Financially Intentional

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/338228/open_sms] In today's episode, I’m excited to have Kadeem Leslie with us today. Kadeem shares his incredible journey from Jamaica to achieving financial freedom before 30. He talks about the challenges he faced growing up, the pivotal moments that shaped his path, and the strategies he used to build multiple streams of income. From starting a property management company to investing in vending machines and real estate. About our guest: Kadeem Leslie is an entrepreneur, real estate investor, author of bestseller, Full Student, and educator on financial freedom. His companies manage over $7 million AUM. His philosophy of FULL challenges people to live their best year, every year, while maximizing their time, impact, physique, earnings, and happiness in the process. He is also an accomplished cellist, having played for over 10 years and for many heads of state.  * Kadeem Leslie's site and book [https://thefullauthor.com/] * Kadeem Leslie's IG [https://www.instagram.com/iamkade_/] Support the show [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/naseema] --- Check Intentional Style here: https://www.intentionalstylesuite.com/ [https://www.intentionalstylesuite.com/] Please join me here, and follow me on social media, Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/financiallyintentional/], and Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/financiallyintentionalbiz]. Need help getting started on your path to financial freedom? Start Here [http://freeguide.financiallyintentional.com/] Join the Financially Intentional Community [https://www.facebook.com/groups/financiallyintentional/] Oh and please subscribe and leave a review on whatever app you're using to stream this podcast. Get my book Smart Money [https://amzn.to/3iMxTCy]

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/338228/open_sms] In today's episode, I sit down with my friend and mentor Hilary Hendershott, a super smart financial expert who helps women build wealth. Hilary shares how she went from being deep in debt and losing her home to becoming a millionaire and teaching others how to win with money. We talk about why so many people, especially women, feel left out when it comes to money, and how changing the way you think about it can totally change your life. About our guest: Hilary Hendershott, MBA, CFP®, is the founder and Chief Advisor at Hendershott Wealth Management, a fee-only firm dedicated to helping women and couples achieve financial freedom through personalized, tax-aware investment strategies. With over two decades of experience, Hilary’s evidence-based, compassionate approach simplifies the complexities of money and empowers clients to reduce financial stress and grow their wealth. As a fiduciary, she puts her clients' best interests first—eschewing commissions and proprietary products—and has earned a 94.96% retention rate among high-net-worth clients over the past five years. Hilary’s passion for financial empowerment is deeply personal. After losing her condo to foreclosure and facing nearly $600,000 in debt, she rebuilt her life by transforming her money mindset, ultimately creating the Money Operating System® to help others do the same. She’s been named one of Investopedia’s Top 100 Financial Advisors for six straight years, is a Top 40 Under 40 Entrepreneur in Silicon Valley, a TEDx speaker, and the host of the Love, your Money® podcast. Hilary’s work has been featured in major media outlets including The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, NBC, and FOX. She holds an MBA from Santa Clara University and lives between California and Puerto Rico with her husband, daughter, and two cats. Hendershott Wealth Management [https://hendershottwealth.com] Support the show [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/naseema] --- Check Intentional Style here: https://www.intentionalstylesuite.com/ [https://www.intentionalstylesuite.com/] Please join me here, and follow me on social media, Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/financiallyintentional/], and Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/financiallyintentionalbiz]. Need help getting started on your path to financial freedom? Start Here [http://freeguide.financiallyintentional.com/] Join the Financially Intentional Community [https://www.facebook.com/groups/financiallyintentional/] Oh and please subscribe and leave a review on whatever app you're using to stream this podcast. Get my book Smart Money [https://amzn.to/3iMxTCy]

