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KJ is a life-long entrepreneur who has made a lot of money, lost a lot of money, and found his way back again. If you’re looking for a sterile “how-to”, then you’ve come to wrong place. KJ and his guests will walk you through real life situations, told by the people who lived them, and they are as messy as they are inspiring. Each episode will offer lessons learned, advice on how to replicate successes and avoid pitfalls, and a new perspective to power your financial literacy. Far from a one size fits all, this podcast can help you build a roadmap to your personal promised land (milk and honey for some, whiskey and steak for others), and remind you that you’re not alone on the journey.
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Send us a text Is financial success simple but not easy? In this candid conversation, escrow officer Bryan Hearn opens up about his journey from financial struggles to stability while juggling career growth and raising three young daughters with his wife. Bryan's financial education began like many of ours – watching his parents (a saver father and spender mother) rather than through explicit money conversations. His early adulthood followed a familiar pattern: making money, spending freely,...
Send us a text Can your money mindset be the key to financial freedom? In today's special episode of Money Conversations with KJ, we promise to unveil the secrets to transforming your financial struggles into successes. Join us as we dissect the reasons why many people find themselves trapped in a relentless cycle of earning and spending without clear goals. From setting specific financial objectives to making your money work for you through investing, we'll guide you on how to break free fro...
Send us a text What if the financial habits you picked up from your parents are shaping your future more than you realize? Join "Money Conversations with KJ" as we welcome Kim Cooper, a wife, mom, and attorney, who takes us through her compelling journey of navigating financial literacy while raising a family. From the trials of single parenting in the early 80s to the triumphs of equipping her children with financial wisdom, Kim’s story underscores the critical importance of staying involved...
Send us a text Ever wondered how someone can rise from the challenges of a large, financially struggling family to a successful corporate career? Our guest Norvell McDonald shares his extraordinary journey that began in the bustling streets of New York City. His story, marked by resilience and determination, is a beacon of hope for anyone aspiring to overcome their starting point. Discover how Norvell's early dreams of escaping poverty led him to master goal-setting and achieve financial secu...
Send us a text Ever wondered how the subtle art of compound interest can revolutionize your financial destiny? Today's episode, featuring finance guru Aaron Banks, promises to equip you with the insights you need to turn your paycheck into a powerhouse of financial growth. We get personal about money management, sharing stories that shed light on the critical decisions that can lead to prosperity or peril. Our conversation ventures into the realm of young entrepreneurs, like a diligent house ...
Send us a text Ever been puzzled by the paradox of earning plenty yet still struggling to make ends meet? Aaron Banks joins me, KJ, to unravel this enigma and arm high earners caught in the paycheck-to-paycheck trap with actionable insights. We're not just talking about tightening those purse strings; we're discussing how to merge passion with side hustles, make your mark in job interviews by presenting your unique value, and the fine art of salary negotiation. Get ready to redefine financial...
Send us a text Have you ever wondered why even those with six-figure incomes can feel the money crunch at the end of the month? Join me, KJ, and my insightful sidekick, Mr. Aaron Banks, as we dissect the perplexing trend of affluent Americans tethered to the paycheck to paycheck lifestyle. Our latest episode of Money Conversations walks you through the maze of lifestyle inflation, the subtle pitfalls of 'keeping up with the Joneses,' and why budgeting is not just a practice for those on a tig...
Send us a text Unlock the door to financial freedom with our latest episode, where Cathy and I dissect the pervasive myths surrounding the paycheck to paycheck lifestyle in my just released book, "Breaking the Paycheck to Paycheck Cycle." You'll embark on a journey to reshape how you view and handle your money, no matter your income bracket. We tackle the inherited financial beliefs that shape our spending and saving habits, advocating for the creation of new money traditions to sidestep the ...
