In this episode, I have the privilege of speaking with Paul Lawrence Vann, a financial expert with over 30 years of experience. Paul is the founder and president of Wealth Building Academy LLC, a podcaster, international speaker, and best-selling author. He served over two decades in the US Air Force and brings a wealth of knowledge to the table.


Through our conversation, Paul shares his journey from a young Air Force lieutenant to becoming a financial consultant who helps individuals build financial literacy and intelligence. He provides practical tips for managing finances, especially for women navigating financial independence post-divorce. From creating budgets to tackling debts and making smart investments, Paul's advice is both actionable and easy to implement in your life.


Whether you're dealing with financial transitions or just looking to improve your relationship with money, this episode is packed with wisdom and practical tips. Tune in and transform your financial outlook with insights from Paul Lawrence Vann. Don't forget to visit his podcast, Wealth Academy Podcast, for more financial literacy content.


About the Guest:

Paul Lawrence Vann is the founder and President of Wealth Building Academy, LLC, an educational consultancy. He hosts the Wealth Academy Podcast, and he hosted The Wealthy Speaker Talk Show for eight years, which consists of over 800 episodes. Paul is an international speaker and two-time, number one, international best-selling author. His latest book is Leadership Is Influence.


Paul served over 20 years in the United States Air Force, including a year as a Capitol Hill Fellow working for a member of Congress in the U.S. House of Representatives, and he retired with the rank of lieutenant colonel. Paul is a DoD Certified Financial Manager. Paul served over twenty years in the United States Air Force (USAF), including 12 consecutive years in the Pentagon in various leadership positions, and he was a Capitol Hill Fellow and worked for a member of Congress in the U.S. House of Representatives. He retired with the rank of lieutenant colonel.


To connect with Paul:


Website: https://www.paulvannspeaks.com

Book: https://www.leadershipisinfluencebook.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/paulvann1

IG: https://www.instagram.com/paullawrencevann

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

X: https://www.twitter.com/paulvann

About the Host:

Mardi Winder-Adams is an ICF and BCC Executive and Leadership Coach, Certified Divorce Transition Coach, and a Credentialed Distinguished Mediator in Texas. She has worked with women in executive, entrepreneur, and leadership roles navigating personal, life, and professional transitions. She is the founder of Positive Communication Systems, LLC.


To find out more about divorce coaching: www.divorcecoach4women.com

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Divorcecoach4women

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

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divorcecoach4women/


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