Financial 1st Aid

“Stay laser-focused because obstacles are what you see when you take your eyes off your goals.” - Ron Odom   In this episode, my guests, Dr. Marc Halpern and Ron Odom discuss the significance of a good mindset and how personal performance can be improved. We highlight how even being held back does not exempt us from success.    Dr. Marc Halpern is the leading expert in industrial phase-transfer catalysis and the founder of PTC Organics Inc. dedicated exclusively to developing low-cost high-performance green chemistry using PTC. As a part-time real estate investor and trainer, Dr. Halpern innovated guidelines optimizing the mix of the primary real estate investment strategies: buy-fix-sell, buy-rent-hold, lease-option, and wholesaling. Dr. Halpern demonstrated the success and applicability of these guidelines to part-time real estate investing, including effective leverage of self-directed 401k and Roth 401k funds for high yield returns. Dr. Halpern co-authored the book “We Buy Houses, Sometimes!”   Since 1996, Ron Odom has invested in real estate. A diversified businessman, Ron has hands-on expertise and is a recognized authority in the areas of remodeling, buying, selling, leasing, and management of single-family homes. Ron's latest project is financial literacy classes intertwined with creative methods for real estate acquisition and exit strategies for today's youth. His goal is to educate young people ages 10 through 18 on one level; and ages 18 to 30 on another level. Listen in as we discuss how visualizing desired outcomes and doing due diligence conservatively can help improve personal performance.   [00:01 - 10:48] Finding Your Passion and Pursuing it   Finding passion in entrepreneurship and pursuing it The value of enjoying what you are doing rather than pursuing financial gain Pursue your passions to achieve success in life   [10:49 - 18:09] On the Way to Success Despite Hardships   From successful careers to discovering true passion in the real estate industry The importance of being financially viable before starting a business Maintaining a positive attitude despite hardships Being conservative when it comes to investing, doing due diligence, and being patient   [18:10 - 30:40] What it Takes to Start a Business   The way to maintain your lifestyle while also segueing into real estate investing Providing high-quality housing to attract good tenants and having long-term relationships  Having a passion and being able to offer a good product or service    [30:41 - 33:56] “Educate, Motivate, and Inspire” Segment   Education without action is just entertainment No deal is a perfect deal - learn as you go Stay laser-focused You are what you believe you are   [33:57 - 36:18]  Wrapping Up!    Connect with Dr. Marc and Ron Links below Final announcements Connect with Ron by checking out Campostella Properties LLC Connect with Dr. Mark by checking out Part Time Investors LLC Key Quotes “If you're really good at it and you have a passion for it…you have a viable business. And as an entrepreneur, go with what you know.” - Dr. Marc Halpern   “Education without action is just entertainment.” - Ron Odom   “You are what you believe you are… Whatever you believe, that is what happens.” - Dr. Marc Halpern     Let's get connected!  Website: http://financial1st-aid.com Email:  Vmccoyesq@financial1st-aid.com    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Financial1st-Aid-108554114941620 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vera-mccoy-62917967/      LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants to move from bankrupt to abundance. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts!  

“You're only going to ever achieve as much in your business as you've achieved in your personal development.” - Laura DiBenedetto   In this episode, Laura DiBenedetto, the best-selling author of The Six Habits, joins the show to discuss her journey to retiring with a six-figure passive income. Laura shares her approach to entrepreneurship, which revolves around creating a company that others will enjoy working for and treating people well. Her story provides motivation for anyone considering starting their own business.   Laura DiBenedetto is an author, three-time founder and CEO, TEDx speaker, success coach, podcaster, educator, researcher, and passionate sovereignty advocate.    Listen in to gather tips on planning your retirement and the way to cultivate mindfulness in your day-to-day.   [00:01 - 06:30] Retiring with a Six-Figure Passive Income   Building a successful business at age 19 and went on to retire at 37 Entrepreneurship is a great way to find out about yourself and learn new skills. Retire when you are ready and not because you are burnt out.   [06:31 - 15:36] Thorough Planning for your Retirement   Laura talks about being retired as a way to save her life. Consider having an exit strategy and know the challenges of transitioning into retirement. Take the time to plan for a better retirement.   [15:37 - 38:50] Mindfulness is Key   You are responsible for your own energy, and whatever you take in will be the direct reflection of what you're able to put out. You have to be very mindful of the energy you're ingesting. There is no shame in going through bankruptcy. It can be a fresh start. View failure as a learning experience that will help you grow as an entrepreneur. It is important to ask yourself good questions and to get help from others.   [38:51 - 40:54] “Educate, Motivate, and Inspire” Segment   What do you want tomorrow you to do? You're only going to ever achieve as much in your business as you've achieved in your personal development. Just do it. Get a coach that terrifies you slightly.   [40:55 - 43:04]  Wrapping Up!    Connect with Laura Links below Final announcements Connect with Laura by checking out her website and following her on LinkedIn. Key Quotes “The habit of goodness, it's continually seeking good things that add to you. So the habit of goodness, it's continually seeking good things that add to you and it is the removal of bad things that subtract from you." - Laura DiBenedetto   “Don't get so emotionally involved… Don't make it emotional. Like failure, it's not emotional. It's a learning experience.” - Laura DiBenedetto     Let's get connected!  Website: http://financial1st-aid.com Email:  Vmccoyesq@financial1st-aid.com    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Financial1st-Aid-108554114941620 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vera-mccoy-62917967/      LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants to move from bankrupt to abundance. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts! 

