Welcome back to the Wealth Within Reach podcast, Season 3!

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Running a business with your spouse? It’s not always easy—but Troy & Shantel Brooks have cracked the code.

In this episode, we dive into the reality of balancing marriage, entrepreneurship, and faith while building wealth together. Troy & Shantel open up about their journey from corporate jobs and side hustles to full-time entrepreneurship, all while prioritizing communication, shared goals, and freedom. As co-founders of The TB Effect and pastors at Hope Experience Church, they’ve made it their mission to empower other couples and entrepreneurs with God’s word. Through their ministry, they coach couples and brands to grow authentically while achieving success rooted in faith.

Troy & Shantel break down the biggest mistakes couples make in business, the mindset required to thrive together, and why faith is at the center of everything they do. If you’ve ever wondered whether you and your partner could build something powerful together—or if mixing love and business is a blessing or a burden—this episode is for you.

Press play now to learn how to create a marriage and business that thrive—without sacrificing one for the other.

KEY POINTS 

– Introduction to Troy and Shantel 

– Love story: Reconnecting with each other 

– The importance of faith for guidance in job opportunities 

– On transitioning to entrepreneurship 

– The vital role of having a strong relationship as business partners

– On prioritizing financial freedom together 

– Brooks’ business model: purpose-driven, then profit 

– The importance of prayer and surrendering to God’s call 

– The pivotal role of community and relationship-building

Listen to the full episode here!

“At the end of the road, you’ll see how God will just strengthen your relationship to walk better and more efficient and stronger together. Your marriage will be fruitful.”  – Shantel Brooks

 

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