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—brick by brick—the future I’m chasing.

If you’re in a season of change, trust me: this one’s for you.

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[00:01] Discover why I document the behind-the-scenes decisions that shape my business trajectory.

[00:45] How a chaotic, overcrowded hotel nearly ruined our family trip—and what happened next.

[03:40] How an unexpected offer transformed our vacation (and my mindset).

[05:15] Why waking up in a dream-like beach house felt like divine intervention.

[06:25] Why our biggest breakthroughs often come when we surrender control.

[07:20] How this vacation miracle mirrors entrepreneurship (and why we need to stay flexible).

Listen to Related Episodes:

• Quarter Four Review: How I'm Building The Foundation For My Biggest Year Yet
• Quarter One Review: Inside My Podcast Monetization Strategy + Course Launch Wins
• My Raw and Real Q2 Business Review

Episodes Mentioned:

• How to Thrive in a Post-AI Economy with Amy Sangster
• How to Reclaim Your Time and Boost Business Productivity with Nick Sonnenberg
• The Truth About Building a Sales Team: A Behind the Scenes Look

📧 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/episode596

You know that feeling when you find a platform that just works—and you never have to worry about switching? That’s been me and Showit for the past 10+ years.

I built my website with Showit because it gives me total design freedom.

If you’re ready to build a website that works FOR you—and not against you—head to JasmineStar.com/showit for a 14-day free trial + first month free when you subscribe!

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 empty—it’s refillable.

If you've been waiting for a sign to take action, this is it.✨

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[00:45] Why you’ll never feel ready until you consistently show up—and how confidence is built through action.

[01:53] A mindset shift: The cup isn't half full or half empty—it’s refillable. Learn how to reframe lack into possibility.

[03:09] How shifting from a fixed mindset to a growth mindset unlocks new levels in life and business.

[04:35] Discover the shocking statistic about daily negative thoughts—and why awareness is the first step to change.

[06:35] Reframing the label “awkward” and what it actually says about your behavior in social situations.

[08:15] What happens when you overthink social interactions—and how to shift into presence and connection.

[09:57] The truth about feeling pressure to be “on” all the time—and what it means to embrace authenticity instead.

🎧 Listen to the full episode: Unqualified? Unfunded? Uneducated? GOOD, Now Go Start a Business: Tips with Sharon Says So, >>HERE<<

📧 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/episode595

You know that feeling when you find a platform that just works—and you never have to worry about switching? That’s been me and Showit for the past 10+ years.

I built my website with Showit because it gives me total design freedom.

If you’re ready to build a website that works FOR you—and not against you—head to JasmineStar.com/showit for a 14-day free trial + first month free when you subscribe!

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 revenue streams behind her business model

✨ The mindset shift that turned her into a viral CEO

✨ Her new recurring offer: the Excel Panic Button

✨ How she blends spiritual practice with business growth

Kat shares wisdom on manifestation, frequency, and scaling a business from the inside out.

Whether you love systems or avoid spreadsheets at all costs, this episode will inspire you to monetize your magic in a whole new way.

Click play to hear all of this and:

[02:56] How Kat created five different revenue streams from one core skill.

[05:44] The mindset work Kat did for two months before starting Miss Excel — and how it changed everything.

[07:28] Why Kat told her mom she’d be rich and famous before she had a single product.

[08:34] Kat shares the exact spiritual practices that prepped her for massive business growth.

[13:10] Behind the scenes of Kat’s latest offer — and why recurring revenue is her next big focus.

[14:45] How Kat’s business serves corporations, universities, and individual learners — all while staying digital.

[21:58] The difference between copying trends and energetically aligning with your audience.

Listen to Related Episodes:

• How to Double Your Energy and Focus with Tanessa Shears
• Creating the Life You Love with Kathrin Zenkina

Connect With Kat Norton:

Kat Norton is the founder and face behind the viral brand Miss Excel, where she teaches Excel and other tech tools through short-form content, online courses, and corporate training. With over 1 million followers across platforms and a business that’s crossed into multi-seven-figure territory, Kat is redefining what it looks like to make education engaging, fun, and wildly profitable. A huge advocate for mindset work and manifestation, Kat blends energy and strategy to help others step into their most empowered selves.

Website: https://miss-excel.com

Instagram: @miss.excel

TikTok: @miss.excel

📧 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/episode594

You know that feeling when you find a platform that just works—and you never have to worry about switching? That’s been me and Showit for the past 10+ years.

I built my website with Showit because it gives me total design freedom.

If you’re ready to build a website that works FOR you—and not against you—head to JasmineStar.com/showit for a 14-day free trial + first month free when you subscribe!