In this empowering episode of Pockets of Knowledge, host Desiree Stanley sits down with Monica Kaufman—a seasoned financial professional and wealth empowerment coach—for a conversation that redefines what it really means to achieve financial freedom. Monica shares her personal and professional journey, including the pivotal shift from simply earning money to consciously building wealth and helping others do the same.
Together, Desiree and Monica unpack the deeper emotional and psychological layers of money, exploring why knowledge alone isn’t enough and how lasting change comes from shifting your mindset around self-worth, scarcity, and control. Monica explains why traditional financial advice often falls short and how her work focuses on returning power to women—especially those who’ve been underserved by the financial industry.
Monica offers practical, judgment-free strategies to help listeners start where they are, build confidence with money, and create systems that support long-term wealth. Whether you're trying to pay off debt, grow your savings, or break free from generational money patterns, Monica’s warm, relatable guidance will leave you feeling seen, supported, and ready to take the next step.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone ready to stop just surviving and start creating a life of intentional abundance—on their own terms.
Bio:
As a financial professional, I’ve watched many people struggle to achieve the financial freedom they crave. It’s not just about their income. Financial freedom requires a transition from earning money to building wealth. It’s not just about information; it’s also about empowerment that supports you as you live and sustain the changes necessary to reach your goals. Money is merely a set of tools anyone can master to build the life they want.
I’ve walked through this process in my own life and understand the challenges. And I’ve had the privilege of helping people through this process.
I've been doing this for many years at some of the biggest financial firms. I joined Harmony to build a program that returns power back to your hands.
I am a mom of 2 adult sons and two rescue dogs.
Connect with Monica:
Email: hello@harmonywealthacademy.com
Website: https://www.harmonywealthacademy.com/
Resources:
https://harmonywealthacademy.com/#courses
Books mentioned:
Secrets of the Millionaire Mind: Mastering the Inner Game of Wealth by T. Harv Eker (Author) -https://bookshop.org/a/116550/9780060763282
https://amzn.to/4mL8dXi
Millionaire Mindset: The Simple Habits And Thinking Behind Money, Wealth, and Success by Paul J. Stanley (Author) -https://bookshop.org/a/116550/9781720821465
https://amzn.to/3SzZ5qY
The Millionaire Next Door: The Surprising Secrets of America's Wealthy by Thomas J. Stanley (Author), William D. Danko (Author) - https://bookshop.org/a/116550/9781589795471
https://amzn.to/3HnxHtQ
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