Send us a text Get ready to fundamentally alter your financial outlook in our latest podcast episode featuring the seasoned real estate investor and agent, Gary Wilson. Engage with us as we journey through Gary's remarkable life experiences, from childhood lessons on the value of money to the development of vital skills such as diligence, self-discipline, and salesmanship. Listen closely as Gary shares how these foundational skills have propelled him into entrepreneurial success, enabling him...
Send us a text Are you ready to walk the road to financial independence? Come along as we journey with my daughter, Faith, who has been charting her course since she was just 15. We'll reminisce over those early days when she absorbed financial lessons from Jim Rohn videos and sought her first job at Downtown Summerlin Mall. From those humble beginnings to maximizing her Roth IRA and building a robust credit history, Faith's story is a testament to the power of early financial literacy. Her c...
Send us a text Ever wanted to feel confident about your financial future? Wish you had learned about money management at an earlier age? In our enlightening conversation with Gordy Bustos, we promise to unravel profound insights about financial literacy that will change your perspective. Gordy Bustos, my wife's cousin, has an intriguing story to share about his journey with money. From earning rewards for good grades at age seven to teaching his daughters the power of compound interest, Gord...
Send us a text In this episode you will hear Henry talk about like most people growing up that his parents did not talk to him about money and he learned to hustle early in life. For those of you that can remember the MAD Magazine, Henry ordered from an advertisement in the back of the magazine seeds that consisted of vegetables and flowers, so he sold seeds around his neighborhood. Henry did this so he could make extra money and go to the corner store and get what he wanted. ...
Send us a text In this episode you will hear Carlos talk about his first memory with money and he thinks back to when he was in High School. When Carlos was younger his first memory with his parents talking about money was always save, save, save...not ever talking about how to use money as a tool. Thinking back Carlos remembers his parents being spenders and in turn he became a spender as well, when money was made it was spent on items that he wanted. Carlos remembers his p...
Send us a text In this episode you will hear Gina talk about her first recollection with money when she was 20 years old when she realized money was something you use to get things you want. Gina's Mom in the family was a frugal spender and her Dad was a very responsible saver and so Gina followed her Dad's habits with money. When Gina was 18 she got a bank account, a job and got her first credit card. At the age of 26 Gina became divorced and a single Mom but with her great...
Send us a text In this episode you will hear Melva talk about when she was young her parents owned a small store in which they sold a variety of items including fuel in Mexico and she would watch her Mom stash away money to save. Melva noticed that her parents were different from other parents in the sense that they did not fall into the norm of either having a farm or harvesting the land. Melva was born here in the United States and when she was 3 years old her parents moved back...
Send us a text In this episode you will hear Vernon talk about when he was young, his Mom was the one who raised him and his sister and he saw that she was a spender. Vernon would observe his Mom and others around him so he decided he wanted to be a saver. Vernon liked to save up enough of his lunch money, watch it grow and buy video games. When Vernon's cousin went to play in the NFL he saw what money advantages could bring you, so he decided that is what he wanted. When Ve...
Send us a text In this episode you will hear how Tabitha started her career young. Tabitha was a Manager in Starbucks and going to college when a customer that owned a Mortgage company came in and asked her if she wanted to be his assistant while she was going to college. After working for him she decided that she wanted to become a loan officer and eleven years later now she still loves what she is doing. Tabitha's parents when she was growing up were spenders and when she ...
Send us a text In this episode you will hear Joe talk about when he was growing up his Dad had the same job for over 30 years and his Mom had several part time jobs just for extra money. A group of Joe's friends that he grew up with were the ones who introduced him to learn about money and so they were all self taught. Joe is currently a Branch Manager for Peterman Lumber and has been with the company for 18 years. Joe has always had a good work ethic and always wanted to fi...
Send us a text In this episode you will hear Steve talk about when he was around High School age he discovered his Stepdad was hiding money from his Mom so he would be able to buy things that he wanted. It didn't sit well with Steve as he knew it wasn't right, so when he later became married it affected him in the sense that he didn't want to keep things from his wife and he wanted to be able to afford things so he wouldn't have to worry about it. When Steve was young his family o...
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