Breaking Barriers: Building a Secure Financial Future

The Lived Experiences Podcast, Episode 13, Breaking Barriers: Building a Secure Financial Future” is out now. I spoke with Veteran and leadership coach Michael Dillard about breaking barriers and establishing generational wealth, particularly in marginalized communities. Michael shares his personal journey from poverty to success, emphasizing the importance of financial literacy, planning, and the right mindset. He discusses the realities of post-college life, the transition into consumer finance, and the significance of teaching financial principles to the next generation. Michael also shared how he spends time mentoring college students on financial literacy. The conversation highlights actionable strategies for budgeting, saving, and building a financial legacy. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Breaking Barriers 02:19 Michael's Journey from Poverty to Success 10:17 The Reality of Post-College Life 15:31 The Importance of Financial Literacy 23:02 Building Generational Wealth and Legacy 28:04 Strategies for Budgeting and Saving Social Media: DR. TAMEA RYAN Instagram: @thelivedexp YouTube: www.youtube/@THELIVEDEXPERIENCES Facebook: https://facebook.com/thelivedexperiences Website: www.thelivedexp.com MICHAEL DILLARD Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/michael.dillard.37 Website: https://www.madillard.com Music: Music from #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/hoffy-beats/victory-lap License code: UAXGPCFRTDAQBUNR