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/338228/open_sms] In today's episode, I talk with my friend Shang Saavedra, who saved enough money to retire by the age of 31! We talk about her new book Wealth Is a Mindset, why talking about money is so important, and how growing up shaped the way she thinks about money today. Shang shares how she and her husband lived simply so they could save more, and how her health scare made her rethink everything. We also talk about how your thoughts and feelings can affect your money habits and why it’s never too late to change. About our guest: Shang Saavedra is a published book author and the founder and CEO of Save My Cents, a nationally recognized personal finance expert. Shang finished saving for her retirement by the age of 31, and is America's leading expert on saving a retirement with joy. Shang's insights have been published by Business Insider, CNBC, Forbes, Fox Business, USA Today, Time / NextAdvisor, Nasdaq, and more. Previously, Shang worked for L.E.K. Consulting, Victoria's Secret, and CVS Health. Shang received her bachelor's degree in economics from Harvard and her MBA from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business. Her book, Wealth Is a Mindset, published in January 2025 with Third State Books. Save My Cents [https://savemycents.com/] Wealth Is a Mindset [https://savemycents.com/book/] No Spend Challenge [https://savemycents.kit.com/nospendchallenge] Support the show [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/naseema] --- Check Intentional Style here: https://www.intentionalstylesuite.com/ [https://www.intentionalstylesuite.com/] Please join me here, and follow me on social media, Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/financiallyintentional/], and Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/financiallyintentionalbiz]. Need help getting started on your path to financial freedom? Start Here [http://freeguide.financiallyintentional.com/] Join the Financially Intentional Community [https://www.facebook.com/groups/financiallyintentional/] Oh and please subscribe and leave a review on whatever app you're using to stream this podcast. Get my book Smart Money [https://amzn.to/3iMxTCy]

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/338228/open_sms] In today's episode, I talk with the amazing Marty McDonald about how she went from working a regular job to building her own company and getting her brand into Target stores. Marty shares how she didn’t have all the answers but took bold steps, believed in herself, and kept going even when things got hard. We talk about what financial freedom really means, how to take smart risks, and why betting on yourself is always worth it. About our guest: Marty McDonald, founder of the verified platform Boss Women Media and creator of the Elle Olivia brand, successfully featured in Target stores. Marty is a pitch expert, business strategist, and trailblazing entrepreneur on a mission to help women and ambitious professionals build communities, bet on themselves, and achieve the extraordinary. Her brand, Boss Women Media, has cultivated a thriving network of women ready to level up in life and business, and she’s gearing up for the release of her highly anticipated book. With a proven track record of securing game-changing opportunities, including getting her own brand inside Target, Marty teaches people how to craft compelling narratives, articulate their value, and confidently land deals that transform their futures. She’s been featured on Side Hustle Pro and CBS Morning News and is renowned for creating platforms and communities that inspire and empower. Pre-order your copy of Audacious by Marty McDonald here [https://bosswomen.org/audacious] Support the show [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/naseema] --- Check Intentional Style here: https://www.intentionalstylesuite.com/ [https://www.intentionalstylesuite.com/] Please join me here, and follow me on social media, Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/financiallyintentional/], and Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/financiallyintentionalbiz]. Need help getting started on your path to financial freedom? Start Here [http://freeguide.financiallyintentional.com/] Join the Financially Intentional Community [https://www.facebook.com/groups/financiallyintentional/] Oh and please subscribe and leave a review on whatever app you're using to stream this podcast. Get my book Smart Money [https://amzn.to/3iMxTCy]

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/338228/open_sms] In today's episode, I talk with my good friend Leisa Peterson about her new book and how it helped me see money and life in a whole new way. We share real stories about how our past, especially stuff from childhood, can shape how we feel about money. We also talk about how hard it can be to grow when your partner isn’t changing with you, and why it’s okay to focus on your own path. About our guest: Leisa Peterson is a transformative coach and Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) specializing in combining spiritual wisdom with financial expertise. She guides entrepreneurs to million-dollar breakthroughs in their businesses, drawing from over 30 years of experience in coaching and finance. A self-made millionaire by her mid-30s, she authored the best-selling book "The Mindful Millionaire" and hosts a popular podcast. Recognized in Forbes as one of '10 Women Driving Growth in Wealth Management and Investing' for her impact in wealth management, Leisa's innovative approach is celebrated across major media platforms, helping clients navigate complex life challenges with strength and clarity. The Money Catalyst by Leisa Peterson [https://moneycatalystbook.com/] Wealth Clinic by Leisa Peterson [https://www.wealthclinic.com/vision] Support the show [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/naseema] --- Check Intentional Style here: https://www.intentionalstylesuite.com/ [https://www.intentionalstylesuite.com/] Please join me here, and follow me on social media, Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/financiallyintentional/], and Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/financiallyintentionalbiz]. Need help getting started on your path to financial freedom? Start Here [http://freeguide.financiallyintentional.com/] Join the Financially Intentional Community [https://www.facebook.com/groups/financiallyintentional/] Oh and please subscribe and leave a review on whatever app you're using to stream this podcast. Get my book Smart Money [https://amzn.to/3iMxTCy]