Grow With Leila

About Grow With Leila

Grow With Leila is your go-to podcast for rapidly growing capital, building wealth, and supporting passive income strategies with private money lending. Whether you’re just starting or are on your tenth private lending deal, this show empowers you to take control of your investments and diversify your portfolio without managing properties directly. Hosted by Leila Zayed, an expert with over 20 years of experience launching and scaling revenue streams—from taking to market SaaS startups to buying and selling real estate —Leila brings her hard-won insights to the world of asset-backed private lending. She dives into proven methods that earn double-digit returns and shares practical advice for maximizing capital. Every week, Leila breaks down complex topics like risk management, deal evaluation, and investment growth tactics for investors at any level. She walks you through essential decisions every private money lender faces and provides step-by-step guidance to help you achieve real, profitable results in today’s market. Whether you’re new to private lending or a seasoned investor, tune in to unlock actionable strategies that fast-track your success in real estate investing and passive income growth—all without swinging a hammer. ** Disclaimer ** Leila is not a CPA, attorney, insurance carrier, contractor, financial institution, nor financial advisor. The content in these episodes shall not be construed as tax, legal, insurance, construction, engineering, health & safety, electrical, financial, or other advice and may be outdated or inaccurate. It is your responsibility to verify all information yourself. This is a podcast for entertainment purposes.

Publisher

Leila Zayed

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

23 Jul 2024

Latest episode

28 Apr 2025

Latest episodes

27 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   28 Apr 2025

   #26 - So Long (for Now): Why I’m Pausing the Podcast

   Not goodbye—just real talk, hard choices, and what might come next. In this episode of Grow With Leila, I dig into why I’ve decided to hit pause on the podcast (at least for now). I’m pulling back the curtain on the energy it takes to produce this show, how private money lending fits into my broader wealth strategy, and the two content ideas I’m considering for the future. This is a moment of clarity, alignment, and choice—and I’m inviting you to help shape what comes next. Today, I talk about: >> Why I’m pressing pause—and how that decision aligns with my investment goals >> How private money lending fits into my bigger wealth strategy >> Two bold content ideas I might pursue next—and how you can vote on them Listen in because this isn’t just about the podcast—it’s about how we make decisions that align with our energy, our goals, and the freedom we’re working toward. Plus, I’m asking for your voice on what you'd love to hear next. 🎧 Tune in now and don’t forget to fill out the 30-second listener form (https://xmubwvbznhx.typeform.com/to/xKiqN3ic)! Click here to listen! (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grow-with-leila/id1759048497) Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts If Grow With Leila resonates with you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more listeners—just like you—move toward their private money lending goals. Tap to rate with five stars and select “Write a Review.” I’d love to hear what you enjoyed most about the episode! Resources Mentioned in this Episode: >> You Decide: What Comes Next for Grow With Leila? (https://xmubwvbznhx.typeform.com/to/xKiqN3ic) >> 10 Costly Mistakes Made By Women Who Are New to Private Money Lending (And How To Avoid Them) (https://growwithleila.com/mistakes)

2. 

   21 Apr 2025

   #25 - The COO Mindset Every Private Lender Needs: A Talk With Jana Goodnight

   Work smarter, not harder—systems are your secret weapon for lending success. In this episode of Grow With Leila, I sit down with systems expert and private money lender Jana Goodnight to talk about what it really takes to grow a sustainable lending business—without the burnout. Jana is the COO of a software company, a mom, and a PML building her business with intention, not chaos. She breaks down how to think like a COO from day one, what to systematize before you ever hire or automate, and why tools alone won’t save you. This is the mindset shift most new lenders don’t even know they need—and it’ll change the way you run your business. Today, we talk about: >>The real difference between tools and systems—and why it matters for private lenders >>What to track, organize, and automate first if you want to grow with ease >>How to build a CRM system (even if it’s a spreadsheet!) that becomes your best relationship-building asset Guest Info: Jana Goodnight is the COO of a software company, a seasoned systems expert, and a private money lender based in Phoenix, AZ. She supports real estate investors by offering strategic capital backed by strong relationships with family offices, debt funds, and security firms. Jana believes that “anyone can build a business, but only a few build empires”—and she’s here to help more women do just that. Listen in if you’ve been feeling scattered, overwhelmed, or unsure how to grow your lending business, this episode gives you the clarity and action steps you need to get organized, get focused, and start building like a COO—today. Click here to listen! (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grow-with-leila/id1759048497) Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts If Grow With Leila resonates with you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more listeners—just like you—move toward their private money lending goals. Tap to rate with five stars and select “Write a Review.” I’d love to hear what you enjoyed most about the episode! Resources Mentioned in this Episode: >> 10 Costly Mistakes Made By Women Who Are New to Private Money Lending (And How To Avoid Them) (https://growwithleila.com/mistakes) >> DM Jana on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/jana_goodnight/) to get her on-demand, virtual tour of how she uses free software for her contact and loan management

3. 

   24 Mar 2025

   #24 - Lessons from the Lending Trenches: Diana Rosett’s Private Money Playbook

   From rookie mistakes to lending with confidence—Diana Rosett shares her private lending evolution. In this episode of Grow With Leila, I sit down with Diana Rosett, an experienced private money lender who started solo, made her share of mistakes, and leveled up by streamlining her process and embracing partnerships. She gets real about what she wishes she had known earlier, why going solo isn’t always the best move, and how she’s setting herself up for success moving forward. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by lending or unsure how to structure your deals for less stress and more security, this conversation is for you. Today, we talk about: >> Avoiding common first-time lender mistakes—and the one that almost cost Diana her investment. >> The power of partnerships—why teaming up with experienced lenders changed her game. >> Systems that make lending easier—how Diana is streamlining her process to work smarter, not harder. Guest Info: Diana Rosett is a private money lender with years of experience navigating deals solo—until she realized the power of collaboration. Now, she’s refining her lending strategy, partnering with trusted lenders, and setting herself up for long-term success. Listen in because Diana’s journey will save you time, money, and a whole lot of stress as you grow in private lending. Whether you're just starting out or looking to optimize your lending game, her insights will help you make smarter moves with confidence. Click here to listen! (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grow-with-leila/id1759048497) Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts If Grow With Leila resonates with you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more listeners—just like you—move toward their private money lending goals. Tap to rate with five stars and select “Write a Review.” I’d love to hear what you enjoyed most about the episode! Resources Mentioned in this Episode: >> 10 Costly Mistakes Made By Women Who Are New to Private Money Lending (And How To Avoid Them) (https://growwithleila.com/mistakes) >> Get On The Waitlist: Design Your Own Lend Box Workshop (https://growwithleila.com/lendbox) >> Episode #16: Your Money, Your Rules: How a Lend Box Changes the Game (https://growwithleila.com/2025/01/27/16/) >> Freebie: Get Diana’s Goodies (https://growwithleila.com/diana) >> Connect with @dianarosett on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/dianarosett/) >> Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert T. Kiyosaki (https://amzn.to/4kfeSrC) >> Coffee With the Chics: Free, private Facebook group for women PMLs (https://www.facebook.com/groups/476972181675273)

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

6 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

3 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 47 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

64

Social presence

91

YouTube

0

Engagement

32

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