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Are you a part of your local credit union? Ron McLean, president of Cooperative Credit Union Association, shares why everyone should join a credit union and debunks common myths associated with credit unions. The mission of a credit union is people helping people, which includes caring for families, communities, and businesses. Credit unions aim to form meaningful relationships with their customers and emphasize people over profit. This is clear through the ways credit unions uplift their customers, serve underserved communities, assist with economic injustice, and educate it's communities on financial education and literacy. Joining a credit union can be an integral part of your journey to reaching Financial Freedom because it helps to give you more options to banking. There is a credit union available for any and everybody, with one simple search you can find the one nearest to you today. In this episode you'll learn: The mission of credit unions How credit unions work and serve local communities Why you can trust credit unions with your money What myths are not true when it comes to credit unions How to join your local credit union, and much more… Special thanks to DCU for sponsoring the episode! Learn more about DCU by clicking here. Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Reminder, Jamila and Ron will be going LIVE on Instagram November 20 at 12pm on @journeytolaunch and @dcucreditunion! Ron gives two websites that you can search to find your local credit union: Better Values, Better Banking and Your Money Further. Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with Cooperative Credit Union Association,: Website Twitter:@CooperativeCUA Facebook:@CooperativeCreditUnionAssociation Connect with me: Instagram: @Journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: Journey To Launch Join the private Facebook Group Join The Money Launch Club Waitlist Join the waitlist for my FI Course Jumpstart Guide

Are you a part of your local credit union? Ron McLean, president of Cooperative Credit Union Association, shares why everyone should join a credit union and debunks common myths associated with credit unions. The mission of a credit union is people helping people, which includes caring for families, communities, and businesses. Credit unions aim to form meaningful relationships with their customers and emphasize people over profit. This is clear through the ways credit unions uplift their customers, serve underserved communities, assist with economic injustice, and educate it's communities on financial education and literacy. Joining a credit union can be an integral part of your journey to reaching Financial Freedom because it helps to give you more options to banking. There is a credit union available for any and everybody, with one simple search you can find the one nearest to you today. In this episode you'll learn: The mission of credit unions How credit unions work and serve local communities Why you can trust credit unions with your money What myths are not true when it comes to credit unions How to join your local credit union, and much more… Special thanks to DCU for sponsoring the episode! Learn more about DCU by clicking here. Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Reminder, Jamila and Ron will be going LIVE on Instagram November 20 at 12pm on @journeytolaunch and @dcucreditunion! Ron gives two websites that you can search to find your local credit union: Better Values, Better Banking and Your Money Further. Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with Cooperative Credit Union Association,: Website Twitter:@CooperativeCUA Facebook:@CooperativeCreditUnionAssociation Connect with me: Instagram: @Journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: Journey To Launch Join the private Facebook Group Join The Money Launch Club Waitlist Join the waitlist for my FI Course Jumpstart Guide

How can you craft a life you love today while not waiting for the end goal of Financial Independence to be realized? How can you build a bigger life (not a bigger lifestyle) and become a master of your money? Adam Carroll is an internationally recognized speaker, author, podcaster, and retreat leader. He's a two time TED Talk speaker with one of his talks surpassing 5 million views. Adam believes that we are all life architects and for him that means living his life according to 5 core values; family, freedom, love, growth, and connection. The more we get aligned with our core values, the more we are able to build a big life. Adam and his wife work together as a team for their future vision and shared goal of Financial Independence. With him being on the financial offense (focusing on growing income) and her being on the financial defense (focusing on limiting their expenses), they make an effective team thus increasing their "life factor". The life factor is limiting expenses and maximizing income which creates a giant spread. The bigger the life factor, the more free you can ultimately be. Using this strategy, Adam and his wife were able to pay off their mortgage early, take a month to travel through Italy and raise more financially aware kids. Adam shares that money is important because it gives us choices, options, and flexibility. While he is very close to reaching Financial Independence, he doubts he will stop working because he loves what he does- writing, speaking and storytelling. In this episode you'll learn: How to build a bigger life and become an architect of your life What is a "life factor" and how to create more balance on your financial journey How to mentor and coach your children to be successful with money Ways to build financial awareness with your children How to break money cycles and much more... Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Adam gave a Ted Talk on what playing Monopoly with real money taught his kids. Adam mentioned the book he read, "Smart Couples Finish Rich," that helped him and his wife get on the same page Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with Adam: Website Twitter:@AdamCarroll Instagram:@Adam.Carroll Facebook:@AdamSpeaks Connect with me: Instagram: @Journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: Journey To Launch Join the private Facebook Group Join The Money Launch Club Waitlist Join the waitlist for my FI Course Jumpstart Guide

Lawrence Gonzalez had a choice to make: should he continue falling deeper into debt or get serious and make a plan? With 6 figures of debt, Lawrence decided it was time to make a decision: to be in control of his finances. He made the decision to not finish graduate school, get a job, and ultimately, live the life he wanted. Lawrence is a proud Haitian-American and decorated veteran Sergeant of the United States Marine Corps. He grew up in Haiti until the age of nine and witnessed that his grandmother with six kids was able to make it work with a very low income. For Lawrence it all came down to having a strategy. One of the many strategies and skills that Lawrence was able to hone was the language of resumes. He began working on mastering his resume and went from his first job in 2012 of making $23,000 to getting a new job a year later bringing home $32,000. He saw how much a resume mattered, so 6 months later he did it again but this time managed to secure a government position and doubled his income to $64,000. Now in 2020, he is still in the same government position as an Auditor but has since been promoted and is now bringing in $109,000. Even though Lawrence did not finish school, what helped him excel was that he knew his strengths, his passion and wanted to give back to his community. His story also shows us that you can still have debt and reach your financial goals. Debt is something that he chooses to live with and is manageable for him because he has a strategy. Focusing on building assets and investing has allowed him to own a home, a rental property, and start a small business, which would have been impossible if he focused on paying off his debt first. Now he is on the journey to achieving his goals of reaching a million dollar net worth in 5 years and retiring in 15 years. Lawrence acknowledges that reaching Financial Freedom gives him and his financé the opportunity to do even more in the community and help people around them live their best lives. He believes there is a powerful synergy when we help each other out and show others what is possible. The main message here is to just start and put one foot in front of the other. We can all do extraordinary things when we just decide to put our foot on the gas. In this episode you'll learn: How to increase your income How to calculate your magic number to reach financial freedom The importance of having and owning your story How to have debt and reach your financial goals and much more... Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Check out Lawrence's Instagram post of him and his finacé saving/ investing almost 50% of their income. Elizabeth White was on Episode 59 of the podcast and she shared how she was faking normal until she owned her story. Learn more about the 5 Journeyer Stages in this podcast episode here. If you missed enrollment join the waitlist for my FI course. Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with Lawrence: Website Twitter:@GQ_Accountant Instagram:@TheNeighborhoodFinanceGuy Facebook:@TheNeighborhoodFinanceGuy Connect with me: Instagram: @Journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: Journey To Launch Join the private Facebook Group Join The Money Launch Club Waitlist Join the waitlist for my FI Course Jumpstart Guide

In this week's solo episode I am talking about the five truths I learned on my financial journey. Some of these points might surprise you, but you'll have to take a listen to hear them for yourself. I hope what I share in this episode will help you on your journey to financial freedom and independence. In this episode you will learn: What the financial gurus don't always get right One thing that's holding you back from achieving financial independence How to find more money to save and invest What's the best investment you can make, and more Plus there's only one more day left to sign up for the Journey To FI course before doors close. Find out more and enroll here. Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Check out episode 61 where I talked about why I quit my 6-figure job and how it affected my journey to financial independence. Or listen to episode 5 where Ed, an educator, shares how he became a millionaire on a teacher's salary. Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with me: Instagram: @Journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: Journey To Launch Join the private Facebook Group Join The Money Launch Club Waitlist Jumpstart Guide

Check out this week's solo episode where I share five out of the ten steps you need to map out your path to financial independence. These steps will empower you to get started and show you that financial independence is possible. But first I help you define what that means financial freedom means for you. In this episode, I talk about how to plan your path to financial freedom, my new Journey To Financial Independence course, the 5 Journeyer stages, how to fuel your goals, and more. In this episode you will learn: Five of the ten steps to help you plan your journey to financial independence How to fuel your goals and achieve success The five journeyer stages All about my free class and Journey To Financial Independence (FI) course, and more Register for my free class on October 22 at 8:30 PM EST. I will teach you how to unlock financial freedom right now. Register today! Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Learn more about the 5 Journeyer Stages here. Also, check out my FI course. Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with me: Instagram: @Journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: Journey To Launch Join the private Facebook Group Join The Money Launch Club Waitlist Jumpstart Guide

