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Katie Viola
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Take Control of Your Investments—and Your Future. Ever find yourself nodding and smiling in money conversations, thinking “totally, I know exactly what an index fund is…” when you really don’t? Same, girl. I’ve been there. And I’m here to help you go from polite smiles to total confidence. If you’re a high-achieving woman ready to finally feel confident in your money, make smart investing moves, and turn your ambition into freedom, this show is for you! I’m Katie, founder of Build Wealth with Katie. I’ve been investing for 10+ years, and now I work just 3 months a year, have traveled to every continent, and get to stay home with my baby—all thanks to the financial moves I made in my 20s and 30s. Aligning your finances with your big life goals is my JAM! and I’m here to help you do the same. Each week, I break down investing basics, smart strategies, and money mindset, plus the hard stuff women face that no one talks about. You’ll learn how to match your portfolio with your ambition so your money actually works for you—leading to freedom, confidence, and peace of mind. Episodes drop weekly. Grab your free PDF guide and start taking control today at https://www.buildwealthwithkatie.com/investingessentials

  1. 1D AGO

    26. Irregular Income, Stable Wealth: How to Invest When Your Paycheck Isn't Consistent

    📊👑 Understand Your Investments Masterclass The 60-minute investing class that breaks down what you actually own and whether your investments are supporting your next big goal, so you can invest with confidence and build the future you deserve. [Get Early Access] 💼 Work With Me Book a Decision & Clarity Session to review your investments and next money moves [Learn more] 📩 Join My Email List Weekly investing clarity + Wealthy Woman energy [Sign up] If your income isn’t the same every two weeks — because you're a freelancer, entrepreneur, commission earner, or bonus-based professional — traditional financial advice can feel useless. “Just automate your investments.” Cool. Except… automate with what money? I had a variable income myself for nearly 10 years, so I know how chaotic money can feel when paychecks don’t show up on schedule. In this episode, we’re talking about how to build wealth when your income fluctuates, without feeling like you're doing money wrong. Because the truth is: Variable income doesn’t have to mean variable confidence. You just need a system that works with unpredictability. In this episode you’ll hear: • Why traditional investing advice breaks down for variable income • The planning rule that instantly reduces financial stress • 3 investing systems that actually work when income fluctuates • How to stop falling into the “I’ll invest later” trap • A simple way to stabilize your cash flow even when income isn’t stable • How to create money rules that eliminate decision fatigue • Why fluctuating income can mess with your confidence and identity — and how to stop letting it

    27 min

  2. MAR 10

    25. What to Look At (and Ignore) When You Open Your Investment Account — So You Actually Know If You're Doing It Right

    ✨ Free Guide to Understanding Your Portfolio Download here: buildwealthwithkatie.com/investingessentials ✨ Work With Me - 1:1 coaching: buildwealthwithkatie.com/coaching ✨ Join the Email List for weekly wealth building tips [join here] You’ve been investing. But when you open your investment account dashboard… do you actually know what you’re looking at? Many high-earning women are investing consistently — but the moment they open their account they’re met with charts, percentages, red numbers, and confusing labels that make it feel like you need a finance degree just to understand what’s happening. In this episode, I walk you through how to read your investment dashboard so you can open your account and immediately know what actually matters. Because the goal isn’t to stare at your investments every day. The goal is to understand them well enough that you can close the tab, go live your life, and let your wealth grow. In this episode you’ll learn: • Which numbers on your investment dashboard actually matter • The common dashboard metrics that look scary but are basically irrelevant • How to quickly check whether your portfolio is structured for growth • The simple way to see if your investments are diversified • How to interpret your investment performance without spiraling • How often you should actually be checking your accounts

    22 min

  3. MAR 3

    24. Pay Off Debt or Invest? How to Decide Without Leaving Money on the Table

    Should you put extra cash toward your debt… or invest it and let it grow? When you’re making good money and trying to be intentional, this isn’t a small decision. Handled well, it can turn into hundreds of thousands of dollars working for you over time. In this episode, we cover how to decide using interest rates, opportunity cost, and realistic stock market returns so you can decide if you should pay off debt or invest. We’re breaking down: When high-interest debt needs to go immediatelyWhy low-interest debt is a different conversationWhat “opportunity cost” actually means (without finance bro energy)The mortgage example that shows how a simple calculation could make you $400k richerAnd how to decide without spiraling or second-guessing yourselfThis isn’t about being debt-free at all costs or blindly investing. It’s about understanding what your money is doing to align your money with the life you truly want. If you want to run this with your actual numbers — your income, your timeline, your goals — that’s exactly what we do inside 1:1 coaching. See if it's right for you. 1:1 Coaching: www.buildwealthwithkatie.com/coaching

    18 min

  4. FEB 24

    23. $20,000 in Cash and No Idea What to Do? Here’s Exactly What I’d Do

    You’ve done everything right. You make good money. You’ve saved well. So why is that growing pile of cash making you feel low-key anxious? You know it should be doing something. You just don’t want to screw it up. In this episode, you’ll hear: Why “playing it safe” with cash might actually be costing you moreThe tiny move that builds investing confidence fast (without needing a finance degree)The decision tree I use to decide where the money should goHow to stop spiraling over timing, headlines, and “what if I mess this up?”The mindset shift that turns you from frozen saver → calm, long-term investorExactly what I'd invest it in and how to decide if that's right for you tooPress play, and let’s get your money working like the boss you are. 💸✨ And if you’re ready to stop overthinking and actually move: We’ll walk through your numbers, options, and fears — and create a clear, grounded plan that makes you feel powerful instead of overwhelmed so you can get invested. Check out 1:1 coaching at buildwealthwithkatie.com/coaching. My Favorite High-Yield Savings Account: (Click here to earn 4%) (Rate as of: Feb.2026)

