What would you say to your younger self?

In this raw and vulnerable episode, I’m sharing the letter I wrote during a leadership mastermind exercise—a truth I never planned to make public.

It’s a reflection on the pain that fuels our purpose, the “chip” we carry, and a powerful reminder of Solomon’s Paradox: we often give better advice to others than to ourselves.

This episode is for anyone who’s ever wondered if the hard parts of their story were worth it. (Spoiler: they were.)

Let’s dive into the truth of the journey—no metrics, no masks.

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[00:00] Why Writing a Letter to Your Younger Self Can Be Transformative

[01:45] What’s Your Chip? The Pain That Fuels Purpose

[04:12] Vulnerability in High-Performing Rooms

[05:45] Understanding Solomon’s Paradox in Entrepreneurship

[06:50] Why This Podcast Exists: Documenting the Journey

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• Growing in Life + Business: What I'm Learning in the Messy Middle

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What happens when you’re invited to a dinner where you can’t say your last name… or what you do? I thought it was a scam—until I met Jon Levy: NYT bestselling author, behavioral scientist, and mastermind behind a wildly powerful community experience.

In this episode, Jon and I chat about why traditional networking is broken, the science of trust and connection, how to build authentic relationships (even without money or a big platform), and what people really remember about you.

If you've ever felt awkward networking or wondered how to build influence without being fake, this one’s for you. 💥

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[04:47] What is The Influencer Dinner — and how it redefines networking

[10:44] The IKEA Effect: Why effort = emotional connection

[14:38] Is belonging actually more important than food or water?

[20:34] Your friendships shape your habits — the science behind it

[25:28] Why your superpower might not scale (and what does)

[31:43] Don’t have a big platform? Host something simple and novel

[47:57] Build trust by asking for small favors — and grow from there

[56:03] Jon’s final message: The world needs your invitation

Listen to Related Episodes:

• How to Create More Meaningful Relationships in Business
• How to Host Successful Events and Build Meaningful Connections

Connect With Jon Levy:

Jon Levy is a behavioral scientist, TED speaker, and author of You're Invited: The Art and Science of Cultivating Influence. He’s best known for curating The Influencers Dinner, where attendees cook together but can’t reveal their last names or professions. His work explores how connection, belonging, and trust drive behavior, relationships, and success.

Website: www.jonlevy.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jonlevy

Book: You’re Invited

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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!

No filters. No fluff. Just the raw, behind-the-scenes truth of what really happened in Q2 of 2025.

From a boujee birthday dinner turned life metaphor, to hosting a high-level mastermind, to a brutal failed launch that taught me more than any win ever could—this episode is full of lessons from the front lines of business.

I’m talking team restructuring, CEO decisions, the new “J* System” we’re building, and the mindset shifts that come with leading through doubt, pivots, and imposter syndrome.

If you’ve ever asked, “Am I crazy for doing this?” — this episode is for you.

Because maybe… the crazy ones are the ones who build something unforgettable. 🎙️

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[00:00] “You’re in the right room.” Why building in public matters—and why Jasmine keeps sharing these quarterly reviews.

[03:00] The birthday dinner that told a story. A family moment at Javier’s becomes a metaphor for business evolution.

[06:25] Hosting the Q2 Mastermind. What Jasmine taught (and learned) about leadership, team structure, and scaling.

[12:40] The failed launch. A raw reflection on when a campaign doesn’t convert—and how the team handled it.

[18:10] Hiring decisions and culture audits. Why “letting go” might be the best leadership move you'll make.

[23:30] Introducing the “J System.”* How a new internal operating system is transforming Jasmine’s remote team.

[29:00] Entrepreneurial vulnerability. The mental game of showing up, even when you’re uncertain and imperfect.

Listen to Related Episodes:

• Content Marketing, Real Estate, and Digital Courses: How Blake Rocha Built Wealth in His Early 20s
• From Objections to YES: The High-Ticket Sales Secrets You Need with Shelby Saap
• The Science of Belonging (And Why It Can Grow Your Business) with Jon Levy (releasing July 24, 2025)

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For full show notes, visit jasminestar.com/podcast/episode563

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!