“When you have that ability, that excitement, that joy to change something in an industry, that you're in choosing the right path, and things start to happen for the good, for the benefit of others and for yourself.” - Eddie Sand   In this episode, Eddie Sand "The Optimistic Marketer" and Vera discuss the number one mistake people make when trying to scale their business - being money-driven instead of purpose-driven. Eddie shares his story of overcoming sales pressure and moving from sales profit to freedom and joy.   Eddie Sand has 20 years of experience in B2B sales, online marketing, virtual selling, high ticket sales, sales leadership training, predictable revenue framework consultant, and the creator of the Problem Solving Selling Process™️.    Listen in to figure out the way to scale and achieve the happiness and freedom that you were longing for!   [00:01 - 04:03] The Way to Scale From Pressure to Profit   Eddie Sand on creating Problem Solving Selling Process™️ How to move from sales pressure to sales profit without uncomfortable closing techniques or tech overwhelm   [04:04 - 18:25] You Are Not Alone in the World of Entrepreneurship   The importance of being purpose-driven in the business and how money-driven marketing techniques can lead to failure Developing thicker skin and becoming a successful network marketer Understand that you are not alone in this journey of entrepreneurship Being transparent and offering value to your clients   [18:26 - 30:30] Thinking Outside in the Digital World   From having two unsuccessful sales experiences to finally finding success in his business Focusing on your purpose and not falling into the trap of thinking that there is only one way to sell   [30:31 - 33:47] “Educate, Motivate, and Inspire” Segment   Believe in yourself You are more than just a body - you can give life Remind yourself that your talents, skills, failures, and successes belong to you   [33:48 - 35:44]  Wrapping Up!    Connect with Eddie Links below Final announcements Connect with Eddie by following him on LinkedIn and Twitter. Key Quotes   “The only way to do great work is to love what you do.” - Eddie Sand   "Just go and believe in yourself so that you can start helping others." - Eddie Sand “You've been created for good work… Every piece of your life and every moment in your life is meant for good… There is only one of us and no one can do it like you can.” - Eddie Sand       Let's get connected!  Website: http://financial1st-aid.com Email:  Vmccoyesq@financial1st-aid.com    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Financial1st-Aid-108554114941620 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vera-mccoy-62917967/      LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants to move from bankrupt to abundance. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts!  

“Stop worrying about what others think and let life shift in the way that it needs to.” - Sherita Herring   Author and philanthropist Sherita Herring joins us today to pinpoint what holds us back from living the life we want. She highlights the value of loving what you do, walking in your truth, and looking deep within yourself to understand what matters the most to you.   Sherita is the founder of the Philanthropy Alliance Foundation, a global non-profit organization.  As a philanthropist and motivating speaker, Sherita is internationally known for empowering individuals, organizations, and world leaders. Through her skilled facilitation, she has aided in raising over $30 million for global projects, while being instrumental in establishing more than 600 organizations operating in more than 14 countries. She's also a best-selling author, former radio personality, business strategist, and an astute lecturer, teaching at the University of Central Arkansas and Park College in Arkansas.    Listen in to recognize what feeds your soul and follow your heart courageously.   [00:01 - 04:11] Understanding Who You Are to Know Who to Serve   Sherita Herrin on the importance of loving what you do and the essence of philanthropy She talks about the beginning of her journey to entrepreneurship and living fearlessly Understand what feeds your soul   [13:40 - 14:54] Always Believe that With Faith Comes Finance   Quitting her job to work at the YMCA and preparing the groundwork for entrepreneurship How God is preparing you for your journey and how there are reasons for your burdens Do what feeds your soul to achieve happiness How jobs may not be a be-all-end-all but stepping stones to reaching your objectives Why walking in your truth brings amazing results   [30:36 - 35:45] Your Biggest Barrier is You - Show Courage   The value of getting out of your own way and moving ahead to start your business Even if you failed, at least you displayed courage Have fearlessness and refrain from worrying about the naysayers Fact: more millionaires came out of the Great Depression Use sticky notes instead of glue in creating your vision board   [35:46 - 40:07] “Educate, Motivate, and Inspire” Segment   The hardest thing to do was to look at ourselves Motivate yourself to keep going Be educated, motivated, and inspired by these words from John!   [40:08 - 43:41]  Wrapping Up!    Connect with Sherita Links below Final announcements Email sherita@philanthropyalliance.org to connect with Sherita or follow her on social media @SheritaHerringMakingADifference or @OglesbyAcres. Key Quotes   “The word philanthropy… you know that that individual loves addressing a cause loves making a difference. It's not just about making money… You can make money and do well while doing good.” - Sherita Herring   “Concentrate on what feeds your soul.” - Sherita Herring       Let's get connected!  Website: http://financial1st-aid.com Email:  Vmccoyesq@financial1st-aid.com    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Financial1st-Aid-108554114941620 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vera-mccoy-62917967/      LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants to move from bankrupt to abundance. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts! 

In this episode, I'm joined by I'm Christian LeFer, the founder and owner of Instant Nonprofit, a company whose mission is to help people become nonprofits by providing them with the necessary resources and guidance required to complete the 501c3 application process without the need for an attorney. Instant Nonprofit's satisfaction rate is very high because they're not just here to make money, they're here to help people achieve their goals and dreams. We discuss financial first aid topics including budgeting, paying off debt, and creating a savings plan. We also touch on ways to deal with difficult money situations, such as unplanned expenses or unexpected job loss. I hope you enjoy this episode and that it helps you achieve your goals as a nonprofit leader. Listen and enjoy! Key Highlights: [00:05 - 08:04] Open Segment Christian shares his background and work. Christian's insights on starting and running a nonprofit organization. The importance of financial planning and management for nonprofits. [08:04 - 15:38] Providing Structure and Guidance to Nonprofits as They Start-Up The reasons why it is easy to start a nonprofit and that the key to succeed Christian breaks down the five stages of the nonprofit life cycle What people can do when they want to start a nonprofit organization but don't have the time or resources   [15:38 - 23:19] You're Not Just doing This for You, You're Doing it For The Cause Why nonprofit founders should be kind to themselves and be grateful for the opportunity to help others Christian discloses a three-step process for starting a nonprofit What services Instant Nonprofit company offers How you can inspire, educate and motivate your audience   [23:19 - 28:33] The Nonprofit Sector Has a History of Helping Others The importance of learning about nonprofit work and how to best serve others. Why teaching people how to achieve success is something people need to hear. Christian provides motivation for starting a nonprofit by outlining the benefits of doing so     [28:33 - 29:20] Closing Segment The different types of stress and how they can impact people's lives. Ways to reduce or manage stress in order to improve one's overall well-being Want to connect with Christian? Follow him on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.   Let's get connected!  Website: http://financial1st-aid.com Email:  Vmccoyesq@financial1st-aid.com    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Financial1st-Aid-108554114941620 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vera-mccoy-62917967/  LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants to move from bankrupt to abundance. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, iTunes, or wherever you get your podcasts!  Key Quotes: “The five stages of nonprofit growth are inspiration, education, motivation, engagement, and sustainability.” - Christian LeFer “We all have this hidden potential inside of us that we don't reall know about. We just have to find it and activate it.” - Christian LeFer “Entrepreneurship can be started from doing something that is not your original passion or interest.” - Christian LeFer

