Journey To Launch

Jamila Souffrant
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Journey To Launch

Jamila Souffrant is a Certified Financial Education Instructor (CFEI), host of the Journey To Launch podcast and author of "Your Journey to Financial Freedom: A Step-By-Step Guide to Achieving Wealth and Happiness". The Journey To Launch podcast explores all aspects of reaching Financial Freedom; from increasing income, paying off debt, investing, saving & learning how to retire early and wealthy. The book, "Your Journey to Financial Freedom: A Step-By-Step Guide to Achieving Wealth and Happiness," shows you how to skyrocket your savings, blast through debt and ultimately accelerate your unique and truly epic journey to financial freedom and independence. The audiobook, which is narrated by Jamila, and the eBook are available in the Apple store. As a money expert who “walks her talk” she helps brave listeners also known as Journeyers; gain clarity around their finances and create an actionable plan to reach their goals. Her mission is to teach, inspire and help others reach Financial Freedom and Financial Independence.

  1. A Candid Convo on Finding the Balance Between Enjoyment and Financial Discipline with my Sister, Imani Manning

    1 DAY AGO

    A Candid Convo on Finding the Balance Between Enjoyment and Financial Discipline with my Sister, Imani Manning

    This week on the podcast, I’m having a real talk with my sister, Imani, about her financial habits and goals. Imani started a Roth IRA back in 2020 and has seen it grow nicely, but she’s had trouble staying consistent with contributions—mainly because of concerns about accessibility and wanting to enjoy her money now (can you relate?) We dive into why opening a high-yield savings account, automating her Roth IRA contributions, and paying off her credit card in full each month are game changers. Imani gets the long-term benefits of these moves and is open to making changes, but she shares the challenges of balancing saving for the future with enjoying the present. Together, we talk through realistic strategies to overcome financial hesitations and why small, steady steps can lead to big wins when it comes to financial stability and growth. In this episode Imani shares:  Her excitement on seeing her initial investment double in her Roth IRA from 2020, and the importance of regular contributions and the value of patience and discipline in building long-term wealth. Her struggles with maintaining consistent contributions to her Roth IRA, fearing losing access to funds and prioritizing short-term gratification over long-term financial goal. How to balance enjoyment with financial responsibility, and the challenges of following a plan that will benefit us in the future. How she's seen successes from following my advice in the past and commits to implementing the suggested steps:  Open a high-yield savings account to earn more interest on her savings. Set up automatic monthly contributions to her Roth IRA, even starting with a small amount like $100–200. Pay off her credit card balance in full each month to avoid interest charges Other Links Mentioned in episode:  Episode 221- Achieving Financial Freedom as a Creative Entrepreneur & Learning to Invest: A Real Conversation with My Sisters Get your copy of my book: Your Journey To Financial Freedom Leave Your Journey To Financial Freedom a review! Get The Budget Bootcamp Check out my personal website here Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! YNAB –  Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. What stage of the financial journey are you on? Are you working on financial stability or work flexibility? Find out with this free assessment and get a curated list of the 10 next best episodes for you to listen to depending on your stage. Check it out here! Connect with Imani: Instagram: @yaadchef_45 Connect with me: Instagram: @Journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: @Journey To Launch Join the Private Facebook Group Join the Waitlist for My FI Course Get The Free Jumpstart Guide

    50 min
  2. Building Wealth Through Healing, Self Love and Breaking Cycles with Judy McCutcheon

    13 NOV

    Building Wealth Through Healing, Self Love and Breaking Cycles with Judy McCutcheon

