The Jasmine Star Show

<p>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.</p>

From Burnout to Breakthrough: The Power of the Pivot

Have you ever hit a point in your business where everything should feel amazing… but instead you’re thinking: “Is this really what I want forever?” That was Robin Ballard. At the time, she had a dream business—thriving event planning company, skilled team, systems in place. But deep down, she knew something else was calling. She didn’t have all the answers, but she had the courage to ask better questions. In today’s episode, I’m sharing a full-circle moment: Robin stepped away from what was w...

11-20
42:15

What $100M CEOs Taught Me About Growth

There’s a difference between watching someone scale to 8-figures… and sitting at the table with them learning how they did it. In this episode, I’m sharing a behind-the-scenes look at a recent executive retreat with founders running $5M to $100M businesses—and the raw takeaways that rocked me. You’ll also hear a mid-retreat coaching call where I challenged my community to make a public declaration (and follow through). If you’ve ever wondered what really happens inside high-level mastermind r...

11-18
44:14

Quarterly Review: Behind the Scenes of My Biggest Lessons of Q3

This is one of my favorite episodes to create each quarter because it's a chance to reflect on what worked, what flopped, and what moved the needle in my business. In this Q3 “Laying Bricks” episode, I share the behind-the-scenes of July through September 2025—including a vacation that went wildly wrong… until it turned into a total miracle. From beach house surprises to tough team decisions, I’m breaking down the mindset shifts, business moves, and real-life lessons that are helping me build...

11-13
31:38

Why Failure Is the Fastest Path to Growth

Ever felt underqualified, overwhelmed, or like you're not enough to chase your dreams? This shortie episode is for you. This clip from my conversation with the brilliant Sharon McMahon dives into the mindset shifts that helped me go from stuck in self-doubt to boldly showing up—imperfect and all. We talk about reframing failure, ditching the fixed mindset, and why being "not ready" is actually your superpower. Plus, you'll hear a simple reframe that changed everything for me: your cup isn’t e...

11-11
11:57

From Anxiety to Abundance: How Miss Excel Built a 7-Figure Empire Teaching Spreadsheets with Kat Norton

Have you ever looked at a spreadsheet and thought: “Absolutely not today, Satan”? 🙋🏽‍♀️ Same. But this episode isn’t about Excel formulas — it’s about the business and mindset behind the viral brand Miss Excel, created by Kat Norton. Kat went from 60-hour workweeks in a job she didn’t love to building a multi-7-figure business teaching Excel on TikTok… all by leading with energy and alignment first. We chat about: ✨ How energetic work (not just strategy) launched her success ✨ The multiple re...

11-06
01:01:58

Is Your Website Costing You Clients? Here’s How to Fix It

Is your website working for you… or against you? In this episode, Jasmine shares a behind-the-scenes conversation with a friend who sold his company for $40M—and why his next big move depended on one thing: a website that actually converts. You’ll learn: Why your website—not social media—is your most powerful digital asset3 must-haves for building trust and driving leadsHow AI search (like ChatGPT) is changing how clients find youAnd the real talk Jasmine had with herself about updating her o...

11-04
25:35

The Year I Operationalized My Business and Felt Lost

What happens after you build the business of your dreams… but have no idea what comes next? In this vulnerable solo episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on what it really looked like to step away from the day-to-day at Social Curator, operationalize the company, and wait for “the next big thing” to arrive. Spoiler alert: It didn’t. I share how I found myself on a remote island in Hawaii with no social media, no laptop, just a journal—and a lot of questions. Despite outward success, I felt st...

10-30
17:03

How I’m Wooing My Next Executive Hire; Building a Dream Team Starts with THIS

Ever tried to woo a dream hire… and got rejected? In this behind-the-scenes episode, I share how hiring a new executive for one of my companies turned into the business version of 90 Day Fiancé. 😅💼 You’ll hear: Why I risked public rejection to share thisHow I courted a former agency partner to lead our sales teamWhat I did when she turned me down (spoiler: I celebrated her)Why I believe every “no” is just a “not right now”And how I literally scouted talent… at church 👀This isn’t a hiring tuto...

10-28
33:54

Why Fear Means You’re On the Right Path

Can we get real for a second? So many entrepreneurs are waiting to feel "ready." Waiting for the right gear, the right timing, the right confidence. But here's the thing… you’ll never have enough. In this short but mighty episode, I’m sharing a powerful snippet from a past conversation with my friend Ken Coleman—also known as America’s Career Coach—and whew, it’s a gut check. We talk about: The myth that you need more experience, tools, or permission to start.Why being uncomfortable is part o...

10-23
12:02

From Etsy to Empire: Dylan Jahraus’ 7-Figure Pivot

When life threw Dylan Jahraus a curveball, she didn’t fold—she built a 7-figure business instead. From climbing the corporate ladder to becoming a stay-at-home mom, to scaling a multi-million-dollar Etsy shop and pivoting into digital education, Dylan’s journey is packed with lessons in resilience, reinvention, and unapologetic growth. 🙌 In this episode, she shares: How she scaled to $2M+ in under 2 yearsWhy she walked away from physical productsHer biggest hiring mistake (and what she’d do d...

10-21
51:55

Burnout, Visibility, and the Power of Owning Your Voice | Powerhouse Women Panel

Ever felt scared to put yourself out there or wondered, “Who am I to be visible?” This episode is for you. Recorded live at the Powerhouse Women event, this panel conversation dives deep into the emotional side of building a personal brand. Joined by Krista Williams (Almost 30) and Lori Harder (Earn Your Happy), we talk about showing up online—even when you’re tired, scared, or doubting yourself. You’ll hear how to reveal the next version of yourself, navigate judgment (especially your own), ...

