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It's my birthday month, so I'm celebrating with you by reminiscing over the six money lessons that I wish I would've learned sooner (so hopefully you don't have to make the same mistakes). What You'll Learn The power in building buckets of wealth and what to do with your oh sh*t fund Some of the biggest money lessons I learned from people who are very wealthy The one mindset trick I use to get me in a better money mindset How to ditch the money guilt complex and feel good about earning more money Understanding the relationship between risk and reward Why I love having a July birthday :) Links Sign up for my weekly email newsletter, Let's Talk Money, and get exclusive tips, suggestions, how-tos, and more delivered to your inbox every Monday. Podcast Sponsor Get unlimited access to EVERY MasterClass, and as a Millennial Money listener, you get 15% off the Annual All-Access Pass! Go to MASTER CLASS.com/MYMONEY for 15% off MasterClass. SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! 👉 Sign up for my weekly LET’S TALK MONEY email newsletter. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're *almost* to the midpoint of 2020. With all that is going on, it feels like a good time to do a little refresher on your credit score, what to do with your stimulus check, and other great money tips to help you get through this year. As our guest, Lauren Silbert, the VP, General Manager of The Balance says, literally no one could’ve predicted what is going on right now in the world and the financial impacts it would have. If anything, that should give you a little sense of relief to let go of any negative thoughts you’re having about why you did or didn’t make certain money choices before a global pandemic and focus no on what you can do going forward. What You'll Learn How to give yourself a break around money right now The difference in the economy between 2008 and 2020 (and why this matters) What to do with your stimulus check if you haven't already spent it How to focus on building up your cash reserves What you need to know about your credit score Tips to avoid identity theft with your stimulus check and more Links The Balance Lauren Silbert on Instagram Episode Sponsors Get unlimited access to EVERY MasterClass, and as a Millennial Money listener, you get 15% off the Annual All-Access Pass! Go to MASTER CLASS.com/MYMONEY for 15% off MasterClass. SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Go behind the scenes of the podcast and sign up for our free monthly emails. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

OK, question for you…where is your money right now? We tend to overlook the place that our money is hanging out at, aka our bank, but where your money at is probably more important than how much you’ve got in your account. Your banking partner should be just that, a partner, helping you grow, flourish and achieve your money goals. Tamar Atamian, VP of Marketing from Wescom Credit Union, is back on the show to talk about why your relationship with your bank matters, what makes credit unions stand out in 2020, and how to figure out if your bank has your back. What You'll Learn Why your relationship with your bank matters How to evaluate your bank The difference between credit unions and traditional banks How Wescom Credit Union has served their customers during the pandemic What to look for in a bank (hint, it's more than the accounts they offer) Links Wescom Credit Union Wescom on Instagram Wescom on Twitter Podcast Sponsor Get unlimited access to EVERY MasterClass, and as a Millennial Money listener, you get 15% off the Annual All-Access Pass! Go to MASTER CLASS.com/MYMONEY for 15% off MasterClass. SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Go behind the scenes of the podcast and sign up for our free monthly emails. ASK SHANNAH Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here GET SOCIAL · Shannah on Twitter · Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you have a financial plan? One that will get you where you are to where you want to financially post coronavirus and quarantine life. Don’t panic if you’re shaking your head no, this episode will soothe your soul. Ande Fraizer, CFP, author of Fin(anci)ally Free and CEO of myWorth, is sharing the secrets you need to know to put together your post coronavirus financial plan. What You'll Learn Ande's three-step system to put together your post Coronavirus financial plan How to look at your numbers without fear and acknowledge where you're at Why you need to create your money to-do list How to spot opportunities in current spending that you can use towards savings or goals Ways to develop a plan for your savings Ande's tips on finding a side hustle in the virtual world Links myWorth Finance fin(anci)ally free book myWorth Academy Podcast Sponsor Get unlimited access to EVERY MasterClass, and as a Millennial Money listener, you get 15% off the Annual All-Access Pass! Go to MASTER CLASS.com/MYMONEY for 15% off MasterClass. SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Go behind the scenes of the podcast and sign up for our free monthly emails. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What is next? That is the #1 question that you might be asking yourself. Maybe you're just out of college, or 2020 has you rethinking literally every area of your life. In this episode, author of What Next? Your Five-Year Plan After College, and journalist Elana Lyn Gross, shares her tips to figure out how to reset when your life and career don't go as planned. What You'll Learn How to create a five-year plan for career, finances, wellness and relationships Best practices for finding a job in any economy Elana's journey to finding her what next Ways to balance goals with self-care How Elana launched a best-selling book during the global pandemic Links Elana's website What Next book About Elana Elana Lyn Gross is a journalist whose writing has been published in Forbes, Fortune, Fast Company, Entrepreneur, Business Insider, Glamour, Cosmopolitan, Elle, Women’s Day, Good Housekeeping, Allure, Women’s Health, Teen Vogue, Well+Good, and many more. She is also the author of the popular personal and professional development site, ElanaLyn.com. She has a master’s degree in journalism from Columbia University and lives on the Upper West Side. Episode Sponsor Get unlimited access to EVERY MasterClass, and as a Millennial Money listener, you get 15% off the Annual All-Access Pass! Go to MASTER CLASS.com/MYMONEY for 15% off MasterClass. SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Go