Get Smart with Money Podcast

In this episode, I sit down with Kate Assaraf, founder and CEO of DIP, the brand redefining hair care with sustainable shampoo and conditioner bars. Kate shares her journey of building a mission-driven business, the challenges of scaling a product that puts people and the planet first, and how she’s shaking up the beauty industry with innovation and heart.

You’ll walk away from this episode inspired by Kate’s resilience and creativity, and with a deeper understanding of how purpose-driven businesses can make a real impact.

Learn more about DIP here: https://dipalready.com

In this episode, I sit down with Jimmy Rios, founder of Eye Level to High Level™, to share strategies for scaling businesses, securing non-recourse funding, and optimizing financial planning.With 20+ years of experience, Jimmy explains how his team creates custom roadmaps for lasting growth—covering credit, taxes, and operational efficiency. Hear real success stories from entrepreneurs who have unlocked funding, expanded operations, and achieved financial independence.🚀 Eye Level to High Level: eyeleveltohighlevel.riosbusinessfunding.com📖 E-Book: Decoding the Mystery of Business Credit: bit.ly/jimmys-ebook💼 Rios Business Advisors: www.riosbusinessadvisors.com✉️ Email: [email protected]

In this episode of the Get Smart with Money Podcast, I sit down with Julia and Gino Barbaro — Certified Money Coaches (CMC)®, entrepreneurs, and co-hosts of The Julia & Gino Show — for an inspiring conversation about faith, family, and financial freedom.As parents of six and partners in both life and business, Julia and Gino share how they’ve built a thriving real estate portfolio of over 1,800 multifamily units and $350 million in assets under management — while keeping their values, communication, and family connection at the heart of everything they do.Julia, a Certified High Performance Coach®, helps individuals strengthen their relationships and reach their personal and professional goals with clarity and confidence. Gino, author of Happy Money Happy Life: Create a Legacy of Wealth and Happiness, brings decades of experience guiding others to build wealth with purpose and design lives of true abundance.Together, they remind us that wealth isn’t just about money — it’s about living with intention, love, and legacy.  Connect with Julia & Gino: ⁠barbaro360.com⁠ ⁠The Julia & Gino Show⁠ ⁠Happy Money Happy Life (Book)⁠ Instagram: ⁠@barbaro_360⁠ YouTube: ⁠Barbaro 360⁠ Facebook: ⁠Join Gino’s Family

In this episode, I sit down with Lori Pappas, entrepreneur, author, and humanitarian, to talk about how life’s toughest challenges can become the foundation for purpose, peace, and prosperity.

Lori’s journey is one of powerful transformation — turning personal adversity into a series of successful ventures that inspire others to do the same. Through her work and her book “The Magic of Yes,” Lori teaches how self-trust, boundaries, and inner wisdom can help you create a life filled with joy, balance, and financial empowerment.

Her story is a beautiful reminder that it’s never too late to rewrite your narrative and design a life rooted in authenticity and abundance.

 Connect with Lori:
 Website: https://loripappas.com
 Book: The Magic of Yes
 Newsletter: https://loripappas.substack.com
 Join the Wise Woman Sisterhood: https://facebook.com/groups/wisewomanorg
 Instagram: @loripappas_
 LinkedIn: Lori Pappas

In this episode, I sit down with Matthew Stafford, Managing Partner of Build Grow Scale, to discuss the art and science of scaling eCommerce businesses through data, psychology, and emotional intelligence.

With over three decades of entrepreneurial experience across multiple industries — from brick-and-mortar to software — Matthew has helped hundreds of brands grow beyond seven figures and reach new heights. Through Build Grow Scale, he mentors thousands of store owners, teaching them how to optimize conversion rates, enhance user experience, and create sustainable success.

Beyond business strategy, Matthew opens up about how emotional intelligence and self-awareness play a key role in entrepreneurship and personal growth.

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 Learn more about Matthew and Build Grow Scale: https://buildgrowscale.com
 Connect with Matthew: LinkedIn | Instagram | YouTube

In this episode, Kim helps me personally but many others with one simple rule: think of your income as a percentage when you are saving some of it and do it first before anything else!

Kim Kent is Perth's leading Money Mindset and Financial Coach, renowned for her transformative Wealthy As F*ck money coaching program. With over a decade of entrepreneurial experience, she's helped countless women overcome money mindset blocks, achieve financial freedom, and break the cycle of generational scarcity.
Kim's own journey, from financial stress to business success, fuels her passion for empowering women to heal their relationship with money. Recognised globally as one of the top 9 Money Coaches in 2024, Kim continues to impact the lives of ambitious women across Australia, guiding them to financial abundance and empowerment.

Check her out here: http://www.wealthyaf.com.au/

Free training: https://www.kimkent.net/moneyinthebank

Free savings cheatsheet!: https://www.kimkent.net/savingscheatsheet

In this episode, we discuss different ways to start to save money and build credit. It's important to be proactive in life and especially with your finances. Something I wish I had thought about much earlier and had a plan for. Let's learn from our mistakes and get a plan in motion this time!

WiLL R. Young CFP Combines Behavioral Psychology and Surfing to Help Investors Master Market Volatility

Will is a prominent financial expert and passionate surfer, has demonstrated the effectiveness of his unique approach to investment strategies through impressive results in the Good Judgment Project. With a Brier Score lower than top economists, Young has proven that his blend of behavioral psychology, Stoicism, and financial analysis is a winning combination for navigating market uncertainty. This accomplishment is a testament to the years of study and research he has dedicated to understanding human decision-making and emotional biases in finance.

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In this episode, John and I talk about life events that unexpectedly changed our lives for the better by awakening something in us to keep learning.

John Solleder has been a top earner in 4 network marketing companies in a 42 year career. He has written 4 books, Moving Up volume 1, volume 2, Moving Up 2020, as well as Leave Nothing to Chance. These last 2 books were Amazon best sellers. He has hosted the Leaving Nothing to Chance podcast for the last 5 years and interviewed many of the top luminaries in the direct selling industry.

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In this episode, Katrena and I talk about how she is sent from heaven to help those not well versed in computers and software. She is able to create experts in all kinds of fields their online courses, books, speeches and more.

Katrena Friel is an internationally recognized Business Mentor known for her transformative approach to leadership and

entrepreneurship. With over 25 years of experience, Katrena

empowers entrepreneurs and leaders to master their unique

Field of Excellence. Her clients range from ambitious startups to seasoned professionals, all seeking to elevate their influence

and success.

As an award-winning author and TEDx speaker, Katrena’s

mission is to help individuals unlock their full potential and

create thriving, future-proof businesses. Her innovative "Done

for You Program" turns dreams into reality within 90 days,

leveraging seven distinct streams of income to build a

sustainable business ecosystem.

Time Zones: Australia (Sydney) availability is from 5:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Book a FREE 1-hour Business Strategy Session:

www.becomingtheexpert.com.au

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