Making Change with your Money

What happens when you write a novel, put it in a drawer, and your adult daughter stages an intervention? In this episode, Laura welcomes Susan Kleinman, author of All Afternoon, who shares her journey from magazine writer to fiction author, and how her daughter's tough love pushed her to finally publish her book.Susan grew up learning that money means values in action. While there were limits on clothing—no more than $15 per skirt—her mother took her to a book warehouse where Susan could fill a cart with 50-100 books. This clear message about what mattered shaped everything.After a published cover story in college and a 10-city book tour at 25, Susan's career didn't follow the typical upward trajectory. It looked like the letter U—starting high, dropping to steady magazine work, then rising decades later. When magazines folded during the 2008 crisis, she pivoted to fiction, winning a Sarah Lawrence fellowship and drafting "All Afternoon" in 2010.The book went through agents, rejections, COVID delays, and her father's death. At 59, Susan quit writing entirely. She made collage cards, slept late, thought she was happily retired. Then her daughter flew home: "You need to get a job. You seem aimless." Her daughter read the manuscript and insisted: "You have to get this book published." Now 61, Susan is self-publishing, learning marketing, connecting with bookstagrammers, and receiving reviews from strangers that make her cry.Key Takeaways:💡 Money is how you put your values into action. Susan's parents taught her this explicitly—there were strict limits on clothing, but unlimited books. This wasn't about their financial situation; it was about what mattered. Charitable giving was non-negotiable, but so was thinking deliberately about expenditures that create a life that fits who you are, not just what you want in the moment.💡 Career paths aren't always linear. Susan's career graphed as a U, not an upward trend—high success at 25, decades of steady but quiet magazine work, then a dramatic rise again at 61. She lost work during the 2008 housing crisis when decorating magazines folded, pivoted to fiction, then quit entirely before returning. The traditional career trajectory doesn't apply to everyone.💡 Sometimes your family sees what you can't. When Susan thought she was happily retired making cards and drinking coffee slowly, her daughter flew home and said, "This is an intervention. You need to get a job. You seem aimless." Her daughter's emotional intelligence caught what Susan couldn't see—she needed purpose and goals, not just leisure. Sometimes those who love us most can see our truth.💡 Time is not renewable—spend it deliberately. Susan's grandfather, a European immigrant, told her at 86: "Sometimes life is very long, but even so it ends." This shaped her approach to saying yes to opportunities even when tired or crabby.Guest: Susan Kleinman is a writer and author of All Afternoon, a novel set in 1978 about a woman confronting what she wants from life. Resources:All AfternoonFacebookInstagramWebsite

What happens when you follow all the rules—save diligently, work hard, climb the corporate ladder—but lose yourself in the process? In this episode, Laura welcomes Gretchen Schoser, founder of Schoser Solutions and co-host of the podcast "Shit That Goes On In Our Heads," who shares her journey from attempted suicide on Christmas Day 2022 to launching her own consulting business focused on mental health and change management.Gretchen's father taught her to save relentlessly. She worked at McDonald's through high school and college, put money into her 401(k) for 40 years, and did everything right financially. But beneath the surface, she was drowning. On Christmas 2022, after taking on everyone else's pain, she called 988, the suicide and crisis lifeline. A two-hour conversation saved her life.After accepting early retirement and launching a mental health podcast, Gretchen faced another transition: starting her consulting firm. On January 2nd, she opened her LLC, funding it with $30,000 from the 401(k) she'd built over four decades.Key Takeaways:💡 Financial security doesn't guarantee mental health. Gretchen saved diligently for 40 years, but on Christmas 2022, she nearly didn't live to use that money. She weathered toxic jobs because she couldn't afford to leave, showing up with a smile while dying inside. Financial wellness and mental wellness must go hand-in-hand—no amount of savings is worth sacrificing your mental health.💡 The 988 crisis line saves lives. When Gretchen was in crisis, she called 988, the suicide and crisis lifeline. You don't need to be suicidal—anyone in crisis can call. A trained professional talked with her for over two hours, saved her life, and helped her find resources. If you're struggling, 988 is available 24/7 in the US and Canada.💡 Starting a business after 60 requires strategic planning. Gretchen used ChatGPT to calculate startup capital needs, factoring in personal expenses, projected customers, and 1099 contractor realities. She withdrew $30,000 from her 401(k)—after 59.5, you avoid early withdrawal penalties. She hired a CPA, opened business and savings accounts, and sets aside 20% of every payment for taxes.💡 Being your own boss means being your own caretaker. Working from home makes it easy to overextend. Gretchen schedules reminders to step away, greet her spouse, and eat. She keeps overhead low, watches those $10/month subscriptions that add up, and prices below big consulting firms while protecting her time and energy.💡 Success shifts from chasing money to making a difference. Gretchen chased money and dreams for decades. At 60, she realized she had enough: a roof, food, her spouse, security. Now success means doing what makes her happy, helping companies protect employee mental health during transitions, and being the happiest her wife has seen her in 20 years.Guest: Gretchen Schoser is founder of Schoser Solutions, a consulting firm specializing in change management and employee mental health, and co-host of "Shit That Goes On In Our Heads" podcast. With 45 years in corporate America and expertise in UKG Recruiting and Onboarding, she's now a mental health advocate helping companies navigate transitions while protecting employee wellbeing.Resources:Company Websire: schosersolutions.comPodcast: "Shit That Goes On In Our Heads" at shitthatgoesoninourheads.net988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (available 24/7 in US and Canada)LinkedIn

What does it take to fight for what matters most and build a thriving business on your own terms? In this moving episode, Laura welcomes Alexandra Gonzalez, founder and CEO of Savvy Marketers, who shares her journey from corporate marketing executive to entrepreneur, driven by a life changing pregnancy and unwavering commitment to her values.Alexandra's story begins with her Cuban immigrant parents who arrived in America with only the clothes on their backs, instilling in her the power of hard work, resilience, and education. After building a successful corporate career managing multi-billion dollar businesses at Johnson & Johnson, she faced the fight of her life during a high-risk twin pregnancy. Doctors recommended aborting 24 times, but Alexandra refused, fighting for her daughters through challenges.This experience transformed her definition of success. Shortly after giving birth, she launched Savvy Marketers from her home, landing a nearly $400,000 contract with her first presentation. Over 13 years, she's built a full-service boutique agency with 8,000 square feet of space and 10 innovation labs, navigating pandemic highs and challenging quarters while never losing sight of her values.Key Takeaways:💡 Faith and purpose provide direction through uncertainty. Alexandra's deep spiritual foundation helped her navigate impossible medical decisions, turbulent markets, and entrepreneurship challenges. She believes we're all interconnected citizens of the same planet, and our actions impact others beyond our immediate circles, giving us responsibility to work for the greater good.💡 Build your business in phases with financial guardrails. Alexandra self-funded Savvy Marketers, starting from home and gradually expanding from freelancers to employees, small offices to 8,000 square feet. She emphasizes planning one, three, five years out and understanding that corporate clients often pay in 90-120 day cycles, requiring careful cashflow management.💡 Quality of time matters more than quantity. As women we are our own worst judges, we put immense pressure on ourselves to balance everything perfectly. Alexandra teaches her three daughters that success isn't about hours spent but about being fully present. Self-care must be a priority based on intention and quality, not duration.💡 Resilience means adjusting, not abandoning. When 2024's first quarter hit hard, Alexandra sold personal items to make payroll rather than fire her team. When troubles hit at home, you don't fire your kids; you adjust and prioritize. This commitment to values over short-term gain defines authentic leadership.💡 True success is loving what you do and being able to keep doing it. Success isn't measured by awards or monthly revenue but by waking up every day to do work you love, staying healthy, being surrounded by good people, and using your talents for something greater. Financial success means covering costs, saving, and having freedom to live meaningfully.Guest: Alexandra Gonzalez is founder and CEO of Savvy Marketers, a full-service boutique marketing agency in Princeton, NJ. With nearly 30 years in marketing, she's managed multi-billion dollar businesses across banking, food, consumer packaged goods, e-commerce, and private equity before launching her own firm over 13 years ago.Resources:Savvy Marketers: Savvy Marketers | Award Winning Marketing AgencyConnect on LinkedIn: Alexandra Michelle Gonzalez

In this episode, Laura welcomes Amy Mullen, President of Money Quotient, for a powerful conversation about why financial literacy alone rarely leads to lasting behavior change.Amy shares the origin story behind Money Quotient, beginning with her mother Carol Anderson. After going through a divorce that left her uncertain about her financial future, Carol transitioned from preschool teacher to financial literacy advocate. That experience ultimately sparked the creation of Money Quotient and deeply shaped Amy’s perspective on the connection between money and life design.Growing up with parents who had completely opposite money personalities, a saver mother and a spender father, Amy learned early how deeply our financial behaviors are shaped by our experiences. Those contrasting influences helped her recognize the importance of self-awareness when making financial decisions, rather than simply repeating inherited patterns.Amy also shares fascinating research on financial behavior. Many people seek financial education when they feel anxious or fearful about money. But once they learn something new, that anxiety decreases even if no real action has been taken. Without that emotional urgency, motivation often disappears. Sustainable behavior change, she explains, comes not from fear but from positive emotions like excitement about goals and clarity around what truly matters.The conversation offers practical tools for women navigating financial decisions and life transitions. One powerful exercise Amy shares is the Wheel of Life, which helps break down overwhelming questions about life satisfaction into manageable areas. By identifying what brings genuine joy, purpose, and fulfillment, people can begin using those values as a guide for financial decisions instead of comparing themselves to others.Key Takeaways💡 Positive emotions drive sustainable change. Fear may push people to seek information, but lasting transformation happens when people feel excited about a vision for their future.💡 Childhood money stories shape adult behavior. Amy grew up with a saver mom and a spender dad, which created conflicting spending habits. Understanding those patterns helped her make more intentional financial choices aligned with her own values.💡 True fulfillment comes from alignment. When you align your time, energy, and money with what brings intrinsic reward, you create a deeper sense of life satisfaction.GuestAmy Mullen, CFP® is President of Money Quotient, Inc., an organization founded in 2001 that teaches financial professionals how to bring science to the art of relationship. In this role, Amy conducts training, provides individualized consulting, and frequently presents at national financial industry conferences on the benefits and effectiveness of a values-based approach to financial planning, understanding clients' financial motivations and how to guide them through change to create long-lasting client-planner relationships.ResourcesInvesting Your Time and EnergyWheel of Life ExerciseDirectory of Money Quotient AdvisorsFacebookLinkedInWebsite

What happens when someone who grew up witnessing financial conflict decides to transform their relationship with money? Laura sits down with Carrie Friedberg, author of the book "At Peace With Money: A Holistic Roadmap to Financial Wellness," to explore how she moved from credit card debt and constant anxiety to becoming a money coach who helps others find their own financial peace.Carrie grew up in a household where money was a source of tension and secrecy. Despite enjoying financial security on the surface, the misalignment between her parents around spending created an atmosphere of stress that Carrie carried into her young adult life. Living on a teacher's salary while maintaining an active social life, she found herself trapped in a cycle of credit card debt, emotional spending and profound anxiety about money.The turning point came through an unexpected source: her yoga practice. The physical, emotional, and spiritual transformation Carrie experienced on the mat gave her the courage to seek help with her finances. After trying various approaches on her own, she discovered the power of working with a money coach who provided both practical tools and emotional support. This two-year journey didn't just change her bank account; it transformed her self-esteem, her relationships, and ultimately her career path.Now a money coach herself, Carrie shares the essential steps for building financial wellness, from tracking your spending for at least 90 days to creating a realistic spending plan that honors both your current lifestyle and your future goals. She emphasizes that financial health isn't about deprivation or quick fixes but rather a sustainable practice that requires consistent attention and self-compassion.💡 Money patterns often begin in childhood.Growing up with parents who held opposing views on spending left Carrie anxious around money. She observed secrecy, conflict, and tension during everyday financial moments, which her body absorbed long before she could articulate it. Understanding these early imprints is a critical step in reshaping adult money habits.💡 Financial wellness is a long-term practice.Just as physical or emotional health doesn’t change overnight, neither does financial health. Carrie’s transformation unfolded over years. The reward was improved self-esteem, healthier relationships, and peace of mind.💡 Tracking spending creates awareness and change.The most powerful tool in Carrie’s journey was tracking every dollar she spent for at least 90 days. This practice helped her see her real habits instead of assumptions. Whether done by hand, through apps, or with a bookkeeper, the key is awareness rather than avoidance.💡 A spending plan doesn’t require sacrificing joy.Carrie learned that financial health doesn’t mean cutting out everything you love. By identifying non-negotiable self-care and intentionally spacing out other expenses, she shifted away from feast or famine spending.Facebook LinkedIn Instagram WebsiteBook

What happens when you combine childhood memories of your mother opening your home to refugees, a crisis playing out on television screens worldwide, and the belief that ordinary people can make extraordinary change? You get Hearts and Homes for Refugees—a movement that has helped resettle and support over 1,000 refugees in the Lower Hudson Valley and inspired a national shift in how America welcomes those fleeing persecution.In this conversation, Laura sits down with Kathie O'Callaghan, founder of Hearts & Homes for Refugees. Kathie shares her journey from breaking barriers as the eldest daughter in a large Catholic family in Louisville, to working on Capitol Hill and in New York corporate PR, to stepping back to raise four teenagers, to founding an organization that would change the refugee resettlement landscape in America.When the Syrian refugee crisis erupted in 2015, Kathie remembered the Vietnamese family her mother helped resettle in the 1970s through their parish. She knew there was a model that worked—faith communities and neighbors providing extended support beyond what government-funded resettlement agencies could offer. So she gathered people around her kitchen table in Pelham Manor and said: We can do this. And they did. Now, the community sponsorship model Hearts & Homes pioneered has spread nationwide, with millions of Americans stepping up to welcome Afghan and Ukrainian refugees.This episode is essential for anyone who's ever thought "someone should do something" about an issue they care deeply about, for women wondering if they can make a difference after stepping back from careers, and for anyone seeking inspiration about what's possible when you trust your gut, mobilize your community, and refuse to accept that the way things are is the way things have to be.Key takeaways:💡 Your childhood experiences can become your life's mission—decades later: Kathie's mother opened their Louisville home as a "revolving door" to Vietnamese refugees, homeless people, and anyone needing help in the 1970s. Forty years later, watching the Syrian crisis, those childhood memories became the blueprint for Hearts & Homes for Refugees.💡 The best solutions often come from models that already worked: Kathie didn't invent refugee sponsorship—she remembered it from her childhood and adapted it for 2016. Sometimes innovation isn't creating something new; it's recognizing what worked before and bringing it back when it's needed again.💡 You don't need permission or a roadmap to start something important: In 2016, resettlement agencies said community sponsorship wouldn't work. Kathie said "watch us" and gathered people around her kitchen table. That model reshaped refugee resettlement nationwide. Sometimes you just have to build it and trust they'll come.💡Success isn't about money—it's about impact, one family at a time: Kathie defines success as seeing her vision come to life, bringing diverse communities together, and knowing that every single volunteer—whether leading a cohort or driving once a month—feels they're doing the most important work they've ever done.Connect with Kathie: Facebook LinkedIn Instagram X Website Advocacy Toolkit

