Journey To Launch
391 episodes - English - Latest episode: 13 days ago - ★★★★★ - 1.6K ratingsJamila Souffrant is a Certified Financial Education Instructor (CFEI), host of the Journey To Launch podcast and author of "Your Journey to Financial Freedom: A Step-By-Step Guide to Achieving Wealth and Happiness".
The Journey To Launch podcast explores all aspects of reaching Financial Freedom; from increasing income, paying off debt, investing, saving & learning how to retire early and wealthy.
The book, "Your Journey to Financial Freedom: A Step-By-Step Guide to Achieving Wealth and Happiness," shows you how to skyrocket your savings, blast through debt and ultimately accelerate your unique and truly epic journey to financial freedom and independence. The audiobook, which is narrated by Jamila, and the eBook are available in the Apple store.
As a money expert who “walks her talk” she helps brave listeners also known as Journeyers; gain clarity around their finances and create an actionable plan to reach their goals. Her mission is to teach, inspire and help others reach Financial Freedom and Financial Independence.
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090- Four Things You MUST Focus on To Make Financial Freedom A Reality
March 27, 2019 09:00 - 31 minutes - 22.5 MBTo reach your goals of Financial Freedom and Independence, you have to focus on these four areas; Income, Expenses, Investing (not just in retirement accounts), & Mindset. In today’s episode, I will be discussing how to optimize and improve each of the four components and give you tips on how to succeed in each area. There’s still time left to join me in my FREE class on March 28th at 8:30pm EST. Grab your spot here Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Join The the...
089- Tax Code Changes, Business & Real Estate Tax Tips & Building Wealth w/ Atiya Brown
March 20, 2019 09:00 - 48 minutes - 34.1 MBOn this week’s episode, I talk with to Atiya Brown of the Savvy Accountant all about taxes. Taxes can be confusing and overwhelming to understand but its an important tool to build wealth. We talk about: New changes to the tax code How to decide when you should DIY your taxes vs hiring a professional How you can use a businesses and side hustles to help you become more tax efficient Using real estate to help lower your tax liability and build wealth Most common tax misconceptions a...
088- Faster and Cheaper Alternatives to College w/ Ryan Craig
March 13, 2019 09:00 - 50 minutes - 47.2 MBOn this week’s episode, I am exploring some cheaper and faster alternatives to college with Ryan Craig who wrote the book, A New You, Cheaper and Faster Alternatives to College. In this episode we talk about: The history of college education and how this advanced degree system came to be? The fundamental issues with college today What’s the framework for making the critical importance choice of where to go to college? Affordable vs Unaffordable and Nonselective college vs Selective ...
087- Investing & Entrepreneurship w/ Eric Patrick The Hip Hop Stock Doc
March 06, 2019 10:00 - 49 minutes - 68.7 MBOn this week’s episode, I’m talking to Eric Patrick who is a full-time Pharmacist, husband, father of two and runs two side hustles, DocDesgins, a social media management company and Black Market Exchange which uses hip-hop and urban media to make investing fun and easy to understand. In this episode we talk about: How he first got into investing Balancing a full-time job as a pharmacist and two side hustles The lessons we can learn about money through hip hop and movies like Black Pant...
086- Journeyer Profile: Owning Real Estate & Having a Networth of $100K without a 6 Figure Salary with Ashley Copeland
February 27, 2019 10:00 - 54 minutes - 75.1 MBI’m excited to bring you another Journeyer Profile interview. Today, I’m talking with Ashley Copeland who was able to purchase 2 homes and has a net worth of almost $100,000 all by the age of 27 years old. She was able to accomplish all of this without ever earning 6 figures and while living in DC. In this interview we discuss: How she ended up buying 2 properties in DC How she prepared to quit her job to follow her passions Why she comes from a place of gratitude with all areas of he...
085- The Colors of FI - Roundtable Chat on Financial Independence
February 20, 2019 10:00 - 1 hour - 60 MBI’m excited and honored to bring you this roundtable discussion. I brought together some of the most notable and leading voices in the Financial Independence and personal finance space to discuss the wealth gap, privilege and the unique factors that people of color face in reaching Financial Freedom. The roundtable includes; Naseema from Financially Intentional, Carmen Perez from Make Real Cents, Timika from the House of FI Podcast & Julien and Kiersten from Rich & Regular. We discuss:...
