In this episode, Cara Moeller Poppitt is joined by Jeffrey Shaw who shares his journey from a successful photography career to becoming a coach and author. He discusses the challenges and rewards of transitioning careers, the awakening to new opportunities, finding joy in work, and the psychology behind the luxury market. Shaw also reflects on the nature of courage in business and life, encouraging listeners to embrace their unique paths and trust their instincts.

Jeffrey’s  Links:

• Website: https://www.jeffreyshaw.com/ 

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeffreyshaw/

Cara’s Links: 

• Book: https://bigfreakinchange.com/   

• Website: https://carapoppitt.com/

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carapoppitt/ 

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Jeffrey Shaw

03:17 Finding Joy in Work

07:25 The Shift from External Validation to Intrinsic Motivation

11:47 Trusting the Process of Change

16:14 Jeffrey's Big Freakin' Change

20:56 Reawakening's & Identity Shifts 

24:41 The Psychology of Wealth and Luxury

34:58 Courage in Business and Life

43:09 Styles Of Leadership

Takeaways:

• What got us here doesn't get us there.

• Money is not inherently good or evil; it's the people holding it.

• Affluent buyers are incredibly perceptive and intuitive.

• Courage is about making a decision and making it right.

• Luxury is about making people feel special and valued.

• Trusting in a higher power can lead to greater opportunities.

Jeffrey Shaw, self-employment, luxury market, coaching, validation, personal growth, entrepreneurship, trust, change, courage