“Learning to make the right choices that lead to good outcomes puts you in the position for success early on in life.” - John Terry   A two-time martial arts Hall of Fame inductee, John brings years of black belt experience to helping people, young and old, discover and develop the Black Belt Leader within and lead themselves with Black Belt Excellence.  They can then use their leadership and influence to create high-performance, people-centric, values-based, non-leader-dependent teams and make an impact right where they are. John brings a warm sense of humor and a quick wit that immediately connects with his audience as he delivers an insightful message that inspires and motivates while challenging those in the audience to grow and aspire to greatness. A best-selling author and in-demand international public speaker, John serves as an Executive Director and President's Advisory Council member with The John Maxwell Team. He is also a DISC-certified human behavior consultant, a Real-Life Management Master Trainer, and a CTAA-Accredited Emotional Intelligence Coach & Practitioner. As a certified speaker, trainer, and coach, John applies the same "Black Belt" principles he learned in the martial arts to teach leadership, team-building, influence, and communication.  Although not everyone will earn a black belt in martial arts, John believes anyone can learn to live life as a Black Belt Leader in Life and live life with Black Belt Excellence.   After all...why JUST be a leader, when you can be a Black Belt Leader?  Listen to John and learn how to be a black belt leader!   [00:01 - 04:11] Opening Segment John Terry tells us more about a DISC-certified human behavior consultant He talks about the services that Black Belt Leadership offers [04:12 - 14:54] Martial Arts Lessons Applicable in Entrepreneurship John's love for martial arts led him to his entrepreneurial journey Here's the story These are the lessons in martial arts that are applicable to entrepreneurship John believes everyone has a “black belt leader” in them What keeps people from discovering the leader within themselves? [14:55 - 24:05] What Young Entrepreneurs Should Prioritize If you avail one of John's programs, this is what you will go through He gives us a sneak peek into his new book about mastering self-confidence Young entrepreneurs should listen to this piece of advice from John about starting out [24:06 - 28:40] “Educate, Motivate, and Inspire” Segment Being adaptive is as important as having a plan John explains Be educated, motivated, and inspired by these words from John! [28:41 - 30:19]  Wrapping Up!  Connect with John  Links below Final announcements   Email john.terry@beablackbeltleader.com to connect with John or follow him on LinkedIn. Check out Black Belt Leadership today to know more about leading yourself and others with BLACK BELT EXCELLENCE!   Resources Mentioned: Black Belt Leadership 101 Key Quotes “If you don't have discipline in your life, there, you're going to be all over the board. Structure, organization, and processes are what makes an organization successful.” - John Terry “Motivation is something that you got to be willing to do for yourself. You can look at outside influences that may motivate you for a moment, but you've got to find what it is that drives your passion..” - John Terry     Let's get connected!  Website: http://financial1st-aid.com Email:  Vmccoyesq@financial1st-aid.com    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Financial1st-Aid-108554114941620 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vera-mccoy-62917967/    LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants to move from bankrupt to abundance. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts!  

“Tomorrow is not promised. You don't know what tomorrow might bring or what might happen, so take action today.” - Aazim Sharp Aazim Sharp's credit crashed, alongside the housing market, back in 2008. As a result, he lost several homes to foreclosure and couldn't pay his expenses, ruining his credit. He knew right then that he had to do something to get his life back on track.  Aazim realized that traditional "credit repair" tactics were not working for him so he began studying how the credit system works. He realized there was information that the credit bureaus do not want the average consumer to know.  In the past several years he has been able to move his credit rating to “excellent” and has achieved quite a bit of success helping others go from bad to excellent credit. In today's world, almost every opportunity for financial security, success, and status is connected to your credit report. Most things you want for yourself or your family are connected to your credit. Your credit is connected to buying a house, buying a car, personal loans, and employment. How much you pay on those loans is determined by your credit. Today's traditional education fails to teach how important your credit rating is and how it can impact various other parts of your life. He receives a great deal of gratification when a client tells him an approval for their mortgage provided them with an opportunity to purchase a home closer to their kid's school. He feels privileged to know by helping people solve their credit problems they are able to reach their goals. That is the reason he started Leaf Credit Solutions. Listen to Aazim and learn how to fix your credit today!   [00:01 - 05:10] Opening Segment Why Aazim Sharp is helping people restore their credit What Aazim loves about entrepreneurship [05:11 - 10:30] Entrepreneurship vs. Day Jobs These are the lessons that Aazim learned from working a 9-5 job Is entrepreneurship for everyone? Listen to Aazim's take Listen to his tips to build systems and processes for your business [10:31 - 15:49] Credit Repair Tactics This is the pivotal moment that pushed Aazim to change careers Here's how Aazim's love for the law led him to start his company Aazim tried several ways to learn credit repair tactics Listen to his story [15:50 - 25:20] How to Fix Your Credit Aazim gives an interesting idea about achieving freedom through entrepreneurship If you're struggling with your credit, here's what you should do according to Aazim Your business will become a “glorified job” if this is what you're doing [25:21 - 32:27] “Educate, Motivate, and Inspire” Segment The resources that you can access to monitor your credit Aazim's messages to educate, motivate, and inspire the listeners The importance of accountability [32:28 - 34:06]  Wrapping Up!  Connect with Aazim Links below Final announcements Email as@LeafCreditSolutions.com to connect with Aazim or follow him on LinkedIn. Fix your credit now by visiting Leaf Credit Solutions.  Key Quotes “If you have to physically be there [in your business] every day, that's not a business.” - Aazim Sharp “Perseverance builds character.” - Aazim Sharp   Let's get connected!  Website: http://financial1st-aid.com Email:  Vmccoyesq@financial1st-aid.com    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Financial1st-Aid-108554114941620 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vera-mccoy-62917967/    LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants to move from bankrupt to abundance. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts!  

