How Teri Yu Built and Sold Her Startup

What does it take to turn your passion into a thriving business? In this week’s episode of Mirror Talk: Soulful Conversations, we sit down with Teri Yu — a repeat founder, former viral YouTube creator, and now Director of Product Management at Kajabi — to unpack the truth behind building a successful online brand and startup.

Teri’s journey is both inspiring and actionable. She raised over $2.5M, built an engaged online community, and sold her company Vibely to Kajabi — all by leaning into her experience as a creator and staying laser-focused on product-market fit.

During our soulful chat, Teri reveals how to recognize if your idea is good enough to quit your job for, why now is still the perfect time to start a business, and how to stay resilient in the face of burnout. She also breaks down the blueprint for launching thriving communities — spaces where creators can connect, grow, and monetize authentically.

One standout insight? “Manifestation is not enough — execution, strategy, and consistency are what move the needle.” Teri’s grounded perspective cuts through the noise and offers real tools for dreamers and doers alike.

Whether you’re a creative professional, an aspiring entrepreneur, or someone navigating your next big move, this episode delivers the motivation and clarity you need to move forward.

Listen now and start building your path to sustainable success.

About Teri Yu

Teri Yu is a repeat founder who raised $2.5M+ and successfully sold her company Vibely to creator powerhouse Kajabi. She has deep product & sales expertise from experiences at Asana and Microsoft. Teri is also previously a viral YouTube creator.

👉 Connect with Teri Yu: https://kajabi.com

Jennifer Kenney-Smith on Healing Through Yoga, Ayurveda, and Emotional Freedom Mirror Talk: Soulful Conversations

In this transformative episode of Mirror Talk: Soulful Conversations, we sit down with Jennifer Kenney-Smith — a radiant force of healing and transformation who turned her own burnout into a sacred awakening. Once a high-achieving corporate leader, Jennifer faced chronic illness, anxiety, and deep emotional exhaustion before surrendering to a different way of living — one rooted in Ayurveda, Yoga, and divine connection.Through her powerful blend of somatic healing, empowerment coaching, and spiritual practice, Jennifer helps others reconnect to their worth and rebuild their lives from the inside out. In this heartfelt conversation, she opens up about her personal turning point, what surrender really means, and how unprocessed emotions manifest as physical symptoms.Together, we explore:How ancient healing practices bring relief, modern medicine often overlooksThe connection between “undigested emotions” and physical illnessHow neuroplasticity and NLP can reprogram limiting beliefsThe sacred art of surrender and divine guidanceThe power of inner child work, journaling, and self-compassionHow to move from burnout and self-doubt to spiritual embodiment and freedomChapters00:00 Introduction to Healing and Transformation11:36 The Journey from Corporate to Healing27:18 Understanding the Body's Emotional Connection30:03 The Journey of Self-Discovery and Healing33:48 Understanding Triggers and Unhealed Emotions38:41 Parenting and Breaking Generational Patterns43:40 The Role of Yoga and Breathwork in Healing46:17 Finding Purpose Beyond Corporate Success52:02 Embracing Your Worth and Taking ActionJennifer reminds us that healing isn’t a destination — it’s a sacred remembering. She invites listeners to take the first gentle step toward rediscovery, reminding us that we are all worthy of peace, purpose, and presence.👉 Connect with Jennifer Kenney-Smith at www.jksyoga.com✨ Key TakeawaysTransformation begins with awareness and a willingness to heal.Yoga, Ayurveda, and breathwork help release stress stored in the body.Suppressed emotions can manifest as physical symptoms — healing starts with acknowledgement.Midlife is not a crisis; it’s an awakening to your authentic self.Self-care is a sacred act of self-respect.You are not broken — you are becoming.CONFESSIONS is now available: https://mirrortalkpodcast.com/confessions-book/ Thank you for joining me on this MIRROR TALK podcast journey. Please subscribe to any platform and remember to leave a review and rating.Stay connected: https://linktr.ee/mirrortalkpodcast More inspiring episodes and show notes are here: https://mirrortalkpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/ Your opinions, thoughts, suggestions, and comments are important to us. Share them here: https://mirrortalkpodcast.com/your-opinion-matters/ Support us by becoming a Patron. Please consider subscribing to one or more of our offerings at http://patreon.com/MirrorTalk All proceeds will help enhance the quality of our work and outreach, enabling us to serve you better.We use and trust these podcasting tools, software, and gear. We’ve partnered with amazing platforms to give our Mirror Talk community exclusive deals and discounts: https://mirrortalkpodcast.com/mirror-talks-recommended-podcasting-tools-exclusive-discounts/ 
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