Episode #25 In Sickness & In Health: Financial Preparedness & Emotional Resilience with Ullas Perez

00:00 Journey from Engineering to Motivational Speaking 05:40 Navigating Health Challenges and Financial Preparedness 11:30 Stigma & Shame Around Having a Disability 14:26 The Power of Your Subconscious Mind 22:13 Making Money & Building Wealth Are Different Skill Sets 23:31 Making Peace with Negative Thoughts 26:15 Ullas's Definition of Wealth: Happiness, Health, and Money 28:31 To All Women Listeners: Be Better Stewards of Your Money In this enlightening and very candid episode of the Cupalo Conversation podcast, host Lauren Hannon sits down with Ullas Perez, a seasoned technology leader with a remarkable career journey. From leading engineering teams and boasting an impactful seven-year tenure at The Boeing Company, the discussion takes a poignant turn as Ullas opens up about the unexpected health crisis that derailed her career. After coming into contact with black mold, Ullas suffered from chronic health issues that ultimately forced her to leave the workforce. Despite this challenging setback, Ullas and her husband were financially prepared, thanks to her disability insurance coverage, which helped them navigate the financial turmoil. Throughout the episode, Ullas emphasizes the importance of financial and emotional preparedness in facing life's harsh realities, such as job loss, income loss, sickness, and death. She passionately discusses her mission to help others create a life of abundance and purpose through motivational speaking and financial education. By sharing her personal experiences and insights, Ullas aims to empower listeners to proactively plan for uncertainties and build resilience in the face of adversity. Tune in to this episode for a heartfelt conversation that blends personal storytelling with practical advice on navigating the unpredictable challenges of life. Connect with Lauren Hannon Sign up for "Cupalo Newsletter" (Lauren's email newsletter): https://cupalo.substack.com/ Follow Lauren on LinkedIn: / hannonlauren Check out Cupalo's website: https://cupalo.io/