In this episode, I’m opening up in a way I never have before. We’re diving into the real money story I grew up with, how it shaped my relationship with finances as a woman, a mom, and an entrepreneur, and what it’s taken to finally break the patterns I inherited. If you’ve ever struggled with money anxiety, childhood money wounds, or figuring out how to build confidence around personal finance, this one is for you.

I share the parts of my story I’ve never said out loud and explore why so many women — especially business owners — were never taught healthy money habits, financial literacy, or how to build real stability. Then we look at Tori Dunlap’s story from Her First $100K, how her early financial education changed everything, and what it means for women who didn’t get that same foundation.

If you’re navigating money mindset work, rewriting old beliefs, healing financial shame, or trying to feel more grounded in your business decisions, this episode will meet you right where you are.

Sources and Disclaimers

This episode was created using publicly available, verifiable information from credible sources, including:

• Her First $100K – Official Website & Blog: Background on Tori’s early financial education, mission, and the origins of her brand.
• Financial Feminist (the book) – Publicly Available Summaries & Excerpts: Details on Tori’s upbringing, negotiation skills, and foundational money lessons.
• Financial Feminist Podcast – Public Episodes: Insights into Tori’s money philosophy, negotiations, financial literacy education, and brand mission.
• CNBC Make It – Interviews & Features: Reporting on Tori’s $100K by 25 goal, her savings strategies, and the rapid growth of her company.
• Forbes – Profiles & Interviews: Discussion of Her First $100K’s business growth, community impact, and Tori’s approach to financial empowerment.
• Business Insider – Features on Tori’s Money Journey: Coverage of her early financial habits, budgeting, and entrepreneurship milestones.
• Time, Glamour, and Other Public Interviews: Additional context on the emotional, social, and systemic aspects of women’s financial literacy.

All facts shared in this episode are based on publicly available information at the time of recording. Any personal commentary, reflections, interpretations, or emotional connections expressed are solely my own and are not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Tori Dunlap or Her First $100K.