Ep. 82 From Shame to Strategy: Breaking Free from Financial Fear and Building Wealth with Janet Hum

What happens when a self-proclaimed numbers-avoider becomes a CPA and turns her own money struggles into a mission to help others? In this empowering episode, Janet shares her journey from being the family “non-science” outlier to becoming a passionate financial educator for everyday people—especially women and families—who are tired of feeling stuck, ashamed, or overwhelmed by their finances.Join us as we unpack the mindset shifts needed to overcome money fear, why awareness is the first step toward abundance, and how financial checkups should be as common as doctor visits. Whether you’re starting from zero or just want your dollars to work smarter for you, this episode is packed with real talk, encouragement, and practical steps to start building wealth—without guilt or shame.Because money doesn’t have to be scary, and you don’t have to go it alone.Most people focus on how to make more money—but few know how to truly grow and keep it. That’s where she comes in.Janet Hum is a daughter, sister, wife and mom.  She is a CPA-turned-financial strategist and she specializes in helping professionals—especially women—take control of their money, overcome fear, and create tax-smart wealth-building strategies that set them up for lasting financial independence.With her background in accounting and entrepreneurship, she has seen firsthand how much of a difference the right financial strategies can make. Her goal is simple: help you grow your wealth in the smartest, most efficient way possible—so you can keep more of what you earn and build the future you deserve.To connect with our guest, click on the links below:LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/janethum  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janet_hum/ Freebie: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XHO8hqHmBg89p1pfMrlY6JLyyM4eiO-N/view?usp=drive_link Connect with me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heidischalkcoachingFB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/femaleentrepreneursandleadersSpotlight to Scale: https://www.spotlighttoscale.com/blueprintLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heidischalkcoaching/Ready to grow your biz: scalewithheidi.com