    In this episode of the Journey to Launch Podcast, I speak with Judy McCutcheon, a Caribbean human resources expert, who shares her inspiring life story. Judy grew up in Tobago with humble beginnings, raised by a single mother facing financial challenges. Despite a childhood marked by scarcity, she became the first in her family to attend university. Her journey through self-sabotage, overcoming poverty, and healing from emotional struggles transformed her perspective on self-worth and financial well-being.  In this episode, Judy shares:  Despite earning a good income as a consultant, she still struggled with financial discipline because of her mindset around money, influenced by her upbringing, leading her to spend rather than save and invest. How a pivotal moment in her journey was reading The Secret, which led her to deep self-reflection and building self-love. The challenges of self-reflection and the importance of addressing deep-seated beliefs about oneself. How her Disruptive Leadership Conference aims to provide practical insights and networking opportunities for leaders. & more! Other Links Mentioned in episode: Get your copy of my book: Your Journey To Financial Freedom Leave Your Journey To Financial Freedom a review! c Get The Budget Bootcamp Check out my personal website here Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! YNAB –  Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. What stage of the financial journey are you on? Are you working on financial stability or work flexibility? Find out with this free assessment and get a curated list of the 10 next best episodes for you to listen to depending on your stage. Check it out here! Connect with Judy: Disruptive Leadership Conference Go Blue Consulting Instagram: @BadassJuds Instagram: @GoBlueConsulting Connect with me: Instagram: @Journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: @Journey To Launch Join the Private Facebook Group Join the Waitlist for My FI Course Get The Free Jumpstart Guide

    55 min
  3. Overcoming Obstacles as an Undocumented Immigrant and Reaching $1 Million Invested by 48 w/ Tanya Taylor

    6 NOV

    Overcoming Obstacles as an Undocumented Immigrant and Reaching $1 Million Invested by 48 w/ Tanya Taylor

    Journey To Launch

    58 min
  4. Episode 398- My Financial Freedom Story and The Steps You Need to Take To Reach Your Dream Life

    30 OCT

    Episode 398- My Financial Freedom Story and The Steps You Need to Take To Reach Your Dream Life

    This week on the Journey to Launch Podcast, I’m reflecting on my own financial freedom journey so far and defining key concepts around financial independence. Not too long ago my growing family and demanding commute to my corporate job fueled my desire for a more flexible, fulfilling life. My husband and I saved and invested $169,000 in two years, I began my journey of entrepreneurship, wrote my book “Your Journey to Financial Freedom” and today I get to choose what I want to do with my time. I’m also reviewing my framework for achieving financial freedom, starting with calculating your financial independence number (the amount needed to live off investments without active work) and progressing through my "Journeyer Stages" from stabilizing finances to achieving full work flexibility or "financial independence." I’m encouraging you to embrace your journey towards financial independence and find fulfillment along the way.  In this episode I share: The challenges of balancing work and family, and how it started me on the path to financial freedom The components of the wealth formula and why you need to maximize your income and optimize expenses to achieve financial independence. The guac levels, which represent different spending habits and lifestyles & why it’s important to be honest with yourself about spending habits The importance of changing oneself and becoming the best version of you through the journey. Other Links Mentioned in episode: I Quit My Job: Why & How I Quit My 6-Figure Job & How This Affects My Journey To Financial Independence Get your copy of my book: Your Journey To Financial Freedom Leave Your Journey To Financial Freedom a review! Get The Budget Bootcamp Check out my personal website here Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! YNAB –  Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. What stage of the financial journey are you on? Are you working on financial stability or work flexibility? Find out with this free assessment and get a curated list of the 10 next best episodes for you to listen to depending on your stage. Check it out here! Connect with me: Instagram: @Journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: @Journey To Launch Join the Private Facebook Group Join the Waitlist for My FI Course Get The Free Jumpstart Guide

    51 min
  5. How to Spend, Save & Find Joy Before and After Retirement w/ Christine Benz

