05. Building Wealth on a W-2: Financial Strategies for High-Earning Women of Color

Building wealth shouldn’t require burnout, constant side hustles, or sacrificing your well-being.In this episode of The Ambitious Woman of Color, Jessica Lynn Rojas sits down with Maideli Garcia, Latina money coach and financial educator, to break down what building wealth on a W-2 actually looks like for ambitious women of color.They explore how career strategy, mental health, family expectations, and self-worth directly impact income, savings, and long-term wealth — and why many high-achieving women of color feel financially stretched despite earning “good money.”This conversation challenges the belief that you have to overwork to get ahead and offers a more sustainable path to financial growth that doesn’t cost you your health, relationships, or peace.You’ll hear about:How to build wealth without sacrificing your lifeWhy self-care is a financial strategy, not a luxuryThe link between burnout, career decisions, and moneyNavigating family expectations and setting financial boundariesTransitioning careers to increase income sustainablyWhy side hustles should be intentional, not permanentHow salary negotiation accelerates wealth buildingWhy investing and paying off debt can happen at the same timeThis episode is for women of color who want financial freedom, career growth, and a life that actually feels good — not just impressive on paper.About the Guest: Maideli GarciaMaideli Garcia is a Latina money coach and financial educator who helps women of color and first-generation professionals save, spend, invest, and earn more — without sacrificing joy.After burning out in education, Maideli pivoted into tech and tripled her income. She now supports clients in breaking generational money cycles, building wealth, and rewriting their money stories.Work with Maideli1:1 Money Coaching: Book Clarity CallTeacher Transition Coaching: Book Clarity CallWork With JessicaStop overworking. Start getting paid what you’re worth.I help ambitious women of color make strategic career moves—raises, promotions, and pivots—without burnout or people-pleasing.✨ Book a 1:1 Coaching Consult: https://www.jessicalynn-wellness.com/scheduling📩 Join Dear Ambitious WOC: https://www.jessicalynn-wellness.com/email-list📱 Follow @jessicalynnrojas⁠Subscribe & ReviewIf this podcast supports you, subscribe so you don’t miss an episode.Leaving a quick rating and review helps more women of color find these conversations, and reminds them they’re not alone.