How Bonnie Christine Built a $25M Creative Empire From Scratch

From Photographer to 7-Figure Founder: The Making Of Jasmine Star

Jasmine Star, a trailblazing entrepreneur with over 580K Instagram followers and host of The Jasmine Star Show, shares her inspiring journey from a beginner photographer to a seven-figure entrepreneur and tech founder. As the CEO of Social Curator, Jasmine is revolutionizing small business marketing with AI-powered tools. In this episode, she discusses the power of ambition, lessons from her childhood, and the mindset shifts that helped her build a thriving career. Jasmine also shares insights on building a personal brand, the importance of consistency, and the future of influencer marketing. Episode chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:46 Introducing Jasmine Starr: A Trailblazing Entrepreneur 01:38 Jasmine's Journey: From Photographer to Business Strategist 02:50 Early Entrepreneurial Lessons and Blogging Success 05:14 The Birth of a New Revenue Stream: Selling PDFs 08:48 Childhood Influences: Generosity and Hard Work 12:49 Ambition and the Path to Financial Security 17:41 Transitioning from Photography to Online Business 21:43 The Emotional Process of Letting Go and Moving Forward 26:13 Becoming a Tech Founder: Challenges and Growth 30:06 Future Vision for Social Curator 33:40 Developing a Unique Social Media Voice 35:06 Consistency: The Key to Finding Your Voice 35:42 The Instagram Growth Dilemma 37:17 Authenticity vs. Persona in Social Media 39:41 Navigating Criticism and Building a Personal Brand 45:30 Leveraging Social Media Trends 50:37 The Rise of Micro-Influencers 55:34 Jasmine's Personal Dream and Work Philosophy 58:49 Interview with Angie McPherson: A Success Story To follow Jasmine’s journey, click here [ https://www.instagram.com/jasminestar/]. This episode also features Angie McPherson, a student and mentee of Jasmine’s whose business has transformed because of the lesson’s she’s implemented from Jasmine’s mastermind. Connect with Angie on Instagram here [https://www.instagram.com/angiejanine]. This show is produced and presented by Circle [https://circle.so?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=the-making-of], where creators turn pro.

Dan Koe’s Playbook for Financial Freedom and Fulfillment

This episode features Dan Koe, a personal branding expert and entrepreneur who’s helped thousands of freelancers and creators turn their ideas into thriving businesses.  From launching one of the first successful Circle communities to building platforms like Modern Mastery to founding his new app Kortex, Dan shares his insights on creating value-driven products and navigating the modern creator landscape. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: * Why products, not just content, drive lasting impact * Dan’s journey from freelance web design to successful entrepreneur * The role of curiosity in self-discovery and growth * Mindset shifts to overcome limiting beliefs and find clarity Dan’s wisdom is a roadmap for building a meaningful, impactful business and life. Connect with Dan Koe on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thedankoe/], X [https://x.com/thedankoe], or Youtube [https://www.youtube.com/@DanKoeTalks]. And you can check out Dan’s latest product, Kortex: https://www.kortex.co/ [https://www.kortex.co/] This episode also features Brian Maierhofer - you can connect with him here: https://brianmaierhofer.com/ [https://brianmaierhofer.com/] This show is produced and presented by Circle [https://circle.so?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=the-making-of], where creators turn pro.

How Bonnie Christine Built a $25M Creative Empire From Scratch

In this episode, Bonnie Christine—self-taught artist, entrepreneur, and educator in surface pattern design—shares her journey from aspiring artist to successful fabric designer and mentor, building a seven-figure business and generating over $25 million in revenue in just seven years.  Bonnie discusses how her childhood influences, self-trust, and passion for teaching shaped her path. We dive into her strategies for managing overwhelm, embracing creative cycles, and insights into art licensing and sustainable business. Packed with actionable advice, this episode is a must-listen for artists, entrepreneurs, and educators looking to make a meaningful impact through creativity and knowledge-sharing. Timestamps 00:00 Intro 01:12 Meet Bonnie Christine: Artist and Entrepreneur 03:13 Mindset Shifts for Scaling Success 06:55 Trusting Your Business and Team 09:49 The Influence of Childhood on Entrepreneurship 12:47 Overcoming Overwhelm and Taking Action 20:22 The Licensing Journey 26:27 Becoming an Educator 31:29 Signature Course Launch & Revenue Breakdown 37:38 Building a Supportive Community Connect with Bonnie here [https://www.instagram.com/bonniechristine/]! This episode also features a member of Bonnie's community, Melissa Johnson. You can connect with her here [https://www.instagram.com/m.johnsondesign/]. This show is produced and presented by Circle [https://circle.so?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=the-making-of], where creators turn pro.

