In this episode, I’ll be introducing myself and what Journey To Launch is all about. I’ll cover:  My backstory, where I grew up and how being raised by a single mom help teach me the value of money at an early age My crazy 3-4 hour driving commute and the mental breakdown that occurred when I was pregnant with my first son and how that made me want to figure out a way to retire early Why I started Journey To Launch &amp; why I started the podcast What you can expect from the podcast, what the show format will be and the types of topics that will be discussed&nbsp;  P.S. I recorded this introductory episode at least 4x already but I’ve made up my mind that the one you are hearing now will be the last take. I realized that I was being too critical of myself and that I couldn’t get everything to be perfect as I’d like. But that’s the beauty of this journey. Everything doesn’t have to perfect, you’ll get better the more you do and push yourself forward. Other related blog posts mentioned in this episode:   Behind The Scenes of The Journey To Launch Podcast - part 1 &nbsp;&amp; part 2 My Journey To Launch 10 Interesting Facts About Me&nbsp;  Big thanks again for Sudio sending me my headphones to use for my podcast. Get 15% off your very own Sudio headphones by using the code JTL15 Connect with me:  Instagram Twitter Facebook&nbsp;Page Join the private Facebook Group

001- The Intro Episode- Launching You To Financial Freedom, Why I Started The Podcast and More

This solo episode dives into how my husband and I saved $85K in 12 months. I discuss:  How I got over my fear of sharing the actual numbers to the “world” The types of savings and investing accounts we used How budgeting and the 457 Plan changed the game for us and allowed us to invest even more How to create, set up and stick to your own savings goals  &nbsp; Other related blog posts mentioned in this episode:  How we Saved $85,000 in 12months + Tips on How you Can Save More Too  Mid-year Update on our $93,100 2017 Savings Goals + Takeaways to Apply to Your Own Goals  Are you on Track to be Broke or Financially Free in Retirement + 25x Rule Explained  YNAB - &nbsp;You can try it free for 34 days and after that its $5 a month or $50 a year. I recommend you at least sign up for the free trial. If you don’t want to continue after the trial, you will have at least practiced active budgeting for a month. If you sign up beyond the 34-day free trial using my  referral link, you’ll get a month free and I’ll get a month free, seems like a win-win to me! Connect with me:  Instagram Twitter Facebook&nbsp;Page Join the private Facebook Group  Get the full episode show notes and more at www.journeytolaunch.com/episode2

002- How We Saved $85K in 12 Months + How You Can Save More Too

In this episode, I talk to Cassandra Cummings. Cassandra Cummings is the President of RC Wealth Management, LLC, a Registered Investment Advisory firm and the Founder of The Stocks &amp; Stilettos Society, an investment community of women. She’s been working for over 10 years to transform financial lives. I first connected with Cassandra on Instagram. She came on my IG LIVE broadcast to leave a positive word of encouragement when it came to starting and running a business. Later on, we connected in a Facebook group we are both members in and I did a Facebook LIVE in her Stocks &amp; Stiletto’s group discussing my own investment strategies. Since then, I’ve considered Cassandra my virtual #goalmother. I admire the way she runs her businesses and the way she cultivates and helps her community. Her Stocks &amp; Stilettos group ride hard for her! In this episode we cover:  The different types of investments to invest in How to begin if you have only a little amount of money to invest What someone should do if they have no idea where to begin Why even if you have debt you shouldn’t wait to start investing How to evaluate a company you want to invest in What’s the next “big” thing you should invest in How to start your kids on the path to wealth by teaching them about investing plus much more  Related Blog Post:  http://www.journeytolaunch.com/why-i-finally-started-index-investing-how-i-got-over-my-fear/ Investing apps/platforms mentioned in the episode: Acorns Stash Robinhood  Vanguard Recommended Investing books: Girl Make Your Money Grow Rich Dad's Guide to Investing Warren Buffett Invests Like a Girl: And Why You Should, Too Connect with Cassandra http://cassandracummings.com/ http://stocksandstilettos.co Stocks &amp; Stilettos Facebook group Cassandra on: Instagram Twitter Facebook Connect with me:  Instagram Twitter Facebook&nbsp;Page Join the private Facebook Group  &nbsp; &nbsp; Find the show notes and more www.journeytolaunch.com/episode3

