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The Jasmine Star Show
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The Jasmine Star Show is a conversational business podcast that explores what it really means to turn your passion into profits. Law school dropout turned world-renowned photographer and expert business strategist, host Jasmine Star delivers her best business advice every week with a mixture of inspiration, wittiness, and a kick in the pants. On The Jasmine Star Show, you can expect raw business coaching sessions, honest conversations with industry peers, and most importantly: tactical tips and a step-by-step plan to empower entrepreneurs to build a brand, market it on social media, and create a life they love.
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Growing in Life + Business: What I'm Learning in the Messy Middle
Mar 6, 202500:35:37Tap to summarizeHave you ever thought you were headed in one direction, only to find yourself on a completely different path? That's exactly what happened to me at the Modern Elder Academy (M.E.A.) as part of a leadership accelerator program. I went in expecting a DEEP dive into business, but what I found was something far more profound: a complete shift in the way I see personal growth and transformation.This isn’t your typical “business as usual” episode—it’s my personal reflection into how we grow, transform, and evolve as entrepreneurs and individuals. I’ll be sharing personal stories (including that one time I went on a three-hour hike in high tops) and practical takeaways that you can apply to your business and life today.This episode is my way of keeping a promise I made years ago: to share what I’ve learned so you can avoid some of the mistakes I’ve made and grow your business with clarity and purpose!Click play to hear all of this and:(00:03:01) How a hike through New Mexico ended up not being about nature (at all) but about uncovering deeper connections and unexpected clarity(00:06:01) Biggest takeaways from the M.E.A. experience and how they reshaped the way I approach life and business(00:06:58) Why the questions you’re asking yourself might be the very thing holding you back—or propelling you forward(00:08:00) The power of having a “wisdom book” as the secret weapon you didn’t know you needed(00:10:40) Redefining disappointment and learning to use it as a tool for recalibrating expectations and reality(00:12:33) The concept of liminality—the in-between space where growth and clarity often begin(00:13:37) The anatomy of transformation, starting with the courageous act of letting go(00:17:09) Navigating the messy middle—the hardest yet most transformative part of any big change(00:20:25) The key ingredient for stepping into the next chapter of your life(00:24:20) The difference between a fixed mindset and a growth mindset and why it matters in transitional momentsListen to Related Episodes:How to Ask Questions that Get Results7 Pivots in Business Led to THIS MomentHow to Build Your Self Trust to Make Better Business Decisions📧 Join my Newsletter for a weekly cocktail of insider business strategy, personal reflections, and the journey of being a thought leader: https://jasminestar.com/newsletter 📧For full show notes, visit jasminestar.com/podcast/episode524You 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!
Transcribe →Building Teams That Win: How Relationships Fuel Success with Keith Ferrazzi
Mar 4, 202500:44:14Tap to summarizeHave you ever felt like leadership is a lonely road? Keith Ferrazzi is here to prove otherwise.In this episode of The Jasmine Star Show, I’m sitting down with Keith—executive team coach, keynote speaker, bestselling author, and founder of Ferrazzi Greenlight—to uncover the secrets of high-performing teams, radical collaboration, and why leaders should never "eat alone." Oh, and did I mention that this conversation was so powerful that I restructured my team meetings at the start of 2024 because of Keith’s work? Yeah, it’s THAT good.Here’s what we dive into:✔️ Why relationships are the key to long-term success in business✔️ The shift from leadership to "teamship" (and how it changes everything)✔️ How to build a culture of candor, trust, and accountability in your team✔️ The 3 biggest shifts you can make TODAY to improve collaboration✔️ How to connect with the right people—even if they’re outside your current networkKeith’s wisdom has shaped how Fortune 500 teams operate, and today, he’s giving us an inside look at how small business owners and entrepreneurs can apply these strategies, too. Grab a pen (trust me, you’ll need it!) and let’s dig into this game-changing conversation. 