084- How To Achieve A Work-Optional Life & Retire Early with Tanja Hester
February 13, 2019 10:00 - 50 minutes - 69.6 MBHow do you create a life where work is optional? Are you interested in early retirement but not a fan of super frugality? On today’s podcast, I have Tanja Hester, creator of the Our Next Blog, who retired early at the age of 38 to talk about her new book, Work Optional, where she answers those questions and more. In this episode we discuss: The three stages of work optional living; full early retirement, semi-retirement & career intermission The concept of Hedonic Adaptation and how i...
083- It’s My Birthday! How I’m Leveling Up & Things I’m Focusing On This Year
February 06, 2019 10:00 - 34 minutes - 47.6 MBIt’s my birthday, so today’s episode is going to be a personal one. I’m going share how I plan on getting to the next level in my personal development and entrepreneurial pursuits and how you can do the same. Plus, I’ll be talking about some of my goals and what I want to focus on this year. If you want to give me a birthday gift, simply share the podcast with someone or on your social media! Also, don’t forget to check out the Journeyer Launch Club for the tips, tools and extra content ...
082- Your Guide to Financial Freedom & Having All The Money You Will Ever Need with Grant Sabatier
January 30, 2019 10:00 - 1 hour - 102 MBHappy to have Grant back on the podcast to discuss his new book Financial Freedom- A Proven Path to All the Money You Will Ever Need. Grant was first on episode 48 of the podcast and now he’s back to break down some of the best concepts from his new book. Watch the interview here: https://youtu.be/U_g5ONzdJy4 I’m also excited because I’m giving away 3 copies of the book to lucky listeners of the podcast. You can enter to win by clicking here. Join the Journeyer Launch Club for classes,...
081- Atomic Habits: How Tiny Changes Spark Remarkable Results with James Clear
January 23, 2019 10:00 - 45 minutes - 62.3 MBIf you are wondering how it is that you can create better habits in your life and get rid of the habits that you know are holding you back, you are going to love my chat with bestselling author James Clear on his latest book Atomic Habits. The book is a guide on how to change your habits and get 1% better every day. In this episode we discussed: The importance of habits in our lives How meaningful changes yield radical results Why we should focus on identity-based habits vs outcome ba...
080- Finding Joy, Wealth & Freedom on Your Journey To Financial Independence with Kerry Ann Rockquemore
January 16, 2019 10:00 - 1 hour - 88.7 MBIn this episode, I’m talking to Kerry Ann Rockquemore from the blog thebestchapter.com. Kerry Ann and her husband were able to retire early at 46 years old and have reached Financial Independence. Through their journey, they have found a way to find joy, wealth and freedom and now Kerry is helping us find the same. In this episode we discussed: What prompted Kerry Ann and her husband to pursue Financial Independence The things they did and implemented to help them on their journey Why...
079- How To Earn More Money & Live in Abundance with Amanda Abella
January 09, 2019 10:00 - 54 minutes - 75.8 MBIn today’s podcast episode, I had the pleasure of talking to Amanda Abella who started her entrepreneurial career as a freelance writer and later pivoted to teaching business owners how to earn more. Featured in Forbes, The Huffington Post, Inc, and Business Insider, Amanda Abella is a Latina millennial money expert who has created an online community where millennials can learn how to make money online and actually enjoy their financial journeys. Amanda and I talk about so many things i...
078- Ten Tips And Strategies To Help You On Your Journey To Financial Freedom
January 02, 2019 10:00 - 28 minutes - 39.8 MBHappy New Year! In this week's episode, I'm sharing the 10 tips and strategies for you to implement on your journey to Financial Freedom so that you can reach all your goals and more this year and beyond. Here is a list of the 10 things to do help you succeed on your Financial Freedom journey. For more details on each point, take a listen to the podcast. Find a support network Find something to keep you occupied in the meantime Don’t judge others who are not on the path or who have ...
