203 - Demystifying Money with Misty Lynn

When it comes to money, we all have different experiences and different levels of understanding. We all have a different relationship with money, for better or for worse. But today’s guest explains that although financial literacy can seem confusing at first, it is one of the best things you can do for yourself, your family, your business, and your future. Misty Lynn has more credentials than I can even fit in this introduction. She is the host of the unscripted reality show Heartbreak, the author of Demystifying Money, and hosts a podcast by the same name. She’s an Investopedia top 100 Financial Advisor and the list goes on and on. Ultimately, she's a money boss and her passion is to help other women understand money and make it work for them in ways you might not think possible. Show Notes: [2:16] - The financial planning piece of understanding money is the more complex element of earning more. [3:40] - Misty has really high credentials in the field and in the beginning, she felt that once she had those credentials people would take her seriously. [5:40] - Misty shared her realization of how she can help others. [6:56] - It is hard to think about the future sometimes. You have to balance making decisions and being happy in the moment. [8:32] - Misty explains how she experienced money as a child and learned she wanted to be in financial services. [10:24] - There are more ways to make money than to work hourly and grind everyday. [12:15] - Misty saw so many different perspectives of money, specifically the lessons she learned from her father. [14:23] - Before she took the risk in leaving corporate, Misty had to do some work on her relationship with money. [16:54] - Money is a place where people tend to give up because it is confusing. [19:01] - Even when you are in a position you don’t love, you are learning. Don’t discount all of the things you do as a waste of time. [20:32] - Be curious instead of afraid. [22:44] - What are the common things that women don’t know before working with Misty? [24:16] - Misty has worked with women from all walks of life. Knowing your finances is self-care. [26:19] - A misconception is that men know more about money. [28:06] - It is okay to want something for no other reason than just wanting it. [31:09] - There are times when the people in your life won’t understand or agree with your goals. [33:18] - Misty has a new reality show and shares the concept. [36:20] - The reality show is helping participants understand money and how they can have what they want. [37:32] - The network the show is premiering on is combining entertainment and financial literacy. [39:45] - One of the best things you can do is to understand that the best version of yourself doesn’t exist yet. Take yourself out of that and make the decisions she makes. Connect with Misty: Website Links and Resources: Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube She Sells with Elyse Archer Home Page