    23 OCT

    How to Spend, Save & Find Joy Before and After Retirement w/ Christine Benz

    This week on the Journey to Launch podcast, I am speaking to Christine Benz, Director of Personal Finance at Morningstar. Christine shares her insights on how to retire and addresses certain issues that come up during retirement such as safe spending rates and the under-spending problem. She advises early retirees to be flexible with withdrawals, highlights the importance of finding balance in retirement, such as community service and hobbies and stresses the value of micro joys and small daily activities that bring joy and purpose. In this episode Christine shares: Her entrepreneurial role within Morningstar, where she has freedom to build the personal finance vertical while enjoying the security of a paycheck. The importance of communication skills and building subject matter expertise which can lead to better career opportunities. How spending in retirement often fluctuates, why you should diversify income streams and advice on balancing tax-sheltered accounts and taxable savings for more flexibility in early retirement. Why you should live a fulfilling life now to avoid pent-up demand in retirement, the benefits of taking breaks and finding balance in life + more. Other Links Mentioned in episode: Lessons from a Laid-Back Summer: Family, Finances, and Future Plans Get your copy of my book: Your Journey To Financial Freedom Leave Your Journey To Financial Freedom a review! Get The Budget Bootcamp Check out my personal website here Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! YNAB –  Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. What stage of the financial journey are you on? Are you working on financial stability or work flexibility? Find out with this free assessment and get a curated list of the 10 next best episodes for you to listen to depending on your stage. Check it out here! Connect with Christine: Website: MorningStar.com Twitter: @Christine_Benz   Connect with me: Instagram: @Journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: @Journey To Launch Join the Private Facebook Group Join the Waitlist for My FI Course Get The Free Jumpstart Guide

    47 min
  6. Visible Wealth vs Invisible Wealth & Redefining What it Means To Be Rich

    16 OCT

    Visible Wealth vs Invisible Wealth & Redefining What it Means To Be Rich

    In this week’s solo episode of the Journey to Launch Podcast, I explore the concept of wealth and what it means to be truly rich. While wealth is often defined by an abundance of money or material possessions, I discuss the distinction between "visible wealth" (like possessions) and "invisible wealth" (such as financial security, time freedom, and health). I also emphasize the importance of avoiding comparisons to others, especially in affluent environments, and instead focusing on your own financial journey.   In this episode I share:  How exploring middle school options for my oldest son has me questioning the true value of wealth and financial freedom  Why you should reflect on how you view wealth and financial freedom in your own life. How different people may perceive wealth and how it can lead to misperceptions about one's financial status. Why it’s crucial to appreciate the wealth you already have, without seeking external validation. How to find value in the invisible wealth that people cannot see, such as being healthy, having strong relationships, having savings, and being able to pay bills on time. The importance of being honest with oneself about why one makes certain financial decisions + more. Other Links Mentioned in episode: Get your copy of my book: Your Journey To Financial Freedom Leave Your Journey To Financial Freedom a review! Get The Budget Bootcamp Check out my personal website here Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! YNAB –  Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. What stage of the financial journey are you on? Are you working on financial stability or work flexibility? Find out with this free assessment and get a curated list of the 10 next best episodes for you to listen to depending on your stage. Check it out here! Connect with me: Instagram: @Journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: @Journey To Launch Join the Private Facebook Group Join the Waitlist for My FI Course Get The Free Jumpstart Guide

    32 min
  7. How This Nurse Earns $230K Salary While Balancing Motherhood & Entrepreneurship

