How do you rebuild your financial independence after a divorce? In this episode of The Moving On Method® Podcast, Michelle Dempsey-Multack speaks with Ashley Miller (Madam Trader) about closing the wealth gap, overcoming financial fear, and taking practical steps toward financial freedom. Together, they unpack how women can transform money from a source of stress into a tool for empowerment, choice, and resilience. What You’ll Learn: Why financial literacy is a form of freedom, and a key to leaving toxic relationships How to take stock of assets, liabilities, and cash flow after divorce Practical shifts to reduce expenses and align spending with values Why investing, not just saving, is critical for long-term security The mindset shift every divorced woman needs to reclaim her financial independence Episode Highlights: 02:40 – Why money is more than numbers—it’s a tool for freedom and choice 06:55 – How Ashley created Madam Trader to spotlight women in finance 11:30 – The truth about the wealth gap and its long-term impact on women 16:05 – Where to start when rebuilding your finances post-divorce 20:50 – The danger of competing financially with your ex after separation 25:20 – Building a pre-investing foundation: emergency funds and debt management 29:45 – Why compounding interest is one of the greatest wealth-building tools 32:30 – Final insights: how to shift your money mindset and invest with confidence Meet the Guest: Ashley Miller, known as Madam Trader, is a finance professional and educator dedicated to helping women take charge of their financial futures. Through her podcast and coaching, she spotlights successful women traders, promotes financial literacy, and empowers women to close the wealth gap. Tools, Frameworks, or Strategies Mentioned: Madam Trader Approach – storytelling and education to normalize women in finance Pre-Investing Checklist – emergency funds, debt payoff, and employer match strategies Compound Interest Framework – using time and consistency to grow wealth exponentially Ellevest Platform – an accessible robo-advisor and impact investing tool designed for women Closing Insight: “Money is a tool. The less you understand it, the more it controls your life. The more you understand it, the more freedom you have.” – Ashley Miller By building financial literacy and investing consistently, women can reclaim independence, model resilience for their children, and create a future they won’t have to recover from. Learn from Michelle how to navigate divorce & co-parenting: https://bit.ly/MDMPodStore Get one-on-one coaching from Michelle: http://stan.store/themichelledempsey/p/book-a-11-zoom-with-me-wt46q75a Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheMichelleDempsey Website - https://michelledempsey.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/michelle645 TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@themichelledempsey1 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mldempsey/LINK TO TRANSCRIPT: https://transcripts/moving-on-method-ep263-building-wealth-after-divorce Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices