The Candy Valentino Show

When I was first introduced to Dr. Alex Hershaft, I was immediately inspired by his tenacity and passion. Not only is he an animal rights pioneer and founder of Farm Animals Rights Movement (FARM), but he’s also a Holocaust survivor. In our conversation, he details his tumultuous journey from a Warsaw ghetto to eventually immigrating to the US alone at the age of 16. He shares how his early life has given him a unique perspective on freedom and autonomy, which has rippled into his work as an animal rights activist. We discuss the reality of factory farming, getting traction for a movement, and Alex’s refreshing attitude on overcoming adversity.  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Choosing to be a survivor, not a victim  Alex’s journey to becoming a vegetarian (and now vegan)  The pivotal moment when Alex noticed parallels between the Holocaust and the abuse of farm animals  How Alex and the team at FARM brought the concept of animal rights into the public consciousness  The importance of living in integrity and alignment with your values, even if it goes against the status quo   RESOURCES: Learn more from me and proven business experts by signing up for one of my many  online courses. CONNECT WITH ALEX Learn more on Alex’s website: alexhershaft.com Follow Alex on Twitter: @AlexHershaft  CONNECT WITH CANDYFollow me: @candyvalentinoBuy your copy of Wealth Habits: wealthhabitsbook.comJoin Founders Organization  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In today’s episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with Heather Monahan. Heather is a best-selling author, keynote & TedX speaker, podcast host and Board Member of Healthlynked Corporation. As a former C-suite executive in media, she was named one of the most Influential Women in Radio in 2017 and Thrive Global named her a Limit Breaking Female Founder in 2018. After an unexpected termination, Heather wrote and self-published her first book Confidence Creator. Her new book, Overcome Your Villains published by Harper Collins Leadership, is available now. In this episode we deep dive into how Heather overcame her fears to become someone who will run right into them. Heather believes there is something incredible on the other side of fear and refocusing your energy will bring you to something even bigger. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Overcoming a lack of self confidence The payoff of investing in yourself and your personal brand Building a career from scratch Dropping self-imposed labels to reveal something bigger inside you How to declare and ask for your worth  RESOURCES: Learn more from me and proven business experts by signing up for one of my many  online courses. CONNECT WITH HEATHERGet Heather’s latest book - Overcome Your VilliansGet Heather’s first book - Confidence CreatorFollow Heather on Instagram Follow Heather on TwitterListen to Heather’s podcast - Creating Confidence with Heather Monahan  CONNECT WITH CANDYFollow me: @candyvalentinoBuy your copy of Wealth Habits: wealthhabitsbook.comJoin Founders Organization   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

I’m joined by plant-based food pioneer Seth Tibbot, founder and former CEO of Tofurky, which is one of the first meat alternatives on the market. Seth takes us back to his bootstrapping days and describes what kept him going, despite receiving push back and skepticism from distributors.  We talk about the payoff of taking risks, following your instincts, and leading with authenticity. Seth also shares when he realized that he was bottlenecking the growth of the company and what this next chapter of his career has looked like so far, including writing his book, In Search of the Wild Tofurky.  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Seth’s life and career before Tofurky really took off  Overcoming moments of self-doubt  The benefits of having an all-in attitude and fully dedicating yourself to your vision  Learning how to pull back and allow space for your team to shine  The key things that Seth would do differently if he was launching Tofurky today   RESOURCES: Learn more from me and proven business experts by signing up for one of my many  online courses.CONNECT WITH SETHConnect with Seth on LinkedIn: Seth Tibbot Order your copy: In Search of the Wild Tofurky  CONNECT WITH CANDYFollow me: @candyvalentinoBuy your copy of Wealth Habits: wealthhabitsbook.comJoin Founders Organization  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Amberly Lago is a bestselling author, health coach, and speaker, but most of all, she’s an amazing example of what’s possible when you turn your tragedy into your triumph. Just when she felt like her life was really falling into place, Amberly was hit by an SUV while riding her motorcycle, which radically changed the trajectory of her life. In our conversation, we talk about how she courageously handled moments in her recovery when she felt like she was spiraling into depression and despair. Amberly opens up about what it was like to be a beginner again, including learning how to walk and making a huge pivot in her career. She also touches on her sustainable, authentic approach to social media and inspiring take on resilience.  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: The three factors that really helped bulletproof Amberly’s mindset when she was facing uncertainty in her health and future  How Amberly built her brand and social media presence from the ground up  Actively choosing to not let your circumstances define who you are and what you’re capable of  The journey to launching her book, True Grit and Grace  Seeking new opportunities to make a larger impact   RESOURCES: Learn more from me and proven business experts by signing up for one of my many  online courses. CONNECT WITH AMBERLYFollow Amberly: @amberlylagomotivation Learn more on Amberly’s website: amberlylago.com Listen to True Grit & Grace with Amberly Lago  CONNECT WITH CANDYFollow me: @candyvalentinoBuy your copy of Wealth Habits: wealthhabitsbook.comJoin Founders Organization  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

