The Jasmine Star Show

Have you ever had someone believe in you before you fully believed in yourself?

For me, that person was my mentor, Susan.

I first discovered Susan on Clubhouse while I was building Social Curator and trying to figure out the world of SaaS. After months of listening to her advice, I finally worked up the courage to ask her a question—and what she shared helped me raise $555,000 in less than an hour.

But the money isn’t what changed my life. Her belief in me did.

In this episode, I’m sharing the business lessons Susan taught me about focusing on the plan instead of constantly reacting to problems, deciding what to keep, delegate, or let go, and why diluted focus creates diluted results.

And then? EXECUTE.

Because ideas and strategies are great, but they don’t change a business until we act on them.

This episode is also much more personal. I share what happened when Susan unexpectedly entered palliative care and the incredible gift of getting to tell her—in person—how profoundly her mentorship changed my life.

Friend, this episode is about business, but it’s also about something bigger: Tell people what they mean to you. Use what they taught you. And pass it forward.

Click play to hear the lessons from one of the greatest mentors I’ve ever had—and why I believe her impact doesn’t stop with me.

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[00:00] Why having someone believe in you can completely change your trajectory

[00:56] How I accidentally found the mentor who would transform my business

[01:48] How one piece of Susan's advice helped me raise $555,000 in under an hour

[03:22] Why founders need to give themselves credit for what's already working

[05:20] How to stop reacting to problems and build around your 12-month plan

[06:29] How to decide what to keep, delegate, or completely let go

[07:14] Why execution matters more than another great idea or strategy

[32:05] Why I finally told my mentor exactly what her belief in me meant

Listen to Related Episodes:

• Strategies that Have Transformed My Business with (My Coach) Susan Sierota
• Eavesdrop on a Private Call with Me and My Business Mentor
• Business Questions Answered: Roundtable Discussion with Brilliant and Successful Women

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For full show notes, visit jasminestar.com/podcast/episode656

Do you know someone who can just…figure it out?

Not enough money, time, information, or resources? Somehow, someway, they MAKE. IT. HAPPEN.

There’s a word for this quality: agency.

And after spending years around successful entrepreneurs, I’ve become convinced that self-agency is one of the most important qualities a business owner can develop.

Because business WILL business. A launch won’t go according to plan. Your website will crash. The algorithm will change. Someone will drop the ball.

The question isn’t whether something unexpected will happen. It’s: What will you do next?

In this episode, I’m breaking down three ways to strengthen your self-agency: ownership, action, and responsibility. I also share a personal story about Dr. Gabrielle Lyon that completely changed how I think about refusing to accept a dead end.

Because self-agency doesn’t mean believing you can control everything.

It means believing that no matter what happens, you can control your next move.

Press play to learn how to stop waiting, start moving, and become the entrepreneur who figures it out.

Click play to hear all of this and:

[00:00] Why “making it happen” might be the most valuable entrepreneurial trait you can develop

[00:52] How self-agency determines whether you wait for circumstances to change or create your next move

[01:56] Why successful business owners find another way when the original plan stops working

[02:52] How Dr. Gabrielle Lyon showed me what extraordinary agency looks like in real life

[05:46] How to assess your self-agency by examining ownership instead of blame

[06:51] Why taking action before you feel completely ready creates clarity

[07:54] How faster decision-making can strengthen your agency

[08:45] Why changing the questions you ask yourself changes what you believe is possible

Listen to Related Episodes:

• How to Create Sustainable Business Success by Prioritizing Your Health with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon
• Building a Business (and Marriage) with Your Spouse: Behind the Scenes with my Husband, JD
• 5 Steps to Self-Trust That Change Everything

📧 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/episode655

For most of my life, we did NOT talk about money. Like…at all.

So when I entered the online business world and heard entrepreneurs openly discussing revenue, investing, and financial goals? Your girl was SHOOK.

It took me years to realize something that completely changed my relationship with money: Money isn’t good or bad. Money is a tool.

In this conversation with financial feminist Tori Dunlap, we go beyond money to talk about entrepreneurship, fear of failure, and recognizing the skills you already have that could become a business.

We also dig into why a saturated market doesn’t mean there isn’t room for you. Because people don’t just buy the cake—they buy from the baker. They don’t just buy the photographs—they hire the photographer.

Your perspective, personality, experiences, and values are part of what makes your business different.

If you’ve ever wondered, “Who am I to do this?” or “What if I fail?” this conversation is for you.

