In this episode, Walli Miller, a first gen Latina who retired EARLY after becoming a millionaire, breaks down the essentials of financial independence, early retirement, and becoming work optional. We discuss why workplace retirement accounts are game changers, how to navigate stock market fluctuations without stress, and the real difference between investing in the stock market and gambling. 

Here are more highlights: 

• How to evaluate a job offer based on ALL aspects of compensation, not just base pay. 

• How to get started with investing. 

• Why financial independence is NECESSARY for Women of Color

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by investing, retirement planning, or understanding your compensation package—this episode is for you! Listen Now!

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About Today’s Guest

Walli Miller is a financial coach who guides professionals to leverage their income for financial independence, making work optional. Having achieved financial independence in her 30s and retired from a 19-year career in public service, Walli is now helping other millennials create a plan to be financially free.

As a millennial who once grappled with living paycheck to paycheck, Walli shares her journey from impulsive spender to an intentional wealth builder and first-gen millionaire to inspire others to what's possible.

Stay in touch with Walli on Instagram @financially_thriving, on LinkedIn, or through her website https://financiallythriving.com/. 

Resources and Links

41. Become a Latina Millionaire by Doing the Bare Minimum

The inspiring story of the worst market timer ever

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