The Dreamers Podcast

We often make big mistakes when it comes to managing money when we have limited understanding of personal finance. And while side-hustling is the common go-to for making extra money, if you’re not careful or strategic, you could end up having nothing to show for that additional income. There’s also the mindset blocks that can hinder you from achieving your financial goals, not to mention real-life...

When you are empowered, you see no limits to what you can accomplish. You don’t let your fear of failure stop you, and understand that you are strong enough to overcome anything that’s meant to break you, so you can keep elevating. This week, the Dreamer joining us is Tonya Rapley - the definition of an empowered woman. Tonya is an internationally recognized millennial money expert, mompreneur, an...

Have you ever had any of these money issues?  Overspending  Not managing your finances well  Feeling discomfort with having money Wondering where your money went Not having money saved for emergencies  Always or often questioning yourself and going back and forth with decisions concerning your budget and expenses Many of us have had difficult and stressful experiences with money. Oftentimes, these...

When choosing a life partner, a key factor to consider is if your ambitions and goals align with your partner’s.  Disagreements about money are one of the leading causes of divorce.  In today’s week episode, the Dreamers joining us are Anjie and RJ, Founders of Rich by Intention. The couple shared tips on how to effectively manage finances as a couple, the strategies that helped them pay off $123K...

Erika Brown worked at a bank before becoming a full-time real estate agent and investor. That new career gave her the freedom to unschool her 3 kids while building generational wealth.  In this episode, Erika shares how she learned about investing in real estate from her wealthy banking clients. She discusses how she prepared to quit her 9-to-5,  the importance of building a wealthy network, and t...

"Success isn't about how much money you make, it's about the difference you make in people's lives." — Michelle Obama And just like that, a year has gone by, Dreamers! Time truly fly. From interviewing amazing people to reading your warm messages and podcast reviews, it's been a wonderful year!  And I have you, Dreamers, to thank for that. This episode is straight fro...

After years of hard work and sacrifice to get through college, we should be able to. enjoy our lives by starting fresh, getting great jobs, and building wealth. The last thing we should have to think about is student loan debt. Unfortunately, it’s unrealistic for most people who attend college in the US. Dreamer Andong Florinas graduated during the Great Recession. She had student debt couldn’t fi...

Many people dream of traveling the world, going to exotic places and destinations that we’ve seen on TV. So imagine having the chance to live out this dream? Meet this week’s Dreamers, Rob and Reshawn Lee of Learn Hustle Grow. Like all newlyweds, Rob and Reshawn had big goals and dreams for their life together. One of their dreams was to get rid of their $300,000 mortgage and travel the world.  Ro...

Can you imagine inheriting over a million dollars and losing it all? That’s what happened to Jacqueline Schadeck’s family over a decade ago. Since then, she’s become a Certified Financial Planner who focuses on helping first-generation wealth builders manage their money. When we decide to start our wealth-building journey, there are many factors to consider such as improving how we manage our fina...

We always hear that money can’t buy happiness. But the lack of money can cause stress, unhappiness, or even depression.  We all dream of being financially free, but getting there can be tricky. It’s important to have discipline, and self-awareness to control our emotions when it comes to our pursuit of wealth and how we spend our money. The Dreamer joining us this week is Rich Jones, Founder of Pa...

What better way to start the new year than to set build a vision for what we want to achieve and implement strategies to pull it off! Last year, we talked about my Tips to Kickstart Your Wealthy Life , so this 2022, I am grateful to sit down and share my goals with you and the processes I go through every year.  Setting your annual goals can be pretty overwhelming, so I do something slightly diffe...

We each have different visions and ideas about having a wealthy life. For some, it is living life. For most, building generational wealth is part of it. We all desire to be financially independent so making the strategic decisions that align with the path to financial freedom can make or break our dreams. A great financial plan will enable you to save up, buy the things you want without the fear o...

