What really goes on behind closed doors in high-ticket business masterminds?

In this episode, Barbara shares the shocking story of getting kicked out of a mastermind (before her year was even up) and how that experience became the catalyst for building The Council, her own high-integrity mastermind for ambitious entrepreneurs.

Barbara exposes the truth about toxic “coaching culture,” fake income claims, and why so many business masterminds create more smoke and mirrors than real results. Then, she pulls back the curtain on how The Council was designed to be the opposite- rooted in transparency, real numbers, strategy, and community.

If you’ve ever wondered how to find the right room that actually moves the needle in your business (without the ego, gossip, or gatekeeping), this episode is your permission to demand more from the people you learn from.

 Tune in to hear:

• The real story behind Barbara getting kicked out of a mastermind and what she learned from it
• The dark truth about toxic business coaching culture and “fake it till you make it” marketing
• Why she built The Council to be high-value, high-integrity, and 100% transparent
• What makes The Council 2026 different - from expert coaches to accountability pods and luxury retreats
• How mastermind experiences can collapse time and accelerate your 5-year goals into one
• Success stories from past Council members: doubling revenue, scaling events, buying investment properties, and more
• The real ROI of community- emotional, financial, and spiritual growth in business
• Details on how to apply for The Council 2026 and join before Minted Wealth Live

 Join The Council 2026: https://taxedacademy.com/thecouncil 

Applications are open now — only 15 spots remain before Minted Wealth Live!

How To Get Involved:

Life-Changing Money is a podcast all about money. We share stories of how money has impacted and radically changed the lives of others—and how it can do the same for you.

Your host, Barbara Schreihans (pronounced ShREE-hands) is the founder and CEO of Your Tax Coach, and the creator of the Write Off Your Life Course. She is a top tax strategist, business coach, and expert in helping business owners and high-net-worth individuals save millions in taxes while increasing profits.

When she’s not leading her team, coaching clients, or dreaming up new goals for her company, you can find her drinking coffee, hanging out with her family, and traveling the world.

Grab a cup of coffee and become inspired as we hear from those who have overcome and are overcoming their self-limiting beliefs and money mindsets!

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