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Your Money Sorted Teachers' Podcast

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Thinking of leaving teaching before the age of 68? Then tune into Your Money Sorted Teachers' Podcast; the money podcast for teachers.

Hosted by Eileen Adamson, teacher, certified money coach, and co-host of the BBC Clever About Cash podcast, it's designed to help teachers become happier, healthier and wealthier.

Learn better budgeting skills, gain confidence with money, improve money mindset, and create the financial security and freedom to leave teaching whenever you choose.

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Holidays for teachers: how teachers can see the world for less

January 05, 2024 06:30 - 44 minutes - 60.9 MB

On this episode of The Your Money Sorted Teachers Podcast, Eileen is joined by Susan as they embark on an exploration of Susan's incredible travel experiences through home exchanges. From the exotic landscapes of Bali and Thailand to the enchanting locales of Iceland and the South of France, Susan recounts her global adventures facilitated by this unique approach to travel. The financial side of home exchanges takes centre stage, with Susan emphasising the minimal costs involved—primarily th...

Personal development for teachers and the link to money mindset

January 05, 2024 06:30 - 37 minutes - 52.1 MB

On this episode of The Your Money Sorted teachers’ podcast, Eileen is joined by Sumantha, a former teacher turned English tutor and business owner. Sumantha opens up about her first money memory, detailing how her parents' cautious spending habits left her justifying expenses. Sumantha shares her journey as a business owner and the crucial shift from viewing spending as an expense to an investment, drawing on lessons from authors like Denise Duffield Thomas. The conversation explores the imp...

The entrepreneurial teacher: building wealth in line with core values

December 29, 2023 06:30 - 34 minutes - 47.4 MB

On this episode of The Your Money Sorted teachers’ podcast, Eileen engages in a conversation with Joanne Howard from Adventures After Teaching. Jo, an entrepreneurial teacher turned career coach, shares her insightful journey and perspectives on money, highlighting key moments that shaped her relationship with finances. The discussion revolves around Joanne's childhood memories, including visits to the bank with her mother and the impactful influence of her father’s entrepreneurial spirit an...

The power of positivity and gratitude in creating a prosperity mindset

December 22, 2023 06:30 - 45 minutes - 62.6 MB

On this episode of The Your Money Sorted Podcast, Eileen engages in a lively conversation with Gemma, an education well-being coach and supervisor for coaches. Gemma shares her journey from burning out as a middle leader in teaching to becoming a coach focused on helping middle leaders thrive. Gemma discusses childhood perceptions of abundance and later grappling with a sense of responsibility for family finances during her private school years. Gemma delves into her evolving relationship ...

Mastering money and getting out of teaching as a new mum

December 15, 2023 06:30 - 37 minutes - 52 MB

On this episode of The Your Money Sorted teachers’ podcast, Eileen is joined by Kerry Quinn, a former teacher turned social media manager and strategist. Kerry shares her early money memories, financial struggles, and the impactful lessons learned during her journey, particularly highlighting the influence of family dynamics. The episode delves into Kerry's challenges with seeking financial help, especially when getting out of teaching and into entrepreneurship. The conversation explores t...

Striking the balance: enjoying now v saving for the future

December 08, 2023 06:30 - 37 minutes - 52.3 MB

On this episode of The Your Money Sorted Podcast, Eileen is joined by guest, Arthur, to explore the delicate balance between enjoying the present and saving for the future. Arthur opens up about his tendency to overthink spending on leisure activities, revealing the internal struggle to strike a harmonious balance. Eileen offers valuable insights, drawing from her own experiences, and emphasises the significance of setting specific goals for savings, especially when planning for children's f...

Money, values and intentional spending with Toria Bono

December 01, 2023 16:28 - 42 minutes - 59.5 MB

On this episode of Your Money Sorted Teachers' Podcast, Eileen is joined by Toria Bono. Eileen and Toria discuss the shift from emotional spending to value-based spending. Toria shares her journey of aligning spending with her core values, particularly focusing on creating a comfortable and joyful home environment and speaks about how this shift not only brings more fulfilment but also positively impacts her financial well-being and mindset. Toria emphasises the importance of consciously s...

