ep. 308: Perimenopause? It Doesn't Have To feel This Way

Welcome back, babes, to the Scale Your Sales Podcast! Today’s episode takes a grounded and powerful turn into the world of perimenopause, self-trust, and holistic health with Nikki Helbling, a women’s wellness expert who’s helping women navigate this transition with clarity, compassion, and confidence. In this honest and empowering conversation, Jillian and Nikki Helbling break the stigma around perimenopause and unpack what’s really happening in your body—and your mind—during this stage of life. From shifting hormones to emotional waves, this episode reminds you that you’re not broken, and you don’t have to “just deal with it.” Topics Covered: What perimenopause actually is (and why most women don’t realize they’re in it) How stress, sleep, and lifestyle habits impact your hormones The emotional side of perimenopause—why you might feel “off” and what to do about it The importance of tracking your cycle and listening to your body’s cues Why “it doesn’t have to feel this way” when it comes to energy, mood, and metabolism How to advocate for yourself with your doctor and get real answers Small daily shifts that make a big difference in your overall wellbeing Reconnecting with your body as your biggest ally—not your enemy “Everybody deserves the opportunity to slow down, and certainly to have somebody to listen to them.” – Nikki CONNECT WITH NIKKI: Instagram: @nhwellness_ Facebook:  NH Wellness Website: spark.nikkihelbling.com CONNECT WITH JILLIAN Follow me on IG: @thejillianmurphy Sign up for my FREE Webinar → go.thejillianmurphy.com Join my Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/sellingsecretsgroup Learn to create Stories That Sell here

Welcome back, babes, to the Scale Your Sales Podcast! Today’s episode takes a powerful turn into the world of love, communication, and feminine energy with Adrianna Onubogu, a feminine communication and relationship coach who helps high-achieving women reconnect with their softness and thrive in relationships without losing their power. Jillian and Adrianna dive into what it really means to balance ambition with vulnerability, build deeper connections, and embrace feminine energy in both love and life — especially for the women who can run a business with their eyes closed but still crave true emotional intimacy. Topics Covered: What “feminine communication” actually means in modern relationships How high-achieving women can step into their soft power without dimming their strength The real reason successful women struggle in dating and marriage Why understanding masculine and feminine polarity changes everything How to let go of control and still feel safe in love Rebuilding confidence and trust after divorce How feminine energy impacts leadership and business success Practical ways to reconnect with your emotional body and attract healthier love “Men will see your feminine equity more than you do.” – Adrianna CONNECT WITH ADRIANNA: Instagram: @adriannaonubogu Facebook: Adrianna Onubogu Website: www.adriannaonubogu.com CONNECT WITH JILLIAN Follow me on IG: @thejillianmurphy Sign up for my FREE Webinar → go.thejillianmurphy.com Join my Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/sellingsecretsgroup Learn to create Stories That Sell here

Welcome back, babes, to the Scale Your Sales Podcast! Today’s episode is an inspiring and real conversation with Ashley Kristina, a premium offer sales mentor, entrepreneur, and mom of five who built her business from the ground up—and even retired her husband in the process. Ashley opens up about her journey from being an introverted, nervous beginner to leading a thriving online brand built on authenticity, confidence, and service. She shares the truth about what it really takes to grow online today—no filters, no fake urgency, just real talk about courage, connection, and showing up as yourself. Topics Covered: How Ashley went from shy and introverted to confident on camera Why “doing it scared” is the only way to grow The power of being authentic and imperfect online How she retired her husband through her business Overcoming fear and imposter syndrome when starting out Why people crave realness over perfection in today’s AI-driven world Building a brand that connects through honesty and heart The mindset shifts that helped Ashley turn her purpose into profit “You have to do it scared, and do things uncomfortable in order to get to where you want to go in life” – Ashley CONNECT WITH ASHLEY: Instagram: @yourfreedommama Website: thatfreedommama.com CONNECT WITH JILLIAN Follow me on IG: @thejillianmurphy Sign up for my FREE Webinar → go.thejillianmurphy.com Join my Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/sellingsecretsgroup Learn to create Stories That Sell here

Welcome back, babes, to the podcast! This episode is a quickie but a powerful one, all about the three critical mindset shifts you need to make before you even think about your next business investment. If you find yourself using excuses like, "I don't have the money," or "I'm not making sales yet, so I have to do it on my own," then you need to listen up. Jillian calls you out on the excuses and asks you to look at your digital business with the same seriousness as a brick-and-mortar one—where investing in a contract, a building, a team, and tech is simply non-negotiable. Topics Covered: The $50,000 lesson: Why big investments are non-negotiable in the online space. Invest from your future: How to make decisions based on where you are going, not where you are today. Cultivating the unwavering belief that you can absolutely make up any money you spend. The simple truth: The only difference between you and the million-dollar earners is consistency and time. How to stop investing in what's "trendy" and start investing in what your business specifically needs. Knowing when you need a new mentor or a different kind of support to match your current business goals. “You need to be investing from where you are going, what you want your company to look like, what you want your team to look like, and most importantly, what you want your time freedom to look like as a digital entrepreneur.” – Jillian CONNECT WITH JILLIAN Follow me on IG: @thejillianmurphy Sign up for my FREE Webinar → go.thejillianmurphy.com Join my Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/sellingsecretsgroup Learn to create Stories That Sell here

