Becoming A Financially Confident Woman

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Dr. April unpacks essential tips for navigating conversations about money with your significant other.  Discover effective communication strategies, learn how to set common financial goals, and gain insights into building a strong financial foundation as a couple.    Click to take the Money Psychology Quiz Click to schedule a complimentary Synergy Session with Dr. April.   

Dr. April talks with Ms. Joy Young (she/her), the President of the Alpha Lamda Zeta Fraternity Incorporated, a National Lesbian Fraternity.  In this insightful conversation, they delve into the distinctive financial landscape of the LGBTQ+ community.   Joy generously shares her wisdom, offering advice, personal stories, and valuable insights.  Together, they aim to enlighten listeners and individu...

In this podcast Dr. April discusses strategies and tips for eliminating debt as a goal for the new year. This episode covers topics such honoring the commitment you make to yourself, know your current financial position to include income and necessary expenses, and strategies to begin the debt-freedom journey.  If you would like the Spending Plan worksheet referenced in the podcast email for a com...

Dr. April talks with Collaborative Divorce and mediatory attorney Elaine Silver of Silver Divorce in Lake Mary (Greater Orlando) Florida. Her practice is limited to out of court resolution including Collaborative practice, unbundled services, representing clients through litigated matters, and mediating for families with and without lawyers in the room.  She has been an attorney in Florida for ove...

Since this is Open Enrollment season, Dr. April talks with Health Insurance expert Lorie Johns.  Lorie has been in the health insurance industry for 25 years. She is not just an agent, but an adviser to people needing individual health insurance and Medicare coverage. On this podcast, Lorie educates us on the health insurance terminology, how to interpret different types of coverages, the purpose...

Dr. April explores the critical decision individuals face when it comes to managing their finances.  She delves into the pros and cons of do-it-yourself financial planning versus seeing professional advice.  Listeners can expect to gain a comprehensive understanding of the advantages and challenges associated with both DIY financial management and relying on financial professionals.  The podcast a...

Dr. April interviews Mrs. Twyla Prindle-Ivey, the CEO and Founder of Kash Kids a nonprofit organization that teaches financial literacy to K-12 students in Jacksonville Florida and surrounding areas.  She also has an online program available to children nationwide.  Twyla is no stranger to financial mistakes.  She has taken the education she received from her parents and her own experiences to hel...

Dr. April talks with Image Presentation & Executive Coach  Linda Yates about negotiating as a C-Suite woman.  Ms. Yates is a former CEO of a fortune 100 company an author, leadership consultant, keynote speaker and host of the IntHerRupt Podcast.  She shares tips that women need when negotiating for a pay or position raise.  Believe it or not your image matters.  Your image boosts your confide...

Dr. April explores an extremely sensitive topic among parents.  A single mother herself, she provides five key reasons why life insurance for your children matters.  Many parents have group term life insurance for their children through their employer.  Job changes and layoffs are the reasons why she encourages families purchase life insurance outside of work for themselves and their minor childre...

Dr. April chats with Mrs. Genie McGee, Retirement Mortgage Specialist at Fairway Mortgage.  Mrs. McGee dispels the myths surrounding using your home as part of your retirement and generational wealth strategy. Mrs. McGee outlines the qualifications, the process, and why should someone seek to use their home as part of their retirement planning strategy. Moreover, she explains that this strategy is...

Dr. April shares her story of how she lost everything three times and started over financially. A widow and divorcee, she had her share of financial challenges.  Determined to learn to improve her financial life and share this knowledge with others, she began teaching financial education courses for free in her church and local libraries f After crawling out from a financial mess once again and be...

Women physicians receive less compensation than their male counterparts, are more likely to experience burnout, have to juggle the demands of family life, caregiving, patient care, continuing education and planning their financial futures. In this episode Dr. Murdaugh, CEO/Founder of Woman To Woman Financial, a wealth management firm for women, discusses the top financial concerns of women physici...

Dr. April interviews Kimberly Trimingham a widow whose husband was one of the employees in the Towers September 11, 2001. Kimberly explains how she tragically lost her husband who was on the 104th of the Tower.  She shares the struggle of accepting his passing, being thrust into becoming a single mother of three small children, how she managed emotionally, mentally, and financially.  This podcast...

Many women have negative beliefs and shame about money their relationship with money, and where they are financially.  Dr. April talks with Sophia Hyde, Certified Master Coach with Ziglar, Inc, a leader in the personal growth and development space for more than four decades. We discuss the many negative beliefs women have about money and how Sophia works with them to create the life they desire. ...

In this podcast episode, Dr. April dives deep into the topic of workplace life insurance and explore why it often falls short of providing comprehensive coverage for individuals and their families.  Throughout the episode she shares real life stores and examples to illustrate the importance of looking beyond workplace life insurance and considering individual policies to ensure comprehensive and ...

In this episode Dr. Murdaugh discusses simple ways to begin investing.  She outlines the types of investment accounts, employer and individual plans; how they function and how to gain access.  An easy to understand episode on a complex topic.  If you need assistance beginning the investment journey, contact her at Info@WomanToWomanFinancial.com or call 904-753-5250 for a complimentary consultation...

Want to understand the relationship you have with money?  It could be the result of money trauma.  Past experiences  experiences contribute to one's belief about money.  Traumatic experiences in particular, can be the reason why women may struggle with financial self confidence and avoid it.  We chat with Jules Jean-Pierre, a licensed Mental Health Therapist, Certified in EMDR, and specializing in...

Financial problems typically have roots in lack of education, or some sort of trauma; be it financial abuse, poverty, or fear.  Our guest, CEO/Founder of Therapeutic Hope Counseling, Ms. Jules Jean-Pierre, MA, LMFT, LMHC, a dual licensed clinician; licensed as a Marriage and Family therapist and as a Mental Health Counselor discusses as a clinician, how money traumas impacts our way of managing mo...

This episode discusses the impact the opioid epidemic has on families and their finances.  Cheryl shares her story of losing her husband to the opioid crisis and how it impacted their financial life.  She shares how the shame and fear of judgment caused her to keep her husband's addiction a secret causing them to lose everything financially, emotionally, and relationally. Cheryl Canzanella has twe...

This episode outlines the distinct differences between a business owner and entrepreneur. It outlines the many mistakes that they make when deciding to begin a business.  A brief overview of how to manage one's business is shared. You don't want to miss this podcast. It is important to understand which you are and plan accordingly. To get help with your entrepreneurial/business journey, contact Wo...

This podcast is about changing your mindset regarding money, relationships, business and life! Seven-figure business owner Mr. Chris Felton is our guest. He is one of the few in the country who earn seven figures in the financial services industry. Today we have a candid conversation about how he overcame his defeatist and victim mindset to build a business where he impacts millions to help them g...

This episode details the reasons why women need a financial plan.  Topics discussed include: What is a financial plan, what does financial planning look like, when and how to begin financial planning.  A review of the financial planning process and how to select a planner to work with.  Also, the myths surrounding financial planning are discussed.  To begin the process schedule a complimentary con...

Welcome to the Becoming A Financially Confident Woman podcast!  This podcast is for women and those who self-identify as such, to get the education, empowerment, and encouragement to become financially confident.   The topics include wealth, health, family, lifestyle, faith, relationships and so much more.  I am Dr. April Murdaugh, CEO and Founder of Woman To Woman Financial a virtual wealth manag...