I’m joined by entrepreneur, bestselling author, and financial literacy advocate Sharon Lechter. She is the co-author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, and the founder and CEO of Pay Your Family First, a financial education organization.Sharon has always been a huge inspiration for me and it was an honor to be able to ask her about her career and perspective on building wealth. We dive into how hard work, focus, and discipline really play into the success of not only your business, but also your financial legacy. She shares her speed-to-market strategy and highlights the importance of having the right mentor by your side. Plus, Sharon reflects on how to handle economic slowdowns and use them as an opportunity to flourish.  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Instilling the values of financial freedom into your children from a young age  How the dynamics of the economic structure have changed since Rich Dad Poor Dad was published  Moments in Sharon’s entrepreneurial journey where she had to pivot  Getting to the root cause of a scarcity mindset  How to understand what's happening in the economy without allowing yourself to be paralyzed by fear The distinction between building a business and building a job  How to start buying, building, and creating assets, regardless of what stage of life you’re in   RESOURCES:  Order your copy of Exit Rich: The 6 P Method to Sell Your Business for Huge Profit  Sign up to receive Sharon’s daily positive messages: atm.sharonlechter.com  Buy your copy of my book Wealth Habits at wealthhabitsbook.com and become a part of my exclusive book launch team! Learn more from me and proven business experts by signing up for one of my many  online courses.  CONNECT WITH SHARONFollow Sharon on Instagram: @sharonlechterLearn more on Sharon’s website: sharonlechter.com  CONNECT WITH CANDYFollow me: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wealth Habits book launch is officially here! To celebrate, I’m giving you a sneak peek into Chapter 6 of my book: The Secrets to Building Multiple Streams of Income. This chapter is part of the third wealth habit, Earning Your Way to Wealth. I hear so often from people that they believe millionaires need to have seven streams of income, which actually isn’t true. Millionaires typically have four streams of income. This misinformation stems from incorrectly defining these different streams of income. So today, we’re reviewing the true definitions of income streams, plus some concrete examples of each.  I also address the commonly shared concern, “I don’t have enough money to start investing. How do I get started?” The truth is, you probably do have enough money, you just might be overspending. You’ll learn how to figure out if you actually are. This is one of my favorite chapters in the book. If you love it too, please share this episode and leave a review! IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: How to properly define a stream of income. The differences between earned income, passive income and portfolio income. How to turn earned income into passive income. How to figure out if you're overspending. Leveraging exchange-traded funds to expand your income. The importance of mastering fewer investment strategies, versus many.  RESOURCES:  Buy your copy of my book Wealth Habits at wealthhabitsbook.com today! Upload your receipt to this website to receive amazing perks and prizes. Learn more from me and proven business experts by signing up for one of my many  online courses.  CONNECT WITH CANDYFollow me: @candyvalentinoJoin Founders Organization  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We’re a little over one week away from the Wealth Habits book launch, so I wanted to give a quick overview of the core elements of the book and what you can expect when you get your copy. There are six proven steps that anyone can take to build a truly rich and fulfilling life, and I’m living proof of this methodology. In this episode, I give a sneak peek into how you can learn, grow, earn, save, invest, and give your way to more wealth. Listen in to learn a little bit more about my journey and perspective on some of the hot-button topics in personal business and finance.  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Why focusing on who can you impact and serve makes such a huge difference in your pursuit of wealth  What you need in order to sustain wealth over time  The four most common revenue streams for people with a net worth of $2 million or more What to consider when buying recession-proof stocks The not-so-secret financial habits that the wealthiest people have in common  My go-to litmus test to know if you're overspending  RESOURCES:  Buy your copy of my book Wealth Habits at wealthhabitsbook.com and become a part of my exclusive book launch team, where you’ll receive early access to the book, a live teaching and Q&A with me, plus more bonuses to be announced. Grab your ticket for the Self Made Event on November 10th & 11th at selfmadeevent.com! Learn more from me and proven business experts by signing up for one of my many  online courses  CONNECT WITH CANDYFollow me: @candyvalentinoJoin Founders Organization  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

