Build Wealth

by Katie Viola

Season 1

40. Why Investing More Isn't Always the Right Move (Especially If You're a High Achiever)

In this episode, we're talking about why your financial strategy should evolve with your life—and how to stop sacrificing today's joy for a future you've already worked so hard to create. In this episode, we’ll cover... Why doing the "responsible" thing with your money may not be the right move forever How to know if you're prioritizing your investments… at the expense of your life. The mindset shift that's helped me feel more peaceful, intentional, and confident with my money. A surprisingly simple way to think about your finances that makes big decisions feel so much clearer. How to stop feeling guilty for slowing down, changing priorities, or wanting something different than you did five years ago. Why real financial freedom isn't just about having more money... it's about creating more life. The goal was never to build the biggest investment account. It was to build a life you can't wait to wake up to. Ready to stop guessing and start making money decisions that actually fit your life? Together in a 90-Minute Money Clarity & Decision Support Session, we'll look at your life and your money side by side so you can finally understand what's going on with your investments, know what they're actually working toward, and feel confident making decisions that support both your future and your life today. You'll leave with clarity, confidence, and a personalized action plan—not more financial overwhelm. 💵 Learn more & book your session: https://buildwealthwithkatie.com/supportsession

S1 · E40

Jun 30, 2026

24:34

39. The Missing Piece on Your Financial Team (And Why I Felt So Lost Without It)

You can have a 401k, a financial advisor, a CPA, and still feel weirdly… lost. There’s a gap many financial conversations don’t fill the space between your numbers and your actual life. In this episode, I'm talking about the gap that so many women experience between having information and actually feeling confident with their money—and why money coaching has naturally evolved to fill that space. We'll talk about the supported space where women can finally: Understand what investments they have and why they have them (without over-complicated jargon) Think through big life decisions and the tradeoffs that come with them (without finance bro energy) Build systems that make money feel simple and supportive (so you feel confident in your finances no matter what’s top of mind in your life) Work through the emotional side of wealth, from guilt and scarcity to learning how to actually enjoy what you've built And when you understand your money, you show up differently—in your life, in your decisions, and even in conversations with the rest of your financial team. Ready for that kind of support? ✨💫 Book a 90-Minute Money Clarity & Decision Support Session If this episode made you think I need someone to sit down and help me think through my actual life and money, this is exactly what my 90-minute session is for. Get Support!

S1 · E39

Jun 23, 2026

29:27

38. Successful But Still Stressed About Money? 5 Simple Systems to Feel More in Control

You can be earning good money, investing consistently, and doing all the “right” things… and still feel stressed about money. If you've ever found yourself lying awake wondering, "Am I doing enough?" or feeling guilty every time you spend money, this episode is for you. Today, we're talking about five simple systems that can help you feel more in control of your finances and bring more peace of mind—without overhauling your entire financial life. In this episode: 5 simple things you can do in 30 minutes or less to feel less stressed about money Small changes that can bring more clarity, confidence, and peace of mind Ways to stop second-guessing yourself and feel more supported by your finances Practical shifts that can help you feel calmer and more in control—without overhauling your entire financial life Simple systems that can help you feel more financially secure and stop wondering if you're doing enough Ready to stop spiraling and finally get clarity? If you're tired of piecing together financial advice from podcasts, books, and social media, and you want personalized support to understand what your numbers mean for your life, I'd love to help. ✨ My 90-Minute Money Clarity & Decision Support Session is designed to help you. Whether you're wondering if you're investing enough, trying to make a big financial decision, or simply want to feel more confident and less stressed about money, this session is designed to help. ✨ [ Learn more and reserve your spot here. ] Mentioned in this episode: Betterment High-Yield Cash Reserve (use this link for an extra +0.75% APY boost) Debt payoff calculators

S1 · E38

Jun 16, 2026

23:37

37. “Am I Doing Okay Financially?” The 5 Simple Numbers That Answer Your Biggest Money Questions