Talk about the money. Ask the question. Share what you know. Start the business.

Friend, there’s room for you.

Click play to hear all of this and:

[00:00] Why talking about money can feel taboo—and how normalizing the conversation changes everything

[01:46] How seeing money as a tool instead of a savior can transform the relationship with wealth

[03:25] Why risking failure can be better than living with regret

[04:30] How to recognize skills that could already be generating income

[05:26] Why a saturated market doesn’t mean there isn’t room for another business

[07:01] How human connection influences buying decisions and builds trust

[07:56] How to show up even when there’s fear of judgment

[08:09] Why building something meaningful is worth the risk of other people’s opinions

Listen to Related Episodes:

• How Women Reclaim Power Through Money with Financial Feminist, Tori Dunlap
• 3 Money Beliefs That Made Me Millions
• The Top 5 Things Successful Women Do Differently

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For full show notes, visit jasminestar.com/podcast/episode654

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Have you ever dismissed something because it came naturally to you?

What if the knowledge you take for granted is actually your greatest business opportunity?

In this episode, I'm sharing the exact framework I use to help entrepreneurs uncover the expertise they're already sitting on. Through a chance conversation with a cinematographer on a flight and a coaching session with a woman who transformed her personal journey into a powerful business idea, you'll discover why people don't just buy information—they invest in experience, proven frameworks, and transformation.

I'll walk you through three simple questions (plus one bonus question) that can help you identify your unique expertise, uncover your next online offer, and stop believing you're "not qualified enough."

If you've been waiting until you feel ready, this episode is your reminder that clarity doesn't come before action—it comes because of it.

Click play to hear all of this and:

[00:00] Why people buy experience instead of information—and what that means for your business

[01:59] How one airplane conversation uncovered two powerful business opportunities

[07:45] The coaching conversation that reveals how to teach what comes naturally

[16:20] The three questions that uncover your hidden expertise

[22:01] The bonus question that unlocks overlooked business ideas

[24:50] Why your "different" approach is actually your competitive advantage

[26:38] The belief that's keeping you from building the business you're capable of creating

Listen to Related Episodes:

• Jump and the Net Will Appear: The Mindset That Changed My Life
• Stop Struggling: How to Choose a Niche That Sells
• Start Messy. Forget Perfection. Make Money.

For full show notes, visit jasminestar.com/podcast/episode653

If you've been waiting until your content is perfect before you hit "post," this episode is your permission to stop waiting.

Marketing has changed—and that's actually great news for small business owners. Today's algorithms reward relevance over popularity, which means you don't need a massive following to grow your business.

In this episode, I'm sharing what's actually working in marketing right now, why consistency beats perfection, and six types of content you can create in less than six minutes. We'll also talk about why organic content should drive your paid advertising strategy, whether posting more really matters, and how to build trust with content that feels authentic—not overly polished.

If you're ready to stop overthinking and start creating, this episode will give you the mindset and practical strategies to market your business with confidence.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why today's algorithms favor relevance over follower count
• The three biggest shifts in social media marketing
• Six content ideas you can create in under six minutes
• Why organic content should guide your paid ads
• How consistency—not perfection—creates momentum and growth

Click play to hear all of this and:

[00:00] Why today's marketing looks nothing like it did five years ago

[01:52] How the algorithm actually finds your ideal customer

[05:43] Why authentic content is outperforming polished perfection

[07:46] How organic content becomes your best paid advertising strategy

[10:33] Six content ideas you can create in under six minutes

[17:10] Why volume beats perfection (and the math proves it)

[20:52] Can you sell only through DMs? Here's my answer.

[23:47] What to do when your launch isn't working

[25:36] The 60-day content challenge that can change your business

Listen to Related Episodes:

• The Social Media Shift That’s Changing Everything
• The Top 5 Marketing Trends You Can’t Ignore in 2026
• 5 Chat GPT Hacks Our Team Uses to Save Hours Every Week

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For full show notes, visit jasminestar.com/podcast/episode652

There are certain conversations that challenge you to think bigger about what's possible—and this is one of them.

In this episode, I'm joined by entrepreneur, author, and Cardone Ventures President Natalie Dawson for a candid conversation about money, confidence, entrepreneurship, and the skills required to create extraordinary success.