“As an entrepreneur, you have to make tough decisions. and most of those tough decisions are financial decisions.” - Vera McCoy   Phil Pelucha belongs to the top 1% of income earners in his niche for the past decade. He founded the Billionaires in Boxers to help service-based businesses achieve celebrity authority status.  I thought I would do a twist on my podcast and feature it with Phil, who is also a podcast host. His “Billionaires in Boxers Global" is a top 100 podcast with episodes totaling more than 10,000 hours, over 500,000 monthly downloads, and one million TV series views.  I had a great time and I'd love for you to listen!   [00:01 - 05:39] Opening Segment I talk about my mission in starting the Financial 1st Aid Podcast Listen to the story behind my catchphrase in this podcast [05:40 - 15:39] How to Rebuild Your Business After Bankruptcy Here's the reality about entrepreneurship that you should hear We talk about learning more from our failures than our successes One of the first steps to take to rebuild your business after going bankrupt [15:40 - 25:37] Bankruptcy Can Be a Good Decision  Should you go straight into entrepreneurship? Listen to my story! Are you struggling in your entrepreneurship journey? Don't miss our tips here Why filing for bankruptcy may be a good business decision [25:38 - 30:57] How to Avoid Bankruptcy Why multiple streams of income are important for business owners Here are some tips to avoid going bankrupt The services that we offer for new and experienced entrepreneurs [30:58 - 34:43]  Wrapping Up!  Connect with me Links below Final announcements Key Quotes “I feel like you learn more from the failures than you do your successes.” - Phil Pelucha “We shouldn't be embarrassed or ashamed of [failure]. There's a lot of support out there...” - Phil Pelucha   Resource mentioned Book: Losing My Virginity   Let's get connected!  Website: http://financial1st-aid.com Email:  Vmccoyesq@financial1st-aid.com    Facebook (Business): https://www.facebook.com/Financial1st-Aid-108554114941620 Facebook (Personal): https://www.facebook.com/vera.mccoy.904  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vera-mccoy-62917967/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=vera+mccoy      LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants to move from bankrupt to abundance. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts!  

“The world is in a state of great flux…we're having exponential impact on the world by helping each of our clients to help their clients.” - Robert Grigore “So many people are sold the dream on one pillar of the business, thinking that that's going to take them to success when in reality, it takes multiple pillars to create that successful company.” - Kyle Kruger   There are so many masterminds and coaching programs that promise you success, but only a handful will give you the tangible results you're looking for. How to find those kinds of programs then? Robert Grigore and Kyle Kruger have spent thousands of dollars in coaching programs and masterminds so you don't have to do the same. Currently, they help solopreneurs in unleashing their potential by sharing with them relevant knowledge and practical skills to build a business the right way.  They are here to talk about their journey to entrepreneurship, the challenges they needed to overcome, and the lessons they learned from their exciting journeys.  Tune in now and learn how to build a business without spending so much on masterminds!   [00:01 - 05:03] Opening Segment Here's why I invited Robert Grigore and Kyle Kruger in our podcast Robert and Kyle give us a sneak peek into their company Why solopreneurs hire them  [05:04 - 10:34] Joining Mastermind Groups Robert breaks down how his kind of therapy heals people from their traumas Here's how he got his nickname, “The Celebrity Saviour” Kyle tells the story behind his connection with Robert His thoughts about mastermind groups Why Robert became an entrepreneur despite being a therapist by profession [10:35 - 15:27] Building a 7-Figure Business These are the alternative wealth-generating investments that Kyle has tried What's special about their approach to coaching entrepreneurs? The reality about building a 7-figure business according to Robert and Kyle [15:28 - 25:58] Educating Yourself About Business This is what happens when you help your clients in helping their own set of clients Listen to what Robert has said Should you be a niche expert or a jack-of-all-trades person? Find out from Robert what you should do while starting a business  Pay for an expert instead of an informational product Kyle tells us why [25:59 - 32:24] Building a Legacy Why knowing your market should be one of the first steps you should take Are you still contemplating working on that business idea on your mind? Here's Robert and Kyle's message for you The importance of giving back to the community [32:25 - 33:03]  Wrapping Up!  Connect with Robert and Kyle Links below Final announcements Email kyle@kmkadvisors.com to connect with Kyle and reach out to Robert at robert@milliondollarquantum.com.    Kyle can be reached through his social media platforms: LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. You can also connect with Robert on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.  Key Quotes “If you ask any really, really successful entrepreneur what was the key to [their] success, almost every single time they're gonna say, ‘my teams.'” - Robert Grigore “Instead of paying for an informational product, pay for an expert that's already really good at that thing that you're trying to learn about…then ask them questions through the process.” - Kyle Kruger   Resources mentioned One Stop Academy   Let's get connected!  Website: http://financial1st-aid.com Email:  Vmccoyesq@financial1st-aid.com    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Financial1st-Aid-108554114941620 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vera-mccoy-62917967/      LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants to move from bankrupt to abundance. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts!  

