Financial Freedom: Sandra’s Remarkable Journey from Debt to Destiny

Goals
Written By Ellen Marrs

Meet Sandra Vint, a trailblazing member of our Goal Getters Global community hailing from the Lone Star State. Sandra embarked on a remarkable journey to financial freedom, setting a goal to eliminate all her credit card debt by December 31, 2022.

Undaunted by the challenge, Sandra, a founding member of the 3G community, demonstrated unparalleled dedication. Despite the unforeseen hurdles – or "speed bumps" as she aptly puts it – Sandra's determination prevailed. She officially achieved her debt-free status on February 22, 2023, a testament to her resilience and the power of Goal Getters Global.

Notably, Sandra consistently ranks among the top 3 contributors in our thriving 3G community, showcasing her commitment since its inception in April 2022. Moreover, she assumed the role of team coordinator for our "Run the Year 2023" challenge, embodying the spirit of our community by encouraging participants to log 2023 miles throughout the year.

Sandra's debt-slaying strategy began with Dave Ramsey's debt snowball method, strategically tackling one bill at a time. Unexpected expenses, including a sizable vet bill, served as challenges along the way. Yet, Sandra found strength in adversity, learning to say no to unnecessary expenses as her momentum increased.

Acknowledging the pivotal role of Goal Getters Global, Sandra emphasizes the community's support and the effectiveness of gamification in achieving her financial milestone. Utilizing a spreadsheet, she visually tracked her progress, marking each paid-off debt with a satisfying shade of green.

In the end, Sandra proudly announced the payoff of just under $13,000, attributing her success to the tools, support, and accountability provided by Goal Getters Global. Dave Ramsey and Financial Peace University served as her financial gurus, guiding her towards a debt-free future.

Sandra's story is a beacon of inspiration within our community, showcasing the transformative power of setting ambitious goals, creating a plan, and fostering a supportive environment.

Sandra Vint – a true Goal Getter who turned dreams into reality.

Ellen Marrs

Ellen is a successful entrepreneur, author, homeschooling mom of seven, and three-time Boston Marathon finisher. She is the author of “Lessons from the Finish Line”, her personal story of faith, passion, and perseverance in the pursuit to run 12 races in 12 consecutive months. She is also a compilation author in "Women Who Rock", a book highlighting the stories and successes of women from various backgrounds and stages of life.

The focus of Ellen's business and her personal goal in life is to make a positive impact on the world with those who choose to join her in “The Kindness Revolution”. She teaches individuals, businesses, and non-profit organizations the importance of expressing gratitude through relationship marketing, as well as her signature class, “Gratitude: The Missing Link”. In a span of just three years, the students in her classes impacted over 10,000 people with compassion, gratitude, and kindness.

Ellen was most recently featured by FOX 10 TV, the Boston Athletic Association, Boston University News Service, Voyage Phoenix, and Networking Times magazine, a global publication for the network marketing profession.

Ellen fuels her passion to help others and make a difference in the world by sharing her story with abuse victims, foster children, and potential foster parents. As a motivational speaker, trainer, and mentor, she inspires others to overcome difficult circumstances, pursue their dreams and achieve their goals with unbridled passion. She has mentored countless individuals, businesses, and non-profit organizations in relationship marketing and "acceleration through appreciation".

To relax, Ellen enjoys running, riding motorcycles, and spending as much time as possible outdoors with her family. She currently travels the United States with her husband, Rick, and their seven children.

To connect with Ellen, reach out via social media or the Life on Planet Marrs website.

https://lifeonplanetmarrs.com
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