The Color of Money | Transformative Conversations for Wealth Building

Leadership can be lonely, but it was never meant to be carried alone. In this episode, we sit down with Julia’s sisters in business and life: Oglah Gatamah, Koren Bowman, Kymber Lovett-Menkiti, and Gabby Davis, a powerhouse circle of Black women leaders within Keller Williams.

Together, we talk about what real collaboration looks like when it goes deeper than networking. This is about safe spaces, honest conversations, strategy, accountability, and having people who understand the exact pressure we carry as women, leaders, mothers, owners, and builders.

We explore why scarcity keeps women competing, how abundance helps us say each other’s names in the right rooms, and why the right circle should sharpen us, not drain us. From business growth to legacy, representation, faith, and vulnerability, this conversation is a reminder that community is not optional for sustainable success.

The challenge is simple: find your circle, protect it, and be that person for someone else.

We Talk About: 
[00:00] Meet the Sisterhood Behind the Success
[04:24] Find Your Safe Space
[07:54] Your Circle Creates Opportunities
[09:35] Why Admiration is So Important
[19:01] The Problem With The Scarcity Mindset
[20:37] How to Build Your Circle
[38:46] Build the Room You’ve Been Looking For

Resources:
Learn more at The Color of Money
Read Breathless by Oglah Gatamah
Connect with Oglah Gatamah
Connect with Gabby Davis on Instagram
Connect with Kymber Lovett-Menkiti
Connect with Koren Bowman and KU Real Estate Group

Connect with Our Hosts
Julia Lashay:
Instagram: @iamjulialashay
Facebook: facebook.com/growwithjulia
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/julialashay/
YouTube: @JuliaLashay

Produced by NOVA

This podcast is for general informational purposes only. The views, thoughts, and opinions of the guest represent those of the guest and not Keller Williams Realty, LLC and its affiliates, and should not be construed as financial, economic, legal, tax, or other advice. This podcast is provided without any warranty, or guarantee of its accuracy, completeness, timeliness, or results from using the information.

Potential does not mean much if we never activate it. In this episode, we sit down for a candid conversation about the five reasons people often fall short of what they are capable of becoming.

We talk about the trap of waiting to feel ready, why over-preparing can become a form of procrastination, and how confidence is built by doing the thing before we feel fully qualified. We also explore why our environment matters, how the conversations around us shape our thinking, and why getting into bigger rooms can expand what we believe is possible.

From there, we unpack the difference between motivation and discipline, why consistency can feel boring before it becomes powerful, and why the middle often feels like failure. We also talk about criticism, visibility, imposter syndrome, and the cost of caring too much about other people’s opinions.

At the core of this conversation is a simple reminder: talent matters, but consistency and commitment are what carry us forward.

We Talk About: 
[00:00] Why Potential Has to Be Activated
[03:04] Reason 1: Waiting to Feel Ready
[09:22] Reason 2: Staying Around People Who Keep You Small
[15:56] Reason 3: Confusing Motivation With Discipline
[23:05] Reason 4: Being Too Concerned With Other People’s Opinions
[33:36] Reason 5: Never Fully Committing
[39:43] Consistency Beats Talent Every Time

Resources:
Learn more at The Color of Money
Listen to the previous episode on discipline with Daniel Dixon and Julia Lashay
Become a real estate agent HERE

Connect with Our Hosts

Emerick Peace:
Instagram: @theemerickpeace
Facebook: facebook.com/emerickpeace

Daniel Dixon:
Instagram: @dixonsoldit
Facebook: facebook.com/realdanieldixon
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dixonsoldit
YouTube: @dixongroupcompanies

Julia Lashay:
Instagram: @iamjulialashay
Facebook: facebook.com/growwithjulia
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/julialashay/
YouTube: @JuliaLashay

Bo Menkiti
Instagram: @bomenkiti
Facebook: facebook.com/obiora.menkiti
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/bomenkiti/

Produced by NOVA

This podcast is for general informational purposes only. The views, thoughts, and opinions of the guest represent those of the guest and not  Keller Williams Realty, LLC and its affiliates, and should not be construed as financial, economic, legal, tax, or other advice. This podcast is provided without any warranty, or guarantee of its accuracy, completeness, timeliness, or results from using the information.

Most people think they need more money, but what if the real issue is discipline? In this episode, we sit down for a direct conversation about spending habits, emotional decisions, social media pressure, and why higher income does not automatically create financial stability.

We talk about the difference between looking successful and actually building wealth, why delayed gratification matters, and how to stop letting every dollar disappear the moment it hits the account. Daniel breaks down a practical four-step framework for building discipline: identify the goal, create an “if, then” reward system, put in the reps, and reflect honestly.

We also get into burn rate, automatic transfers, investment planning, net worth tracking, and the power of moving from an income mindset to a wealth mindset. If we want a different financial future, we have to be honest about what we are doing today.

We Talk About:
[00:00] Are You Being Honest About Your Discipline?
[09:11] How Do We Move From Earning Money to Building Wealth?
[12:22] What Discipline Actually Looks Like in Real Life
[16:13] Accountability Is the Missing Piece
[23:10] How Can We Build Wealth Instead of Living Paycheck to Paycheck?
[28:42] Do You Know What It Actually Costs to Live?
[33:09] What Do You Owe Your Future Self?