What if the most important leadership role you'll ever have isn't managing a team, but leading yourself? In this conversation, Laura Rotter sits down with Miki Feldman Simon—executive coach and author—who shares her journey to discovering her true calling: helping people live with intention, authenticity, and purpose.Miki's path wasn't linear. From fashion design to psychology to HR to operations to marketing, she explored diverse fields while developing a consistent through-line: curiosity about people and the ability to create psychological safety that gets others to open up. After moving from Israel to Australia to the United States, taking forced career breaks due to visa restrictions, and taking care of aging parents, Miki found herself asking the fundamental question that drives her work today: Who do you want to be?Her answer became the CORE framework—a four-step process detailed in her book Core Leadership. CORE stands for Clarify, Operationalize, Reflect and Evaluate. This isn't just a leadership model for executives—it's a framework for anyone who wants to stop being managed by other people's priorities and start showing up as the person they truly want to be.This episode is essential listening for anyone feeling pulled along by life rather than intentionally choosing it, for parents trying to model values for their children, for professionals wondering if their credit card statement reflects what they say matters most, and for anyone ready to ask: In this moment, who do I want to be?Key Takeaways💡 Leadership starts with leading yourself—it happens everywhere: You don't need a management title to be a leader. Leadership shows up in your kitchen, with your family, in how you respond to stress. If you're not intentional about leading yourself, you'll be managed by other people's priorities and habits, pulled along without direction.💡 Ask others about your strengths—you can't see them clearly yourself: Miki asked her teenage daughter "What are my strengths?" and received a life-changing answer: "You have simple solutions to complex situations." We dismiss compliments or assume everyone has our gifts. Ask at least three people who know you well what your strengths are—the answers will surprise and empower you.💡 Clarify who you want to BE, not just what you want to DO: We spend enormous energy on what we want to accomplish but rarely ask who we want to be. When your values, priorities, and vision of yourself are clear, decisions become easier—even painful ones—because you have a compass guiding you.💡 Your credit card statement reveals your true priorities: Say family is your priority? Check your calendar and bank statement. We rationalize that we'll "someday" focus on what matters, but operationalizing your values means your actions actually align with what you say is important.Resources: Core LeadershipThe 6 Types of Working Genius

What does it take to walk away from 15 years at a prestigious company like IBM when you're ambitious, driven, and have two young children at home? In this deeply practical conversation, Laura Rotter sits down with Lisa Cassidy—former IBM consultant and organizational change specialist—who shares her journey of taking what she calls a "power pause" to recenter herself and her family after feeling stretched too thin.Lisa grew up in a log cabin in rural Maryland, where her parents made intentional choices about money—no mortgage, modest vacations, but heavy investment in education. Those early lessons about values over lifestyle gave her the foundation to make bold decisions decades later. After spending her twenties exploring three different industries in three different cities, earning her MBA, and building a successful 15-year consulting career, Lisa heard a quiet voice saying "you're doing too much." With the support of her husband David, she made the intentional decision to resign—but not before taking a leave of absence to ensure she was making the choice from a place of calm, not chaos.This episode is essential listening for any woman who feels like she's barely keeping her head above water, any parent trying to balance career and family, or anyone wondering if it's possible to pause without losing momentum. Lisa shares the financial preparation that made her pause possible, the questions she and her husband answered together to align on money values, and why success is really about the ability to choose how you spend your time.💡 Education as generational wealth can enable life choices: Lisa's parents lived in a small home without a mortgage and skipped fancy vacations to invest heavily in their daughters' education—including boarding school and college. This pattern, passed down from her grandfather paying for her father's law school, gave Lisa the foundation to later afford her own power pause.💡 Know yourself before you know your next role: Through exploring three different industries in three different cities in her twenties, Lisa learned that relationships and variety were more important to her than any specific field. Knowing what motivates you—not just what sounds impressive—is critical to long-term career satisfaction.💡 One in three working women will pause in the next two years: According to The Power Pause by Neha Ruch, one in three women currently working will pause their careers in the next two years, and 90% will return. You're not alone if you're considering this.💡 Make the decision from calm, not chaos: Lisa took a leave of absence before resigning to ensure she was making the choice from a centered place, not from burnout. She worked with a coach, journaled extensively, and had deep conversations with her husband about money values before taking the leap.💡 Success is the ability to choose how you spend your time: By buying a small house in Maine where cost of living is lower, sending kids to public school, and being intentional about expenses, Lisa and her husband created the financial flexibility to have choices. Money enables choice, but choice is the real measure of success.Connect with Lisa:LinkedInResources:The Power PauseSuzy Welch Podcast

What happens when a seasoned finance professional with an MBA and 26 years in construction loses nearly $2 million to a Ponzi scheme? In this candid and empowering conversation, Laura Rotter sits down with Lauri Kibby—Managing Partner at Seleen Brighthouse real estate investment fund—who turned one of her most devastating financial mistakes into a mission to educate and empower women investors.Lauri's journey from growing up with money as a "weapon" (despite living an upper-middle-class life) to becoming a successful entrepreneur and developer reveals powerful lessons about financial resilience, self-trust, and the importance of knowing your complete financial picture. After discovering she'd been caught in a Ponzi scheme in 2023—lured by greed and the failure to trust her own gut instincts—Lauri didn't hide in shame. Instead, she founded Seleen Brighthouse to provide women access to real estate investment opportunities typically reserved for the ultra-wealthy, along with the education and community they need to become sophisticated investors.This episode is essential listening for any woman who wants to take full ownership of her financial life, whether you're preparing for the great wealth transfer, managing an inheritance, or simply ready to stop outsourcing your financial decisions. Lauri shares why women need to look beyond the two-year horizon, how to build fundamental self-trust that creates wealth, and why knowing your net worth is one of the most empowering things you can do for yourself.Key Takeaways💡 Even finance professionals fall for scams—and that's the point: Lauri, with her MBA and decades of investment experience, lost $2 million to a Ponzi scheme because greed overrode her gut instincts. If it can happen to her, it can happen to anyone. The antidote is education, community, due diligence, and trusting the "pit in your stomach" when something feels off.💡 Most women don't know their true net worth—and that's disempowering: Women often can't name all their assets, forget about old 401(k)s, and don't have a consolidated view of their financial picture. Knowing your complete balance sheet—assets and liabilities—is incredibly empowering and usually reveals you're worth more than you think.💡 True financial success comes from daily impact, not account balances: After comparing herself to ultra-wealthy family members for years, Lauri redefined success as the impact she makes in relationships every day. Better relationships lead to better decisions, which lead to better financial outcomes—not the other way around. And fundamentally, most people have always been okay, which should give us power to do big things without fear.Connect with Lauri:WebsiteLinkedInStay connected:Connect with Laura on LinkedIn@Rotters5 on XConnect with Laura on FacebookSubscribe to my YouTube channelSubscribe to my newsletterDisclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast does not constitute accounting, legal, tax, investment or financial advice. It’s for informational purposes only.

What does it take to shift from surviving to thriving when life throws you the unthinkable? In this deeply moving conversation, Laura Rotter sits down with Leisa Peterson—former financial advisor, bestselling author, and mindful money coach—who shares her extraordinary journey from childhood poverty and financial trauma to building wealth, surviving a mass shooting, and ultimately discovering that true success isn't measured by the numbers in your account.Leisa grew up in the poorest county in New York State, hiding from bill collectors and watching her family's car get repossessed. Yet she became skilled at building wealth from a young age—driven by fear of repeating her parents' struggles. After two decades as a successful financial advisor, a life-altering tragedy during a mass shooting forced her to confront a profound question: "What am I really here to do?" The answer led her to walk away from financial security to start a coaching practice focused on the inner relationship people have with money—not just the spreadsheets and investment returns.This conversation is essential listening for any woman who has achieved external success but still feels controlled by scarcity, or anyone navigating a major life transition and questioning whether they're worthy of pursuing their heart's desires. Leisa shares her powerful AWAKE framework for moving through difficult transitions, why mindfulness alone isn't enough when it comes to money, and how clarity about your financial plan brings more peace than any amount of wealth accumulation.Guest BioLeisa Peterson is a bestselling author, former financial advisor, and mindful money coach who helps people transform their relationship with money from the inside out. After spending two decades building wealth and advising clients as a financial professional, Leisa survived a mass shooting in 2014 that changed the trajectory of her life. The experience led her to walk away from financial security and start a coaching practice focused on helping people understand the intersection of money, mindfulness, and meaning. She is the author of The Mindful Millionaire, which has become a bestseller displayed alongside classic money books at Barnes & Noble nationwide, and The Money Catalyst, a fictional parable with journaling prompts designed to help readers explore their money stories. Leisa has been featured on Huffington Post (where she started her writing journey after a chance meeting with Arianna Huffington) and speaks internationally about conscious wealth building, financial trauma, and the importance of understanding both the practical and emotional aspects of money. She lives in Sedona, Arizona with her husband and has been practicing daily meditation since 1999.Key Takeaways💡 Early money trauma shapes lifelong patterns—but awareness can change them: Growing up with bill collectors calling, car repossessions, and a parent dealing drugs created deep scarcity patterns in Leisa. Even after building significant wealth, she discovered she didn't have a healthy relationship with money. Recognizing this disconnect was the first step to healing.💡 You can be good with money and still not have a healthy relationship with it: Leisa was excellent at building wealth from a young age—saving, investing, and achieving financial success. But external success doesn't equal internal peace. Many people who are financially secure still operate from scarcity and fear rather than abundance and freedom.💡 Worthiness is often the hidden barrier to pursuing your dreams: When Leisa spoke to a group about her life transition, a woman asked how to make big changes without waiting for tragedy. Leisa's answer: "The challenge was about worthiness, pure and simple. What is your relationship to being worthy of allowing yourself to pursue your heart's desires?"💡 Mindfulness and money need integration, not compartmentalization: Despite meditating daily since 1999, Leisa realized she was compartmentalizing money and skipping over it in her mindfulness practice. True transformation requires bringing conscious awareness to your financial life, not just your meditation cushion.Connect with Leisa:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leisapeterson/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leisapeterson/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leisapeterson/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/wealthclinicBooks: The Mindful MillionaireThe Money CatalystWebsite: WealthClinic.com Stay connected:Connect with Laura on LinkedIn@Rotters5 on XConnect with Laura on FacebookSubscribe to my YouTube channelSubscribe to my newsletterGet your free copy of Unlock Your Money Blocks Workbook: Your step-by-step guide to unlocking your blocks to financial freedom.Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast does not constitute accounting, legal, tax, investment or financial advice. It’s for informational purposes only. You should seek appropriate professional advice for your specific information.

What if success isn't measured by revenue milestones, but by satisfaction—the beautiful integration of impact, profit, and pleasure? In this conversation, Laura Rotter sits down with Rachel Anzalone, a sustainable growth advisor and satisfaction strategist who helps purpose-driven entrepreneurs build businesses that honor both their mission and their wellbeing.Rachel's journey from growing up in the poorest county in New York State to managing 350 people in the restaurant industry to building a thriving entrepreneurial career is a masterclass in following your energy rather than a predetermined path. After reaching her breaking point working grueling hours in corporate hospitality, Rachel discovered that the "hustle harder" mentality doesn't have to define entrepreneurship—and in fact, it's often what burns entrepreneurs out fastest.This episode is essential listening for any woman entrepreneur who's tired of choosing between success and sanity, impact and income, ambition and ease. Rachel shares her revolutionary framework for building sustainable businesses that integrate three critical elements: meaningful impact, healthy profit, and daily pleasure. Whether you're just starting your entrepreneurial journey or ready to redesign an existing business that's draining you, this conversation offers a blueprint for creating work you can love for the long haul.Guest BioRachel Anzalone is a sustainable growth advisor, thought partner, and satisfaction strategist who guides purpose-driven entrepreneurs to expand their impact and profitability without compromising wellbeing. With 25 years of diverse business expertise spanning entrepreneurship, corporate leadership, and digital marketing, Rachel has developed a unique approach that blends strategic excellence with soul-aligned satisfaction. After spending years in the restaurant industry managing hundreds of employees and opening multiple locations, she pivoted to building her own wellness business and eventually evolved into supporting entrepreneurs behind the scenes with marketing strategy, operations, and coaching. Rachel has worked with leaders across the personal development, holistic wellness, and mindfulness industries, and once found herself directing a video shoot in the living room of Lisa Nichols from The Secret—a full-circle moment from when she first discovered the Law of Attraction. She is passionate about helping entrepreneurs—especially women over 40—build businesses they can sustain and enjoy for decades, not just years.Key Takeaways💡Success in chaos doesn't mean chaos is sustainable: Rachel thrived in the high-pressure restaurant industry precisely because she loved being busy, challenged, and in constant change. But thriving doesn't mean it's sustainable—knowing when to walk away from what you're good at to preserve your wellbeing is crucial.💡 The path isn't always linear—and that's okay: From art school to philosophy to international studies to restaurant management to holistic wellness to online business coaching—Rachel's winding path eventually came together to create her unique expertise. Trust that your experiences are building toward something, even when you can't see the full picture yet.💡 Heart-centered businesses need heart-centered operations: There's often a disconnect between what conscious entrepreneurs teach (mindfulness, balance, holistic living) and how they run their businesses (hustle, grind, maximize productivity). True alignment means bringing your values into every aspect of your business—including operations and team management.💡 Satisfaction beats revenue as a success metric: Rachel worked with multimillion-dollar businesses that were less profitable and less enjoyable than smaller boutique businesses. Real success isn't a specific dollar amount—it's the integration of meaningful impact, sustainable profit, and daily pleasure in how you're living and working.Connect with Rachel:FacebookLinkedInInstagramWebsiteFree resources: Pleasure & Profits podcast Stay connected:Connect with Laura on LinkedIn@Rotters5 on XConnect with Laura on FacebookSubscribe to my YouTube channelSubscribe to my newsletterGet your free copy of Unlock Your Money Blocks Workbook: Your step-by-step guide to unlocking your blocks to financial freedom.Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast does not constitute accounting, legal, tax, investment or financial advice. It’s for informational purposes only. You should seek appropriate professional advice for your specific information.

Are you feeling that quiet whisper—or loud roar—telling you it's time for a change? In this powerful conversation, Laura Rotter welcomes back career transition and executive coach Laurie Hirsch Schulz to explore how women at midlife can recognize and navigate the inflection points that signal it's time for something new.Laurie shares her journey of leaving a successful 25-year corporate marketing career when the work no longer aligned with her core values of collaboration and connectivity. After negotiating her own exit package and taking what she calls a "reboot year," she discovered coaching and built a thriving practice helping professionals at their own crossroads. But this episode isn't just about dramatic career pivots—it's about recognizing that we don't have to settle for "okay" and that discomfort is often where the magic happens.Whether you're feeling burnt out, bored, or simply sensing that there must be more, this episode offers practical wisdom for building what Laurie calls your "personal compass"—a framework of values, superpowers, and purpose that helps you navigate the "shoulds" and make purposeful choices aligned with who you truly are. Essential listening for any woman ready to stop settling and start exploring what's next.About Laurie: Laurie Hirsch Schulz is a Career Transition and Executive Coach who partners with professionals and executives at inflection points to gain clarity on what's next in their careers and lives. After spending nearly 25 years in corporate marketing strategy roles with Fortune 500 companies (including two years in Switzerland), Laurie made her own pivot when her work no longer aligned with her personal values. She took a "reboot year" to get clear on her purpose, earned her coaching certification, and launched her practice helping others do the same. Laurie specializes in working with women leaders, nonprofit executives, and professionals navigating transitions. She is also president of a nonprofit board working with teens to help them find their own personal voice and power. Laurie is a graduate of Leadership Westchester and believes deeply in experimentation, service, and the power of building your personal compass to navigate life's choices.Key Takeaways:💡 Inflection points deserve respect—whether they're loud or quiet: The whisper telling you something needs to change is just as valid as a dramatic life event. Pay attention when you feel bored, unsettled, or disengaged—these are signals worth exploring, not dismissing.💡 Discomfort is where the magic happens: When you're stretching beyond your comfort zone, that's when you learn the most and build confidence. The discomfort may feel hard in the moment, but the growth and empowerment on the other side make it worthwhile.💡 Build your personal compass to navigate the "shoulds": Get crystal clear on your non-negotiable values, what lights you up, what drains you, and your unique superpowers. This compass becomes your framework for making purposeful choices rather than being driven by external expectations or cultural norms about what you "should" do.💡 Experimentation beats paralysis: You don't have to quit your job to explore new directions. Take on different projects at work, volunteer in areas that interest you, have curiosity conversations with people doing work you admire. Small experiments build confidence, experience, and network—creating a stronger foundation for bigger moves.Connect with Laurie:LinkedInFacebookInstagramWebsiteFree resource: Complimentary Consultation Stay connected:Connect with Laura on LinkedIn@Rotters5 on XConnect with Laura on FacebookSubscribe to my YouTube channelSubscribe to my newsletterGet your free copy of Unlock Your Money Blocks Workbook: Your step-by-step guide to unlocking your blocks to financial freedom.Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast does not constitute accounting, legal, tax, investment or financial advice. It’s for informational purposes only. You should seek appropriate professional advice for your specific information.

