Built For Luxury Mikaela Ian

In this episode of the Built for Luxury Podcast, we sit down with Aubrey Aluna-Ortiz, a financial advisor with 101 Financial based in Hawaii. Aubrey shares her unique perspective on luxury, emphasizing the importance of financial freedom, time, and location flexibility over material possessions. She provides insights into achieving positive cash flow, planning for major purchases, and making mindful spending decisions to build a life of true luxury.



Key Takeaways:


Redefining Luxury: Aubrey emphasizes that true luxury is having financial freedom, time, and location flexibility, rather than just material possessions.
Positive Cash Flow: Understanding and maintaining positive cash flow is crucial for achieving financial goals and avoiding debt.
Budgeting and Planning: Proactive budgeting and mindful spending habits are essential for financial control and achieving long-term goals.
Financial Goals and Motivation: Identifying personal financial goals and understanding the reasons behind them helps maintain motivation and make necessary sacrifices easier.

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In this episode, Mikaela Ian and guest Brandi Nicole explore personal style, luxury, and the importance of fit in clothing. 


2:35: Brandi discusses her unconventional journey into the fashion industry, transitioning from a career in education reform to personal styling and coaching.


4:42: Brandi shares her personal struggles with weight gain due to health issues and the impact it had on her confidence and wardrobe.


7:22: Brandi reflects on the intersection of style, fashion, and fit, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's body shape and proportions.


9:13: Brandi distinguishes between style and fashion, highlighting the personal nature of style and the pressure imposed by the fashion industry.


11:12: Brandi emphasizes the significance of fit in clothing, advocating for a focus on how clothes make individuals feel rather than adhering to specific sizes or trends.


13:53: Discussion on the misconception that fashionable clothing requires a hefty budget, with Brandeis stressing the importance of fit and personal style over brand labels.


18:39: Brandi challenges the notion of universal fashion "must-haves" and encourages listeners to consider their individual body shapes and preferences when selecting clothing.


22:35: Brandi shares her personal journey with body image and shorts, highlighting the importance of embracing one's body and challenging societal norms around clothing choices.



Note: Timestamps are approximate and may vary slightly in different podcast platforms.

Mikaela is hosting a free training on Sunday, May 5th at  11am EST called Luxurious Lifestyle Blueprint. She will share her three-step system to creating a luxurious lifestyle on your terms. Click here to register.

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Instagram:⁠⁠ ⁠@mikaelaian⁠⁠⁠


YouTube:⁠⁠ ⁠Built For Luxury ⁠⁠⁠



Connect with Brandi: 


Closet Edit Challenge (free)


The Style Society membership - waitlist


Style for Smart Cookies - free Facebook group


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In this episode, Mikaela Ian addresses the lies you’re telling yourself as to why you can’t have a luxurious lifestyle: 


Lie #1: It's All About Money: Addressing the misconception that luxury living is solely dependent on financial wealth. Mikaela emphasizes that luxury is subjective and can be attained through various means beyond monetary wealth. (2:05-4:43)


Lie #2: Life Circumstances: Mikaela challenges the notion that certain life circumstances, such as being a single parent or going through a major life transition, prevent individuals from achieving their desired lifestyle. She encourages listeners to prioritize self-care and pursue their aspirations regardless of external factors. (4:49-6:41)


Lie #3: It's Too Late: Discussing the common belief that age limits opportunities, Mikaela debunks this myth by citing examples of individuals who achieved success later in life. She urges listeners to challenge self-imposed limitations and embrace the potential for growth and fulfillment at any stage of life. (6:48-9:57)



Note: Timestamps are approximate and may vary slightly in different podcast platforms.

Connect with Mikaela:


Instagram:⁠ ⁠@mikaelaian⁠⁠


YouTube:⁠ ⁠Built For Luxury ⁠⁠



Mikaela is currently building a new membership community called Luxurious AF. It’s for women who want to stop playing small and give themselves permission to create a luxurious life on their terms.

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In this episode, host Mikaela Ian share five mistakes that are holding you back from creating a luxurious life on your terms.

Highlights:


Mistake 1: Lack of clarity on what a luxurious life entails. Clarity is crucial for manifestation. (1:51)
Mistake 2: Failure to shift mindset and overcome limiting beliefs about what's achievable. (5:13)
Mistake 3: Absence of boundaries leading to people-pleasing behaviors. Boundaries are essential for self-preservation. (8:19)
Mistake 4: Settling for low standards, hindering the attraction of high-quality experiences. (10:04)
Mistake 5: Postponing luxury until a certain milestone, instead of embodying it daily. (12:24)

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Connect with Mikaela:


Instagram:⁠ ⁠@mikaelaian⁠⁠


YouTube:⁠ ⁠Built For Luxury

In this episode, host Mikaela Ian interviews Francesca Murray of One Girl, One World, a content creator, travel host, and speake about luxurious travel experiences without breaking the bank, along with insights into Francesca's journey as a Black content creator.

Highlights: 

Journey into the Travel Industry: Francesca shares her journey into the industry, highlighting her early days as a blogger when representation in travel media was limited.

Travel Style: She describes her travel style as "high-low," combining budget-conscious choices like Airbnb with occasional stays in luxury hotels, often leveraging points for such experiences.

Travel Hacks: Francesca advocates for off-season travel to access luxury experiences at lower costs, citing personal examples of affordable stays in premium accommodations.

Challenges as a Black Content Creator: Francesca reflects on the challenges and opportunities faced in the industry, highlighting shifts in representation and industry attitudes post-2020.

Connect with Mikaela:


Instagram:⁠ ⁠@mikaelaian⁠⁠


YouTube:⁠ ⁠Built For Luxury ⁠⁠



Connect with Francesca: 


Instagram: @onegrloneworld



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In this episode, Mikaela Ian addresses the struggle with embracing a luxurious lifestyle despite financial capability, mom guilt and self-worth issues. Here are the highlights: 

Personal Story: Mikaela shares her journey from a successful corporate career to entrepreneurship, revealing internal struggles with self-worth.  01:06 - 03:58

Identifying Self-Worth Blocks: Mikaela identifies low self-worth as the root cause of resistance to luxury living.03:58 - 06:10

Mom Guilt: Mikaela discusses how mom guilt can hinder personal indulgence, emphasizing the importance of self-care. 06:10 - 07:00

Overcoming Money Guilt: Encouragement to overcome guilt associated with spending money on oneself, stressing the importance of living in the present. 07:00 - 08:52

Embracing Worthiness: Mikaela urges listeners to challenge self-limiting beliefs and embrace their worthiness to pursue luxury living. 08:52 - 10:54

Note: Timestamps are approximate and may vary slightly in different podcast platforms.

Connect with Mikaela:


Instagram:⁠ ⁠@mikaelaian⁠⁠


YouTube:⁠ ⁠Built For Luxury ⁠⁠



Sign Up For I’m That Girl mini course:⁠ https://mikaelaian.simplero.com/thatgirl