In this episode of "Pass the Mic," host Gabi Garland, guest host Shawn Pilj—a financial services professional and mom—shares her journey with Five Rings Financial. Shawn discusses the importance of financial education and living benefits insurance, offering real-life stories of clients helped in times of crisis. She highlights the supportive, growth-oriented culture at Five Rings and encourages women and families to take charge of their financial futures. The episode emphasizes empowerment, community, and practical steps toward financial security, inviting listeners to learn more or consider a career in financial services.

Key Topics & Timestamps

Client Story: Living Benefits in Action (00:01:48) A real-life example of a client using living benefits after a cancer diagnosis.

Life Insurance with Living Benefits (00:07:29) Clarifying that life insurance with living benefits can be used while alive.

Choosing Five Rings Financial & Company Culture (00:09:02) Shawn's motivation for joining Five Rings and the company's supportive, education-based culture.

Ideal Team Members & Clients (00:13:01) Who Shawn enjoys working with—singles, couples, single parents—and the benefits of starting part-time.

Key Questions for Women Considering Financial Careers (00:17:40) Questions women should ask themselves about financial preparedness and career opportunities.

Building a Career in Financial Services Part-Time (00:21:22) How to start in financial services using small pockets of time.

Support and Team Environment for Newcomers (00:25:28) What new team members can expect—support, mentorship, and a collaborative environment.

Powerful Quotes from the Episode

Shawn, 'This gives you the freedom to take care of what you need to take care of, and not be worried about whether you're going to lose your house, your business, or be able to feed your family.'

Shawn, 'Life insurance with living benefits is something you don't have to die to use. It really is important for everybody because we never know what tomorrow will bring.'

Shawn, 'We really don't know what tomorrow brings. What if tomorrow it was all on me?'

Shawn, 'When you join a team like this, you just gained yourself a new best friend, because I'm going to be there every step you take forward. You never have to do this alone.'

CONNECT with Shawn Pilj

• Marbena Solutions: www.MarbenaSolutions.com
• Connect with Shawn: Calendly
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• Artistic Blessings - www.shawnpilj.com

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