10-16
49:28

Inside our 8-Step Sales Framework for Consistent $10K Months

Ever feel awkward when it’s time to sell? 😬 Same. But what if you had a proven 8-step sales framework that took our team from zero experience to a 60% close rate? In this episode, I share the exact process we used to build confidence, train our team, and sell everything from masterminds to coaching programs—without feeling sleazy. You’ll learn how to isolate desire, avoid common sales mistakes, and create a process that works for any offer (yes, even hot dogs 🐶🌭). Let’s ditch the awkward and ...

10-14
23:34

Start Messy. Forget Perfection. Make Money.

If you’ve ever found yourself saying, “I’ll start when I have more time/money/clarity/confidence…” this episode is your permission slip to quit waiting and just start already. 🙌 While traveling with Amy Porterfield, I had a powerful conversation in the TSA line with a woman named Diana—an aspiring founder who had an amazing idea but hadn’t taken the first step. She was asking about investors and funding, and before she could finish her sentence, I interrupted her with one phrase that changed ...

10-09
13:57

The Real Reason Customers Choose You (It’s Not What You Think)

Your brand isn’t your logo, colors, or fonts—it’s the feeling people have about your business when you’re not in the room. In this solo episode, I’m breaking down the real reason customers choose you (hint: it’s emotional), and why brand trust is your biggest growth tool. I share: Why feelings drive loyalty (even with peanut butter)How companies like Apple + McDonald’s engineer emotionHow I built brand trust in my 7-Figure MastermindThe $50K investment I made based on brand aloneIf you want t...

10-07
45:52

Build Wealth by Changing the Way You Think About Money with Anthony O’Neal

You don’t need a million dollars to have a millionaire mindset — and in this episode with bestselling author and financial educator Anthony O’Neal, we explore exactly what that means. 💭💸 We break down the difference between a broke mindset, a millionaire mindset, and a billionaire mindset — and how rewiring the way you think about money can completely change your business. If you’ve struggled with investing, delegating, or just feeling stuck financially, this conversation will give you a powe...

10-02
16:13

Build It Like You’ll Sell It: A Wake-Up Call for Founders with Shay Bacani

How do you build a business you can sell, scale, or step away from? That’s the question Shay Bacani and I dive into in this no-fluff conversation. Shay breaks down why so many women build beautiful but unsellable lifestyle businesses—and what it takes to turn your company into a true asset. We unpack how to restructure your business, think bigger, and stop being the bottleneck in your own growth. If you're ready to build real wealth (not just revenue), press play. This episode will challenge ...

09-30
51:42

How I Scaled My Personal Brand to 7 Figures

Ever rolled your eyes at the phrase “personal brand”? Same. But before you check out, I want to show you why building a personal brand might be the most profitable thing you do in business. In this episode, I’m sharing: What building a personal brand really means (hint: it's not about being an influencer)The exact hires that helped me step into my CEO roleThe journal entry I wrote after hiring a COO (yes, I’m sharing it 👀)And how one messy Facebook post led me to my most powerful team memberB...

09-25
39:49

5 Steps to Pivot with Purpose (Not Panic)

Can I be real with you? There have been times in my business when I wanted to burn it all down. Shut the laptop. Toss the planner. Delete the Instagram account. Sound familiar? But what I’ve learned over and over (the hard way, of course) is this: You don’t pivot because you’re “over it.” You pivot because you’ve EARNED it. Inside this solo episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on what it really takes to pivot your business—and spoiler alert: it’s not just about following your gut or chasing ...

09-23
32:32

How to Build a Sellable Business That Doesn’t Depend on You with Jessica Marx

Jessica Marx joins me to share how she helped scale a biotech company to a multi-billion-dollar acquisition—and why she’s now on a mission to help small business owners build companies that run without them. We dive into what makes a business truly scalable, the most common reasons entrepreneurs burn out, and how to turn your business into an asset instead of a job. If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to exit—or just step back—this episode is for you. Click play to hear all of this and: [01...

09-18
47:18

Stop the Busywork and Start Scaling

Ever feel like you're doing everything but getting nowhere? In this episode, I dive into how I reclaimed my time, energy, and CEO role by doing a time audit (yes, it's annoying—and yes, it's worth it), delegating what no longer served me, and creating intentional blank space on my calendar. Spoiler alert: focus is the real F-word in business. If you’re ready to stop spinning your wheels and start scaling with clarity, this one’s for you. Click play to hear all of this and: [00:50] Why focus i...

09-16
25:15

Kabbie Kirai

this podcast is everything I needed right now. thank you

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Lawrence Robertson

Forever full of Wit, Wisdom, and enthusiasm about life, love, and of course success in business. I have learned so much over the years from this truly inspiring woman. And I look forward to receiving more of her Vonderfullness in the future.

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bree pashman

I literally listen to this podcast weekly. SO amazing! has helped my business so much and I love social curator!

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Susan Ditchfield

Fantastic podcast! Jasmine Star is so relatable and filled with all the business wisdom. She has great insight and applicable steps for business owners to implement.

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Rolene Naffouj

This is so so good!!! 15 minutes!!!! 'podcasts is just a way to get free consulting' loved that 🤣🤣🤣

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