In this high-impact episode of The Driven Women Project, Erin sits down with Ariel Dangelo, founder of Helo and partner at Nightingale Wealth Management, to talk about why now is the moment for women to take control of their financial future—and exactly how to start.

Ariel’s story is one of resilience and radical responsibility—from surviving a paralyzing spinal injury to building a fintech company that helps people get out of debt, stay on budget, and reclaim their financial agency.

She doesn’t just talk theory—this episode is packed with practical tools, hard-won wisdom, and real solutions for women who want to thrive, not just survive.

💡 Top 3 Reasons You Should Listen:

1. Hear Ariel's incredible story of rebuilding her life after paralysis and a doctor’s prognosis that she’d never walk again, spoiler alert: not only is she walking again, but she’s pregnant with her first child. 
2. Ariel shares countless gems of inspiration and reframes for how to approach set-backs, work through adversity and rise into your power!
3. Discover how app, Helo is not just another financial planning app. It actually automates budgeting, helps you build emergency savings which is crucial, and helps you hit your goals faster—with zero spreadsheets and barely any effort on your part.

🧠 What We Cover:

• The mindset shift that you can copy that helped her go from PTSD and paralysis to founder, investor, and mom-to-be
• How women approach money differently than men, and how to make it your superpower
• The truth about risk tolerance, investing with intention, and using your money for social impact
• How to find your personal “sleep number”—the amount of savings that brings you peace
• Why small daily actions beat big, unsustainable plans
• Ariel’s take on building a $10,000 emergency fund movement

🛠️ Resources:

• For financial guidance, support and planning: https://nwsadvisors.com/ 
• Sign up for cash flow management services: www.gohelo.com 
• Follow Ariel on Instagram: @nightingalewealthsolutions
• Book a complimentary strategy call with Erin: https://erinsmithexecutivecoach.youcanbook.me/ 
• Nominate a Driven Woman:
• https://live.thedrivenwomenproject.com/nominateadrivenwoman 
• Connect with Erin Smith directly: [email protected]
• Download Erin’s free ebook: https://live.thedrivenwomenproject.com/ebook 
• Try a compound interest calculator: Investor.gov Calculator