In traditionally male-dominated fields like finance, tech, and medicine, women sometimes feel the need to obscure what's perceived as "feminine", for fear of it holding us back.

In this episode, you'll meet one of the most inspiring women in finance who blows this belief out of the water, and is thriving in the world of finance. Nicole Middendorf is an amazing mother, author, public speaker, TV & radio personality, Wealth Advisor, and Certified Divorce Financial Analyst and founder at Prosperwell Financial.

We discuss how she pivoted from selling Mary Kay products to becoming a financial advisor, why her infant was a regular at client meetings, her experience with domestic violence and divorce, why she started a Live It List, and why women are actually perfect as wealth advisors.

Join me as I embark on an empowering and awe-inspiring talk with Nicole and learn all about her journey.

Episode Highlights:

• What she considers her epic fail in life and how she bounced back
• Nicole's upbringing and her parents' influence on her values
• How her mother served as her role model
• Challenges she faces as a woman in the financial world
• The story behind why she started bringing her toddlers to work
• Her career evolution from a Mary Kay seller, to a food broker, to financial advisor
• Nicole's "Live It" list and how it differs from a bucket list
• Her foundation and its mission
• Why you should give finance lessons early and keep giving them to your kids
• Why it's never too late to learn financial literacy
• Why you shouldn't disown parts of yourself as a woman in business
• Her advice for women who want to pursue a career in finance
• Why women have traits that are great as financial advisors
• How to use barriers as motivations
• How to push forward despite fear and lack of confidence
• How to balance being goal-oriented with living in the moment
• The value of leaving a legacy and giving back
• The importance of knowing that money is simply a tool
• Why you must spend more on experiences than on things
• Creating a blend with family and career
• How to not focus on the aspect of working in a male-dominated field

Connect with Nicole Middendorf:

• Nicole Middendorf's Website
• Prosper Well Financial Website
• Nicole's Podcast
• Nicole Middendorf Foundation
• Facebook @nicolemiddendorfthemoneygal
• Instagram @nicole.middendorf
• Twitter @NicoleMiddendor
• LinkedIn @nicolemiddendorf

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