You don’t need millions to start investing. You just need curiosity, intention, and the willingness to begin before you feel ready.  In this episode, Monique Schafer sits down with Natalie Levy, founder of She’s Independent, to explore how angel investing becomes a pathway not just to financial returns, but also to confidence and leadership.  Natalie shares how her journey, from Wall Street to values-aligned investing, was never about having it all figured out. It was about starting scared, taking intentional steps, and letting each decision deepen her sense of self and purpose. Together, they explore how wealth, influence, and impact can begin with something as simple as curiosity, and how the act of investing (even in small amounts) can unlock success, board opportunities, and belief.  This episode is not just about money. It’s about reclaiming power, building the muscle of confidence through action, and choosing a life that aligns with who you truly are. In this episode: (01:36) - Introducing Natalie Levy & the story behind She’s Independent (06:07) - Breaking into Wall Street: early pushback, grit, and finding her voice (08:10) - Mindset shifts that changed everything: how Natalie made bold pivots (12:24) - Confidence isn’t a pre-requisite. It’s a by-product of action (14:47) - Redefining risk and unpacking your money story (17:23) - Why mission and values belong at the core of your investing decisions (21:01) - The illusion of financial freedom without fulfillment (22:27) - Natalie’s investing journey (27:16) - How to start investing as a corporate employee (31:45) - Skills that companies are looking for in advisory and board members (34:25) - How pitch days help you refine your edge (and build your voice) (37:17) - Resources, next steps, and Natalie’s upcoming book Links and Resources: • She’s Independent | https://shesindependent.com/  • YouTube - She’s Independent | https://www.youtube.com/@ShesIndependent  Connect with Natalie: • Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/nattygram_and_b  • LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/nataliedlevy/  Connect with Monique: • Website | https://www.thegreatlifeexperimentpodcast.com/  • Instagram - thegreatlifeexperiment_podcast | https://www.instagram.com/thegreatlifeexperiment_podcast • Instagram - @itsmoniqueschafer | https://www.instagram.com/itsmoniqueschafer  • YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@GreatLifeExperiment  Ask Monique Got a question that’s keeping you up at night? Need a new way to look at a problem?  ’Ask Monique’ is your chance to get personalized insights. Submit your questions about business, professional life, or personal development, and let’s dive into the messy, beautiful, and ever-changing world together.  https://forms.gle/iGZv2bVnhBSXbnbc8