Kathryn Finney, managing partner of Genius Guild, a $20 million venture fund and studio that invests in amazing Black founders and author of Build The Damn Thing, joins the podcast to discuss her evolution into entrepreneurship, the importance of being honest with yourself when thinking about going out on your own, and how your exit number should be your guiding force. With Kathryn’s unmatched entrepreneurial experience, she gives us actionable steps and solid advice that you can start working on today if you’re looking to build the damn thing. In this episode we discuss: The importance of being honest with yourself before you jump into entrepreneurship Figuring out your exit number so you can pursue your own venture How a budget fashion blog evolved into a venture capitalist career When it’s time to start thinking about your exit strategy Various funding options from entrepreneurs + more Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Get Kathryn's book-Build The Damn Thing Check out my new personal website here. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12  Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB –  Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with Kathryn: Website Instagram:@HiIAmKathryn Twitter:@KathrynFinney Connect with me: Instagram: @Journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: @Journey To Launch Join the Private Facebook Group Join the Waitlist for My FI Course Get The Free Jumpstart Guide

Julien and Kiersten Saunders, couple behind the award-winning blog, rich & REGULAR, producers of the award-winning video series, Money on the Table, and authors of new book, Cashing Out: Win the Wealth Game By Walking Away, join the podcast to discuss rewriting what it means to succeed with money and why cashing out is the ultimate wealth move. In this episode Julien and Kiersten unpack cultural narratives, why rest is an integral part of the wealth equation, how you can reach financial freedom in 15 years, and more.    In this episode we discuss: Giving anyone with a marginalized identity a new narrative of what it means to succeed Confronting uncomfortable truths within a traditional career in corporate America The decision behind Julien and Kiersten pulling out of real estate investing A 4 step guide to the purpose of your income: financial freedom Beginning with the end in mind when it comes to your career A more expansive definition of what luxury really means + more Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: https://journeytolaunch.com/episode43  https://richandregular.com/cashingout Check out my new personal website here. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12  Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB –  Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with Julien & Kiersten: Website Instagram:@richandREGULAR Twitter:@richandREGULAR Facebook: @richandREGULAR Connect with me: Instagram: @Journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: @Journey To Launch Join the Private Facebook Group Join the Waitlist for My FI Course Get The Free Jumpstart Guide

Alyssa Davies, published author and founder of award-winning Canadian personal finance blog, Mixed Up Money, joins the podcast to discuss how your relationship with money is deeply connected to your mental health, why the traditional way of paying off debt didn’t work for her and her new book Financial First Aid: Your Tool Kit for Life's Money Emergencies.  We also talk about working through the scarcity mindsets we’ve picked up along our financial independence journey, giving ourselves permission to be selfish as moms, and more.  In this episode we discuss: The 3 types of emergency funds you need Her debt free journey How she manages her anxiety when it comes to money How to alleviate our fears of not having enough  Why finding a like-minded community is a powerful tool The validity of your money struggles no matter how you grew up + more Win a copy of Alyssa’s new book, Financial First Aid: Your Tool Kit for Life's Money Emergencies, here .  Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: http://behindthebrilliance.com Join the waitlist for my signature course, Map Your Way To Financial Independence, here. Check out my new personal website here. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12  Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB –  Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with Alyssa: Website Instagram:@MixedUpMoney Twitter:@MixedUpMoney Connect with me: Instagram: @Journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: @Journey To Launch Join the Private Facebook Group Join the Waitlist for My FI Course Get The Free Jumpstart Guide

