Rewriting the Creative Code: Money, Mindset, and AI with Jen Fontanilla

What if your money mindset was the missing piece to unlocking your creativity, confidence, and clarity? In this episode of Empowered by AI, host Michelle Muncy-Silva is joined by Jen Fontanilla, a visionary money coach blending strategy with soul. Together, they explore how AI, energetic awareness, and a powerful story can help us rethink what wealth truly means, especially for women building brands that honor creativity and impact.

Timestamps:

• 00:00 – Welcome and Introduction
• Michelle opens the conversation and introduces Jen’s powerful backstory—from biology major to bankruptcy to bestselling author.
• 03:48 – The Wake-Up Call: Losing Everything
• Jen shares her 2008 financial collapse and how it forced her to examine the emotional roots of her money beliefs.
• 07:15 – The Shift from Strategy to Soul
• Why financial strategy alone isn't enough—and how creatives need emotional alignment just as much as spreadsheets.
• 10:42 – Creative Women and the Fear of Visibility
• Jen unpacks why women entrepreneurs often hesitate to raise prices or claim their worth.
• 15:56 – The Feminine Approach to Wealth
• A conversation about reclaiming rest, peace, and permission to do business differently.
• 21:03 – Bringing AI into the Money Conversation
• Jen explains how she’s exploring AI to support messaging, speaker content, and streamlining her workflow.
• 26:19 – Your Money Story Isn’t Static
• Why rewriting your financial narrative is the key to building a brand rooted in authenticity.
• 30:41 – “The Creative Code” and What It’s Really About
• Behind-the-scenes insights into her award-winning book and the code creatives are ready to crack.
• 36:11 – Final Reflections + What’s Next
• Jen leaves us with a call to courage, clarity, and redefining success on your own terms.

This conversation is a masterclass in self-permission. Whether you’re struggling with pricing, visibility, or the pressure to “earn your rest,” Jen’s story offers an inspiring path forward. Don’t forget to sign up at Innovative AI Studio for episode updates, resources, and behind-the-scenes extras from Empowered by AI.