“If your dreams are big enough, you're gonna start to see some very creative ways to get what you want for a lot cheaper.” - Kyle Duelund Kyle Duelund, together with his partner, Janie Grenier, works with motivated spirits just like yours who want to leave their day jobs and embrace the entrepreneurial adventure. In other words, he offers guidance and support to individuals to make them realize their dreams! His purpose is “Now, For Tomorrow, For The Lifestyle You Deserve,” which can be rooted in his primary motivations for diving into entrepreneurship even before he graduated from college. In the context of real estate education, he aims to set new standards by designing the best systems for the communities we serve. Kyle is here to provide a couple of actionable steps for aspiring entrepreneurs, as well as pieces of advice for them to not only start successfully in their endeavors but also to maintain the life that they want to live.  Tune in now and learn how to succeed as a first-time entrepreneur!   [00:01 - 06:06] Opening Segment How to invest in real estate the right way Kyle Duelund explains Why Kyle pursued a career as an entrepreneur [06:07 - 17:37] From Mindset into Concrete Actions Kyle retired even before he graduated from college How was this possible? This is the best piece of advice that Kyle can give to entrepreneurs How to turn the right mindset into concrete actions The importance of joining a community of like-minded people Here's a practical step from Kyle to create your vision [17:38 - 28:51] The Key to Freedom How to buy your dream house that generates passive income Learn more about Kyle's program Why buying your first property is the biggest financial mistake you can make What you should know about the Neighborhood Assistance Corporation of America Are you hiring people for your business? Don't miss this insight from Kyle Kyle drops several tips for first-time entrepreneurs [28:52 - 35:54] The Lifestyle You Deserve How to “buy assets and rent liabilities” according to Kyle This is a website that first-time homebuyers can visit Link below The 2 golden rules of real estate investing according to Kyle Connect with Kyle Links below [35:55 - 37:53]  Wrapping Up!  What's next for Kyle Final announcements   Email kyle@nowfortomorrow.clubto connect with Kyle or follow him on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram. Do you want to create cash flow and be financially free? Visit J/K Real Estate Partners now! Key Quotes “Get an accountability partner…someone who won't let you give up.” - Kyle Duelund “You need to know your vision…and then from there, once you get that vision board, find people who have [their visions] in their lives already. Ask them how they got their [vision].” - Kyle Duelund   Resources mentioned DOWNLOAD FOR FREE resources from Kyle about entrepreneurship Neighborhood Assistance Corporation of America Jim Rohn Tony Robbins Les Brown   Let's get connected!  Website: http://financial1st-aid.com Email:  Vmccoyesq@financial1st-aid.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Financial1st-Aid-108554114941620 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vera-mccoy-62917967/    LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants to move from bankrupt to abundance. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts!  

“Starting my own gig or my own business is pretty much like heading into a [serious] committed relationship. It requires work from both parties. It requires attention. It's a commitment...” - Michelle Clarke   When we think of improv theater, we think of it as a form of art and entertainment, not realizing that it offers lessons that can be applied to any business. We have Michelle Clarke, a global online facilitator, speaker, and leadership coach, to tell us how exactly it can be done.    Michelle's vision is to help entrepreneurs capitalize on what she believes is the “best accelerator to success,” an emotionally intelligent personal brand. Her own personal branding now allows her to hit the road regularly, travel the globe, and deliver thought leadership, training, and workshops designed to help her clients become better leaders.   Tune in now to learn how to apply improv theater to your business!   [00:01 - 04:45] Opening Segment We started with unraveling Michelle Clarke's vision for her business She talks about the services that her company offers   [04:46 - 14:04] Improve Theater and Business Improv theater can be applied to business teams too Michelle tells us how The workplace is changing and here's how you can adapt Here's the reality about entrepreneurship that aspiring entrepreneurs should know The adjustments in lifestyle and mindset you need to take The effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on her business   [14:05 - 19:51] Recipes for a Successful Business Michelle shares how she ended up in Chile after originally living in South Africa Today is the perfect time to start a business despite the pandemic Michelle tells us why If you have this thing in you, chances are you will be successful according to Michelle Find out what's this thing she is talking about    [19:52 - 29:47] How to Improve as an Entrepreneur How to turn your passion projects into an attractive professional portfolio Here's the two-word question to ask to improve your entrepreneurial skills The importance of building your own team to grow your business   [29:48 - 34:59]  Wrapping Up!  Michelle drops a ton of golden nuggets for your inspiration, education, and motivation Don't miss them! Connect with Michelle Links below Final announcements Email motivcoach@gmail.com to connect with Michelle. Follow her on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Visit her website to know more about the services of your MotivCoach!  Key Quotes   “If one has a passion for something, that is usually a great precursor for success.” - Michelle Clarke   “What I find being an entrepreneur [is the] need to keep educating myself.” - Michelle Clarke     Let's get connected!  Website: http://financial1st-aid.com Email:  Vmccoyesq@financial1st-aid.com    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Financial1st-Aid-108554114941620 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vera-mccoy-62917967/      LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants to move from bankrupt to abundance. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts!  

“If you are driven with a passion to succeed in a certain area…you are going to have the courage to step out and face and do whatever you can one decision at a time to overcome the next obstacle...” - Anna Kelley   Being a woman in the real estate industry poses several unique challenges that may seem hard to overcome at first. This is why Anna Kelley is on a mission to help women in real estate make wise and conservative decisions to reduce investment risks and help them buy their first rental properties.     Anna is a 3X Amazon #1 best-selling author and a frequent guest on real estate investing podcasts. She speaks at real estate communities around the country to discuss buy & hold investing, multifamily investing, vacation rentals, creative financing, and flipping projects.   She started with no money and climbed out of the 2008 crisis to create financial freedom through real estate. This experience ignited her passion to help others do the same. The name of the book she co-authored "Resilience: Turning Your Setback into a Comeback" is exactly what Financial 1st Aid is all about!   Learn from Anna's story how you can be successful in real estate too!   [00:01 - 05:28] Opening Segment Anna Kelley tells the story behind her company's name Why Anna ventured into entrepreneurship She also talks about her first taste of investment   [05:29 - 15:32] The Highs and Lows of Investing Anna talks about her mindset to keep her focus on real estate investing She shares her experience as a first-time landlord  Anna reveals how her family navigated the 2008 economic crisis   [15:33 - 20:36] The Importance of Having a Deep “Why” Anna's approach to dealing with challenges that you can apply to your life Find out from Anna the fund that you should never touch Do not miss this piece of advice from Anna on starting a new business   [20:37 - 30:29] Why Start Small in Real Estate Investing How Anna leveraged the uncomfortable feeling of giving up to change her life Anna reveals the biggest investment mistake she committed What did she learn from this mistake? How women can achieve “extraordinary success” according to Anna   [30:30 - 36:07]  Wrapping Up!  Make being courageous and confident your habit Here's why Connect with Anna Links below Final announcements Email info@reimom.com or call (844) I GET MOM to reach out to Anna. Follow her on LinkedIn and Facebook. Check out Greater Purpose Capital to know more about passive multifamily investing.    Visit her online educational platform for coaching and speaking engagements. Key Quotes   “When you're in financial crisis, [we] need food and shelter, and we need love.” - Anna Kelley   “If you don't really have something that compels you every day to walk through the mud, to climb every hurdle…you will quit.” - Anna Kelley       Let's get connected!  Website: http://financial1st-aid.com Email:  Vmccoyesq@financial1st-aid.com    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Financial1st-Aid-108554114941620 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vera-mccoy-62917967/      LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants to move from bankrupt to abundance. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts!  