Natalie shares her belief that if you don't currently have a skill capable of generating $500,000 a year, your next goal should be developing one. We discuss why sales and marketing are the two most valuable skills an entrepreneur can master, why creativity matters more than capital when starting a business, and how her "47-minute rule" can help you dramatically change your future.

We also dive into radical ownership, working with family, building confidence through competence, and why external validation can never become the foundation of your self-worth.

Whether you're building a business, pursuing a bigger goal, or simply ready for your next level of growth, this conversation will leave you inspired to take action.

Click play to hear all of this and:

[00:01] How women are earning more than ever before—and why many feel isolated when discussing wealth and financial decisions.

[05:35] Why Natalie believes every entrepreneur should identify and master a high-income skill.

[06:43] How sales and marketing become the foundation for earning and scaling.

[12:38] The surprising reason money isn't the biggest barrier to starting a business.

[14:37] A practical framework for learning, selling, and growing faster.

[20:50] How taking full ownership transformed a painful business experience into growth.

[39:14] Why the self-made entrepreneur narrative is often misleading—and what actually works.

[51:10] How organization, responsibility, and self-trust are connected.

[57:35] Natalie's biggest takeaway after appearing on one of the world's biggest podcasts.

Listen to Related Episodes:

• Hiring, training, and retaining high-performing team members with Natalie Dawson.
• How Women Reclaim Power Through Money with Financial Feminist, Tori Dunlap
• The Top 5 Things Successful Women Do Differently

Connect With Natalie Dawson:

• Instagram
• Facebook
• Website

For full show notes, visit jasminestar.com/podcast/episode651

If you've been listening to this podcast for a while, you know I love talking about business strategy, marketing, leadership, and scaling. But every once in a while, a conversation takes me somewhere much deeper.

This is one of those conversations.

When Leanne Lopez Mosley invited me onto her podcast, I expected we'd talk about entrepreneurship and content creation. We did—but she also asked me questions I'd never answered publicly before.

We talk about authenticity versus oversharing, why I don't actually love creating content (but love what it makes possible), how growing up with scarcity shaped my relationship with success, why I walked away from law school without even owning a camera, and the identity shifts required to build an eight-figure business.

I also share what surfaced during a week-long solo retreat that changed how I think about trust, leadership, marriage, and becoming the next version of myself.

If you've ever wondered what really happens behind the scenes of building a business—and the internal work that growth requires—I hope this conversation reminds you that success isn't just about better strategies. Sometimes it's about becoming the person capable of carrying the life you're building.

And yes… after all that, Leanne and I head into the kitchen to make my famous guacamole.

Click play to hear all of this and:

[00:00] Why opening up about the things I usually keep private changed how I think about connection, leadership, and building trust online.

[03:44] How the strongest entrepreneurs survive every algorithm change by mastering the fundamentals instead of chasing every new tactic.

[09:26] Why growing up with scarcity can unconsciously cap your growth—and the mindset work required to break through those invisible ceilings.

[15:41] The unlikely story of leaving law school, starting with almost nothing, and accidentally building a personal brand before "personal branding" was even a thing.

[26:59] How to create meaningful content, protect your peace, and avoid the burnout that comes from oversharing online.

[33:04] The leadership lessons I'm learning while building an eight-figure business—and why trusting your team is harder than hiring one.

[42:00] The emotional realization that surfaced during a solo retreat and how learning to trust others started with learning to love myself.

[48:20] A behind-the-scenes kitchen conversation filled with laughter, love stories, and the guacamole recipe everyone asks for.

Listen to Related Episodes:

• The Letter I Wrote to My Younger Self (And Why It Changed Everything)
• The Harsh Truth About Content, Burnout, and Staying in the Game
• 3 Rules I Follow To Get Real Results In Business And Life

📧 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/episode650

If you've ever looked at another entrepreneur and thought, "They make it look so easy," this episode is for you.

Here's the truth: what looks like effortless success is usually the result of years of intentional habits.

In this episode, I'm sharing one of the biggest lessons I've ever learned about entrepreneurship—and it all started with an unexpected realization in my college cafeteria. From there, we'll dive into the psychology of habits, including the Habit Loop, Keystone Habits, and the powerful difference between your stated preferences (what you say you want) and your revealed preferences (what your daily actions actually show).

I'll also share the simple habits that have helped me consistently create content, grow my business, and become the kind of entrepreneur who follows through—even when it's hard.

If you've been feeling stuck, waiting for motivation, or wondering why consistency feels so difficult, this episode will give you a practical framework to replace habits that are holding you back with ones that move you closer to the business—and life—you want to build.

