Jamila Souffrant is a Certified Financial Education Instructor (CFEI), host of the Journey To Launch podcast and author of "Your Journey to Financial Freedom: A Step-By-Step Guide to Achieving Wealth and Happiness". The Journey To Launch podcast explores all aspects of reaching Financial Freedom; from increasing income, paying off debt, investing, saving & learning how to retire early and wealthy. The book, "Your Journey to Financial Freedom: A Step-By-Step Guide to Achieving Wealth and Happiness," shows you how to skyrocket your savings, blast through debt and ultimately accelerate your unique and truly epic journey to financial freedom and independence. The audiobook, which is narrated by Jamila, and the eBook are available in the Apple store. As a money expert who “walks her talk” she helps brave listeners also known as Journeyers; gain clarity around their finances and create an actionable plan to reach their goals. Her mission is to teach, inspire and help others reach Financial Freedom and Financial Independence.
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episode 344: The Basics of Financial Independence: How Financial Independence Changed my Life - Part 1
In Part 1 of my “The Basics of Financial Independence Series,” I take you through my background and how I discovered the Financial Independence, Retire Early Movement (FIRE Movement).
I also talk about how my mom came to America from Jamaica, my early introduction to real estate, when I had my FIRE Movement “Ah ha” moment, and more!
In this episode you’ll learn more about:
- My background, when my personal finance passion began, and how Financial Independence changed my life
- How Financial Independence differs from other personal finance concepts
- Financial Independence basics you need to know
- Ways you can reach your Financial Independence goals + more
Other Links Mentioned in episode:
- InRoads.org
- Mad Fientist Podcast
- How I Bought My First Real Estate Investment Property At 22-Years-Old
- My Journey To Launch: How I Plan To Retire By Age 40
- How I Failed At Reaching My Financial Independence Goal But Found Financial Freedom Instead
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