How Doug and Kaylah unlocked an 80k+ increase in income (and fell in love with their work)
Wed Dec 31 2025
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12 months ago, Doug and Kayla had two investment properties, one income, and zero financial slack. They were making bold moves—but flying blind. And the pressure was building.
On paper, things looked good. In reality, they were drowning.
Fast-forward 12 months:
• Household income up by 80k+
• Savings rate 10x
• Borrowing power increased by $600,000
• And two more properties on the horizon
In this episode, you’ll hear exactly how they made it happen—without burnout or sacrificing their values. Doug shares the real story: the career moves, mindset shifts, and strategic decisions that helped him go from underpaid to in-demand, with job offers rolling in and a promotion he earned (and helped create).
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How to diagnose the real constraint holding you backThe surprising link between business acumen and pay risesWhy playing financial offense changes everything—fastIf you feel stuck despite your best efforts, this story will show you what’s possible when you get clear, deliberate, and start playing the right game.
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Ask us a question or suggest a topic 🤙 12 months ago, Doug and Kayla had two investment properties, one income, and zero financial slack. They were making bold moves—but flying blind. And the pressure was building. On paper, things looked good. In reality, they were drowning. Fast-forward 12 months: • Household income up by 80k+ • Savings rate 10x • Borrowing power increased by $600,000 • And two more properties on the horizon In this episode, you’ll hear exactly how they made it happen—without burnout or sacrificing their values. Doug shares the real story: the career moves, mindset shifts, and strategic decisions that helped him go from underpaid to in-demand, with job offers rolling in and a promotion he earned (and helped create). Listen in to learn: How to diagnose the real constraint holding you backThe surprising link between business acumen and pay risesWhy playing financial offense changes everything—fastIf you feel stuck despite your best efforts, this story will show you what’s possible when you get clear, deliberate, and start playing the right game. WIN a 12 MONTH MENTORSHIP WITH TERRY 👉 Apply here to 'Earn Your Worth in 2026' Turn insights into action with Terry's episode coach Join our podcast community Get live updates, talk shop with us and meet like minded legends in our digital treehouse. Click here to get access now. 🔗 https://www.facebook.com/groups/4609737389252111 Find out your financial skill score Do you have the money skills to fund your goals? Take the 4 minute quiz here 🔗 https://financialskill.scoreapp.com/