🎧Click play to hear all of this and:00:00 - How a single introduction led Jasmine to Keith Ferrazzi04:10 - The story behind Never Eat Alone and the power of building authentic relationships09:30 - What is "teamship" and why is it the future of leadership?13:20 - The three shifts every leader needs to make for better collaboration21:45 - How to create a team culture of candor and accountability30:10 - Jasmine’s personal leadership challenge (and Keith’s advice for fixing it)38:00 - The 5 “packets of generosity” that open doors to powerful relationships42:35 - Final takeaways: How to apply these strategies in your business todayListen to Related Episodes:Building a Growth-Oriented Team with Leila HormoziFour Unique Strengths to Have in Business and How to Develop ThemFive Things My Team and I Do to Stay Productive and Reach Our GoalsKeith Ferrazzi is a leading executive team coach, entrepreneur, and bestselling author known for his work on relationships, leadership, and organizational transformation. His books, including Never Eat Alone and Leading Without Authority, have changed the way businesses and leaders think about collaboration.🔗 Learn more at Ferrazzi Greenlight📖 Check out his latest book📧 Join my Newsletter for a weekly cocktail of insider business strategy, personal reflections, and the journey of being a thought leader: https://jasminestar.com/newsletter 📧For full show notes, visit jasminestar.com/podcast/episode523You 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!
Transcribe →Why No One is Clicking Your Content (And How to Fix It)
Feb 27, 202500:08:01Tap to summarizeWant to know the real reason some content gets clicked while others get ignored? It’s all in the TITLE. Whether you’re naming a podcast episode, YouTube video, masterclass, newsletter, or even your next big offer—how you title it makes ALL the difference.In this episode, I’m breaking down the 5 must-know strategies for crafting titles that stop the scroll, attract your dream audience, and ultimately drive sales.These aren’t just ideas—I’ve tested them in my own business, my podcast, and my YouTube channel, and I’m spilling everything so you can use them, too!Click play to hear all of this and:(00:00:38) Why benefit-driven titles attract more clicks(00:01:54) The right way to use keywords without sounding robotic or gimmicky(00:03:40) How to frame your titles positively to inspire action(00:05:23) My go-to title formulas(00:06:10) Real-life before-and-after title makeovers so you can avoid the mistakes I’ve made🎧 Listen to the full episode, Get Your Content Discovered: How to Optimize Your Titles for 2x Intrigue, >>HERE<<Episodes Mentioned:The BEST AI Strategies to Grow Your Business with Chris WinfieldHow to Price Your Offer to Increase SalesBusiness Lessons That Will Make You A Better Entrepreneur📧 Join my Newsletter for a weekly cocktail of insider business strategy, personal reflections, and the journey of being a thought leader: https://jasminestar.com/newsletter 📧For full show notes, visit jasminestar.com/podcast/episode522
Transcribe →A Step-by-Step Guide to Saving Challenging Client Relationships
Feb 25, 202500:15:46Tap to summarizeHave you ever wondered how a single moment of frustration could transform into a lifelong loyalty? In today’s episode, we’re diving into how to turn even the messiest client moments into opportunities to build trust and strengthen relationships.(Yep, even when everything feels like it’s hitting the fan, there’s a way to turn it around!)I’ll share the surprising power of the service recovery paradox, some real-life lessons (like the time I accidentally double-booked a wedding client—yikes!), and practical strategies you can start using today to handle client hiccups with confidence and grace.Whether it’s a missed expectation or a full-blown mistake, how you handle it can make all the difference.Click play to hear all of this and:(00:00:00) The service recovery paradox and its impact on customer satisfaction(00:02:29) The inevitability of client issues and the importance of response(00:03:31) My 4-step framework for assessing client problems and mending relationships(00:04:30) The first step in the framework is all about focusing on understanding the issue(00:04:30) Step two is about evaluating the client relationship to determine if it’s worth salvaging(00:04:30) Step three and the importance of setting clear expectations moving forward(00:05:29) Step four and the power of trusting your gut in deciding whether to continue the client relationship(00:06:24) My personal experience with a challenging client experience and the importance of making amendsListen to Related Episodes:How to Create Team Systems and Operations That Simplify Scaling and GrowthHow to Identify and Lead A, B, and C Players for Business SuccessHow to Become a Better Speaker and CommunicatorHow to Build Long-Lasting Client Relationships in Business📧 Join my Newsletter for a weekly cocktail of insider business strategy, personal reflections, and the journey of being a thought leader: https://jasminestar.com/newsletter 📧For full show notes, visit jasminestar.com/podcast/episode521
