Break Free from Financial Anxiety with Mellody Hobson

Most of us grow up with unspoken lessons about money—lessons that can stick with us for life. But what if those beliefs are holding us back?

In this week’s episode from the Hello Monday archives, Jessi Hempel sits down with Mellody Hobson, Co-CEO and President of Ariel Investments, and one of the most powerful voices in finance and leadership. Named by TIME and Fortune as one of the most influential leaders in business, Mellody shares how to shift your money mindset, build healthy financial habits, and teach the next generation how to thrive.

Mellody’s latest project is a children’s book, Priceless Facts About Money, designed to make financial literacy accessible and fun for kids. In this conversation, she and Jessi explore how money shapes identity, how to overcome financial anxiety, and why separating self-worth from net worth is key to long-term success.

Mellody and Jessi discuss:



How early money beliefs influence financial decisions and careers




The importance of financial literacy for kids and families




Practical strategies for reducing money anxiety




Why self-worth is not the same as net worth




Steps anyone can take today to achieve financial freedom




This episode was recorded live in-studio. For an extended, behind-the-scenes version, watch on LinkedIn Premium.

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