Smart Money Mamas Show
123 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 120 ratingsWhere moms come together to learn about money – in all the ways it impacts our lives – with love. Discover how you can feel confident with your finances; ditch the money shame and guilt; raise independent, money-savvy little humans; and give yourself the freedom and stability to live your best life. We’ll discuss budgeting, debt freedom, investing, career development, entrepreneurship, and more.
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Clear Out the Head Trash That‘s Crushing Your Success with Renie Cavallari
September 02, 2021 04:00 - 39 minutes - 22.7 MB#122 Today I'm talking with Renie Cavallari. She's the author of Head Trash and CEO of Aspire- a leadership development, training and consulting firm. Renie is an expert at helping people stop sabotaging their own success by helping them trade their anxiety and fear for bigger potential, and a better quality of life. We're talking about how to identify your own head trash, why mindset work really is the most important work, and why the quality of the questions you ask can determine the qual...
How to Use Children's Literature to Engage Character Education Conversations with Maria Dismondy
August 26, 2021 13:01 - 42 minutes - 24.7 MB#121 Today I'm talking with children's author, Maria Dismondy. Maria has published a handful of delightful books that focus on diversity and character education. Learn how a lack of diverse literature inspired Maria to leave the classroom to publish children's books. We're talking about how you can use literature for creative conversations starters, tips for helping kids navigate anxiety with a new school year, and why we should always encourage curiosity! (1:33) Learn how Maria decided to...
How One Woman Used Her Language Skills to Launch a Business with Sarah Farzam
August 19, 2021 06:30 - 49 minutes - 28.5 MBToday I'm talking with the founder of Bilingual Birdies, Sarah Farzam. Sarah is sharing her journey of launching her business back in 2006, which was entirely bootstrapped. Through this language learning program, children can learn Spanish, Mandarin, French, and English through an engaging mix of song and play. Learn how Sarah is also helping others start their own business teaching kids and families in their local community. She'll share all about how you can get paid to play too! (2:09) ...
How to Understand Maternity Medical Costs with Dr. Ashley Burkman
August 12, 2021 06:30 - 36 minutes - 21.2 MB#119 When you're having a new baby, one of the biggest expenses - and greatest unknowns - is medical costs. There is an unfortunate lack of transparency when it comes to birth costs, in addition to the uncertainty of whether you or your child will need specialist care after delivery. To make sure you understand the costs and get the most out of your health insurance, we're bringing in expert and naturopathic physician and twin mom, Dr. Ashley Burkman. We're talking about how to understand w...
How to Handle Postpartum Mental Health as a New Mom
August 05, 2021 06:30 - 55 minutes - 31.9 MB#118 When I was a new mom, I suffered from postpartum depression and anxiety. But while I'd heard about these conditions, I didn't believe they could happen to me. I thought I could fix it all with the right exercise routine or system. I didn't know how to ask for help. Taking care of your mental health as a new mom - and as your children grow - is crucially important. For your health and your kiddo's. This week on Smart Money Mamas Live, I'm going to be joined by 3 amazing experts -...
How to Build a Profitable Online Business as a New Mom with Tasha Booth
July 29, 2021 06:30 - 40 minutes - 23.3 MB#117 Interested in starting a new online business but worried about how to manage it all with little ones at home? Tasha Booth, Founder & CEO of The Launch Guild, is here today to share how to get started making money online on your own terms! We will be talking about the tasks a virtual assistant can do, how to find clients, what you should charge, and how to avoid building a business out of a scarcity mindset! Looking for more information, mama? Check out the full show notes at www.s...
How to Feel Confident Returning from Maternity Leave with Lauren Smith Brody
July 22, 2021 06:30 - 43 minutes - 25 MB#116 Often, one of the biggest worries for new working moms is managing coming back to work after maternity leave. How do you prepare mentally for the shift? How can you maintain your career goals while balancing new responsibilities as a mama? What about taking care of yourself? Don’t worry, we’ve got your back! This week on Smart Money Mamas Live, we’ll be joined by Lauren Smith Brody, author of The Fifth Trimester. We'll be discussing how to handle deciding between daycare and a nanny, d...
How to Decide What's Most Important as a New Mom with Kendra Adachi
July 15, 2021 04:20 - 53 minutes - 30.7 MB#115 If you've never been a parent before, it's difficult to go about deciding what's most important as a new mom. It's a time of immense change and fast learning. It’s joyful, but can also be overwhelming - especially when you factor in everyone’s well-meaning advice. In this episode, we’re joined by Kendra Adachi from the Lazy Genius Collective to dive into how to give yourself grace as a new mom, how to set boundaries with well-intentioned friends and family, and why a registry is a chan...
