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[Issue XXXIII, September 2025]
A Message from B. Pagels-Minor
Thoughts from the Desk of B.Pagels-Minor, Founder & Principal Consultant
Howdy folx,
This month, I've been reflecting on “Is it me or is it them?”. Personally and in working with clients, we’ve all been told no before. Whether it’s a deal or an opportunity, we have to assess what kind of no this is. Is it a quality no? With that, if and what kind of part do I play in it? Did I put forth my very best? We have to understand we exist in a world where a lot of our failures can still have some positivity to them.
Let’s dive into what’s new and what’s next.
Warmly,
B. Pagels-Minor
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🦉 This Month’s Focus: “Financial Agility through Stronger Cash Reserves in Uncertain Markets”
In times of economic uncertainty, your "safe" cash buffer may no longer be safe enough. Expanding your emergency fund not only provides security but also enables you to pivot quickly and seize opportunities when conditions shift.
🔍 Deep Dive Article: “How to build an emergency fund for your business and personal wealth by Maclean Odiesa”
🎯 Client Tip of the Month: "Revisit your current cash reserve target and increase it by a meaningful margin to safeguard operations and maintain flexibility for strategic moves."
🦉 What B. Has Been Up To
New Engagements: B. showed up on Juneteenth at BLD.PWR Day, an annual event in Houston, TX, building on the vibrant energy of community at social and marketplace events. Follow BLD.PWR here.
🎙️ Speaking & Media: B. recently had an insightful conversation with Alicia Castillo Holley on the Wealthing Podcast. Catch the full interview here:
✍🏾 New Blog Post: B. named to the prestigious EMPOWER 2025 Top 100 Executives List — A powerful affirmation that a compassionate and authentic approach to leadership can resonate at the highest levels. → Link to read more
💼 New Role Alert: B. joins the Northeast Valley Health Corporation Board of Directors - B. takes on community health from a personal place with their vision and strategy to impact lives and create better environments personally for those from historically underinvested communities. Read more here.
🚀 New Launch: B.PM & The Wealth Salons introduce Finance 101 — A financial literacy series due to release in late September. Be on the lookout on Instagram and Linkedin. Follow The Wealth Salons on the following platforms: LinkedIn Instagram TikTok Facebook Youtube
🐝 Thought Leader’s Corner
Each month, I’ll share one mindset shift or leadership tool we use with clients.
“Ideas That Drive Impact”
This month’s featured idea:
“Be accountable to yourself. If you say you’re going to do something then do it! Whether it’s holding true to a schedule or simply prioritizing things. This, in turn, leads to someone a person can actually count on.”
📚 Recommended Reading:
How to Do the Work: Recognize Your Patterns, Heal from Your Past, and Create Your Self by Dr. Nicole LePera
🎧 Listen to B.’s Latest Podcast Appearance on Spotify
🐼 Client Spotlight
Celebrating Success
“I have recommended B. as a speaker for several events and will continue to do so. It is rare that you have someone that is all around articulate and captivating and that can connect to a crowd the way they do.”
– CEO, Silicon Valley Pride
✈️ Upcoming Events & Opportunities
The Wealth Salons Presents: OGs & LPs. - #LATechWeek
Monday, October 13, 2025 4:00pm - 8:00pm Get on the list here!!
Join B. and The Wealth Salons, in partnership with DVRGNT Ventures, Musa Capital, Fabric VC, & Emmeline Ventures for their highly anticipated marquee event during LA Tech Week. Prepare for an unparalleled experience where art, culture, business, and technology converge in a relaxed, vibrant atmosphere designed to foster genuine connections and ignite new possibilities.
🗓 Limited Openings: We’re currently booking strategy sessions for October and November 2025. Let’s talk. → Schedule Here Now!
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