Transcribe →How To Turn Sales Objections Into Opportunities [13 min]
Sep 19, 2024Tap to summarizeYou know what one of the biggest goldmines for market research is?Objections. (Yes, you heard that right.)If you listen closely, objections can reveal opportunities for you to get your clients closer to “YES!”.Now, you might be thinking, “Jasmine, how can objections be a goldmine? Aren't they just hurdles in the way of getting a sale?"And, that's fair. But what if I told you there's a way to flip those objections, use them as information, and turn them into golden opportunities?In today's episode, I'm sharing the top ways to handle the most common sales objections by digging deep into the underlying concerns behind them.Click play to hear all of this and:(00:00:20) How to effectively address the objection of “I just don't have time”(00:02:53) How to help your prospect find creative solutions to their pricing concerns(00:03:50) What I've learned from my own experience about finding solutions to pricing objections(00:07:31) How to effectively address the "I don't know if it's a right fit" objection(00:10:25) How to create ease and excitement when someone is afraid to commit🎧 Listen to the full episode, Do THIS to Close More Sales, >>HERE<<Listen to Related Episodes:How to Create Content That Removes Objections and Increases Your SalesThree Sales Strategies to Increase Your RevenueFor full show notes, visit jasminestar.com/podcast/episode472Join me for my free (no pitch!) 3-part live class series Scaling Accelerator for 7-Figure Business Owners - I’ll break down the exact systems, marketing frameworks, and time management processes to grow your business, get in front of your ideal client, and ensure you are operating at the highest level. Sign up for free at JasmineStar.com/scaling — and learn how to scale to 8-figures.
Transcribe →[12 min] Building a Growth-Oriented Team with Leila Hormozi
Apr 25, 2024Tap to summarizeEver wonder what it's like to build a team that's as passionate about growth as you are?These are the kind of people who don't just clock in for a paycheck; they're invested in the journey and ready to make a difference.Lemme tell ya, those team members are out there. It just might take some extra effort to find them.In this episode, Leila opens up about the process of hiring, building, and leading such a passionate team, especially when faced with challenges.Click play to hear all of this and…(00:00:41) How to find employees that are hardwired for growth.(00:03:32) How being transparent online helped Leila find the best candidates who get excited about challenges.(00:06:08) The process of leading a team through tough times, including transparency, setting expectations, and compensating employees.(00:10:32) How to find people who are the right fit for your company.For full show notes, visit:https://jasminestar.com/podcast/episode422
Transcribe →Hiring, Training, and Retaining High-Performing Team Members with Natalie Dawson
Dec 26, 2023Tap to summarizeDo you want to learn how to hire, train, and retain high-performing team members?Then trust me when I tell you that you NEED the wisdom Natalie Dawson is dropping in this episode! She reveals the secret sauce to building a dream team that will skyrocket your business to new heights and breaks down exactly how you can align your team members' goals with your business goals in a way that makes everyone win.Listen now for all this and….[00:01:23] Natalie's background as a co-founder, best-selling author, and podcast host.[00:03:16] How Natalie began leading massive teams at the age of 20.[00:06:24] The most important lessons that Natalie has learned about building teams.[00:06:56] What the employee life cycle is and how to use it to discover where problems may exist in your business[00:09:53] The importance of asking employees about their personal, professional, and financial goals[00:12:03] The three lessons that will transform the way you build a team.[00:13:32] Natalie’s proven 3-part interview process.[00:22:43] How Natalie became a cofounder, met her husband, and began her current business[00:36:04] How to get creative and find ways to get the attention of people you want to collaborate with.[00:39:18]: Why collaboration is the new currency.[00:40:54] What Natalie has learned about working with family (and how to do it well).Natalie graciously offered podcast listeners a free copy of her book - you can get it now at cardoneventures.com/teamwork and follow her on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and more @nataliedawson.(And don’t forget to tag us both on social media when you listen to this episode - we’d love to know what you found most helpful!)To view the full show notes for this episode visit: jasminestar.com/podcast/episode387You 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!