Expert Strategies to Improve Your Credit with Netiva Heard
July 08, 2021 06:30 - 51 minutes - 29.4 MB#114 Get ready because today we're going to learn some expert strategies to improve your credit! A healthy credit score is the foundation for building wealth and when it comes to building that foundation - no matter where you're starting - Netiva Heard is an expert. In this episode, we're going to dig deep into why credit health matters, how credit scores work, the baby steps you can take to improve your credit score, and why a strong credit score can help you build lasting wealth. Lookin...
How to Save Money as a New Mama
July 01, 2021 06:30 - 1 hour - 35.1 MB#113 Wondering how to create a baby budget and make sure you're saving money as a new mama? In this panel discussion, I asked my friends Tasha Cochran of One Big Happy Life, Kristin Stones of Cents & Purpose, and Bethany Bayless from The Motherhood & Money Show to discuss all of our experiences and our best money mama tips! Looking for more information, mama? Check out the full show notes at www.smartmoneymamas.com/113
7 Steps to Financially Prepare for a New Baby
June 24, 2021 06:30 - 45 minutes - 26.3 MB#112 Are you currently expecting or planning to start - or grow a family? New babies are exciting blessings. As you prepare for your family to get bigger, it's hard to stop looking at baby clothes, cribs, and imagining what your little one is going to look like. But it doesn’t take long for your mind to start to spin about all the ways your life is about to change and all the decisions you need to make. In this episode, we're going to discuss creating a baby budget, understanding your hea...
How to Go From Surviving to Thriving in Any Season of Motherhood with Jessica Jackson
June 17, 2021 06:35 - 39 minutes - 23 MB#111 Today I'm talking with fellow podcaster and founder of Thriving in Motherhood, Jessica Jackson. After struggling through difficult pregnancies and other health challenges, she has discovered the tools to help moms go from surviving to thriving in any season of motherhood. We're talking about why you don't have to struggle alone, why you need to choose which balls to drop, and why noticing your thoughts can help you live a life that is full of what you love most. (3:59) Find out how...
How to Become a Tech-Savvy Mama & Keep Your Kids Safe Online with Leticia Barr
June 10, 2021 06:30 - 49 minutes - 28.2 MB#110 Today I'm talking with educator, blogger, and the founder of Tech-Savvy Mama, Leticia Barr. She has brilliantly combined all of her superpowers to help families navigate the difficult task of parenting in the digital age to keep your kids safe online. We're talking about the difference between passive and productive screen time, how to encourage kids to ask for help when they stumble on inappropriate material, and what tools you can use to monitor screen time usage. (4:01) This is...
Why Your Kids Need a Budget & The Best Tips for Getting Started with Jesse Mecham
May 27, 2021 06:29 - 51 minutes - 29.8 MB#109 Today I'm talking with the author and founder of You Need a Budget, Jesse Mecham. The YNAB app started with a simple spreadsheet he created so he and his wife could generate an extra $300 a month. Now they are busy discovering how to teach their seven children about why they need a budget. We're talking about why budgets are ever-changing, how to engage your kids' money personalities, and why you don't have to be a money expert to teach your kids about budgeting. (8:54) Learn where pe...
How to Encourage Your Picky Eaters to Eat in Color with Jennifer Anderson
May 20, 2021 06:34 - 59 minutes - 34.5 MB#108 In today's episode I'm talking with registered dietician, mama, and founder of Kids Eat in Color, Jennifer Anderson. Jennifer is an expert in helping parents help their kids develop a healthy relationship with food by reducing the stress of mealtime battles. We're talking about managing food waste, the unnecessary scare tactics used in food marketing, and how to encourage choices with boundaries at mealtimes. (5:27) Learn why offering smaller portions may solve a lot of the power st...
How to Get Rich & Manifest the Wealth You Deserve with Denise Duffield-Thomas
May 13, 2021 06:30 - 1 hour - 41.5 MB#107 In today's episode I'm talking with money mentor for world changers and author of Get Rich, Lucky Bitch, Denise Duffield-Thomas. She helps women charge premium prices, release the fear of money, and create First Class lives. We're talking about how to start tapping into your money story, how to up-level your life in increments, and how to stop being the bottleneck in your own life. (4:17) Let's define manifesting: what it is and what it's NOT (9:49) Discover how to uncover the layers...