    25 min

  5. FEB 17

    22. 3 Questions to Ask in Your Next Investing Conversation to Actually Understand What’s Going On

    Have you ever left an investing conversation thinking: “I guess that sounded good… but I still don’t really get it.” You’re smart. You make good money. You’ve done all the “right” things. So why does investing still feel confusing, intimidating, or weirdly disempowering? If you’ve ever felt like everyone else was speaking a different language — or like you were supposed to just nod, smile, and trust the process — this episode is for you. This is about stepping out of confusion and into CEO energy when it comes to your money. 🥂 ✨ In this episode, you’ll know how to: Stop feeling “behind” with investing when the real issue is a communication mismatchLet go of the pressure to know everythingAsk questions that put your life back at the center of the conversationShift from passive trust to intentional ownership, without becoming obsessed or overwhelmedFeel calm after the conversation ends instead of spiraling on the drive home or refreshing your account balance at midnight Want support applying this to your life and your money? Download my FREE guide to understanding your investments. And if you want personalized support connecting it all to real-life decisions, book a free discovery call for 1:1 coaching. 👉 Free PDF guide: https://www.buildwealthwithkatie.com/investingessentials 👉 1:1 Coaching: https://www.buildwealthwithkatie.com/coaching

    21 min

  6. FEB 10

    21. Target Date Funds: How to Know If Your 401k Is Actually Working for You

    You’re investing. You’re contributing. And your 401(k) was set up for you… not by you. So now you’re just trusting that it’s fine and hoping for the best. Girl, I've been there. If your investments were chosen by HR, an advisor, or your partner — and you’ve never really been walked through what’s happening... this episode is for you. In this episode, we’re getting into: Why Target Date Funds are the default for so many 401k's (and why that matters)What your money is actually doing behind the scenesWhat you’re paying for — and what you’re quietly giving up — when someone else makes the callHow to move from “I guess this is right?” to “okay… I actually get this”No finance-bro energy. No shame for not knowing. Just clarity, confidence, and take-your-power-back energy. ✨ Want more support? Download the free Guide to Understanding Your InvestmentsCheck out 1:1 coaching if you want to walk through your accounts together, judgment-free

    27 min

  7. FEB 3

    20. You’re Doing Everything Right... So Why Doesn’t Investing Feel Good Yet?

    You did everything right. You started investing. You stayed consistent. So why doesn’t it feel good yet? In this episode, we’re talking about the part of investing no one really explains — the emotional payoff you expect to arrive with time… but often doesn’t. We’ll unpack: why being invested for years doesn’t automatically create confidence or reliefhow time compounds money and emotionsand what actually has to click before investing starts to feel like a reward instead of a source of stressIf you’ve ever thought, “I know I’m doing fine… so why don’t I feel fine?” this one’s for you. Ready to actually understand what you’re invested in? Start with my free guide: It walks you through opening your account and understanding the top 3 things that actually matter 👉 Grab it here: www.buildwealthwithkatie.com/investingessentials Want support beyond the guide? In 1:1 coaching, we create a clear, intentional money plan so you can use your investments to create the life you want with total confidence. 👉 Check it out: www.buildwealthwithkatie.com/coaching

    20 min

  8. JAN 27

    19. The Real ROI of Understanding Your Investments: Time, Peace, and Self-Trust

    The priorities that matter most in life — peace, confidence, and intentional living — rarely show up in traditional money advice. And the mental load that comes from not understanding your investments? Very real. This episode is about the real return on investing — and why understanding your money gives you far more freedom than optimization ever will. Think:fewer spirals, clearer decisions, and finally feeling grounded in your financial life. 👉 If you want a simple place to start: Download my free guide that walks you through your portfolio so you can understand what you already own — and what actually matters. https://www.buildwealthwithkatie.com/investingessentials In this episode, you’ll hear: Why peace of mind is the most underrated return on investingHow understanding your investments reduces mental load more than outsourcing ever willWhy simplicity isn’t lazy or settling — it’s powerfulWhat changes when you stop asking for permission and start trusting yourself with moneyHow clarity supports intentional living, not constant overthinking This isn’t about optimizing harder or becoming obsessed with your portfolio. It’s about quiet confidence, self-trust, and building a money setup that supports your life without adding more stress to your to-do list. ✨ Want hands-on support this year? I’m offering a limited number of 1:1 coaching spots for 2026. If that feels aligned, you can learn more here: 👉 www.buildwealthwithkatie.com/coaching

    17 min
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Take Control of Your Investments—and Your Future. Ever find yourself nodding and smiling in money conversations, thinking “totally, I know exactly what an index fund is…” when you really don’t? Same, girl. I’ve been there. And I’m here to help you go from polite smiles to total confidence. If you’re a high-achieving woman ready to finally feel confident in your money, make smart investing moves, and turn your ambition into freedom, this show is for you! I’m Katie, founder of Build Wealth with Katie. I’ve been investing for 10+ years, and now I work just 3 months a year, have traveled to every continent, and get to stay home with my baby—all thanks to the financial moves I made in my 20s and 30s. Aligning your finances with your big life goals is my JAM! and I’m here to help you do the same. Each week, I break down investing basics, smart strategies, and money mindset, plus the hard stuff women face that no one talks about. You’ll learn how to match your portfolio with your ambition so your money actually works for you—leading to freedom, confidence, and peace of mind. Episodes drop weekly. Grab your free PDF guide and start taking control today at https://www.buildwealthwithkatie.com/investingessentials

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  • Creator
    Katie Viola
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    27
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Miss Fund Your Freedom, LLC. 2025
  • Show Website
    Build Wealth