Felecia Hatcher, CEO of Pharrell Williams Black Ambition Opportunity Fund, personal transformation speaker, entrepreneur, and author, joins the podcast to discuss how she went from a C-student in high school to winning $130,000 in scholarships and finding her zone of genius. We discuss her trials and errors in college, how she started entrepreneurship, what it takes to shift your perspective to receive abundance right in front of you, and more! In this episode we discuss: Felecia’s journey to winning $130,000 in college scholarships  Why being curious is the most powerful tool for your career How to navigate moving forward in moments of impossibility The importance of cultivating relationships &  expanding your network Her work with Pharrell Williams’ Black Ambition Opportunity Fund + more Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: BlackAmbitionPrize.com  Join the waitlist for my signature course, Map Your Way To Financial Independence, here. Check out my new personal website here. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12  Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB –  Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with Felecia: Website Facebook:@FeleciaHatcher Instagram:@FeleciaHatcher Twitter:@FeleciaHatcher Connect with me: Instagram: @Journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: @Journey To Launch Join the Private Facebook Group Join the Waitlist for My FI Course Get The Free Jumpstart Guide

Nick Maggiulli, blogger and author, joins the podcast to discuss the intersection of data and personal finance.  We talk about the numbers behind financial moves to save money, invest, and build sustainable wealth, while also combatting common absolutes in the personal finance world. Nick and I discuss the order of operations of investing, how debt isn’t always bad, why he thinks you probably shouldn’t max out your 401k, and more. In this episode we discuss: The importance of where you focus your attention in your financial life Why you need an emergency fund first and foremost How to stop the stress and guilt we feel when we spend money The 2x rule when you are able to spend The usefulness of debt + more Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Buy Nick's book: Just Keep Buying Join the waitlist for my signature course, Map Your Way To Financial Independence, here. Check out my new personal website here. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12  Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB –  Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with Nick: Website Instagram:@NickMaggiulli Twitter: @DollarsAndData Connect with me: Instagram: @Journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: @Journey To Launch Join the Private Facebook Group Join the Waitlist for My FI Course Get The Free Jumpstart Guide

Leilani Reed-Logan, Journeyer and financial independence (FI) enthusiast, joins the podcast to discuss how Journey To Launch changed her life and why she is choosing happiness above all else, thanks to her newfound financial freedom at age 45. We talk about why Leilani decided to set out on the path to FI, despite being “older,” the lessons she learned from listening to this podcast, and how COVID became the catalyst for her to walk away from corporate America forever. In this episode we discuss: Why Leilani stepped away from a $200,000 per year salary job  Choosing what sparks joy in your life over everything else The ways financial independence changed Leilani’s life  Steps Leilani took to pay off her mortgage early How you can increase your career income + more  Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: https://www.journeytolaunch.com/episode141 https://www.journeytolaunch.com/episode40 Join the waitlist for my signature course, Map Your Way To Financial Independence, here. Check out my new personal website here. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12  Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB –  Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with Leilani: Instagram:@Twist.Mix.Sip Facebook:@LeilaniReed-Logan Connect with me: Instagram: @Journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: @Journey To Launch Join the Private Facebook Group Join the Waitlist for My FI Course Get The Free Jumpstart Guide

Joshua Becker, Wall Street Journal best-selling author, joins the podcast to discuss how to eliminate common obstacles to discover what truly matters in your life.  Joshua is passionate about helping people recognize what is hindering their happiness and live with no regrets. We discuss problematic narratives in the Financial Independence, Retire Early Movement, why being selfless will lead to a more fruitful life, and actionable steps to rid yourself of distractions. In this episode we discuss: The 8 distractions: fear, past mistakes, the selfish pursuit of happiness, money, possession, accolades, leisure, and technology How serving your community and having empathy for others allows you to avoid the “Me Monster” How the greatest benefit of generosity is when we realize we already have enough An exercise to overcome the narrative of “I don’t have enough money.” Getting to the end of your life and not regretting it, because you were able to focus on things that matter, more than just making more money + more Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Episode 64- Your Guide To Becoming A Minimalist & Simplifying Your Life W/ Joshua Becker Get Joshua's Book- Things That Matter: Overcoming Distraction to Pursue a More Meaningful Life Why Work by Dorothy Sayers Join the waitlist for my signature course, Map Your Way To Financial Independence, here. Check out my new personal website here. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12  Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB –  Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with Joshua: Website Instagram:@Joshua_Becker Twitter:@Joshua_Becker Facebook:@BecomingMinimalist Connect with me: Instagram: @Journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: @Journey To Launch Join the Private Facebook Group Join the Waitlist for My FI Course Get The Free Jumpstart Guide