    9 OCT

    How This Nurse Earns $230K Salary While Balancing Motherhood & Entrepreneurship

    This week on the Journey to Launch Podcast, I’m joined by Naseema McElroy, a nurse, financial expert, and founder of Financially Intentional. Naseema, who has been a guest before, previously shared her inspiring journey from single motherhood to paying off $300,000 in debt, ultimately eliminating $1 million in total debt, and achieving millionaire status while working as a nurse. In this episode, she talks about earning over $230,000 a year as a labor and delivery nurse in the San Francisco Bay Area. Naseema also dives into financial independence, mindset shifts, and how she balances her career, business, and personal life. Tune in to hear her perspective on how financial independence isn’t just about wealth—it’s about the freedom to live life on your own terms. In this episode, you’ll learn:  Naseema's strategy of paying herself first and avoiding lifestyle inflation. Balancing her passion for nursing with running a business and raising three children. About the income potential in the nursing profession and advice for aspiring nurses Why you should set up financial accounts for children, including 529 plans, Roth IRAs, and brokerage accounts, and how to instill financial literacy and wealth-building habits from an early age.  And more! Other Links Mentioned in episode: How Single Mom Naseema Went From Broke To Paying Off $300,000 in Debt Paying Off $1 Million Dollars of Debt With “The Debt Slayer” Naseema McElroy  Get your copy of my book: Your Journey To Financial Freedom Leave Your Journey To Financial Freedom a review! Get The Budget Bootcamp Check out my personal website here Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! YNAB –  Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. What stage of the financial journey are you on? Are you working on financial stability or work flexibility? Find out with this free assessment and get a curated list of the 10 next best episodes for you to listen to depending on your stage. Check it out here! Connect with Naseema: Website: FinanciallyIntentional.com Instagram: @FinanciallyIntentional Connect with me: Instagram: @Journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: @Journey To Launch Join the Private Facebook Group Join the Waitlist for My FI Course Get The Free Jumpstart Guide

    56 min
  8. Building Wealth and Fulfillment through Continuous Learning with Scott Young

    2 OCT

    Building Wealth and Fulfillment through Continuous Learning with Scott Young

    This week on the podcast, we speak to Scott H. Young, the Wall Street Journal bestselling author of Ultralearning, podcast host, computer programmer, and avid reader. Scott discusses the importance of continuous learning and personal growth, focusing on how learning new skills can lead to personal fulfillment and financial success. He shares insights on managing anxiety through exposure therapy and the significance of self-directed learning. He also discusses the balance between personal and public learning, the evolving landscape of online entrepreneurship and much more.  In this episode, you’ll learn:  about the value of observing successful people and learning from their strategies to apply in your own journey. why passion should drive the pursuit of new skills, making learning more enjoyable and fulfilling. how practice and real-world application differ and how both are needed for mastery, especially in high-pressure environments. how learning and doing new things help people build confidence, encouraging them to take on more challenges + more Other Links Mentioned in episode: Self Education and Ultralearning as a Means to Reach Your Financial Goals & More with Scott Young Get your copy of my book: Your Journey To Financial Freedom Leave Your Journey To Financial Freedom a review! Get The Budget Bootcamp Check out my personal website here. Join The Weekly Newsletter List Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! YNAB –  Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. What stage of the financial journey are you on? Are you working on financial stability or work flexibility? Find out with this free assessment and get a curated list of the 10 next best episodes for you to listen to depending on your stage. Check it out here! Connect with Scott: Website: ScottHYoung.com/blog/ Instagram: @ScottHYoung Facebook: @AuthorScottYoung Twitter: @ScottHYoung Connect with me: Instagram: @Journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: @Journey To Launch Join the Private Facebook Group Join the Waitlist for My FI Course Get The Free Jumpstart Guide

    42 min
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Jamila Souffrant is a Certified Financial Education Instructor (CFEI), host of the Journey To Launch podcast and author of "Your Journey to Financial Freedom: A Step-By-Step Guide to Achieving Wealth and Happiness". The Journey To Launch podcast explores all aspects of reaching Financial Freedom; from increasing income, paying off debt, investing, saving & learning how to retire early and wealthy. The book, "Your Journey to Financial Freedom: A Step-By-Step Guide to Achieving Wealth and Happiness," shows you how to skyrocket your savings, blast through debt and ultimately accelerate your unique and truly epic journey to financial freedom and independence. The audiobook, which is narrated by Jamila, and the eBook are available in the Apple store. As a money expert who “walks her talk” she helps brave listeners also known as Journeyers; gain clarity around their finances and create an actionable plan to reach their goals. Her mission is to teach, inspire and help others reach Financial Freedom and Financial Independence.

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  • Creator
    Jamila Souffrant
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2024
  • Episodes
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    © Journey To Launch
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