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Heart And Luxury with Jeffrey Shaw
April 10, 2025 · 35 min

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What if the secret to thriving in the luxury market isn’t about flashy branding or chasing income… but about leading with heart?

In this episode, acclaimed entrepreneur and luxury brand strategist Jeffrey Shaw takes us on a journey from his humble roots—selling eggs door-to-door—to becoming a trusted photographer for some of the most affluent individuals in America.

This isn't just success—it's a lesson in purpose-driven business. Jeffrey highlights that serving high-end clients takes more than skill; it requires empathy, alignment, and understanding of human behavior. By embracing the psychology of luxury and clean energy branding, he shows how discovering your "diamond edge factor" can open doors beyond talent.

🎧This episode is transformative in redefining success. Tune in now!

Key Takeaways from this Episode

The essence of heart-led decision-making in businessImpact vs. income-based business modelsThe journey from selling eggs to luxury photographyThe power of embodying the lifestyle of your clienteleThe uncompromising standards of luxury clienteleBuilding a business that's true to your heart

About the Guest

Jeffrey Shaw is a renowned portrait photographer and bestselling author whose work has appeared on The Oprah Winfrey Show, CBS News, and in People Magazine. As the host of "The Self-Employed Life" podcast and founder of National Self-Employed Day, he inspires entrepreneurs to thrive. Jeffrey is also a sought-after speaker and creator of The Self-Employed Business Institute.

Additional Resources

Websites: www.jeffreyshaw.com jeffreyshawspeaks.comEmail: jeffrey@jeffreyshaw.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jeffreyshawauthorFacebook: www.facebook.com/JeffreyShawAuthorBooks:~Sell to the Rich: https://tinyurl.com/4wdhjruc~The Self-Employed Life:  https://tinyurl.com/3xn6pwum~LINGO: Discover Your Ideal Customer's Secret Language and Make Your Business Irresistible https://tinyurl.com/fr223veb

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~Up Next: Get to the heart of money matters with humor and insight into the psychology behind our financial choices with Erin Gray, a former Certified Financial Planner, who now helps female entrepreneurs transform their money mindset.

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