The Best Tips for Building a 6 Figure Digital Product Business with Monica Froese
May 06, 2021 06:30 - 58 minutes - 40.5 MB#106 In today's episode, I'm talking with digital product coach for women, Monica Froese. She is the founder of both Redefining Mom and most recently, Empowered Business. Monica is on a mission to help 1000 women hit $100,000 in their business. We're talking about that one time she chatted with Barack Obama, why our money stories can help us understand our spending habits, and why you're already 100% qualified to create and sell a digital product. (4:29) Hear about the time Monica's blog g...
April Mailbag: Inheritances, Retirement Resources, & Leaving Your 9-5
April 29, 2021 06:30 - 21 minutes - 15 MB#105 For this episode, we asked the mamas in our free Mamas Talk Money Community on Facebook to send us their questions. If one person in our community has a question, there are no doubt others wondering the same thing. Today we’re going to discuss more specifics about inheriting money, retirement resources, leaving your 9-5, and more! (00:58) Our first question comes from Jacqueline who asks, "My husband and I would love to move out of the country at some point soon. When we do, what happ...
How Being Financially Savvy Can Improve Your Mental Health with Natalie Torres-Haddad
April 22, 2021 06:30 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MB#104 Today I'm talking with author and financial literacy and mental health advocate, Natalie Torres-Haddad. As an immigrant and first-generation college student, Natalie had a tremendous challenge dealing with her student loan debt after college. She learned the hard way how her financial health directly impacts her mental health, but now she teaches people of all ages how to be financially savvy. We're talking about what boundaries you need to put in place to protect your mental and fina...
How To Start Thinking Like a Breadwinner and Take Charge of Your Future with Jennifer Barrett
April 15, 2021 06:30 - 53 minutes - 36.6 MB#103 In today's episode, I'm talking with financial expert, startup executive, and author, Jennifer Barrett. In her book, Think Like A Breadwinner, Jennifer is helping women re-examine the false narrative that women shouldn't or can't earn more than men. We're talking about how societal expectations play a role in how women think about money, why you need to think like a breadwinner even if you aren't one, and why being a female breadwinner is worthy of celebrating! (5:00) Have you noted t...
How to Spring Clean Your Life With the KonMari Method with Cassidy Nasello
April 08, 2021 06:30 - 51 minutes - 35.5 MB#102 In today's episode, I'm talking with certified personal coach, Cassidy Nasello. I wanted to bring Cassidy on the show to share how using the KonMari method (of Marie Kondo) can help you do a reset on your life as you dive into spring cleaning. We're talking about the best place to start using the KonMari Method, the deeper emotional work you will dive into, and how you can even simplify and declutter your finances. (3:45) Learn how Cassidy took the plunge to start her own business ev...
How to Get Good with Money & Become Financially Whole with Tiffany Aliche
April 01, 2021 06:32 - 1 hour - 41.7 MB#101 In today's episode I'm talking with America's favorite personal finances advisor, Tiffany "The Budgetnista" Aliche. She's used her teaching degree to become an expert in helping women transform their relationships with money so they can become financially whole. We're talking about the 10 steps to financial wholeness that she covers in Get Good with Money, how to reframe your long-term savings goals, and how to protect your dignity while working to pay off debt. (9:08) Listen to Tiffa...
March Mailbag: Celebrating 100 Episodes: 529 Goals, Forming LLCs, & New Home Budgets
March 29, 2021 06:30 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MB#100 For this episode, we asked the mamas in our free Mamas Talk Money Community on Facebook to send us their questions. If one person in our community has a question, there are no doubt others wondering the same thing. Today we’re going to discuss 529 savings goals, forming LLCs and new home budgets as we celebrate and reflect on 100 episodes on the Smart Money Mamas Show! (1:35) Find out which episodes have been favorites for Lauren and the SMM team (8:07) Discover what Chelsea learned...
How to Bounce Back After Divorce as a Stay-At-Home-Mom with Leah Hadley
March 25, 2021 06:30 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MB#099 In today's episode, I'm talking with best-selling author and Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, Leah Hadley. Leah has faced many challenging life transitions including adopting three kids overnight, divorce, and a job loss. Now she works with moms who need to rebuild a strong financial foundation for the next phase of their life. We're talking about how to take the emotion out of the hard decisions, how to stay in control of your income even when it changes, and why you need to let y...
