Money as Power: How Women Are Changing Who Writes the Checks with Natalie Levy

Money as Power: How Women Are Changing Who Writes the Checks with Natalie Levy

Author: Leisa Peterson April 7, 2026 Duration: 35:45

What does it actually take for women to step into financial agency?

In this episode, Leisa talks with Natalie Levy — engineer, former Wall Street derivatives trader, and founder of She's Independent — about angel investing, what holds women back from writing checks, and how taking action changes your mindset more than anything else will.

Natalie shares how she started angel investing with $10–15K checks early in her career, how the death of her mother cracked open a deeper mission, and why she built a community where women can learn to invest even before they have the capital to do it.

Guest: Natalie Levy, Founder of She's Independent
Website: shesindependent.com
Instagram & LinkedIn: @shesindependent

Topics covered:
- What angel investing actually is and how it differs from Shark Tank
- The difference between venture-backable companies and cash flow businesses
- Why mindset — not money — is the real barrier for most women
- How stepping into action changes your identity as an investor
- Why consumer power and investment power are two sides of the same coin


Leisa Peterson has spent years as a business coach and financial expert, and she’s noticed something profound: the journey to wealth is often blocked not by a lack of opportunity, but by our own internal landscapes. That’s the space where Mindful Millionaire with Leisa Peterson lives. This isn't a typical finance podcast focused solely on spreadsheets and market trends. Instead, Leisa guides conversations that sit at the unique intersection of practical money wisdom and deep personal growth. You’ll hear from a variety of voices-entrepreneurs, thought leaders, and everyday people-who share stories about aligning their financial ambitions with their core values and mental well-being. Episodes delve into how our beliefs about money are formed, how to lead with vision without burning out, and how cultivating mindfulness can directly impact our financial decisions and business success. It’s about building a prosperous life that feels authentic and sustainable, where self-mastery informs every dollar earned and invested. Tune in for a blend of actionable advice and heart-centered commentary designed to transform your relationship with abundance from the inside out.
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