"Would you believe that all of those things are part of the AFC program? It's like a warm, fuzzy blanket that I wear at night."

Jessica Medina is not throwing away her shot.

This week on Real Money, Real Experts, we welcome Jessica Medina, a dedicated Accredited Financial Counselor®️ who transitioned from a career in law to follow her true passion. Jessica's journey highlights the power of embracing life's unexpected paths and finding fulfillment in new dreams.

In this episode, Jessica shares her inspiring story of letting go of one dream to pursue another, and how she discovered her true calling in financial coaching. She discusses the importance of following the path life presents to you, even when the answers aren't clear at first, especially when starting a private practice. Join us for a heartfelt conversation on finding your path, embracing uncertainty, and the impact of personal passions on professional success.

Show Notes: 
2:00 The Hamiltune's are back!
03:37 Jessica's transition from law to pursuing her passion
06:34 The secret to starting your private practice
09:02 Unlocking the entrepreneur mindset
11:41 How collaboration & networking are your secret weapon 
15:43 The power behind stepping outside of your comfort zone 
18:31 Why you need to set boundaries 
21:18 What led Jessica to the AFC 
27:29 Handling life's transitions & saying yes 
30:17 Jessica's 2 cents

Show Note Links:
https://www.jessicamedinallc.com/studentloanseries 

Website: https://www.jessicamedinallc.com/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicamedinallc 

Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/jessicamedinallc 

Instagram: @jessicamedinallc 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9_kStA0zw2

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