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BA Q&A: You Gotta Do What You Gotta Do ft. Tina

Both of our faves are in studio this week for the BA Q&A! Listener Tina is an overwhelmed real estate agent who needs advice on how to get her life back in order. She needs intense advice on how to pay off debt and get her finances together. Mandi and Tiffany gives her great advice on how to save money and how not to be hard on herself. We judge ourselves based on our ages often and the ladies tell us exactly why we shouldn't do that.We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 30, 202224 min

Ep 339: People Come For You But They Stay For Each Other

Tiffany is joined by Dr.Aiko and they have a great conversation about how to build a community! Tiffany explains how to build a community off of digital media and how not to depend on social media. Then, Tiffany talks about the sacrifices she made to build her business in the beginning! To end the episode, Tiffany breaks down the importance of having mentors, peers, and mentees!We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 28, 202220 min

BA Q&A: Unemployed But Inspired ft. Miyokee

Tiffany is solo for this week's BA Q&A. The budgetnista breaks down the pros and cons of starting a non profit business and she warns us that you can get voted out of a business you started! Some of the benefits of a non-profit are getting sponsors and partnerships but Tiffany also gives tips on how get funding with having an llc. To finish, As always, Tiffany gives great advice on how to build community and build a company.We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 23, 202220 min

BA Q&A: What to Know Before Sending Your Kid to College

Hey BA Fam! This week, listener Carolyn Jones needs advice ahead of sending her daughter off to college for the first time. She joins Mandi and Tiffany in the virtual BA studio for key financial tips on how to navigate through this new phase of life. Plus, how first year college students can begin learning how to budget money. We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 21, 202224 min

BA Q&A: Optimizing the Paying Rent Experience?

In this BA Q&A, a listener wants to know if they should open up a custodial Roth IRA for their kids. Tiffany's been there done that, and breaks it all down. Then, is there a way to optimize the whole "paying rent" experience? Find out how to make your rent work in your financial favor.We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 16, 202210 min

Ep 338: The Season of Allowing

With the holiday season in full swing, Mandi and Tiffany take a moment to reflect on the end of the year -- and why it's the perfect time to let go, wind down, and simply allow things to come in to your personal space. Plus, how to handle grief during the holidays, and the importance of connecting with your loved ones.We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 14, 202233 min

BA Q&A: Emergency Savings Is A Safety Net ft. Shauntae

In this BA Q&A, Shauntae wants to know if she should put her savings in a high yield savings account or ETFs. Tiffany warns her about investing her emergency savings! The Budgetnista also schools us on how much money we should have in our emergency savings based off of our career path.We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 9, 20229 min

Ep 337: Increase Can Come From Decrease ft. Kevin Kidd

The infamous "listener Kevin" joined Tiffany to discuss how to deal with finances in a marriage! Kevin speaks about how transformative Mandi and Tiffany's advice was on how to help his wife. Tiffany completely opens up about how she handled finances in her own marriage and spills all the tea for the BA fam. The two also have a great conversation about boundaries and safe words in a relationship.We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 7, 202237 min

BA Q&A: I Want A Black Realtor...Am I Racist?

Mandi and Tiffany are back with this week's BA Q&A!First, Listener Big Booty Judy, is concerned that her new accountant is unprofessional and sloppy. Mandi tells her to follow her gut and to not ignore the red flags! Tiffany warns us about the best way to handle confidential information when dealing with accountants. Then, a listener wants to know if it's racist that she wants a black realtor. Mandi gives her the green light and Tiffany breaks down what "racism" actually means.We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 2, 202214 min

Ep 336: Economy Reality Check

The ladies kick-off this episode by giving us a recap of their holiday weekends. Mandi threw a 3rd birthday party for her son and Tiffany was on the Jennifer Hudson show!Then, our financial besties tell us about all of the signs of the recession, Tiffany's advice is to save our money and hunker down. Tiffany also talks about a scary message she received about owing taxes and Mandi warns everyone not to let the recession make them feel stuck in their career.For this week's Brown Boost Brown Break, Tiffany boosts for learning how to apply lashes. Mandi boosts for Richard Fierro who was the hero in a recent mass shooting. Here's the link to support his business!https://www.atrevidabeerco.com/We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 30, 202236 min