Ramit Sethi is New York Times bestselling author and founder of I Will Teach You to Be Rich. After 16 years in the personal finance space, Ramit is still teaching people how to set specific goals for themselves and their money. He has a unique way of talking about money and challenges the normal points of view you often hear from other personal finance "gurus". In this episode, Ramit shares tips on how to; save you money, earn more, and live a rich life. In this episode you'll learn: An exercise to help you get specific about your goals and money Ramit's story about going from a free blogger to a paid author and how to prepare yourself for your own journey Why you need to earn more The CEO model and how you can use it get rich Five phone calls you can make to save $1,000 right now, and more Register for my free class on October 22 at 8:30 PM EST. I will teach you how to unlock financial freedom right now. Register today! Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Register for The Big Reset 2020, on October 16th, The Financial Diet's digital summit! Use my code "Journey" to get $10 off. Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with Ramit: Website Instagram: @Ramit Facebook: @RamitSethi Twitter:@Ramit YouTube Connect with me: Instagram: @Journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: Journey To Launch Join the private Facebook Group Join The Money Launch Club Waitlist Jumpstart Guide

Yanely Espinal, also known as Miss Be Helpful, grew up with immigrant parents and eight brothers and sisters in Brooklyn, New York. As a child she didn't know much about money. When she got a full scholarship to Brown University her mind was blown by the amount of wealth her classmates enjoyed. Her efforts to keep up caused her to rack up $20,000 in credit card debt. When Yanely started her career as a teacher and realized she didn't have enough to cover her debt, bills, and an unexpected medical expense, she knew something had to change. That's when she got serious about paying off her debt and improving her finances. Today, Yanely has a successful YouTube Channel and is a director of a financial education program that teaches students, teachers, and professionals about financial literacy. In this week's episode we are talking about Yanely's financial journey and the obstacles she overcame along the way. In this episode you'll learn: Tips to launching a successful YouTube Channel How to pay off debt and start building wealth Ways to combine your passion and your profession All about a free financial literacy program, and more Also, don't miss my free class October 22 at 8:30 PM EST. I will teach you how to unlock financial freedom right now. Register today at Journeytolaunch.com/freeclass! Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Check out the Mamas Talk Money Summit taking place October 12-16, 2020! I'll be speaking on October 14th at 10:30 am about Financial Independence! Registration is FREE so don't miss out. Register for The Big Reset 2020, The Financial Diet's digital summit! Use my code "Journey" to get $10 off. Yanely recommended Suze Orman's book Women & Money. It helped her get out of debt in 18 months. Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with Yanely: Instagram: @MissBeHelpful Facebook: @MissBeHelpful Twitter:@MissBeHelpful Youtube: @MissBeHelpful Connect with me: Instagram: @Journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: Journey To Launch Join the private Facebook Group Join The Money Launch Club Waitlist Jumpstart Guide

Chelsea Brennan, the founder of Smart Money Mamas is on the Journey to Launch Podcast sharing how she went from being a hedge fund manager to a full-time financial educator. She helps moms connect with all aspects of their money so they can overcome emotional blocks, identify what they want most, and create healthy money habits to achieve their goals. In this episode, Chelsea and I talk about how we both walked away from lucrative careers in the finance industry to start our own business and help others get better with their finances. Don't miss these money tips and ways to transition from your career to your passion and get tips to on how to become a smart money mama In this episode you'll learn: How to transition from a 9 to 5 career to your passion project or business The importance of boosting your earning power How to cut back without cutting out all the fun Questions to ask yourself if you want more time, health, and happiness Tips for stay at home parents and more Check out the Mamas Talk Money Summit taking place October 12-16, 2020! I'll be speaking on October 14th at 10:30 am about Financial Independence! Registration is FREE so don't miss out; go to journeytolaunch.com/moneymammas to register! Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with Chelsea: Instagram: @SmartMoneyMamas Facebook: @SmartMoneyMamas Twitter:@SmartMoneyMamas Connect with me: Instagram: @Journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: Journey To Launch Join the private Facebook Group Join The Money Launch Club Waitlist Jumpstart Guide

Michelle Schroeder-Gardner of Making Sense of Cents started her journey to financial freedom by paying off almost $40,000 in student loans in seven months. She shared her journey on her website and turned her blog into a six figure online business. Today, Michelle helps others with their money while she and her husband travel full time on a sailboat. Listen to this episode to learn more about how to; make money online and have a location independent lifestyle where you can work and live from wherever you want. In this episode you will learn: 3 things to do to get started with an online business and blog How Michelle turned her blog into a six-figure online business Several ways to make money online What life is like if you travel full time on a RV or sailboat The power of networking with other bloggers and more Watch this on youtube by going to https://youtu.be/K0CTT4mDkbA Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: If you want to hang out with me and Teri, sign up for our free class tonight at 830 pm EST. Seats are limited so reserve your space today! Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with Michelle: Instagram: @MichelleSchro Facebook: @Makingsenseofcents1 Twitter:@SenseofCents Connect with me: Instagram: @Journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: Journey To Launch Join the private Facebook Group Join The Money Launch Club Waitlist Jumpstart Guide

Last week, Teri Ijeoma shared her story on going from trading as a side hustle to being able to; trade full time, travel the world and reach Financial Independence. Teri now runs a multimillion dollar business teaching others who want to learn trading as a side hustle to reach their financial goals. This week, I'm sitting down with 3 of her new students in her Trade and Travel course who also are Journeyers. Tune in to learn more about what it's like to learn trading as a beginner, the importance of investing in yourself and what it's like to be a part of Teri's larger mission to collectively earn a million dollars a day and help people change the world. In this episode you'll learn: How you can trade for more income to save, invest, or pay off debt When you should invest in yourself and how to manage risks Three students' perspective on learning how to trade, and so much more Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Episode 154: How Teri Ijeoma Quit Her Job to Begin Trading Full Time and Travel the World Episode 172: Reaching Financial Independence, Buying her Dream Home in Cash & Amassing a $2 Million Portfolio w/ Teri Ijeoma Do you want to trade and travel like Teri? Sign up for her course now! If you still have questions and want to hang out with me and Teri, sign up for our free class on September 23 at 830 pm EST. Seats are limited so reserve your space today! Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with Shaina: Instagram: Shaina.Mcgregor Connect with me: Instagram: @Journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: Journey To Launch Join the private Facebook Group Join The Money Launch Club Waitlist Jumpstart Guide

Teri Ijeoma was an assistant principal who started trading in the stock market to make extra income. Her goal was to make $300 a day to replace her salary. Today, Teri trades, travels, and has made over $100,000 a day trading in quarantine! In this week's episode check out what Teri has been able to accomplish since her last appearance on the podcast. We are talking about how Teri achieved financial independence, bought her dream home with cash, and helped her students earn $1,000 a day trading too. If you want to learn more about trading and want to hang out with Teri & I to learn more about her program, sign up for our free class on September 23 at 830 pm EST. Seats are limited so reserve your space today here! In this episode you will learn: How Teri build a $2 Million dollar portfolio swing trading What is swing trading and how to get started The difference between active and passive traders How you can make $1,000 a day Ways to discover and monetize your skill sets The importance of knowing your why, and more You can watch this interview with Teri on Youtube by clicking here. Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Check out Teri's previous episode on the podcast: How Teri Ijeoma Quit Her Job to Begin Trading Full Time and Travel the World Do you want to trade and travel like Teri? Sign up for her course now! If you still have questions and want to hang out with me and Teri, sign up for our free class on September 23 at 830 pm EST. Seats are limited so reserve your space today at http://www.journeytolaunch.com/tradingclass. If you like this episode you'll love my interview with Kumiko Love, The Budget Mom, who also saved and bought her dream house in cash! Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with Teri: Website Instagram: @ImAnInvestor Facebook: @InvestWithTeri Connect with me: Instagram: @Journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: Journey To Launch Join the private Facebook Group Join The Money Launch Club Waitlist Jumpstart Guide

In this week's episode of The Journey to Launch Podcast, I'm talking taco shells, bloating and running. What does this have to do with money? Listen to find out. In this solo episode I'm sharing more about my life behind the scenes. I have updates on my fitness journey, tips about how and when to adjust your path to financial independence, and encouragement to keep going even when you don't see the results right away. In this episode you will learn: What tacos, bloating, and running have to do with money How to adjust your financial journey and find what works for you Reasons why you need to keep going even when you don't see the results Why you need to forget about being perfect and just get started Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with me: Instagram: @Journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: Journey To Launch Join the private Facebook Group Join The Money Launch Club Waitlist Jumpstart Guide

Jessica and Corey are coasting their way to financial Independence (FI), and have found a way to create more time and freedom in their lives today. As a dual income household with no kids, they currently live in Boston, a high cost of living city. Also, known as the Fioneers, Jessica and Corey are showing people how to calculate their financial independence number and design a more balanced life before the traditional retirement age. In this episode, Jessica and I talk about the different paths to financial freedom, how to determine your FI number, entrepreneurship, and more. In this episode you will learn: What is Coast FI and how to start coasting now How much you need to retire early Ways to encourage your partner to join you on your financial journey Hacks to fast track your way to happiness 4 things to consider when designing your own life What is a location independent entrepreneur, and more Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Check out the book Jessica mentions in her interview, Your Money or Your Life by Vicki Robin. Calculate your Coast FI number with this calculator and guide today! Plus check out some of the Fioneer's other blog posts: Why You Should Design Your Life Before Reaching FI - people can download the Coast FI calculator from this post FI Milestones that Actually Motivate - the Coast FI calculator is in this post as well, and this post describes how to use it. How I Went From Making $11,000 to Reaching Coast FI in 10 years Why I Accepted a Part-Time Job on My Path to FI Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with Jessica & Corey: Website Facebook Group: Instagram:@TheFioneers Twitter: @TheFioneers Connect with me: Instagram: @Journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: Journey To Launch Join the private Facebook Group Join The Money Launch Club Waitlist Jumpstart Guide

