Simone Samuels

“Pick My Brain”

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Need honest, practical insight for your project or life path? Let’s talk.

Over the years, I’ve navigated a winding road through law, writing, social justice work, wellness, faith communities, and creative entrepreneurship. Along the way, people often ask:

“Simone, can I pick your brain?”

The answer is yes!

I love sharing my knowledge to help others move forward. Whether you’re stuck on a creative project, exploring your faith journey, launching a business, or grappling with life transitions, I’m happy to lend you my brain (and my hard-won experience).

Topics You Can Ask Me About

You’re welcome to pick my brain about anything in my wheelhouse, including:

  • Writing & Publishing
    • Essays, books, memoir
    • Book proposals
    • Writing for Medium, Substack, blogs
    • Self-publishing strategies
    • Personal Statements for Law School, Grad School etc.
  • Entrepreneurship & Online Business
    • Growing a personal brand
    • Digital products (e-books, journals, courses)
    • Social media marketing
    • Email newsletters
  • Speaking & Workshops
    • Building workshops and speaking engagements
    • Faith-based speaking and teaching
  • Faith & Personal Growth
    • Navigating progressive Christian spaces
    • Deconstruction and reconstruction of faith
    • Singlehood and relationships from a faith-based perspective
  • Wellness & Advocacy
    • PCOS and wellness coaching
    • Anti-racism and anti-oppression work
    • Body acceptance and weight-inclusive health
  • Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
    • Brief, “one-off” review of material
  • Life Path
    • Surviving Law School
    • Failing the Bar Exam
    • Scholarships
    • Singleness
    • Solo Living (Travelling, Renting, Relationships)
    • Being a First Generation University Student
    • Being an Eldest Child
    • Being a Child of Immigrants
    • Late Bloomer/Late Sexual Onset
    • Neurodivergence
    • “One Person; Multiple Careers”
    • Leaving the Legal Profession

Or any other area where my story and expertise might help you. This is not an exhaustive list.

Rates & Booking

30-Minute Pick My Brain Call — $175 USD
60-Minute Pick My Brain Call — $350 USD

  • Sessions conducted via Zoom
  • Payment required upfront via e-transfer, Stripe, or PayPal

Prices are in USD to accommodate my global community. As a Canadian creator, I understand the exchange rate struggle! If you’re in Canada and this feels out of reach, email me for sliding scale or local pricing options.

How Is This Different from a Discovery Call?

A “Pick My Brain” session is paid consulting.

It’s where you come with your questions, and I give you tailored, substantive guidance, resources, or strategy during our time together. You’re essentially booking me as your private consultant for 30 or 60 minutes.

A discovery call, by contrast, is:

  • A brief, no-cost chat
  • Focused on whether we’re a good fit to work together in an ongoing way
  • Not intended for in-depth advice or problem-solving

If you’re exploring a larger project or longer-term collaboration, I’m always happy to schedule a quick discovery call to see if we should work together. But if you’re seeking detailed answers, insights, or strategic help right away, a “Pick My Brain” session is the right choice.

How It Works

→ Email Me Your Questions First.
Send me your questions, topics, or context in advance so I can prepare and give you the most value in our time together.

→ Book Your Time.
We’ll set up a Zoom call at a time that works for both of us.

→ Get Clear, Actionable Advice.
You’ll leave with practical insights, next steps, and hopefully a boost of confidence for your journey.

Ready to chat?

Contact Me

I reserve a small number of sliding-scale sessions each month for individuals experiencing financial hardship, especially from marginalized communities. Feel free to reach out if cost is a barrier.