe mindset shift that let me show up on maternity leave, without guilt or performative pressure Why your long-term success as a creator has everything to do with your fuel sourceStart here → https://www.jereshiahawk.com/bio For coaches and service providers building high-trust, high-ticket offers. Refine your messaging. Restructure your business model. Streamline your offers and client delivery. ✨ Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Search Jereshia Said or click here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kWZyKEUE_iI&list=PLb2PmwRcfSZaX7w_x749SN_LfLUySpY42
Transcribe →What Women of Color Entrepreneurs Need to Unlearn About Success | Emancipation Fireside Chat
Mar 2401:32:29Tap to summarizeMany women of color entrepreneurs have built their businesses while carrying the pressure to overperform, overdeliver, and hold everything together. But what happens when that success is rooted in self-abandonment?In this episode, we explore the hidden cost of being the “strong one” in business and why more entrepreneurs need to retire the cape. We talk about self-trust, safety in entrepreneurship, identity-based marketing, and how storytelling and perceived risk influence buying decisions in today’s market. This conversation also dives into sustainable business growth, building wealth through entrepreneurship, and how to create a business that supports your life instead of consuming it.If you’re a coach, consultant, or service provider navigating business growth, leadership, and marketing in today’s economy, this episode will challenge the way you think about success, visibility, and how you sell your work.Start here → https://www.jereshiahawk.com/bio For coaches and service providers building high-trust, high-ticket offers. Refine your messaging. Restructure your business model. Streamline your offers and client delivery. ✨ Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Search Jereshia Said or click here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kWZyKEUE_iI&list=PLb2PmwRcfSZaX7w_x749SN_LfLUySpY42
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