She Built a Life Around Karate and Money. Here's What They Have in Common. (Denise Coursey)

Denise Coursey didn’t grow up talking about investing—but she did grow up learning respect for money.Raised in a blue-collar, union household, Denise became a first-generation college student, took early career risks as a writer and editor, and eventually became a small business owner. Along the way, she developed strong views on scarcity, financial independence, and why “having enough” doesn’t always quiet the money noise in your head.Chris Hill talks with Denise about:•Why karate became a lifelong practice—and eventually a business•Taking creative and career risks without a financial safety net•How separate bank accounts reduced money stress in her marriage•Redefining “splurging” as time, not dollarsOpening clip – “Tom Papa: What A Day!”Want to find the best stocks and speed up your investing analysis? Try TIKR for free at tikr.com/unpluggedMore info about Denise's business at VirginiaDojo.comSend your questions and comments to [email protected]