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The Midlife Money Reset: How to Build Real Wealth After 40 with Hayley Dickson

March 3

1h 31m

Episode Description

By the time we reach our 40s and 50s, money stops being theoretical.

It becomes personal.

It’s no longer just about income — it’s about security, freedom, legacy, reinvention, marriage, divorce, risk, and the quiet question so many smart women ask themselves:

Am I actually building wealth… or just maintaining a lifestyle?

In this episode, I sit down with wealth advisor and financial strategist Hayley Dickson to talk about what midlife women often get wrong about money — and how to reset your financial life with clarity and intention.

We unpack:

The blind spots high-achieving women still have
Whether it’s truly “too late” to build serious wealth after 40
Financial independence inside marriage
Risk in midlife — when to take it and when to protect
Lifestyle upgrades vs. long-term wealth
Designing a financial life that aligns with your values

This conversation isn’t about shame. It’s about ownership.

Midlife is not when you step back financially. It’s when you sharpen.

About Hayley Dickson

Hayley Dickson, CFP®, CEO & Founder of RIPPL Wealth Management

Hayley Dickson, CFP®, is the CEO & Founder of RIPPL Wealth Management. A former SVP of Global Acquisitions at Fremantle Media who walked away from a six-figure entertainment career to revolutionize wealth management, Dickson became the fastest-growing advisor in Northwestern Mutual's history before launching Rippl Wealth Management in 2025.

As a financial life designer, Dickson provides truly comprehensive planning, democratizing sophisticated strategies for everyone from first-generation wealth builders to self-made entrepreneurs to seasoned professionals seeking discerning counsel that’s often reserved for ultra-high-net-worth individuals. Unconventional and bold in her approach, she builds her practice on radical transparency and trust.

Exclusive Offer for Listeners

Hayley is offering our listeners a complimentary 30-minute one-on-one Life Design & Wealth Strategy Session (a $500 value). This private offer is capped at 30 individuals – simply mention this episode when you reach out to reserve your spot.

To claim your session, send an email to rippl@nm.com mentioning "The Iconic Midlife" in the subject line or fill out the contact form directly on their website:

https://rippl.nm.com/contact.htm

Connect with Hayley:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hayley-dickson

Instagram: @hayleywdickson

Join the Inner Circle: https://the-iconic-midlife-with-roxy-manning.kit.com/3433416614

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Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-iconic-midlife-with-roxy-manning/id1817484587