How to Redefine Wealth & Stop Doing All the Things with Patrice Washington
March 18, 2021 06:33 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MB#098 In today's episode, I'm talking with author and founder of Redefining Wealth, Patrice Washington. She's passionate about helping women build the 6 pillars of wealth which she breaks down in her book Redefine Wealth For Yourself. Patrice's personal journey of having wealth, losing it, and rebuilding it again is a story of resilience we all need to hear. We're talking about prioritizing your physical health as a mom, setting boundaries to protect what's most important, and how to tap int...
How to Manage Money When Experiencing Grief with Nora McInerny
March 11, 2021 07:33 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MB#097 Today I'm talking with author and podcast host of Terrible, Thanks for Asking, Nora McInerny. Nora became a widow at a young age. While grief hit her like a freight train, she still manages to find cracks of light through humor and amazing communities like the Hot Young Widows Club and Still Kickin. Still Kickin is the fulfillment of her late husband's dream to help families find support in hard times. We're talking about the impact of grief on your brain and body, and the practical fi...
How to Control Your Finances Like a Rebel Mama with Aleks Jassem & Nikita Stanley
March 04, 2021 07:30 - 53 minutes - 37.1 MB#096 In today's episode, I'm talking with co-founders of The Rebel Mama, Nikita Stanley and Aleks Jassem. These two are paving a new road for the face of motherhood that centers around authenticity and empowerment. We're talking about how they built their business on maternity leave, mindful consumerism as a new mom, and how they overcame their fears about their own finances in order to empower other mamas. (5:03) How these two built their business on maternity leave (10:34) Why you need ...
February Mailbag: Investing and Retirement
February 25, 2021 11:06 - 34 minutes - 23.9 MB#095 In this episode, we asked the mamas in our free Mamas Talk Money Community on Facebook to send us their questions. If one person in our community has a question, there are no doubt others wondering the same thing. Today we’re going to discuss more specifics about retirement funds, and investing! (03:44) Kelli wants to know, "What is the recommended percentage to save for retirement? Should you have a Roth IRA in addition to a 401K?" (9:51) Court asks, "I know we need to be invested...
How to Give With More Impact: What You Need to Know with Kris Putnam-Walkerly
February 18, 2021 07:30 - 49 minutes - 34.1 MB#094 In today’s episode, I’m talking with Global Philanthropy Advisor and Expert, Kris Putnam-Walkerly. She is the author of Delusion Altruism, which highlights the truth that how we give is just as important as how much we give. We’re talking about why you don’t need to be wealthy to be a philanthropist, why philanthropists can struggle with a scarcity mindset, and how you can take your first step to give with more impact today! (4:33) This is a definition of philanthropy you might connec...
How to Manage Your Money as a Power Couple with Tai & Talaat McNeely
February 11, 2021 07:30 - 48 minutes - 33.8 MB#093 In today’s episode, I'm talking with power couple and financial educators, Tai and Talaat McNeely. They are passionate about helping you and your spouse or partner get on the same page so you can become tenacious about reaching your financial goals together. We're talking about dealing with bringing debt into a marriage, how to start money conversations with your partner, and how to establish your own family money values. (4:12) Discover how this couple got out of debt in their first ...
What You Need to Know to Become an Authentic Influencer with Mattie James
February 04, 2021 07:30 - 57 minutes - 39.4 MB#092 In today’s episode, I'm talking with the full-time content creator and influencer, Mattie James. Mattie now creates content for her blog, Youtube, and podcast and collaborates with some really big brands like Samsung and TJ Maxx. She's sharing about how her current six-figure income all started with a blog and the inside scoop on what it's really like to be an authentic influencer. (5:34) Find out how motherhood impacted Mattie's business in a dramatic way (17:45) Why Mattie is mak...
How to Identify Fraud to Save Money on Health Care with Angel Cellucci
January 28, 2021 07:30 - 51 minutes - 35.4 MB#091 In today’s episode, I'm talking with board-certified nurse and trainer, Angel Cellucci about how to identify medical fraud. Angel is on a mission to help empower individuals to be better consumers of healthcare. She helps people make sure the medical care they get is necessary and offered at a fair and reasonable price. We're talking about how often medical fraud happens, what you can do to prevent medical fraud, and how you can be more effective when you do have to advocate for your...
January Mailbag: Credit Scores, Bitcoin Investing, & Term Life Insurance
January 25, 2021 07:30 - 54 minutes - 37.5 MB#90 For this episode, we asked the mamas in our free Mamas Talk Money Community on Facebook to send us their questions. If one person in our community has a question, there are no doubt others wondering the same thing. Today we’re going to discuss increasing credit scores, Bitcoin investing, finding the best provider for term life insurance, and more! (05:05) Christine asks, "I recently opened 529 plans for my children, and while I was there, the representative told me that I should keep ...