What if the key to financial wellness isn't just about budgets and spreadsheets, but about healing your relationship with money itself? In this episode, Laura Rotter sits down with Constance McConnell, a licensed clinical social worker, certified financial social worker, and financial therapist who specializes in helping people navigate the emotional side of money during major life transitions.Constance shares her journey from being the oldest of four children who creatively funded her own college education to building a successful real estate portfolio with her husband through strategic "house hacking." But more importantly, she reveals how our childhood money stories shape our adult financial behaviors—and how we can rewrite those stories to create healthier relationships with money.This conversation is essential listening for any woman in midlife who feels overwhelmed by money, struggles with financial scarcity despite having "enough," or is navigating a major life transition. Constance's holistic approach reminds us that true wealth isn't just about numbers—it's about achieving balance across all areas of life: financial health, physical health, mental wellbeing, relationships, and time freedom.Constance McConnell, LCSW is a licensed clinical social worker, certified financial social worker, and financial therapist who specializes in helping adults navigate major life transitions and improve their relationship with money. With 13 years of clinical experience, she has worked in school settings, behavioral health, and private practice. Most of her clients are part of historically marginalized communities including BIPOC, women, and LGBTQ+ individuals. Constance is also an entrepreneur and real estate investor who practices what she preaches about using money as a tool for freedom. She offers virtual therapy, coaching, and psychological evaluations, and is passionate about helping clients develop holistic approaches to wealth and wellbeing.Key Takeaways💡 Your childhood money story shapes your adult relationship with money: How your family talked about (or didn't talk about) money, whether you felt secure or scarce, and what you witnessed growing up profoundly impacts your financial behaviors and beliefs as an adult. Understanding these stories is the first step to healing.💡 Money is a tool, not the goal: Financial security matters, but true wealth includes physical health, mental wellbeing, strong relationships, and time freedom. Using money strategically can free up time for experiences and people you love—that's when money becomes most valuable.💡 Financial scarcity is often psychological, not numerical: Many people who are financially secure on paper still feel like they'll "never have enough." Working through these deep-seated beliefs with a financial therapist can unlock freedom and confidence to actually enjoy your money.Connect with Constance:FacebookLinkedInInstagramWebsiteFree consultation Stay connected:Connect with Laura on LinkedIn@Rotters5 on XConnect with Laura on FacebookSubscribe to my YouTube channelSubscribe to my newsletterGet your free copy of Unlock Your Money Blocks Workbook: Your step-by-step guide to unlocking your blocks to financial freedom.Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast does not constitute accounting, legal, tax, investment or financial advice. It’s for informational purposes only. You should seek appropriate professional advice for your specific information.

What happens when you lose everything you thought defined success? In this inspiring episode, Laura Rotter sits down with Terry Kirk—retired attorney, startup investor, and debut novelist—to explore how life's biggest setbacks can become catalysts for profound personal growth.Terry shares her remarkable journey from being a high-powered litigation attorney to becoming an author of historical fiction novels centered on major financial events. Through the lens of her debut novel Pitfall, set during the 1929 stock market crash, Terry reveals the universal truth she discovered through decades of working with clients facing devastating losses: every setback contains the seeds of redemption and transformation.This conversation is essential listening for any woman navigating midlife transitions—whether you're recovering from divorce, contemplating retirement, or reimagining what success truly means. Terry's story proves that it's never too late to pursue your passion and redefine success on your own terms.About Terry: Terry Kirk is a retired attorney with decades of experience in litigation, corporate law, and startup investing. After spending 13 years as a courtroom litigator and later transitioning to work with tech startups and corporate financing, Terry became a founder and CEO before retiring to pursue her childhood dream of writing. Her debut historical fiction novel Pitfall was published in 2025, with her second book Plunder set to release soon. Terry's work focuses on making finance accessible and engaging for women through compelling storytelling about pivotal financial moments in history.Key takeaways:💡 Every loss contains opportunity for redemption: Through her legal career working with hundreds of clients facing major setbacks, Terry discovered that those who reflect on their role in their challenges and embrace growth can find themselves eventually in a much better place.💡 Financial security matters, but passion is what fulfills: While Terry acknowledges that financial stability is important (especially after experiencing financial insecurity during divorce), she's learned that true success comes from pursuing your passions.💡 Discipline creates space for creativity: Writing a novel requires dedication—Terry commits to four hours of writing daily. She emphasizes the importance of having a dedicated writing space free from distractions and treating writing like the serious work it is.💡 Childhood experiences shape our money stories differently: Despite growing up in the same "Goldilocks" middle-class family, Terry and her five siblings developed vastly different relationships with money—from pursuing wealth to living off the grid—proving that our interpretations of childhood experiences are deeply personal.Get in touch with Terry:FacebookLinkedInWebsitePurchase Terry's book: Pitfall Stay connected:Connect with Laura on LinkedIn@Rotters5 on XConnect with Laura on FacebookSubscribe to my YouTube channelSubscribe to my newsletterGet your free copy of Unlock Your Money Blocks Workbook: Your step-by-step guide to unlocking your blocks to financial freedom.Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast does not constitute accounting, legal, tax, investment or financial advice. It’s for informational purposes only. You should seek appropriate professional advice for your specific information.

In this episode, I speak with Nancy Taylor, founder of Taylor Educational Advocacy, a former school psychologist, and a dedicated coach for parents and families. Nancy shares her powerful midlife reinvention story—from working within the stressful school system to creating her own business that allows her the freedom, balance, and autonomy she values most.Nancy opens up about the importance of redefining success as a woman in midlife, shifting from external validation to pursuing autonomy, creativity, and meaningful impact. Her story offers inspiration for women navigating life transitions, whether that’s a new career, an empty nest, or rebuilding after divorce.If you’re ready to step into the next chapter of your life with courage and clarity, this episode will give you the insight and encouragement you need.About Nancy:Nancy Taylor is the founder of Taylor Educational Advocacy, where she helps families create effective, personalized plans so children can thrive in school and beyond. With more than 30 years of experience as a school psychologist and administrator, Nancy has guided thousands of parents, students, and educators through complex challenges. In midlife, she courageously transitioned out of the traditional school system to launch her own advocacy practice—allowing her to design a career aligned with her values of balance, autonomy, and purpose. Today, Nancy combines her expertise with her passion for coaching, helping families, young adults, and women in transition discover strategies that work and pathways that inspire.Key takeaways:💡Redefine Success on Your Terms: Midlife is the perfect time to evolve your definition of success—from chasing external validation or job titles to prioritizing autonomy, creativity, and joy in daily life.💡 Your Past Doesn’t Limit Your Future: Even if you started in a stable but unfulfilling career, you can pivot in midlife. Nancy’s story shows that it’s possible to transition from a traditional system into building a meaningful business that aligns with your values.💡 Balance Matters More Than “More”: It’s not always about earning more money—it’s about wisely balancing money, time, and energy to create a life that truly reflects what you value: health, family, and meaningful contribution.Get in touch with Nancy:FacebookLinkedInInstagramWebsite Stay connected:Connect with Laura on LinkedIn@Rotters5 on XConnect with Laura on FacebookSubscribe to my YouTube channelSubscribe to my newsletterGet your free copy of Unlock Your Money Blocks Workbook: Your step-by-step guide to unlocking your blocks to financial freedom.Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast does not constitute accounting, legal, tax, investment or financial advice. It’s for informational purposes only. You should seek appropriate professional advice for your specific information.

Ready to tap into your inner wisdom and unleash your power to create abundance? Listen to this inspiring conversation with Monika Sawyer, intuitive life coach and healer. Monika's journey, from immigrating to the US from Poland to thriving in the high-tech world and now empowering women through coaching, is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. This episode is a must-listen for any woman in midlife seeking to navigate career transitions, divorce, or other life challenges with grace and confidence. Discover how reconnecting with your essence, cultivating self-love, and embracing your intuition can unlock your potential and create a life of joy, purpose, and abundance.In this episode, Monika shares her personal story of resilience and transformation, offering powerful insights into the importance of self-discovery, healing, and embracing your intuition. She discusses the challenges and triumphs of navigating a career change, the power of mindset and embodiment, and how to tap into your inner wisdom to create the life you desire. Discover how micro-shifts in perspective and a deep connection to your essence can unlock your potential and lead you to a life of greater purpose, joy, and abundance.About Monika: Monika Sawyer is an intuitive life coach and healer with a diverse background in high-tech consulting and a deep passion for empowering women. Her own experiences with overcoming adversity, including a cancer diagnosis, have shaped her unique approach to healing and transformation. Monika's coaching combines practical strategies with intuitive guidance, helping women reconnect with their inner strength, cultivate self-love, and create lives of abundance in all areas.Key Takeaways:💡 Intuition and Empowerment: Learn how to tap into your intuition and unleash your inner power.💡 Healing and Transformation: Discover the importance of self-love and compassion in the healing process.💡 Reconnecting with Your Essence: Discover how to reconnect with your authentic self and live a life of purpose.Connect with Monika:FacebookLinkedInInstagramWebsite Stay connected:Connect with Laura on LinkedIn@Rotters5 on XConnect with Laura on FacebookSubscribe to my YouTube channelSubscribe to my newsletterGet your free copy of Unlock Your Money Blocks Workbook: Your step-by-step guide to unlocking your blocks to financial freedom.Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast does not constitute accounting, legal, tax, investment or financial advice. It’s for informational purposes only. You should seek appropriate professional advice for your specific information.

Dreaming of ditching the soul-crushing 9-to-5 and designing a life of freedom and flexibility? Then get ready to be inspired by Molly Rose Speed, founder of the Virtual Assistant Academy and Virtual Assistant Management, Molly’s journey from corporate finance to successful entrepreneur is a testament to the power of embracing change and creating a career that truly aligns with your values. Whether you're a military spouse, a mom seeking work-life balance, or a woman in midlife navigating a career transition or divorce, this episode offers a practical roadmap to building a fulfilling and flexible career as a virtual assistant. Listen in and discover how you can ditch the cubicle, embrace your entrepreneurial spirit, and create a life you love.In this episode, Molly Rose shares her personal journey and insights into the world of virtual assistants. She discusses the importance of clear communication between VAs and business owners, the skills that make a great assistant, and how to find the perfect match. She also reveals the financial realities of starting a VA business, the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship, and how her definition of success has evolved over time. Get ready to be inspired, informed, and empowered to take control of your career and design your dream life.About Molly Rose: Molly Rose Speed is a passionate advocate for remote work and the transformative power of virtual assistants. Through her certification programs and boutique placement agency, she's empowered hundreds of individuals, particularly military spouses and moms, to build successful and flexible careers. Molly is living proof that you can create a thriving career on your own terms.Key Takeaways:💡 Career Freedom: Discover the possibilities of a flexible and fulfilling career as a virtual assistant.💡 Work-Life Balance Explore how a VA career can empower you to create better work-life balance and prioritize your personal life.💡 Entrepreneurial Mindset: Gain insights into building a successful business as a VA or hiring a VA for your business.💡 Communication and Collaboration: Understand the importance of clear communication and effective collaboration in the virtual workspace.Connect with Molly on FacebookConnect with Molly on LinkedInConnect with Molly on InstagramWebsite. Stay connected:Connect with Laura on LinkedIn@Rotters5 on XConnect with Laura on FacebookSubscribe to my YouTube channelSubscribe to my newsletterGet your free copy of Unlock Your Money Blocks Workbook: Your step-by-step guide to unlocking your blocks to financial freedom.Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast does not constitute accounting, legal, tax, investment or financial advice. It’s for informational purposes only. You should seek appropriate professional advice for your specific information.

Are you feeling overwhelmed and stressed? Craving more ease, joy, and resilience in your life? Then take a deep breath and join us for a soul-soothing conversation with Monica Bodurka, resilience expert, executive coach, and author of A New Way to Be. Monica's gentle wisdom and practical micro-practices will help you navigate the storms of midlife with grace and find your center amidst the chaos. Whether you're facing a career crossroads, relationship shifts, or simply seeking a more fulfilling life, this episode offers a refreshing perspective on embracing change and cultivating inner peace. Listen in and discover how a few simple breaths can transform your life.In this episode, Monica shares her personal journey from striving for external validation to embracing a life of joy and ease. She explores the impact of family money stories on our relationship with abundance, the importance of aligning your work with your values, and how to break free from the hustle culture that leaves so many women feeling depleted. Discover the power of micro-practices, the transformative magic of breathwork, and how to cultivate resilience not through grit and pushing through, but through presence, self-compassion, and a deep connection to your inner wisdom.Key Takeaways:💡 Midlife Resilience: Learn how to navigate the unique challenges of midlife with grace and resilience.💡 Stress Management: Discover practical micro-practices for managing stress and overwhelm in daily life.💡 Breathwork for Well-being: Explore the transformative power of breathwork for calming the nervous system and cultivating inner peace.About Monica: Monica Bodurka is a passionate advocate for well-being and resilience. As co-founder of the Leadership Wellness Group and a seasoned executive coach, she brings a wealth of experience to guiding individuals and organizations towards thriving. Her holistic approach, integrating elements of yoga therapy, breathwork, and mindfulness, offers a unique and powerful path to navigating the challenges of modern life. Monica's book, A New Way to Be, provides practical tools and micro-practices for cultivating resilience and finding ease in every moment.Get in touch with Monica:FacebookLinkedinInstagramWebsiteMonica's book: A New Way To BeFree Guide to Coaching ResilienceFree 3-Day Reset Stay connected:Connect with Laura on LinkedIn@Rotters5 on XConnect with Laura on FacebookSubscribe to my YouTube channelSubscribe to my newsletterGet your free copy of Unlock Your Money Blocks Workbook: Your step-by-step guide to unlocking your blocks to financial freedom.Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast does not constitute accounting, legal, tax, investment or financial advice. It’s for informational purposes only. You should seek appropriate professional advice for your specific information.

Ready to ditch the self-doubt and unleash your inner career badass? Join us for a real, raw, and inspiring conversation with Torriel Harris, the career coach who is helping women rewrite their career stories and create lives they truly love.Torriel's expert insight and personal journey, filled with both epic wins and face-plant fails, will resonate with any woman who's ever felt lost, stuck, or just plain over it in her career. This isn't your average career advice – this is a soul-stirring call to action to embrace your dopeness, command the room, and build a career that fuels your fire. Listen in – because you deserve a career that lights you up, not burns you out.This episode dives deep into the nitty-gritty of career transformation, exploring everything from slaying the resume game (which, by the way, Torriel hates) to mastering the art of the interview, and building unshakeable confidence. Torriel shares her unique perspective on the current job market chaos, the power (and pitfalls) of networking, and why motivation alone just isn't enough to create lasting change. Get ready to ditch the limiting beliefs, embrace your inner badass, and build a career that sets your soul on fire.Key Takeaways:💡 Career Clarity: Gain insights into identifying your strengths, passions, and ideal career path.💡 Effective Communication: Learn how to articulate your value, accomplishments, and career goals with confidence.💡 Sustainable Growth: Discover strategies for building sustainable habits and maintaining motivation throughout your career journey.💡 Navigating the Job Market: Gain practical tips for navigating the current job market and standing out from the competition.Connect with Torriel:LinkedInWebsiteFree resources: Sign up for The Confidence LoungueFree Career Resources Stay connected with Laura:Connect with Laura on LinkedIn@Rotters5 on XConnect with Laura on FacebookSubscribe to my YouTube channelSubscribe to my newsletterGet your free copy of Unlock Your Money Blocks Workbook: Your step-by-step guide to unlocking your blocks to financial freedom.Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast does not constitute accounting, legal, tax, investment or financial advice. It’s for informational purposes only. You should seek appropriate professional advice for your specific information.