“People are inspired by your ability to share your personal story, to make them join your journey...” - Lynn Lewis, PhD Welcome to Financial 1st Aid hosted by Vera McCoy! Insurance has always been a great safety net for entrepreneurs who are venturing in such a high-risk endeavor. The challenge for them though is choosing the right policy for their current needs and situation. This is the challenge that Lynn Lewis, PhD, wants to address. Lynn is the founder of InvoBH, which provides all types of insurance with a strong focus on health insurance for small businesses. She came to the United States 19.5 years ago from New Zealand after her graduate studies. Today, she joins our host Vera McCoy to walk us through her journey in building her own company and her vision of providing insurance to all the entrepreneurs she can reach.  Listen to this episode and plan your insurance policy now! [00:01 - 04:55] Opening Segment Let's get to know Lynn Lewis, PhD How she started her own company The services that InvoBH offers [04:56 - 14:45] Insurance Policies for Entrepreneurs Lynn talks about the qualifications to be an insurance agent The driving force that has kept Lynn to take action everyday The different insurance policies available for entrepreneurs Why you should be insured right now [14:46 - 23:18] The Reality About Starting a Company The reality about building your own company The truth about balancing business and family  The messages that Lynn wants you to hear today [23:19 - 25:33]  Wrapping Up!  Connect with Lynn! Links below Final announcements Email llewis@invobh.com or follow her on LinkedIn. Check out InvoBH to know more about the different insurance policies you can avail for your entrepreneurial journey.  Key Quotes “Ever treasure your uniqueness. Don't ever give it up ...” - Lynn Lewis, PhD “The thing we have control of 24/7 is our time. How we view our time to monetize that, that's a huge decision point.” - Lynn Lewis, PhD     Let's get connected!  Website: http://financial1st-aid.com Email:  Vmccoyesq@financial1st-aid.com    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Financial1st-Aid-108554114941620 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vera-mccoy-62917967/      LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants to move from bankrupt to abundance. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts!

“At the end of the day, our goal is to teach you financial freedom through trading.” - Ryan Nocera Welcome to Financial 1st Aid hosted by Vera McCoy! Stock trading may seem complex and daunting for beginners, and that's normal. Ryan Nocera is an experienced stock trader who helps business professionals double their stock trading accounts within 30 minutes–guaranteed. No matter what the overall market does and regardless if his clients are novice or experienced independent traders, Ryan helps them earn more than six figures, year after year, using his simple Three-Step Trading Process at Precision Trading Labs. His process does not involve a lot of risks, but can generate high returns. His clients don't need to be glued to a computer screen 24/7 or read complex charts, but they understand what it takes to achieve financial freedom. How awesome is that?  Listen to Ryan and learn how to earn six figures in 30 minutes! [00:01 - 02:12] Opening Segment Let's get to know Ryan Nocera How to achieve financial freedom [02:13 - 14:11] Journey to Financial Freedom Here's the story of how Ryan's team came up with their company name It is related to how they trade in the stock market Why Ryan pursued entrepreneurship The challenges that Ryan needed to overcome as an entrepreneur His advice for aspiring entrepreneurs [14:12 - 19:03] The Reality About Stock Trading Should you hire a mentor? Listen to Ryan's thoughts What people should realize about stock trading Here's how much you should invest initially in stock trading [19:04 - 24:00] The Right Mindset to Stock Trading Act as if you own the stock market according to Ryan Ordinary citizens can still succeed in stock trading and here's how The only time that a person will fail [24:01 - 26:26]  Wrapping Up!  Connect with Ryan Links below Final announcements Email ryan.nocera@gmail.com or call 1-201-424-9506 to reach out to Ryan or follow him on LinkedIn. Check out Precision Trading Labs to learn Ryan's process in trading in the stock market! Download the guide to his Three-Step Trading Process here: http://www.precisiontradinglabs.com  Key Quotes “When you wanna do something…start small.” - Ryan Nocera “You'll learn more from one conversation with a business owner than buying a course or watching a YouTube video.” - Ryan Nocera     Let's get connected!  Website: http://financial1st-aid.com Email:  Vmccoyesq@financial1st-aid.com    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Financial1st-Aid-108554114941620 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vera-mccoy-62917967/      LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants to move from bankrupt to abundance. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts!  