How to Rewire Your Brain for Wealth with Barbara Huson
January 21, 2021 07:34 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MB#89 In this episode, I'm talking with financial therapist and best-selling author, Barbara Huson. Her latest book, Rewire for Wealth breaks downs the neuroscience of money so you can take charge of your finances. We're talking about chasing sacred success, how to practice rewiring your brain, and how you can teach your kids about money without injecting fear. [1:57] This was Barbara's painful and dramatic wake-up call that she needed to become financially savvy [8:32] Are you pursuing ...
How Ladies Get Paid and Level Up with Claire Wasserman
January 14, 2021 07:30 - 57 minutes - 39.8 MB#088 Today I'm talking with author and founder of Ladies Get Paid, Claire Wasserman. This was originally a live we recorded in the Motivated Mama Society, which gave our community the chance to ask some questions you're likely asking about the gender gap too. We're talking about why you need to trust your instincts more, why you should always be intentionally growing your network, and how to negotiate raises and get recognized for the value you bring. (6:24) This was the one comment that...
Building Habits That Stick - What You Need to Know with Dr. Wendy Wood
January 07, 2021 07:30 - 50 minutes - 37.2 MB#087 In today’s episode, I’m talking with author and research scientist, Dr. Wendy Wood. Since she's listed in the top 1% of scientists worldwide, I figured she would be the expert we need to make sure our 2021 goals don't go to the wayside by February. We're talking about why you actually don't need more will power, how to build habits when your schedule is unpredictable, and why finding a community that shares your goals is so crucial. (2:47) Why persisting with a habit, not just start...
10 Best Money Tips for 2021 From the Experts
December 31, 2020 07:30 - 41 minutes - 29 MB#086 Happy New Year! Happy 2021! Happy surviving all that was 2020. Today I have a super special treat for you to celebrate! I've invited 10 top-notch money experts to the show to share their best piece of advice for the New Year so you can set meaningful money goals - and reach them - in 2021! Looking for more information, mama? Visit the show notes at https://smartmoneymamas.com/2021 Ready to find your community and join the Motivated Mama Society? Click here to get on the waitlist! htt...
Merry Christmas Mamas!
December 24, 2020 07:30 - 3 minutes - 2.16 MB#85 In today’s mini-episode, I just want to send a quick Christmas COVID-safe hug and say Happy Holidays. For the majority of us, things look really different this year. I hope you can embrace the lack of pressure and maybe some new cozy traditions-some that may even stick around for years to come! But I also have a special challenge for you to help you make 2021 your best year yet! I hope you take me up on it! Ready to find your community and join the Motivated Mama Society? Click here ...
How to Chase Debt Freedom and Build a Business at the Same Time with Monica Louie
December 17, 2020 07:30 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MB#84 In today’s episode, I’m talking with Monica Louie, six-figure debt-tackler who has built an ad agency that all started with a blog. Monica and her husband were able to pay off $120,000 in two years on a blue-collar income after she quit her job to stay home. We're talking about the creative ways they took big chunks out of their debt, why you don't need to know everything to start a business, and why budgets can be more empowering than limiting. (4:20) Discover how Monica realized it w...
Why Your Money System Needs to Be as Unique as You Are
December 10, 2020 07:30 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MB#083: In today’s episode, I’m sharing why prescriptive, inflexible money advice rarely works. We'll unpack why money strategies that are unique to you and your personality are the only ones that work long-term and how you can start charting your own path. (02:09) Why old school money strategies can do more harm than good (06:30) Some good news for you if you feel like you "failed" another hard system (11:17) This is what you need to know if you want to succeed with money long term (15...
3 Things You Need to Build a Healthy Financial Legacy
December 03, 2020 07:30 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MB#082: In today’s episode, I’m sharing the three pillars of what it means to leave behind a healthy financial legacy. I'm going to challenge you to define the word "legacy" and help you understand why your legacy involves a lot more than monetary wealth. We're talking about getting organized, developing a wealthy mindset, and building generational wealth. (02:05) Why it's important to start thinking about your legacy even when you're young (11:34) Why a Family Emergency Binder simplifie...
November Mailbag: Self-Care & Holidays in a Pandemic
November 26, 2020 07:30 - 33 minutes - 23 MB#081 In today's episode, we asked the mamas in our free Mamas Talk Money Community on Facebook to send us their questions. If one person in our community has a question, there are no doubt others wondering the same thing. Today we’re going to discuss holiday traditions in a pandemic, what self-care looks like for us these days, and how to wrap your brain around goal-setting for 2021 when things feel so uncertain! (2:53) The moment you've been waiting for: Chelsea and Lauren's favorit...
