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Big news: Jamie just joined the team 🎉
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Today I’ve got some really exciting news… Jamie, my soon-to-be wife, is officially joining Level Up! 🎉 We’re both thrilled to step into this next chapter together. It feels like the most natural evolution for our life and this business. And if you don’t know Jamie yet, now’s the perfect time to meet her. She wrote a beautiful article sharing what this change means to her (and for you): So, what does this mean for you?Great question. Since Day One, Level Up has been a solo operation. Many of you have been here for years, and I can’t tell you how much that means to me. Your trust, your stories, and your growth have shaped this business into something I’m deeply proud of. But I’ll be honest: doing everything alone hasn’t always been easy. That’s why Jamie joining now feels like the perfect shift. As we begin our next big life adventure (if you missed it, here’s that story too), we’re building something that aligns with both our values and our vision for the future. Here’s what’s changing: ✅ More of me, doing what I do best: helping you gain clarity, confidence, and control with your money so you can live the life you truly want. ✅ More support behind the scenes: Jamie will be making sure you have the tools, resources, and structure you need to grow and feel secure on your journey. ✅ More personal stories and insights: We’ll be sharing more of our own process; What we’re learning, building, and dreaming up together. Basically, we’re inviting you behind the curtain. You’ll see us experimenting. Trying new things. Messing up. Learning. And building something that makes this space even more helpful and human for you. We’d love to hear from youTwo quick asks: 1️⃣ Let us know what’s landing (or not)We’re making this about you and what you need most. If something resonates, or rubs you the wrong way, tell us. Just hit reply. 2️⃣ Give Jamie a warm welcome!Reply here or send her a note at jamie@levelupfinancialcoaching.co She’d love to hear from you. Thanks for being here and for letting us walk alongside you. You’ve officially got two personal cheerleaders in your corner now, and we’re rooting for your success every step of the way. With intention, always Joe PS We’ll be sharing more updates soon on Instagram and LinkedIn, including some behind-the-scenes peeks at our big move and what we’re building. Come follow along! Joe Maddux |
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I'm an adventurer and food lover who values time freedom. I retired at 36 and now I teach overworked high-achievers how to design a life they love. Subscribe to my newsletter for a kind and supportive approach to personal finance, small business growth, and early retirement.
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