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Join us on Average Joe Finances as our guest Larisa Olteanu from Unshakable Wealth shares her inspiring story of overcoming a tumultuous childhood and severe financial hardships. Arriving in the U.S. with just $20, Larissa details her journey from learning English on the job to earning a finance degree and working with ExxonMobil. She further explains how she transitioned to founding Unshakable Wealth, with a mission to empower others, especially women, in their financial journeys.

In this episode:

• Discover how resilience in adversity builds strength and financial responsibility.
• Understand how education unlocks opportunities for lasting financial independence.
• Learn how shifting to a growth mindset transforms challenges into opportunities.
• Gain insight into empowering others through financial literacy and shared knowledge.
• And so much more!

Key Moments:

00:01:13 Introducing Guest: Larisa Olteanu from Unshakable Wealth

00:01:35 Larisa's Inspiring Journey

00:01:53 Lessons from a Challenging Childhood

00:03:41 Navigating Financial Hardships and Early Responsibilities

00:06:13 Adapting to a New Life in the U.S.

00:08:31 The Importance of Education and Personal Growth

00:11:50 Shifting Mindsets: From Victim to Victor

00:17:43 Investing in Real Estate and Personal Development

00:20:13 Challenging Beliefs About Wealth and Success

00:23:32 Transitioning to Unshakable Wealth

00:25:47 Balancing Motherhood and MBA

00:26:11 Turning Down Job Offers for a Dream

00:26:51 Understanding Personal Finance Challenges

00:28:32 Empowering Women in Finance

00:32:03 Final Round Questions

00:33:43 Practical Financial Tips and Mindset

00:37:30 Networking and Learning from the Wealthy

00:42:11 Recommended Books and Resources

00:45:41 Where to Find More Information

00:47:21 Closing Remarks and Call to Action

Find Larisa Olteanu on:

Website: https://www.shakeablewealth.com 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/larisa-olteanu/

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