The Making Of: Danika Brysha

Danika Brysha, America’s leading self-care expert, 3x wellness entrepreneur, and former plus-size model with IMG Models, joins us to share her inspiring journey from addiction and disordered eating to building a wellness empire rooted in self-care. In this episode, Danika reveals how she transformed her struggles into a mission to help others find mental clarity, authenticity, and lasting change. We dive into her community, Self-Care Society, where thousands have experienced life-changing growth, and discuss why self-care is a must for entrepreneurs seeking balance and success. Danika’s mantra? Self-care doesn’t take time; it makes time. Episode Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Danika Brysha  03:10 The Early Years: Childhood and Emotional Intelligence  05:48 The Journey into Modeling: Manifestation and Self-Worth  09:01 Healing Through Plus-Size Modeling: A Transformative Experience  12:03 The Struggles of the Modeling Industry and Finding Self-Worth  14:54 The Turning Point: Sobriety and Self-Care  17:48 Building Model Meals: From Garage to Success  21:06 The Brunch Series Tour: Empowering Women  23:46 The Transition to Self-Care Society  26:50 Decision-Making and Intuition in Entrepreneurship  29:59 The Launch of Self-Care Society: A New Beginning  36:55 The Power of Running Challenges in Community Growth  40:22 Building Habits and Community Engagement  48:52 Prioritizing Self-Care as an Entrepreneur  52:44 Establishing Boundaries and Intuition  58:04 Exciting Future Developments in Self-Care Society To connect with Danika, follow her on IG here (https://www.instagram.com/danikabrysha/ [https://www.instagram.com/danikabrysha/]) or check our Self Care Society here (https://www.selfcaresociety.co/ [https://www.selfcaresociety.co/]) This show is produced and presented by Circle [https://circle.so?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=the-making-of], where creators turn pro.

The Making Of: Sean Cannell

In this episode, Sean Cannell, CEO of Think Media and co-founder of Video Influencers, shares his inspiring journey to becoming one of the world’s leading online video experts and YouTube strategists. With over 3 million subscribers and 100 million views across his channels, Sean’s insights are essential for creators and entrepreneurs alike. Sean reflects on his early days as a creative teenager in Seattle, discussing how his passion for skate culture and music evolved into a career in video production, starting with his involvement in church media. He delves into pivotal moments, such as going all-in with Think Media after losing freelance clients, and how resilience and adaptability played a crucial role in his success. The conversation also explores the importance of providing value to an audience, building a legacy, and the diverse revenue streams fueling Think Media’s growth. Sean also discusses whether college is necessary for aspiring entrepreneurs (spoiler alert.. it’s not!). Episode chapters: 00:00 The Early Years of Sean Cannell  05:00 The Transition to Video and Creativity  12:41 Building a Career in Social Media  16:20 Going All In: The Birth of Think Media  24:06 Navigating Challenges and Finding Clarity  31:53 Revenue Streams and Business Growth  49:27 Stewardship in Business 54:18 Building a legacy beyond yourself 1:04:24 Interview with Denise Jordan You can connect with Sean here (https://www.seancannell.com/ [https://www.seancannell.com/]) and learn more about Think Media here (https://www.thinkmedia.video/ [https://www.thinkmedia.video/]) or their Youtube channel here (https://www.youtube.com/thinkmediatv [https://www.youtube.com/thinkmediatv]). This episode also features a special story from a student of Think Media’s youtube courses, Denise Jordan. As a 73 year old woman with over 50 years of homemaking Experience, she wanted to teach young homemakers tips on cooking, cleaning, budgeting, and laundry. Her channel now has over 80,000 subscribers. (https://www.youtube.com/@homemakingwithdenise [https://www.youtube.com/@homemakingwithdenise]) This show is produced and presented by Circle [https://circle.so?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=the-making-of], where creators turn pro.