Our stories give us the power to become the author of our past and future experiences and unleash our truth. Every woman has a story, and this one is mine.

When I was in my 20’s, I found myself engulfed in a volatile marriage marked by mental, emotional, and physical abuse. The relationship finally imploded, thankfully, after a violent episode that left me broken and my abuser imprisoned. At the time, I had no job, no child support, and only a meager monthly stipend to keep my family afloat. I did not know who to turn to for guidance or how to pick up the pieces of my life. I felt completely lost and isolated.

That was over 20 years ago. As painful as those dark days were, my divorce from my abuser ultimately saved my life in more ways than one. As I continued my journey to heal and find purpose, I felt led to help other women; a way to take my “mess” and make it my “message.” I wanted to become for other women the person I desperately needed but could not find. My experiences helped me develop strength, not wounds; I remain determined to help other women transition from trauma to triumph.

Through my work with my financial advising firm, I have been able to help hundreds of individuals manage their toughest seasons victoriously, such as their divorce, loss of a loved one, and career transitions. As a Transformational Wealth Coach and through my “Smart Money Gal,” platform, I help women find their financial confidence, reclaim their power, and embrace a life of prosperity.

I am blessed to share that others in my community and across the nation have honored my work and found value in my mission. Some of my accolades include: 2013-2016, 2020 Women’s Choice Award for Financial Advisors; Kentucky Colonel Award for civic leadership from the Commonwealth of Kentucky; 2013 Inductee into the National Academy of Best-Selling Authors; 2013 Acquisition International Financial Advisory Firm of the Year-USA; and multi-year award winner in the Best of Atlanta Business Hall of Fame from the city of Atlanta.

I have had the incredible opportunity to co-author a Best-Selling book with Jack Canfield, creator of the Chicken Soup for the Soul series. I have also been cited for my knowledge and have appeared on sources such as ABC, NBC, FOX, CBS, The Boston Globe, Newsweek, Fortune, and Forbes.

Although many have found inspiration within my story, ultimately, chasing someone else’s version of success is empty. At the very core, my passion is helping women stand in their power and write their own story. Through my trans-formative programs and private sessions, my clients achieve fiscal confidence and lay the foundations for a life of power, prosperity, and purpose.

Money and financial confidence are cornerstones that can catapult success in every area of life: lifestyle, goals, relationships, and health. When we work together, change is possible – and it starts with you.

