In this solo episode of the Wealth Academy Podcast, host Paul Lawrence Vann takes listeners on a transformational journey through the beliefs about money that once limited his financial growth and the mindset shifts that changed everything.

Paul reveals how early money messages from childhood shape the way we think, spend, and save as adults. He opens up about the internal obstacles that once held him back, and how embracing self-leadership became the key to rewriting his financial story.

Listeners will discover:

• How your early environment and experiences form your money beliefs
• Why awareness is the first step toward financial transformation
• How self-leadership empowers you to create new financial habits
• The three money beliefs that keep most people stuck in scarcity
• How to adopt an abundance mindset and attract greater opportunities
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This episode isn’t just about dollars, it’s about developing a relationship with money that reflects confidence, purpose, and self-worth.

If you’re ready to let go of limiting beliefs and step into financial freedom, this episode will inspire you to lead yourself first — and watch your wealth follow.

In this intimate and transformational episode, Paul Lawrence Vann shares the moment that completely changed his definition of success.

Before Paul could lead organizations, teams, and audiences all around the world, he first had to learn how to lead himself.

Paul will share how self-leadership became the catalyst for every big breakthrough in his life and business. He will explain how your internal game not your titles, net worth, or external validation determines your success and fulfillment.

Tune in to leave this episode with a renewed sense of purpose and direction, practical tools for leading yourself, and the mindset shift to break free of mediocrity and lead with influence and integrity.

Key Takeaways

* True success starts on the inside. External results are a reflection of your internal leadership.

* Self-leadership starts with awareness and accountability. You can’t lead what you don’t understand.

* Discipline creates consistency, and consistency compounds into long-term success.

* Your mindset is the foundation. The way you think determines the way you perform.

* Leading yourself allows you to lead others. People follow clarity, confidence, and character, not titles.

If today’s message inspired you, don’t keep it to yourself , share it with a friend, colleague, or family member who’s ready to grow in self-leadership.

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In this transformative episode, host Paul Lawrence Vann welcomes Rovan Deon — “The Breakthrough Coach, a master of transformation with over three decades of experience in personal development. Rovan helps individuals and leaders break through emotional barriers, overcome fear, and awaken their highest potential to achieve powerful, lasting results in both life and business.

A Certified Master NLP Practitioner, Certified Hypnotist, and Strategic Interventionist trained through the world-renowned Robbins-Madanes Training, Rovan fuses Neuro-Linguistic Programming, Hypnosis, and Strategic Intervention to create rapid, profound breakthroughs that redefine what’s possible.

From vice presidents of global banks to Grammy-nominated artists, filmmakers, and even speechwriters for presidents, Rovan’s clients span industries and continents — each transformed by his rare ability to help them step into their most confident, clear, and purpose-driven selves.

Tune in as Rovan shares his insights on unlocking human potential, the science of transformation, and the art of becoming truly unleashed. This is an episode that will inspire you to let go of limitations and lead your life with confidence, clarity, and courage.

Listen now and discover how to create your breakthrough moment.

Welcome to a new era of Wealth Academy Podcast, hosted by Paul Lawrence Vann, founder of Wealth Building Academy, LLC. In this milestone 312th episode, Paul reflects on five remarkable years of the podcast’s journey and shares an exciting look at what’s next — from strategic growth to powerful new playlists that will transform how listeners experience Wealth Is More Than Just Money.

Discover more about our 90-day Self-Leadership Coaching program: https://tinyurl.com/4d6a95t2

Paul discusses the upcoming content transformation designed to help mid-career professionals, entrepreneurs, and leaders balance financial success with personal fulfillment. Expect a fresh focus on self-leadership, financial literacy, and holistic wealth — because true wealth goes beyond dollars and cents. It’s about your health, relationships, purpose, and inner power.

You’ll also hear Paul reveal upcoming plans for:

• New guest experts and thought leaders in leadership and finance.
• Exclusive solo episodes on mindset mastery, leadership growth, and economic updates.
• A refreshed studio experience and enhanced production quality.
• Podcast monetization strategies that amplify impact and reach.

As a Certified Financial Manager and retired USAF officer, Paul draws from decades of leadership, finance, and service to empower you to build a legacy of purpose and influence.

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Because wealth isn’t just what you earn — it’s who you become.

We’re joined by Michele Satchell, former senior federal leader turned speaker, coach, and trainer, who knows what it takes to rise above adversity and create a life of purpose. From overcoming a childhood speech impairment to leaving a six-figure government career to help high-achieving women shift their mindsets, Michele’s story will inspire you to take bold action. Don’t miss this powerful conversation on leadership, resilience, and stepping into the life you were meant to live. Tune in and transform your mindset today!

Discover more about Michele at www.michelesatchell.com

The host Paul Lawrence Vann celebrates the five (5) year anniversary of Wealth Academy Podcast! During this episode Paul shares the backstory of how he started his podcast platform and what led up to it being founded.

Prior to hosting Wealth Academy Podcast, Paul led The Wealthy Speaker Talk Radio Show and produced over 900 episodes. He has interviewed guest such as Chris Gardner from the Pursuit of Happyness movie fame, Berniece King, daughter of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr and Coretta Scott King. Julie Ziglar daughter of Zig Ziglar, the rapper Two Chainz, Alan Levy founder of Blog Talk Radio, Randall Pinkett, Chef Jeff Henderson and many others.

Paul also shared reasons why people should start a podcast and some of the funniest technology problems he has encountered over the years. Additionally, he discusses the importance of people obtaining training from industry experts and understand the investment required to do so.

Encourage your friends, family, and colleagues to tune in and listen to this Podiversary episode and rate and review this episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, and Amazon Music. and provide a 5-Star rating and positive comments.

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During this episode Janet Tonkins, the "Cash Flow Diva," shares why she is a powerhouse real estate developer, investor, coach, keynote speaker and philanthropist who transformed from poverty to prosperity through faith and determination. Her guiding principle: "I won't give anyone anything I can't live in myself."

With over 100 residential properties, Tonkins has orchestrated $800+ million in transactions across Baltimore, Atlanta, and Paterson, NJ. Her impressive portfolio includes part-ownership of three $110 million biotech labs, a 150-unit apartment building, and a groundbreaking $37 million affordable housing project for grandparents raising grandchildren.

Janet and her husband are among the first Black developers to build from the ground up in Paterson, New Jersey and she's currently developing a 70-unit apartment building for homeless veterans.

As executive board member of the Baltimore Real Estate Investment Association and co-chair of SAVVY Women's Investment Meeting, Tonkins passionately teaches others to "fish for themselves.

Janet Tonkins has been featured in USA Today as a "Game-Changer," Speakers Magazine's 2025 "Rising Star," Women of Wealth, and numerous podcasts.

Her best-selling book "The Turning Point" chronicles her inspiring rags-to-riches journey, with her solo work "Purses, Heels, Houses, You Choose©" launching in late 2025.

Award-Winning entrepreneur and CEO Malaysia Harrell visited the Wealth Academy Podcast studio to share expertise on inspiring clients to rise, realign, and lead from the inside out. Malaysia is a keynote speaker, wellness mogul, and proud veteran whose life and work are a testament to resilience, purpose, and soul-aligned success.

With over 30 years of experience in mental and behavioral health, Malaysia has served as a licensed psychotherapist, board-certified clinical social worker, and spiritual transformation coach—empowering individuals and communities through healing-centered leadership.

During this episode, Malysia shared how her Blissful Life Consulting and The Malaysia Harrell Foundation mission is clear: to inspire others to rise, realign, and lead from the inside out—because true success starts with the soul.

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