Many entrepreneurs chase success by pushing harder—only to burn out, feel stuck, or question if the grind is even worth it. In this episode of the Level Up Business Podcast, JR Lay sits down with Billy Bloom—founder of Bloom Financial and Diane Money—to explore a radically different approach: creating from intention, energy, and flow instead of force. Billy opens up about walking away from the illusion of security, shedding the need to control outcomes, and learning to trust his intuition even when it defied logic.

You’ll hear how letting go of programming, people-pleasing, and other people’s expectations unlocked deeper creativity, more meaningful relationships, and business growth that felt lighter and more authentic. Together, they dig into the connection between mindset, money, and manifestation—and how simple practices like meditation and journaling can rewire how you think, feel, and act as an entrepreneur.

If you’ve been forcing results, overthinking your next move, or ignoring your inner voice, this conversation will challenge you to slow down, tune in, and open up to the opportunities that are already trying to find you. Because the next level isn’t about doing more—it’s about becoming more.