Are you a woman in midlife seeking financial clarity and empowerment? Join us for an inspiring conversation with Dr. Annie Cole, Ed.D., money coach and financial educator, as she shares her journey from burnout to building a thriving business and achieving financial freedom. Annie's story offers practical advice and valuable insights for women navigating midlife transitions and seeking to master their finances.Annie’s passion for empowering women stems from her own personal experiences with financial challenges and career transitions. In her twenties, she struggled with burnout as a social worker on a low salary. Determined to create a better future, she embarked on a journey of self-education and financial growth, eventually climbing the corporate ladder to a Vice President role while simultaneously building a substantial real estate portfolio and achieving early financial independence. Her personal transformation inspired her to launch Money Essentials for Women, where she now helps other women achieve their financial goals and live more fulfilling lives.This episode explores the importance of financial planning for women in midlife, addressing topics such as budgeting, debt payoff, investing, and building wealth. Annie shares her personal experience of overcoming financial challenges early in her career and how she achieved significant financial milestones by her thirties. She emphasizes the importance of mindset shifts, value-based budgeting, and aligning spending with personal values.Key Takeaways: 💡 Value-Based Budgeting: Discover the power of aligning your spending with your values and achieving financial freedom.💡 Investing for the Future: Explore different investment strategies and how to make your money work for you.💡 Finding Your Financial Team: Discover the importance of building a supportive network of financial professionals.Connect with Annie:https://www.linkedin.com/company/money-essentials-for-womenhttps://www.instagram.com/build.wealth.with.annie/Website: Money Essentials For WomenBook: 101 Ways to Build Wealth Stay connected with Laura:Connect with Laura on LinkedIn@Rotters5 on XConnect with Laura on FacebookSubscribe to my YouTube channelSubscribe to my newsletterGet your free copy of Unlock Your Money Blocks Workbook: Your step-by-step guide to unlocking your blocks to financial freedom.Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast does not constitute accounting, legal, tax, investment or financial advice. It’s for informational purposes only. You should seek appropriate professional advice for your specific information.

Are you struggling with scarcity and feeling unfulfilled, even when you've achieved external success? Join us for an inspiring conversation with Scarlett Stanhope, "The Biz Hippie," as she shares her insights on transforming your relationship with money and creating a life of empowered abundance. Listen as Scarlett reveals her personal journey from a childhood of financial limitations to building a successful coaching business rooted in authenticity and purpose.Scarlett opens up about the challenges of being raised by a single mom, the early messages she received about money, and the societal pressures that led her to prioritize achievement over fulfillment. She shares how she broke free from the "hamster wheel" of constant striving and embraced a more holistic approach to success. This episode is a must-listen if you are seeking to overcome a scarcity mindset, own your worth, and create a life aligned with your values.Discover how Scarlett's unique blend of tangible money management strategies and powerful coaching techniques helps her clients rewrite their money stories, clear energetic blocks, and step into their most abundant selves. She shares practical advice for building a financial blueprint, aligning your spending with your vision, and cultivating a mindset of empowered abundance. This episode contains valuable insights and actionable steps for women ready to master their money and create lives they truly love.Key Takeaways:💡 Rewriting Your Money Story: Learn how to identify and transform the limiting beliefs that are holding you back from financial abundance.💡 Integrating the Tangible and Intangible: Discover how combining practical money management with mindset work can create lasting change.💡 The Power of Coaching: Learn how coaching can support you in achieving your financial goals and living your best life.Ready to master your money and own your worth? Connect with Scarlett Stanhope for a FREE 30-minute Abundance Activation Session to explore your relationship with money and discover the simplest path to achieving your financial goals. Visit thebizhippie.com/activate to schedule your session today. Connect with Scarlett on Instagram @‌thebizhippie.Book mentioned: Existential Kink, by Carolyn Elliott, PhD Stay connected:Connect with Laura on LinkedIn@Rotters5 on XConnect with Laura on FacebookSubscribe to my YouTube channelSubscribe to my newsletterGet your free copy of Unlock Your Money Blocks Workbook: Your step-by-step guide to unlocking your blocks to financial freedom.Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast does not constitute accounting, legal, tax, investment or financial advice. It’s for informational purposes only. You should seek appropriate professional advice for your specific information.

Are you a woman in midlife feeling stuck on a plateau, yearning for true abundance and happiness? Join us for a powerful conversation with international bestselling author and Chief Energy Leadership Officer, Tammy Cho, as she shares her expert story and insights on breaking through limitations and achieving peak performance. Listen in as Tammy reveals her personal journey from childhood poverty and people-pleasing to finding her true purpose.Tammy opens up about the challenges of growing up with a single dad and the impact of early money stories on her self-worth. She candidly discusses her 20-year career as a nurse, the burnout that led to a health crisis, and the profound awakening that transformed her life. This episode is a must-listen for women seeking to overcome self-sabotage, embrace their authentic selves, and create lives of abundance and joy.Discover how Tammy's unique approach to energy leadership, combined with face and body analysis, helps clients connect with their inner wisdom and unlock their full potential. She shares practical strategies for cultivating self-love, trusting your intuition, and stepping into your power. This episode is packed with valuable advice and inspiring anecdotes for women ready to break free from limiting beliefs and create lives they truly love.Key Takeaways:💡 Overcoming Limiting Beliefs: Learn how to identify and release the negative beliefs that are holding you back from achieving your full potential.💡 The Power of Self-Love: Discover how cultivating self-love and acceptance can transform your relationship with yourself and others.💡 Energy Leadership: Explore Tammy's unique approach to energy leadership and how it can help you achieve peak performance.💡 Face and Body Analysis: Learn how face and body analysis can provide insights into your emotional history and unlock your authentic self.Connect with Tammy:FacebookLinkedInInstagramWebsiteFree resource: Face Analysis Series Stay connected:Connect with Laura on LinkedIn@Rotters5 on XConnect with Laura on FacebookSubscribe to my YouTube channelSubscribe to my newsletterGet your free copy of Unlock Your Money Blocks Workbook: Your step-by-step guide to unlocking your blocks to financial freedom.Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast does not constitute accounting, legal, tax, investment or financial advice. It’s for informational purposes only. You should seek appropriate professional advice for your specific information.

Are you a woman in midlife seeking a career that blends financial independence with personal fulfillment? In this inspiring episode, join luxury real estate broker associate Jessica Asbel as she shares her journey from humble beginnings to building a thriving business in competitive Southwest Florida. Listen in as Jessica details her transition from healthcare administration and insurance sales to luxury real estate, offering practical advice and motivation for anyone considering a career change.Jessica opens up about her family's immigrant experience, the unwavering work ethic instilled by her parents, and the importance of faith and community in shaping her drive. She shares how these early experiences fueled her entrepreneurial spirit and led her to a career where she controls her own destiny. This episode is a must-listen for women seeking inspiration and tactical strategies for navigating career transitions and achieving financial success. Discover how Jessica connects with high-net-worth clients, builds lasting relationships, and manages the daily grind of entrepreneurship. She also reveals her vision for the future, including plans to open her own brokerage.Key Takeaways:💡 The Power of a Strong Work Ethic: Learn how Jessica's upbringing instilled the resilience and drive needed for entrepreneurial success.💡 Embracing Career Transitions: Follow Jessica's path through multiple careers to discover how change can lead to greater fulfillment.💡 Building a Thriving Business from Scratch: Gain practical insights into client connection, marketing, and business growth strategies.💡 The Importance of Relationships: Discover why genuine connections are crucial for long-term success in real estate and beyond.Resources Mentioned:Website: Asbelteam.com Download FREE eBooks, "Selling in Southwest Florida" and "Buying in Southwest Florida."Connect with Jessica:Instagram: _Jessluxuryrealestate_Facebook Stay connected:Connect with Laura on LinkedIn@Rotters5 on XConnect with Laura on FacebookSubscribe to my YouTube channelSubscribe to my newsletterGet your free copy of Unlock Your Money Blocks Workbook: Your step-by-step guide to unlocking your blocks to financial freedom.Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast does not constitute accounting, legal, tax, investment or financial advice. It’s for informational purposes only. You should seek appropriate professional advice for your specific information. 

Are you a high-achieving woman in midlife seeking more fulfilling relationships? Join us for an inspiring conversation with author and heart coach Joelle Lydon as she shares expert insights and her story on navigating the complexities of love and connection. Listen in as Joelle discusses her unique approach to relationship coaching, blending psychology, transformational coaching, and a decade of research into her signature Seven Sacred Steps program.Joelle opens up about her family's complex relationship with money and how those early patterns influenced her own romantic relationships. She candidly shares her journey of self-discovery, including the "Men's Project" that transformed her beliefs about men and led her to find lasting love. This episode is a must-listen for women seeking to break free from frustrating relationship cycles and create pathways of growth, connection, and healing.Discover how Joelle's holistic approach addresses both inner and outer dynamics, offering practical tools to rewire relationship paradigms and invite lasting love. She also discusses the importance of taking personal responsibility, updating your internal operating system, and embracing vulnerability to create deeper intimacy. This episode is packed with valuable advice and inspiring anecdotes for women ready to create more fulfilling relationships.Key Takeaways:💡 The Connection Between Money and Love: Explore the surprising parallels between how we approach finances and relationships.💡 Rewiring Relationship Paradigms: Learn practical tools to shift from frustrating cycles to pathways of growth and connection.💡 Updating Your Internal Operating System: Learn how to retrain your nervous system to respond to present needs, not past patterns.Connect with Joelle:WebsiteInstagramLinkedInFacebookSign Up for Joelle's Art of Relating retreat  Stay connected:Connect with Laura on LinkedIn@Rotters5 on XConnect with Laura on FacebookSubscribe to my YouTube channelSubscribe to my newsletterGet your free copy of Unlock Your Money Blocks Workbook: Your step-by-step guide to unlocking your blocks to financial freedom.Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast does not constitute accounting, legal, tax, investment or financial advice. It’s for informational purposes only. You should seek appropriate professional advice for your specific information.

Are you an entrepreneur or high-achiever yearning for more freedom and flexibility in your life? Join us for an inspiring story with psychotherapist and coach Sarah Leslie, as she shares her insights on breaking through internal barriers to create extraordinary results in business and life. Listen in as Sarah shares her journey and practical tips for mastering self-leadership, releasing self-doubt, and aligning with your deepest desires.Sarah opens up about the money lessons she learned from her parents, and the impact those early experiences had on her career choices. She candidly discusses her 20-year career as a psychotherapist, the burnout she experienced, and the pivotal moment that led her to leave her six-figure job to pursue a more authentic and fulfilling path. This episode is a must-listen for women seeking to create wealth, freedom, and fulfillment on their own terms.Discover how Sarah transitioned from therapist to online coach, building a thriving business that empowers others to achieve their dreams. She shares valuable insights on the importance of self-awareness, spiritual growth, and trusting your intuition. Learn how to overcome limiting beliefs about money and create a life of abundance and joy.Key Takeaways:💡 Breaking Through Internal Barriers: Learn how to identify and overcome the limiting beliefs that are holding you back from achieving your full potential.💡 Mastering Self-Leadership: Gain practical tips for cultivating self-awareness, building confidence, and making empowered decisions.💡 The Power of Intuition: Discover how to connect with your intuition and trust your inner voice to guide you on your path.💡 Creating Wealth and Fulfillment: Learn how to align your passion with your purpose to create a life of both financial abundance and deep fulfillment.Connect with Sarah:WebsiteLinkedInFacebookResources: Free 90 minute consultationMessage Sarah on LinkedIn for info about 6 Month Mastermind beginning June 25th Stay connected:Connect with Laura on LinkedIn@Rotters5 on XConnect with Laura on FacebookSubscribe to my YouTube channelSubscribe to my newsletterGet your free copy of Unlock Your Money Blocks Workbook: Your step-by-step guide to unlocking your blocks to financial freedom.Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast does not constitute accounting, legal, tax, investment or financial advice. It’s for informational purposes only. You should seek appropriate professional advice for your specific information.

Feeling run-down and depleted, dreaming of a life with more pep in your step? Join holistic nutritionist and health coach Denise Kennedy as she shares her powerful transformation from struggling with her own weight to radiating vitality at 70! This episode is a must-listen for women seeking expert insights and practical strategies to boost their energy, find balance, and reignite their joy.Denise reveals the surprising ways her entrepreneurial upbringing influenced her approach to work, resilience, and finding her purpose. She opens up about her personal journey with emotional eating and how she discovered the missing piece: integrating mindset work to achieve lasting change. This episode is filled with actionable advice and relatable stories for women who crave a healthier, more energetic life.Denise also shares her unique coaching method, highlighting the transformative power of personalized guidance, daily check-ins, and habit-building strategies. Discover how her signature three-month program provides the high-touch support women need to create sustainable healthy habits and experience profound shifts in their well-being. She also reveals the secrets to leveraging repetition, replacing unhealthy behaviors, and visualizing your ideal self. Learn how these simple yet effective techniques can help you reclaim your health and unleash your vitality, regardless of your age.Key Takeaways:💡 Overcoming Obstacles: Hear how Denise triumphed over personal health challenges and transformed her relationship with food by embracing mindset work.💡 From Health Educator to Empowerment Guide: Follow Denise's inspiring career path from health educator to building a thriving coaching practice.💡 Habit Hacks for Lasting Change: Understand how to develop sustainable healthy habits through repetition, replacement behaviors, and daily support.💡 Ignite Your Inner Spark: Discover how to cultivate more energy, vitality, and joy at any age through holistic wellness practices.Denise Kennedy, holistic nutritionist and health coach, empowers women to take control of their health and live a life of purpose. Her mission? To guide women on a journey to vibrant health, boundless energy, and lasting joy.InstagramLinkedinFacebookwww.totalwellnessacademy.comFree resources: 5 KEYS TO BUILDING A FORCE FIELD IMMUNE SYSTEMWednesday Wellness Newsletter Stay connected:Connect with Laura on LinkedIn@Rotters5 on XConnect with Laura on FacebookSubscribe to my YouTube channelSubscribe to my newsletterGet your free copy of Unlock Your Money Blocks Workbook: Your step-by-step guide to unlocking your blocks to financial freedom.Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast does not constitute accounting, legal, tax, investment or financial advice. It’s for informational purposes only. You should seek appropriate professional advice for your specific information.Ready to break free from fatigue and step into a life of vitality? Listen now! #MakingChangeWithYourMoney #HolisticHealth #Wellness #Mindset #TrueAbundanceAdvisors

Are you feeling stuck in old patterns and yearning for a more fulfilling life? Join mindset coach Kelly McCausey as she shares her inspiring expert story of transitioning from a raging dumpster fire (her words!) to a life of deliberate joy and personal growth. Listen in and thrive as Kelly offers expert insights from her decades of experience in coaching, healing, and personal development.Kelly reveals how her challenging childhood, marked by abuse and a complicated relationship with money, shaped her early beliefs and behaviors. She candidly discusses the coping mechanisms she developed to survive and how she ultimately transformed those patterns through self-love, faith, and a playful approach to personal growth. This episode is packed with practical advice and inspiring anecdotes for women who crave more freedom and flexibility in their lives.Kelly also shares her unique approach to mindset coaching, inviting listeners to embrace "me skills" – small, playful challenges designed to unlock personal superpowers and foster self-discovery. Discover how these simple yet powerful exercises can help you shift from a fixed mindset to a growth mindset and create a life aligned with your true self. She also shares her insights on abundance, reminding us that there's always a path to having our needs met, no matter where we are in our journey.Key Takeaways:💡 Me Skills for Mindset Mastery: Learn practical and playful exercises to cultivate a growth mindset and unlock your potential.💡 From Fixed Mindset to Growth Mindset: Discover how to shift from limiting beliefs to empowering perspectives and embrace change.💡 The Power of Play: Understand how a playful approach to personal development can lead to profound transformation.Kelly McCausey, mindset coach and creator of the Me Skills method, empowers women to embrace their inner strengths and create a life they love. Her mission? To guide others toward greater fulfillment, freedom, and flexibility through playful self-discovery.Kelly's WebsiteMe Skills PodcastRegister for The Mindset Challenge Stay connected:Connect with Laura on LinkedIn@Rotters5 on XConnect with Laura on FacebookSubscribe to my YouTube channelSubscribe to my newsletterGet your free copy of Unlock Your Money Blocks Workbook: Your step-by-step guide to unlocking your blocks to financial freedom.Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast does not constitute accounting, legal, tax, investment or financial advice. It’s for informational purposes only. You should seek appropriate professional advice for your specific information.Ready to break free from old patterns and step into your power? Listen now! #MakingChangewithYourMoney #Mindset #PersonalGrowth #MeSkills #GrowthMindset #SelfLove #Abundance #Resilience #Freedom #Flexibility #WomensEmpowerment #OvercomingChallenges #FulfillingLife #AuthenticLife #Podcast #Coach #ExpertStory #ExpertInsight #ListenInAndThrive #KellyMcCausey 