When it comes to choosing someone with whom to spend the rest of our lives, we sometimes forget that beyond love and compatibility, our partner is one of the most important financial decisions we make in life. Money is one of the most common sources of conflict between married couples. That’s why it’s important to establish a healthy and stable common.  Open communication and joint decision-making...

Wealth building is playing the long game. It’s a continuous journey that requires commitment and consistency even when we don’t feel like it.  Planning for and taking care of our personal finances is key if we want to live a wealthy life. Building your wealth can get tricky, especially in this age of instant gratification, and want-driven culture. But with the right mindset, discipline, and strate...

How would you rate your relationship with money? Do you know your financial triggers? The relationship we have with money has so much to do with our mindset when it comes to money. Discipline is one of the most important things you need to have if you want to walk the path towards financial freedom.  This week, the Dreamer joining us is none other than Raquel Curtis, also known as "The Boujee...

When you were young, did you ever dream of becoming a millionaire? Well, the Dreamer joining us this week has a blueprint for making that happen. Jessica Myers is a real estate investor, developer and hotel owner. Jessica is a trained journalist who after working at her dream job, realized that she wanted more out of life. Jessica went on a long journey of self-discovery and began wholesaling real...

This week’s episode is a short one, but it’s extremely personal. I recently received an inheritance, but I rarely talk about it for two reasons that I share in this episode. Processing my emotions about that highlighted even more how important it is to talk about generational wealth. If I felt that kind of pressure about receiving an inheritance, I can only imagine how someone with less experience...

Trading stocks and securities is a combination of experience, instinct, and industry know-how. And at times, it can get overwhelming especially if you weigh the risk and aren’t well aware of the potential reward. So what can you do to lower your risk and maximize your profits instead?  This week, the Dreamer joining us is the founder of Trade and Travel , Teri Ijeoma. She will be sharing with us h...

Learning to put your money to work is crucial because increasing your earnings alone won't be enough to build lasting wealth. This week's episode focuses on the different habits to develop to own your financial narrative and secure your financial future. This week, the Dreamer joining us on the podcast is Certified Financial Planner, author, speaker, and Founder of Your Story Financial,...

Can you imagine earning more without ever chasing money? Did you ever take the time to define what wealth looks like for you? In episode 43 of the podcast, our guest, transformational speaker, and business coach, Patrice Washington, tells us all about how to redefine wealth for ourselves and why we should chase purpose, not money. Patrice Washington built a seven-figure business in her early 20’s...

Most of us are familiar with the dread that comes with bills, debt, lifestyle creep, unexpected or unplanned expenses that keep us in a never-ending cycle of financial stress.  Being financially independent is much more than just being prepared to cover unexpected expenses.  It's knowing that working is a choice, not an obligation and that you won't have to worry about retirement because...

For some who were born with a golden spoon in their mouth, money isn’t a problem. But for most of us who have experienced poverty and lived a challenging life, money is something we value. With that being said, retirement planning is critical, and gaining knowledge and perspective on its advantages will greatly help you in the long run.  This episode is a story of hope, perseverance, and a testame...

Most of us were taught that hard work is the key to success. But instead of working HARDER, how about we learn to work  SMARTER? In this week’s episode, we have Asia Abston, a dropshipping expert, and the founder of the Luxe life Academy.  Asia shares with us how we can use dropshipping to build passive income, and why she thinks we should all consider digital entrepreneurship. If you enjoyed toda...

Money plays a vital role in our lives. We spend a lot of time earning money, but most of us aren’t as intentional about keeping it. This is where budgeting comes in. You may wonder “Why do I need a budget? How can it benefit me and help me grow my money?”   In this episode, we are joined by Jesse Mecham, Founder of You Need A Budget . Jesse talks about budgeting, his four rules to a successful bud...

There’s nothing wrong with enjoying the money you worked hard to earn, but you also have to invest in your future to ensure you can retire comfortably. There are so many apps that can assist you on your wealth-building journey, it’s about picking the ones that are right for you. In this episode, I’m sharing the tools that I use to track my budget, net worth, and the multiple systems I have in plac...