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—brick by brick—the future I’m chasing. If you’re in a season of change, trust me: this one’s for you. Click >>PLAY<< to hear all of this and: [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 YetQuarter One Review: Inside My Podcast Monetization Strategy + Course Launch WinsMy Raw and Real Q2 Business Review Episodes Mentioned:How to Thrive in a Post-AI Economy with Amy SangsterHow to Reclaim Your Time and Boost Business Productivity with Nick SonnenbergThe 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!