The first step in meditation is becoming aware of one's thoughts. It is mentioned that people have around 90,000 thoughts a day, but they are often not aware of their mental chatter. Meditation is described as a tool to cultivate awareness and realize that one is not their thoughts. It is about noticing the thoughts and being curious about them.
In this episode, host Tech Careers and Money Talk interviews Jenny Wichello, a serial CFO who has worked for various retail startups and is currently the head of finance for a prime membership growth and engagement at Amazon. Jenny shares her career journey and how it has shaped her perspective on money. She emphasizes the importance of awareness and meditation in understanding our thoughts about money. Jenny also runs a money coaching offering that focuses on money mindset. Tune in to gain insights into building a successful finance career and developing a healthy relationship with money.
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https://www.techcareersandmoneytalk.com/004-mastering-financial-success/
Episode Timeline:
00:01:14 - Jenny's Career Journey from Accenture to Amazon
00:04:33 - The Value of Skills Learned at Accenture
00:06:24 - The Importance of Systems Thinking
00:08:37 - Equity and Compensation in Retail Startups
00:09:23 - Money Mindset Shifts from Career Experiences
00:12:19 - The Role of Mentorship in Career Development
00:14:32 - Peer Mentorship and Its Importance
00:16:39 - Jenny's Transition to Money Coaching
00:19:36 - Developing a Passion for Money Mindset
00:23:16 - Coaching Through Financial Stress and Mindset
00:28:20 - Visioning and Financial Planning
00:31:24 - Customizing Financial Frameworks for Individuals
00:33:51 - Budgeting and Mindful Spending
00:35:24 - Lightning Round: Soft Skills and Career Impact
00:36:39 - Worst Money Advice Received
00:37:41 - Continuous Learning and Recharging
00:39:22 - Advice to Younger Self and Career Growth
00:41:13 - How to Find Jenny Wichelow and Her Services
