Jamie Rose on Finding True Fulfillment After Traditional Publishing's Broken Promises

Jamie Rose is proof that reinvention can be a superpower. After decades as a working actress, she did what most in Hollywood never dare: she pivoted.

First came writing. She landed a Penguin deal for her memoir Shut Up and Dance, diving headfirst into the brutal world of publishing. Then came coaching, where she transformed her 37 years of training with psychiatrist Phil Stutz (of The Tools and Jonah Hill’s Netflix doc Stutz) into a career helping others unlock their potential.

Now she’s tackling her boldest project yet: Facing Madame X: An Initiation into Feminine Power (out March 2026). Part memoir, part self-help, the book distills Stutz’s groundbreaking tools through Jamie’s uniquely female perspective, weaving hard-won lessons of resilience, humor and creativity.

Jamie had to figure out the system for herself. She rode the highs (landing a book deal with a major publisher) and the lows (refreshing Amazon rankings until she nearly lost her mind). She discovered that success wasn’t about fame or money alone—it was about emotional “f-you money,” joy in the process and leaving a legacy that makes people weep (in the best way).

Episode Highlights

• Jamie’s leap from Hollywood (Falcon Crest, The Tonight Show) to published author and coach
• The rollercoaster of her first book Shut Up and Dance—Penguin deal, PR mishaps, Amazon obsession
• Lessons from 37 years with mentor Phil Stutz, now shaping her new book Facing Madame X (2026)
• Redefining “f-you money” as emotional freedom, not just financial security
• Why reinvention, resilience, and joy matter more than chasing external validation

Key Takeaways

• Traditional publishing offers prestige but little control—authors must drive their own success
• Setbacks can spark reinvention and deeper purpose
• Mentorship and long-term practice transform both work and life
• Emotional wealth and detachment create true power
• Books are about legacy and impact, not just sales numbers