Leyda Cordova

I'm a first-generation immigrant from the Philippines. My money orientation growing up was geared towards frugality but soon enough, I embraced frequent dining out, credit card use, and online shopping. A divorce that forced me to start my life over shook me to pay attention to how I needed to redefine my new life. Finding and implementing YNAB has enabled me to relate my money with my values.

I went to business school when I turned 40. I've alternated between being a corporate employee, freelancer and business owner based on my desire/need for time freedom vs money.

People have remarked that I make it safe for them to freely express themselves without fear of judgment. I enjoy listening to people speak about the things that light them up and I especially feel honored to be a witness to their breakthroughs.  

My goal as your coach is to help you unlock new levels of awareness and self-knowledge around your spending and priorities. I understand what you're after. You're looking for a change. That doesn't always come easy, but with the right coach to guide you, it's certainly possible!  

Short answer: I'm in my coaching era.

Long answer: After years of taking and consuming endless free and paid articles, videos, books, podcasts, etc., I feel called to give.  Specifically, I feel strongly about budget coaching because it's the foundational discipline and jump-off point for other money moves.

Imparting the knowledge I've gained, and sharing it in a way that is non-threatening, friendly and understandable is important to me—that's why I coach!