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From Broke to Building

In 2015, when I first quit my job to pursue motivational speaking full-time, I cashed out my 401k for a little over $7,000. I had already been speaking at schools, hosting events, and consulting with clients, but I convinced myself I needed to “look successful” to attract more success—so I spent every dollar from my 401k on an office space, a professional sign, flyers, and giveaways.


Within the same week of quitting my job—and while I was busy spending on all the things I thought I needed to look successful—I walked next door and introduced myself to a neighboring business. That simple act led to my biggest client yet: a $7,000 contract that, at the time, felt like confirmation I was on the right path. But when that client didn’t pay the final installment, everything changed. I fell behind on bills, was eventually evicted, and watched my reputation take hits from people who assumed my financial struggles meant I had failed.


I resented those times deeply, but now I see them differently. That $7,000 wasn’t recompense—it was a gift. A life and business lesson. It taught me that appearance isn’t proof of purpose, and that the only way forward is through faith and consistency.


Even when the money isn’t there, or when life feels unfair, you keep moving. You keep sharing your vision with others, and if you're in business, you keep promoting yourself. Because chances are, you’re already doing what you’re called to do—you just have to keep showing up for it.


I was learning and facing real difficulty, and instead of people offering a helping hand, many just confirmed what they already expected—to see me fail. The truth is, people who genuinely want to see you win don’t laugh at you or disappear when you’re down. Later, I learned that some of what I faced wasn’t just bad luck—it was opposition. There were people actively working against me, which played a part in why I never received that final payment. If I could do it over, I would’ve saved more, built a rainy-day fund, vetted my clients, and paid attention to the warnings from others about their experiences. I wouldn’t have rushed to get an office space or tried to “look” established. I would’ve invited people to help me, instead of letting insecurity push me into hiding and overcompensating.


In this week’s episode, “From Broke to Building: How to Keep Going When You Can’t Afford To Quit,” I’m sharing the hard but powerful lessons I learned about faith, clarity, and alignment when money was tight. This isn’t just about surviving your financial struggles—it’s about using them to strengthen your mindset, rebuild your confidence, and realign your vision with your resources.


You’ll be inspired to:


Turn financial stress into clarity and direction

Keep building even when it feels impossible

Strengthen your faith when the numbers don’t add up

Create stability and strategy while pursuing your dreams



If you’re in a season where faith has to carry you further than finances can—here's some tools to use to invite help, get better at marketing and making sales, and avoid financial pitfalls:



Selling 101 | Entrepreneur




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