It's never too late to start your financial journey. At 44 years old, Saundra Davis took a risk and went back to school for a master's degree in personal financial planning. Today, she is a living legend in the personal finance space. She has taught so many coaches in the financial industry. It's an honor to have her on The Journey to Launch Podcast and to share this conversation with you. Saundra is the Founder and Executive Director of Sage Financial Solutions, a San Francisco Bay Area-based organization that develops comprehensive financial capability programs for low and moderate-income communities. She is passionate about her work with community-based organizations that focus on asset building for the working poor. In this conversation, we are getting real about how to change your money behaviors, how to set financial goals and boundaries plus so much more. In this episode, you will learn: How to know when to take risks and invest in yourself Techniques to help you talk to your family about money The importance of setting financial goals and boundaries Ways to coach people so they can find their own power Methods to change your financial behaviors, and more Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Check out the book Scarcity: The New Science of Having Less and How it Defines Our Lives, which Saundra mentions in the episode. Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with Saundra: Website Facebook: @SageMoney Instagram: @Sage.Money Twitter: @SageMoney Connect with me: Instagram: @Journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: Journey To Launch Join the private Facebook Group Join The Money Launch Club Waitlist Jumpstart Guide

Kumiko Love graduated with a degree in finance but didn't learn anything about personal finances in school. After her divorce, Kumiko was a single mom, $77,000 in debt, and determined to get her finances in order. What started as a community for her to share her financial journey, has grown into The Budget Mom (TBM). Kumiko's platform, TBM, is now her full-time business where she provides practical, fun budgeting methods and techniques to thousands of women all around the world. She has helped women take control of their finances, pay off debt, save more money, and build a life they love on a budget they can afford. In this week's episode of the Journey to Launch Podcast, we are talking about Kumiko's journey, how she got her finances on track, became a full-time entrepreneur, and purchased her dream home with cash and why. In this episode you will learn: How Kumiko went from making $24,000 a year to purchasing her dream home with cash Three budgeting methods to get your finances on track Steps to take before you leap into full-time entrepreneurship How you can adjust your financial habits and still enjoy the brands you love Why it's all about the journey and not the destination, and more You can watch this interview with Kumiko Love on youtube by going to https://youtu.be/ilTdXkivwp0 Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with Kumiko: Website Facebook: TheBudgetMom Instagram: @TheBudgetMom Twitter: @TheBudgetMom Connect with me: Instagram: @journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: Journey To Launch Join the private Facebook Group Join The Money Launch Club Waitlist Jumpstart Guide

What started out as an essay about one man's struggle with student loan debt in the New York Times, has morphed into Michael Arceneaux's next best seller, I Don't Want to Die Poor. Michael Arceneaux, the author of the New York Times bestseller, I Can't Date Jesus: Love, Sex, Family, Race and Other Reasons Why I Put My Faith in Beyonce just released his second book, in April 2020. This book, I Don't Want To Die Poor, is all about money. In our conversation we talk about Michael's struggles with student loan debt, the pressure to get a college education, and the faults of the student loan system. Michael is not a "money expert", which makes this conversation even more enlightening and real. If you have ever been in debt (or are currently in debt), listen in as we discuss the struggle to not die poor. In this episode you will learn: What happens to private student loans when you die How the student loan process is systematically flawed Tips for creatives and entrepreneurs who want to make money and create Why Black Americans are disportionately affected by private student loans All the reasons why you should read Michael's new book, and more You can watch this interview with Michael Arceneaux on youtube by clicking here. Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with Michael: Website Facebook: @Arceneux.Michael Instagram: @YoungSinick Twitter: @Youngsinick Connect with me: Instagram: @journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: Journey To Launch Join the private Facebook Group Join The Money Launch Club Waitlist Jumpstart Guide

What started out as a budgeting spreadsheet has grown into a budgeting app used by thousands of families who have committed to giving every dollar a purpose. This week on the Journey to Launch Podcast we are continuing our celebration of the third anniversary of the show with an interview with Jesse Mecham. Jesse, the creator of You Need A Budget (YNAB), shares his financial journey and tips for entrepreneurs. In this episode he describes how he dived into entrepreneurship at 22, and then successfully grew YNAB into a company with over 100 employees. Today, his budgeting app helps thousands across the globe improve their finances. Tune in to hear more about his path to success and the four rules for successful budgeting. In this episode you will learn: How to give every dollar a job Ways to embrace your true expenses When to give yourself permission to change your budget Why a budget is not restraining How to get 30 days or more ahead on your bills, and more Special thanks to YNAB for sponsoring the podcast in its 3 year anniversary month. Get your free 34 trial of YNAB today (no credit card required to sign up) by going to youneedabudget.com/journey Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Jesse and I both talk about the power of Profit First when you are an entrepreneur. Check out Mike Michalowicz's book for yourself and see how it can help you in your business. Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with Jesse: Website Instagram: @YouNeedaBudget Facebook: @iYNAB Twitter: @YNAB Connect with me: Instagram: @journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: Journey To Launch Join the private Facebook Group Join The Money Launch Club Waitlist Jumpstart Guide

It's the 3rd anniversary of the Journey to Launch Podcast and we are celebrating. I could not have made it to this milestone without you. So, in this week's episode, I'm sharing voicemails from Journeyers from all over the world. Listen and learn how the Journey to Launch Podcast has helped so many people fix their finances, improve their lives, and change their mindsets so they can accomplish their goals. I'm also sharing some lessons I've learned since starting this podcast three years ago. I hope you apply these lessons to your life wherever you are on your financial or career journey. We are on the path to financial freedom and independence together. Let's lift each other up along the way. In this episode you will learn: How the Journey to Launch Podcast can help you level up your finances The importance of consistency and persistency with anything you do The power of your words and how to manifest the life you want When it's OK to pivot or change your mind The best app to help you budget, track your spending and let you live a little All about the Money Launch Club, and more Special thanks to YNAB for sponsoring the podcast in its 3 year anniversary month. Get your free 34 trial of YNAB today (no credit card required to sign up) by going to youneedabudget.com/journey Doors to the Money Launch Club are now open until Thursday July 23rd! Join by going to MoneyLaunchClub.com In This Online Community You Will Get S.T.E.P's: Support- Get the community support to help reach all of your financial goals. Find an accountability partner and participate in weekly and monthly challenges. Tools- Get access to tools such as worksheets and trainings to help you manage your money, track your progress and grow your wealth. Education- Get educated on various money topics so that you can make better money decisions and learn the steps you need to take to get ahead. Plan- Get the Journey to FI 10 Steps to Freedom Framework to map out your Financial Independence launch success plan. Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Join the Money Launch Club here. Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with me: Instagram: @journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: @JourneyToLaunch Join the private Facebook Group Join The Money Launch Club Waitlist Jumpstart Guide

After graduating from college with over $70,000 in student loans, Ysanet Batista went straight into public service. Unfortunately, her career did not pay a high salary and she found it difficult to live and eat in New York City. At some points, she faced food insecurity and homelessness. Her struggles forced her to find ways to make more money and led to her starting her own food cooperative business called Woke Foods. She merged her love for cuisine with her passion for social justice and is forging her own path to Financial Liberation. Ysanet is also a member of the Money Launch Club (moneylaunchclub.com) and shares how joining the community allowed her to pay off debt, find support and stay accountable on her journey In this episode you will learn: Where you can find a community of like-minded people support you on your journey to financial independence and retiring early (FIRE) Why it's so important to know your WHY How to know when your income is your problem The importance of budgeting no matter how much you make What you can accomplish as a member of the Money Club The benefits of an accountability partner, and more Special thanks to YNAB for sponsoring the podcast in its 3 year anniversary month. Get your free 34 trial of YNAB today (no credit card required to sign up) by going to youneedabudget.com/journey Sign up for the Journey to Launch free class on July 16th here. In This Free Online Workshop, You Will Learn: 1. What the elusive term of Financial Independence really means 2. The FIVE major stages you must move through on the journey to reaching Financial Independence and how to identify where you currently are on the journey 3. The barriers stopping you from reaching your goals and how to eliminate them *It's a virtual meeting so you can join us from anywhere by registering here. Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Ysanet mentioned some great Journey to Launch episodes you should check out: Episode 81: Atomic Habits How Tiny Changes Spark Remarkable Results with James Clear Episode 135: Your Student Loan Questions Answered with David Carlson Learn more about the Money Launch Club here and make sure you join when doors open up again! Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with Ysanet Batista: YsanetBatista.com & Woke Foods.coop Instagram: @YsanetBatista Twitter: @YsanetBatista Facebook:@YsanetBatista Connect with me: Instagram: @journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: Journey To Launch Join the private Facebook Group Join The Money Launch Club Waitlist Jumpstart Guide

