Money isn’t just math—it’s mindset. In this episode, Julio Gonzalez sits down with Erika Wasserman, one of only 100 Certified Financial Therapists in the country, to unpack how our emotions, upbringing, and experiences shape the way we think about money. Erika shares practical strategies for making financial conversations less stressful and more productive, from using the “side-by-side” method for tricky talks to creating monthly money rituals that build trust and confidence.
Listeners will learn how to name their money mindset, manage emotional spending, and approach financial decisions with greater clarity. Whether you’re navigating business finances, family budgets, or personal goals, this conversation will help you talk about money without fear or shame—and start building the financial future you want.
Connect with Erika:
Website: https://yourfinancialtherapist.com/
Instagram: yourfinancialtherapist
LinkedIn: erikawasserman
Youtube: https://youtu.be/nPGTLuJL61w?si=oGrb1hWeXTXmIwpT
Find Erika's book at: https://a.co/d/aIcTEdO
Follow host Julio Gonzalez on:
- LinkedIn: /company/vctogrow/
- Facebook/Instagram: @VCTOConsulting
- YouTube: @WeAreVCTO
- Webpage www.redefinepossible.co
Email Julio at ⁠⁠julio@redefinepossible.co⁠⁠ with any comments, questions or suggestions!

When a loved one is in the grip of addiction, mental illness, or repeated failed attempts at recovery, families often feel helpless—unsure where to turn, desperate for hope. Attorney Mark Astor built his life’s work around answering that call.

Starting with no money but a mission to save families in crisis, Mark founded law firms dedicated to fighting for the rights of those struggling with substance use and mental health disorders. In this episode of From Stuck to Scaled, he shares how purpose—not profit—drove him to create a thriving practice, the turning points that reshaped his life, and the challenges of scaling a business built on compassion, advocacy, and relentless dedication.

Connect with Mark:
Website: mentalhealthadditionlawfirm.com
Instagram: astor.simovich.law
Facebook: mark.g.astor
YouTube | TikTok: astorsimovichlaw
LinkedIn: markastor

Follow host Julio Gonzalez on:
- LinkedIn: /company/vctogrow/
- Facebook/Instagram: @VCTOConsulting
- YouTube: @WeAreVCTO
- Webpage www.redefinepossible.co

Email Julio at ⁠⁠julio@redefinepossible.co⁠⁠ with any comments, questions or suggestions!

The key to entrepreneurship isn’t just solving problems—but seeing them before anyone else does?

In this episode of From Stuck to Scaled, host Julio Gonzalez sits down with serial entrepreneur Alex Sabonge, a systems engineer turned business builder who has repeatedly turned emerging trends into thriving ventures. From launching a web development training company in the early internet days to creating a World Cup–featured app and now helping companies slash shipping costs with his latest venture, ShipOnADime.com, Alex’s journey is a masterclass in staying curious, spotting opportunity, and executing fast.

If you’ve ever wondered how successful entrepreneurs stay ahead of the curve, this episode is for you.

Connect with Alex:

Website: www.shiponadime.com

Instagram|Facebook|YouTube|TikTok: ShipOnADime

Follow host Julio Gonzalez on:

- LinkedIn: /company/vctogrow/

- Facebook/Instagram: @VCTOConsulting

- YouTube: @WeAreVCTO

- Webpage www.redefinepossible.co

Email Julio at ⁠⁠julio@redefinepossible.co⁠⁠ with any comments, questions or suggestions!