003- Investing Your Way To Freedom + Investing Basics w/ Cassandra Cummings

In this solo episode, I discuss 25 ways to improve your finances right now. This episode gives you 25 actual steps that you can take today in order to start making strides towards your financial goals. To make the list more manageable, select 2 -4 things you can do per day over the next few days. &nbsp;Some of the tips I discuss are:  Download and organize your banking and personal finance apps Set aside time for a “Money Check-in” Improve your financial circle of influence Place more value on experiences, not things  Find the full list in the related blog post: 25 Ways To Improve Your Finances Right Now Click here to sign up for access to the Resource Library and download the FREE 25 Ways To Improve Your Finances Right Now Checklist to help you keep track of what things you implement.&nbsp; &nbsp;

004- 25 Ways To Improve Your Finances Right Now

Before you can begin to truly focus on building wealth, you have to get serious about paying off and staying out of debt.&nbsp; Follow these 8 steps and you will be on your way to debt freedom.&nbsp; Here are some of the things I discuss in this episode:  My experience at Podcast Movement from recording my first LIVE interview with Patrice Washington which will be released soon, recording another guest appearance on the award winning Stacking Benjamins podcast and meeting a woman I truly admire in the personal finance and podcasting arena, Hilary Hendershott. My own debt journey of paying off $80,000 to $100,000 of debt&nbsp; The 8 Steps to Paying Off &amp; Staying Out Of Debt (click here to see the steps) How being uncomfortable and staying the course on your journey will allow you to reach your ultimate goals.&nbsp;  Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: The original blog post- 8 Steps To Pay Off &amp; Stay Out Of Debt 3 Ways To Use A Home Equity Line To Reach Financial Freedom&nbsp; Click here to get the FREE Debt Payoff Blueprint to help you annihilate that debt.&nbsp;&nbsp;  YNAB - &nbsp;You can try it free for 34 days and after that its $5 a month or $50 a year. I recommend you at least sign up for the free trial. If you don’t want to continue after the trial, you will have at least practiced active budgeting for a month. If you sign up beyond the 34-day free trial using my  referral link, you’ll get a month free and I’ll get a month free, seems like a win-win to me! &nbsp; Connect with me:  Instagram Twitter Facebook&nbsp;Page Join the private Facebook Group

008- A Step By Step Guide To Pay Off & Stay Out Of Debt

This is a surprise episode where I announce that the  doors are open and I talk about a common underlying theme I have been noticing in my private community as well as in my first cohort of the Journey to FI course! Compared to the Facebook community, the Money Launch Club is a paid community where people invest to be in a space with other like-minded individuals. &nbsp; The common theme I have noticed is the community aspect of it, which allows members to feel the support and encouragement needed on those tougher days where they may not feel as motivated. If you are searching for a community that shares your same ideas while on your journey to Financial Independence, then you can check out the ! In the Money Launch Club you will get:  S.T.E.Ps- the support, tools, education &amp; plan to help you reach your money goals. Accountability through Weekly Wins &amp; Monthly Goal Challenges Monthly Group Coaching Calls After Show Chats &amp; Masterclasses with guests from previous episodes Book Club Meetings Virtual Meet-ups within the club &amp; much more!  Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode:  Go to &nbsp;to listen from journeyers who are in the Money Launch Club and have been on the podcast. Get the Free Journeyer Jump Start Guide  Check out the other tools that help me with my finances and business . Check out the  which categorizes all of the Journey To Launch podcast episodes by subject. Now you can binge on your favorite topics or type of episode. Join The&nbsp; – Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! &nbsp;Watch my latest segments on News12  –&nbsp;&nbsp;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 .   Connect with me:       &nbsp;

184- Money Launch Club Doors Are Open! + The Underlying Theme I've Noticed In My Private Communities

Jamila Souffrant is a Certified Financial Education Instructor (CFEI), blogger, podcast host and money coach. She is the founder of www.journeytolaunch.com. As a money expert who “walks her talk” she helps brave Journeyers; gain clarity around their finances and create an actionable plan to reach their goals. Her mission is to teach, inspire and help others reach Financial Freedom. 

The Journey To Launch podcast explores all aspects of reaching Financial Freedom; from increasing income, becoming tax efficient, paying off debt, investing, saving & learning how to retire early and wealthy.

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