This week on the Journey to Launch Podcast, Brian Portnoy simplifies the complex world of money. Brian has over two decades of experience in the personal finance space, and he's also an investor, educator, writer, and entrepreneur. In his book, The Geometry of Wealth, he tackles the challenges of making better investment decisions and how money fits into a joyful life. In this episode, we go beyond the numbers and talk about the behavioral science behind your relationship with money. Learn how your behavior impacts your ability to become wealthy and why your brain chooses survival over wealth. In this episode you'll learn: The difference between wealthy and rich Why your brain is wired to make terrible money decisions The meaning of the Geometry of Wealth How to set goals to become wealthy (and not just rich) What a comprehensive financial plan looks like, and more Special thanks to YNAB for sponsoring the podcast in its 3 year anniversary month. Get your free 34 trial of YNAB today (no credit card required to sign up) by going to youneedabudget.com/journey Sign up for the Journey to Launch free class on July 16th here. In This Free Online Workshop, You Will Learn: 1. What the elusive term of Financial Independence really means 2. The FIVE major stages you must move through on the journey to reaching Financial Independence and how to identify where you currently are on the journey 3. The barriers stopping you from reaching your goals and how to eliminate them *It's a virtual meeting so you can join us from anywhere by registering here. Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Learn more about the Money Launch Club here and make sure you join when doors open up again! Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with Brian Portnoy: Website Instagram: @bportnoy Twitter: @BrianPortnoy Connect with me: Instagram: @journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: Journey To Launch Join the private Facebook Group Join The Money Launch Club Waitlist Jumpstart Guide

This week on the Journey to Launch podcast, special guest, Lisa Nicole Bell, is sharing how she created her life by design and dived into entrepreneurship. Lisa is a producer, writer, media personality, and serial entrepreneur. In addition, she hosts a podcast called Behind the Brilliance, with nearly two million downloads and 200 episodes to date. In this episode, we discuss the truth about entrepreneurship, how to make informed business and life decisions, and taking risks. Lisa shares so many inspiring tips. This is one episode you don't want to miss. In this episode you will learn: What bets are worth taking and how to manage your risks How to turn your content into multiple streams of income The truth about entrepreneurship How to properly plan your time so you don't hustle backwards Ways to create a life by design and more Special thanks to YNAB for sponsoring the podcast in its 3 year anniversary month. Get your free 34 trial of YNAB today (no credit card required to sign up) by going to youneedabudget.com/journey. Sign up for the Journey to Launch free class on July 16th here. In This Free Online Workshop, You Will Learn: 1. What the elusive term of Financial Independence really means 2. The FIVE major stages you must move through on the journey to reaching Financial Independence and how to identify where you currently are on the journey 3. The barriers stopping you from reaching your goals and how to eliminate them *It's a virtual meeting so you can join us from anywhere by registering here. Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Check out my episode on Behind the Brilliance Podcast where I explain how I found the Financial Independence and Retire Early (FIRE) movement and transformed my life. Lisa read The Power of Positive Thinking by Norman Vincent Peale, and her mindset was changed forever. Learn more about the Money Launch Club here and make sure you join when doors open up again! Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with Lisa Nicole Bell: Website Instagram: LisaNicoleBell Twitter: LisaNicoleBell Facebook: LisaNicoleBell Connect with me: Instagram: @journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: Journey To Launch Join the private Facebook Group Join The Money Launch Club Waitlist Jumpstart Guide

Casanova Brooks lost everything--his mom, his house, and his job all in a short span of a few weeks. However, he refused to allow adversity to stop him. Nine months later, he was a real estate agent, breaking records. He closed 46 deals worth a total of $8 million dollars his first year as an agent. Casanova is an award-winning real estate agent, investor, podcast host, and CEO. Previously featured on Yahoo News, ABC, NBC, and more. He has an amazing story of triumph and perseverance. In this episode, Casanova and I talk about overcoming adversity, the power of relationships, and how to become the master of your time and freedom. This is an inspiring conversation you don't want to miss! In this episode you'll learn: Ways to overcome adversity under any circumstances Simple techniques to leverage relationships and grow your business How to create your own success Great books and podcasts that will inspire you The effect a positive mindset can have on your journey, and more Celebrate the 3 Year Anniversary Episode of the Journey to Launch Podcast Hey Journeyers! Do you want to celebrate the 3 year anniversary of the Journey to Launch Podcast with me? I have something special planned and I need your help to make it happen! I would love to hear how the Journey to Launch Podcast has helped you and your journey to financial freedom. Send in a a short voicemail (90 secs) for a chance to have it played on the 3 year anniversary episode in July! Here's a guideline of what to say in your voice-note: Your name & where you are from Something you've gained or accomplished since listening to the podcast (a money win , paid off X, negotiated a raise, better money mindset, etc) A money/financial tip for other Journeyers on the path that can help them too that you've learned or implemented You can record your voice-note here (please make sure you're speaking clearly into your mic so that we can hear you and that there is no background noise) Thank you in advance! Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with Casanova: Website Instagram: Casanova_Brooks Twitter: Casanova_Brooks Facebook: CasanovaBrooks1 Connect with me: Instagram: @journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: Journey To Launch Join the private Facebook Group Join The Money Launch Club Waitlist Jumpstart Guide

It's been a while since I've recorded a solo episode. So this week you get a full dose of me. In this episode, I share tips and lessons I've learned and how I am applying this knowledge to my life and finances now. I am taking you back to the beginning of my journey and share how my husband and I prepared for me to pursue full-time entrepreneurship. Most people don't know this, but I could have kept my 9 to 5 and been financially free by 40. Instead, I decided to pursue what I love and create more freedom in my life today. Listen to this episode to learn more about how I made the jump from the corporate world with confidence and how you can too. Plus I share four tips on how you can be successful with your money, career & goals during these trying times. In this episode you will learn: How I quit my job to become a full-time entrepreneur Ways to pivot your financial journey to give yourself more freedom today What you should invest in to help you value your time How to leverage your network to increase your net worth What to do to prepare for the opportunities you want, and more Celebrate the 3 Year Anniversary Episode of the Journey to Launch Podcast Hey Journeyers! Do you want to celebrate the 3 year anniversary of the Journey to Launch Podcast with me? I have something special planned and I need your help to make it happen! I would love to hear how the Journey to Launch Podcast has helped you and your journey to financial freedom. Send in a a short voicemail (90 secs) for a chance to have it played on the 3 year anniversary episode in July! Here's a guideline of what to say in your voice-note: - Your name & where you are from - Something you've gained or accomplished since listening to the podcast (a money win , paid off X, negotiated a raise, better money mindset, etc) -A money/financial tip for other Journeyers on the path that can help them too that you've learned or implemented You can record your voice-note here (please make sure you're speaking clearly into your mic so that we can hear you and that there is no background noise) Thank you in advance! Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Check out this throwback episode of how my husband and I started our journey to financial freedom. Try Insight Timer. It's helped meditate and mentally prepare for my day. Get the Free Journeyer Jump Start Guide here. Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with me: Instagram: @journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: Journey To Launch Join the private Facebook Group Join The Money Launch Club Waitlist Jumpstart Guide

Cindy Zuniga went to law school to make an impact in her community. After three years in law school and $215,000 of debt later, Cindy realized the real cost of her decision. Her first year out of school she paid $24,000 towards her student loans. However, only $4,000 went towards her loan's principal balance. So where did the other $20,000 go, you ask? To pay just the interest on her loan. That's when Cindy said enough is enough and devised a plan to pay off all of her debt in 48 months. Check out this week's episode where Cindy shares how she paid off $215,000 in 48 months and kept her expenses low while living in New York. In this episode you will learn: What to consider before taking out student loans for a degree How to educate yourself and your family about student loan debt 3 reasons to refinance your student loans How to stick to your financial goals in any environment Tips for talking about finances with your partner How to lower your expenses, save money, and more Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Get the Free Journeyer Jump Start Guide here. Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with Cindy: Website Instagram:@ZeroBasedBudget Connect with me: Instagram: @journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: Journey To Launch Join the private Facebook Group Join The Money Launch Club Waitlist Jumpstart Guide

With everything going on right now, I wanted to replay one of the most important and impactful conversations that I've had on the podcast, The Black Tax & The Cost of Being Black in America with guest Shawn Rochester. In the beginning of the episode, I also share my thoughts on why I will continue to use my platform to educate and amplify Black voices while giving you the tools to reach your Financial Freedom & Independence goals. I encourage everyone to listen to this episode and share it with someone who needs to hear more of how we as a nation got to a place where Black Americans own only 2% of wealth and what we can do to change it . In this episode you will learn: Why I'm so committed to amplifying Black voices and stories What is the Black Tax and how it's impacting your wealth How to identify unconscious vs. conscious bias Why hard work is not the key to success and what resources you really need Concrete ways you can close the wealth gap How to apply Shawn's PHD strategy to create jobs, capital, and thriving black communities, and so much more You can watch the original interview with Shawn Rochester on youtube by clicking here. Join me & Teri Ijeoma for a free class on how to make money in the stock market and avoid the uncertainty of the economy tonight at 8:30 pm EST here journeytolaunch.com/tradingclass Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Check out Shawn's talk at Google, which has had over 200,000 views and sparked a lot of conversations about the real cost of being Black in America. Get the Free Journeyer Jump Start Guide here. Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with Shawn Rochester: Website Twitter: @BlackTaxed Facebook:@Shawn.D.Rochester Instagram:@BlackTaxed Connect with me: Instagram: @journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: Journey To Launch Join the private Facebook Group Join The Money Launch Club Waitlist Jumpstart Guide

