The Jillian Murphy Show

ep. 294 How to land your dream podcast w/ Jillian Murphy

Welcome back, babes, to the podcast! 🎙️ Today’s episode is a behind-the-scenes look at Jillian’s journey as she celebrates over 300 episodes and reflects on how the show (and she) have evolved. From debating a new intro and shaking up the format, to bringing in powerhouse guest experts and giving you the real talk on entrepreneurship, this episode feels like you’re sitting across the table with Jillian herself.
If you’ve ever wondered what it really takes to stay consistent, keep growing, and still love the work after years of podcasting and business building, this one’s for you.
 
Topics Covered:
Jillian’s reflections on hitting 300+ episodes (and why she’s rethinking her intro)
The importance of evolving your brand voice as your audience grows
Behind-the-scenes of balancing solo episodes vs. expert guest conversations
Why long-winded scripts and overproduction don’t always serve your listeners
Real talk on pivoting and experimenting even when something’s “working”
The mindset shift that keeps consistency fun instead of overwhelming
 
“Whatever is happening to you right now is happening at the appropriate time that it's supposed to happen.” – Jillian
 
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ep. 293 Make MORE Sales by Understanding These 4 Buyer Types w/ Lori Harder

Welcome back, babes, to the Scale Your Sales Podcast! Today’s episode is extra special because I’m sharing an interview I did on Lori Harder’s podcast — a true “pinch me” moment since her show has reached over 65 million downloads and featured some of the biggest names in the industry.
In this conversation, I open up about my journey from leaving corporate America to building a thriving sales coaching business. I share the mindset shifts, strategies, and relentless consistency that helped me grow, along with the real talk on what it actually takes to simplify your sales and scale without relying on fancy funnels or complicated systems.
This episode is all about stripping it back to what works, trusting the process, and becoming, as Chris Harder once told me, “unignorable.”
 
Topics Covered:
My journey from corporate America to running my own sales business
Why I keep it simple: no website, no funnels, just conversations that convert
The three things every business really needs to succeed: people, conversion, and closing
What it means to be “unignorable” and how I’ve embodied that in my work
The power of consistency (why I committed to running 300 webinars)
The importance of unlearning bad sales tactics and focusing on clarity
Why growth and opportunities don’t happen overnight, and how to trust your timeline
Success stories from clients who saw massive results by getting specific in their messaging
 
“It doesn’t happen overnight, it takes time.” – Jillian
 
CONNECT WITH LORI:
Instagram: @loriharder
Facebook: @Lori Harder
Website: www.chrisharder.me/mentor
 
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ep. 292 Growth & Healing At The Same Time w/ Felicia Romero

Welcome back to the Scale Your Sales Podcast!Today’s episode is a raw and empowering conversation with Jillian Murphy, powerhouse sales mentor, trainer, and speaker who has helped thousands of coaches scale from 5 to 7 figures—all while keeping authenticity, joy, and realness at the center of business.
Recorded live at an intimate women’s gathering hosted by Felicia Romero, this episode goes far beyond traditional sales talk. From bold life pivots and the challenge of finding community in new seasons, to healing while still showing up as entrepreneurs, Jillian and Felicia keep it candid, vulnerable, and real.
 
Topics Covered:
How Jillian went from Michigan to Arizona and rebuilt her life from scratch in her 40s
The challenge of making true friendships as an entrepreneur later in life
Why changing your environment can be the biggest catalyst for growth
Seasons of life and identity shifts—from competitor, to corporate, to entrepreneur
What it means to heal while still growing and running a business
The myth of “flow at all times” and why some seasons require hustle
Navigating comparison traps and defining success on your own terms
How to balance authenticity and boundaries when sharing your story online
Real talk about consistency, resilience, and showing up even through hardship
“We're wondering why it's not there yet but it's just not your time yet, you haven't become the person that can actually hold that" – Jillian
 
CONNECT WITH FELICIA:
Instagram: @feliciaromero
Facebook: Felicia Romero
Website: feliciaromero.com
 
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ep. 291 How She Built a 6 Figure Business with 5 Children w/ Kristin Cogan

Welcome back to the Scale Your Sales Podcast!Today’s episode is a deeply relatable conversation with Kristin Cogan, a therapist, coach, and mom of five who helps overwhelmed moms set boundaries, reclaim their energy, and stop losing their shit. In this episode, Kristin and Jillian dive into the realities of balancing motherhood, business, and personal well-being—and how boundaries and values can transform both family life and entrepreneurship. This candid discussion is for every mompreneur who’s trying to grow her business without burning out.
 