BA Q&A: Mama Ain't Raise No Fool

Mandi Money is back with a solo Q&A!First, a frustrated listener wrote in to ask if she should quit working for her mom. Ya'll can probably guess the advice we got from the Queen of quitting. Then, a new business owner is overwhelmed with clientele and wants advice on how to handle everything.We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 25, 202221 min

Ep 335: You Don't Have to Have All the Answers ft. Marceia Cork

Tiffany is solo this week to answer one of your BA Q&As! One of Tiffany's special mentees wants advice on how to grow her podcast and grow her business. Tiffany gives her great tips on how to maximize her community. Tiffany then, stresses the importance of unlearning the lies we tell ourselves about being successful.We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 23, 202219 min

BA Q&A: To Incorporate...Or Not To Incorporate ft. Gabrielle Reid

Mandi and Tiffany are in the studio for this week's BA QA! The ladies are joined by an incredible listener, Gabrielle Reid.Gabrielle is an actor in New York and wants to know if she should incorporate or not. Tiffany starts off by giving her all of the benefits and disadvantages of starting a business. Then, Our favorite career coach, Mandi schools us about opening up a "solo 401k." This episode is packed with good information on incorporating for anyone who's interested in starting a business.We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 18, 202227 min

Ep 334: There's No Such Thing As A Stable Job

Our favorite career coach is riding solo for a career BA QA today!First, a pregnant listener wants to know how to prepare for a baby in the career space. Mandi breaks down the truth about maternity leave and gives this mommy great advice on how to find career success while expecting.Then, a listener wants to know if she should keep a job that's not serving her out of fear. Mandi gives her the approval to free herself, trust herself, and to not move in fear.We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 16, 202228 min

BA Q&A: Make Your Money Inconvenient

Both of our financial besties are back for a BA Q&A!First, a listener wants to know the best practices to save towards a home down payment. Tiffany gives us great advice on how to make your savings "inconvenient".Then, a listener who is going through a divorce needs major financial advice on how to start completely over. Mandi gives her great advice on how to prepare a resume and how to prep her savings. Tiffany gives her a lesson on forgiving herself.We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 11, 202217 min

Ep 333: The Market Determines The Value

Both of our financial besties are back with a packed episode. In this week's catch up, Mandi shares her experience on the Today Show, where she spoke about the pay transparency law. Then, Tiffany gives us the run down on her trip to Dubai.Tiffany also gives us the full scoop on her house buying journey and drops major tips on how to determine a home's value. Then, Mandi warns the BA fam about layoffs and gives great advice on how to prepare for it with professional resiliency.For this week's boost or break, Tiffany boosts for taking more time off next year and giving herself space. Mandi boosts for finishing her book proposal, "Quit Your Way Rich". Who else can't wait for Mandi's book?!We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 9, 202245 min

BA QA: Is Crypto A Trick Or Treat?

For today's BA Q&A, Mandi is Solo with her special guests Delyanne Barros and Marc Russell.First, a listener wants to know what is happening with student loan forgiveness! Delyanne is optimistic about it and tells everyone not to panic, which leads to an interesting conversation about politics. Then, a listener wants to know how to budget for the holidays. Marc gives great advice on how to set up a "holiday fund" and how to save money for the holidays!The trio plays a little game called "trick or treat" where Mandi gives a financial topic and they discuss if it's a trick or treat. They end this episode by discussing inflation and how it's effecting them.Sign Up For The "Nail Your Negotiation Class"https://event.webinarjam.com/register/27/lggrwhy6We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 4, 202231 min

Ep 332: A BA Halloween Special

In this special Halloween treat, Mandi went live on YouTube with Marc Russell and Delyanne Barros! The trio discussed their scariest money moments and their favorite Halloween memories.Delyanne tells a touching story about moving to Portugal and they had a great conversation about setting boundaries and saying no. They end this episode by talking about retirement funds, 401ks, and Vanguard!Sign Up For The "Nail Your Negotiation Class"https://event.webinarjam.com/register/27/lggrwhy6We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 2, 202235 min

BA Q&A: The Jump Into Entrepreneurship

A listener calls in to our financial besties and wants entrepreneurship advice! Leah is a mom, a nurse, and business owner and needs some help organizing her plans. The Budgetnista gives her great advice on how to budget her personal income to help her business and Mandi gives her some great advice on how to make extra money! This is an awesome episode to listen to for people interested in starting a business.We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 28, 202216 min

