1149: Dani Hughes - "Divine Asset Management"
About this episode
Dani Hughes shares her unconventional journey in finance and the lessons learned about trusting instincts and values.
What if the secret to thriving in finance isn’t knowing all the Wall Street jargon—but actually trusting your own instincts and values? Lou Diamond sits down with trailblazing Wall Street veteran Dani Hughes, founder of Divine Asset Management, who shares her unconventional journey from California beach bartender to running her own firm in the thick of New York’s trading floors—and the powerful lessons learned along the way. Listen as Dani Hughes reveals: How her outsider’s perspective helped her disrupt an industry dominated by men (02:58). Why women hold the keys to America’s economic power, even if they don’t realize it (07:01). The pitfalls of listening to “retirement number” marketing—and how to define your own financial empire (10:19). Her secret weapon for thriving through market cycles and business reinvention: curiosity (12:23). Which overlooked financial indicators could warn you about the next big market shake-up (16:03), and why you shouldn’t let greed drive your investment decisions. Plus, get a peek into Dani Hughes’ favorite movies, music, and daily mindfulness rituals—and discover why aligning your capital with your clarity can transform your future. Timestamped…
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