Sahirenys Pierce and her husband had almost six-figures in debt when she started her career in finance. In her new industry, she knew that her own finances could be held under a microscope at any time. In fact, filing bankruptcy would jeopardize her career. That's why Sahirenys created the High-5 Banking Method, which helped her and her husband pay off $99,000 in five years, and avoid bankruptcy. This week, on the Journey to Launch Podcast, Sahirenys and I talk about paying off debt, prioritizing your goals, and banking with a purpose. In this episode you'll learn: What is the High-5 Banking Method and why you need it How to prioritize your financial goals when you have debt Ways to combine your finances with your partner The difference between a liquid budget and a concrete budget and how to adjust when life happens The importance of tracking your spending How to save and spend with a purpose, and so much more Join me & Teri Ijeoma for a free class on how to make money in the stock market and avoid the uncertainty of the economy on June 3rd at 8:30 pm EST here journeytolaunch.com/tradingclass Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Get the Free Journeyer Jump Start Guide here. Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with Sahirenys: Website Instagram: @PoisedFinanceLifestyle Twitter: @PoisedFinance Facebook: @PoisedFinanceLifestyle YouTube Connect with me: Instagram: @journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: Journey To Launch Join the private Facebook Group Join The Money Launch Club Waitlist Jumpstart Guide

Marsha Barnes was working at a bank when she realized that people in Charlotte, North Carolina weren't talking about finance in schools or in public. So, she thought of an innovative way to talk about personal finance. Marsha created a financial literacy "hub on wheels" to bring financial literacy directly to the people who needed it the most. In this week's episode, Marsha and I talk about entrepreneurship, what it takes to turn your passion into a full-time business and how to achieve overall financial wellness. In this episode you'll learn: Questions to ask yourself to know if entrepreneurship is right for you What is a "runway" and why you need one to survive entrepreneurship How Marsha quit her job one year after starting The Finance Bar Why revenue is not equal to profit Steps to create financial wellness in your life What blocks most people from experiencing freedom, and more Join me & Teri Ijeoma for a free class on how to make money in the stock market and avoid the uncertainty of the economy on June 3rd at 8:30 pm EST here journeytolaunch.com/tradingclass Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: If you liked this episode you might also enjoy my interview with Vicki Robin, author of Your Money or Your Life. Get the Free Journeyer Jump Start Guide here. Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with Marsha: Website Instagram: @TheFinanceBar Twitter: @TheFinanceBar Facebook: @TheFinanceBar Connect with me: Instagram: @journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: Journey To Launch Join the private Facebook Group Join The Money Launch Club Waitlist Jumpstart Guide

Arlan Hamilton was homeless when she launched a venture capital fund dedicated to minimizing funding disparities in tech. In 2015, she created Backstage Capital, a venture capital fund that invests in high potential founders who are people of color, women, and/or members of the LGBT community. Today, Backstage Capital has raised more than $7 million and invested in more than 130 startups companies led by underestimated founders. In this episode of the Journey to Launch podcast, Arlan and I are talking about the mindset, confidence, and self-care that led to Arlan's ultimate success. We also discuss Arlan's new book, It's About Damn Time: How to Turn Being Underestimated Into Your Greatest Advantage. Arlan's story is inspiring and this is an episode you don't want to miss. In this episode you'll learn: How to use confidence to fuel your success What it means to invest in yourself The importance of self-care and how to set boundaries How to write a successful, tailored pitch What really matters in life, and more You can watch this interview with Arlan Hamilton on youtube by going to https://youtu.be/BrnGOdqAShc Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Get Arlan's book It's About Damn Time Check out my interview on Arlan's podcast, Your First Million, where I talk about reaching 1 million podcast downloads and my journey for Journey to Launch. Get the Free Journeyer Jump Start Guide here. Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with Arlan: Website Instagram: @ArlanWasHere Twitter: @ArlanWasHere Facebook: @ArlanWasHere Connect with me: Instagram: @journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: Journey To Launch Join the private Facebook Group Join The Money Launch Club Waitlist Jumpstart Guide

Teri Ijeoma is on the Journey to Launch podcast this week talking about swing trading, travel, and finances. A few years ago, Teri started swing trading as a side hustle with the goal to make $300 a day. This year, her goal is to make $10 million dollars in her business. Teri travels the world and helps people learn the skills they need to master swing trading through her course, Invest with Teri. Listen to this podcast episode to learn how Teri is paying off debt and achieving financial independence through teaching and investing in the stock market. In this episode you will learn: What is swing trading How to trade, travel, and live your best life The difference between a short and long term investor How much time you need to trade and be successful Tax tips for when you profit from trading The traits you need to succeed at swing trading, and more Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Check out Teri's course, Invest with Teri, to learn her 7 steps trading method. Get the Free Journeyer Jump Start Guide here. Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with Teri: Website Instagram: @ImAnInvestor Facebook: @InvestWithTeri Connect with me: Instagram: @journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: Journey To Launch Join the private Facebook Group Join The Money Launch Club Jumpstart Guide

Check out this week's bonus episode of the podcast where I talk to Carmen Perez to update us on how she's been dealing with the pandemic & the economic uncertainty. In the previous episode, Carmen shared how she was sued over her student loan, paid off $57,000 of debt in 2 ½ years and switch careers from corporate finance to coding. Today, Carmen comes back on the show to share how she's dealt with the loss of her income and how's she's finding opportunity in this crisis by using this time to sharpen her skills and remaining positive about the future. You can watch this interview with Carmen Perez on youtube by clicking here. Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Get the Free Journeyer Jump Start Guide here. Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with Carmen: Website Instagram: @MakeRealCents Twitter: @MakeRealCents Facebook: @MakeRealCents Connect with me: Instagram: @journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: Journey To Launch Join the private Facebook Group Join The Money Launch Club Jumpstart Guide

On this week's episode of the podcast I'm talking to Carmen Perez who had to face the truth about her credit and finances when she was sued over her student loan. She then hustled to pay off $57,000 of debt in a little over 2 ½ years and with a background in finance and a six-figure salary to match, Carmen went from being a "Wall Street dropout" to a woman who codes. Besides being a successful software engineer, Carmen is also the creator of Make Real Cents, a blog dedicated to helping people achieve financial greatness by teaching them about personal finance. In this week's Journey to Launch podcast, you'll learn what tools Carmen used to get her personal finances in order, pivot in her career, and go to coding school for free. In this episode you'll learn: Steps you can take to get your financial house in order What is zero-based budgeting and why you need a budget Several ways to pay off debt How to make a pivot in your career Ways to get your education for free, and so much more Check out today's sponsor of the podcast Empower. Save more with Empower plus get $5 when you use the code JOURNEY at sign up. Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: If you liked this episode you might love, Episode 85 – The Colors of FI- Roundtable Chat on Financial Independence, which also features Carmen and others in the financial independence space. Also, check out: Episode 128- Self Education and Ultralearning as a Means to Reach Your Financial Goals & More with Scott Young Other podcast episodes about alternative careers and education. Get the Free Journeyer Jump Start Guide here. Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with Carmen: Website Instagram: @MakeRealCents Twitter: @MakeRealCents Facebook: @MakeRealCents Connect with me: Instagram: @journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: Journey To Launch Join the private Facebook Group Join The Money Launch Club Jumpstart Guide

This week's guest, Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, read the entire 880-page economic relief package so you don't have to. On the podcast, she explains who qualifies for stimulus checks, power money moves you can make now, the truth behind the programs available to individuals and small businesses, and more. Lynnette is a personal finance expert, television and radio personality, and author of numerous books. Her book, Zero Debt: The Ultimate Guide to Financial Freedom, is a New York Times bestseller. Lynnette had been on numerous TV shows including The Oprah Winfrey Show, the Tyra Banks Show, and more. She knows what she's talking about, and in this episode, she is giving you information about how you can thrive and survive now. In this episode you'll learn: The truth behind the Stimulus Package About programs, you need to take advantage of now Power money moves you can make during the Coronavirus pandemic The best time to file your taxes if you want to qualify for a stimulus check How can you come out of this economic situation surviving and thriving Changes to the rules about borrowing from your retirement plan, and more You can watch this interview with Lynnette Khalfani Cox on youtube by clicking here. Check out today's sponsor of the podcast Empower. Save more with Empower plus get $5 when you use the code JOURNEY at sign up. Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Check out Lynnette's New York Times best selling book, Zero Debt: The Ultimate Guide to Financial Freedom Learn more about the Paycheck Protection Program for small businesses, freelancers, entrepreneurs, and more. Or apply for the Economic Injury Disaster Loan through the SBA website. Here's Lynnette's chart of the 2020 List of State Maximum Unemployment Benefits with State Websites and Phone Numbers Get the Free Journeyer Jump Start Guide here Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with Lynnette: Website Instagram: @LynnetteKhalfaniCox Twitter: @TheMoneyCoach Facebook: @LynnetteKhalfaniCox Connect with me: Instagram: @journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: Journey To Launch Join the private Facebook Group Join The Money Launch Club Jumpstart Guide