What if you only needed to know five numbers to understand more about your financial life than most people ever do? In this episode, I'm sharing the five numbers that help you answer: ✨ Where am I right now? ✨ What am I building toward? ✨ When could work become optional? ✨ And how do I make decisions today without sacrificing the life I want tomorrow? Investing isn't about memorizing jargon or obsessing over the market. It's about understanding what your money is making possible for your life. Want support getting clear on all of this in just 90 minutes? I offer a 90-Minute Money Clarity & Decision Support Session. In one focused session, we'll answer your biggest questions and connect the dots between your investments and the life you're trying to build. Whether you're wondering: ✨ Am I investing enough, or maybe too much? ✨ Can I afford to spend more? ✨ Should I prioritize retirement, a house, or something else? ✨ What are the tradeoffs between my options? ✨ Am I actually on track? You'll leave with more clarity, more confidence, and a clearer picture of what your money is making possible. Learn more and book your session here: 👯‍♀️ www.buildwealthwithkatie.com/supportsession

S1 · E37

Jun 9, 2026

29:48

36. The Fear That Kept Me From Feeling in Control of My Investments for Years

If you’ve ever thought: “I’m investing… so I’m probably fine.” …but still secretly felt anxious, confused, guilty spending money, or unsure what your investments are actually getting you in life… this episode is for you. For years, I thought investing was just “complicated,” and that letting someone else handle it was the safest option. But by not being involved with my investments: I felt guilty spending money. I second-guessed big life decisions. I feared I was behind. And I worried that someday I’d finally understand my investments… only to realize it was too late to fix things. In this episode, I’m sharing the fears that kept me from feeling in control of my investments for years and how I'd flip the script in hindsight, including: ✨ why “I’m too busy for this” was really fear in disguise ✨ the subtle anxiety that comes from not understanding what your investments are actually doing ✨ why so many high-achieving women feel financially “behind” even while investing consistently ✨ the emotional cost of staying surface-level with your money ✨ the shift that finally made investing feel calm, empowering, and enhanced my life beyond what I could imagine 💻 If you’re ready to stop guessing and finally understand whether your investments are actually on track for the life you want, join me for my live masterclass: “Are You On Track? How to Know If You’re Investing Enough” In just 60 minutes, I’ll walk you through: ✨ how to project what your investments are realistically on track to become ✨ how to know if it’s enough for the life you want ✨ and the simple adjustments you can make if it’s not So you can stop making financial decisions from fear and start feeling calm, clear, and intentional about your future. Join here: https://buildwealthwithkatie.com/masterclass

S1 · E36

Jun 2, 2026

35:35

35. The Hidden Cost of Letting Someone Else Handle Your Investments

Most women I know are smart, successful, and investing consistently… but still have someone else handling their investments. A husband. An advisor. A parent. A friend who’s “good with money.” And while that seems harmless on the surface, it quietly changes your confidence, your relationship dynamic, and the way you move through your life. In this episode, we’re doing a deep dive into the stuff that's there but nobody talks about: the subtle parent/child dynamic money can create, even in healthy relationships how your money can inherit someone else’s fears and invisible scripts why women slowly stop feeling capable around investing why clarity on your investments matters WAY more than becoming a finance expert and how understanding your investments changes the way you make life decisions 🎓 Ready to finally feel confident in your financial future? Join my live masterclass: Are You On Track? How to Know If You’re Investing Enough for the Life You Want You’ll leave understanding: ✔️ what your investments are realistically on track to become ✔️ whether that supports the life you actually want ✔️ and the simple changes that make the biggest difference for your future Grab your seat here: www.buildwealthwithkatie.com/masterclass

