Divas, Diamonds & Dollars: The Podcast for Women Building Wealth and Wisdom

Have you ever caught yourself thinking, “I’m ready for more… if only someone would notice me”? Been there. Done that. And guess what? Waiting around rarely gets the job done. This week, we’re flipping the script on passivity and getting proactive about your future. Whether you’re building a business, considering a pivot, or just plain tired of languishing in the background while someone else gets...

Following last month's conversation, Part 1 of Trend Watch for Women, the world is still evolving from 17 years of influential flashpoints in time. After the impactful Covid years, there's (even) more uncertainty due to market sell-offs, loneliness in the workplace, the desire for accessible wealth or changing viewpoints about retirement - lots of moving parts! Today it's critical your...

Is the American Dream still alive—or are we just rewriting the rules? According to a recent Pew study, only 53% of Americans believe the dream is still attainable, while 41% say it’s dead . But here's the twist: younger generations aren’t giving up—they're redefining what success looks like. And for midlifewomen like us, that redefinition offers both clarity and opportunity. This week on t...

Think building net worth is just for millionaires or flashy influencers? Think again. This episode is your straight-talking guide to how real women —just like you—can start growingreal wealth, starting with what’s right under your feet: real estate. Full Description: Whether you’re just starting to think about retirement, downsizing, or finally investing in yourself after years of caretaking and c...

Join us for an exciting conversation with Trailblazer Michelle Campbell , who has a storied entrepreneurial background which includes real estate, logistics and now, the financial services industry. Clearly Michelle is an expert in forging her own path and empire-building.   MICHELLE CAMPBELL , a passionate advocate for social change, personal transformation and financial literacy. She’s the found...

Quick: 2008, COVID, and Artificial Intelligence - what do these three all have in common?   What these three have in common is that people and companies are trying to reposition themselves.  Major upheavals and sliding sales have changed the landscape and rolls for workers and people who want to ‘linger’.  You may not drink Starbucks and therefore you may not even be aware where all the ‘Third Pla...

Ready to up you referral game? Of course you are! Having a referral-based business is considered "the gold standard" for client acquisition. Listen now to our four great tips to make it easier to painlessly get more referrals, more often .

Are you a serious entrepreneur? How do you know? In today's diamond-ette episode we'll help you button down the answer to that question and more as we dig into what makes entrepreneurs successful! Sometimes business owners get bogged down with "doing their thing" without giving much thought to the tools and strategies that are necessary for long- term success. Short, but pithy -...

A recent article stated that billionaire Mark Cuban recommends Black women entrepreneurs bootstrap their business launch versus seeking venture capital. ( Historically Black-owned startups only receive 35 cents of every venture capital dollar .) Whether you have a cutting edge startup or simply a "better mousetrap" that you want to bring to market, don't wait to launch! Start your bu...

Listen now to this exceptional conversation with TJ van Gerven, CFP. In this easy flowing conversation, we talk about where you should be investing now, as well as hidden fees you need to be aware of on your financial journey. Take lots of notes and share this can't miss episode with your bestie and your family! About our guest: Theodore Joseph (T.J.) is a financial planner, the founder of Mem...

Some of us are known for our fashion savvy with a black pump for every occasion, the latest handbag or even the newest fad in nail design. With the economy being turned on its head, we're left with a lot of uncertainty! So, is it time for a no-buy challenge? If you're ready to take the plunge and regain control of your money, let us walk you through the steps for a no-spend challenge that...

Have you noticed how much debt's insidious little fingers are working their way into and throughout your lifestyle? If you feel like you're drowning in debt or otherwise stressed about your bills, lean in and listen. Because just by the by, women are disproportionately impacted by credit card debt due to the gender pay gap and other reasons causing them to rely more on credit cards to&quot...

This can be the year you F.I.N.A.L.L.Y. Get Your Money House in Order! This episode kicks off Part One of Y our Wealth Creation Plan, a short series on making and investing your money wisely . This episode walks you through creating an investment strategy to guide you through the necessary steps to develop your personal wealth creation plan . Check out the Stash platform and research potential inv...

Join us for this special episode with Drew Boyer, founder of Hip Hop x Finance. Listen now to lean how to avoid the biggest financial mistakes made by some of your favorite super stars. Drew’s unique perspective ties the financial wins and missteps of iconic figures like Jay-Z, 50 Cent, and Cardi B to actionable lessons , offering listeners a roadmap to better money management and the empowerment...

Women's history is full of trailblazers fighting for equality. So what else is on the horizon for women , both nationally and internationally? The theme for this year is moving forward together. The calls to action require increased momentum and urgency to address systemic barriers and biases that women face, both personally and professionally. Listen now and learn how to form strategic and meanin...

Ep. 197 _ Long before you ring up your first sale, you will need to master five key steps for business longevity. In today's episode we're breaking down the business life-cycle from a farmer's point of view! Picture this: a farmer toils long and hard before they can harvest their first bumper crop. No matter what the crop consists of, the prelude to banking the proceeds starts the same...

The Great Undoing has begun - what are you going to do about it? At the macro level changes are coming at us fast and furiously, leaving us with barely a second to catch our breath! You can feel uncertain and off balance, or you can take control of your future and carve out your own path forward. Listen now to learn the exact the steps you need to take right now.

Would you like to know which money moves women should make in 2025? In this episode we talk about the intentional steps to take so that you have more control over your hard-earned money.

⁠ Listen now to our special interview with Bofta Yimam , the Founder of StoryLede, Emmy® & Edward R. Murrow Award-Winning Journalist and International Speaker. She is the first Ethiopian-American newscaster to receive an Emmy award.  Today, Bofta leverages her voice and story on a global level by helping leaders and business owners amplify their message, story, and visibility.  From London to...

The way you spend (or save) your money today will have a great impact on your lifestyle tomorrow. Therefore, it's worth learning how to make good choices with how and where you earn your money , and further, how to make you money work harder for you . As your goals and income change, so too should your banking strategy change .

The money goes in, and just as quickly goes out, so why does it matter? All banks are not created equal. They exist not only to provide depository services, but as corporations, they need to make a profit for their shareholders. Is this at a cost to you? Protect your bottom line and listen now!

Join us for our signature Trailblazer Interview Series with Tony Manganiello, best-selling personal finance author of "You Can Retire Rich by Transforming Payments Into Prosperity" . Learn how you, yes you , can get out of debt while simultaneously building wealth for tomorrow. Don't think it's possible? Tune in right now and listen to this podcast with your significant other. Learn more by visiti...

There are general changes coming in 2025, no surprise there; and definitely a lot of unknowns with the new Administration taking office this year. You want to be connected to what the pundits are saying about the ever-evolving landscape of your career, your business, and what you need to know to get ahead . In this new segment, we will be sharing trends to watch throughout the year. No matter how...

Do you want to level-up this year? Why not take a different approach to achieving your biggest goals yet? Your success ratio will improve when you break them up into quarterly achievements. Listen now to learn what this should look like.

How you live your life today determines your legacy tomorrow . We start each year creating grand goals and making bold moves. We know that working toward "something" gives life meaning and a sense of purpose. If you find yourself pondering "What if I did..." or "If only...", taking time to reflect on your past before setting this year's goals can really pay off.