133- You Can’t Afford the Luxury of a Negative Thought, 2020 Here We Come!
January 01, 2019 10:00 - 33 minutes - 23.9 MBIn 2020, you cannot afford the luxury of a negative thought. This is just one of the amazing takeaways I discovered in my latest read, You Can’t Afford the Luxury of a Negative Thought: A Book for People with Any Life Threatening Illness--Including Life. This podcast episode will arm you with confidence, motivation, and knowledge to have your best year yet! Reaching a goal starts in the mind. Therefore, negative thoughts are too expensive and could cost you your dream or your purpose. I...
077 - 2018 Year End Review & How I’m Making 2019 My Best Year Yet (Plus Tips For You To Do The Same)
December 26, 2018 10:00 - 39 minutes - 54.8 MB2018 was a year of major growth and transitions in my business and personal life. I quit my job, had my third baby and jumped feet first into entrepreneurship full-time. In this week's podcast episode, I'm reviewing some of the goals I met in 2018, what I learned this year and what I'm looking forward to in 2019. I'm also sharing tips and strategies that you can apply to your own life and finances so that you can set yourself up for your best year yet too! Join the Journeyer Launch Club fo...
076- How We Can Find Strength, Truth, and Joy in Our Relationship with Money with Lynne Twist
December 19, 2018 10:00 - 52 minutes - 36.1 MBWe all have some sort of relationship to money. Most of us, unfortunately, are enslaved to money. What if, just by healing our relationship with money, we could transform our relationship in life? In this week’s episode, I’m speaking with Lynne Twist, the author of The Soul of Money where we discuss how we can find strength, truth and joy in our relationship to money. In this episode we discuss: The powerful grip that money has on our lives Why budgeting and financial planning is more ...
075- An Interview With My Mom & How She Prepared Me To Prosper
December 12, 2018 10:00 - 1 hour - 72.9 MBThis is my most important and special interview to date. It's with my Mom. I talk about her so much on the show and in every interview I do so why not give you the opportunity to hear from her yourself. I give her all the credit for the person who I am today. She put me in this amazing position to prosper despite the fact that she didn't have much and had me as a young mom. In the episode, we talk about: How she had me at 20 years old and had to leave me behind as a baby in Jamaica while sh...
074- The Impact of Income, Privilege & Race on the Path To Financial Freedom
December 05, 2018 10:00 - 31 minutes - 22.2 MBDoes your income matter when it comes to being able to reach Financial Freedom/Financial Independence? How big of a role does privilege play in being able to reach your goal and does everyone benefit from having privilege? How do race and socioeconomics play into the wealth journey? I’m talking about these topics on today's episode and would love to hear what you think too. Also, I’ve been dreaming of, talking about and wanting to create a transformative online community space for Journe...
073- Journeyer Profile Kari Lorz Finding Her Way to Financial Independence While Building a Financial Safety Net For Her Special Needs Daughter's Future
November 28, 2018 10:00 - 37 minutes - 26 MBThe journey to Financial Independence can be a tough one that is full of ebbs and flows. I believe that it is so important that we share our stories to inspire others that may be experiencing some of the same challenges that we have. That is why I started the Journeyer Profile Series where I’m talking to my listeners and the people in my community about their path to FI. In this week’s episode, I’m speaking with Kari Lorz, who is not only making strides towards establishing financial indep...
072- How Pursuing Financial Independence and Sustainable Living Go Hand in Hand with Catherine Agopcan
November 21, 2018 10:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MBAt some point or another we've all said to ourselves "I have way too much STUFF!". If you haven't yet, consider yourself ahead of the game as we discuss sustainability and financial literacy with this week's guest, personal financial educator and sustainability advocate Catherine Agopcan. After much trial and error, she arrived at the conclusion that too much stuff was bad for the wallet and the planet. She is now on a mission to show others that caring for the environment and seeking financ...
