What The Wealthy Do

What The Wealthy Do
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What The Wealthy Do – Financial Wisdom for Black Women 💼👑 This 15-minute podcast helps Black women decode the strategies the wealthy use to build and grow wealth—and how you can apply them on your wealth building journey. Because you don’t have to wait until you’re wealthy to do what the wealthy do. Short, powerful, 15-minute episodes drop every Wealthy Wednesday. Launching July 2, 2025.

  1. 1D AGO

    Hedge Funds 101: Risk, Returns & Why Billionaires Use Them | Alternative Investments Series

    Welcome back to Season 2, Episode 6 of What the Wealthy Do. In this episode, Stephanie Dorsey, CEO and Co-Founder of Margins Capital, breaks down one of the most mysterious and misunderstood investment vehicles in finance: Hedge funds. You’ve heard the term in the news, in movies, and in conversations about billionaires and institutional investors. But what actually is a hedge fund — and why do wealthy investors allocate billions of dollars to them? In this episode, we unpack: • What hedge funds actually are • How hedge funds make money in bull and bear markets • The famous “2 and 20” fee structure • Long/short equity, global macro, quant funds, and arbitrage strategies • Why institutional investors use hedge funds for diversification • The risks, high fees, and transparency issues investors should know • Why understanding hedge funds can make you a smarter investor This episode is part of our Alternative Investment Series, where we break down the strategies wealthy investors use to build and protect generational wealth. Even if you never invest in a hedge fund directly, understanding how they operate will help you better understand risk management, portfolio construction, and how money actually moves in financial markets. Because wealth isn’t accidental. It’s structured. Subscribe for more conversations about alternative investments, private markets, generational wealth, and financial strategy in the United States.

    19 min

  2. MAR 4

    Commercial Real Estate 101: Cash Flow, Cap Rates & Wealth Strategy | Alternative Investments Series

    Welcome back to Season 2, Episode 5 of What the Wealthy Do. In this episode, Stephanie Dorsey, CEO & Co-Founder of Margins Capital, breaks down one of the most proven wealth-building strategies in America: commercial real estate investing. This is part of our Alternative Investment Series — following private equity and venture capital — where we unpack how wealthy investors actually structure generational wealth. Inside this episode: • What commercial real estate really is • Multifamily vs office vs retail vs industrial • Cash flow, appreciation, leverage and tax advantages • Cap rate, NOI, LTV and vacancy rate explained • REITs vs syndications vs direct ownership • How wealthy investors use real estate for income, tax strategy, and legacy Wealthy investors don’t just buy property. They buy income streams, tax advantages, and long-term leverage. If you're a high earner, entrepreneur, or investor ready to think beyond earned income, this episode is for you. Because wealth isn’t accidental. It’s structured. Subscribe for weekly breakdowns on private markets, alternative investments, and wealth strategy in the United States. Check out the High Earner Tax Playbook: www.whatthewealthydo.com

    18 min

  3. FEB 25

    The Future of Private Markets: Women, Care Economy & Risk Management

    Welcome back to Season 2, Episode 4 of the What the Wealthy Do podcast!In this episode, Stephanie Dorsey sits down with Erin Harkless-Moore, investment leader at Pivotal Ventures, to explore how women-led investing, private markets, and the care economy are reshaping wealth and opportunity in the United States.We dive into:• How women-led funds are changing access to capital• Why diversity and inclusion drive better returns• The massive $640B care economy and investment opportunities• Risk management, portfolio strategy, and alternative investments• Lessons for sophisticated retail investors looking to grow wealth 💡 If you want to understand how wealthy investors make strategic moves, leverage private markets, and create impact while building long-term wealth, this episode is a must-watch.Because wealth isn’t accidental—it’s structured.Subscribe for more insights:  @WhatTheWealthyDo  Check out the High Earner Tax Playbook: www.whatthewealthydo.com

    19 min

  4. FEB 19

    The Road to $300M: How Personal Alignment, Diversity & Tragedy Created Private Equity Alchemy

    Welcome back to Season 2, Episode 3 of What the Wealthy Do. In this episode, Stephanie Dorsey sits down with Chidjoke Asamoah, co-founder of Fvlcrum Partners, a $300 million private equity fund focused on investing in diverse-led companies across the United States. We break down: • What private equity actually looks like behind the scenes • How institutional capital flows into minority-owned businesses • Raising a $300M fund as a first-time manager • Why diversity and alpha are not opposites • The real opportunity in overlooked markets • Government contracting, healthcare services & tech-enabled investments • How capital closes (or widens) the racial wealth gap This is a masterclass in private equity, institutional investing, and long-term wealth strategy. Because wealth isn’t accidental. It’s structured. Subscribe for real conversations about private equity, alternative investments, generational wealth, and financial power in America. You belong in every room you enter. The Tax Playbook for High Earners: www.whatthewealthydo.com