Abundance and scarcity with The Teachers' Health Coach

November 24, 2023 06:30 - 44 minutes - 61.1 MB

On this episode of The Your Money Sorted Podcast, Eileen is joined by Charlie Burley, the Teacher's Health Coach, who shares his financial journey. From childhood memories of his mum relying on store cards to raise four boys to accumulating debt during university, Charlie's relationship with money has been a rollercoaster. Charlie allows us to explore the impact of his dad's scarcity mindset and his mum's abundance mindset on his financial outlook. Reflecting on his financial journey, Char...

Liz's Inspiring Journey to Financial Wellbeing

November 17, 2023 09:45 - 36 minutes - 50.1 MB

On this episode of The Your Money Sorted Podcast, I introduce Liz, a passionate teacher from Scotland and a valuable member of the Money Cafe community.  The episode kicks off with a glimpse into Liz's earliest money memories, anchored by a red tapestry purse that symbolises her family's approach to managing essentials and luxuries. Liz candidly shares insights into her spending habits in her 20s and 30s, highlighting a pivotal wake-up moment that led her to reevaluate her financial choice...

Money and mindset: Annabel's conflict with 'all or nothing' patterns

November 10, 2023 06:30 - 37 minutes - 52.9 MB

On this episode of the Your Money Sorted Teachers’ Podcast, Eileen welcomes Annabel Jeffcoatte, a teacher and coach who helps primary school middle leaders reduce anxiety and find work-life balance through coaching strategies. Annabel shares her personal journey of healing from burnout and her complex relationship with money. Annabel reflects on her early money-saving habits and how societal expectations of being a "good girl" influenced her financial decisions. Annabel shares how over tim...

Kids pocket money, teaching children about money & so much more!

November 03, 2023 06:30 - 40 minutes - 57.5 MB

On this episode of The Your Money Sorted Teachers Podcast, Eileen introduces Jo Adams, the director of Primary Tuition Limited, an accomplished private tuition company. Jo, a former teacher, shares her journey from the classroom to launching her tutoring business, offering insights into the financial decisions that shaped her life and career path. They discuss the profound impact of teaching on Joanne’s well-being and how her mindset shifted when she sought a more balanced lifestyle. Eilee...

Impulse spending vs saving & security. A fascinating chat with Krissi.

October 27, 2023 06:30 - 42 minutes - 59 MB

On this episode of the Your Money Sorted Teacher's Podcast, Eileen engages in a candid conversation with Krissi Saccoh, director of The Tutor Boss, a flourishing tuition company. Krissi opens up about her earliest money memory, recalling the delight of receiving a £50 note in her childhood, which instilled a sense of richness and celebration.  Their discussion delves into the profound influence of money mindset, emphasising its formation during childhood and the importance of understanding...

Become a tutor? How Richard has transitioned from teacher to tutor

October 20, 2023 06:30 - 40 minutes - 57.6 MB

On this episode of the Your Money Sorted Teachers Podcast, Eileen welcomes Richard Cowell, founder of Richard Cowell Education, as they explore his journey from teaching to launching a tutoring business.  They reflect on how Richard's early money memories influenced his financial outlook. Richard discusses the challenges he faced in the teaching profession, which led to a career reassessment. He emphasises the importance of teachers recognising their value and seeking alternative paths to ...

Early retirement for teachers - FIRE, investing and money tips

July 29, 2022 06:30 - 44 minutes - 62 MB

Are you thinking about retirement for teachers? Listen in to Neil and I chat about becoming financially free, with money and investing tips to help you to achieve freedom and balance in your life. Start your journey to financial wellbeing right now.   Step 1: Check out my fabulous free resources for teachers https://www.yourmoneysorted.co.uk/free-resources   Step 2: Join my Your Money Sorted Facebook group  https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourmoneysortedgroup   Step 3: Fast...

Why remortgage with Dan Does Mortgages

July 22, 2022 06:30 - 29 minutes - 21 MB

Why remortgage? Join me and Dan, from Dan Does Mortgages, as we discuss how your mortgage needs may change over time, and how you can mould your mortgage to suit your particular situation. Start your journey to financial wellbeing right now.   Step 1: Check out my fabulous free resources for teachers https://www.yourmoneysorted.co.uk/free-resources   Step 2: Join my Your Money Sorted Facebook group  https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourmoneysortedgroup   Step 3: Fast-track y...