Transcribe →Building a Wildly Successful Business (and how to show up when it’s hard) with Leila Hormozi
Mar 21, 2023Tap to summarizeWant to build a wildly successful business? Then you’re gonna want to click play on this episode with Leila Hormozi NOW and be prepared to take notes.(I’m not kidding - this might be one of the most practical episodes you listen to all year).Leila Hormozi is the CEO of Acquisiton.com (a $200 million portfolio company) and in this episode she walks through what she does, how she builds her teams, and what it looks like to embrace the ever-present uncomfortableness of running a business.Intrigued? Click play now to hear:[04:22] What Leila does as CEO of Acquistion.com[10:43] Where business owners get stuck as they build to six figures (and how to move past it)[13:43] Where business owners get stuck as they build to seven figures (and how to move past it)[16:28] How to approach building a team (who do you hire first?)[19:32] The importance of setting expectations about the company culture and work required for a role[30:03] How Leila led her team through COVID, while asking them to work nights and weekends[36:17] How to lead from a place of authenticity[40:39} What led Leila to start creating content[44:48] The mindset shift Leila chose that enables her to handle stress in a more productive way[47:09] Why Leila actively seeks to practice things that make her uncomfortable[49:42] What Leila learned after a piece of content went viral and wasn’t received as she intendedIf you want to learn more and connect with Leila, you can find her on Instagram at @leilanhormozi.For complete show notes, go to jasminestar.com/podcast/episode337
Transcribe →Why Being Imperfect is the Best Business Strategy
Dec 28, 2021Tap to summarizeWant to know one of my favorite (and unexpected) business strategies?It’s to give yourself permission to be imperfect.Yes, friend, I’m talking about imperfection in EVERY aspect of your business: social media posts, courses, blogs, newsletters, services… everything.>>When you give yourself permission to be imperfect, you take quicker action… and you fail faster.<<And failure is a crucial part of business, and the best way to learn! That’s exactly what my conversation with Rory Vaden on his show, The Influential Brand Podcast, was about.In this episode, you’ll hear:How to give yourself permission to be imperfectWhy repelling is as important as attracting in marketingThe three things that all STRONG entrepreneurs doand more.It’s definitely a jam-packed conversation, so click play!If you enjoyed this conversation, subscribe to the podcast from wherever you’re tuned in from today to never miss a future episode!
Transcribe →Put Your Money Where Your Heart Is | Impact Investing 101 with Stacey Lindsay
Jun 11, 2020Tap to summarizeY’all know the expression put your money where your mouth is… but it’s time to put your money where your HEART is. *You ready?!*My guest today is Stacy Lindsey, a multimedia journalist writer, media consultant, and speaker. She is the editorial director and cofounder of The Conscious Investor, a weekly digital magazine that uncovers the world of impact investing. >>Impact investing is impacting capital with the purpose to do environmental or social good while also getting a financial return.<<Money can be a taboo word but boo boo, money makes the world go round and it’s time to rethink where you invest it. Let’s make an impact and leave a legacy with it. If you want to feel inspired to put your money where your heart is then start listening!If you loved this episode, I’d love for you to tag @stacylindsay and @jasminestar on Instagram and let us know how you will start impact investing. If you're going to walk this path with us, we want to cheer you on. 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!
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