From Crypto Curious to Crypto Confident: How Dee Skillicorn Helps You Build Wealth Outside Traditional Banking Systems

Send a question or message to Kate & SamThis week, Kate was honoured to sit down with Dee Skillicorn, founder of Digi-Secure, “your trusted guide in the ever-evolving world of digital assets”. Dee is on a mission to demystify cryptocurrency, making it simple, accessible and safe for everyone. Dee and her husband have built their wealth through cryptocurrency and love helping others to do the same.With over 30 years of hands-on experience in business, finance, system analysis, and implementation, Dee has honed a sharp eye for what works in the digital currency landscape.In our discussion, Dee shares her personal journey from being a newcomer to the world of crypto to living off it with her husband, and how they built a secure financial future outside traditional banking systems.Dee sheds light on the common myths surrounding crypto, explaining how it’s not as complicated as people think — if you treat it like any other currency. She talks about her transition into crypto in 2017, the mistakes she made along the way, and how those mistakes led to creating a course to help others navigate the complex world of digital assets safely. We also discussed the differences between traditional finance (Fiat) and decentralised finance (DeFi), and how blockchain technology is quietly revolutionising the financial system worldwide.From security concerns to tokenisation and the rise of real-world assets in the crypto space, Dee provides practical insights for anyone interested in getting involved in cryptocurrency. Plus, she talks about the upcoming regulatory changes and what it means for the future of crypto. If you’re ‘crypto-curious’, don’t miss this!Episode Highlights:What crypto really is: Breaking down how crypto works and why it's not that different from traditional currency.Dee's personal crypto journey: From learning to invest in crypto to living off it for retirement.Common crypto myths: Addressing fears around security and volatility in the crypto market.Tokenisation and real-world assets: How physical assets like real estate and gold are being represented on the blockchain.The future of finance: Why decentralised finance (DeFi) is set to be the norm and how the traditional banking system is evolving.The importance of security: Dee shares why securing your crypto assets is critical and how Digi Secure helps people navigate this space.DeFi vs TradFi: How decentralised finance is changing the landscape of financeIf you’re ready to dive into the world of crypto, but need help navigating its complexities securely, head over to Digi Secure to learn more about protecting your digital assets. Don’t let fear hold you back—empower yourself with knowledge and get the tools to make smarter investments in this exciting new world.And, of course, if you enjoyed today’s episode, don’t forget to subscribe to The Thriving Business Podcast and share it with a friend who might find this topic interesting!Connect with the Hosts:Kate De Jong, PhD | Inspired BusinessWebsite: https://katedejong.com/Instagram: katedejong.inspiredbusinessEmail: [email protected] Morris | The Business ImplementorWebsite: https://thebusinessimplementor.com/Instagram: sammorris.businesscoachEmail: [email protected] with Your Hosts:Kate De Jong, PhD | Inspired Business 🌐 Website: https://katedejong.com/ 📱 Instagram: @katedejong.inspiredbusiness ✉️ Email: [email protected] Morris | The O8 🌐 Website: https://www.theo8.com/ 📱 Instagram: @the_o8crew ✉️ Email: [email protected] Business Podcast 🌐Website:   https://www.thrivingbusinesspodcast.com/ JOIN OUR WORKSHOPS🌐 https://www.thrivingbusinesspodcast.com/workshopsCOME ON THE 2026 BALI RETREAT🌐 https://www.thrivingbusinesspodcast.com/baliretreat2026