Self Funded In 15 Years

What if retirement was never supposed to be the goal? For generations, we've been taught to work hard, save for retirement and hope that one day we'll have enough money to stop working. But what if there's a different way to think about financial independence? In this episode of Self-Funded in 15 Years, Jessica Conrick, CPA, challenges the traditional retirement mindset and introduces...

Money... right up there with s*x as one of the most taboo topics... Yet I would say it is THE most important topic of conversation that we can possible have, especially as we get older. In todays episode you will learn: - Why you avoid talking about money - The number one person you MUST begin communicating with about money TODAY - How to have calm and confident money conversations that benefit al...

Most of us are focused on the next asset to buy, the next property, the next investment, the next opportunity. But what if the most underused asset in your wealth plan is one you already own? In this episode, Jessica shares why this asset so often gets overlooked, what millions of Australians did with it in 2020 (and what it really cost them), and why a few small, considered moves now can change w...

Some of the biggest shifts I made financially had nothing to do with earning more money. They came from taking an honest look at what I was already doing with the resources I had and making intentional changes to the way I managed, allocated and used them to build my future. For years, I believed that if I worked hard, earned more and made sensible financial decisions, wealth would naturally follo...

Wealth isn't built on energy, magnetism and vibes alone. It requires structure, systems and strategy. Because making money and building wealth are two very different things. In this episode, I explore the three capacities required for significant wealth: Create it. Build your ability to generate income and opportunity. Hold it. Create the structure that stops more income simply becoming more l...

Everyone wants to know the next hot stock, the best ETF or where they should invest their money. But after two decades in the finance industry, I've learned that the people who build wealth fastest aren't focused on investment products, they're asking better financial questions. In this episode, we unpack why your next best financial move may have nothing to do with the share market, a...

Many people believe the answer to financial security is earning more. But in my experience, the greatest transformation doesn't come from increasing your income alone—it comes from building a strategy. In this episode, we explore the difference between living in financial survival mode and approaching your money with clarity, intention, and long-term direction. Because financial survival isn&#...

I am thrilled to introduce you to Moni Jowsey - a private wealth & cryptocurrency mentor. If the complex areas of blockchain, cryptocurrency and decentralised finance overwhelm you, Moni's approach to these areas and the broader concept of money and wealth will be a breath of fresh air! Key themes of this conversation include: - The history of fiat currency - The turning point of self dire...

There is a conversation most business owners are not having and it is costing them more than they realise. Not in revenue. Not in clients. Not in effort. In wealth. You are working harder than you ever have. The business is generating real income. And yet your personal financial position has barely moved. Your superannuation is neglected. Your investments are non-existent or inconsistent. Your per...

Financial anxiety affects people in all income brackets, and is aa symptom of something deeper that is completely unrelated to money. In this episode we're getting honest about what financial anxiety is (and isn't), how to recognise it in your daily life and most importantly, how to permanently shift into a state of increased financial peace. We cover: Why smart, high-achieving women aren&...

Most Australians are great at earning, but building wealth is a completely different skill. In this episode, we break down why so many high-income earners still find themselves financially stuck, and what it actually takes to move from trading time for money to having assets that work for you. We cover the mindset shifts that separate earners from wealth-builders and the five practical moves you n...

In this episode, I’m thrilled to be joined by the iconic Bridget James Ling , founder of the Freedom Queen® movement , a global leader known for helping women step into bold leadership, premium positioning, and unapologetic expansion. Bridget powerfully shares: ✨ What it really takes to build freedom ✨ The identity shifts required to lead at the next level ✨ Moving from income-driven living to...

Press Reset. Rebuild. Reposition. If your finances feel overwhelming, disorganised, or reactive… this episode is your turning point. In this episode, we cover: Why most people need a financial reset How to reset your financial mindset The structural steps to reposition your finances How to define your Self-Funded goal 🎯 Download the Find Your Freedom Number Guide: www.sf-15.com/number Because fre...

The principles that build financial independence are timeless, in all stages of the economic cycle. In this episode, I share 10 financial truths that matter most when conditions tighten and uncertainty rises. These are the quiet realities that shape long-term outcomes. Changing conditions don’t just test your finances, they reveal your structure, your priorities, and your preparation. This episode...

In this episode, I’m sharing three of my favourite money journaling prompts, the ones I return to personally and the same prompts I see create powerful breakthroughs for women moving from income-focused living to intentional wealth building. In this episode we explore: • Why journaling is one of the most underrated wealth-building tools• How clarity creates financial momentum• The difference betwe...

Why do so many people feel financial anxiety even when they earn good money? In this episode, Jessica explores the real cause of financial stress and why the problem often isn’t money itself. She breaks down the hidden drivers behind financial anxiety and explains the simple shift that moves people from uncertainty to strategic wealth building. If you’ve ever felt behind, overwhelmed, or unsure ab...

Income creates lifestyle. Net wealth creates freedom. In this episode, we explore why financial independence isn’t about age or income, it’s about assets. You’ll learn the difference between earned success and owned wealth, the three metrics that actually determine financial security, and why your Freedom Number is the bridge between effort and optionality. If you’re ready to move from earning wel...

This episode is an invitation to experience the version of you who is already self-funded and free. Inside this guided, immersive episode, you’ll be led to connect with your future self, the version of you whose life is no longer dependent on work, urgency, or constant income generation. The version of you who moves calmly, makes clear decisions, and lives from a place of financial security and ch...

Avoiding your numbers doesn’t mean you’re bad with money. It means you’re human. In this episode, we explore why intelligent, capable, high-achieving women often avoid their financial numbers — and why that avoidance has nothing to do with competence or discipline. You’ll learn: The emotional reasons women avoid visibility around money, even when they earn well How overachievement in your career c...

In this episode, we explore why the SF-15™ timeline is strategic, realistic, and powerful for high-achieving women who want financial independence without burnout, risk-taking, or unrealistic pressure. In this episode, we cover: Why short-term thinking leads to exhaustion, not freedom Why long, vague retirement timelines create procrastination and inertia What becomes possible over 15 years with c...

Most people don’t want to retire. They want relief. Relief from financial pressure. Relief from obligation. Relief from uncertainty. In this episode, we challenge the traditional idea of retirement and introduce a more relevant concept for modern life: self-funded freedom . Retirement was designed for a different era, shorter lifespans, linear careers, and guaranteed pensions. Today, longer lives,...

After years of working with women who feel behind financially, (and being there myself)  I’ve learned this: January isn’t about motivation, it’s about structure In this episode we explore a simple (yet powerful and effective) 3 step framework to set yourself up for your wealthiest year yet! In further detail, we explore: 1. Activating the power to achieve your financial goals in 2026 2. How to cre...

In this episode, I’m inviting you into a powerful conversation about what it really means to become a match for more . Most people don’t fail to reach their goals because they’re incapable. They stall because they’re trying to receive a future they haven’t yet grown into. Becoming a match for more isn’t about force. It’s about alignment, consistency, and choosing to evolve. WHAT I COVER IN THIS EP...

What This Year Taught Us About Money, Momentum & Freedom As the year comes to a close, this episode invites you to pause, reflect, and reset your financial direction. In The Annual Money Reset , I walk you through the most important money lessons from the past year: what worked, what didn’t, and how to carry momentum forward. You’ll explore your relationship with money, identify patterns that...

In this episode I break down my successful 2026 vision board and share the 3 major items have manifested before the year has even begun! At the conclusion of this episode you will be clear, connected and magnetic to your desires, dreams and goals. This is truly the best Christmas gift you can give yourself. I can't wait to see your vision board dance beautifully and magically to life.