Dealing with debt with Debt Camel

July 15, 2022 06:30 - 49 minutes - 68.9 MB

If you are a teacher worried about debt, then listen in as Sara, from Debt Camel, gives tips and suggesitons for reducing the cost of your debt and paying off your debt. She also talks about hidden pitfalls and how to avoid these costly mistakes. Start your journey to financial wellbeing right now.   Step 1: Check out my fabulous free resources for teachers https://www.yourmoneysorted.co.uk/free-resources   Step 2: Join my Your Money Sorted Facebook group  https://www.facebook....

Teacher mortgage: Should I remortgage my house?

July 08, 2022 06:30 - 12 minutes - 17.4 MB

What is remortgage? Should you consider it? This episode is for teachers confused about mortgages and the remortage process and aims to give a simple, clear explanation of when, why and how you might remortgage. Start your journey to financial wellbeing right now.   Step 1: Check out my fabulous free resources for teachers https://www.yourmoneysorted.co.uk/free-resources   Step 2: Join my Your Money Sorted Facebook group  https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourmoneysortedgroup  ...

Money books for kids - teaching children about money

July 01, 2022 06:30 - 41 minutes - 38.7 MB

In this episode I chat with Will Rainey about his strategies for teaching children about money. We also chat about money books for kids,, in particular Will's own fabulous book designed to help children to prosper and grow in today's world. Although the book is mainly aimed at children, the principles apply equally to adults, so have a listen to our chat to learn more about maximising your money both now and in the future. Start your journey to financial wellbeing right now.   Step 1...

Teacher to CEO. How to value yourself and charge your worth

June 24, 2022 06:30 - 17 minutes - 24 MB

So many teachers undervalue themselves and their expertise. Join me today as I chat about how you can value yourself more and charge your worth. Start your journey to financial wellbeing right now.   Step 1: Check out my fabulous free resources for teachers https://www.yourmoneysorted.co.uk/free-resources   Step 2: Join my Your Money Sorted Facebook group  https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourmoneysortedgroup   Step 3: Fast-track your success and Maximise Your Money  https...

Possible careers after teaching: Starting your own business

June 17, 2022 06:30 - 30 minutes - 42.8 MB

Are you wondering about careers after teaching? I am delighted to have Claire Riley on the podcast and have a chat about leaving teaching, possible careers after teaching and starting your own business. Start your journey to financial wellbeing right now.   Step 1: Check out my fabulous free resources for teachers https://www.yourmoneysorted.co.uk/free-resources   Step 2: Join my Your Money Sorted Facebook group  https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourmoneysortedgroup   Step 3...

The dangers of buy now pay later sites

June 10, 2022 06:30 - 11 minutes - 16.6 MB

The prevalence of ‘Buy now, pay later’ terms has become a concern for me. I believe it can become a bigger issue than credit card debt. I worry that this is going to be a huge problem in the future, especially with our young people. There’s a huge percentage of people who are used to having everything at their fingertips and having to pay for something in installments may seem to be a sweet deal because there’s no interest anyway.  However, there are possible hidden dangers that we will look...

Teacher authors: Writing and publishing your own book

June 03, 2022 06:30 - 40 minutes - 56.7 MB

I really love meeting amazing people and getting to hear their stories and Jodi Heyes is definitely one of them! A primary teacher by profession, she is also a children's empowerment coach and a self-published author.   Lockdown gave Jodi the opportunity to work on her stories and illustrations while spending most of her time at home with her newborn daughter Luna.   Here’s an inspiring story of how her personal mental wellbeing journey paved the way to realising her passion to help ...

Financial wellbeing and why it's vital to teacher wellbeing

May 27, 2022 06:30 - 17 minutes - 24 MB

Our overall wellbeing is affected by different factors including the stress of teaching, workload as well as our finances. Recent research by Aegon focuses on being financially well and its impact on your whole life and it also shows that even those who are earning above-average income still worry about money. Often people think that if they put in more hours at work and get a promotion, they will be financially secure but that is not the case and I believe this is why it is vital to wor...