A millionaire mom and retired before 50, Jackie Cummings Koski, is on this week's podcast episode sharing her path to financial freedom. She went from poverty to wealth and learned a lot about investing along the way. Throughout most of her career, Jackie made less than six-figures a year. She prioritized saving and investing and reached her financial independence number three years before planned. Jackie created a resilient investment portfolio that continued to grow even in uncertain times like today. In this podcast episode, Jackie shares her tips about how to keep calm and survive the current market turmoil. In this episode you'll learn: What is financial independence (FI) and how to calculate your FI number Different ways to learn about investing so you can invest with confidence How to reduce your taxable income The first place where you can start investing What is a Health Savings Account (HSA) and how to use it The best times to double down in the market, and more Check out today's sponsor of the podcast Empower. Save more with Empower plus get $5 when you use the code JOURNEY at sign up. Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Jackie was on Episode 40. Take a listen and learn about the Health Savings Account, the ultimate investment, and retirement account. Want to know how compound interest works? Check out this compound interest calculator. Check out Jackie's book, Money Letters 2 My Daughter. Her book about money and personal finances includes easy to understand advice and guidance on some of the most important financial issues consumers face today. Get the Free Journeyer Jump Start Guide here Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with Jackie: Website Instagram: @FInomenal_Woman Twitter: @MoneyLetters2 Facebook: @Jackie.CummingsKoski Connect with me: Instagram: @journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: Journey To Launch Join the private Facebook Group Join The Money Launch Club Jumpstart Guide

In this bonus episode, this week's guest Stefanie O'Connell Rodriguez opens up about how her business and life has changed because of Coronavirus. Stefanie and I share tips on how to cope and deal with the negative impact to your income (and career) due to the current state up events so that you can financially survive and thrive. Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Learn more about the Statement Event Get Statement Cards for ambitious women in your life. Get the Free Journeyer Jump Start Guide here Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with Stefanie: Website Instagram: @StefanieoConnell Twitter: @StefanieoConnel Facebook: @StefanieoConnell Connect with me: Instagram: @journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: Journey To Launch Join the private Facebook Group Join The Money Launch Club Jumpstart Guide

This week's guest Stefanie O'Connell Rodriguez is on a mission to help women get more from their money so that they can unapologetically go after what they want. In this episode, Stefanie shares tips about building your network, thriving in entrepreneurship, and leveraging your skill sets to make more money. We talk openly about managing your money with inconsistent income and how to pivot from one industry to another which is so relevant for what's happening in the world today. In this episode you will learn: About life behind the scenes of entrepreneurship Ways to build credibility in a new industry The importance of networking and creating genuine relationships What are soft skills and how to get paid for yours How to manage your money when you have inconsistent income Why all entrepreneurs need to pay themselves a salary, and so much more Check out today's sponsor of the podcast Empower. Save more with Empower plus get $5 when you use the code JOURNEY at sign up. Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Check out Empower's article on How to get financial relief from the coronavirus outbreak here. Learn more about the Statement Event Get Statement Cards for ambitious women in your life. If you liked this episode you might also like Episode 91: Leveling Up Your Money & Investing with Erin Lowry. Check it out! Get the Free Journeyer Jump Start Guide here Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with Stefanie: Website Instagram: @StefanieoConnell Twitter: @StefanieoConnel Facebook: @StefanieoConnell Connect with me: Instagram: @journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: Journey To Launch Join the private Facebook Group Join The Money Launch Club Jumpstart Guide

I am excited to bring with you a real and honest conversation about money featuring my fellow amazing podcast sisters, Rana Campbell (host of the Dreams & Drive podcast), Dr. Joy Harden Bradford (host of the Therapy for Black Girls podcast), Nicaila Matthews Okome (host of the Side Hustle Pro podcast) and Art Steele (host of the Inksecure podcast). We chat about all things money; how our childhood with money shaped how we handle money today, our money hang-ups, money goals and so much more. In this episode you'll learn: How my guest say their upbringing with money impacts them today The importance of of a financial plan Tips to handle your money as an entrepreneur How to follow your "dreams" and be financially responsible If you should follow your passion or the money plus so much more Check out today's sponsor of the podcast Empower. Save more with Empower plus get $5 when you use the code JOURNEY at sign up. Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Check out Empower's article on How to get financial relief from the coronavirus outbreak here Get the Free Journeyer Jump Start Guide here Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with Rana: Rana Campbell helps individuals shine in their professional and personal lives so they can live a more purposeful life. She is also the founder of Dreams In Drive, a podcast geared towards creatives and lifestyle entrepreneurs who want to learn how to take their dreams out of "park" and into "drive." Each week, she talks with successful creative and lifestyle entrepreneurs who share their personal stories and the keys to success. Website Instagram: @DreamsinDrive Twitter: @DreamsinDrive Facebook: @DreamsinDrive Yotube Connect with Dr. Joy: Dr. Joy Harden Bradford is a licensed psychologist, speaker, and the host of the wildly popular mental health podcast, Therapy for Black Girls. Her work focuses on making mental health topics more relevant and accessible for Black women and she delights in using pop culture to illustrate psychological concepts. She has been featured in O, The Oprah Magazine, Forbes, Bustle, MTV, Huffington Post, Black Enterprise, Refinery29, Teen Vogue, and Essence. Website Instagram: @TherapyforBlackGirls Twitter: @Therapy4bgirls Facebook: @TherapyforBlackGirls Connect with Nicaila: Nicaila Matthews Okome is the creator and host of the Side Hustle Pro Podcast. She started Side Hustle Pro as a side hustle and now it's her full time gig. Through the powerful stories shared on this show and the courage to launch her own initiatives, she was able to quit her own job in December 2017. Now she works with emerging podcasters in my Podcast Moguls accelerator to create and launch their own podcasts, grow their influence through targeted social media marketing, and build a profitable business. Dive into Nicaila's podcast on her website or follow her on social media (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram). Website Instagram: @SideHustlePro Twitter: @SideHustlePro Facebook: @SideHustlePro Connect with Art: Art Steele is a business and intellectual property lawyer for creatives and entrepreneurs. She helps you use the law to grow your business. Art has been practicing law for over 8 years, and spent the first five years of her legal career as a tax lawyer helping multi-millionaire companies restructure their business, protect their digital content, and develop complex tax strategies. Art has a dynamic podcast called Inksecure Podcast, a legal podcast focused on creating wealth from the fine print. Website Instagram: @ArtSteele_esq Twitter: @ArtSteele_esq Connect with me: Instagram: @journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: Journey To Launch Join the private Facebook Group Join The Money Launch Club Jumpstart Guide

It's more important now than ever to think about ways to increase and diversify your income. In this week's episode, my guest, Sandy Smith shares how to start your own side hustles, and leverage your skills to earn more. You'll also hear her amazing story of going from $130,000 in debt to owning $1.1M in real estate. In this episode you'll learn: How to add up your debt and tackle it strategically Steps you can take to increase your income when you aren't making enough Ways to build your business at work and find your next side hustle The real buying power of People of Color and what you can do with it Techniques to leverage real estate, and so much more Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: You can sign up for the Elevate Influencer Conference here If you liked this episode you might also enjoy, The Black Tax: The Cost of Being Black in America with Shawn Rochester. I use Michael Hyatt's Full Focus Planner to keep me focused so I get things done. If you are looking for a planner consider using this one. Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with Sandy: Website Instagram: @IamSandySmith2 Twitter: @IamSandySmith2 Facebook: @IamSandySmith2 Connect with me: Instagram: @journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: Journey To Launch Join the private Facebook Group Join The Money Launch Club Jumpstart Guide

I want you to live your best life when it comes to money. So, in this week's Journey to Launch podcast episode I am answering your questions about rebuilding your credit, investing, how to get started on your financial independence journey, having money conversations with your partner, and so much more. Get ready to take notes because this is an episode packed with money gems. In fact, you might need to listen to this episode more than once. In this episode you will learn: Tips on rebuilding your credit Things you should know about your employer's retirement plan The differences between a Roth Individual Retirement Account and a Brokerage Account The steps and stages to achieving financial independence and retiring early Tips to talk to your partner about finances The difference between FinCon and the Financial Freedom Summit, and more Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Check out these awesome episodes I mentioned in the podcast: Episode 37: Credit 101: Understanding Credit & Using Credit To Build Wealth with Shante Harris Episode 43: Being Rich & Regular, A Couple's Journey To Reaching Financial Independence Episode 53: The What, Why & How of The Financial Independence Retire Early (FIRE) Movement Episode 112: The Five Journeyer Stages and How to Unlock Freedom Along the Way to Financial Independence Episode 139: Love & Money: How They Got On The Same Page To Pay Off $32,000 of Debt w/ LeDo & Shameka McDowell Go to Journeytolaunch.com/freedomsummit to join me at the Financial Freedom Summit in May. I use Michael Hyatt's Full Focus Planner to keep me focused so I get things done. If you are looking for a planner consider using this one. Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with me: Instagram: @journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: Journey To Launch Join the private Facebook Group Join The Money Launch Club Jumpstart Guide

