Leading Profitable Retreats: Why the Right Room Changes Everything

Retreat Planning Tips

Shannon Jamail

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Shannon Jamail

She is a best-selling author, podcast host, retreat leader, therapist turned mentor, Yoga Teacher trainer, and tequila connoisseur (not really, but she does enjoy sipping on a good pour).

Let me say something that might ruffle a few feathers: not every room is meant for everyone.

There are spaces, programs, and communities that just aren’t a fit for you yet or maybe ever. And that’s okay.

But if you’re serious about leading profitable retreats, you have to get crystal clear on what kind of rooms you need to be in. Because the wrong rooms will keep you stuck. And the right ones? They will change your entire game.

Let me be even more direct:

My upcoming workshop, Vision to Venue: How to Host a High-Impact Retreat in London this October is not for everyone.

It’s NOT for you if:

  • You’re content playing small in your retreat business
  • You’d rather lose money (or barely break even) than learn how to profit
  • You don’t care about building collaborations that grow your income AND elevate your life
  • You prefer winging it on pricing, marketing, and systems
  • You’re comfortable stressing out alone instead of leaning on proven strategies
  • You keep blaming “the market” or “the economy” for why your retreats won’t sell out (or listening to others who say so)

But it IS for you if you’re ready to:

  • Step into rooms that stretch you
  • Learn real strategies that actually work from real leaders who are actually doing the work 
  • Build retreats that transform lives and sustain your business
  • Connect with leaders who inspire, collaborate, and elevate you

I Get It. I’ve Been There.

When I joined Genius Network, it stretched me—financially, emotionally, energetically. I questioned whether it was the right choice. But guess what?

  • I increased my business revenue by 35% in four months
  • Built relationships with entrepreneurs who elevate my thinking and actions
  • Entered a collaboration projected to 10x my income (and it’s fun as hell!)
  • Got invited to an all expense paid 7 night St. Lucia trip because of business collaborations 

I also recently invested time I didn’t think I had to attend a 3-day conference. I came back different.

Since then?

  • I’ve been showing up in new ways
  • My inbox is flooded with new collab offers and meeting requests
  • My mindset is sharper, my energy is more aligned, and my strategies are tighter

That’s the power of the right rooms.

It’s not just about the content.
It’s about the energy.
It’s about the shift in how you see yourself and your business.
It’s about surrounding yourself with people who remind you that playing small is no longer an option.

If you want to lead profitable retreats, you’ve got to be in spaces that:

  • Hold you accountable
  • Call you higher
  • Teach you systems and strategy
  • Make you believe again in what’s possible

That’s exactly what we’re creating in London.

Vision to Venue: How to Host High-Impact Retreats

 October 10, 2025 | Waldorf Hilton, London
A one-day experience to help you:

  • Map your next profitable retreat from idea to execution
  • Master your pricing and packaging including selling AT your retreat for reoccurring revenue 
  • Market with aligned strategy
  • Learn how to SELL OUT your retreat (not just plan it)
  • Collaborate with fellow leaders who get it

If this sounds like your kind of room—I’ll see you in London!
➤ Reserve your seat now: https://mindbodycomplete.com/how-to-host-a-retreat/

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