How to become a happy, rich teacher with Andrew Hallam

May 20, 2022 06:30 - 49 minutes - 34.3 MB

Kicking things off for Series 3 of the Your Money Sorted Teachers’ podcast, I have invited the fascinating Andrew Hallam to share his inspiring story of how he built his wealth with a teacher’s salary. Andrew is also a speaker, author of Millionaire Teacher and millionaire expat books. He is also the first person to have a number one sale in finance books on Amazon USA, Canada, Singapore, and Amazon UAE. Andrew believes that becoming wealthy is not about how much money you have coming in a...

Staff wellbeing, happiness and money with Frederika Roberts

February 09, 2022 09:21 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MB

Frederika Roberts, The Happiness Speaker and co-author of The Big Book of Whole School Wellbeing and I chat about staff wellbeing, happiness, and money. It's a lovely episode with some fabulous tips for being happier in yourself as well as having a happier relationship with money.   Frederika has also kindly offered 10% discount on her book For Flourishing's Sake and you can order this here. https://forms.gle/AKwqHEg12H3UJ7MH6    Start your journey to financial wellbeing right n...

Adopting as a teacher

December 31, 2021 06:30 - 37 minutes - 26.5 MB

Join me and Stephen as we discuss adopting as a teacher and adopting as a member of the LGBTQ+ community. We chat about the costs of adoption, support available for adoption as well as the joys that adopting a child can bring to a family.  Start your journey to financial wellbeing right now.   Step 1: Check out my fabulous free resources for teachers https://www.yourmoneysorted.co.uk/free-resources   Step 2: Join my Your Money Sorted Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/grou...

Being a burnt out teacher - impact, strategies and solutions

December 24, 2021 06:30 - 44 minutes - 31.2 MB

Burnout amongst teachers has never been so prevalent, so if you are feeling like a burnt-out teacher, this one is for you. In this episode, I chat with Jessica and Hannah, who have both felt that teacher stress and found strategies to help them deal with it. It's such an open and honest chat about teacher mental health, imposter syndrome, unrealistic expectations, and outstanding teachers. We chat about the impact this had on their money and their lives in general, as well as the strategie...

Financial education in the UK: Support & resources for teachers.

December 17, 2021 06:30 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MB

This episode focuses on financial education in the UK and in particular financial education in schools in the UK. I'm joined by Steph from The Money Charity and Helen Westwood, Moneywise Personal Finance Teacher of the Year. We chat about subjects that should be taught in schools, teaching financial education, financial education resources and financial education workshops, as well as sharing our passion for making financial education exciting. Start your journey to financial wellbeing rig...

Teacher wellbeing & self-care. How every teacher can have a cleaner!

December 10, 2021 06:30 - 11 minutes - 8.13 MB

Teacher wellbeing and self-care must improve if teachers are to be able to do their jobs effectively.  In this short episode of the Your Money Sorted Teachers' Podcast, I talk about why I think every teacher needs a cleaner and how they can afford it, without having to give up anything that they love.  Start your journey to financial wellbeing right now.   Step 1: Check out my fabulous free resources for teachers https://www.yourmoneysorted.co.uk/free-resources   Step 2: Join my ...

It's Mrs Smith! Nobservations and other funny teacher quotes!

December 03, 2021 06:30 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MB

Mrs Smith has to have of the funniest teacher pages out there and in this episode we chat to the person behind the funny teacher quotes. With her nobservations, learning stalks and full moon f**kery, Mrs Smith's page hits the nail on the head every time! Come along and listen to her chat about how she got started and what her plans for the future are. Start your journey to financial wellbeing right now.   Step 1: Check out my fabulous free resources for teachers https://www.yourmoney...

Money for teachers: How your background affects your money.

November 26, 2021 06:00 - 43 minutes - 30 MB

Join me for this fascinating chat with Karen Gibb of Mind Marvels about how the way you are brought up affects your relationship with money today. We chat about money for teachers, positivity for teachers, why wealth is not a dirty word and how you can create a happier, more secure life.  Start your journey to financial wellbeing right now.   Step 1: Check out my fabulous free resources for teachers https://www.yourmoneysorted.co.uk/free-resources   Step 2: Join my Your Money Sor...

