The Money with Katie Show How to Use Today's Economic Uncertainty to Get Closer to Your Dream Life
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Jun 4, 2025 Amanda Holden, known as Dumpster Doggy, is an investing educator and former finance pro championing financial independence. In this discussion, she shares insights on breaking free from corporate confines and pursuing a life aligned with personal values. They explore the 4% rule for financial independence, the emotional journey of leaving unfulfilling careers, and the role of AI in finance. They also discuss rethinking consumption in uncertain times and advocate for strategic investing to navigate today's economic challenges.
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Amanda's Finance Bro Experience
- Amanda Holden worked at a high-stakes investment firm during the 2008 market crash.
- She faced stress from clients losing money and realized her job was spiritually mismatched and oppressive.
Workplace Rigidity Excluding Mothers
- Amanda's best friend, a single mother, was pushed out of the firm due to rigid 10-hour workdays.
- The firm was designed to exclude mothers, favoring men with partners who subsidized their careers.
Amanda's Bold Career Exit
- Amanda decided to quit finance and save aggressively by cutting all non-essential spending.
- She quit without a next plan, traveling for reflection and reimagining money as a tool for true living.