Topics Covered:
Kristin’s journey from starting her practice with young kids to building a sustainable business
Why boundaries are essential for protecting time, energy, and family relationships
How burnout shows up in business and marriage—and how to recover
The importance of aligning your values with your business decisions
What it means to “be where your feet are” and stay fully present at work and home
Real strategies for balancing client demands with family responsibilities
Kristin’s honest take on the messy, imperfect side of growing both a business and a family
 
“In order to follow your values, you have to be really clear on your boundaries and setting them and staying strong with them.” – Kristin
CONNECT WITH KRISTIN:
Instagram: @imperfectlywonderfulmotherhood
Facebook: Kristin Cogan Coaching
Website: www.imperfectlywonderful.com
 
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ep. 290 The Secret to Building Generational Wealth w/ Shae Invidiata

Welcome back, babes, to the Scale Your Sales Podcast! Today’s episode is an eye-opening conversation with Shae Invidiata, an entrepreneur and wealth strategist who’s passionate about helping women take ownership of their financial future. In this powerful discussion, Shae and Jillian dive deep into the realities of building generational wealth, breaking free from money shame, and the unspoken truths about finances, taxes, and real estate.
 
Topics Covered:
Shae’s journey as a luxury realtor and why she’s passionate about financial literacy for women
The truth about generational wealth—and how to start building it today
How women can move from just “making money” to investing, compounding, and growing it
The mindset shifts needed to step into ownership and investment with confidence
Why financial education is just as important for women without children as it is for mothers
Shae’s personal story of becoming a mom at 40 while continuing to build wealth and impact
The connection between sales, confidence, and financial empowerment
Real talk on the challenges women face in money conversations—and how to break through them
 
“Wherever you think you are not right now, somebody was where you are at some point.”
– Shae
 
CONNECT WITH SHAE:
Instagram: @shaeinvidiata
Facebook: Shae Invidiata
Website: ShaeAndCo.com
 
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ep. 288 Understanding Your Profits as a Business Owner is Essential w/ Michelle Ghassemi

Welcome back, babes, to the Scale Your Sales Podcast! Today’s episode is a behind-the-scenes masterclass with Michelle Ghassemi, a fractional COO and business mentor who helps entrepreneurs turn chaos into clarity, tighten up operations, and scale sustainably. With years of experience building and selling seven-figure brick-and-mortar businesses, Michelle now works with founders to create solid systems, understand their numbers, and align operations with their growth vision. In this episode, Michelle and Jillian dive deep into the operational side of running a business—covering everything from pricing for profit to building a team that supports your zone of genius.
Topics Covered:
What a fractional COO really does and how it impacts every part of your business
Why understanding your numbers matters even if you have a bookkeeper or payroll team
The difference between profit and revenue—and why many business owners get it wrong
Pricing for profit: how to set offers that align with your short- and long-term goals
Common operational mistakes that stall scaling (and how to avoid them)
How to forecast and make smart financial decisions that save time, energy, and money
Building a business for sustainability without sacrificing personal well-being or profit
Why “hustle harder” is outdated and what to do instead
Translating brick-and-mortar success into the online space without losing momentum
"You need to understand where you're coming from in order to make the right educated decisions." – MichelleGUEST RESOURCES: Free: Unblock Your B.S.A short worksheet to help business owners get unstuck, clear mental noise, and move forward with grounded momentum.Unblock Your BSCEO Business Operating SnapshotA simple CEO-level clarity tool that helps business owners see their numbers clearly, stop reacting emotionally, and make calmer, more strategic decisions without complicated software or accounting overwhelm.CEO Operating Dash
CONNECT WITH MICHELLE:
Instagram: @fractional_coo_mentor
Facebook: Michelle M Ghassemi 
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ep. 287 How He Left His 9-5 To Build a Business in a Category on its Own w/ Marcos Renteria

Welcome back, babes, to the Scale Your Sales Podcast! Today’s episode is a powerful and heartfelt conversation with Marcos Renteria, a former police officer turned founder of Impact One Training—a program dedicated to guiding boys from ages 8 to 18 through fitness, mindset, and emotional development. In this episode, Marcos shares the unexpected journey from law enforcement to mentorship, the emotional impact of working with youth, and how his work goes far beyond physical training. This episode will inspire anyone looking to build something meaningful and human-centered in a noisy online world.
 