“You have to stop and relax, go outside…and just connect to nature again and then realize what you accomplished that day. Praise yourself.” - Ramona Mooney Welcome to Financial 1st Aid hosted by Vera McCoy! All people are powerful enough to change their lives for the better, but not all of them know how to extract that power within them and turn it into concrete actions. This is where our guest, Ramona Mooney, comes in.  Ramona, the founder of Pasha's Salon, applies her creative talents to operate her own custom clothing and custom home interiors business for 30 years already. In 2019, she became a speaker, teacher, and coach certified by John Maxwell, sharing her expertise on leadership and holistic happiness to entrepreneurs and companies alike. Ramona brings her knowledge and experience in helping entrepreneurs achieve personal and financial growth in this informative and inspiring interview with our host, Vera McCoy.   Listen to Ramona and learn to discover the power inside you! [00:01 - 04:30] Opening Segment Let's get to know Ramona Mooney She talks about the services offered by Pasha's Salon [04:31 - 09:39] Overcoming Bankruptcy Ramona looks back on her journey to becoming an entrepreneur How to overcome challenges that arise in pursuing entrepreneurship Make being enthusiastic a habit This is what Ramona did when she become bankrupt [09:40 - 19:40] Understanding Your Own Power How a list of things to do has changed Ramona's life The 3 levels of understanding your own power Ramona shares some tips to avoid distractions inside the home [19:41 - 25:14] Taking a Break You have been worrying too much about everything Here's what you need to do The importance of taking a break as an entrepreneur Here's how to accelerate your personal and financial growth [25:15 - 28:01]  Wrapping Up!  Connect with Ramona Links below Final announcements Email coaching@pasha.com and info@pashacoach.com to reach out to Ramona or follow her on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Check out Pasha's Salon to learn more about her work.  Key Quotes “I would have skipped the times that I worried…I would not let other people's opinions affect me too much.” - Ramona Mooney “You should be able to make some progress everyday.” - Ramona Mooney Resources Mentioned: Book: Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself     Let's get connected!  Website: http://financial1st-aid.com Email:  Vmccoyesq@financial1st-aid.com    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Financial1st-Aid-108554114941620 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vera-mccoy-62917967/      LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants to move from bankrupt to abundance. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts!  

“Be inspired and just continue putting on what you've done and count your winnings on a daily [basis].” - C. F. Jackson Welcome to Financial 1st Aid hosted by Vera McCoy! Building credibility, authority, and brand awareness via television can be considered a diversion to the social media-heavy approach that many entrepreneurs are taking today.  C.F. Jackson, the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of iDefine TV, is a leading entrepreneur who helps content creators position themselves as experts in their fields by publishing their work on Roku, the fastest growing and most popular streaming media technology. She joins our host Vera McCoy, Esq. to tell her inspiring story and offer practical tips to financial success in a manner that was only available for the ultra-rich before. Listen to this episode and learn from C.F. how to be successful in television! [00:01 - 02:19] Opening Segment Let's get to know C. F. Jackson The story behind iDefine TV [02:20 - 08:29] Publishing Her Own Work C.F. tells us the secrets of getting in on television It's not as hard as you think! She talks about her humble beginnings as an entrepreneur Why she decided to publish on her own C.F. tells us how she learned how to navigate the marketing world [08:30 - 14:44] Redefining Television C.F. reveals the reasons she chose television as her platform The challenges she needed to overcome when she left corporate Are you a newbie entrepreneur?  Here's a book you can read right now [14:45 - 19:55]  Wrapping Up!  C.F. sends a message to entrepreneurs that you don't want to miss! Connect with C.F.! Links below Final announcements Email C.F. at cf@idefinetv.com or call her at 678-636-9422. You can also follow her on LinkedIn and visit iDefine TV to know more about her work. You can also check them out on Twitter @WontBeDenied and @iDefineTV.  Key Quotes “Don't try to do everything out of the gate because you can hold on too long.”  - C. F. Jackson “Do events. Make sure you're around like-minded people.” - C. F. Jackson Resources Mentioned: Book: The E-Myth Revisited FREE resource guide from C.F. here     Let's get connected!  Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/Financial1st-Aid-108554114941620 YouTube:   https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=vera+mccoy Vera's Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/vera.mccoy.904 Vera's LinkedIn:    https://www.linkedin.com/in/vera-mccoy-62917967/       LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants to move from bankrupt to abundance. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts!  

Did you know that your mindset around money can affect how you deal with your finances? Financial success is not just determined by external factors but by internal ones as well. Today's guest is Cathy Derksen, Founder of Inspired Tenacity. She is an author, coach, mentor, and financial planner helping women tap into their greatness and achieve financial security. Her message is that our attitude and perspective around money affect how we plan and deal with our finances. Cathy joins host Vera McCoy, Esq. to explain how a change in mindset can lead to a change in our financial situation. Listen in and learn more about her view on attracting money success.

Finding capital is one of the biggest challenges that any new business owner encounters. When Jurie Van Rensburg left his 9-5 corporate job to become an entrepreneur, it's certainly one of the challenges he faced. When you burn all bridges and decide to become an entrepreneur fulltime, you will not have the same team support that you had with your old job. There are a lot of things up-and-coming entrepreneurs struggle with. Learn how to mitigate those things as Vera McCoy, Esq. brings in Jurie to explain. Jurie is the CEO of JVR Consultants Ltd and he helps entrepreneurs raise capital. Join in and learn more about this plus some lessons and insights that every budding entrepreneur needs to hear.

If you want to protect yourself and your family financially, then understanding insurance policies is a great way to start. Knowing and understanding your insurance policy will give you the know-how to leverage it effectively. In this episode, Vera McCoy, Esq. sits down for an interview with Steven LaBroi, Chief Strategist of The LaBroi Insurance Group, LLC. Steven discusses insurance, its historic roots, different products, and how to leverage these effectively. A great episode to listen to if you are looking into learning more about your insurance policy.

Do you want to achieve financial control? Then you need to learn infinite banking. The show's guest today is Scott Schwarz, a 30-year veteran of the insurance and financial services industry and the Founder of Never Too Much Money. Scott talks with Vera McCoy, Esq. about how infinite banking is the process of spending each dollar twice. You can get rid of personal debt and invest with the same dollars! Tune in and listen to Scott's testimony of how infinite banking saved his life from ruin. 

People see these hotshot business owners all over the media, dumping their money into things that won't work. Just because they can make it work, that doesn't mean it will work for everyone. This can oftentimes lead to bankruptcy. You have to narrow in on what makes your business important to people. What is the message that you want to market to your audience? To help you with that is marketing strategy consultant David Baer. David is the Co-Founder of The Prepared Group. He helps business owners double their figures with proper and strategic marketing. Join your host, Vera McCoy, Esq. and her guest David on how to narrow down your marketing plan. Learn the pitfalls many business owners make, David included. And how you can bounce back from bankruptcy.

