In today’s episode, we’re diving into the behind-the-scenes of my last quarter of 2025—a whirlwind of decisions, mindset shifts, and lessons learned. The theme? Laying bricks—small actions that lead to big breakthroughs.

I’ll share a personal moment walking my daughter into kindergarten for the first time and how it symbolized growth in my life and business. You’ll hear about my unconventional partnership with JD, where he’s the primary caretaker and I’m the CEO, and how I’ve built a business that serves my life first.

I’ll also talk about surprising lessons from a sales call, balancing business with personal life, and my plans for 2026. This episode is packed with mindset shifts, behind-the-scenes stories, and actionable tips for your own business journey.

Click play to hear all of this and:

[00:00] How volunteering at my daughter’s kindergarten and aligning my schedule taught me valuable lessons for business.

[02:00] The decisions JD and I made as parents and entrepreneurs to design a life and business that serves our family first.

[05:00] Why being in the right rooms and investing in experiences—like the Hampton Executive Retreat—can pay off in unexpected ways.

[08:00] A deep dive into my class on “The Three Money Beliefs That Made Me Millions” and how a major technical issue taught me the importance of mindset.

[10:00] The importance of getting clear on hiring decisions and understanding who you need on your team to scale in 2026.

[12:00] Why I spent $5,000 on a two-hour consult and how it helped me avoid costly mistakes while accelerating my growth.

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