In this bonus episode, I discuss the biggest concern in the world at the moment, the Coronavirus. You may be worried about your money, job, health and family and I am sharing my thoughts on how to get through these times. In this episode I discuss: How to protect yourself as much as you can. What to do if you deal with anxiety and depression. How this impacts your investments and what to do about it. What to do if your work and income are being affected. Why it is very important to focus on emergency funds. Cancellations of travel and events. Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Go to Journeytolaunch.com/freedomsummit to join me at the Financial Freedom Summit in May. I use Michael Hyatt's Full Focus Planner to keep me focused so I get things done. If you are looking for a planner consider using this one. Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with me: Instagram: @journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: Journey To Launch Join the private Facebook Group Join The Money Launch Club

This week's Journey to Launch Podcast is going to blow you away. Wealth Strategist, Dr. Pamela Jolly is on the show and we have a dynamic conversation about wealth building strategies, economically empowering people of color, generational wealth, and more. Everyone aspiring to build wealth, must listen to this episode. Dr. Jolly's advice will inspire you to take action and reclaim your wealth today! Dr. Pamela Jolly has over 20 years of experience in the financial sector. As a Wealth Strategist, Dr. Jolly is committed to guiding men, women, business owners, pastors and young professionals to achieving legacy wealth. She is also the CEO and Founder of Torch Enterprises, a firm committed to developing minority enterprises. Over the past twelve years, Torch has been instrumental in raising both capital and awareness for minority enterprises across the country. In this episode you will learn: How to define wealth for yourself What is the wealth reset and why it matters The difference between venture capital and private equity All about the NarrowRoad™ and how Dr. Jolly uses it helps people How long it takes to build a legacy and how quickly you can lose it Ways to connect with your elders, and more Special thanks to our podcast sponsor, Empower. Get $5 into your account when you download the Empower app and reach your savings goal. Enter code JOURNEY at signup here. Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Dr. Jolly recommended a few good reads in her interview. Check these out for yourself: To Unite a Divided Nation, We Must Tackle Both Vertical and Horizontal Inequality by Alice M. Rivlin, Allan Rivlin, and Sheri Rivlin Dangerous Dreamers: The Financial Innovators from Charles Merrill to Michael Milken by Robert Sobel. This book chronicles the tales of four financial innovators who all pioneered some financial wrinkle. Atomic Habits by James Clear. Clear's best selling book gives you real techniques to build good habits and break bad ones. He was also on the podcast in Episode 81 – Atomic Habits: How Tiny Changes Spark Remarkable Results. If you liked this episode you're going to love, Episode 137-The Black Tax: The Cost of Being Black in America with Shawn Rochester. Go to Journeytolaunch.com/freedomsummit to join me at the Financial Freedom Summit in May. I use Michael Hyatt's Full Focus Planner to keep me focused so I get things done. If you are looking for a planner consider using this one. Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with Dr. Pamela Jolly: Website Facebook: JollyJourney Twitter: PamelaJolly Instagram: PamelaJolly Connect with me: Instagram: @journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: Journey To Launch Join the private Facebook Group Join The Money Launch Club

This week on the Journey to Launch podcast, Sarah Li Cain of Beyond the Dollar shares how she became a six-figure freelance writer with a six-figure net worth. She went from teaching and living abroad, to a writer, mom, and wife, with more money and freedom to enjoy life. Through her writing and podcast, Sarah blends practical tips and mindset strategies for those trying to change their financial life. She also integrates physical, spiritual, and mental wellness in her advice so you learn how to use money as a tool to enhance your life. In this episode you will learn: What is geoarbitrage and how to use it to boost your net worth The pros of a teaching career and how to find a job teaching overseas Steps to building a successful freelance writing business How to achieve semi-retirement, a different form of financial independence Ways to find balance between work, family, and your self-care How to add value to a client so you can get paid your worth, and more Special thanks to our podcast sponsor, Empower. Get $5 into your account when you download the Empower app and reach your savings goal. Enter code JOURNEY at signup here. Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: If you want to start your freelance writing career, check out the website Sarah used when she started. Sarah also recommends reading Happy Money by Ken Honda if you want to be more present in life. Check out these other great episodes. Hear them again or for the first time if you're new to the podcast. Episode 64 (Most Downloaded): Your Guide to Becoming a Minimalist with Joshua Becker Episode 82 (2nd Most Downloaded): Your Guide to Financial Freedom and Having All the Money You'll Ever Need With Grant Sabatier Episode 86 (Interview with a Fellow Journeyer): Real Estate & Having a Networth of $100K without a 6 Figure Salary with Ashley Copeland Episode 2 (Best Throwback Ep): How My Husband and I Saved $85K Go to Journeytolaunch.com/freedomsummit to join me at the Financial Freedom Summit in May. I use Michael Hyatt's Full Focus Planner to keep me focused so I get things done. If you are looking for a planner consider using this one. Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with Sarah Li Cain: Website Twitter: SarahLiCain Instagram: BeyondTheDollar Connect with me: Instagram: @journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: Journey To Launch Join the private Facebook Group Join The Money Launch Club

Your path to financial freedom and wealth doesn't have to be complicated. This week's Journey to Launch podcast episode lifts up the veil of overcomplicated investing strategies to show you a more simple path to wealth. Well known author and blogger, JL Collins, is on the show discussing his path to Financial Independence through index investing and his successful book, The Simple Path to Wealth. JL Collins went from working in an ice cream parlor for $1.25 an hour (he was 13) to accomplishing Financial Independence & Retiring Early (FIRE) before it was even a thing. In this episode, JL Collins breaks down the stock market and everything you need to know about investing in index funds. In this episode you'll learn: What is F-you money and why you need it Ways to enjoy breaks or sabbaticals throughout your career What are index funds and tips on investing in the market Why your house is a terrible investment (his words, not mine) What is a Chautauqua, and so much more Special thanks to our podcast sponsor, Empower. Get $5 into your account when you download the Empower app and reach your savings goal. Enter code JOURNEY at signup here. Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Like what you heard and want to learn more about JL Collins? Check out some of his most popular blogs on this website: The Stock Series Why your house is a terrible investment F-you Money: John Goodman v. jlcollinsnh WARNING: These videos are NOT work or kid-friendly. Watch at your own risk. Also, check out JL Collins' book, The Simple Path to Wealth If you liked this podcast episode, you might also like: Episode 11- Rejecting Homeownership, Traveling the World & Retiring by 31 Years Old Episode 105- How To Quit Like a Millionaire So You Can Stop Working & Start Living With Kristy & Bryce Go to Journeytolaunch.com/freedomsummit to join me at the Financial Freedom Summit in May. I use Michael Hyatt's Full Focus Planner to keep me focused so I get things done. If you are looking for a planner consider using this one. Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with JL Collins: Website Twitter: JLCollinsNH Connect with me: Instagram: @journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: Journey To Launch Join the private Facebook Group Get on the Money Launch Club Waitlist

This week on the Journey to Launch podcast Brian from Done by Forty and I are talking about the secret behind accomplishing Financial Independence & Retiring Early (FIRE), economic opportunity, and the power of an education. We get very honest about the role of income and how important it can be on your FIRE journey. Brian is not afraid to talk about privilege, race, and their impact on wealth. We dive into it all and more on the podcast. You'll also learn some valuable tips to help you lower your expenses and how to get a free education. In this episode you will learn: The key to accomplishing FIRE How to get a free degree Tips to raise your income and improve your odds of getting a new job The one thing Brian thinks you should go into debt for, and so much more Special thanks to our podcast sponsor, Empower. Get $5 into your account when you download the Empower app and reach your savings goal. Enter code JOURNEY at signup here. Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Brian recommended two good reads in the episode: 48 Days to the Work You Love: Preparing for the New Normal by Dan Miller Thinking in Bets: Making Smarter Decisions When You Don't Have All the Facts by Annie Duke If you want more tips on how to get a free education, check out episode 128- Self Education and Ultralearning as a Means to Reach Your Financial Goals & More with Scott Young Go to Journeytolaunch.com/freedomsummit to join me at the Financial Freedom Summit in May. I use Michael Hyatt's Full Focus Planner to keep me focused so I get things done. If you are looking for a planner consider using this one. Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with Brian: Website Twitter:Done_by_Forty Facebook:DonebyForty Connect with me: Instagram: @journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: Journey To Launch Join the private Facebook Group Get on the Money Launch Club Waitlist

Love is in the air and we are talking about love and money in this week's episode. LeDo and Shameka McDowell talk about their relationship and how they paid off $32,000 in debt and built $100,000 in net worth. Once they got on the same financial page, they were unstoppable. LeDo and Shameka are creators of the podcast The Marital Mission, a podcast about married life for young couples. In this episode, we have an honest conversation about how to get your partner on board with your financial goals, the struggles that come with becoming debt-free, how to have the money talk with your partner, and more. In this episode, you will learn: Practical ways to get on the same financial page with your partner How to cut your expenses and reach your financial goals The importance of putting communication first The difference between the avalanche and the debt snowball debt payoff methods and more Special thanks to our podcast sponsor, Empower. Get $5 into your account when you download the Empower app and reach your savings goal. Enter code JOURNEY at signup here. Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: If you liked this episode you might also like A Money Chat With My Husband + The Budget Boot Camp. In this episode, my husband and I talk about my crazy money goals and his relationship with money. Go to Journeytolaunch.com/freedomsummit to join me at the Financial Freedom Summit in May. I use Michael Hyatt's Full Focus Planner to keep me focused so I get things done. If you are looking for a planner consider using this one. Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with LeDo & Shameka McDowell: Website Instagram:TheMaritalMission Twitter:MaritalMission Facebook:TheMaritalMission Connect with me: Instagram: @journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: Journey To Launch Join the private Facebook Group Get on the Money Launch Club Waitlist