S1 · E35

May 26, 2026

30:21

34. You Don’t Need More Investing Terms—The Shortcut to Understand Your Investments Without Learning Everything

Join Us Live to Feel Confident Reaching Your Goals If this episode hits, you’ll love my live masterclass: “Are You On Track? How to Know If You’re Investing Enough” We’ll take this concept and apply it to your numbers — so you can see: what your investments are on track to become if that supports the life you want and what to change if it doesn’t ✨ Save your seat here In this episode, we’re flipping the way you’ve been taught to think about investing. Because the problem isn’t that investing is too complicated — it’s that no one has shown you how it actually connects to your life. And once you see that, everything clicks. ✨ In this episode, you’ll learn: Why “learning more about investing” isn’t actually solving your confusion The real reason your money still feels unclear (even if you’re doing everything right) The simple shift that makes your investments finally make sense How to understand what your money is doing — without memorizing a bunch of terms Why clarity around your numbers changes how you spend, save, and make decisions

S1 · E34

May 12, 2026

22:53

33. If You Don’t Know This, Investing Will Always Feel Stressful (No Matter How Much You Make)

In this episode, we’re breaking down the one thing most high-achieving women are missing when it comes to investing — and why, without it, your money will always feel uncertain (no matter how much you earn or invest). This is the shift that takes you from: second-guessing your spending wondering if you’re behind hesitating on big life decisions to feeling clear, confident, and fully in control of your money. 🔥 In this episode, you’ll learn: Why investing can still feel stressful — even if you’re doing everything “right” The real reason high earners feel unsure about their investments The simple mindset shift that changes how you spend, save, and make decisions Why “saving for retirement” isn’t enough (and what actually matters instead) How clarity around your investments unlocks confidence in your everyday life 🎯 Ready to actually KNOW if your investments are on track? This is exactly what you'll learn in my live masterclass on May 20: 👉 Are You On Track? How to Know If You’re Investing Enough In 60 minutes, you’ll: take your real numbers and see what they're on track to become understand if that's enough for the life YOU want and know exactly what to adjust (if anything) to get on track So you can stop guessing and start making big life decisions with confidence. ✨ Save your spot here: [ Join Us Live - May 20 ]

S1 · E33

May 5, 2026

16:54

32. You Can Afford It, But What Is It Costing You? The Hidden Tradeoffs You're Making With Your Money

You’re already making trade-offs with your money. You just don’t know what you’re giving up. That hesitation before you book the trip. The guilt after you spend. The voice asking, “Is this going to mess up my future?” This episode is that feeling explained, & what to do about it. What you’ll walk away with: A new way to think about money decisions that instantly makes them feel clearer Why “Can I afford this?” is actually the wrong question The hidden trade-offs behind your lifestyle (yes… even the “reasonable” choices) The difference between spending decisions vs. life direction decisions How to stop making decisions based on vibes, guilt, or fear… and start making ones you feel fully aligned with What it actually looks like to say “hell yes” to your life — without second-guessing yourself later Ready to actually know if you’re on track — and what your money is getting you? I’m hosting a live masterclass where I’ll walk you through how to: see what your investments are projected to turn into and when understand if that's enough to get you the life you want What to change if it’s not and finally feel confident in your financial decisions 👉 Save your seat Want a simple way to start understanding your investments? Grab my free guide here

S1 · E32

Apr 28, 2026

18:33

31. 5 Steps to Take Control of Your Investments Without Messing Everything Up

I’m walking you through exactly how to take control of your investments... without blowing anything up, starting over, or needing to become a finance expert. This is the shift from: “I hope this is working” to “I know exactly what my money is doing, why it’s set up that way, and how to get on track for MY goals.” ✨ What you’ll walk away with: A simple 5-step path to go from confused → totally confident with your portfolio How to get involved without risking costly mistakes The biggest reason you still feel lost (even if you’re “doing everything right”) What actually creates confidence + freedom with your money (hint: it’s not more saving or optimizing) How to start making confident decisions from a place of clarity instead of fear 🎯 Ready to feel totally confident that you’re on track for your goals? I’m hosting a live 60-minute masterclass where I’ll walk you through: → how to look at your actual numbers → project what they’re on track to grow into and when → so you finally know if it’s enough for the life you want → and what to adjust if it's not Stop stressing… and start feeling totally confident in your financial future. 👉 Join the waitlist here: buildwealthwithkatie.com/masterclass

S1 · E31

Apr 21, 2026

26:01

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