012 Money for teachers: How your background affects your money.

November 26, 2021 06:00 - 43 minutes - 30 MB

Join me for this fascinating chat with Karen Gibb of Mind Marvels about how the way you are brought up affects your relationship with money today. We chat about money for teachers, positivity for teachers, why wealth is not a dirty word and how you can create a happier, more secure life. 

Making an impact, valuing yourself and earning what you deserve

November 19, 2021 07:00 - 43 minutes - 30.4 MB

Join me and Adele Bates, teacher and behaviour management in the classroom expert, to learn how to value yourself and your time more. It's about making a positive impact, earning more as a teacher and quitting trying to do everything yourself. Start your journey to financial wellbeing right now.   Step 1: Check out my fabulous free resources for teachers https://www.yourmoneysorted.co.uk/free-resources   Step 2: Join my Your Money Sorted Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/...

011 Making an impact, valuing yourself and earning what you deserve

November 19, 2021 07:00 - 43 minutes - 30.4 MB

Join me and Adele Bates, teacher and behaviour management in the classroom expert, to learn how to value yourself and your time more. It's about making a positive impact, earning more as a teacher and quitting trying to do everything yourself.

010 How much money do you need for life after teaching?

June 26, 2021 05:00 - 13 minutes - 9.61 MB

Thinking about retiring early from teaching, about life after teaching or looking for jobs for ex teachers? This podcast will help teachers work out if they can afford to leave teaching and help them to start planning their next move.

How much money do you need for life after teaching?

June 26, 2021 05:00 - 13 minutes - 9.61 MB

Thinking about retiring early from teaching, about life after teaching or looking for jobs for ex teachers? This podcast will help teachers work out if they can afford to leave teaching and help them to start planning their next move. Start your journey to financial wellbeing right now.   Step 1: Check out my fabulous free resources for teachers https://www.yourmoneysorted.co.uk/free-resources   Step 2: Join my Your Money Sorted Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/yo...

009 Teachers Pensions - The basics you need to know

June 25, 2021 05:00 - 29 minutes - 21 MB

Does your teacher's pension confuse you? Do you have questions about it, but aren't sure where to find the answers? if so, then have a listen to the Your Money Sorted podcast. This is an informal chat to help demystify some common confusions around the teachers' pension schemes. Eileen Adamson chats to Kevin from Weslyan about the things that all teachers need to know about pensions.

Teachers Pensions - The basics you need to know

June 25, 2021 05:00 - 29 minutes - 21 MB

Does your teacher's pension confuse you? Do you have questions about it, but aren't sure where to find the answers? if so, then have a listen to the Your Money Sorted podcast. This is an informal chat to help demystify some common confusions around the teachers' pension schemes. Eileen Adamson chats to Kevin from Weslyan about the things that all teachers need to know about pensions.  Start your journey to financial wellbeing right now.   Step 1: Check out my fabulous free resources fo...

007 Stress, sleep and the impact on you and your money

June 23, 2021 05:00 - 31 minutes - 22 MB

Are you feeling the stress of being a teacher? Come and listen as Janet Dowling chats to Eileen about teacher stress, teacher stress management and gives teacher wellbeing tips related to sleep, stress and money

Why money mindset is as important as growth mindset

June 23, 2021 05:00 - 14 minutes - 10.6 MB

Growth mindset in primary schools is commonly talked about, but teacher mindset and in particular money mindset amongst teachers rarely gets mentioned. Money mindset is more important than the skills and knowledge around money. Come and find out how your mindset might be holding you back from being "good with money". Start your journey to financial wellbeing right now.   Step 1: Check out my fabulous free resources for teachers https://www.yourmoneysorted.co.uk/free-resources   S...

Stress, sleep and the impact on you and your money

June 23, 2021 05:00 - 31 minutes - 22 MB

Are you feeling the stress of being a teacher? Come and listen as Janet Dowling chats to Eileen about teacher stress, teacher stress management and gives teacher wellbeing tips related to sleep, stress and money. Start your journey to financial wellbeing right now.   Step 1: Check out my fabulous free resources for teachers https://www.yourmoneysorted.co.uk/free-resources   Step 2: Join my Your Money Sorted Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourmoneysortedgroup  ...