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Inflation Explained: Finance and Capital Market | Economics
Inflation Explained: Finance and Capital Market | Economics
Inflation explained. The cost of everything is going up! But why? Inflation is the answer to that question. We've all seen and felt this ...
Why is Change so Challenging? Set Goals not Resolutions for 2022
Why is Change so Challenging? Set Goals not Resolutions for 2022
Why is change so challenging? Over 80% of New Year's resolutions are abandoned within a week. If change was easy, we'd all ...
What Does Long Term Care Service Include? | Health & Wealth Women's Series
What Does Long Term Care Service Include? | Health & Wealth Women's Series
The Health and Wealth Women's Series is here to educate you on all of the topics that can affect your health, wealth, and ...
Health & Wealth Women's Series: Meet Jennifer Perri
Health & Wealth Women's Series: Meet Jennifer Perri
Meet Jennifer Perri, aka "The Smart Money Gal", one of the hosts of the Health & Wealth Women's Series! Jennifer & Megan will ...
How to Stretch Your Vacation Dollars | The Smart Money Gal
How to Stretch Your Vacation Dollars | The Smart Money Gal
What if you could stretch your $5000 budget into a $10000 vacation? With some research and planning, taking a nicer vacation ...
How Do Annuities Work: Detailed Explanation on Basics | Health & Wealth Women's Series
How Do Annuities Work: Detailed Explanation on Basics | Health & Wealth Women's Series
Annuities are a type of investment that has been around for centuries. But they can be difficult to understand because there are so ...
Interview with Joanne Oscar
Interview with Joanne Oscar
Joanne, a skin entrepreneur, will be sharing with you how an issue she was personally facing led her to an opportunity that has ...
Financial Lessons From COVID: How To Protect Your Finances | Health & Wealth Women's Series
Financial Lessons From COVID: How To Protect Your Finances | Health & Wealth Women's Series
If you're looking to protect your finances, or just want some advice on how to get ahead financially, this video is for you! Check out ...
Health & Wealth Women's Series- Episode 1: Introduction to Your Hosts
Health & Wealth Women's Series- Episode 1: Introduction to Your Hosts
Join your hosts, Jennifer Perri & Megan Janssen, as they discuss the challenges (and pitfalls) women face and ask the difficult ...
Interview with Nora Chahbazi-CEO of EBLI (Evidence-Based Literacy Instruction)
Interview with Nora Chahbazi-CEO of EBLI (Evidence-Based Literacy Instruction)
This podcast is an interview with Nora Chahbazi, the founder of EBLI (Evidence-Based Literacy Instruction) and a devoted ...
Interview with Laura Rinnankoski-International Life & Relationship Coach
Interview with Laura Rinnankoski-International Life & Relationship Coach
Today's special guest is Laura Rinnankoski. Laura is an International Life & Relationship Coach, an NLP Practitioner, ...
Interview with Mavis Stevens-Fiber Artist Extraordinaire
Interview with Mavis Stevens-Fiber Artist Extraordinaire
Today's special guest is Mavis Stevens, of Miss Mavis Fun House. Mavis is a folk artist who specializes in Fiber Art and is a true ...
How Newlywed Couples Handle Their Finances: Learn From The Expert | Health & Wealth Women's Series
How Newlywed Couples Handle Their Finances: Learn From The Expert | Health & Wealth Women's Series
Getting married is an important step in your life. Money and financial matters might be the furthest things from your mind right now, ...
The Smart Money Gal - The Wonder Woman Effect
The Smart Money Gal - The Wonder Woman Effect
In this installment of The Smart Money Gal, Jennifer explores The Wonder Woman Effect and how it can limit women from having a ...
The Smart Money Gal - Who is Swan Financial
The Smart Money Gal - Who is Swan Financial
In her second edition of The Smart Money Gal, Jennifer Perri dives into the complex financial nature that 2020 has thrown our way ...
The Power of Self-Belief: Eliminating Self-Doubt FOREVER
The Power of Self-Belief: Eliminating Self-Doubt FOREVER
If you believe in yourself, there is little to stop you in whatever you want to accomplish. #smgal #believeinyourself ...
Money Tips for Parents With Baby: EFFECTIVE Financial Planning | Health & Wealth Women's Series
Money Tips for Parents With Baby: EFFECTIVE Financial Planning | Health & Wealth Women's Series
Having a baby might be the most exciting experience of your life. However, this time can also be a source of stress and confusion ...
EFFECTIVE Tips on Dealing Holiday Stress | Health & Wealth Women's Series
EFFECTIVE Tips on Dealing Holiday Stress | Health & Wealth Women's Series
Battling and overcoming stress during the holidays can be a challenge to anyone. There are a number of things that can lead to ...
