This episode is all about money — not just earning it, but using it to build the life you truly want. Hosts Linda Misegadis and Cyndi Manuel are joined by Alana D’Angelica, a former Morgan Stanley finance professional turned tech leader and now a financial coach for women.

Alana shares how she overcame debt, navigated layoffs, and transformed her financial mindset to create a thriving coaching business that empowers women to take control of their money.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

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  How to create a vision for your finances and career

  
  


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  The three numbers every woman should know about her money

  
  


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  Why automation, negotiation, and investing early matter

  
  


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  How to shift your mindset around fear, math, and wealth building

  
  

Perfect for HR leaders, entrepreneurs, and women looking to build confidence with money and plan for their future.

🔗 Connect & Learn More

Website: herresourcespodcast.com

Linktree: linktr.ee/hrpodcast

Guest: alanadangelica.com

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YouTube & Podbean Chapter Timestamps

00:00 – Intro & Welcome to Episode 50

03:17 – Today’s Topic: Money, Mindset & Freedom

05:27 – Meet Alana D’Angelica: Wall Street to Tech to Financial Coach

07:22 – Lessons from the 2008 Financial Crisis & Getting Out of Debt

09:35 – Career Pivot to Tech & Growing with Indeed.com

11:22 – Taking Control of Finances & Firing a Financial Advisor

12:41 – Launching a Financial Coaching Business & Finding Purpose

15:29 – The Five Money Moves Every Woman Should Make

16:08 – Step 1: Set a Clear Financial Vision

17:28 – Step 2: Know Your Numbers (Expenses, Net Worth, Interest)

22:44 – Step 3: Automate Your Savings & Build Your Buckets

25:20 – Step 4: Optimize Compensation, Benefits & Total Rewards

31:54 – Step 5: Invest Early (Even if It’s Imperfect)

33:01 – How Much to Keep in Emergency Savings

34:30 – Mindset Shifts: From Fear to Financial Confidence

37:41 – Empowering Women to Take Ownership of Money Conversations

43:14 – The Great Wealth Transfer & Why Women Must Prepare

46:04 – Building Runway for Entrepreneurship & Taking the Leap

49:28 – Practical Tips for Starting Your Journey Now

51:03 – Defining “Enough” and Creating Your Own Path to Freedom

52:45 – How to Connect with Alana & Get Her Free Worksheet

54:52 – Closing Thoughts & Episode Wrap-Up