This year, I’ve spent over $56,000 on coaching, masterminds, and mentorships.

It made zero sense when I did it. The payoff? Didn’t show up for months. And honestly—it got worse before it got better.

But I’m finally seeing the fruit. And I want to tell you the real story of what happens when you invest before you feel ready, before it feels safe, and before the return is clear.

Inside this episode, I’m sharing:

• The moment I cried in the shower and knew I had to do it anyway
• How being in the right rooms rewired my entire identity
• Why I felt like a total failure for 4 months—and kept showing up
• The difference between tactical ROI and internal transformation
• How I’m already planning Q4 and 2026 from a new standard of leadership

Here’s what I know now:

You can’t shortcut confidence. You can’t shortcut belief. You can’t shortcut skill.

But you can collapse time by getting in the room with women who are ahead of you.

If you’ve been circling an investment or doubting the one you already made—this one’s for you.

Power Moves:

• Proximity > perfection
• Energy > tactics
• Identity alignment > online hype

Quick Links:

• Book: One to Many by Jason Fladlien
• Come hang with me on Instagram: @theblakleeramsey