In this week's Journey to Launch podcast episode, I answer the question, "Can you really reach financial independence?" Plus, I am celebrating because it's my birthday! As I reflect on the past year, I am sharing my personal goals for 2020, which include taking better care of me. Listen to this episode to find out how I plan to focus on myself and prioritize what really matters in life. I am also sharing ways on how you can create a life you love. In this episode you will learn: Tips that will make you resilient on your FIRE journey Examples of ways to take care of yourself in 2020 Why it's important to focus on your journey and not the outcomes How to make more time for things that really matter All about setting moon goals, and more Also, to help celebrate my birthday week, I'm opening doors to the Money Launch again this week. The Money Launch Club is the online membership that can help you reach your financial goals of saving more, paying off debt so that you can reach Financial Freedom. Join us while you can here. Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Just in case you missed it, check out my powerful conversation with Shawn Rochester about The Black Tax: The Cost of Being Black in America. If you want to learn more about my financial journey and why I delayed Financial Independence to be my own boss, check out my story in Forbes. Go to Journeytolaunch.com/freedomsummit to join me at the Financial Freedom Summit in May. I use Michael Hyatt's Full Focus Planner to keep me focused so I get things done. If you are looking for a planner consider using this one. Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with me: Instagram: @journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: Journey To Launch Join the private Facebook Group Get on the Money Launch Club Waitlist

Did you know that after ~400 years of being in the US, African Americans in the United States only own two percent of U.S. wealth? This week on the Journey to Launch podcast, my guest, Shawn D. Rochester talks about how this dismal stat came to be with data-based research and discusses what we can do about it using concrete solutions. Shawn is the CEO of Good Steward, LLC and author of The Black Tax: The Cost of Being Black in America. In his book and presentations at Google, and several universities across the United States, Shawn examines the true cost of being Black in America. He outlines what factors impact the Black community and explains how you can help close the wealth gap. Everyone must listen to this episode. I hope this interview sparks powerful conversations, deep thought, and inspires you to build black wealth and make strides to level the economic playing field. In this episode you will learn: What is the Black Tax and how it's impacting your wealth How to identify unconscious vs. conscious bias Why hard work is not the key to success and what resources you really need Concrete ways you can close the wealth gap How to apply Shawn's PHD strategy to create jobs, capital, and thriving black communities, and so much more You can watch this interview with Shawn Rochester on youtube by clicking here. Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Go to Journeytolaunch.com/freedomsummit to join me at the Financial Freedom Summit in May Check out Shawn's talk at Google, which has had over 200,000 views and sparked a lot of conversations about the real cost of being Black in America. I use Michael Hyatt's Full Focus Planner to keep me focused so I get things done. If you are looking for a planner consider using this one. Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with Shawn Rochester: Website Twitter: @BlackTaxed Facebook:@Shawn.D.Rochester Instagram:@BlackTaxed Connect with me: Instagram: @journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: Journey To Launch Join the private Facebook Group Get on the Money Launch Club Waitlist

This week's Journey to Launch podcast episode features Anita Dhake, also known as Thriftygal. Creator of the blog The Power of Thrift, Anita, worked as a corporate attorney for several years. Then, one day she committed to her dream to retire early and live her best life. In one year she paid off $95,000 of student loan debt and started aggressively saving 85 to 95 percent of her income. By age 33, Anita was able to retire with over a half of million dollars in investments. For the last few years, Anita has been traveling the world and doing what makes her happy. On her blog, she shares stories about crossing items off her bucket list, her latest reads, and her daily successful habits. Previously featured in Forbes, Crain's Chicago Business, and the ABA Journal, Anita's has also been on television twice. Anita's FI story can be found in her book, Operation Enough! How to Retire Remarkably Early. In this episode you will learn: How to accelerate your path to financial freedom and early retirement The benefits of applying stoicism to your financial journey Several inspiring books you should read now It is about how much you make and how much you save Where to easily invest your money and watch it grow, and so much more Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Anita is an avid reader and below are a few great books we mentioned in the podcast episode. Operation Enough! How to Retire Remarkably Early by Anita Dhake Your Money or Your Life: 9 Steps to Transforming Your Relationship with Money and Achieving Financial Independence by Vicki Robin How Not to Die: Discover the Foods Scientifically Proven to Prevent and Reverse Disease by Michael Greger and Gene Stone The Four Tendencies: The Indispensable Personality Profiles That Reveal How to Make Your Life Better (and Other People's Lives Better, Too) by Gretchen Rubin The Geometry of Wealth: How To Shape A Life Of Money And Meaning by Brian Portnoy A Guide to the Good Life: The Ancient Art of Stoic Joy by William B. Irvine Vicki Robin has been on the Journey to Launch podcast. Check out her episode below: Your Money or Your Life: Transform Your Relationship With Money & Achieve Financial Independence W/ Vicki Robin I use Michael Hyatt's Full Focus Planner to keep me focused so I get things done. If you are looking for a planner consider using this one. Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Go to Journeytolaunch.com/freedomsummit to join me at the Financial Freedom Summit in May! Also check out Grant and I Youtube channel, The Money Collective. To watch more, check out the channel and subscribe. Connect with Anita Dhake: Website Twitter: @PowerofThrift Facebook:@ThePowerofThrift Connect with me: Instagram: @journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: Journey To Launch Join the private Facebook Group Get on the Money Launch Club Waitlist

This week's Journey to Launch podcast episode features Anita Dhake, also known as Thriftygal. Creator of the blog The Power of Thrift, Anita, worked as a corporate attorney for several years. Then, one day she committed to her dream to retire early and live her best life. In one year she paid off $95,000 of student loan debt and started aggressively saving 85 to 95 percent of her income. By age 33, Anita was able to retire with over a half of million dollars in investments. For the last few years, Anita has been traveling the world and doing what makes her happy. On her blog, she shares stories about crossing items off her bucket list, her latest reads, and her daily successful habits. Previously featured in Forbes, Crain's Chicago Business, and the ABA Journal, Anita's has also been on television twice. Anita's FI story can be found in her book, Operation Enough! How to Retire Remarkably Early. In this episode you will learn: How to accelerate your path to financial freedom and early retirement The benefits of applying stoicism to your financial journey Several inspiring books you should read now It is about how much you make and how much you save Where to easily invest your money and watch it grow, and so much more Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Anita is an avid reader and below are a few great books we mentioned in the podcast episode. Operation Enough! How to Retire Remarkably Early by Anita Dhake Your Money or Your Life: 9 Steps to Transforming Your Relationship with Money and Achieving Financial Independence by Vicki Robin How Not to Die: Discover the Foods Scientifically Proven to Prevent and Reverse Disease by Michael Greger and Gene Stone The Four Tendencies: The Indispensable Personality Profiles That Reveal How to Make Your Life Better (and Other People's Lives Better, Too) by Gretchen Rubin The Geometry of Wealth: How To Shape A Life Of Money And Meaning by Brian Portnoy A Guide to the Good Life: The Ancient Art of Stoic Joy by William B. Irvine Vicki Robin has been on the Journey to Launch podcast. Check out her episode below: Your Money or Your Life: Transform Your Relationship With Money & Achieve Financial Independence W/ Vicki Robin I use Michael Hyatt's Full Focus Planner to keep me focused so I get things done. If you are looking for a planner consider using this one. Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business here. Check out the Journey To Launch Podcast index here which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12 Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Go to Journeytolaunch.com/freedomsummit to join me at the Financial Freedom Summit in May! Also check out Grant and I Youtube channel, The Money Collective. To watch more, check out the channel and subscribe. Connect with Anita Dhake: Website Twitter: @PowerofThrift Facebook:@ThePowerofThrift Connect with me: Instagram: @journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: Journey To Launch Join the private Facebook Group Get on the Money Launch Club Waitlist

David Carlson is answering all your student loan questions on this week's episode of the Journey to Launch podcast. Previously featured in The Washington Post, The New York Times, Forbes, Slate, and NBC's KARE 11, David is a personal finance author and speaker. In this week's episode, David is discussing the truth and misconceptions about student loan debt, loan forgiveness programs, debt consolidation and more. In 2012, David launched his website Young Adult Money with a mission to help millennials earn more, save more, and live better lives. He recently started focusing on student loan debt because he and his wife had a combined balance of $100,000 after graduating college. David is on the path to becoming debt-free and is sharing his story and student loan debt advice with others along the way. In this episode you will learn: Several misconceptions about student loans The truth about student loan refinancing The good, bad, and ugly about the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program How taxes and forgiveness of loan debt are related The pros and cons to Parent Plus Loans, and more Get a custom student loan payoff plan by clicking here and check out what my buddy Travis over at Student Loan Planner has to offer