Because success isn't built by luck.

It's built one habit at a time.

Click play to hear all of this and:

[00:00] How one unexpected college experience taught me that the smallest daily choices shape the biggest transformations.

[01:44] Why understanding cues, routines, and rewards can help you replace bad habits instead of fighting them.

[04:34] Running a business isn't always fun—but learning to love the process is what separates entrepreneurs who quit from those who succeed.

[07:06] How "stated preferences" versus "revealed preferences" explains why motivation fades—and what to do instead.

[09:58] The behind-the-scenes routines I rely on every week to stay consistent, productive, and focused.

[10:37] The simple framework for replacing habits that no longer serve you with habits that move your business forward.

[12:39] How aligning your identity with your daily actions creates extraordinary business results over time.

[14:30] The simple challenge I'm giving every listener to create lasting momentum and become the entrepreneur they want to be.

Listen to Related Episodes:

• 3 Rules I Follow To Get Real Results In Business And Life
• Why You’re Stuck (And the Science to Move Forward)
• The 4 Things My Brain Did to Keep Me Stuck - and How I Overcame Them

📧 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/episode649

Have you ever known exactly what to do... and still not done it?

This episode was inspired by a conversation with an entrepreneur who had the strategy, the plan, and the next steps—but was struggling to take action.

That led me to a realization: entrepreneurs usually get stuck in one of two places.

1. I don't know what to do.
2. I know what to do, but I'm not doing it.

In this episode, I'm breaking down how I navigate both challenges, including the simple exercise I use to create clarity when I feel overwhelmed and the mindset shift that helps me move forward when fear, perfectionism, or procrastination show up.

Because here's the truth:

Action comes first. Confidence comes later.

If you've been waiting to feel ready before taking your next step, this episode is your reminder that confidence isn't something you find—it's something you build.

The future version of you is waiting on the other side of one small action. Let's get moving.

Click play to hear all of this and:

[00:00] Why "Action Comes First, Confidence Comes Later" Changes Everything

[01:40] How to Move Forward When You Don’t Know What To Do

[02:35] The Brain Dump Method That Creates Clarity and Momentum

[04:15] A Miami Conversation That Revealed a Hidden Leadership Problem

[05:10] Why the Right Questions Only Appear After You Start

[06:00] The Two Categories Every Entrepreneur Gets Stuck In

[07:00] What’s Really Happening When You Know What To Do But Won’t Do It

[08:00] How Action Creates Evidence and Evidence Creates Confidence

Listen to Related Episodes:

• Behind the Scenes of Building a Bold Pitch
• Do It While You’re Busy
• If You Don’t Quit, You Can’t Lose

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For full show notes, visit jasminestar.com/podcast/episode648

→ If you want to learn more about building a digital business, DM me the word ‘Method’ on Instagram @JasmineStar. ←

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Why do some businesses stick in your mind while others get lost in the noise?

In this episode, I’m breaking down the three elements of great marketing: it’s memorable, different, and unforgettable.

I’ll share the lessons I’ve learned over 17 years of building businesses online—from starting as a photographer with no camera to creating digital products that generated millions in revenue. You'll hear how a simple PDF became my first six-figure digital offer, why clarity beats complexity, and how to create content people actually remember.

We’ll dive into:
 • The difference between having a business online and building an online business
 • Why memorable marketing gets shared
 • How to stand out without copying trends
 • The secret to creating loyal customers through emotional connection

Because the businesses that win aren’t always the loudest—they’re the ones people remember.

If you want your marketing to create attention, curiosity, and loyalty, this episode is for you.

Click play to hear all of this and:

[00:00] How the three pillars of marketing shape every successful brand.

[01:06] Why this distinction changed the trajectory of my career.

[03:46] The accidental digital product that opened my eyes to passive revenue.

[05:34] How specialization became my greatest advantage.

[06:29] The lessons I learned while feeling completely out of place.

[12:28] Why clarity beats complexity every time.

[19:22] How audience research creates messaging that converts.

[20:26] Why feelings, not facts, create long-term loyalty.

Listen to Related Episodes:

• The Top 5 Marketing Trends You Can’t Ignore in 2026
• Old School Marketing Tactics, New School Results
• Big Business Growth: Strategy Marketing with Seth Godin (a.k.a. Willy Wonka)

For full show notes, visit jasminestar.com/podcast/episode647