Today co-hosts Shawna Kaminski and Alli Kerr sit down with Linh Tran, a financial broker to dig into money matters that impact women through different stages and circumstances. Linh has a remarkable life story and deep insights on money as she went from a casino dealer to a financial advisor. Her journey began with her family's escape from Vietnam to Canada after the Vietnam War. Her dad fought in the war and was never the same after. After the war her dad turned to alcohol to cope with the trauma of war as he suffered from severe PTSD. He even became physically abusive of her mom. As a child witnessing this Linh wanted a way out. With unforgettable memories of life in a refugee camp and witnessing her parents struggles, Linh's early years were defined by resilience.

After highschool she took a gap year and took a Blackjack Dealers course. After that she wanted to get away from home and all the chaos. She also wanted to travel and work. She realized no one could call her at sea so she chose to work on a cruise ship and use her card dealing skills.

Working in casinos on the cruises offered her a unique window into people's emotions, beliefs, and behaviors around money. She saw firsthand how easy it is to push limits, take risks, and overestimate luck. Now, with years of financial experience and insight through her work with World Financial Group, Linh offers advice on how individuals and couples can best navigate finances. She explores why open communication around money is crucial for relationship health and how individuals can approach complex situations like death, divorce and asset division. Linh emphasizes the importance of understanding and valuing each partner’s contributions, recognizing that successful financial planning in relationships starts with transparency and joint responsibility.

Whether you're single, in a committed relationship, or navigating new financial terrain later in life, Linh provides actionable steps to help women gain confidence in managing their money. Tune in for her practical tips and inspiring story of overcoming adversity to build a fulfilling career helping others make smart financial decisions.

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