Ep 331: The Best-Case Scenario Within The Worst-Case Scenario

Tiffany kicks off this episode by telling her exciting news! The Budgetnista is buying another house and lets the BA Fam in on all of the details. As she gives us the inside scoop of her new home buying journey, she breaks down finances and the way she's handling all of her business!For this week's Boost or Break, Mandi boosts for fighting her home appraisal! Tiffany boosts "The Budgetnista Law" being passed through the Assembly committee, so only a few more steps before it gets passed officially.We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 26, 202240 min

BA Q&A: Start The Revolution..Or Don't ft.Ana

We have our first BA Q&A guest listener episode! Listener, Ana, calls in to ask how to spark change at her workplace.She feels like they aren't hiring black nurses and when she brings this up to upper management, she's met with defensiveness. Our career and finance besties give her the best advice.We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 21, 202213 min

Ep 330: Drowning In All The Opportunities ft. Diversity Inclusion Expert, Aiko Bethea

In this week's catch up, Tiffany is healthy and gives us an update on her experience being on Ryan and Kelly! She also fills us in on how she celebrated her birthday. Mandi made some upgrades to Mandi Money makers that we are very excited about. Then, the ladies give us a quick lesson on rest, saying no, and taking breaks.Then, we are joined by Diversity Inclusion expert, Aiko Bethea. Aiko talks about being a leadership expert and why it's important to focus on leadership. She wants us to be sure not to put the world on our backs and get stressed out trying to save everyone. Then, the ladies get into a deep conversation about rest and taking care of ourselves. They end the episode by speaking about other black people trying to connect through struggle and poverty.We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast.Keep Up With Aiko here.https://www.rarecoaching.net/Aiko Instagram@rare_coachPower: The Rise of Black Women in Americahttps://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/power-charity-c-elder/1140976235 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 19, 202254 min

BA Q&A: Non-Profit Doesn't Mean Broke

Mandi Money is riding solo for this week's BA Q&A. Get well soon Tiffany!First, a listener writes in and needs advice for her sister. She's been working the same job for twenty years and thinks that it's time for a change! Mandi, our favorite career coach, gives her PLENTY of advice on how to advance in her career.Then, a listener needs advice on how to do salary negotiations even when working for social services. Who better to answer that question than our queen negotiation expert? Mandi gives her all the tips and tricks on how to get that bag!We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 14, 202214 min

Ep 329: Caught Up In The American Dream ft. Actor/Storyteller Christopher Rivas

Tiffany kicks off the episode by sneezing and coughing, Oh no! Unfortunately, Tiffany is under the weather after her fabulous company trip to New Orleans. The ladies do a quick catch up and Tiffany logs off to get some much need rest. Feel better Tiffany !After the break, we are joined by the illustrious Christopher Rivas. Christopher Rivas is quickly becoming one of the most sought after multi-hyphenates as an actor, author, podcaster, and storyteller. He will soon release his book Brown Enough, which explores what it means to be Brown in America.Pre-Order Chris's book "Brown Enough' here!https://www.christopherrivas.com/bookWe want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 12, 202249 min

BA Q&A: I Just Found Out My Salary Was a Lie

The ladies are back to answer your juicy career questions!First, a listener has a serious dilemma. She has a new job opportunity with amazing benefits but is concerned about taking it because she's trying to get pregnant. Unfortunately, her maternity leave won't kick in for a year, so, she asked our financial besties for advice.Lastly, a frustrated listener is being underpaid! She agreed to a 38k a year salary and has only been making 36k. Then, she wants to know if she should freelance secretly to make more money on the side even though her boss is unaware.We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 7, 202224 min

Ep 328: Your Boundaries Are Your Responsibility

Mandi kicks off this episode by recapping the panel she hosted at the Congressional Black Caucus. Then, Tiffany explains taking her team on a trip and how she handles giving out bonuses! Tiffany also shares with the BA Fam what she looks for in a mentor and what's most important to her.For this week's Boost or Break, Tiffany breaks for people not respecting her boundaries in her home- then boosts for her bonus daughter's 16th Birthday Trip. Mandi boosts Rihanna performing at the Super Bowl!We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 5, 202243 min

BA Q&A: I Spent My Emergency Fund..Now What?

The ladies are back for a classic BA Q&A!First, listener "Suzie Carmichael" feels a little uneasy about spending her savings on home repairs. Tiffany and Mandi gave her great advice on how to handle it.Then, a serial job hopper wants to know what to do with all of her Roth RIA accounts. Tiffany tells her roll it over! If you want to find your missing money, checkout https://www.missingmoney.com/.We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 30, 202220 min

Ep 327: How To Finesse A Credit Card ft. DasiaSaysSo

Tiffany kicks off the episode by talking about her birthday trip to Dubai which leads to an awesome conversation about traveling by yourself. Then, the ladies discuss budgeting while on vacation. They also give great tips on how to get the most out of your credit card benefits.This episode we are joined by Tiffany's mentee, Dasia Langaigne. Dasia did an awesome book review on "Get Good With Money" that went viral on TikTok! Dasia is a student, business owner, and a Tiktoker on the side. Dasia gives great advice to aspiring entrepreneurs.We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast.Follow Dasia!IG: dasia_32TikTok: dasiasaysso Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 28, 202241 min

BA Q&A: Tiffany Is In The Hot Seat

Tiffany teaches us a masterclass on how to launch a New York Times Best Seller! This episode includes every single thing you need to know including buying domains, building community, text message marketing, email marketing and so much more. Even though Tiffany is a master mind at book promotion, this awesome advice will be helpful to anyone launching anything.We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 23, 202255 min

Ep 326: Things Are Thinging

What happens when you sell your home for over a million dollars? What do you do with this new money? Even though it's a good problem to have, it's not something to drag your feet on! Tiffany's friend has this dilemma, and the ladies break down exactly what she should do as a new millionaire.Then, Mandi shares her excitement about her negotiation masterclass! In this FREE Virtual Masterclass, You'll Learn How To:​​​​​​​ Negotiate without doubt and anxiety Brand yourself to attract the juiciest job offers. Figure out exactly what to ask for before you negotiate. Nail the interview so they practically throw money at you. Rock the counteroffer and leave no crumbs behind! Go secure your spot now at https://event.webinarjam.com/register/21/wggwoh9.For this week's Brown Boost Brown Break, Mandi boosts for the new movie "Woman King." We love Viola Davis over here at Brown Ambition, so be sure to go see her new movie. Tiffany boosts for taking zinc to improve skin -- then boosts for black women not overworking themselves.We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 21, 202246 min

BA Q&A: Mandi Is In The Hot Seat

This week, Tiffany grills Mandi on negotiation tips!Tiffany has been lowballing herself and it's time to raise her prices. Mandi gives incredible advice on how to determine your worth and how to reach out to your peers and ask questions. If you struggle with negotiating, this is the perfect episode for you.Be sure to checkout mandimoneyscripts.com and get your negotiation guide today.We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 16, 202234 min

Ep 325: The Ugly Parts of A Legacy

Tiffany starts the episode by talking about her successful premiere party for her Netflix documentary "Get Smart With Money." Then, Mandi recaps her time at FinCon and said Brown Ambition got a lot of love! The ladies share their interesting history with FinCon and Mandi speaks about a powerful moment she had with "Women of Color" podcasters.For this week's Brown Boost Brown Break, Tiffany breaks and discourages anyone from being critical of the disenfranchised people who are airing their grievances surrounding the monarchy. She then goes on to explain the specific effect that their legacy left on her family during/after the Biafran war.Mandi boosts for her new negotiation guide! Be sure to check it out now at www.mandimoneyscripts.com and learn plenty of helpful negotiation tips.We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 14, 202232 min

BA Q&A: Shady and Underpaid

Your financial besties are back to answer your juicy questions.First, listener "Shady" wants to know if she should start a business similar to the company she already works for. Mandi gives her great advice on how not to stir up the pot at work!Then, listener "Theo" got a great job offer but feels guilty about leaving his current job after only being there six months. Tiffany and Mandi encourage him to do what's best for himself.We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 9, 202224 min

Ep 324: Netflix and Negotiation Superstars

Tiffany kicks off this episode by recapping her exciting Vegas trip! She treated her sisters to front row tickets to the Usher residency and they had a blast. Then, she expresses her excitement about her new Netflix documentary "Get Smart With Money." Be sure to check it out.The ladies then reflect on their early Brown Ambition days and share some sentimental memories. They also discuss the Tabitha Brown controversy and Tiffany shares some of the nasty realities of the entertainment industry.For this week's Brown Boost Brown Break, Mandi boosts about her new negotiation guide! Be sure to check it out now at www.mandimoneyscripts.com and learn plenty of helpful negotiation tips. Tiffany boosts for raising her rates and knowing her worth.We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 7, 202251 min