Go Fund Me is NOT Life Insurance!
Go Fund Me is NOT Life Insurance!
Tune in as I share my very personal story about the importance of life insurance, and why even though a Go Fund Me account is a ...
Financial Transparency - WEALTH Management | The Smart Money Gal
Financial Transparency - WEALTH Management | The Smart Money Gal
In the latest installment of The Smart Money Gal, Jennifer addresses the concept of "financial transparency" and why it is ...
The Smart Money Gal - Set Goals, Not Resolutions
The Smart Money Gal - Set Goals, Not Resolutions
To kick off the new year, Jennifer dives into the importance of setting goals, not resolutions. A new year beautifully symbolizes a ...
Top 10 EFFECTIVE Money Management Tips for Newlyweds | The Smart Money Gal
Top 10 EFFECTIVE Money Management Tips for Newlyweds | The Smart Money Gal
Getting married is a happy and exciting time. With so many things to consider with your significant other, one of the issues that can ...
Who is Swan Financial
Who is Swan Financial
Who is Swan Financial? What does "Swan" mean? Find out more about who we are and what we do.
On Being Vulnerable: Be Cautious & Stay in Control
On Being Vulnerable: Be Cautious & Stay in Control
Trust is built when someone is vulnerable and not taken advantage of. That is so true, especially when it comes to your money.
Interview with Megan Janssen
Interview with Megan Janssen
Megan is a sales consultant, mom, partner, and friend who shares with us the joys and obstacles of juggling a career and being a ...
How to Practice Gratitude During Difficult Times | Health & Wealth Women’s Series
How to Practice Gratitude During Difficult Times | Health & Wealth Women’s Series
How to Practice Gratitude During Difficult Times | Health & Wealth Women's Series I know it can be hard to find and practice ...
The Smart Money Gal - Divorce & Financial Survival
The Smart Money Gal - Divorce & Financial Survival
Divorce is stressful. Financial challenges are stressful. Combining the two is enough to keep anyone up at night! Financial issues ...
The Smart Money Gal - Financial Literacy for Children
The Smart Money Gal - Financial Literacy for Children
In the most recent installment of The Smart Money Gal, Jennifer Perri takes a different approach. April marks financial literacy ...
Health & Wealth Women's Series: Meet Megan Janssen
Health & Wealth Women's Series: Meet Megan Janssen
Health & Wealth Women's Series Join your hosts Megan Janssen & Jennifer Perri as they discuss challenges (and pitfalls) ...
The Smart Money Gal - Widows and Widowers (Feat: Jen Santaniello)
The Smart Money Gal - Widows and Widowers (Feat: Jen Santaniello)
In the latest installment of The Smart Money Gal, Jennifer Perri welcomes a close friend and grief specialist to share her ...
56 Days: Jennifer's Story
56 Days: Jennifer's Story
This episode is about Jennifer's recent journey through a health event that almost forever altered her life. She discusses the ...
How to Unlock the Millionaire Mindset: SECRETS Of A Millionaire Mind
How to Unlock the Millionaire Mindset: SECRETS Of A Millionaire Mind
In the latest installment of The Smart Money Gal, Jennifer brings us a special episode surrounding the topic of money mindsets, ...
Interview with Christina Sims-Personal Branding Expert
Interview with Christina Sims-Personal Branding Expert
Today's special guest is Christina (Crissee) Sims. Christina Sims is a personal branding coach, marketing strategist, speaker, and ...
Top 8 PROVEN Tips On How To Release Money Blocks | Money Mindset
Top 8 PROVEN Tips On How To Release Money Blocks | Money Mindset
In the latest installment of The Smart Money Gal, Jennifer addresses the most prevalent myths surrounding someone's ...
The Smart Money Gal - Welcome to The Smart Money Gal Podcast
The Smart Money Gal - Welcome to The Smart Money Gal Podcast
In her inaugural episode, Jennifer Perri provides a 10000ft view of her life, personal career, and the factors that led her to become ...
Interview with Jaymi Bagley-Feng Shui Healer, Yoga Instructor & Author
Interview with Jaymi Bagley-Feng Shui Healer, Yoga Instructor & Author
Today's interview is with Jaymi Bagley. Jaymi is an Feng Shui Healer, Yoga Instructor and an Author. She heals and teaches yoga ...
Interview with Jill Douglas- Alignment Coach
Interview with Jill Douglas- Alignment Coach
Jill has always known she's here for a purpose. Losing track of her own inner guidance during a marriage with an alcoholic, ...

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Divorce and Financial Survival

March 24, 2021

It's no secret that divorce can be the most tumultuous time in a woman's life. Unfortunately, divorce can also trigger financial upheaval, too. A woman's household income often tumbles more...
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