Topics Covered:
How Marcos shifted from being a police officer to launching a youth mentorship program
The story behind his first encounter that planted the seed for Impact One
Why traditional fitness programs weren't enough—and what makes Impact One different
Building trust and emotional intelligence in boys through consistency and connection
How Marcos uses his past experience to meet kids where they are
The emotional toll of leadership and why personal healing plays a part
What it really means to lead by example—especially as a father
The spiritual drive behind Marcos’ mission and how faith informs his work
Real talk on turning pain into purpose—and how to keep going even when it’s hard
 
"If you're in a group of other people, If you're surrounded by other people who also may feel that way, that makes life a heck of a lot easier to live." – Marcos
 
CONNECT WITH MARCOS:
Instagram: @impact1training / @marcosrenteriaofficial
Facebook: Marcos Renteria
Website: impact1training.com
 
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ep. 286 Building Trust Through Value w/ Katie Sampayo

Welcome back, babes, to the Scale Your Sales Podcast! Today’s episode is a deeply inspiring and transformational conversation with Katie Sampayo, a life redesigner for entrepreneurs who helps highly driven, successful women create a 10-out-of-10 life—where business supports their dreams instead of running them. Katie shares her powerful personal story of overcoming deep depression, finding her purpose, and designing a life of freedom, fulfillment, and alignment. From surviving rock bottom to living fully nomadic in Mexico, Katie’s journey is proof that success means nothing without joy, and that mindset work isn’t optional—it’s the foundation.
This is a must-listen for any entrepreneur who’s ready to stop waiting for “someday” and start living the life they actually want—now.
Topics Covered:
What a “life redesigner” does and how life-first business changes everything
Katie’s raw story of hitting rock bottom and choosing a different path
The role of mindset and personal development in creating lasting change
Why success without fulfillment leaves high achievers feeling empty
How to stop postponing happiness until after you reach your goals
The importance of aligning identity with the life you want to live
Building a business that supports your lifestyle, not the other way around
Living nomadically, surfing daily, and creating freedom by design
 
"I'm just committed to figuring out what a different life looks like." – Katie
CONNECT WITH KATIE:
Instagram: @katiesampayo
Facebook: Katie Sampayo
Link-in-bio: Katie Sampayo
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ep. 285 CEO'S unhinged w/ Katy Saltsman

Welcome back, babes, to the Scale Your Sales Podcast! Today’s episode is a raw and unfiltered conversation between Jillian Murphy and her longtime friend and fellow entrepreneur, Katie, that’s been a year and a half in the making. Together, they dive deep into what it really looks like behind the scenes of building a business—from hiring mistakes and mentorship red flags to defining success on your own terms. If you’ve ever felt like you’re chasing someone else’s version of success or struggling with how much of your personal story to share online, this episode is for you.
This honest, behind-the-scenes conversation is a must-listen for any CEO who’s navigating the messy middle, questioning their next steps, or simply wants to build a business that actually feels good.
 
Topics Covered:
What it actually means to be a CEO—and why it looks different for everyone
Real talk on boundaries, client care, and what supportive coaching should feel like
The importance of hiring mentors aligned with your values and lifestyle
Why some of the worst business investments happen later (not just early) in your career
“Pay for proximity” and other business icks—from both sides of the conversation
The line between marketing strategy and shady client poaching tactics
How to share your journey without trauma-dumping on your audience
Reframing viral content and why deeper connection > bigger following
Using your hard seasons as fuel for massive business breakthroughs
Honest reflections on friendship, vulnerability, and building something that’s yours
 
CONNECT WITH Katy:
Instagram: @katysaltsman
Website: katysaltsman.com
Threads: @katysaltsman
Podcast: Crying Burns Calories
 
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ep. 284 How to Build a Functional Medicine Practice w/ Laura Grubb

Welcome back, babes, to the Scale Your Sales Podcast! Today’s episode is a deeply inspiring and honest conversation with Laura Grubb, a functional health practitioner and former nurse practitioner who helps women heal from gut and hormone issues by getting to the root cause. In this episode, Jillian and Laura talk about the powerful intersection between health, motherhood, and entrepreneurship—and how personal wellness is often the secret weapon behind sustainable business success. Laura also shares her transition from corporate healthcare to launching a virtual wellness business, what it took to stand out in a saturated market, and why healing your body can unlock clarity, confidence, and capacity in your business.
Topics Covered:
Laura’s journey from nurse practitioner to online functional health coach
The moment she realized her gut health was the key to deeper healing
How quitting alcohol helped her reconnect with her true personality and purpose
Why she jumped straight into mentorship before launching her business
The top symptoms Laura’s clients struggle with—and how gut health plays a surprising role
Common missteps people make when trying to DIY their health solutions
How stress, cortisol, and under-eating can affect both your health and your business
Why creating content consistently helped Laura grow in the online space
Letting go of comparison and owning your path as an introverted entrepreneur
How Laura stays grounded and resilient—even when business isn’t linear
Her favorite minerals, labs, and practical wellness tips for busy women
Why business success can’t exist without prioritizing your health first
 
"But that I can switch gears, that I can change. I don't have to be on the trajectory that I thought I was going to be on forever. And you know, you can create your own life that you want." – Laura
 
CONNECT WITH Laura:
Instagram: @lauragrubbwellness
Facebook: Laura Grubb Wellness
Website: lauragrubbwellness.com
 
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