No matter how good your product is or how great you are at the service you provide, creating marketing content for it may not come as easily. But what if there was a tool that could help you do just that and all in under 60 seconds? Suzette Bailey is the co-founder of SimpleMarketing.AI, where she helps business owners create quality marketing content in under a minute! By using world-leading AI, she helps businesses short on marketing and technical skills by giving them a tool that does it for them. In this episode, Suzette joins Vera McCoy, Esq. to talk about her entrepreneurial journey and explains the importance of content marketing and what you can do to make it work easier for you. It's all about working smarter not harder. Stay tuned as she also gives insightful advice for people just getting started in their business. 

More and more women are breaking into the real estate scene. Join Vera McCoy, Esq. and the co-founder of Derosa Group, Liz Faircloth, as they delve into how women can be great real estate entrepreneurs and gain financial freedom through real estate. Liz is the host of The Real Estate InvestHER Show podcast. She gives inspiration for women investors in living balanced lives and financial advice in entering the real estate space. Liz talks about tough things we experience throughout the years in our professional journey and how it's important to continue growing despite all the challenges we might face. She delves into how her business thrived during the pandemic due to a lot of reasons. 

If you're in a mess right now, go back to your identity and purpose. The show's guest today, shares with Vera McCoy, Esq. how spirituality helped her to recover. Nina Venturella is a nutritionist, instructor, personal trainer and award-winning author of Unveiled Truth. Nina experienced a point in her life when her health, marriage, finances, and business were all failing. Join in the conversation and discover how God helped her rediscover her identity. When you know who you are and who you're created to be, you become stronger! Tune in and be rooted in your purpose.

The journey of financial freedom is not an easy one, but it starts with having the confidence to take action. In this episode, Vera McCoy, Esq. is joined by Sharon Lechter, serial entrepreneur and founder/CEO of Pay Your Family First, a financial education organization focused on empowering families to build a wealthier future. She is a bestselling author of multiple financial books. Her latest project, Exit Rich: The 6 P Method to Sell Your Business for Huge Profit, helps business owners build value and truly own a sustainable, scalable, and saleable business. Tune in and gain valuable insight on how you can become the authority of your financial stability and achieve financial freedom straight from an expert.

Your business is like a baby. It will test you, but you will never abandon it. No matter how hard things get, you have to have the resilience to handle it. Maybe make a few life pivots here and there, but you have to take care of it. Join this episode with guest Adam Markel to talk about the power of resilience. Adam is a recovering attorney and entrepreneur and is the Founder of More Love Media. He is also the best-selling author of the book, Pivot. Adam's mission is to provide individuals with the tools to leverage resilience. Learn how to build long-term relationships and how to pivot yourself through life. Discover the power of resilience today!

If you are an entrepreneur who doesn't know how to balance its high and lows, then you might be in the wrong career. This is why those who succeed in this scene know the right level of courage and motivation in embracing failure. For Tom Matzen, these lowest points served as his springboard to improve himself and his business as a whole. He joins Vera McCoy, Esq. to look back on the biggest lessons he learned after filing bankruptcy twice and having a challenging time finding the right people to join his team. Tom explains how overcoming difficult times as a business owner is the best way to hone your skills, especially when providing value to the target market and waging war against giant corporations.

The road to financial freedom can start from any place, even rock bottom. This episode's guest will tell you how having to file for bankruptcy doesn't mean the end to one's hopes and aspirations. In this episode, Vera McCoy, Esq., is joined by Dr. Erin Hudson, who shares her journey from bankruptcy to financial freedom through real estate. Dr. Erin is a managing partner of Quattro Capital, whose mission is to amplify wealth and amplify life. Dr. Erin believes that you can be whatever you want to be if you're willing to shoulder through hardships because blessings are waiting for you right around the corner. Listen to this episode and learn how you, too, can earn your freedom! 

If you are good at or love doing something, there's nothing better than to start making money out of it. Chasing your passions and integrating them with the most effective marketing strategies is a straight path towards success. Mediapreneur David Simons shares what it really takes to discover your gift, get out of a position that you don't enjoy, and find what can be considered your "dream job." He talks about his inspiring journey on sticking with his deep love for digital marketing that allowed him to get out of Corporate America and start his own business venture. David also dissects what must be done to achieve such a fantastic result, from the right way of building a successful entrepreneurial mindset, discovering the why behind your career, and learning how to elevate yourself using affirmative thoughts.

If an entrepreneur focuses on delivering a positive impact to a specific target audience and even the community as a whole, nothing can ever go wrong. Do this, and everything will naturally fall in place, from a huge following to bigger revenue. Diving deep into this mission with Vera McCoy, Esq. is five-time best-selling author and CEO of Professional Impact, Wendy Lipton-Dibner. Wendy unravels how upholding her integrity above the desire of money-making allowed her to overcome financial difficulties and fully understand what it takes to serve others. She explains how aspiring entrepreneurs can make a real impact with their chosen paths by knowing how to delegate work, dedicating their offers to solving a particular problem, and learning how to measure success.

Who would have thought that filing bankruptcy – twice – can serve as a springboard to a better life? This is exactly what Jennifer I. Grimson did. As a single mother who lost everything twice because of divorce, she managed to find success in real estate the second time around, rebuilding everything that she has lost. Sitting down with Vera McCoy, Esq., Jennifer looks back on how she used short-term rentals to build her own small empire and creating over $1.4 million in income, producing investments with nothing more than a W2 and grit. She also shares her amazing work at Micro Empires, where she helps fellow real estate people pull back the curtain on the path to financial independence and unveil the most valuable investing secrets.

The entrepreneurial path can be quite a treacherous ride. It is inevitable not to get bumps and bruises along the way. Some even had to file for bankruptcy. Even so, these shouldn't stop you from pursuing business success. Kicking off the show to a great start, host Vera McCoy, Esq. is joined by a retired attorney, Jeff Saper. As someone who has assisted over 1700 families and small businesses either wipe out or restructure their debt, Jeff provides some valuable insights around bankruptcy and how we can overcome this seemingly endpoint for many entrepreneurs. He breaks down the bankruptcy code and each chapter you must get yourself familiar with. He also discusses when you may need to file bankruptcy and what happens when, if push comes to shove, you don't.