The Candy Valentino Show

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

I’m joined by Jessica Zweig, the founder of The SimplyBe. Agency, author, and podcast host. We talk about the importance of building a business on the foundation of your core values, outside-the-box business metrics, and her strategy for creating authentic personal branding. Jessica illustrates what her life was like when she was stuck in a cycle of victim mentality and the tools that helped her grow out of that mindset. We also touch on why every entrepreneur should be doing personal development work and lead from a place of radical responsibility.  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: What is means to be authentic  The consequences of ignoring your intuition  How Jessica trains her team to stay connected to the values of The SimplyBe. Agency Protecting your peace by being selective with the clients that you take on  The differences between growing revenue and actually scaling a company Practicing being still, silent, and listening to your wise inner-voice   RESOURCES: Pre-sales for my first book, Wealth Habits, are available now. Buy your copy 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. Buy your ticket for the next Wealth & Business Summit on November 9-11 in Scottsdale, AZ. Early bird pricing is available now! Learn more from me and proven business experts by signing up for one of my many  online courses.  CONNECT WITH JESSICAFollow Jessica: @jessicazweig Follow The SimplyBe. Agency: @simplybeagency Get your copy of Jessica’s book: Be: A No-Bullsh*t Guide to Increasing Your Self Worth and Net Worth by Simply Being Yourself Listen to The SimplyBe. Podcast  CONNECT WITH CANDY Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There are a ton of ways that you can generate money and create wealth, but real estate is by far my favorite. In today’s episode, I break down exactly how I research the market, find deals, and analyze the numbers. I explain how to figure out what to pay for a property and then what the process looks like for securing financing and funding. I detail how to calculate rental and renovation costs, and how I build a team of trusted contractors. I also dig into how to price and sell a house, and touch on how to keep more of the money that you make.  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: One of the most expensive lessons that I learned along my investment journey The six phases of a flip  How to find the right property for you  Different tax reduction strategies Tips to quickly calculate renovation costs   RESOURCES Pre-sales for my first book, Wealth Habits, are available now. Buy your copy 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. Buy your ticket for the next Wealth & Business Summit on November 9-11 in Scottsdale, AZ. Early bird pricing is available now! 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 Lia Key, founder of Valencia Key Jewelry, to discuss overcoming generational poverty, creating opportunities, and focusing on millimeter choices. As a child, Lia’s mother always told her to never leave the house without earrings on because they represent the sparkling light inside of her. In our conversation, she describes how she embodied that wisdom and turned it into her hand-sketched jewelry line. We also talk about finding lessons in rejection and how Lia stays rooted in her faith as she confronts challenges in life and business. Plus, she takes us behind-the-scenes at QVC and walks us through how she launched her own collection with the network.  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: How Lia broke the cycle of generational financial instability and housing insecurity  Cultivating joy and leading from a place of love  The process Lia went through to bring her sketches to life  Lia’s advice for anyone who has been told that their idea is ‘oversaturated’  Tangible ways to set micro-milestones and stay focused on your next steps  RESOURCES Pre-sales for my first book, Wealth Habits, are available now. Buy your copy 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. Buy your ticket for the next Wealth & Business Summit on November 9-11 in Scottsdale, AZ. Early bird pricing is available now! Learn more from me and proven business experts by signing up for one of my many  online courses.  CONNECT WITH LIAFollow Lia: @liavalenciakey Follow Valencia Key Jewelry: @valenciakeydesign Shop Valencia Key Jewelry: valenciakey.com  CONNECT WITH CANDYFollow me: @candyvalentinoJoin Founders Organization Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Investing in real estate is one of the main ways that Americans become wealthy, but there are three main questions that you should ask yourself before you sign on the dotted line. I break down what those three things are, the pros and cons of both short-term and long-term rentals, and some guidelines that can help you determine if an investment is likely to be profitable. I get into my own experience with renting out properties on Airbnb and explain why I don’t consider them to be a source of passive income. Plus, I share two simple rules that are designed to help investors avoid the mistake of underestimating expenses and overestimating profits.  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Figuring out what type of investor you are  How to do a solid cost analysis to make sure you’re making the right purchase  The most common difficulties that landlords experience  How the work involved with short-term rentals has changed since I first entered the market in 2015 The 1% and 50% rules of real estate investment   RESOURCES: Pre-sales for my first book, Wealth Habits, are available now. Buy your copy 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. Buy your ticket for the next Wealth & Business Summit on November 9-11 in Scottsdale, AZ. Early bird pricing is available now! 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