Are you a busy woman struggling with fatigue, chronic pain, or brain fog? Dr. Ailina Ismail, a functional medicine doctor, shares her transition from traditional medicine to a holistic approach, finding freedom and flexibility while helping other women reclaim their health.Dr. Ismail explains how her children's autism diagnoses led her to functional medicine. She discusses the challenges of raising two children on the spectrum, including relocating her family from Malaysia to Australia. This episode offers practical advice for women seeking more energy and mental clarity.Dr. Ismail explains functional medicine principles, emphasizing addressing root causes, not just symptoms. She offers tips on sleep, stress management, gut health, and movement. Learn how this approach can improve your well-being.Key Takeaways:💡 Overcoming Challenges: Hear how Dr. Ismail navigated the challenges of raising children with autism and used it as a catalyst for personal and professional growth💡 Building Resilience: Gain practical strategies for building resilience and managing stress through lifestyle changes and simple at-home tests.💡 Reclaiming Your Energy: Discover how to reclaim your energy, vitality, and mental clarity through functional medicine principles.Dr. Ailina Ismail is a Functional Medicine Doctor. She helps busy & ambitious women in their 20s-50’s discover the root causes of their Fatigue, Chronic pain, and Brain fog and helps them overcome them for good so that they can show up in their lives, workplace, and at home with more energy, vitality, and mental clarity.🎧 Listen now and embark on your own journey of transformation!Facebook: FatigueDecoderLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drailina/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_ailina/Website: https://drailina.com/Free resource: https://info.drailina.com/sugardetox Stay connected:Connect with Laura on LinkedIn@Rotters5 on XConnect with Laura on FacebookSubscribe to my YouTube channelSubscribe to my newsletterGet your free copy of Unlock Your Money Blocks Workbook: Your step-by-step guide to unlocking your blocks to financial freedom.Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast does not constitute accounting, legal, tax, investment or financial advice. It’s for informational purposes only. You should seek appropriate professional advice for your specific information.Listen now!  #FunctionalMedicine #WomensHealth #Fatigue #BrainFog #ChronicPain #RootCauses #HolisticHealth #DrAilinaIsmail

Join us for an inspiring story filled with expert insight as resilience speaker and positive intelligence expert Dorice Horenstein returns to the podcast! Dorice shares her journey from a 30-year career in education to becoming a bestselling author, top thought leader, and entrepreneur embracing freedom and flexibility. This episode is a must-listen for women seeking to make empowered choices, build resilience, and cultivate joy in their lives.Dorice provides a sneak peek into her upcoming book, "CHOOSE: A Six-Step Playbook to Becoming Your Best Self," offering a practical roadmap for navigating life's challenges and making choices that lead to greater fulfillment. She unpacks the CHOOSE acronym, which stands for Clarity, Honoring your feelings, Openness to options, Oneness with yourself, Strategize your success, and Enactment. Each step is designed to empower listeners to become champions in their own lives.Reflecting on her own experience of leaving a secure career to pursue her passion, Dorice emphasizes the importance of intentional decision-making and the power of having a supportive community. She also discusses the interplay between internal, spiritual work and the practical steps of strategizing and enacting your vision. This episode is rich with actionable advice and inspiring anecdotes for women who are ready to step into their power and create lives they love.Key Takeaways:💡 The CHOOSE Method: Learn a six-step playbook for making empowered choices in all areas of your life.💡 From Educator to Entrepreneur: Hear how Dorice transitioned from a secure career to the freedom and flexibility of entrepreneurship.💡 The Power of Choice: Discover how even small choices can have a significant impact on your overall well-being.💡 Building Resilience: Gain practical strategies for navigating challenges and bouncing back from setbacks.💡 Cultivating Joy: Dorice shares her insights on finding joy in the everyday moments and living a life aligned with your purpose.🎧 Listen now and embark on your own journey of transformation!Dorice Horenstein, the Oy to Joy Champion Catalyst, is an international resilience speaker and Positive Intelligence expert who turns theory into action! A best-selling author and Top 25 Global Thought Leader in Coaching (Thinkers360), Dorice empowers individuals and teams to build resilience, clarity, and joy. With 30 years in education and leadership, she has trained organizations like Bonneville Power Administration, CREW, and Standard Insurance. Her dynamic talks at MDRT Dubai, HR Cruise, and BPAA leave lasting impact. Her upcoming book, Choosing to Be a Life Champion, offers a six-step roadmap to thriving in life and work.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Speakerdoricehorenstein/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doricehorenstein/Instagam: https://www.instagram.com/doricehorenstein/Website: https://doricehorenstein.com/Free resource: Choosing CardPreorder book: Choose to be Your Own Champion Stay connected:Connect with Laura on LinkedIn@Rotters5 on TwitterConnect with Laura on FacebookSubscribe to my YouTube channelSubscribe to my newsletterGet your free copy of Unlock Your Money Blocks Workbook: Your step-by-step guide to unlocking your blocks to financial freedom.Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast does not constitute accounting, legal, tax, investment or financial advice. It’s for informational purposes only. You should seek appropriate professional advice for your specific information.

Are you feeling trapped by expectations and struggling to create a life that truly reflects who you are? Join us as life coach and Jungian psychology expert, Shadi Sadeghi, shares her inspiring story of breaking free from cultural conditioning to build a thriving business and a life of purpose.Shadi, the daughter of Iranian immigrants, candidly discusses the challenges she faced growing up with a deep-seated pressure to achieve academic and professional success in traditional fields. She reveals how she navigated the maze of career choices, from medicine to law to international business, before finally discovering her true calling by tuning into her inner voice and embracing the unknown. Listen in and thrive as Shadi shares her expert story and expert insights.After years of searching for her soulmate and feeling the societal pressures of "finding the one," Shadi stumbled upon the world of Jungian psychology and the power of the unconscious mind. This discovery sparked a profound shift, leading her to become a certified life coach and emotion code practitioner. She now empowers women to release limiting beliefs, overcome obstacles, and manifest lives filled with authentic relationships and fulfilling careers.Shadi's bold decision to quit her corporate job and embark on a 10-month solo trip across 10 countries is a testament to her commitment to living a life of freedom and flexibility. She shares how she funded this transformative experience and the invaluable lessons she learned about herself and the world along the way. This episode is packed with practical advice and inspiring anecdotes for women who crave more freedom and flexibility in their lives.Key Takeaways:Overcoming Cultural Conditioning: Hear how Shadi navigated the pressures of immigrant family expectations and forged her own path.The Power of the Unconscious Mind: Discover how understanding the unconscious mind can unlock your potential and help you manifest your desires.Embracing the Unknown: Learn how to let go of the need for control and embrace the uncertainty of life's journey, just like Shadi's solo trip.Finding Your True Calling: Shadi's story inspires listeners to trust their intuition and pursue work that aligns with their values and passions.Freedom and Flexibility: Learn how Shadi created a life of freedom and flexibility by taking risks, prioritizing her well-being, and designing her own unique path.Shadi Sadeghi, certified life coach and emotion code practitioner, guides women all over the world to overcome obstacles and create lives of authenticity and fulfillment. Her mission? To help women break free from conditioning and step into their power.🎧 Listen now and embark on your own journey of transformation!Website: [email protected]: shadi-sadeghiInstagram: thislifefulfilledStay connected:Connect with Laura on LinkedIn@Rotters5 on XConnect with Laura on FacebookSubscribe to my YouTube channelSubscribe to my newsletterGet your free copy of Unlock Your Money Blocks Workbook: Your step-by-step guide to unlocking your blocks to financial freedom.Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast does not constitute accounting, legal, tax, investment or financial advice. It’s for informational purposes only. You should seek appropriate professional advice for your specific information.

Are you ready to take control of your financial future?Bestselling author and financial empowerment expert Barbara Huson shares her powerful journey—from growing up in wealth but financially uninformed, to surviving a devastating marriage with a compulsive gambler, and ultimately transforming into a leading voice in women’s wealth.Barbara reveals why smart women struggle with financial stability—and why it has nothing to do with money itself. Instead, she believes it’s about power, confidence, and breaking free from limiting beliefs. She shares how rewiring your mindset, combining passion with financial savvy, and embracing community can unlock true wealth—both financially and personally.Key Takeaways 💡✔ Rewire Your Money Mindset – Learn how to recognize and shift negative financial beliefs.✔ Own Your Financial Power – Understand why fear of power keeps women from earning what they deserve.✔ Passion + Financial Freedom = Unstoppable Women – Align purpose with smart money habits.✔ The Wealth Connection – How building a support network helps women thrive financially.Barbara Huson, author of Overcoming Underearning and Rewire for Wealth, has helped millions of women gain financial confidence. Her mission? To help women stop playing small and start building lasting wealth.🎧 Listen Now and step into your financial power!Disclaimer: The information shared on this podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute accounting, legal, tax, investment, or financial advice. Please seek professional guidance for your specific situation.

Listen in and thrive as Dr. Meghaan Lurtz, a global expert in the psychology of financial planning, shares her expert insights on financial independence, career reinvention, and the mindset shifts that help women achieve freedom and flexibility.From her upbringing to her groundbreaking research, Meghaan reveals how understanding money as a tool for independence can empower women to fix, fine, and flourish in their financial journeys. Whether you're looking to gain confidence in your finances, embrace new career opportunities, or build lasting wealth, this expert story will inspire you to take control and dream bigger.✨ Key Takeaways:The power of financial independence—why having your own money is essentialHow mindset shapes financial success and personal fulfillmentStrategies for shifting from financial survival to long-term flourishingTune in now and start designing the future you deserve! 🎧🚀Website: https://www.shapingwealth.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meghaanlurtz/X: https://x.com/MeghaanL Stay connected:Connect with Laura on LinkedIn@Rotters5 on TwitterConnect with Laura on FacebookSubscribe to my YouTube channelSubscribe to my newsletterGet your free copy of Unlock Your Money Blocks Workbook: Your step-by-step guide to unlocking your blocks to financial freedom.Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast does not constitute accounting, legal, tax, investment or financial advice. It’s for informational purposes only. You should seek appropriate professional advice for your specific information.

Making the leap from a steady corporate paycheck to business ownership can be daunting—but with the right strategy, it’s absolutely possible. Deb Boulanger, a former tech executive turned expert business coach, shares her expert story of reinvention, resilience, and building a business that empowers women to succeed on their own terms.Growing up in a household where money was tightly controlled, Deb developed a unique perspective on financial independence—one that later fueled her passion for helping women create predictable business growth. She discusses the burnout that led her to reevaluate her path, the role of spirituality and creativity in her transformation, and the strategies she now teaches women looking to transition into entrepreneurship.✨ Key Takeaways:Lean into discomfort—advocating for yourself opens new opportunitiesBe curious—exploring new interests can lead to unexpected career shiftsDo your research—understanding your market and clients is key to successIf you’re ready to break free from corporate life and create a business on your own terms, this episode is for you! 🎧🚀Website: https://lifeaftercorporate.comLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debboulanger-thegreatdo-over/Instagram: https://instagram.com/deb_boulangerFree resources: Pricing CalculatorLife After Corporate ebookPodcast: Life After Corporate Stay connected:Connect with Laura on LinkedIn@Rotters5 on TwitterConnect with Laura on FacebookSubscribe to my YouTube channelSubscribe to my newsletterGet your free copy of Unlock Your Money Blocks Workbook: Your step-by-step guide to unlocking your blocks to financial freedom.Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast does not constitute accounting, legal, tax, investment or financial advice. It’s for informational purposes only. You should seek appropriate professional advice for your specific information.

What does it take to move from being an entrepreneur to becoming the CEO of a thriving, profitable business? Lynne Roe, business consultant and leadership coach, shares her expert story of career transformation, adaptability, and intentional leadership.Growing up in a household where financial independence was a core value, Lynne learned early on the importance of taking charge of her future. Her career journey—from biology to marketing research to leadership coaching—proves that success often requires reassessing goals and embracing new opportunities.Lynne’s expert insights reveal that effective leadership isn’t about doing everything yourself but about empowering others to thrive. She helps business owners shift from overworked entrepreneurs to confident CEOs, ensuring their businesses support the lifestyles they truly want to live.✨ Key Takeaways:Recognize your transferable skills—even in unpaid roles, leadership is developedIdentify patterns in what excites you—passion and purpose can evolve over timeLeadership starts with listening—design your business to align with your ideal lifestyleIf you’re ready to step into your role as a leader and build a business that works for you, this episode is a must-listen! 🎧🚀Website: https://lsrconsultants.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynne-roe-lsrconsultants/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lynne_roe/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LSRconsultantsFree resource: Entrepreneur to CEO AssessmentBook: Leadership in Action: Inspiration for Intentional LeadershipStay connected:Connect with Laura on LinkedIn@Rotters5 on TwitterConnect with Laura on FacebookSubscribe to my YouTube channelSubscribe to my newsletterGet your free copy of Unlock Your Money Blocks Workbook: Your step-by-step guide to unlocking your blocks to financial freedom.Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast does not constitute accounting, legal, tax, investment or financial advice. It’s for informational purposes only. You should seek appropriate professional advice for your specific information.

What happens when your health forces you to rethink your career? Simone Giangiordano, creator of The Power of I Can’t® and BalanceUP®, shares her expert story of leaving a corporate career to build a business that supports both well-being and success.Simone’s journey—from navigating financial struggles to overcoming personal health challenges—highlights the importance of strategic planning, adaptability, and self-defined success. She helps entrepreneurs break free from traditional business pressures and focus on freedom and flexibility, ensuring that growth happens sustainably and in alignment with personal well-being.✨ Key Takeaways:Embrace change—Your career can evolve in ways that align with your needsLifelong learning is key—Every transition is an opportunity to gain new skillsCommunity is everything—Build a strong support system for successDefine success on your terms—Forget arbitrary income goals and focus on what truly mattersIf you’re ready to design a business that supports your health and lifestyle, don’t miss this expert insight from Simone Giangiordano! 🎧💡Website: https://www.simoneg.net/Lnkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simonegiangiordano/Instagram: https://instagram.com/simonegbalanceup/X: https://twitter.com/SimoneGBalanceYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Simone_G Stay connected:Connect with Laura on LinkedIn@Rotters5 on TwitterConnect with Laura on FacebookSubscribe to my YouTube channelSubscribe to my newsletterGet your free copy of Unlock Your Money Blocks Workbook: Your step-by-step guide to unlocking your blocks to financial freedom.Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast does not constitute accounting, legal, tax, investment or financial advice. It’s for informational purposes only. You should seek appropriate professional advice for your specific information.

Can you align your finances with the life you actually want? Marla Sofer, a financial services veteran and founder of Knomee, believes financial wellness starts with self-awareness. In this episode, she shares her entrepreneurial journey, the lessons she learned from her hardworking parents, and why she left powerhouse companies like JP Morgan, BlackRock, and Microsoft to create a more intentional approach to money management.Marla’s app, Knomee, helps users understand their financial identity before making major financial choices—shifting the focus from external expectations to personal fulfillment. Her story is a testament to the power of resilience, self-discovery, and taking bold leaps toward what truly matters.✨ Key Takeaways:Balance isn’t a destination—it’s an ongoing process that evolves with your life.Know yourself first—your values, joys, and future vision should shape your financial plan.Align your actions with your desires—not societal expectations. True success is personal.🎧 Ready to rethink your financial journey? Tune in now for expert insights from Marla Sofer!Website: https://knomee.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marlasofer/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/knomeeapp/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marlassofer Stay connected:Connect with Laura on LinkedIn@Rotters5 on TwitterConnect with Laura on FacebookSubscribe to my YouTube channelSubscribe to my newsletterGet your free copy of Unlock Your Money Blocks Workbook: Your step-by-step guide to unlocking your blocks to financial freedom.Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast does not constitute accounting, legal, tax, investment or financial advice. It’s for informational purposes only. You should seek appropriate professional advice for your specific information.