In this solo episode I discuss the importance of starting within ourselves when it comes to our life and financial journeys. Challenging the dreams and goals we’ve created or wish to create is the first and most vital part of being intentional with designing a life you want to live.  While numbers are certainly important, at the end of the day, they aren’t what truly matters. If you’re looking for actionable ways to map out the life you want to live, give this episode a listen. In this episode I discuss: 2 Exercises to narrow down what you want your life to look like  Why the why is more important than the financial numbers The importance of finding what makes you happy now  How living without self-judgment and shame can elevate your life + more Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: https://tim.blog/2017/01/12/how-to-design-a-life-debbie-millman/ https://www.designmattersmedia.com https://www.kinderinstitute.com Join the waitlist for my signature course, Map Your Way To Financial Independence, here. Check out my new personal website here. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12  Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB –  Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with me: Instagram: @Journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: @Journey To Launch Join the Private Facebook Group Join the Waitlist for My FI Course Get The Free Jumpstart Guide

Brandon Copeland, NFL player, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, joins the podcast to discuss his journey towards multiple streams of income and the importance of knowing your why in life.  Through his dream of giving back to his community and having his money make more money, Brandon has been able to get out from under the “fickle” nature of professional athlete volatility and build a life he is passionate about. At one point, Brandon was also saving up to 90% of his NFL salary.  With his wife Taylor, Brandon operates two real estate companies and Beyond the Basics Inc., a nonprofit organization helping young kids realize their true potential. He also teaches “Life 101” at his alma mater, the University of Pennsylvania, arming students with the knowledge to make confident money decisions. Brandon, also known as Prof. Cope has played for the Baltimore Ravens, the Tennessee Titans, the Detroit Lions,  the New York Jets, the New England Patriots and currently plays for the Atlanta Falcons.  In this episode we discuss: What led Brandon to have a dynamic career outside of the NFL The importance of making your businesses, hobbies, and passions easier so you can buy back time Why you need to leave competition on the field and out of personal finance Navigating disappointments and rejections in your career The power of leveraging your authenticity + more Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Brandon Copeland's Ted Talk Subject.com Life101.io Join the waitlist for my signature course, Map Your Way To Financial Independence, here. Check out my new personal website here. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12  Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB –  Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with Brandon: Website Instagram: @BCope51 Twitter: @BCope51 Facebook: @BrandonCopeland Connect with me: Instagram: @Journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: @Journey To Launch Join the Private Facebook Group Join the Waitlist for My FI Course Get The Free Jumpstart Guide

Bobbi Rebell, Certified Financial Planner, podcaster, and author of “Launching Financial Grownups,” joins the podcast to discuss how to help your almost adult kids become money smart. We discuss everything from Bobbi’s early career as a journalist to her swift pivot into entrepreneurship and the passion behind her new book, teaching parents that it’s never too late to instill healthy personal finance habits in their children. In this episode we discuss: The power of supporting your child’s career interest Having realistic money conversations with your children Why you need to let your children make mistakes with money  How thinking in the long-term as a parent is more sustainable than the short-term The balance of gifting generational wealth and teaching your children the value of hard work + more Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Journeytolaunch.com/episode45 Grownupgear.com @drbradklontz Indiegogo.com/projects/meatball-town-a-musical-comedy#/ Bobbirebell.com/launchingfinancialgrownups Bobbirebell.com/financialgrownupblog Join the waitlist for my signature course, Map Your Way To Financial Independence, here. Check out my new personal website here. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! Watch me on News12  Watch my latest segments on News12 YNAB –  Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. Connect with Bobbi: Website Instagram: @BobbiRebell1 Twitter: @BobbiRebell Facebook: @BobbiRebell Connect with me: Instagram: @Journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: @Journey To Launch Join the Private Facebook Group Join the Waitlist for My FI Course Get The Free Jumpstart Guide