BA Q&A: Take Care Of Your Older Self

The ladies are back to answer your juicy finance questions.First, listener "Trudy" writes in and needs advice on how to save money on a $60,000 salary. Tiffany and Mandi give their special tips on the best techniques to save money.Then, listener "Unsure" has serious concerns and questions about her 401k . Lastly, a listener wants to know if they should max out their Roth IRA before investing in a brokerage account. As always, our financial besties give them the best advice.We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 2, 202223 min

Ep 323: Tiffany's Church Announcement

We have a Brown Ambition Church Announcement!Tiffany's Netflix documentary, "Get Smart With Money," comes out September 6, 2022. Be sure to watch the trailer and add it to your watchlist.Then, the ladies break down the student loan relief plan and how that's going to help us moving forward. Mandi also encourages everyone to checkout studentaid.gov/debtrelief to get all of the details for yourself.For this week's Brown Boost Brown Break, Tiffany boosts for Nigeria banning white models in all advertising which leads to a conversation about skin bleaching. Then, Mandi boosts for Lizzo's inspirational speech at the VMAs.We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 31, 202231 min

BA Q&A: Don't Quit Your Way Miserable.

Your financial big sisters are back to answer your juicy career questions.First, listener Steph writes in because she has a job offer from her current company's competitor and needs advice on how to handle it. Mandi gives her brilliant advice on how to use her leverage to get more money and weigh her options.Then, listener Sarah wants to know the ladies' opinion of the "over-employment" movement -- leading Mandi and Tiffany to warn her about burnout and to encourage everyone to find a gig that will benefit your skill set.We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 26, 202214 min

Ep 322: 99 Problems, Home Appraisals Is One!

Tiffany starts the episode by showing off her Webby Award that finally came in the mail. The ladies then celebrate their Webby Award win again and share their excitement about their Plutus Award nomination.Your financial besties also warn you about internet safety and how to be cautious about posting online. Plus, Mandi shares a humbling moment she had after catching a flat tire.For this week's Brown Boost Brown Break, Mandi breaks for racist appraisers in the housing market and boosts for "The Read Podcast" coming back with a breakdown about Beyonce's new album. Tiffany boosts for her IG Live with "Financial Times" and her starring part in a Netflix documentary called "Get Smart With Money."Bill A5146We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 24, 202228 min

BA Q&A: I'm Drowning In Debt!

Your financial sisters are back to answer your juicy questions!First, a listener writes in who has a lot of medical debt and desperately needs advice. The ladies do not disappoint with their answer. Then, a very frustrated listener writes in about her personal student loan debt and feels that she'll never pay it off. Of course, Mandi and Tiffany give them the best advice and resources to help!We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 19, 202216 min

Ep 321: The Cost Of Turning Kids Into Cash Cows.

This week, Mandi and Tiffany talk all about bad parenting on the internet -- and why laws need to be created for kids online.Tiffany also talks about setting boundaries in business and making hard decisions to achieve happiness. For this week's Boost or Break, Tiffany breaks because of Covid, while Mandi boosts the new data from the Great Resignation -- which proves that you can quit your way rich!We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 17, 202242 min

Brown Ambition Presents CNN’s Diversifying “Negotiating Your Way to Success”

The pandemic has made a lot of us realize we’re worth more than we’re getting paid at work. While our attitudes toward compensation may have changed, the best way to level up hasn’t: negotiating. It’s not as scary as it sounds! In this episode of CNN’s Diversifying, host Delyanne Barros talks to Mandi Woodruff-Santos about knowing your value and how to ask for more – from signing bonuses to leadership opportunities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 15, 202223 min

BA Q&A: Keep Your Hands Off Your Retirement Fund.

Your financial besties are back to answer your juicy finance questions.First, a listener wants to know if she should take money out of her retirement fund to start a food truck business. Mandi and Tiffany give their expert advice on why they think this is a horrible idea.Then, listener Ken writes in to say he's drowning in debt and needs advice on how to pay off debt and boost his credit score. As usual, the ladies do not disappoint with their answer!We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 12, 202219 min

Ep 320: Employment Is Up Baby!