I’m joined by Alli Webb, entrepreneur, author, and co-founder of Drybar. Alli pulls back the curtain and walks us through how she came up with the idea for a mobile blow-drying business for busy moms in LA. That simple idea turned into what is now almost 100 Drybar locations and an industry-leading hair care product line. Alli and I discuss how she and her business partners aligned with strategic investors, why it’s so important to build your risk tolerance as an entrepreneur, and what her experience has been like exiting the company. We also talk about work-life integration and what type of legacy she’s focused on creating.  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: The moment that Alli knew she was onto something special with Drybar  Finding partners who really understand your mission and values  Disrupting markets and challenging the status quo  Recognizing when you’re bottlenecking the growth of your company  Rethinking work-life integration, especially as a mother  The biggest piece of advice Alli would give to her younger self   RESOURCES:  Buy your copy of my book Wealth Habits at wealthhabitsbook.com and become a part of my exclusive book launch team, where you’ll receive early access to the book, a live teaching, and Q&A with me, plus more bonuses to be announced. Grab your ticket for the Self Made Event on November 10th & 11th at selfmadeevent.com! Learn more from me and proven business experts by signing up for one of my many  online courses.  CONNECT WITH ALLILearn more on Alli’s website: alliwebb.com Follow Alli: @alliwebbFollow Drybar: @thedrybar Follow Squeeze: @squeeze Follow Becket & Quill: @becketandquill  CONNECT WITH CANDY Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If you’ve ever been a pet owner, I’m sure there have been many moments where you wondered what they’re thinking or wished that they could talk to you. Christina Hunger, a licensed speech-language pathologist and founder of The Talking Dog Movement, is making that dream a reality.  Christina developed a line of recordable buttons that you can program and teach to your pet. She’s also the NYT bestselling author of How Stella Learned To Talk, which is part memoir and part how-to guide for anyone who wants to communicate with their pets. We talk about how her business has evolved since her viral video three years ago, the methodology behind her products, and her number one piece of advice for anyone who wants to write a book or start a business.  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: How Christina’s products help pet owners track language comprehension and development  Why Christina chose to come out with a book before she launched her products  The benefits of partnering with a company who can handle the manufacturing and distribution side of your product-based business  The mindset and personal development tools that helped Christina manage her newfound fame  What Christina has learned about becoming a business leader and scaling a company  The importance of letting go of the metrics and celebrating your wins along the way   RESOURCES:  Buy your copy of my book Wealth Habits at wealthhabitsbook.com and become a part of my exclusive book launch team, where you’ll receive early access to the book, a live teaching and Q&A with me, plus more bonuses to be announced. Grab your ticket for the Self Made Event on November 10th & 11th at selfmadeevent.com! Learn more from me and proven business experts by signing up for one of my many  online courses.  CONNECT WITH CHRISTINA Follow Christina:  @hunger4wordsLearn more on her website: hungerforwords.com CONNECT WITH CANDYFollow me: @candyvalentinoJoin  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

I’m joined by digital fitness and media pioneer Cathy Savage to discuss all things branding and building generational wealth. We talk about how she created a supportive community for women in the fitness industry and really revolutionized the competition space. Cathy shares the foundational steps that every entrepreneur should take in order to build their personal and business brands, as well as how she expanded her own empire and reach. She also highlights specific tools that you can use to set your business apart from your competitors and thrive in your zone of genius.  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: How to open yourself up to a larger audience and still keep the integrity of who you are  Cathy’s advice for anyone who wants to start a business How important it is to clarify your brand vision and identify what you want people to get from you Developing your self-awareness and discovering your greatest qualities Cathy’s thoughts on how to avoid imposter syndrome    RESOURCES:  Buy your copy of my book Wealth Habits at wealthhabitsbook.com and become a part of my exclusive book launch team, where you’ll receive early access to the book, a live teaching and Q&A with me, plus more bonuses to be announced. Grab your ticket for the Self Made Event on November 10th & 11th at selfmadeevent.com! Learn more from me and proven business experts by signing up for one of my many  online courses.  CONNECT WITH CATHY Follow Cathy on Instagram: @cathysavageofficial Learn more on Cathy’s website: savagecoachingagency.com  CONNECT WITH CANDYFollow me: @candyvalentinoJoin Founders Organization  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices