Turned $20K Into $250K

What happens when a corporate layoff becomes the catalyst for financial freedom?In this episode of Entrepreneurship Lab, I sit down with LaKiesha, Yale MBA, former aerospace executive, and founder of Profitable Trader's Academy. After being laid off from her senior leadership role, LaKiesha didn't panic—because she had already built a powerful income-generating skill through trading.She shares how she turned $20,000 into nearly $100,000—twice—and how trading provided the financial security and confidence to navigate a major career transition on her own terms. Featured in Forbes and The Wall Street Journal, LaKiesha brings a practical, no-hype approach to building wealth through disciplined, rules-based trading.We discuss:• How entrepreneurs and professionals can create a "second salary" through trading• Why risk management matters more than chasing profits• The biggest mistakes new traders make• How to start with small amounts of capital and clear rules• Using financial independence to create more freedom and career optionsWhether you're an entrepreneur, employee, or someone looking to build additional income streams, this conversation offers valuable insights on creating resilience and financial security in an unpredictable world.