Lisa Virtue knows what it’s like to navigate career uncertainty and financial challenges. Growing up with financial instability, she learned independence early—landing her first job at 14 and building the skills that would shape her future career. Today, Lisa helps professionals—especially women—overcome self-doubt, embrace career transitions, and land roles at top companies like Google, Meta, and Amazon.In this episode, Lisa shares:How financial scarcity can fuel motivation and resilience.The role confidence and focus play in career growth.Why storytelling is essential in job interviews and networking.The power of intuition and mindset in shaping career success.✨ Key Takeaways:Financial struggles can be a catalyst—early challenges taught Lisa self-sufficiency and leadership.Confidence is built over time—small wins lead to bigger opportunities.Don't spread yourself too thin—focus on your strengths and core goals.Mindset matters—trust your intuition and embrace opportunities.🎧 Tune in now for an inspiring conversation with Lisa Virtue on navigating career transitions with confidence!Website: https://hercareerstudio.comLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisavirtue/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/her.career.studio/ and https://www.instagram.com/lisavirtuecoaching/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100076682882562Podcast: Her Career StudioFree resources: hercareerstudio.com/resources Stay connected:Connect with Laura on LinkedIn@Rotters5 on TwitterConnect with Laura on FacebookSubscribe to my YouTube channelSubscribe to my newsletterGet your free copy of Unlock Your Money Blocks Workbook: Your step-by-step guide to unlocking your blocks to financial freedom.Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast does not constitute accounting, legal, tax, investment or financial advice. It’s for informational purposes only. You should seek appropriate professional advice for your specific information.

Dr. Kristi Tompkins is a functional medicine doctor who specializes in women's health with a focus on supporting women during the sacred transitional years of perimenopause and menopause. Dr. Kristi integrates the principles of Naturopathic and Functional Medicine, Transformational Coaching, the science behind the Mind-Body Connection, and many other teachings. As a Business Coach, Dr. Kristi teaches and empowers women on the importance of up-leveling their physical, mental and spiritual well-being, conscious leadership, spiritual entrepreneurship and the energetics of financial prosperity. Dr. Kristi has received additional training from The Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM), the UC Davis Life & Business Coaching Program, the Inner Health Coalition by Dr. Joe Dispenza, and a diversity of professional mastermind programs – all of which have allowed her to profoundly impact the health and lives of her clients.In this episode, Dr. Kristi  talks to us about her journey from a childhood that was marked by financial instability to becoming a leader in her field. Raised by a single father, Kristi witnessed the struggles and resilience that come with financial inconsistency, shaping her understanding of money's psychology and energetics. Dr. Kristi emphasizes the importance of embracing change, both in her personal career and in helping her clients do the same. She encourages us to be open to new possibilities and not fear change as we transition through different phases of life. Dr. Kristi is also passionate about teaching women the intimate connection between health, well-being, and financial success, advocating for aligning personal values with professional goals.“You struggle and you work hard and it's tough and you don't have to love your job and you're not expected to love it. But I think things are different today and I think you can love your life and you can love your job and your line of work and be of service to people where it's that law of circulation, the giving and receiving, where it's a win, win, win. So it's a win for you, it's a win for the client and it's a win for everybody else around us. And I think it's possible for some people. They find this later in life and that's okay, but I think it's absolutely possible for everybody.”- Dr. Kristi TompkinsKey takeaways:- Understand that compound interest works for you as a saver, but works against you when you take on credit card debt. Kristi shared that when she was younger and in school she used credit card debt to help pay for the extras she desired. She referred to that period as”one of those painful lessons that sometimes keeps coming back.” Ultimately she was able to pay the debt off.- Work with people you love to work with. Often when we start a business we randomly help anyone who wants to work with us, who “gets on our schedule.” Kristi shared that her love for her business was renewed when, in 2021, she got more and more into business coaching about the energetics of money and working with people she really was drawn to work with.- Understand the connection between health and wealth. Kristi’s work integrates financial health and physical health because, as she notes, you can be very healthy physically and benefit from strong relationships but if you’re struggling financially it’s going to take a toll on your body. And if you’re financially abundant but aren’t taking care of your health you won’t have the energy to enjoy the fruits of your labor. - Be open and adaptable to change. Kristi encourages us all to know that we change our minds at any time. We don't have to stay stuck because what we’re doing is familiar and comfortable to us. You will know when you’ve got to fly, to expand, to keep growing, to have a greater impact. You will know when you should follow what your heart has been trying to tell you or communicate with you all along.About the Guest: Dr. Kristi Tompkins is a Naturopathic Medical Doctor who specializes in women's health, with a focus on supporting women during the sacred, transitional years of Perimenopause and Menopause.Integrating the principles of Functional Medicine, Transformational Coaching and Mind-Body Medicine, Dr. Kristi provides her clients with a full evaluation, functional labs and personalized protocols. As a Business Coach, Dr. Kristi teaches women about the intimate connection between health and well-being and business, the essential nature of aligning personal and business values, and the profound energetics of money as it impacts business success and prosperity.Dr. Kristi is a member of Dr. Joe Dispenza’s Inner Health Coalition & hosts the Fire, Soul & Grace Podcast.Website: https://doctorkristi.comLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-kristi-tompkins-9088178/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkristitompkins/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Dr.Kristi.Tompkins/YouTube: https:///www.youtube.com/@drkristitompkinsResources: I have a NEW LIVE Masterclass coming up on November 20th 2024, on The Energetics & Prosperity of Women in Business - listeners & others can register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_nAPZWSnDS06TRteFjHoOvw A NEW Women's Business Group Coaching Program that begins in January 2025 - more details to come later.  Stay connected:Connect with Laura on LinkedIn@Rotters5 on TwitterConnect with Laura on FacebookSubscribe to my YouTube channelSubscribe to my newsletterGet your free copy of Unlock Your Money Blocks Workbook: Your step-by-step guide to unlocking your blocks to financial freedom.Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast does not constitute accounting, legal, tax, investment or financial advice. It’s for informational purposes only. You should seek appropriate professional advice for your specific information.

Carla Salteris is a healer, self-love and energetic alignment coach for midlife women. She has a diverse background in mind, body and soul healing and transformational work. Carla empowers women to let go of the past and line up energetically with new, empowering beliefs that match their desires. She believes that by connecting to your inner guidance system, everything is available to you. In this episode, Carla elaborates on her upbringing and how her family's work ethic influenced her. She describes her transition from psychology to acupuncture to becoming a coach, highlighting how her spiritual connection and experience with transformational work shaped her journey.In our conversation, she emphasizes the importance of processing emotions and rewriting limiting beliefs through tools like meditation and journaling. Carla offers practical advice on how women can embrace self-love, overcome limiting beliefs, and create fulfilling lives. Through Carla’s experiences, discover how stepping away from conventional career paths can lead to fulfilling endeavors that resonate deeply with one's true beliefs and passions.“Only you can let it go. That's the thing. So you can spend your whole life. Therapy is great. You know, I think there's all different options. You could spend a lifetime in therapy. So you know, it's like how much do you want to dig? That was something that I learned from my transformational work. It's not about the digging, it's about letting it go. Sometimes you have to peel back some layers and then sometimes you just have to get happy at some point.” - Carla SalterisKey takeaways:- Become aware of the voices, other than your own, that are influencing your decisions. As Carla was choosing what to study and what career direction to take, she became aware of all the voices in her head that were influencing her: the voices of her parents, the opinions of friends that she respected. It was hard to separate those voices from her own internal compass.- Middle age can provide an opportunity, especially for women, to reinvent. Carla shared how she had become bored with her work as an acupuncturist, which had already started to shift because of Covid. As she approached middle age, she became more aware of her mortality and began to ask herself: what are you passionate about? What are you longing to create?- Transformational work is not only about the “digging”; it’s also about letting go. Carla works with women to peel back the layers to understand the stories and limiting beliefs that are holding them back. She acknowledges that it’s important to understand the experiences that may have led to feelings of unworthiness, but also not to hold on to them too tightly. It ultimately does no good to hold on to guilt or shame; we need to energetically let these feelings go.About the guest: Carla is a healer, self-love and energetic alignment coach for mid life women. She has a diverse background in mind, body and soul healing and transformational work. She mentors women on how to align with their desires by putting energy work first! With over 23 years of experience in the healing arts and transformational work, Carla shows women how to become their own healer, the lover of themselves first…body, mind and soul. Standing in deep self-love, you can connect and embody the Higher Self version of you that effortlessly attracts all desires and re-create your fulfilled life. Carla empowers women to let go of the past and line up energetically with new, empowering beliefs that match their desires. By connecting to your inner guidance system (Soul) everything is available!Website: www.carlasalteris.comLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlasalteris/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carlasalteris/?hl=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/carlasalterisvibe/Free resource: Alignment Made Easy: 3 Hacks To Raise Your Energetic Frequency and Manifest Your Dreams Stay connected:Connect with Laura on LinkedIn@Rotters5 on TwitterConnect with Laura on FacebookSubscribe to my YouTube channelSubscribe to my newsletterGet your free copy of Unlock Your Money Blocks Workbook: Your step-by-step guide to unlocking your blocks to financial freedom.Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast does not constitute accounting, legal, tax, investment or financial advice. It’s for informational purposes only. You should seek appropriate professional advice for your specific information.

Eileen Joy is the Money Coach for Moms, a Certified Financial Educator and a Certified Financial Literacy Professional. She works with high achieving professional moms to teach them step by step how to overcome financial stress and break free from living paycheck to paycheck so that they can invest with confidence and provide a safe and secure future for themselves and their children.In this episode, Eileen Joy discusses her challenging financial upbringing and the impact it had on her own financial journey, including her struggle with debt, bankruptcy, and divorce. She shares how she rebuilt her life by investing in herself and emphasizes the importance of financial literacy, particularly for women and children. Eileen talks about her program, Money School for Moms, which aims to educate and empower mothers to manage their finances more effectively and provide their children with a strong financial foundation. The conversation also touches on the cultural pressures of financial success, normalizing money discussions at home, and overcoming the fear of financial conversations to achieve financial freedom.“It just hurts me to see people struggling. It's so awful. It really hurts me. And, it really is just one person at a time, one child at a time, one mom at a time. and it's like. All you need to know is that it's not your fault, that things are the way they are because you were never taught. No one sat down and taught you. You didn't know. You're just doing what everyone else is doing, right? You bought into the American dream and that's what everyone's doing, right? But take a step back. Think about to yourself what do I want? What's most important to me, and spend your money on that.“ - Eileen JoyKey takeaways:- The best investment is to invest in yourself. Eileen shared how she lost everything - her house, her livelihood, even her health when she got divorced in 2016. Yet, though her financial resources were slim, she knew she needed to invest in herself. The first thing she did was to get a therapist to help her through this low period, irrespective of the cost. - Stop keeping up with the Joneses. Eileen lives in an amazing home - a rental, in a good school district, that comes with a handyman and landscapers - she doesn’t have to spend anything to maintain it! She knows what is important to her, rather than following our culture’s message that you need a large home with a three car garage and a vacation home and a boat, which leaves most of us with little to no savings and up to our eyeballs in debt!- Normalize the discussion of money in your home. Discussions about money are taboo in our society. Eileen urges us to stop keeping money such a secret from our kids. Show your kids your paycheck: this is gross earnings; this is net earnings after the deductions. Have a weekly money date. By taking away the fear of having money conversations, we can teach our children how to be more intentional with their money choices.About the guest: Eileen Joy is the Money Coach for Moms, a Certified Financial Education Instructor,  the host of the Moms who Money podcast, and founder of Money School for Moms™. She helps moms stop stressing about money so they can break free from living paycheck to paycheck, confidently invest and set themselves and their kids up to be millionaires! Her 12-year-old son knows more about money than most adults and is on track to be a multi-millionaire. Eileen created an easy system that any busy mom can follow and specializes in working with high achieving, professional moms who are committed to investing in themselves and their children and know that money is their next step. Eileen provides a safe and comfortable environment to learn about one of the most avoided and taboo subjects, money. No more Shame, Guilt, or Embarrassment. Website: https://www.momswhomoney.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/momswhomoney/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EileenJoyMoneyCoach/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eileenjoymoneycoach/Podcast: Moms Who MoneyFree resource: 6 Steps To Money Smart Kids Stay connected:Connect with Laura on LinkedIn@Rotters5 on TwitterConnect with Laura on FacebookSubscribe to my YouTube channelSubscribe to my newsletterGet your free copy of Unlock Your Money Blocks Workbook: Your step-by-step guide to unlocking your blocks to financial freedom.Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast does not constitute accounting, legal, tax, investment or financial advice. It’s for informational purposes only. You should seek appropriate professional advice for your specific information.

In this special episode, I  interview two guests: Marcia Dawood and Sue Bevan Baggott.Marcia is the author of the new book Do Good While Doing Well, a TEDx speaker, host of the Angel Next Door podcast and an early stage investor who serves on the SEC's Small Business Capital Formation Advisory Committee. She's a venture partner with Mindshift Capital and the chair emeritus of the Angel Capital Association, a global professional society for angel investors. She's also an associate producer on the award-winning documentary Show Her the Money.Sue is Founder of Power Within Consulting, an accidental angel investor and a startup advisor. She advocates for greater inclusion in the startup world, aiming to elevate entrepreneurial success for underrepresented founders through multiple early stage funds. She invests in the change she wants to see in the world, with a diverse portfolio of innovative startups solving significant world problems at scale.Our conversation centers on the potential for women to drive change through angel investing, a domain historically dominated by men. It highlights the challenges female and minority founders face when raising capital and how angel investing can democratize this space, particularly through platforms like equity crowdfunding. The podcast also details how local community involvement and strategic investment decisions can create meaningful societal impact.“I think that a lot of women are socialized. You know: you have your job and you make your money, right? And then you give it away. And I was never really taught that much about how, in the way in which I invested, my money could actually drive change.  And yet when I got exposed to the entrepreneurial ecosystem and I was seeing that the majority of investors were men and they were investing in things that they cared about, and the things that women cared about were getting overlooked and ignored - that's a problem for all of us. “ Sue Bevan BaggottKey takeaways:- The amount of money that goes to charity every year is equivalent, at least here in the US, to only about one percent of the value of the U S stock market. In other words, as Marcia pointed out, we're putting an awfully big burden on nonprofits to solve big world problems when there's all of these innovative for profit companies out there that we can all help in some way, shape or form. This is one of the realizations that attracted her to angel investing.- Only two percent of venture capital goes to female founded companies, and even less to founders of color. Sue was hired to help develop the strategy for a newly formed angel investing group. Her original perception was, as she put it, it was “all about the money.” She became interested in becoming a member of the group when she realized that these start-ups create jobs that help the whole community to thrive, and that she could help deserving female founders and founders of color to get access to the capital and the connections and the coaching that they needed.- Angel investing is no longer the domain of only the rich and connected; it’s something everyone can do. In 2016, the Securities and Exchange Commission changed the rules to allow pretty much anyone who has an internet connection and a bank account or credit card to invest in an early stage company through equity crowdfunding campaigns with companies such as WeFunder and others mentioned in Marcia’s new book, Do Good While Doing Well.-Look in your own backyard first because that's where you're likely to care about what's going on, and you can have a big impact. As Marcia noted,  Even one person going to the local dry cleaner that's owned by a woman or going to the restaurant or helping the startup that's in the community, those things really matter. About the guests:Marcia Dawood is the author of Do Good While Doing Well, TEDx speaker, Podcast host, and an early-stage investor who serves on the Securities and Exchange Commission’s Small Business Capital Formation Advisory Committee. She is a venture partner with Mindshift Capital and the chair emeritus of the Angel Capital Association (ACA), a global professional society for angel investors. She is also an associate producer on the award-winning documentary Show Her the Money, and host of The Angel Next Door podcast.Website: www.marciadawood.comLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marciadawood/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marcia.dawoodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/marciadawood/Twitter: https://twitter.com/MarciaDawoodBook: Doing Good While Doing WellPodcast: The Angel Next DoorMovie: Show Her The Money Sue Bevan Baggott is a human-centered Executive Advisor, passionate about accelerating life-improving innovation and driving impactful changes in our world. In her career journey from global innovation leader at Procter & Gamble (growing mega-brands from Pantene to Pampers) to Founder of Power Within Consulting to “Accidental” Angel Investor and Startup Advisor, Sue discovered the power of human-first strategies to accelerate leadership, innovation, and entrepreneurial success.Sue strives to unleash people’s power as innovators and investors - through her speaking, consulting, and advisory/board roles - in collaboration with purpose-driven leaders and organizations.As an Associate Producer for the award-winning documentary, Show Her the Money, Sue advocates for greater inclusion in the startup world, aiming to elevate entrepreneurial success for under-represented founders. Through multiple early-stage funds, Sue invests in the change she wants to see in the world with a diverse portfolio of innovative startups solving significant world problems at scale.Website: http://www.sue-bevan-baggott.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suebaggott1/ Stay connected:Connect with Laura on LinkedIn@Rotters5 on TwitterConnect with Laura on FacebookSubscribe to my YouTube channelSubscribe to my newsletterGet your free copy of Unlock Your Money Blocks Workbook: Your step-by-step guide to unlocking your blocks to financial freedom.Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast does not constitute accounting, legal, tax, investment or financial advice. It’s for informational purposes only. You should seek appropriate professional advice for your specific information.