Resources:
Learn more at The Color of Money
Read The Compound Effect by Darren Hardy
Read The Gap and The Gain by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy
Use the Ramsey Solutions Investment Calculator
Become a real estate agent HERE

Connect with Our Hosts

Emerick Peace:
Instagram: @theemerickpeace
Facebook: facebook.com/emerickpeace

Daniel Dixon:
Instagram: @dixonsoldit
Facebook: facebook.com/realdanieldixon
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dixonsoldit
YouTube: @dixongroupcompanies

Julia Lashay:
Instagram: @iamjulialashay
Facebook: facebook.com/growwithjulia
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/julialashay/
YouTube: @JuliaLashay

Bo Menkiti
Instagram: @bomenkiti
Facebook: facebook.com/obiora.menkiti
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/bomenkiti/

Produced by NOVA

This podcast is for general informational purposes only. The views, thoughts, and opinions of the guest represent those of the guest and not  Keller Williams Realty, LLC and its affiliates, and should not be construed as financial, economic, legal, tax, or other advice. This podcast is provided without any warranty, or guarantee of its accuracy, completeness, timeliness, or results from using the information.

Leadership is often celebrated for its rewards, influence, and visibility, but we rarely talk about what it actually costs. In this episode, we unpack the hidden weight of leadership: hard decisions, being misunderstood, carrying responsibility for other people’s livelihoods, and showing up when the pressure is heavy.

Bo, Emerick, and Julia reflect on a message from Kirby Smart about the cost of leadership and connect it to real estate, entrepreneurship, brokerage ownership, public perception, and personal resilience. We talk honestly about financial pressure, mental health, burnout, ego, control, and the danger of chasing the appearance of success instead of building something real.

At the heart of this conversation is a bigger question: is leadership worth the cost? When it is rooted in purpose, growth, and meaningful impact, the answer can still be yes. Leadership is expensive, but when done with intention, it can leave a legacy far beyond the title.

We Talk About: 
[00:00] The Real Cost of Leadership
[06:39] The Pressure Leaders Carry Behind Closed Doors
[10:48] What People Don’t See About Leadership
[18:12] Taking Care of Yourself While Carrying Everyone Else
[28:03] Is the Cost of Leadership Actually Worth It?
[36:15] What New Leaders Need to Understand Before Stepping Up

Resources:
Learn more at The Color of Money
Watch Kirby Smart on the cost of leadership
Become a real estate agent HERE

Connect with Our Hosts

Emerick Peace:
Instagram: @theemerickpeace
Facebook: facebook.com/emerickpeace

Daniel Dixon:
Instagram: @dixonsoldit
Facebook: facebook.com/realdanieldixon
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dixonsoldit
YouTube: @dixongroupcompanies

Julia Lashay:
Instagram: @iamjulialashay
Facebook: facebook.com/growwithjulia
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/julialashay/
YouTube: @JuliaLashay

Bo Menkiti
Instagram: @bomenkiti
Facebook: facebook.com/obiora.menkiti
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/bomenkiti/

Produced by NOVA

This podcast is for general informational purposes only. The views, thoughts, and opinions of the guest represent those of the guest and not  Keller Williams Realty, LLC and its affiliates, and should not be construed as financial, economic, legal, tax, or other advice. This podcast is provided without any warranty, or guarantee of its accuracy, completeness, timeliness, or results from using the information.

In this episode, we sit down with Oglah Gatamah, author of Breathless, for a deeply personal conversation about burnout, purpose, leadership, and what it really means to live a significant life. We explore how easy it is to chase titles, money, metrics, and recognition while quietly losing ourselves in the process.

Oglha shares her journey from Kenya to the United States, her rise through corporate leadership, and the moment she realized that outward success had left her inwardly exhausted. We talk about the difference between what we do and the impact we have, how to uncover purpose through reflection and relationships, and why high achievers must be careful not to build the wrong life.

We also discuss how purpose can shape families, businesses, and communities, plus the global impact of Oglah’s foundation work in Kenya.

We Talk About: 
[00:00] From Kenya to Corporate Leadership
[05:10] When Success Leaves You Empty
[17:23] A Powerful Exercise for Finding Your Purpose
[21:55] How Do You Build a Business Around Impact?
[27:29] Turning Personal Loss Into a Foundation for Change

Resources:
Learn more at The Color of Money
Read Breathless by Oglah Gatamah
Follow Oglah Gatamah on Instagram: @gatamah_oglah
Become a real estate agent HERE

Connect with Our Hosts

Emerick Peace:
Instagram: @theemerickpeace
Facebook: facebook.com/emerickpeace

Daniel Dixon:
Instagram: @dixonsoldit
Facebook: facebook.com/realdanieldixon
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dixonsoldit
YouTube: @dixongroupcompanies

Julia Lashay:
Instagram: @iamjulialashay
Facebook: facebook.com/growwithjulia
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/julialashay/
YouTube: @JuliaLashay

Bo Menkiti
Instagram: @bomenkiti
Facebook: facebook.com/obiora.menkiti
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/bomenkiti/

Produced by NOVA

This podcast is for general informational purposes only. The views, thoughts, and opinions of the guest represent those of the guest and not  Keller Williams Realty, LLC and its affiliates, and should not be construed as financial, economic, legal, tax, or other advice. This podcast is provided without any warranty, or guarantee of its accuracy, completeness, timeliness, or results from using the information.