Welcome back, babes, to the Scale Your Sales Podcast! Today’s episode is extra special because Jillian is joined by her real-life bestie, Kimberley Hiebert—a wife, mother, and proud Grammy to eight grandkids who’s known Jillian through all the highs, lows, and hilarious moments in between. What starts as an impromptu “Hey, want to record a podcast?” quickly turns into a heartfelt and unfiltered conversation about friendship, purpose, resilience, and what it really means to live in alignment with who you are. Topics Covered: Kimberley’s journey from social work to entrepreneurship — and what she’s learned about reinvention The beauty of living life “on-the-fly” and embracing imperfection Real talk on friendship, faith, and finding meaning in every season Why personal growth starts with self-trust and letting go of old stories Balancing roles as a wife, mother, and grandmother while pursuing purpose The importance of emotional awareness and creating space for joy How to live expansively and lead with authenticity in your personal and professional life “You only get momentum by making a decision and start putting things into place.” – Kimberley   CONNECT WITH KIMBERLEY: Instagram: @kimberley.hiebert Facebook: Kimberley Hiebert Website: found-her.ca   CONNECT WITH JILLIAN Follow me on IG: @thejillianmurphy Sign up for my FREE Webinar → go.thejillianmurphy.com Learn to create Stories That Sell here

Welcome back, babes, to the Scale Your Sales Podcast! Today’s episode is a powerhouse conversation with Mike Schmidt, co-founder and CEO of Agency Coach, who scaled his business from zero to seven figures in just 14 months—all through the power of consistent webinars. In this episode, Mike and Jillian dive deep into what it really takes to turn a simple offer into a scalable system. From mindset shifts to marketing precision, this episode breaks down the habits, strategy, and structure that fueled exponential growth—and how you can do it too.   Topics Covered: How Mike went from zero to seven figures in 14 months using a repeatable webinar strategy Why consistency—not perfection—is the secret weapon behind high-performing webinars The mindset shift every founder needs to scale faster (and saner) How to use data to refine your message and attract the right audience The power of building authority through teaching instead of selling Common mistakes entrepreneurs make when launching webinars (and how to avoid them) Why automation is freedom—but only if you’ve nailed your conversion message first How to balance scaling fast without burning out your team or your audience Mike’s advice for entrepreneurs stuck between hustle and sustainability “Things can change so fast and so quickly, and those are the kind of things that we learn.” – Mike   CONNECT WITH MIKE: Instagram: @mrmikeschmidt Community: Agency Coach Community Website: agencycoach.com   CONNECT WITH JILLIAN Follow me on IG: @thejillianmurphy Sign up for my FREE Webinar →Webinar Join my FREE Networking Call every Fridays: Networking Call Learn to create Stories That Sell here   

Welcome back, babes, to the Scale Your Sales Podcast! Today’s episode is an unfiltered and soul-filling conversation with Andrea Crisp, a transformational coach and speaker who helps women break free from fear, align with their purpose, and step boldly into their next chapter. Andrea has been on the podcast multiple times, and every time she brings wisdom, laughter, and the real talk you didn’t know you needed. In this episode, Jillian and Andrea dive into the messy middle of business and life—where mindset, courage, and authenticity collide. From embracing uncertainty to letting go of old stories, they explore what it truly means to show up unapologetically. If you’ve ever felt stuck, second-guessed your next move, or wondered if you’re doing “enough,” this conversation is your permission slip to breathe, reset, and keep going.   Topics Covered: The power of leaning into alignment instead of forcing outcomes Why the “messy middle” of growth is where real transformation happens How fear disguises itself as procrastination and perfectionism The importance of creating space for both strategy and rest Why comparison keeps you small and how to break free from it Andrea’s take on rebuilding confidence after setbacks Real talk on surrendering control and trusting your own timing Lessons from Andrea’s personal journey and how they apply to every entrepreneur   “It doesn't mean that you have to be perfect to embody, it just means you have to be real.” – Andrea   CONNECT WITH ANDREA: Instagram: @andreacrispcoach Facebook: Andrea Crisp Website: www.andreacrisp.ca   CONNECT WITH JILLIAN Follow me on IG: @thejillianmurphy Sign up for my FREE Webinar →Webinar Join my FREE Networking Call every Fridays: Networking Call Learn to create Stories That Sell here   

Welcome back, babes, to the Scale Your Sales Podcast! Today’s episode is such a fun and grounded conversation with Jillian Clothier, a life-first business coach, corporate dropout, and multi-passionate entrepreneur who’s helping high-achieving women build businesses that actually honor the lives they want to live. In this episode, Jillian Clothier and Jillian Murphy dive into what it really means to create success on your own terms—beyond the hustle, the shoulds, and the pressure to constantly do more. This episode is packed with heart, honesty, and real talk about redefining growth, motherhood, and freedom in entrepreneurship. If you’ve ever found yourself chasing the next goal thinking then you’ll have balance, this conversation will stop you in your tracks.   Topics Covered: What a “life-first” business really means (and how to know if you’re actually running one) The mindset shift from waiting for balance to building it now The lessons Jillian learned from leaving corporate after 15 years to go all in on entrepreneurship How motherhood reshapes your definition of success Creating boundaries that protect your peace and your purpose The importance of building a business that fits the season of life you’re in Real talk on identity, ambition, and the freedom to evolve Why slowing down can actually speed up your growth   “You have to learn how to create a brain that works for you, not in primal survival.” – Jillian Clothier   CONNECT WITH JILLIAN CLOTHIER: Instagram: @jillian.clothier.coaching Website: The SWEET SPOT Collective   CONNECT WITH JILLIAN Follow me on IG: @thejillianmurphy Sign up for my FREE Webinar →Webinar Join my FREE Networking Call every Fridays: Networking Call Learn to create Stories That Sell here   

Welcome back, babes, to the Scale Your Sales Podcast! Today’s episode is a heartfelt and unfiltered milestone celebration of Jill's 300th episode, hosted by her dear friend and health coach, Katy Saltsman. But this isn’t your typical business chat. Instead, Katy turns the mic on Jill to dive deep into her real story: beyond the sales strategies, launches, and client wins. From single motherhood and fitness competitions to heartbreak, hustle, and healing, Jill opens up in a way that longtime listeners and new fans alike will deeply connect with. This conversation is raw, emotional, hilarious, and packed with wisdom—and it shows a side of Jill that’s rarely heard.   Topics Covered: The story behind Jill’s very first podcast episode—and how far she’s come How being “all in” has shaped Jill’s personal life and business journey What it was like to compete in fitness shows while working full-time in corporate sales The personal cost of hustle culture and outcome-driven living The honest truth about raising her daughter as a single mom Navigating abandonment, loss, and chosen family The move from Michigan to Arizona—and what Jill learned about independence Dating in midlife as a successful woman (and the red flags she now watches for) Why Jill is embracing a season of singlehood and self-discovery What people don’t see behind her confident business persona How real sisterhood and friendship have helped her grow   “No. We don't half-ass anything. No. Have you always been like that? My whole life. Really? Literally my entire life I've been like that. And I always say like, it's kind of like my zone of genius, but it's also kind of like my kryptonite. Yeah. Because when I'm all in on something, I'm also all in on something. Whether I'm going through like a breakup or a health crisis or whatever, it's like, okay, shut that switch off and just turn this one on and go all in. So whether it's good or bad, I'm not sure, but I've always been built that way.” - Jillian   CONNECT WITH KATY: Instagram: @katysaltsman Website: katysaltsman.com Threads: @katysaltsman Podcast: Crying Burns Calories   CONNECT WITH JILLIAN Follow me on IG: @thejillianmurphy Sign up for my FREE Webinar →Webinar Join my FREE Networking Call every Fridays: Networking Call Learn to create Stories That Sell here   

Welcome back, babes, to the Scale Your Sales Podcast! Today’s episode is a behind-the-scenes conversation with Jillian Murphy, where she gets real about the ups and downs of podcasting and entrepreneurship. From mic mishaps to the lessons that come from simply showing up, Jillian shares the raw truth about what it really takes to create consistent content, refine your message, and build a business that actually feels aligned. This honest and unfiltered talk is for every entrepreneur who’s tired of chasing perfection and ready to embrace the power of authenticity, consistency, and growth.   Topics Covered: The messy reality of podcasting (and why imperfection is part of the process) Why consistency beats perfection when it comes to content creation Jillian’s reflections on showing up with authenticity in business and life How feedback from your audience can become a tool for growth The role of self-awareness in refining your message and voice What it takes to sustain a business long-term without burning out Real talk on trusting yourself and leaning into your own style   “Opportunities happen when you're ready, not when you want it.” – Jillian   CONNECT WITH JILLIAN Follow me on IG: @thejillianmurphy Sign up for my FREE Webinar →Webinar Join my FREE Networking Call every Fridays: Networking Call Learn to create Stories That Sell here