This week, .Tiffany kicks things off with a recap about her time at Invest Fest, Also, it turns out Mandi was right about the jobs report -- employers added half a million jobs this year.The ladies then break down the "Inflation Reduction Act," and what it really means for your bottom line.And for this week's Brown Boost Brown Break, Tiffany breaks due to Covid, while Mandi boosts for jobs -- with an extra nod to Viola Davis's memoir.We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 10, 202223 min

BA Q&A: Chase Harmony, Not Balance.

The ladies are back to tackle your juicy finance questions.First, we've got an update from "Frustrated Husband". He originally wrote in, asking for advice on how to encourage his wife to take a promotion. Mandi and Tiffany gave him expert advice and he wrote in to give an update!Then, a lawyer writes in and wants advice on choosing between doing what she loves for less money or working for the big corporations and making that bag.Lastly, "Ad Girl" wants advice on how to show off at work without overextending yourself and how to keep a good work life balance !We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 5, 202225 min

Ep 319: Give Me The Lump Sum!

Fresh off of our YT live, the ladies are back with life and financial updates!They discuss the Billion-dollar lottery and what they'd do with the money, overspending at target, the horrible teacher shortage, and the Usher residency in Vegas.For this week's boost and break, Tiffany boosts working with her bonus daughter to produce her TikTok videos. Mandi boosts a new podcast called "Rubirosa". It's a podcast that explores the life of Rubirosa, the man who inspired the character of James Bond.We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 3, 202235 min

BA Live Special: Survival Tips For A Recession.

On this special edition of Brown Ambition, the ladies went live on YouTube for the first time ever!Mandi Woodruff and Tiffany Aliche react to the latest news about the U.S. economy. Winners of The Webby Award for the Best Business podcast, they offer advice on what you can do to survive a recession.Here's the YouTube link in case you missed it.https://youtu.be/flvtcUu8oE0We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 29, 202243 min

Ep 318: No Jail, But No Heaven Either!

Tiffany's clip about paying for mentorship went viral last week and the ladies break it down even further today!Mandi and Tiffany talk about their own mentorship businesses and how they make sure their mentees get what they came for. Tiffany also shares how much she paid for her business coach and how much it helped her .For this week's boost or break, Mandi chooses "break" over the sesame street racism controversy. Tiffany chooses "boost" over this new book she's been reading, "The 12 Week Year: Get More Done in 12 Weeks than Others Do in 12 Months."Check It Out Herehttps://www.amazon.com/12-Week-Year-Others-Months/dp/1118509234Subscribe to Cumulus Podcast On YouTube and Checkout Mandi and Tiffany on YouTube Live, July 28th at 12pm EST for Recession Day!https://youtu.be/flvtcUu8oE0We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 27, 202239 min

Ba Q&A: The Mentorship Scam.

The ladies are back to answer your hard hitting questions!First, a listener is in a challenge with financial influencers and isn't sure if she should pay for an expensive mentorship or not. Tiffany then goes on a rant about scammers in the black and brown community !Lastly, a listener needs advice on personal branding and how to position herself to find a new job. Mandi gives her excellent advice on how to stand out on linked in.Subscribe to Cumulus Podcast On Youtube and Checkout Mandi and Tiffany on Youtube Live, July 28th at 12pm EST for Recession Day!https://youtu.be/flvtcUu8oE0We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 22, 202219 min

Ep 317: What's Your Wealth Identity? ft. Dr. Pamela Jolly

This week we are joined by wealth strategist and author, Dr.Pamela Jolly.This episode is all about black business and discovering your "wealth identity". Dr.Jolly gives great tips on how to prepare your business for the future, advice on hiring, and the difference between a lifestyle business/ legacy business.Be sure to pre-order her book!"The Narrow Road"www.pamelajolly.comSubscribe to Cumulus Podcast On Youtube and Checkout Mandi and Tiffany on Youtube Live, July 28th at 12pm EST for Recession Day!https://youtu.be/flvtcUu8oE0We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 20, 202245 min

BA Q&A: Is 7 Bank Accounts Too Much?

The ladies are back to answer your hard hitting questions and this week is all about MONEY!A listener wants to take a loan from her 401k to pay off debt, so, Mandi and Tiffany give their expert advice on why this isn't a great idea.Lastly, a confused listener has seven bank accounts and wants to know how to consolidate them. Tiffany said she's never getting rid of her accounts !We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at [email protected] or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 15, 202216 min