Leap Academy Podcast · Episode 145 · Feb 17, 2026
From Pastor to Million-Dollar Days: Eileen Wilder on Charging Your Worth
After two decades as a pastor making $50K a year, Eileen Wilder woke up to a terrifying truth: she was meant for more. Her body was breaking down. Her joy was gone. Then she walked into a conference that changed everything. Within 18 months, she went from broke and overwhelmed to generating seven figures as a coach. In this episode, Eileen joins Ilana to share how she pivoted from ministry to million-dollar offers, how immersive events like LeapCon can fast-track your growth, and the powerful exercise that will help you package your expertise and charge your worth.
Eileen Wilder is a bestselling author and high-ticket business coach helping individuals package their expertise into profitable high-ticket offers. As a keynote speaker, she has shared stages with leaders like Tony Robbins, Russell Brunson, Ed Mylett, and Bishop T.D. Jakes, empowering others to build wealth, freedom, and impact.
In this episode, Ilana and Eileen will discuss:
(00:00) Introduction
(04:06) Eileen's Journey from Pastor to Entrepreneur
(07:35) Discovering Life Coaching at a Conference
(14:01) The Life-Changing Impact of Events
(16:17) How a “Janky” Video Took Her from $297 to $250K
(18:35) Losing Her Mother and Finding Financial Power
(24:00) From $50K Salary to Seven Figures in 18 Months
(26:57) Practical Exercise for Commanding Premium Prices
(35:22) $1 Million in a Day: The Power of High-Ticket Offers
(40:12) Mastering the Art of Public Speaking
(42:39) LeapCon 2026: A Transformational Experience
(44:53) The Key to Pricing Your Services
Eileen Wilder is a bestselling author, business growth consultant, and keynote speaker who helps entrepreneurs and creators turn their expertise into profitable high-ticket offers and virtual events. A former pastor of 20+ years, she transformed her fear of public speaking into a seven-figure speaking career and is now known as “The Queen of Stages.” Eileen has shared stages with leaders like Tony Robbins, Russell Brunson, Ed Mylett, and Bishop T.D. Jakes, empowering others to build wealth, freedom, and impact.
Connect with Eileen:
Eileen’s Website: https://eileenwilder.com
Eileen’s Instagram: instagram.com/eileenwild
Resources Mentioned:
Eileen’s Book, Financially Free: How To Create Your Own Economy No Matter What's Going On In the World Around You: https://www.financiallyfreebook.com/ff-1
Eileen’s Book, The Pivot Plan: End Emotional Exhaustion, Overcome Depression, Discover Your Strongest Life: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1943127719
The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Bessel van der Kolk, M.D.: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0143127748
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📅 Feb 26–28, 2025
If you’re ready to step into clarity, confidence, and bold action, this is your moment.
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After two decades as a pastor making $50K a year, Eileen Wilder woke up to a terrifying truth: she was meant for more. Her body was breaking down. Her joy was gone. Then she walked into a conference that changed everything. Within 18 months, she went from broke and overwhelmed to generating seven figures as a coach. In this episode, Eileen joins Ilana to share how she pivoted from ministry to million-dollar offers, how immersive events like LeapCon can fast-track your growth, and the powerful exercise that will help you package your expertise and charge your worth.
Eileen Wilder is a bestselling author and high-ticket business coach helping individuals package their expertise into profitable high-ticket offers. As a keynote speaker, she has shared stages with leaders like Tony Robbins, Russell Brunson, Ed Mylett, and Bishop T.D. Jakes, empowering others to build wealth, freedom, and impact.
In this episode, Ilana and Eileen will discuss:
(00:00) Introduction
(04:06) Eileen's Journey from Pastor to Entrepreneur
(07:35) Discovering Life Coaching at a Conference
(14:01) The Life-Changing Impact of Events
(16:17) How a “Janky” Video Took Her from $297 to $250K
(18:35) Losing Her Mother and Finding Financial Power
(24:00) From $50K Salary to Seven Figures in 18 Months
(26:57) Practical Exercise for Commanding Premium Prices
(35:22) $1 Million in a Day: The Power of High-Ticket Offers
(40:12) Mastering the Art of Public Speaking
(42:39) LeapCon 2026: A Transformational Experience
(44:53) The Key to Pricing Your Services
Eileen Wilder is a bestselling author, business growth consultant, and keynote speaker who helps entrepreneurs and creators turn their expertise into profitable high-ticket offers and virtual events. A former pastor of 20+ years, she transformed her fear of public speaking into a seven-figure speaking career and is now known as “The Queen of Stages.” Eileen has shared stages with leaders like Tony Robbins, Russell Brunson, Ed Mylett, and Bishop T.D. Jakes, empowering others to build wealth, freedom, and impact.
Connect with Eileen:
Eileen’s Website: https://eileenwilder.com
Eileen’s Instagram: instagram.com/eileenwild
Resources Mentioned:
Eileen’s Book, Financially Free: How To Create Your Own Economy No Matter What's Going On In the World Around You: https://www.financiallyfreebook.com/ff-1
Eileen’s Book, The Pivot Plan: End Emotional Exhaustion, Overcome Depression, Discover Your Strongest Life: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1943127719
The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Bessel van der Kolk, M.D.: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0143127748
Leap Academy:
LeapCon is the #1 Conference for Reinvention, Leadership & Career — a powerful 3‑day experience designed to help you unlock what’s next in your career and life.
📍 San Jose, CA
📅 Feb 26–28, 2025
If you’re ready to step into clarity, confidence, and bold action, this is your moment.
👉 Grab your ticket before doors close at leapacademy.com/leapcon
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