Angela Goodman, Amelia Earhart, and the Truth About Building Wealth

Hello Moxie

Host: Nicole Donnelly
Guest: Angela Goodman – Serial Entrepreneur, Financial Coach, Franchise Owner, and Founder of Valkyrie Ventures Group
What does selling expired candy at age 8, running a top franchise, and admiring a pioneering aviator have in common? In this rich and refreshingly honest episode, host Nicole Donnelly sits down with Angela Goodman, a serial entrepreneur, financial coach, and the owner of Ashburn’s beloved breakfast spot, Famous Toastery.

Angela unpacks her unconventional money story, how childhood shame shaped her relationship with wealth, and why she believes chasing money is the wrong goal.

🔥 What You’ll Learn:

• How Angela went from corporate HVAC to top-performing franchise owner
• Her first business at 8—and how it sparked a lifelong entrepreneurial fire
• Why she believes money is the byproduct of solving real problems
• How to spot hidden money blocks (and why so many women undercharge)
• Angela’s definition of real wealth—and how to build a life you don’t need a vacation from
• Her personal connection to Amelia Earhart, and why bravery means doing it anyway—even when the world tells you no

💬 Memorable Quotes:

“Money is your compensation for the energy you’ve put into your business.”
“Failure isn’t an option. I just had to work hard.”
“Moxie is a lack of fear and the drive to do what you want—even when others say you can’t.”

🌟 Rapid Fire Highlights:

• Angela’s Barbie-case candy stash and the business scandal that followed 🍬
• How your childhood financial experiences may still be driving your business decisions
• Why most business owners look at money all wrong—and how to shift your mindset
• Her admiration for Amelia Earhart, a woman who inspired her rebellious, trailblazing path
• From managing a team of 30+ at Famous Toastery to coaching entrepreneurs on value-based pricing

💼 Connect with Angela Goodman:

Want to work with Angela or follow her entrepreneurial journey? Here’s where to find her:

• 🌐 Website: valkyrieventuresgroup.com
• 📲 Instagram: @msangelagoodman
• 📘 Facebook: facebook.com/angela.j.goodman
• 🍳 Visit her restaurant: Famous Toastery – Ashburn, VA

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