    20 min

  5. FEB 11

    Inside the Rooms We’re Rarely In (Part 2): Alternative Investments, Risk & Who Really Qualifies

    Welcome back to Part 2 of Season 2, Episode 1 of What the Wealthy Do. In this continuation of Inside the Rooms We’re Rarely In, Stephanie Dorsey and Yashnika go deeper into one of the most important questions in investing: Are alternative investments actually right for you? This episode breaks down: What “suitability” really means in private equity and alternative investments Accredited investor vs. qualified purchaser explained Risk tolerance vs. emotional relationship with money Why the traditional 60/40 portfolio is being challenged How inflation impacts long-term wealth building Why financial education is critical in America today We move beyond theory and talk about the real barriers — psychological, cultural, and structural — that impact who participates in private markets and who doesn’t. Because building wealth isn’t just about having money. It’s about understanding it. Subscribe to What the Wealthy Do for real conversations about private equity, alternative assets, generational wealth, and financial power. Remember: You belong in every room you enter.

    15 min

  6. FEB 4

    Inside the Rooms We’re Rarely In: A Black Woman’s Path to Private Equity

    Welcome to Season 2, Episode 1 of What the Wealthy Do. In this Black History Month special of What the Wealthy Do, host Stephanie Dorsey sits down with Yashnica Mothersil, a Gen Z Associate at Apollo Global Management, to unpack her unexpected journey from criminal law aspirations to private equity and alternative investments. Yashnica shares what it’s really like entering elite financial spaces with little representation, how she transitioned out of law school, and what private equity and alternative assets actually mean behind the scenes. This conversation pulls back the curtain on how wealth is created in private markets—and why access and representation still matter. If you’re curious about private equity, alternative investments, career pivots, or what the wealthy actually do differently, this episode is for you. 👉 Subscribe to What the Wealthy Do for real conversations about wealth, power, and access.

    18 min

  7. 12/17/2025

    Year-End Wealth Strategy: How the Wealthy Finish Strong & Start Ahead

    Most people mentally check out at the end of the year.The wealthy do the exact opposite. In this episode of What the Wealthy Do, we break down how wealthy individuals strategically close the year—because how you finish the year directly impacts how well you start the next one. This isn’t about hustle. It’s about reflection, tax strategy, portfolio alignment, and preparation. How the wealthy review their year (money, time, and energy) Year-end tax strategies most people overlook How to reduce taxes legally before December 31 Portfolio rebalancing: money and life Why November & December are strategic months for wealth How wealthy investors set January up before vacation A simple reflection framework to plan your next level If you’ve ever felt like you’re working hard but not getting ahead, this episode shows you how to stop coasting and start closing the year like an investor. 💡 Like, follow, and subscribe to learn how the wealthy think, plan, and build long-term wealth.

    17 min

  8. 12/10/2025

    Crypto Explained Part 2: How The Wealthy Invest in Coins, The Blockchain and Crypto Startups

    🔥 How do the wealthy REALLY think about crypto? In this episode, we break down exactly how wealthy investors use cryptocurrency; not as a gamble, but as a strategy. You’ll learn how they approach Bitcoin, Ethereum, blockchain startups, ETFs, tax advantages, and the smart way they limit risk while positioning for massive upside. Inside this episode: 🔥 Why wealthy investors treat crypto like venture capital • How Bitcoin & Ethereum fit into a long-term wealth strategy • The role of diversification (and how much they actually invest) • How crypto offers asymmetric upside with small amounts • How wealthy investors use crypto for tax benefits • Why blockchain start-ups matter more than hype coins 🔥 Smart ways to evaluate whether crypto fits YOUR portfolio You’ll also hear real stories of wins, mistakes, and lessons learned, including 70% losses, crypto winters, and how to navigate the noise and scams. Crypto isn’t magic. It’s a tool. And if you understand it, it can be a powerful part of your wealth-building plan. If this episode helped you, make sure to like, subscribe, and follow the podcast to learn more!

    17 min
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What The Wealthy Do – Financial Wisdom for Black Women 💼👑 This 15-minute podcast helps Black women decode the strategies the wealthy use to build and grow wealth—and how you can apply them on your wealth building journey. Because you don’t have to wait until you’re wealthy to do what the wealthy do. Short, powerful, 15-minute episodes drop every Wealthy Wednesday. Launching July 2, 2025.

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  • Creator
    What The Wealthy Do
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    31
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