008 Why money mindset is as important as growth mindset

June 23, 2021 05:00 - 14 minutes - 10.6 MB

Growth mindset in primary schools is commonly talked about, but teacher mindset and in particular money mindset amongst teachers rarely gets mentioned. Money mindset is more important than the skills and knowledge around money. Come and find out how your mindset might be holding you back from being "good with money".

006 How teachers can stop living payday to payday

June 22, 2021 05:00 - 24 minutes - 17.3 MB

Are you tired of living payday to payday? Do you wonder how can teachers make more money? Come along and listen to the challenges Mo and Liz have had and find out the simple changes that have transformed their spending. It's financial help for teachers to help you to live on your teacher's pay. 

How teachers can stop living payday to payday

June 22, 2021 05:00 - 24 minutes - 17.3 MB

Are you tired of living payday to payday? Do you wonder how can teachers make more money? Come along and listen to the challenges Mo and Liz have had and find out the simple changes that have transformed their spending. It's financial help for teachers to help you to live on your teacher's pay.  Start your journey to financial wellbeing right now.   Step 1: Check out my fabulous free resources for teachers https://www.yourmoneysorted.co.uk/free-resources   Step 2: Join my Your Mo...

Emotional Spending - Does teaching stress affect your spending?

June 21, 2021 06:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MB

We already know about teaching stress and its impact on our health, but what about the impact on our money? Do you spend more when you are stressed, sad, or struggling to control your emotions? If so, you are not alone. Come along and listen as teachers Sarah and Jackie chat about their experiences of teacher stress, being an emotional spender, and controlling spending. Start your journey to financial wellbeing right now.   Step 1: Check out my fabulous free resources for teachers ht...

005 Emotional Spending - Does teaching stress affect your spending?

June 21, 2021 06:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MB

We already know about teaching stress and its impact on our health, but what about the impact on our money? Do you spend more when you are stressed, sad, or struggling to control your emotions? If so, you are not alone. Come along and listen as teachers Sarah and Jackie chat about their experiences of teacher stress, being an emotional spender, and controlling spending.

Empowering ex-pat teachers Financial freedom can be yours

June 20, 2021 06:00 - 30 minutes - 24.9 MB

Could you make money teaching abroad? Find out more about teaching abroad pay and how you could create financial freedom and financial security through teaching abroad. Sorcha Coyle of Empowering Expat Teachers joins Eileen Adamson to discuss money, teaching, and the best places to teach abroad and save. Start your journey to financial wellbeing right now.   Step 1: Check out my fabulous free resources for teachers https://www.yourmoneysorted.co.uk/free-resources   Step 2: Join m...

004 Empowering ex-pat teachers Financial freedom can be yours

June 20, 2021 06:00 - 30 minutes - 24.9 MB

Could you make money teaching abroad? Find out more about teaching abroad pay and how you could create financial freedom and financial security through teaching abroad. Sorcha Coyle of Empowering Expat Teachers joins Eileen Adamson to discuss money, teaching, and the best places to teach abroad and save.

How to quickly pay off debt on your teaching salary

June 17, 2021 19:57 - 14 minutes - 13.6 MB

Struggling with debt and don't know where to start? This is a podcast for teachers who are worried about debt. Get help paying off debt with a simple 7 step plan. It will show you how to pay off debt fast, including credit card debt and personal loans. Your Money Sorted teachers' podcast offers simple financial help for teachers, so if you would like a life free from debt why not listen in today?  Start your journey to financial wellbeing right now.   Step 1: Check out my fabulous free...

003 How to quickly pay off debt on your teaching salary

June 17, 2021 19:57 - 14 minutes - 13.6 MB

Struggling with debt and don't know where to start? This is a podcast for teachers who are worried about debt. Get help paying off debt with a simple 7 step plan. It will show you how to pay off debt fast, including credit card debt and personal loans. Your Money Sorted teachers' podcast offers simple financial help for teachers, so if you would like a life free from debt why not listen in today? 

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