071- The Business of Money with Farnoosh Torabi
November 14, 2018 10:00 - 55 minutes - 38.1 MBThe road to financial literacy can be a daunting journey, especially when you're 22 years old, $30,000 in debt, and making $18 an hour while living in the most expensive city in America (NYC). This is where this week's guest Farnoosh Torabi found herself before becoming one of the leading personal finance authorities hooked on helping young professionals navigate their finances and live their richest, happiest lives. From her early days reporting for Money Magazine to hosting a prime-time ...
070- Tiny Home Living w/ Jewel Pearson & Why You Don’t Have To Give Up Luxury To Go Tiny
November 07, 2018 10:00 - 1 hour - 42.9 MBSimplicity and the concept of ‘less is more’ can be beneficial in much more than finance. The new tiny home movement has proved to be a great new option for a lot of families that are looking to live a simpler, more abundant life. This week’s guest, Jewel Pearson, is not only a tiny homeowner but she is also an advocate and community leader that shares her tiny living experiences and assists others in achieving their tiny living dreams. Over the course of a decade, Jewel worked toward down...
069- Single Mom Takiia's Amazing Story: How She Went From $100,000 in Debt to $500,000 in Savings
October 31, 2018 09:00 - 58 minutes - 45.5 MBGetting rid of six-figure debt is no easy feat but Takiia Anderson, the voice behind The Frugal Biddy, is proof that it can be done. After graduating from law school, Takiia had accrued more than $150,000 of debt. As the single mother of a 2-year-old little girl making only $34,000 a year, she knew that something had to change. Takiia went on to save over $500,000 and pay for her daughter’s college education at the prestigious Spelman College. She shares all of her tips, tricks, and person...
068- A Modern Woman's Guide to a Wealthy Life w/ Brynne Conroy
October 24, 2018 09:00 - 44 minutes - 30.9 MBWhile reaching FI and building wealth could be a challenge for anyone, there may be certain factors that create different challenges for women on their journey than men. This week’s guest, Brynne Conroy, is the creator of the twice-nominated Best Women's Finance Blog, Femme Frugality and she is a huge proponent of overcoming the obstacles that women face while trying to reach their financial goals. In her brand new book, The Feminist Financial Handbook, Brynne presents a feminist view on f...
067-Listener Q&A: Paying off $100,000 student loan or investing, handling daycare expenses, preparing for a big career change and more
October 17, 2018 09:00 - 44 minutes - 31 MB(This post may include some affiliate links) Trying to manage all of your expenses, eliminate debt, and invest, all while pursuing Financial Independence can be quite tricky. For this week’s episode, I am having another listener Q & A where I answer questions to help you on your Financial Freedom journey. In this episode I answer the following: Should I focus on paying off $100,000 student loan debt even though I’m in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program or invest? Inves...
066-Build Extraordinary Wealth & Become a Millionaire w/ Chris Hogan
October 10, 2018 09:00 - 44 minutes - 31.5 MB(This post may include some affiliate links) This week’s episode was recorded at FinCon, the world’s largest financial content expo that brings together more than 2,000 digital content creators/influencers and brands in personal finance and investing. I was very excited to attend my 2nd FinCon and I am happy to say that I had another great experience. I got to hang out with fellow money nerds, past guests and even some Journeyers who listen to the podcast. While I was there, I had the ch...
065-Spark Joy and Abundance in Your Life Using the KonMari Method w/ Kristyn Ivey
October 03, 2018 09:00 - 47 minutes - 33.1 MBConsumerism and the desire to accumulate 'things' can be one of the greatest threats to achieving Financial Independence. One of the best ways to combat this and the clutter that results is to lead a more organized lifestyle that is fueled by the things that bring you joy. This is the main principle behind the KonMari™ organization method. This week, I am speaking with Kristyn Ivey, the founder of For the Love of Tidy and Chicago’s first certified KonMari™ consultant. Kristyn is also on th...
064- Your Guide to Becoming a Minimalist & Simplifying Your Finances w/ Joshua Becker
September 26, 2018 09:00 - 49 minutes - 34.5 MBMinimalism, the practice of simplifying your life by living with fewer possessions, is a lifestyle choice that fits perfectly within the journey to Financial Independence. The concept of "quality over quantity" and "less equals more" allows you to spend and consume in ways that are in alignment with your life and financial goals. This week’s guest is Joshua Becker, a best-selling author and the Founder and Editor of Becoming Minimalist. Joshua has become one of the leading voices in the m...
