In this episode of The Stroke It Podcast, Jenny sits down with financial coach and author Scott Yamamura for a practical, mindset-shifting conversation about financial literacy, behavior, and building real momentum with money—especially at the start of a new year.

Scott shares how he went from feeling like an “imposter” with personal finance to creating a simple framework he calls the Three Financial Epiphanies—easy rules of thumb designed to make money feel less overwhelming and more actionable. You’ll hear why he believes personal finance is mostly behavior, how marketing and “normal” spending habits quietly keep people stuck, and what it looks like to take ownership of your financial future without getting buried in complexity.

Jenny brings real-life examples from running a business, managing shifting cash flow, and watching common spending patterns (hello, Starbucks and daily takeout) derail otherwise capable people. Together, they talk through practical ways to audit spending, reduce debt, start investing at any level, and build confidence over time.

They also cover student loans and the pressure to follow the “default path,” plus a powerful story about front-loading a 529 plan and letting compounding do the heavy lifting. The episode wraps with advice for couples—why money tension is common, how to create shared alignment, and how understanding your “multiplying power” can help spouses work as a team.

Connect with Scott
Website / Book / Resources: FinancialEpiphany.com

Chapters
00:00 – Welcome + why this conversation fits the start of the year
01:09 – Scott’s season of life + how his journey into finance began
03:20 – Feeling financially “behind” and why money is mostly behavior
06:40 – The “Three Financial Epiphanies” explained (simple rules of thumb)
11:30 – Why most people look fine financially… until they don’t
14:10 – Paycheck-to-paycheck, debt, and the “path of snares and traps”
18:45 – How to start if you’re broke, stressed, or overwhelmed
22:30 – Student loans, college pressure, and being intentional
28:10 – The 529 front-load story: saving early and letting time work
33:00 – Where to invest (401(k), brokerage firms, and starting small)
36:30 – Daily spending habits that quietly drain future freedom
39:20 – Abundance mindset + taking ownership of your financial choices
41:30 – Marriage and money: teamwork, accountability, and “budget dates”
44:10 – Final takeaway: the 3 rules Scott wants you to remember
44:50 – Where to connect with Scott + closing call-to-action

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In this episode of The Stroke It Podcast, Jenny sits down with attorney and podcast host Alexis Rosenberg (aka LitigationLex) for a real conversation about relationships—at work, at home, and with friends.

They dig into what it actually takes to work with your spouse without letting work consume your marriage, why clear boundaries matter (and how to set them), and how Alexis stays productive without overcomplicating her schedule.

You’ll also hear how her law firm has adapted post-COVID with remote staff, the challenges of training and onboarding virtually, and the practical systems she uses to keep people engaged—without pretending every workplace is a “family.”

Finally, they talk about friendships and “finding your tribe,” including the difference between support and emotional dumping—and why having friends in different seasons of life matters.

Connect with Alexis

Social (TikTok/Instagram/Facebook): @litigationlex
Law firm / fractional general counsel: Rosenberg Law (https://rosenberglawpa.com/alexis-rosenberg/)
Course: Will be released under LitigationLex

Chapters

00:00 – Friends aren’t your therapist
00:13 – Intro to the show
00:27 – Meet Alexis Rosenberg (LitigationLax)
01:09 – Working with your spouse: what makes it work
02:43 – The “division of labor” rule (and tiebreakers)
03:57 – Protecting home time: no work talk boundaries
06:52 – Venting vs problem-solving communication
08:00 – Balance, productivity, and travel as a reset
10:19 – Spontaneous trips (Paris in 24 hours)
13:17 – Packing carry-on only (and why shoes are the enemy)
16:53 – Managing a remote team: training and engagement
19:36 – AI for onboarding and internal “how do I?” questions
21:42 – Retention: PTO, respect, and being heard
23:08 – Culture without the “we’re a family” cliché
27:13 – PTO policies, trust, and avoiding resentment
32:05 – Employees on your personal social media
33:29 – The upcoming course + fractional general counsel
38:43 – Friendships, seasons of life, and building your tribe
42:09 – Closing advice: decide what you really want
43:57 – Where to connect with Alexis
44:13 – Final call-to-action

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In this episode of The Stroke It Podcast, host Jenny Townsend closes out 2025 with an honest year-end reflection—equal parts gratitude, behind-the-scenes reality, and a clear reset heading into 2026. Jenny shares what this year really looked like: big goals, unexpected losses, team turnover, hard conversations, and the humbling feeling of being back in “year one” even after years of growth.

She walks listeners through the turning point that changed everything—implementing EOS and Traction, learning to lead with accountability, and realizing that goals don’t hit themselves without a real plan, role clarity, and ownership. Jenny breaks down the company’s critical number, what fell short, what got restructured mid-year, and why the second half of 2025 became a completely different business with a stronger foundation.

On the personal side, Jenny shares the routines and mindset shifts that supported her through the grind—morning walks, rest, health changes, travel, coaches, and the books that helped her think differently. She also previews what’s ahead: celebrating 10 years in business, a 2026 theme word (“Resonate”), bigger targets, and a renewed commitment to build momentum with intention.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode

✅ The real reason 2025 didn’t go “according to plan” (and why Jenny won’t use excuses)
✅ How EOS and Traction triggered major team shifts—and why that was necessary
✅ The leadership change Jenny had to make: accountability, hard conversations, and ownership
✅ The mid-year clarity moment that sparked restructuring, role changes, and new systems
✅ Why “checking boxes” doesn’t move the needle—and what KPIs actually revealed
✅ Health, routines, and rest: what Jenny leaned into to feel better and lead better
✅ Travel highlights, perspective shifts, and the power of stepping away to reset
✅ The books and coaches that influenced Jenny’s mindset going into Q1
✅ 2026’s word “Resonate” and how it will guide decisions, culture, and growth
✅ What’s coming next: 10-year celebration, new goals, and building real momentum

Resources Mentioned in This Episode

Books

📘 Traction by Gino Wickman — goals, accountability, EOS & business systems

📘 Seasons of Life by Jim Rohn — perspective on life’s phases

📘 Greenlights by Matthew McConaughey — mindset, resilience & humor

📘 The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz — personal freedom & relationships

📘 The E-Myth Revisited by Michael E. Gerber — small business fundamentals

📘 Present Over Perfect by Shauna Niequist — meanin

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