The Candy Valentino Show

I know I say all the time that the only way to build wealth is through action. The truth is that before you start taking that action, you HAVE to believe that building massive wealth can be true for you. So today, I’m sharing several beliefs that you may have that are keeping you broke and actionable steps you can take to break these patterns. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Why this economic downturn is actually an opportunity for smaller players to invest more The role that fear plays in preventing us from building wealth How to overcome the scarcity mindset How celebrating small wins compounds over time Why being around the wrong people drains your wealth  RESOURCES: Reserve your seat in the  Wealth Habits Workshop for just $47 today!CONNECT WITH CANDYFollow me: @candyvalentinoBuy your copy of Wealth Habits: wealthhabitsbook.comJoin Founders Organization Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The OG beauty influencer Mally Roncal joins me on this episode to talk all about her journey from celebrity makeup artist to entrepreneur. Mally is the definition of a trailblazer. She paved the way for so many makeup artists to come out from behind-the-scenes when she launched Mally Beauty on QVC in 2005. She shares how she carved out her niche in the industry and used her bold personality to back her brand. She’s such an authentic, uplifting voice in the beauty space, and in our conversion, she opens up about where that comes from. Plus, she has an exclusive announcement about a new venture that she’s coming out with later this year!  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Consistently playing the long game to build your empire  Mally’s thought process behind launching a beauty line with QVC  Getting clear on what success and ‘having it all’ looks like to you  Using your platform and power to uplift people  The key to growing as a business owner  Noticing when you play small to please other people   RESOURCES: Learn more from me and proven business experts by signing up for one of my many  online courses. CONNECT WITH MALLYFollow Mally: @mallyroncalFollow Positivity Preacher: @positivitypreacher Shop Mally Beauty: mally.com Learn more about Mally: mallyroncal.com CONNECT WITH CANDYFollow me: @candyvalentinoBuy your copy of Wealth Habits: wealthhabitsbook.comJoin Founders Organization  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There are three main ways you can make money and diversify your income in 2023: Sell your spaces, sell your services, or sell your skills. Under each category, there are endless avenues to bring in some extra cash using apps or your local network. I also share some tips about how to calculate your price and what to consider if you want to expand your side hustle. We’re going deeper on this topic and answering questions at the  LIVE Wealth Habits Workshop January 18th, so I hope to see you there if you’re ready to get serious about building wealth.  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Different apps that you can use to rent out spaces or things that you own  Skill sets that are in high demand in the freelance industry  Cashing in on this unique, historical time to maximize your financial impact  The basics of protecting yourself as a small business owner  RESOURCES:  Learn more about the upcoming  Wealth Habits Workshop  Swimply  Spacer  Turo  Taskrabbit  Nextdoor  Fiverr  Upwork   CONNECT WITH CANDYFollow me: @candyvalentinoBuy your copy of Wealth Habits: wealthhabitsbook.comJoin Founders Organization  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The star of HGTV’s Rehab Addict Nicole Curtis joins me in this episode to share some of her incredible wisdom about home renovations and growing as a leader. She highlights some of the common mistakes that she sees people make when they get involved in real estate, particularly historic preservation projects. Nicole also talks about the key factors for her success, including being more open with her team and showing up authentically on her platform. She really pulls back the curtain and breaks down what she’s learned over her diverse career, so you don’t want to miss this conversation!  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: How Nicole landed the Rehab Addict gig and what’s made the show so successful  What excites Nicole about renovating old homes  Learning how to let go of people-pleasing tendencies  Nicole’s perspective on navigating the wealthy, male-dominated real estate industry  Advice for working moms who are experiencing ‘mom guilt’  The best way to discover unexpected, creative solutions   RESOURCES: Learn more from me and proven business experts by signing up for one of my many  online courses.CONNECT WITH NICOLEFollow Nicole: @detroitdesign Learn more about Nicole: nicolecurtis.com  CONNECT WITH CANDYFollow me: @candyvalentinoBuy your copy of Wealth Habits: wealthhabitsbook.comJoin Founders Organization  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There are a few key things you should be talking with your tax specialist about in the new year. In this episode, I highlight how you can reduce your taxable income through the Augusta Rule, utilizing your kids on payroll, and structuring your rental property income. There are so many ways to move money out of your business and put it into your pocket tax-free, so listen in to see how you can take advantage of these three strategies.  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Examples of how to use the Augusta Rule in your business  Why you might want to set up a custodial Roth IRA for your child  What to keep in mind before putting your child on your payroll  Earned income tax versus short-term gains on a property  Why I recommend looping all your income properties together into one LLC  RESOURCES: Learn more from me and proven business experts by signing up for one of my many  online courses. CONNECT WITH CANDYFollow me: @candyvalentinoBuy your copy of Wealth Habits: wealthhabitsbook.comJoin Founders Organization  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joel Weldon, Hall of Fame Speaker and Executive Speech Coach and Sales Trainer, has more than 45 years of professional speaking experience. In our conversation, Joel shares his journey to becoming a celebrated speaker and highlights how he acquired his skills. He breaks down the direct connection between effective speaking and business outcomes, and shares his top tips for getting comfortable in front of a group. We also chat about aging with vitality and the power of committing to a decision.  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: How to become a better public speaker, regardless of your current skill set  Why being able to communicate in a group setting is essential for entrepreneurs  The day Joel decided he didn’t have to get old and retire from his dream job  Advice for people who are searching for their purpose  Joel’s #1 tip for becoming a more effective speaker   RESOURCES: Learn more from me and proven business experts by signing up for one of my many  online courses. CONNECT WITH JOELFollow Joel on LinkedIn: Joel Weldon Learn more on Joel’s website: ultimatespeaker.com  CONNECT WITH CANDYFollow me: @candyvalentinoBuy your copy of Wealth Habits: wealthhabitsbook.comJoin Founders Organization  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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