063- Journeyer Profile - Lynn Amores How a Massive Stroke Almost Derailed Her Journey To Financial Independence
September 19, 2018 09:00 - 36 minutes - 26.4 MBThe journey to Financial Independence can be a tough one that is full of ebbs and flows. I believe that it is so important that we share our stories to inspire others that may be experiencing some of the same challenges that we have. That is why I have started the Journeyer Profile Series where I'm talking to my listeners and the people in my community about their path to FI. In this week’s episode, I’m speaking with Lynn who suffered a massive stroke at age 43 that almost completely derai...
062- How Allison & Matt Left Their Jobs Behind To Travel the USA in a Van
September 12, 2018 09:00 - 50 minutes - 35.6 MBFinancial Freedom takes on several different forms and for today’s guests, Matt and Alli Owen, it means taking a mini-retirement and traveling the US in their red Sprinter Van, Clifford. Burnt out and struggling with depression and anxiety from living the traditional 9 to 5 lifestyle, the Owens decided to walk away from their 6-figure jobs and live life on their own terms. After saving 70% of their income over the course of 4 years, Matt and Alli were able to create the lifestyle that they...
061- I QUIT My Job: Why & How I Quit My 6-Figure Job & How This Affects My Journey To Financial Independence
September 05, 2018 09:00 - 45 minutes - 57.7 MBWhen I first started Journey To Launch, it was primarily to chronicle my journey to launch to Financial Independence. I had no way of knowing then, that today, this very same outlet that helps me share my journey and connect with so many people would cause the biggest detour on my Financial Independence path. Being able to do something I love and potentially make a living from it has allowed me to reach my dream of freedom way earlier than I could have ever expected. While striving to reac...
060- How 22-Year-Old Cody Berman is Making His Way Towards Financial Independence
August 29, 2018 09:00 - 44 minutes - 31.5 MBAs parents, the financial example that we set for our children can have a profound impact on their financial future into adulthood. Cody is the personal finance blogger behind Fly to FI and he is going against the grain and making his way towards Financial Independence as a young adult. Growing up, Cody’s parents taught him to live a lifestyle of frugality and to value saving which gave him a great head start for the future. As a high school student, Cody quickly grew to understand the val...
059-Exploring the Personal Finance Crisis w/ Elizabeth White Who Was 55 & Faking Normal
August 22, 2018 09:00 - 58 minutes - 40.5 MBIdeally, retirement is the event that allows for working men and women to shift their working lifestyle to a lifestyle of relaxation and enjoyment. The truth of the matter is that so many Americans, nearly one-third of those aged 55-64, have little to no savings and are unable to support themselves during their time of unemployment. Even with the median retirement account valued at more than $100,000, this is still not enough to maintain the living expenses of a person living the average lif...
058- How To Live a Luxurious Life Without Sacrificing Your Financial Goals w/ Luxe Strategist
August 15, 2018 09:00 - 51 minutes - 36 MBBeing on the journey to Financial Independence doesn’t always mean that you have to sacrifice the finer things in life. The Luxe Strategist, a personal finance blogger, is a 30-something New Yorker that saves half of her income and still enjoys the comfort of luxury items and deluxe travel. Growing up as the child of low-income refugees, The Luxe Strategist knew struggle and hardship all too well. As an adult, she made the decision to paint her own picture of what it means to be financiall...
057- Money Lessons from 4x Olympian Lauryn Williams
August 08, 2018 09:00 - 47 minutes - 33.2 MBFinding the perfect resource for sound financial advice can be a challenge for people from all walks of life. 4-time Olympian, 3-time Olympic medalist, Lauryn Williams understands this challenge completely. As the first American woman to medal in both the summer and winter games, she possessed the skills that led her to be a top class world class athlete but she didn't always know how to manage her money and made some mistakes along the way. She sought the financial advice of loved ones and ...
056- Create Your Own Rich Journey To Financial Freedom w/ Amon & Christina Browning
August 01, 2018 09:00 - 42 minutes - 29.9 MBTalking about money can sometimes seem taboo, but not to Amon and Christina Browning. On their YouTube Channel, Our Rich Journey, they cover everything from earning to investing with the sole purpose of demystifying the concept of money to get everyone talking about it. They joined the FI community to expand their knowledge of money and how it can work for them. On Our Rich Journey, they share their money successes and mistakes with their viewers to inspire others to become creative on the...
055-The 1-Year Anniversary Episode!
July 25, 2018 09:00 - 23 minutes - 17 MBI am super excited because today we are celebrating the one year anniversary of the Journey To Launch Podcast! For the past year, I have been able to share my thoughts, advice and feature amazing financial experts all to help you eliminate debt, save more money and increase your net worth. Your support truly means the world. What better way to celebrate Journey To Launch’s 1-year anniversary than by discussing episode favorites with a few Journeyers? In this episode, I take a few call-ins ...
054- How To Take Mini-Retirements & Enjoy Life Now w/ Carl Seidman
July 18, 2018 09:00 - 58 minutes - 40.6 MBGenerally, the goal for most working Americans is to work with a company for several years and eventually retire to enjoy life and explore opportunities that you may not have while working full-time. Today's guest, Carl Seidman explains the concept of ‘mini-retirements’. A mini-retirement is a lengthy break, months to years, from the normal course of everyday work life intended for personal development and creating new experiences. Carl’s ideas, much like the FIRE movement, challenge the ...
053- The What, Why & How of The Financial Independence Retire Early (FIRE) Movement
July 11, 2018 09:00 - 45 minutes - 57 MBFor most people in the Financial Independence Retire Early (FIRE) community, retiring early is less about never working again and more about having the options and freedom to live the life of your dreams without being dependent on a paycheck. The FIRE movement paints a different picture of retirement and it is one of the reasons that I made reaching FIRE one of my biggest life goals. In this solo episode, I’m explaining the What, Why & How of the FIRE movement. What it actually is, Why eve...
052: Finding Adventure and Happiness on Your Journey to Financial Independence w/ Tanja from Our Next Life
July 04, 2018 09:00 - 57 minutes - 39.6 MBOne of the best things about the journey to Financial Independence is that while planning for early retirement, it is not always a requirement to forsake your other life goals. Tanja Hester, the blogger behind the Plutus Award-winning early retirement blog, Our Next Life, set out on the journey with her husband Mark to retire at the end of 2017. Our Next Life, places a huge focus on putting life goals first and then building money goals around them–not the other way around. In fact, Tanja ...
051- Listener Q&A: Getting Over Analysis Paralysis, Can You Still Retire Early If You've Started Saving Late, Should You Hire A Financial Advisor Plus More
June 27, 2018 09:00 - 46 minutes - 58.1 MBThe road to Financial Independence is one that is full of different variables and it can sometimes bring uncertainty. Let’s be honest–finding the right balance between budgeting, saving, and investing can be a little overwhelming. With so much information floating around, I am super excited to be able to answer several of your questions about retirement, investments, and all things personal finance. In this Q&A Episode, I give insight into: How do employer contributions for 401K work? H...
050- Demystifying Your Finances and Creating a Financial Plan w/ Shannah Game
June 20, 2018 09:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MBIt was such a pleasure to be able to sit down and discuss financial planning with my new money friend, Shannah Compton Game. Shannah is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional with an MBA and an award-winning financial strategist on a mission to revolutionize how millennials think, act, and feel about their finances. Her interest in business and budgeting sparked when she started her first business in college, a national student film festival, at only 19. After selling her business 5 y...
049- Bravely Tackle Debt & Take Control of Your Finances w/ Kara Perez
June 13, 2018 09:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MBBringing in as much income as possible in order to reach your financial goals is key but that doesn't mean you can't get ahead if you don't make a lot of money. Kara Perez, the creator of Bravely Go, is living proof that is living proof that as long as you're willing to put the work in, achieving your financial goals with a low income is completely possible. After taking on more than $25,000 in student loan debt, Kara, extremely unhappy with her situation, started to research ways to quickly...
048- From Unemployed and Broke to a Millionaire in 5 years w/ Grant Sabatier
June 06, 2018 09:00 - 48 minutes - 34 MBThere is an art to making money and developing your side hustle muscle and Grant Sabatier from Millennial Money is definitely an expert. As a 24-year-old unemployed college grad living at home with his parents with less than $3 to his name, Grant became determined to find success and reach major financial goals. He set out on a self-taught journey to learn Google AdWords as a result of a simple Google Search. While working at a Digital Ad Agency, Grant acquired the knowledge and connections ...
047- Sylvia's Journey To Paying Off 6 Figures of Law School Debt & Becoming Financially Independent
May 30, 2018 09:00 - 51 minutes - 35.8 MBSylvia accrued six-figures of debt from law school and her life was greatly impacted by Hurricane Katrina while living in Louisiana. With discipline, determination, and the help of financial books such as Your Money or Your Life, Sylvia made the decision to take control of her personal finances. She took on a side-gig as a pizza delivery driver to bring in an extra $2,000 a month and adopted a frugal lifestyle to aggressively tackle her debt. Today, Sylvia has paid down a majority of her stu...
046- How to Start and Run a Successful Side Hustle w/ Dr. Maria James
May 23, 2018 09:30 - 43 minutes - 30.5 MBScience and the experimental process have several parallels to the management of our personal finances. Dr. Maria James, also known as the Money Scientist™, spent more than 10 years in Finance while pursuing her degree in Cellular and Molecular Medicine. Now she is applying some of the skills that she had learned in the science world to teaching business owners about finance. During her time in college, she maximized her resources and developed side hustles that brought in an extra $10,00...
045- Becoming a Financial Grownup w/ Bobbi Rebell: How To Live Your Dreams and Have Financial Freedom
May 16, 2018 09:30 - 40 minutes - 28.1 MBSuccess, whether in achieving your financial goals or advancing in your career, comes with tons of hard work, dedication, and sacrifice. Bobbi Rebell, an award-winning TV anchor, personal finance columnist, Certified Financial Planner, Best-selling Author, and now the host of The Financial Grown-Up podcast, is no stranger to all of the above and more. As a communications major in college, Bobbi made her big break as a financial news TV anchor by making tough decisions and dedicating lots o...
044-Rewrite Your Money Story & Propel Your Way To Financial Success w/ Jen Hemphill
May 09, 2018 09:30 - 37 minutes - 26.3 MBFor every philosophy, belief, and attitude about money management, there is an underlying money story. Everything from the way that our parents dealt with money to our past financial struggles can have a huge effect on how comfortable we are when it comes to our finances. Jen Hemphill, a Money Confidence Coach, AFC® (Accredited Financial Counselor) and host of the Her Money Matters Podcast, inspires women from all different walks of life to move beyond their money story and become confiden...
043- Being Rich & Regular: A Couple's Journey To Reaching Financial Independence
May 02, 2018 09:30 - 58 minutes - 40.8 MBThere a few things more inspirational than hearing about another family’s real-life experience. Kiersten and Julien Saunders, the couple behind the finance blog, Rich and Regular, provide real-life inspiration to other couples and families on the journey to Financial Independence. As marketing professionals, the Saunders used their income to aggressively eliminate their debt. Over the course of 5 years, they have been able to pay off more than $200,000 of consumer debt. More recently, they...
042- Balancing Pregnancy, Motherhood, a Growing Business & Everything In Between
April 25, 2018 09:00 - 39 minutes - 47.4 MBIs it possible to "have it all" and still be happy, better yet sane? Join me in today's solo episode where I am discussing how I balancing my pregnancy, motherhood, growing my business and everything in between. Specifically, I discuss: Being pregnant and attempting to juggle it all The importance of my support system and why you too should build up your relationship currency Becoming a mom of 3 kids and how we plan to save on kid-related expenses Ways in which you can take more con...