How to Become a Lazy Genius with Kendra Adachi
November 19, 2020 07:13 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MB#080 In today’s episode, I’m talking to New York time best-selling author and podcast host, Kendra Adachi. Kendra is a professional permission giver and systems expert and she wants you to know you actually don’t have to do it all. We’re talking about identifying what matters most to you, tangible ways you can reduce your mental load, and how you can lazy genius your budget too! (2:56) Find out how you can start naming what matters as a lazy genius (8:26) How Kendra got started trying to...
How to Use Resiliency to Create the Life You Really Want with Mandi Woodruff
November 12, 2020 07:37 - 55 minutes - 38.3 MB#079: In today’s episode, I’m talking to business and finance reporter and host of the Brown Ambition Podcast, Mandi Woodruff. Mandi experienced financial insecurity at a very young age and has been intentional to find ways to create a life full of choices. We’re talking about how to get scrappy when you have to, why your mental health is key to overcoming obstacles, and why prioritizing your personal goals can actually make you a better mom. (04:27) The first time Mandi remembers feeling ...
How to Invest Like a Girl with Amanda Holden
November 05, 2020 07:30 - 1 hour - 44.1 MB#078 In this episode I am talking with Amanda Holden, author, speaker, and expert in equipping women to make smart investment decisions. Amanda is super relatable and super passionate about you being financially free as a woman in retirement. We’re talking about why investing needs to be a priority for women, the biggest takeaways from the stock market in 2008, and how to know if you’re ready to invest. (4:45) Discover why Amanda has earned and kept the nickname “Dumpster Doggie”. (13:11...
The Financial and Emotional Costs of Infertility with Kristyn Hodgdon
October 29, 2020 06:30 - 45 minutes - 31.2 MB#077 In today’s episode, I’m talking with Kristyn Hodgdon, twin-mama, who navigated her own journey through infertility treatments and now supports thousands of other women in her community, The Fertility Tribe. We’re talking about what Kristyn wishes more moms knew before they started their infertility journey, how to handle the financial and insurance side of fertility treatments, and why Kristyn decided to quit a job she loved to support more women as they seek to grow their own families ...
How to Build Wealth on One Low Income with Caroline Vencil
October 22, 2020 06:27 - 58 minutes - 40.1 MB#076 In today’s episode, I’m talking with Caroline Vencil, who is an expert living a full life on a tight budget-even as a family of six! We’re talking about how extreme saving can be a severe hang-up, the creative ways Caroline helped her family stick to the budget, and how being intentional makes spending money more fulfilling. (5:59) Why Caroline’s story of being a rich kid was more of a facade than reality (9:53) Hear the list of creative ways Caroline saved her family money on a low...
How to Stop Dreading Your Cleaning Routine with Becky Rapinchuk
October 15, 2020 06:30 - 41 minutes - 29 MB#075 In today’s episode, I’m talking with Becky Rapinchuk, founder of Clean Mama, who is an expert in simple systems that help you consistently maintain that cozy place between chaotic and spotless. We’re talking all about taking a business from side-hustle to full-time income, how to get your whole family involved in your cleaning routine, and why cleaning just a little bit every day is a game-changer. (1:49) How Becky transitioned from blogging and working overnights at Target to buildin...
How 3 Fierce Women Are Closing Funding Gaps for Female Entrepreneurs with Kate Anderson
October 08, 2020 06:30 - 58 minutes - 40.6 MB#074 In today’s episode, I’m talking with Kate Anderson, co-founder of IFundWomen, a flexible crowdfunding platform for female business owners. Kate is going to share the founding story of IFundWomen, the current funding gaps between male-founded and female-founded businesses, and why it’s so important to invest in women-owned businesses. (7:17) Here’s just one example of how IFund Women supports the unique needs of female business owners (15:53) Learn the elements of a power-packed sales ...
What You Need to Know About Financial Abuse
October 05, 2020 06:25 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MB#073: In today’s episode, as we honor Domestic Violence Awareness month, I’m diving into a heavy but critical issue for our community to discuss: financial abuse. It may be more difficult to pinpoint than other types of abuse, but it still has life-threatening consequences. We’re talking about how to spot financial abuse, how to find the support you need, and why you’re entitled to a thriving, healthy relationship. ***Please note that the content in this episode contains emotionally trigge...