Tammy Alvarez, CEO of Career Winners Circle, is an award-winning entrepreneur, author, and inspirational coach. With decades of C-suite experience, Tammy blends a pragmatic, results-driven coaching style to help leaders unlock their full potential. Her book,  Escaping the Career Trap, Transform your Apathy into Ambition and Never Hate Mondays Again, offers a blueprint for high achievers seeking career fulfillment. Tammy shares her inspiring journey from a challenging childhood, including a period of homelessness, to becoming a successful corporate executive and entrepreneur. She recalls the early stages of her career, including her first job at Manpower as a recruiter and salesperson, and the invaluable support of her first boss. She highlights essential skills like humor, transparency, and humility that helped her build trust and overcome imposter syndrome. Tammy emphasizes the importance of continuously reassessing personal and career goals, having a financial safety net, and the value of stepping out of one's comfort zone. Within the episode, she discusses negotiating compensation, understanding personal value, and approaching career growth with a business mindset. “We all have seasonality. And I think there's been so many things in our lives over the past ten years that have caused us to rethink what good looks like, what success is, challenging the status quo, that if we don't continually check into the seasonality of our lives and our careers and make sure you're running the right race, because you work really hard to get wherever you're going. And, as we know, it's just really disheartening when you get there and you realize, oh, this is not what I wanted after all. “ - Tammy AlvarezKey takeaways:- What you thought was your achilles heel may actually be your superpower! As Tammy moved up the corporate ladder, she began to hide from others that, as she described it, was a country girl who hadn’t attended college. She had imposter syndrome before it became a thing! Over time, she came to realize that the fact that she saw things differently and wasn’t afraid to have the hard conversations was actually why she was so valued.- Make sure you have a Plan B, which includes an emergency fund. Tammy stayed with her first employer for nine years, taking on more and more responsibility. She was in her second job for six months when the boss she loved left and she was let go. She and her husband had no savings cushion. Luckily, she was bailed out by the strong job market, but she learned her lesson to always have a Plan B and backup emergency funds. - If you don’t like it, change it. Tammy shared that she sought to find passion in three different ways: in the work she was doing; in the people that she led and served, and in her own growth and development. When none of those were accessible, then it was time to make a move, which she wasn’t afraid to do.About the guest:Tammy Alvarez is the CEO of the Career Winners Circle and is also an author, professional keynote speaker, inspirational coach, trainer, and epic storyteller. As an award-winning entrepreneur and former corporate executive, Tammy believes leaders who inspire courage are at the heart of every successful business. Her spirited “Break All the Rules” approach blends decades of C-Suite experience with a pragmatic, results-based coaching style that helps business professionals create a big impact and love every Monday again.Her recent book Escaping The Career Trap, Transform Your Apathy into Ambition and Never Hate Mondays Again is a self-leadership blueprint for high achievers who want to experience true career fulfillment. Tammy has an unwavering commitment to advancing ambitious business leaders so they can grow their careers as far as their drive will take them. She is the creator of the Career Success Blueprint – the ultimate executive career strategy framework, Own Your Power! – a pragmatic approach to advancing women leaders, and the CEO Advantage – helping small business owners scale without killing themselves in the process. During her twenty-year corporate career, Tammy became renowned as a business transformation and turnaround expert on Wall Street. Her roles included Managing Director at AIG, First Senior Vice President at Bank Leumi USA, Chief Operating Officer at Genesis10, and Senior Vice President at Bank of America. Tammy delivers epic keynote speeches for companies worldwide and has been a colloquium lecturer on various leadership topics at Cornell University. She holds a degree in International Business Administration from American Intercontinental University.Tammy and her partner Steve have adopted an ex-pat lifestyle and enjoy traveling to far-flung places around the globe to hike and scuba dive. They currently reside in Mexico City.Website: https://careerwinnerscircle.com/Website: https://escapingthecareertrap.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tammyalvarez/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareerWinnersCircleInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/careerwinnerscircle/Purchase the book: Escaping The Career Trap, Transform Your Apathy into Ambition and Never Hate Mondays Again  Stay connected:Connect with Laura on LinkedIn@Rotters5 on TwitterConnect with Laura on FacebookSubscribe to my YouTube channelSubscribe to my newsletterGet your free copy of Unlock Your Money Blocks Workbook: Your step-by-step guide to unlocking your blocks to financial freedom.Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast does not constitute accounting, legal, tax, investment or financial advice. It’s for informational purposes only. You should seek appropriate professional advice for your specific information.

Anna is the Founder and Community Curator of the Femunify Skill Exchange, where female entrepreneurs, coaches and service providers exchange their services and expertise to help each other build and grow their online businesses. Before Femunify, Anna spent over a decade building a successful corporate career in several multimillion-dollar companies, where she managed large teams, led key strategic projects, and was a trusted advisor to many executives. Anna has taken her years of experience in business strategy and growth, operations, people management, and powerful networking, and is now blazing her own trail as an entrepreneur, while helping other women do the same.Anna shares her journey from a stable corporate career to becoming an entrepreneur focused on building a community for female entrepreneurs. She discusses how growing up with financial instability shaped her risk-averse mindset, leading her to a career in accounting. However, she eventually pivoted toward entrepreneurship after feeling unfulfilled in the corporate world.Anna describes how she launched Femunify, a platform where female entrepreneurs exchange services and expertise to grow their businesses. She highlights the challenges women in business face, such as fluctuating incomes and balancing roles, and describes how collaboration through skill exchange can grow a brand and expand a business without the need to pay out of pocket. “All of these challenges really brought me back to okay, why don't we do this in a more communal, supportive team type way and go back to the basics of essentially bartering and exchanging skills and leaning into? Every single person has their zone of genius, has their areas of expertise, has something valuable that they could offer. What if we lean into that and leverage that and use that to then access help from other experts that could help us in our business?” - Anna WolfmanKey takeaways:-Notice when you are being called to expose yourself to new things. Anna was looking forward to returning to work after an extended maternity leave. She began to listen to podcasts about mindset and success, which she had never done before, in order to give her a renewed sense of energy. -Recognize that change takes time. After Anna became exposed to these podcasts, she began a pivot and a shift and a very slow evaluation, as she put it. She asked herself if she was having the impact she’d like to have or was she operating out of fear?  Still it took her several years until she actually acted on making a shift and left her corporate career to start her own business, during which time she did some financial planning and made sure her family was on strong financial footing. -You never know when, what we put out there might resonate with the right person who is meant to hear it at that moment in time, said Anna. Referring to a podcast with Robin Sharma she had heard, it motivated her to consider leaving the corporate world and starting her own business. Had she heard it earlier, she doesn’t know if it would have landed with her in the same way.-You might need the space to step away from your day-to-day routine and reflect before a big change. Anna noted that something life changing, like having children, helps put certain things in perspective. It could make you more fearful but, in her case, it motivated her to push past her fear, take a risk and be a role model for her children. About the Guest: Anna Wolfman is the Founder & Community Curator of the Femunify Skill Exchange, where female entrepreneurs, coaches, and service providers exchange their services and expertise to help each other build and grow their online businesses.She spent over 13 years building a successful corporate career where she managed large teams and was a trusted advisor to many executives. She’s taken her years of experience in business strategy, operations, people management, and networking, and is now blazing her own trail as an entrepreneur.Today she leads a collaborative community that helps female entrepreneurs build the businesses of their dreams – faster, smarter, together.Website: https://www.femunify.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-wolfman/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anna.wolfman.femunify/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/femunify/Free resource: 7 Proven & Actionable Ways to Accelerate Your Business Growth - Without Breaking the Bank Stay connected:Connect with Laura on LinkedIn@Rotters5 on TwitterConnect with Laura on FacebookSubscribe to my YouTube channelSubscribe to my newsletterGet your free copy of Unlock Your Money Blocks Workbook: Your step-by-step guide to unlocking your blocks to financial freedom.Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast does not constitute accounting, legal, tax, investment or financial advice. It’s for informational purposes only. You should seek appropriate professional advice for your specific information.

Molly Brown is a Mindset Engineer life coach. Molly started her career in the army as an intelligence analyst and moved on to the corporate world as an engineer at a large aerospace company. Fast forward to her work today as a life coach: Molly believes that making any change in one's life follows an engineering design process that starts on a blank sheet of paper. She leads people in this process of radical transformation and self-discovery, in which they shift their experience of life to be how they most love to live it. Growing up in a religious household where money discussions were off-limits, Molly always felt a burning desire to break free and achieve financial independence. Her determination to earn what she calls "man money" led her to exceptional academic achievements and career milestones, despite the societal and familial limitations she faced. She talks about the shortcomings of chasing metrics like money and KPIs. She opens up about the disillusionment with these conventional markers and the deeper, intrinsic needs that often go unaddressed, such as security, freedom, and a sense of belonging. Through her intellectual and emotional journey, Molly underscores the importance of understanding the motivations behind our pursuit of success and how these realizations guided her towards a more authentic and fulfilling life.“It's not the money that's keeping you safe. The money is fantastic and when you feel safe, it's really easy to make money. When you feel safe, it's really easy to grow money. When you feel safe, it's really enjoyable to spend the money going out and doing things that you don't feel like you have to hold it in. Your experiences around everything: money, education, food, other people, travel, the world, it completely changes when you understand inherent safety, when you embody your own safety.” - Molly BrownKey takeaways: - Anything measurable, like money, is adjacent to and not actually what we want to have. Molly notes that we actually want security and safety and belonging and freedom, the ability to express ourselves fully. Yet we can't measure any of those things, so we use money, which we can measure, as the substitute metric.- Be open to your curiosity transforming you. Molly felt drawn to explore consciousness, which, through her own transformational work with a coach, eventually led her to become a life coach. She’s an introvert, and would prefer to be behind a screen, but her passion and curiosity for the work she is doing has led her to be a teacher and speaker. - When you’re called to make a change, take practical steps. Molly knew that she needed to leave the corporate world and eventually, transition from two incomes to one income. So she sold her house, and bought a multi-family house that generated rental income that covered her housing bills, so she no longer felt beholden to her job. She felt financially safe, because she had taken steps and done the work. About the guest: Hi, I’m Molly, the Mindset Engineer life coach.  I started my career in the Army as an intelligence analyst and moved on to the corporate world as an engineer at a large aerospace company.  I've always had a passion for patterns especially in music and movement, it's what attracted me to physics, chemistry and mechanical engineering in college.  So in my career as an engineer I was drawn to data of all sorts, anything I could get my hands on.  I was looking for patterns to understand what was going on that we couldn't see or measure directly.  After years of working with data with all sorts of teams, technical and non technical, I finally saw that all we were doing with data is drawing the target around the arrow.  You've probably heard of confirmation bias but that is just the tip of the iceberg.  I dove into this with a fascinated curiosity.  As the company was pushing a data driven decision making initiative, I was coming to realize that data driven decision making is a total myth.  We can only ever find in data what we are already looking for, whether we are conscious of what we are looking for or not.  And this is not a problem at all! But it is important that we understand what is going on in our thinking as we interact with data (data meaning any and all information about yourself and the world).  This became the foundation of my life coaching.  The data is helpful, it is a reflection of what we are already believing.  If we are looking for the data to give us something different to belief however, we'll never find the evidence we need to change.  If however we use the data to inform us of what we are truly believing, that we weren't already aware of, then it is useful.  From there, making any change in your life follows an engineering design process that starts on a blank sheet of paper.  I lead people in this process of radical transformation and self discovery in which they shift their experience of life to be how they most love to live it.Website: www.mindset-engineering.comLinkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/mindsetengineerZoom link for Quantum Manifestor group, which takes place on the 2nd and 4th Monday, 12 pm ET, 90 minutes Stay connected:Connect with Laura on LinkedIn@Rotters5 on TwitterConnect with Laura on FacebookSubscribe to my YouTube channelSubscribe to my newsletterGet your free copy of Unlock Your Money Blocks Workbook: Your step-by-step guide to unlocking your blocks to financial freedom.Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast does not constitute accounting, legal, tax, investment or financial advice. It’s for informational purposes only. You should seek appropriate professional advice for your specific information.

Deborah Donenfeld is the owner of Photosynthesis Coaching and a life coach specializing in supporting people in midlife who are starting over. Deborah coaches individuals and professionals in the realms of change and communication, helping people to navigate life when it feels like the rug has been pulled out from under them, and to learn how to choose trust over fear. She also works with professionals who want to communicate more authentically and effectively with clients, co-workers, bosses and those they manage.Deborah shares her journey from working as a photographer to becoming a coach specializing in midlife transitions, influenced by her own experiences of divorce and financial upheaval, and describes the serendipitous email that opened the door to her true calling in coaching. She discusses the importance of having a guide to navigate life transitions, and the similarities between the people skills necessary to perform both as a photographer and as a life coach. The conversation explores the importance of practical and emotional soft skills in managing life changes, and the value of having tools and practices in place before crises occur. Deborah touches on personal growth, the balance between financial stability and time, and the transformative power of coaching.“When I talk about having a guide, it's somebody to ask me the questions and help me get in touch with my intuition and get in touch with what I know, to help me celebrate the wins, because sometimes I don't think I could even see the wins. Remind me of the things in my toolbox, reflect back to me what I was saying or not saying, what my body language maybe had been saying that I wasn't saying. These are all the kinds of things that I do for my clients that I think would have been really helpful for me.” - Deborah DonenfeldKey takeaways:- Discover the links between one career to the next. Deborah worked for many years as a portrait photographer. She then decided to pursue coaching. What links the two for her is her ability and desire to connect with other people, and getting them to trust her so she can get to the essence of who they are.- Have a backup plan. Information about a coaching program came into Deborah’s inbox, at a time when she began to have back problems that she feared would interfere with her photography work. She thought coaching could be her backup plan. Luckily, she no longer has back issues, and runs a successful coaching business!- The more you put the energy out, the more you attract it back to yourself. Deborah noted that she didn’t make a conscious decision to focus more on coaching and less on photography. Instead, she loved the coaching so much she began spending more time thinking about it and doing it, so that her practice naturally grew. About the guest: Deborah Donenfeld is the owner of Photosynthesis Coaching, and a life coach specializing in supporting people in midlife who are starting over. She has been coaching for 13 years, and moved into this niche when her own life was turned upside down and she found herself in the position of navigating several big and painful changes all at once. Deborah coaches from the heart and compassionately helps her clients to work their edge and move through tough changes with grace.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/photosynthesiscoaching/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahdonenfeld/Website: Photosynthesis CoachingBook a free 45 minute consult Stay connected:Connect with Laura on LinkedIn@Rotters5 on TwitterConnect with Laura on FacebookSubscribe to my YouTube channelSubscribe to my newsletterGet your free copy of Unlock Your Money Blocks Workbook: Your step-by-step guide to unlocking your blocks to financial freedom.Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast does not constitute accounting, legal, tax, investment or financial advice. It’s for informational purposes only. You should seek appropriate professional advice for your specific information.

