On this episode Rhonda talks to Elise Buie, an Attorney/Guardian ad Litem at Elise Buie Family Law group. Elise shares her story how she overcame obstacles, so the listeners could not only just get through, but to thrive through their divorce.

Elise shares advice to women going through a divorce:

1. Don't be afraid to "dig under the rug" and look at your finances
2. Find an emotionally intelligent attorney who can see your potential
3. You are so much more capable than you allow yourself to believe

Elise is empowering and reassuring women that they are capable of thriving after divorce, in every single way: personally, professionally, mentally, and financially. Divorce is a story of adversity, and her strength is helping people find and call upon their strength in times of adversity to transform themselves and their lives into something better.

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Our Guest today was Elise Buie, Founder of Elise Buie Family Law Group, PLLC, a Family Law Attorney, Guardian ad Litem. She's a passionate, problem-solver who sees limitless possibilities rather than obstacles. Her specialties are: Co-Parenting, Child-Centered Divorce, Parallel Parenting, High-Conflict Dispute Resolution, Substance Abuse issues, Domestic Violence, Power and Control Issues, Family Law, Prenuptial Agreements, Child Custody, Parenting Plans, Spousal Maintenance, Co-Parent Communication Coaching, Mediation, Collaborative Law, Guardian ad Litem, Juvenile Law, Small Business including Contract Preparation, Contract Review

Elise's story:

"My story has been shaped by adversity, but determined by perseverance. I grew up in New Orleans, and never imagined that I would move away -- in fact, it took a natural disaster in the form of Hurricane Katrina to force me from my hometown. After a number of unexpected events, my husband and our four children landed in Georgia with only $150 in our pockets. Things only got worse: we soon found ourselves in massive trouble with the IRS, marking the beginning of a years-long struggle out of debt for our family. For me, it was the beginning of a years- long struggle out of a dead marriage and back into the workforce so that I could put my kids through college.

Eventually, I found myself remarried and moved to Seattle. I went from knowing nobody to opening and growing my family law firm into a multi-million dollar business. I'm debt-free today, and have put all of my kids through college. It is because of adversity, as much as it is because of my perseverance, that I am where I am today, and it is my greatest calling to help others find their new and independent life after periods of personal adversity, particularly divorce."

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Our host of Divorce Conversations for Women Podcast is Rhonda Noordyk, CFEI, CDFA®

Rhonda Noordyk's relentless pursuit of financial justice for women going through divorce drove her to leave the financial industry in 2014 to open The Women's Financial Wellness Center. She was in search of a better way. She used her knowledge, passion, and experience to build a leading-edge business model. The intention was to create a business that provided a safe place for women - especially those in a vulnerable position - to find their paths, find their voices and find the financial confidence they need to lift themselves out of seemingly hopeless situations. Since starting the Women's Financial Wellness Center, after a 10+ year career in the financial industry, she has helped alleviate financial vulnerability for thousands of women.

In addition to being the CEO of The Women's Financial Wellness Center, Rhonda is also a professional speaker. While her platform is women's money wellness, it is not just about money. Her topics include: assertive communication, boundaries, leadership and overcoming financial myths. Her speaking experience includes: GE Healthcare, UWM Women's Leadership Conference and Marquette Law School. In addition, she has appeared on Fox6 News, Real Milwaukee, and Morning Blend. Her dynamic and inspirational style leaves women with a sense of empowerment.

Rhonda Noordyk, CFEI, CDFA®

CEO | The Women's Financial Wellness Center

[email protected] | (262) 522-1502

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