Ep 378: Investing Made Simple: Financial Freedom for All with Jodi Jacobs

Join us as we embark on a fascinating conversation with Jodi Jacobs, the CEO and founder of Market Start. Jodi shares her personal journey into the world of stock market investing, beginning with her childhood fascination with Disney stocks, influenced by her father. She offers invaluable insights into her motivation for launching Market Start during the COVID pandemic, with the mission to simplify stock market investing for everyone. Jodi passionately discusses the importance of empowering individuals to manage their investments independently, thus avoiding hidden fees from brokers, and explains how the often-intimidating stock market jargon can actually mask straightforward concepts. Whether you're a beginner or looking to enhance your investment skills, Jodi provides practical guidance on opening a brokerage account and learning at your own pace, making the world of investing accessible to all.

In addition to her work with Market Start, Jodi reveals her inspiration for creating a children's book about investing, designed to be a safe and engaging learning resource for both kids and adults. She emphasizes that investing doesn't require full-time dedication or succumbing to complex jargon, and that anyone can start their investment journey at any time. Jodi shares her experiences balancing her role as a photography studio owner and an investor, illustrating how business management can enhance financial acumen. Through her structured approach, including the wealth builders hit list, Jodi encourages listeners to spend minimal time on their portfolios each week to achieve long-term financial rewards, ultimately promoting investing as a pathway to financial freedom and personal goal attainment.

Connect with Jodi:
Website: www.themarketstart.com
Facebook: Market Start
Instagram: @marketstartofficial
YouTube: Market Start

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