Dr. Deborah D. Roebuck is an international speaker, a workshop leader and a menopause success lifestyle coach. She focuses her talks and seminars on perimenopausal, menopausal and postmenopausal women under the theme of going through the change. Deborah desires to help women renew, rethink and reimagine middle age as a journey of self-discovery and self-care. She believes in the saying: "you are fearfully and wonderfully made", and that doesn't end at the age of 40 years old. Deborah shares her inspiring journey from a challenging upbringing in Philadelphia to becoming a nurse and later an advocate for menopausal women. She emphasizes the importance of continual learning, resilience, and investing in both financial growth and personal well-being. Deborah discusses her background, the influence of female mentors, and the mindset shifts needed for financial planning and investing. She also offers insights into her business, 'Going Through the Change,' which focuses on assisting women through the various stages of menopause. The episode highlights her lifelong dedication to family, education, and community support. “A lot of times we've gotten to the point in midlife and said, oh, I'm done, I'll just be here. Let me tell you, the most important things that women do are (by) women in their 50s and above. If you look at your history book, because (of) all those experiences: treasure yourself, even if you need to write your own book of what you've done and leave it behind for the next generation. “ - Dr. Deborah D. RoebuckSome takeaways:-Be open to what’s calling to you. Deborah became a nurse in 1976, specializing in maternal child health. She found herself yearning to be a midwife. She happened to be reading a magazine, and it said: be a nurse midwife at the University of Utah. Did she know where the University of Utah was? She interviewed, was accepted and drove out to Salt Lake City from Philadelphia - after just getting her driver’s license! She says it was one of the best things she ever did. -Don’t believe the naysayers. Deborah’s high school chemistry teacher told her she wasn’t college material. Her father wanted her to take typing and bookkeeping. She took those courses, but she also took physics and calculus on the side, because she had higher expectations for herself. Deborah has faith that she’s not an accident. She’s here to accomplish something and to make a mark in this life.-Always be learning. Deborah shared something her niece told her: if you’re in a room, and you don’t learn anything new in the room, you need to get out of that room. You need to be in a room where you’re uncomfortable, where you don’t understand everything because that will pull you to learn.About the guest: Dr. Deborah D. Roebuck, DNP (Menopause Whisperer) is the Founder and CEO of “Going Thru The Change,” a global health and wellness company that focuses on helping women of all generations to successfully navigate premenopause (PMS), perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause. She teaches and coaches women how to achieve the Art of Managing Menopause with confidence, ease, grace, and style so they can move forward in achieving their life’s passion and purpose.As an international speaker and workshop leader, Deborah focuses her talks and seminars on peri-menopausal, menopausal and postmenopausal women under the theme of "Going Thru the Change." She also provides one on one coaching to help women Renew, Rethink, and Reimagine middle age as a journey of self-discovery and self-care. She believes in the saying “You are fearfully and wonderfully made,” doesn’t end at the age of 40 years old!Deborah's “keeping it real” transformational speaking style is based on her 40-plus years as a public health nurse.” Regardless of the demographic or socioeconomic level of my patients, she says, all women go through some degree of menopausal change and whisper the same question “What is wrong with me?” Deborah earned her Doctorate from Drexel University, Masters of Science from the University of Utah, and Bachelor of Science from Villanova University. She is a widow, breast cancer survivor, and caregiver. She is very active as an international mission leader.Websites: https://goingthruthechange.com/Me.No.Pause MovementLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-deborah-d-roebuck-menopause-whisperer-98121673/Instagtam: https://www.instagram.com/menopausewhisperer/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GoingThruTheChange Stay connected:Connect with Laura on LinkedIn@Rotters5 on TwitterConnect with Laura on FacebookSubscribe to my YouTube channelSubscribe to my newsletterGet your free copy of Unlock Your Money Blocks Workbook: Your step-by-step guide to unlocking your blocks to financial freedom.Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast does not constitute accounting, legal, tax, investment or financial advice. It’s for informational purposes only. You should seek appropriate professional advice for your specific information.

Andrea Pass is a podcast guest booking expert who gets features, quotes and reviews in digital media, broadcast print and more for her clients. She is a seasoned public relations expert known for her prowess in securing top-tier targeted media placements to increase brand awareness, reputation management and sales for established businesses and growing entrepreneurs alike. Andrea shares with us her childhood experiences growing up in Radburn, New Jersey, a close-knit community where strong family bonds and memorable experiences mitigated financial constraints. As she recounts her stories, she emphasizes the profound impact of community and family connections on one's perception of financial well-being. Andrea reflects on her early aspirations to become a journalist, her initial roles at Woman's Day magazine within CBS, and her eventual passion for PR.Andrea offers valuable tips on crafting successful PR pitches, emphasizing authenticity, client involvement, and readiness before embarking on PR efforts. Through candid anecdotes and practical advice, Andrea highlights the necessity of a proactive approach and demonstrating expertise and credibility in PR.“First and foremost, public relations puts you in the news. Very simple. You are in the media, and whether you are in the media being featured by professional journalists who went to college to study journalism or homegrown journalists who have a platform, you are reaching potential audiences, potential buyers, potential clients. And that's what's key about public relations is this relevance, consistency. “ - Andrea PassKey Takeaways: - Figure out what gets you excited - and do it! Andrea was drawn to Public Relations work by the relationships. She loves getting to know journalists and figuring out how to have her clients featured in their media outlets. Andrea believes that people listen more when someone else talks about you. She gets excited when a press placement comes out and it’s because of her!- Consider if the requirements of the role are skills you possess and enjoy using. Part of the excitement for Andrea of the work she does is playing the role of a private investigator, researching and learning about media outlets that cover different industries, and getting them interested in her subject line. Andrea quoted the line “if you love what you do, you’ll never work a day in your life” because she loves what she does.- Identify what’s different about you and and/or your business when crafting a pitch for a media outlet. Can you identify what makes you stand out from others in the same business? What differentiates you from them? Andrea works with her clients to uncover what makes them unique and therefore why a journalist would want to cover their story as distinct from others in their industry. About the guest: Andrea Pass is the expert at booking clients on podcast interviews as well as features, quotes and reviews in digital media, broadcast, print and more. She creates and implements public relations campaigns in a wide range of categories including consumer products, lifestyle, business-to-business, education, health/wellness/fitness, beauty, food, authors, non-profits and more. Andrea Pass Public Relations has an expertise in national, regional and local media relations outreach. Her strength in relationships coupled with her knowledge of the ever-growing media base results in securing top tier, targeted media placements to increase brand awareness, reputation management and sales for established businesses and growing entrepreneurs alike.Website: https://andreapasspr.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrea-pass/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AndreaPassPublicRelationsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrea_pass_pr/X: https://x.com/NJ_Andrea Stay connected:Connect with Laura on LinkedIn@Rotters5 on TwitterConnect with Laura on FacebookSubscribe to my YouTube channelSubscribe to my newsletterGet your free copy of Unlock Your Money Blocks Workbook: Your step-by-step guide to unlocking your blocks to financial freedom.Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast does not constitute accounting, legal, tax, investment or financial advice. It’s for informational purposes only. You should seek appropriate professional advice for your specific information.

Maria Kyriakos is an executive leadership and career coach and CEO of Leader Assist Executive Coaching. Maria founded Leader Assist to guide mid-career professionals to be intentional about their executive presence and career story, by better understanding themselves, their core values, individual strengths and their future goals. Together with her clients she helps develop and implement a customized approach that will boost their confidence, as well as their professional impact.Maria shares her experience growing up as a first generation American and an only child in a family profoundly shaped by the experiences of World War II, where she learned early on the importance of responsibility, commitment, and financial conservatism. Maria details her journey from corporate HR leadership to becoming an executive coach, shedding light on the challenges and rewards that come with starting your own business She discusses the impact of effective coaching, the criticality of taking personal responsibility for career management, and the importance of financial independence. In our conversation, she highlights the importance of deep listening, her definition of executive presence, and the confidence one develops by showing up authentically. She emphasizes the blend of intention and experimentation that is part and parcel of her work with clients.“I think the elements of coaching that make it really an honor and unique for both coach and coachee is this opportunity to be fully present, full focus on you. There's no right or wrong. We're just going to unpack it, as my clients say. We're going to unweave it, unpack it and get to what the real challenge is, so that you can explore and experiment and play and create until you figure out and develop the confidence and competence or competence and confidence in the area that you desire.” - Maria KyriakosKey takeaways:-When contemplating a career change, recognize the skills you’ve developed that will help you move forward. Maria worked for many years as a human resources professional. She had developed deep listening skills and the ability to put the other person first and foremost to help them get clear about what they want from their career. She used these skills to launch her own business as a coach.-Make fun an integral part of the process of change. Maria noted that she does her best work with people who take responsibility for their lives, who make things happen and have a willingness to learn. This includes a willingness to be vulnerable, because every time you put yourself in the driver’s seat, there is the possibility that something can go wrong. Maria recommends moving forward with intention - and experiment.  It can be scary, but it can also be a lot of fun. -Show up as yourself. Maria defines executive presence as “showing up in your own skin, because that’s where you’re confident.” Of course, dressing appropriately, body language, making eye contact are also important. But walking into a room and feeling, no matter who's sitting at this table, I belong and I have something to say that matters, that's part of what executive presence is about.About the Guest: Maria is an Executive Leadership & Career Coach and CEO of Leader Assist Executive Coaching. She has a successful track record of developing and coaching leadership potential and effective career management practices in dynamic, high change Fortune 50 companies domestically and globally. Working with Maria, leaders learn to Career Intentionally® and take the driver’s seats, using her proprietary 3-pillar approach to strategic career management. She is successful with mid-career executives and senior-level leaders due to her hands on experience as a corporate leader and effective results developing and coaching leadership potential. Website: https://leader-assist.comLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-kyriakos/ Stay connected:Connect with Laura on LinkedIn@Rotters5 on TwitterConnect with Laura on FacebookSubscribe to my YouTube channelSubscribe to my newsletterGet your free copy of Unlock Your Money Blocks Workbook: Your step-by-step guide to unlocking your blocks to financial freedom.Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast does not constitute accounting, legal, tax, investment or financial advice. It’s for informational purposes only. You should seek appropriate professional advice for your specific information.

Remi Leibovic is the founder of RCL Media, a woman Latina-owned social media agency based in northern New Jersey. Remi enjoys problem solving for businesses via social media and helping them tell their stories visually through content creation. Remi shares her journey of growing up in a hardworking immigrant family, highlighting the sacrifices her parents made to ensure she and her brother received a solid education.She talks to us about her transition from traditional graphic design to the dynamic world of digital content creation. She emphasizes the importance of maintaining a cohesive brand identity and the pitfalls of generic design choices. We discuss the creation and management of engaging social media content, the importance of audience interaction on platforms like LinkedIn and Instagram, and the benefits of identifying niches. Remi highlights the strengths and skills required to succeed in this field, the importance of networking, and the role of a strong support system.“Social media for business is certainly not an overnight success and you need to approach it with a long-term goal in mind and you need to really be targeting your audience and building a rapport and a relationship with your audience. How do you do that? It all takes time and most of my clients see success within the three-month mark, but true success, like the true consistency, comes from the six-month.” - Remi LeibovicKey takeaways:- Limited financial resources can be an incentive to step up your game. Remi shared how she was laid off from her temp job, was unable to collect unemployment, and had just $700 in her bank account. She took her father’s advice and attended a chamber of commerce meeting - and left with five graphic design clients!- Having a corporate “day job” can ease the financial stress as you build your business. Remi developed her coding skills and landed her first corporate job that blended programming with design for legal paperwork. She continued to build her business while benefiting from the paycheck and benefits of her corporate job. - When engaging on social media as a small business, it’s as important to engage with others as it is to post content. Among her services, Remi provides a social media package for small businesses, creating, scheduling and managing social media posts in their unique voice. She stressed the need to engage the audience by posting polls, responding to comments and replying to messages, rather than just “posting and ghosting.”About the Guest: Remi Leibovic, MCM., is the founder of RCL Media, a Woman/Latina owned Social Media Agency based in northern NJ. She has been growing RCL Media since 2020 and has been in business for four years. In addition, Remi is a recent graduate of Rutgers Newark’s Entrepreneurial Pioneers Program Cohort. She is Cuban, Argentinian, and was raised and still resides in Northern NJ. What she loves the most about running RCL Media is that she gets to meet new people and be creative in her own way each day. She gets to problem solve for business’s via social media and tell their stories visually through content creation. She holds a Masters of Communication Management (MCM) from Rutgers University with a focus in Digital Media. For the past three years she attended graduate school, worked full time, and ran the business. She is 100% self funded and mainly gained most of her clients through networking. As of March of last year, she transitioned into running the business full time and has been gaining new clients and partnerships ever since.Website: https://rclmedia.net/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/remi-leibovic-rclmedia/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rclmediaofficial/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rclmediaofficialResources: Remi's coach, Lynn Roe, LSR Consultants Stay connected:Connect with Laura on LinkedIn@Rotters5 on TwitterConnect with Laura on FacebookSubscribe to my YouTube channelSubscribe to my newsletterGet your free copy of Unlock Your Money Blocks Workbook: Your step-by-step guide to unlocking your blocks to financial freedom.Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast does not constitute accounting, legal, tax, investment or financial advice. It’s for informational purposes only. You should seek appropriate professional advice for your specific information.

Angela Wilson is an author, speaker and founder of Angela Unlimited. Angela assists women to tap into their inner courage, empower them to start living by their own story and the life they deserve, and have money become a tool in that life.Angela shared her personal journey towards financial literacy and empowerment. Growing up in a household where money was a taboo topic, Angela navigated her early adult life facing generational differences in financial experiences. She overcame these obstacles and pursued a career in accounting despite discouragement, eventually starting her own practice focused on the nonprofit sector.Angela discusses the importance of embracing all life experiences, learning to ask for help, and recognizing opportunities. She shares her strategies for staying positive and motivated, including saving uplifting messages from clients and creating a holistic "dream map" for her business. Angela's mission is to empower women, especially those in transitional phases of life, to achieve financial independence and live an "unlimited life."“I assist mature women that are in what I call that season of transition. So you know, maybe the kids have left the house, Maybe you did just get divorced, maybe you just widowed, and it's really that transition and you're looking for something more, or where do I go from here? And you don't necessarily know how to how to get there, but you know there's something that you want to go after, and so I help them to tap into what do you really desire and what would your unlimited life look like?” - Angela WilsonKey takeaways: - Know that all your life experiences, good and bad, contribute to where you are today. Angela shared that when her relationship with her first husband ended, she was so insecure financially that she was not even sure if she could afford a latte! Though it was a very difficult time for her, she does not regret living through this, as well as other, tough periods because they brought her to where she is today.- Learn how to ask for help. Angela was not used to asking for help from others. Yet she was able to make it through a difficult period in her life by, for the first time ever, asking for help from her friends.- Recognize that things line up the way they’re supposed to line up. Angela’s friend recommended that she attend a workshop. Angela’s first reaction was that it was way too expensive for her. But when she realized that it was taking place the following week at a location twenty minutes from her home, and that the next one was a year away in a far away location, she decided to attend - and that was an opening for her.About the guest: Angela Wilson is an international best-selling author, captivating speaker, and founder of Angela Unlimited, dedicated to empowering women to live a life rich in every aspect. Her work and personal journey reflect a deep commitment to helping women to find their authentic voice, and to embrace an "Unlimited Life."Website: www.angelaunlimited.comLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angela-wilson-036676a8/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/angelaunlimited/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Angela-Unlimited-114708136845176Free workbook: The Ten Steps to Creating the Path to Your DreamsBook; Living Out Loud: Design Your Life of Unlimited Possibilities Stay connected:Connect with Laura on LinkedIn@Rotters5 on TwitterConnect with Laura on FacebookSubscribe to my YouTube channelSubscribe to my newsletterGet your free copy of Unlock Your Money Blocks Workbook: Your step-by-step guide to unlocking your blocks to financial freedom.Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast does not constitute accounting, legal, tax, investment or financial advice. It’s for informational purposes only. You should seek appropriate professional advice for your specific information.