Finding Experience in Adversity

Season 2: Episode #031

Finding Experience in Adversity, Nicki Conradt-Eberlin of Unleashed Leadership

Podcast guest, Nicki Conradt-Eberlin, had to become self-sufficient while just 16 and still in high school. Instead of given into a believe that she was fated to fail, she worked through jobs, paid bills usually handled by adults, and even saved up thousands of dollars to purchase her first vehicle. Looking back now, she’s grateful for all her experiences. And she’s used her experience, curiosity for learning, and drive to become a life coach to help others set and realize their own goals.

Becoming self-sufficient in high school because of alcoholism in the family
Working her first job in an in-school credit union branch
Saving up money to purchase her first car at 16 ($3k-$5k) while paying for groceries, insurance, phone, and other bills
Using her passion for horseback riding to stay motivated financially
Moving on to a full-time position with credit union after high school while attending community college before earning two bachelor’s degrees
Using a low-limit credit card during and after college
Challenges after graduation
Analyzing student loan debt after college and how much it starts to add up over time
Learning about financial products online but also learning from mentors and company materials
Realizing that she loved training and onboarding, which led to setting out as a life coach
Letting go of the scarcity mentality to grow her business and embracing the abundance mentality
Identifying different life goals for each client
Being grateful for all experiences of her life
Reframing views of challenges and difficult times
The importance of consistently checking in with your finances (where your money is going and how you are spending it)