behind the scenes of the podcast and sign up for our free monthly emails. ASK SHANNAH Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here GET SOCIAL · Shannah on Twitter · Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever heard of furniture flipping? My guest today Whitney Hansen, host of the Money Nerds podcast, is the Queen of Side Hustling. She recently started furniture flipping - finding a low-cost piece of furniture online and then selling it for a higher price - and is earning over $500 extra each month. Side hustles are one of the best ways to better your bank account. Whitney shares the how-to's behind furniture flipping in this episode as well as her love for personal finance and why she thinks your relationship to money matters more than you might think. What You'll Learn What is furniture flipping How furniture flipping can help you achieve your money goals Side hustle tips from Whitney How Whitney has transformed her life with side hustles Why your relationship with money matters The best places to put extra cash from side hustles Links Money Nerds podcast Whitney Hansen's website Whitney Hansen on Facebook Facebook Marketplace Hibid Podcast Sponsor Get unlimited access to EVERY MasterClass, and as a Millennial Money listener, you get 15% off the Annual All-Access Pass! Go to MASTER CLASS.com/MYMONEY for 15% off MasterClass. SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Go behind the scenes of the podcast and sign up for our free monthly emails. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I had a chance to sit down with my friend Brian "BT" Terrell from BREAUX Capital to talk about racism, the difference between creating a neighborhood and a community, the injustices in the financial industry, and BT’s work with BREAUX Capital, the first Fintech company advancing the financial health of Black Millennials with social banking. What You'll Learn BT's five-step system to move from a neighborhood to a community (and work to end racism) The steps we need to take as a community at large to end racism The power of financial education in the African American community How to build true wealth according to BT What steps you can take today to change the economics in your family Links BREAUX Capital BREAUX Capital on Instagram Wealthy Gardener by John Soforic The Money Tree by Chris Guillebeau Work your Money, Not Your Life, Roger Ma Passive Income, Aggressive Retirement, Rachel Richards Happy Money, Ken Honda Holistic Wealth, Keisha Blair Plant Your Money Tree, Michele Schneider Franklin Fi, Shane Dillon Invested, Danielle Town Broke Millennial, Erin Lowry Episode Sponsor Thank you to MasterClass.Get unlimited access to EVERY MasterClass, and as a Millennial Money listener, you get 15% off the Annual All-Access Pass! Go to MASTER CLASS.com/MYMONEY for 15% off MasterClass. SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Go behind the scenes of the podcast and sign up for our free monthly emails. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do you transform your life? I say this about a lot of podcast episodes, but this is an all-time favorite. Dr. John Soforic teaches us in his new book, The Wealthy Gardener, timeless money success principles, and the lessons you need to know to plant money seeds and change your life. As John says, “we reap what we sow” so we must have consistent intentionality and make good choices with the money we have. What You'll Learn What is important about talking about prosperity John talks about the power of setting impossible goals John's journey to becoming financially free after being in over $200K in debt Strategies to build passive income How to think about wealth from a larger perspective Timeless money lessons you can use every day Links The Wealthy Gardener book John's website Episode Sponsor Big thanks to MasterClass for sponsoring this episode. Get unlimited access to EVERY MasterClass, and as a Millennial Money listener, you get 15% off the Annual All-Access Pass! Go to MASTER CLASS.com/MYMONEY for 15% off MasterClass. SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Go behind the scenes of the podcast and sign up for our free monthly emails. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What is the number secret to money success? It’s your mindset. I know that might not be what you want to hear, but my friend, it is oh so true. In today’s bonus episode we’re flipping the mic and my friend Sherry Mattson, who is an entrepreneur, actress and the voice of the Millennial Money intro, is interviewing me on the power of your mindset and the who, what, when, where and why behind our product, the Money Mindset Journal. Links Money Mindset Journal (through June 3rd) Sherry Mattson SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Go behind the scenes of the podcast and sign up for our free monthly emails. ASK SHANNAH Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here GET SOCIAL · Shannah on Twitter · Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This a reboot episode from May, 2019, but chalked full of great info that I think is even more important now than a year ago. There are podcasts, and blogs, and articles and apps all giving you tips and strategies for your money and then there are so many places for your money to go – paying off debt, saving to build your er fund, college funds for kids, buying your first house, going on a trip to Europe to eat gelato in Italy. But there’s only so much money to go around. Today’s guest, David Waldrop, is a friend of the podcast who has been on the show in the past He’s a CFP® and has so many great tips to help you build a stronger financial foundation, including these 5 easy steps to improve your finances. What You'll Learn: Why it's easier to start with easy money steps What he thinks is the top money step that everyone must do Why you shouldn't overlook giving yourself a raise and how to do it What the most overlooked money step is and why it's important What he would tell his 30 something self about life and money Links: The Astute Advisor David's YouTube Channel SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Want to have a cup of coffee this week on us? Leave a review in iTunes and email a copy of your review to [email protected]. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social · Shannah on Twitter · Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you know that you have the power you have to create your own financial destiny? As our podcast guest, Chris Guillebeau says, you are never at the mercy of fortune as long as you have an appetite for hard work and a willingness to step outside your comfort zone. Chris Guillebeau is the New York Times bestselling author of The $100 Startup, Side Hustle, The Happiness of Pursuit, and his new book, The Money Tree. During a lifetime of self-employment that included a four-year commitment as a volunteer executive in West Africa, he visited every country in the world (193 in total) before his 35th birthday. What You'll Learn How to plant your money tree Why you should focus on earning extra money without quitting your job How to create a pathway of self-reliance and financial freedom Will the gig economy survive the global pandemic Money lessons from Chris' new book The Money Tree ...and much more Links The Money Tree book About Chris Side Hustle School podcast Podcast Sponsors Thanks to Policygenius for sponsoring this episode. Thanks to the Money Mindset Journal for sponsoring this episode. SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Go behind the scenes of the podcast and sign up for our free monthly emails. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Life would be so much better if someone just magically Venmo’d you a bunch of cash right now. How amazing would that be if you checked your bank account and suddenly had some extra cash? Since our fantasy of a magical money tree might not be a reality, here’s a bonus episode about smart money moves you can take right now. The best news, these are some money moves that millionaires make and you don't have to be one to take advantage of them. PODCAST SPONSORS Thanks to Policygenius for sponsoring this episode. Thanks to the Money Mindset Journal for sponsoring this episode. SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Go behind the scenes of the podcast and sign up for our free monthly emails. ASK SHANNAH Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here GET SOCIAL · Shannah on Twitter · Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Let's talk about credit cards. It's easy to get a credit card, but wow, they sure can cause a lot of emotional stress and a monkey wrench in your money plan. This pandemic has shown that it’s both good to have credit cards because who saw this thing coming, but also that you need a strategy to win at the credit card game. Beverly Harzog, the Credit Card Expert for U.S. News & World Report, is here to pull back the curtain and share the credit card secrets you need to know. What You'll Learn What can you do if you are having trouble paying your credit card minimum payment Steps to take to pay down credit card debt How to think about credit cards (should you love them or hate them) How do credit cards play into your overall credit score How to figure out what credit cards are best for you Ways to avoid paying late fees and annual fees Can you use your credit card and avoid paying for car rental insurance Links Beverly Harzog on U.S. News & World Report Beverly's books Podcast Sponsors Thanks to Policygenius for sponsoring this episode. In just a few minutes you can find your best price for life insurance online and apply at Policygenius dot com. Thanks to the Money Mindset Journal for sponsoring this episode. To buy the journal on Kickstarter head to bit.ly/mmjkickstarter. SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Go behind the scenes of the podcast and sign up for our free monthly emails. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Being financially well off isn’t about earning 50% more in your job, winning the lottery or coming into a ton of cash. It’s the everyday small amounts of money you can save here and there and then routing that towards your expenses and goals. You may remember Jay Klauminzer, CEO from one of my very fav apps Raise, on previous episodes. He’s back on this mini episode to talk about creative ways to save money on everyday essentials. Links Raise Honey Ebates/Rakuten Thanks to episode sponsors Policygenius Money Mindset Journal SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Go behind the scenes of the podcast and sign up for our free monthly emails. ASK SHANNAH Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here GET SOCIAL · Shannah on Twitter · Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our guest on the show, Ash Ambirge, an internet entrepreneur, speaker founder of the Middle Finger Project, which is both her blog and the title of her first book, asks a very powerful question. What are the things you’re doing just because they make sense? Sometimes you can be doing the thing that makes sense, but it still makes you miserable. Why not try doing the things that make you curious – maybe, just maybe, that’s the missing link to true wealth in life. What You'll Learn Why taking risks is so important to your success The power behind quitting often Ash's Hot Dog Theory of Money How to figure out what you have to offer the world (and make money at it) Ways to be brave in everyday life Links The Middle Finger Project The Middle Finger Project book The Middle Finger Project on Facebook The Middle Finger Project on Instagram Episode Sponsors: Thanks to Policygenius for sponsoring this episode. In just a few minutes you can find your best price for life insurance online and apply at Policygenius dot com. Thanks to the Money Mindset Journal for sponsoring this episode. To buy the journal on Kickstarter head to bit.ly/mmjkickstarter. SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Go behind the scenes of the podcast and sign up for our free monthly emails. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s easy to chase someone else’s version of life when you don’t know what you want yourself. I’ve been guilty of this myself, what about you? What would it feel like to have your money come alongside the vision you have for your life in a really powerful way? I’m so excited to have my friend and fellow CFP, Roger Ma, on this episode to talk about his new book, Work Your Money, Not Your Life and help you find the path to create a vision for your life and figure out the steps you need to take to make that happen. What You'll Learn What is the idea behind working your money and not your life Why Roger says everyone should have a side hustle (or two) How to think about investing during a global pandemic Why achieving goals is about what you spend and not always what you make Action steps to take today to work your money, not your life Links Work Your Money, Not Your Life Book Roger Ma, CFP Podcast Sponsors Thanks to Policygenius for sponsoring this episode. In just a few minutes you can find your best price for life insurance online and apply at Policygenius dot com. Thanks to the Money Mindset Journal for sponsoring this episode. To learn more head to helloitsmeco.co/launch. SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Go behind the scenes of the podcast and sign up for our free monthly emails. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's your Sunday Pep Talk. You've probably heard of the Sunday Scaries, but did you know you could also suffer from a case of the Money Scaries? Those times in your life when you are feeling anxious, nervous, and fearful about your money. Those are the Money Scaries. I've lived for years with the Money Scaries and have learned a few things about calming the storm. The first thing you should know is that just about everyone suffers from the Money Scaries. I've worked with people with a lot of money and people with a small amount of money and one that that is certain, they've all suffered from the money scaries. Focus on the thee A's: Awareness & Acceptance, Action, and Applause. This episode is dedicated to everyone who might be feeling, like me, a case of the Money Scaries. SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Go behind the scenes of the podcast and sign up for our free monthly emails. ASK SHANNAH Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here GET SOCIAL · Shannah on Twitter · Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alright, ladies, I'm talking to you right now. There are a lot of complications we all face with our money, we live longer, we start and stop working, we earn less, and right now, more women are seeing the financial impacts of losing their jobs or watching their small business struggle. This episode is all about empowerment. Ernie Johannson, Group Head, North American Personal & Business Banking, BMO Financial Group, joins us to about women and the financial confidence gap and powerful strategies to overcome this gap. What You'll Learn What is the financial confidence gap The 4 t's that women do well that can help overcome this gap How can women come out of this time in history and thrive financially What you should do right now if you have insecure income How to think about money in the current environment Links BMO on Twitter BMO on Facebook Ernie on LinkedIn Forbes: 12 Women Changing the Money Industry Emily's face masks on Etsy Podcast Sponsors Thanks to Policygenius for sponsoring this episode. In just a few minutes you can find your best price for life insurance online and apply at Policygenius dot com. SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Go behind the scenes of the podcast and sign up for our free monthly emails. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What will our economy look like after the coronavirus quarantine has left us? Will we bounce back to how we were before, economy booming, most of us fully employed, taking trips and spending money, or will our economy be forever changed? These are questions that I keep thinking about over and over and don't have the answers for yet. However, our guest in this episode, Kari an economist and the voice behind the Money in Your Tea blog, will get to the bottom of these burning questions. What You'll Learn What is the economic impact of the Coronavirus What economic factors do you need to pay attention to How the economy directly impacts your bank account How this time in history compares with other recessions What does it mean to be in a recession (and are we in one) The global economic impact (and why you should care) Links Money In Your Tea blog What Everyone Should Know About Economics Will COVID-19 Cause a Global Recession SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Go behind the scenes of the podcast and sign up for our free monthly emails. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How did Jedidiah Collins, a seven-year NFL veteran, go from running the ball on the field to educating millions about personal finance and writing his first book, Your Money Vehicle? It may seem like a strange transition, but Jed realized the importance of financial literacy early on in his NFL career and knew he wanted to dedicate his life to spreading financial literacy. You’ll hear his powerful story and learn the money lessons that Jedidiah says you need to master in this special episode. What You'll Learn Jedidiah's story of going from the NFL to financial planning The first thing Jedidiah bought with his NFL salary What most sports athletes get wrong about financial planning Why financial literacy is a must for everyone The money lessons Jedidiah thinks you need to master Jedidiah's tip for thriving during a global pandemic Links Your Money Vehicle book Jedidiah's website Jedidiah on LinkedIn SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Go behind the scenes of the podcast and sign up for our free monthly emails. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When a crisis hits, like the world-wild Cornavirus crisis, it's time to get focused on your budget. Admittedly, I'm not a huge fan of the word "budget" but desperate times call for desperate measures. In this bonus episode, I'll share seven things you need to know to budget during a crisis (and really any time). You'll Learn Why you need to focus on your spending rather than saving Why a budget is a fancy word for a plan How to create an easy system to manage your money each week My 1, 2, 3 happiness expense plan How to use PostIt notes to help you manage your money Homework to set three money goals for the next 30 days SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Go behind the scenes of the podcast and sign up for our free monthly emails. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Unemployment, job loss, and an uncertain economy are all the facts we face around the world right now. However, I don’t want any of that to leave you feeling hopeless. There has never been a better time to learn how to negotiate your salary and make a career change without taking a salary cut. Our guest, Adunola Adeshola, a millennial carer strategist, is bringing you the tips you need to make that happen (no matter what is going on in the world). What You'll Learn The freedom from being a job quitter What is a career strategist and why do you need one How to make a career change without taking a pay cut How to negotiate for what you're worth What to say when someone asks what your salary requirements are The do's and don'ts in a job interview Adunola's career strategy from PR to career expert Links Adunola's website Adunola on Instagram Adunola on LinkedIn Adunola's articles on Forbes SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Go behind the scenes of the podcast and sign up for our free monthly emails. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's true; passive income is the name of the game. At only 27 years old, former financial advisor Rachel Richards has made a name for herself in the personal finance realm. In 2019, Rachel quit her job and retired, with over $10,000 per month in passive income! She is the bestselling author of “Money Honey” and “Passive Income, Aggressive Retirement” and shares what you need to know to start building passive income right now – yes, even in self-quarantine. Use this time to get new skills and start building some passive income. What You'll Learn What is passive income and how can you get some How Rachel became a real estate investor with 35 units by 27 Rachel's #1 secret to publishing your own book Why passive income isn't always so passive Why you need passive income now more than ever Links Rachel's website Rachel on Instagram Money Honey book Passive Income, Aggressive Retirement book SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Go behind the scenes of the podcast and sign up for our free monthly emails. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I’m not sure there is anyone around the world that doesn’t know about COVID-19 at this moment. I'm praying that it hasn’t affected you or your family. It would be a gross misstep if I didn’t dedicate an episode to Coronavirus and its impact on your money. So that’s what we’re going to do – not with fear, but with information and facts to help you navigate these strange waters. Joining me on this episode is Laurie March (from a previous podcast episode) and Michele Schneider, from MarketGuage and author of Plant Your Money Tree. What You'll Learn How this current economic crisis compares to the 2008 global crisis Mish's suggestions of what to do and not to do with your investments Key trends to watch out for in the next few weeks Laurie shares how to prepare for an emergency - what you need to stock up on from a previous podcast episode How to keep a good money mindset in the midst of this crisis SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Go behind the scenes of the podcast and sign up for our free monthly emails. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

April, you’re right around the corner my friend, and that means it's time to file your taxes. Not to worry, I’m bringing you my yearly episode about taxes to help you get prepared and ask all your burning tax questions. Joining us on this episode is Milton Rodriguez, a millennial tax expert and Enrolled Agent to break it all down for you. What You'll Learn How the recent tax changes might impact your tax filing What to do if you've made a mistake filling your taxes The difference between deductions and tax credits How to handle your taxes as an entrepreneur Should you file online or hire an accountant Milton's story and his love for taxes Links Pacific Pier Tax How to file your taxes for free Ultimate Guide to Doing Your Taxes SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Go behind the scenes of the podcast and sign up for our free monthly emails. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Life is known for throwing money curveballs when you least expect them (and are usually unprepared for them). You may recognize the name, Sharon Epperson. She’s CNBC’s Senior Personal Finance Correspondent, author of the book The Big Payoff, and the first woman of color to report on the commodities market. Life was great until Sharon suffered a brain aneurysm that almost took her life and her career. It was at this moment that Sharon knew she had to redesign how she wanted to live her life and teach others how to prepare for those money curveballs. What You'll Learn Why we need to prepare for money curveballs (and how to know what curveballs to prepare for) The action you can take today to financially prepare for curveballs Sharon's story of suffering a brain aneurysm and how she has since re-evaluated her life The power of a post-recovery mindset Sharon's money story of making her way to CNBC and a champion for financial literacy Some of the money lessons Sharon has learned along the way that are impactful Ask Shannah: What should I do with my inheritance Links Invest in You: Money 101 Invest in You: Ready, Set Grow Sharon Epperson profile Sharon Epperson Twitter Get Money podcast SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Go behind the scenes of the podcast and sign up for our free monthly emails. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alright, let’s get real here. Are you making six figures but still using your parents' Netflix Login? Are you spending more money at Starbucks than you’re saving into your 401(k)? If you answered yes, you might be what’s called a HENRY- that is a high earner, that is not yet rich. In today’s episode, Gideon Drucker, a millennial and is a third-generation advisor at his family’s wealth management firm, Drucker Wealth in NYC, is dropping some serious knowledge about what being a HENRY might mean for your future and what can you do now to own your future. What You'll Learn What is a HENRY and how to avoid being one How do you begin to make money shifts if you are a HENRY What are we getting wrong with our thinking about finances Gideon's three-bucket money approach that will change your life The only number that Gideon says matters in terms of your financial future How Gideon went from a paratrooper to a CFP Links Drucker Wealth Contact Gideon How to Avoid HENRY Syndrome: Financial Strategies to Own Your Future SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Go behind the scenes of the podcast and sign up for our free monthly emails. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's a fact, side hustling has been around for centuries. Whether it’s investing in real estate or building a business or flipping houses there are a ton of ways to side hustle. The idea of making extra or passive income is in fact one of the key pillars of wealth building. So the side hustle is here to stay. The trick is to figure out how to make money with your side hustle. Enter Nicaila Matthews Okome. You may know her as the host of the Side Hustle Pro podcast or her course Podcast Moguls. In this episode, Nicaila is sharing her secrets to build a side hustle empire. What You'll Learn How to make money with your side hustle Side hustle secrets Nicaila's story of side hustling her way into a top-rated podcast and business Why some side hustles fail How to find the right side hustle for you Links Side Hustle Pro podcast Podcast Moguls course How to Easily Create a Budget Budget the Right Way episode Budgeting Sucks, No One Has a Plan, But You Can episode Get a Life You Love on a Budget You Can Afford episode SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Go behind the scenes of the podcast and sign up for our free monthly emails. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What is about budgets? For whatever reason, we've believed 5 lies about budgets that just aren't true. In this bonus 5 Minute Friday episode ,I'm breaking down the 5 budget lies that you need to know to get in a better relationship with your budget. If you enjoyed this bonus episode, subscribe and share it with a friend that needs to hear this episode. SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Go behind the scenes of the podcast and sign up for our free monthly emails. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get social · Shannah on Twitter · Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When it comes to couples and money there are two issues: #1 you don't want to talk about money with your partner, and #2 you think you are always right. No wonder why money is one of the main reasons that most couples get divorced. Casey and Meygan Caston, the creators of Marriage 365, are here to share how you can avoid those nasty money fights, get on the same money page, and have a thriving relationship. They share their real-life story of battling through $200,000 in debt, almost getting divorced, to now running a global business that is all about creating happy relationships. It's safe to say they know a thing or two about healthy relationships. What You'll Learn The story of how Meygan and Casey battled through massive debt and the brink of divorce What are the key components of a healthy marriage Ways to avoid fighting about money so you can finally get on the same page How to play to your strengths in a relationship Why they decided to start Marriage365 and how they help couples around the world Affordable ways to have a date night and keep the flame alive How to battle through those sticky moments as a couple Links Marriage365 Marriage365 Instagram Happily Ever After premarital course SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Go behind the scenes of the podcast and sign up for our free monthly emails. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Life always has a way of directing you to where it wants you to go. Our guest, entrepreneur Natalie Franke, thought she would just go to college and become a neurologist when life threw her a curveball and she found out you had a brain tumor. Her story ends well – she took this lifestyle change in stride, became a successful wedding photographer, started the Rising Tide Society which was acquired by HoneyBook in 2015, all at the age of 25. Natalie believes that finding clarity in life and your finances can be achieved once you learn how to tap into your genius zone. What You'll Learn Natalie's story of learning she had a brain tumor and how that changed her career path How to find your genius zone and how that brings clarity in life Why Natalie decided to start the Rising Tide Society How HoneyBook became an integral part of her personal and financial story What you need to know before you start a business What Natalie is doing to help other female entrepreneurs have equal rights Links HoneyBook Rising Tide Society Natalie on Instagram Natalie's website SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Go behind the scenes of the podcast and sign up for our free monthly emails. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

According to Dictionary.com, a mindset is the ideas and attitudes with which a person approaches a situation, especially when these are seen as being difficult to alter. To achieve success with your money, you must learn how to master your money mindset. I thought it might be fun to wrap up the month doing a little mashup of some of the most impactful ideas over the last month to remind you that mastering your mindset is well within your reach. Not to mention, the benefits of doing so will be felt in every area of your life from your relationships, to your career, your relationship with yourself and of course your money situation. What You'll Learn How to create holistic wealth with Keisha Blair Make your money happy money with Ken Honda Learn to overcome life's setbacks with Michaela Renee Johnson My top tips to master your mindset Why your money mindset is so important to your success Links Make Your Money Happy with Ken Honda Turn Your Stumbling Blocks Into Stepping Stones with Michaela Renee Johnson How to Create Holistic Wealth with Keisha Blair SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Go behind the scenes of the podcast and sign up for our free monthly emails. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

No matter your gender, you most certainly know of or have worn a sports bra. In this episode, I have the most eye-opening, inspiring, entrepreneur 101 crash course conversation with Lisa Lindahl, author of the book Unleash the Girls: The Untold Story of the Invention of the Sports Bra and How It Changed the World (& Me), and the creator of the original, very first, sports bra. Lisa shares her story of how she took an idea and turned it into an entire industry, without a business background. If you’ve ever wanted to create something, this episode will inspire you to take that leap. What You'll Learn How to be fearless with your ideas How Lisa recognized a problem in her life and created a product to change that Why you don't need a business degree to run a business (but you do need a business plan) How to cultivate a good mindset as an entrepreneur The power in asking yourself the question "Who am I" The moment that almost changed everything for Lisa and Jogbra Links Unleash the Girls book About Lisa Lindahl SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Go behind the scenes of the podcast and sign up for our free monthly emails. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I think January is so interesting. It’s the month that as my guest Julie Voris, an online fitness and nutrition coach says, we want to do all the things and the reason we don’t, it’s because we don’t commit to the choice. We give up somewhere between Jan 1 and Jan 31. But getting yourself healthy isn't just about losing weight, but it’s about forming good habits, getting your blood flowing so you can think better, have more energy, and spur on some good juju so you can tackle your goals. Thankfully, Julie is here to show you how you can get yourself healthy on any budget. What You'll Learn Why being healthy is about so much more than how much you weigh How to incorporate exercise and good nutrition on any budget The mental benefits of working out How Julie cultivated a career around exercise and nutrition What are some easy ways to workout at home Ways to figure out what eating plan is right for your body How to change your mindset around exercise and nutrition Links Julie Voris website Julie Voris on Instagram SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Go behind the scenes of the podcast and sign up for our free monthly emails. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As our guest, Ken Honda author of the book Happy Money says, "Money is energy. It can be happy or unhappy." So I’m curious, is your money happy, does it smile back at you, because it really should. Ken is a legend in Japan. He’s japan’s bestselling zen millionaire, and his best selling book, Happy Money: the Japanese Art of Making Peace with Your Money is a MUST read. Alright, now that I piqued your interest, let’s hear from Ken what exactly is happy money. What You'll Learn How to determine if your money is happy or unhappy The difference between the Japanese way and the U.S. way of handling money Why most people are in a deeply unhappy relationship with money How Ken Honda decided to focus his effort on the concept of happy money Practical ways to handle your emotions around money Links Happy Money book Ken Honda's website Ken Honda's Instagram SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Go behind the scenes of the podcast and sign up for our free monthly emails. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I’m throwing my hands in the air and telling you straight up that I love to shop – but I equally love finding a good deal and feeling like I’ve won at ballin’ on a budget. That means I need a little strategy behind my shopping. I asked Trae Bodge, our resident smart shopping expert, to dish everything you need to know how to shop smart and save money all year long. What You'll Learn How and when to find the best shopping deals Ways to cultivate a good mindset around shopping Are shopping apps and coupons worth your time Does price matching actually work Should you buy online or in-store for the best deals How to think about shopping once you're debt-free Trae's secret tips to save money all year long Links Trae's website Trae on Instagram Trae on Twitter Book of the Month January's pick: Holistic Wealth by Keisha Blair SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Go behind the scenes of the podcast and sign up for our free monthly emails. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I discovered a secret a long time ago that I want to let you in on. The power of therapy – not only for things like relationships, or anxiety, or depression but also for things like money. Therapy is a great tool to help you figure out why you do or do not make certain money decisions. So in this episode, I head straight to the therapy couch with Terry Ladow to find out how you can heal your habits, your heart, and your mind and spur on some money mental fitness. What You'll Learn What is therapy Why I'm so passionate about therapy What can you expect to do in a therapy session Why would you choose to go to therapy or see a counselor What are some of the benefits you can expect from therapy How therapy can help your money mindset Alternate forms of therapy if you can't afford traditional therapy How to find a good therapist Why we all need to communicate more and how you can incorporate that in your daily life Links Talkspace online therapy Terry Ladow's email - [email protected] Calm meditation app Get Rid of Debt (with Michael Bovee) SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Share this episode with someone that you think needs to hear this message. Go behind the scenes of the podcast and sign up for our free monthly emails. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How we view life’s inevitable setbacks can have a profound effect on our overall well-being. After all, crumbling under the weight of disappointment isn’t nearly as productive as finding a way to be happy with a new reality — even when that reality is beyond anything we could have imagined. Michaela Renee Johnson is sharing her profound story of turning life’s stumbling blocks into stepping stones on this episode and how you can do the very same thing. What You'll Learn Michaela's journey from living in an upscale area in Sacramento to a 27-ft trailer in the Sierra Nevada mountain range How to survive stumbling blocks Strategies to turn any stumbling block into a stepping stone for the future The scoop behind Michaela's book, Teetering on Disaster The power of your money story and how you can re-create yourself Links Teetering on Disaster book Michaela's website SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Go behind the scenes of the podcast and sign up for our free monthly emails. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I want you to imagine a life where you are financially savvy and independent, living with purpose and generosity while inspiring others. Keisha Blair, the author of the book Holistic Wealth, is our guest on this episode and she’s dishing life lessons to help you find purpose, prosperity, and happiness in your life right now. What You'll Learn What is holistic wealth The 6 laws that govern holistic wealth Kiesha's story of finding holistic wealth after the tragic death of her husband Actionable steps to bring holistic wealth in your life How to live an abundant life with purpose Episode Sponsor Thanks to our episode sponsor You Need a Budget. You Need A Budget is an award-winning software and a proven budgeting method—that works. Gain total control of your money. Stop living paycheck-to-paycheck, get out of debt and save more with YNAB. Stop stressing about money and start your FREE 34-Day trial of YNAB today by going to ynab.com/millenial. Book Club of the Month For January, we’re reading Keisha Blair’s book Holistic Wealth 32 life lessons to help you find purpose, prosperity, and happiness. Head to the show notes for a link to purchase your copy on Amazon and start your journey to cultivating a holistic wealth mindset. SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Go behind the scenes of the podcast and sign up for our free monthly emails. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I think Kermit the Frog said it best, "Life’s like a movie. Write your own ending." So what do you want your movie to look like? It’s 2020, and that means it’s time to set some money intentions for the year that you can achieve, that will change your life, that have you looking back at 2020 in awe of all the amazing things you’ve done. What You'll Learn How to change negative emotions around money Powerful ways to set intentions for 2020 Why intentions matter more than resolutions Why you need to create a "wouldn't it be cool if" list How to create a list of your top three intentions and strategies to achieve them SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Go behind the scenes of the podcast and sign up for our free monthly emails. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New Year’s resolutions don't work, it's a proven fact. So why would you waste time or energy making resolutions? I’ve got a better plan I’m going to share with you in today’s episode. According to U.S. News, 80% of New Year's resolutions fail by February. And, in a poll that was taken in 2017, 53% of people said their resolution was to save money and 45% was to lose weight and get in shape while 25% of people said they just wanted to have more sex. Ok, well those aren’t bad resolutions, right. But they don’t stick. So what can you do – you’ve got to have a different plan for success – and it’s not about resolutions it’s about action. What You'll Learn How to relax into the new year without a laundry list of resolutions Why resolutions don't work How to set goals and make an action plan that will work How to embrace you in the new year Why you should be thankful for the past and move on SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! If you loved this episode, don’t forget to share it with your friends on your favorite social channel and tag @shannahgame. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I’m so excited to have back on the show our resident investing guru Michele Schneider. She’s sharing 9 investing megatrends that you need to know for 2020 and a whole lot of investing info to help you know where to put your money next year. You might remember Michele who wrote the book Plant your Money Tree and was on an earlier episode this year. I’m so in love with her book – I keep it as one of my staples on my nightstand and come back to when I need a good investing refresher. What I love about Michele and her advice is that she talks to us like we’re human and really explains the complex terms. What You'll Learn The 9 investing megatrends Michele says you need to pay attention to How to spot a megatrend How to research a megatrend How to think about investing past your 401(k) and IRA Michele scoops her upcoming book Links Plant Your Money Tree book Michele on Twitter MarketGuage SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Go behind the scenes of the podcast and sign up for our free monthly emails. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever had those moments when you know you’ve got some extra cash in your bank account and then you aimlessly spend it all while thinking, "I know there was some good reason I was saving this money?" This episode reboot is all about creating a plan to upgrade areas of your life where you spend the most amount of time because, without a plan, that extra cash will likely be spent on stuff you don't really need. What You'll Learn Why I decided to upgrade four areas of my life where I spend the most amount of time How to create a plan for upgrading your life based on your budget My 25%-50% rule that I use whenever I get extra cash How spending money where you spend your life can help bring balance to all areas of your life How to figure out what areas of your life need some upgrading Links Casper Mattress Avocado Mattress The best mouse ever SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Want to have a cup of coffee this week on us? Leave a review in iTunes and email a copy of your review to [email protected]. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I’m curious, how you feel about networking? For most of us, the idea of networking can be fear-inducing. The good news is you now have permission to throw out the old-school networking rules. As our guest, Charles Ruffolo The NetworKing says, the key to networking your way to success isn’t really about you, it’s about what you can give. What You'll Learn The five basic steps to networking Why you can throw out elevator pitches for good How Charles stepped into networking and turned it into a business Ways to get people to remember you How to use networking to help you financially Charles' #1 rule when it comes to networking Links The NetworKing Charles on YouTube Charles on Twitter SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Go behind the scenes of the podcast and sign up for our free monthly emails. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you've never taken a look at a credit union, now is the time. Credit unions are a cooperative banking system meaning they exist literally to give back to their members. Get this, there are over 9,000 credit unions in the U.S. One of the things that makes me so excited is that credit unions are non-profits. They pass profits back to members in terms of lower fees and better rates. You may remember Tamar Atamian, VP of Marketing and Advertising from Wescom Credit Union, from an episode in October, and we are back for part 2 to help you fall in love with credit unions and uncover why credit unions might just be better than banks. What You'll Learn What is a credit union What makes credit unions different from traditional banks How credit unions pass profits back to members How you can join Wescom credit union Why credit unions like Wescom give back to the community How to find and join a credit union Links Wescom Credit Union Tamar Atamian on LinkedIn What Would You Give Up to Get Rid of Debt podcast episode Episode Transcript SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Go behind the scenes of the podcast and sign up for our free monthly emails. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You’ve got only a few more days to enroll for open enrollment for health insurance in 2020. However, no matter when you’re listening to this episode, you’re going to love this guide to hacking health insurance with Cosmopolitan Deputy Lifestyle Director Ashely Oerman. Ashley is breaking down what you need to know and how to save some bucks in the process, like her great tip on whether to choose an HMO or PPO (hint, there’s more gems like this one in the episode). What You'll Learn How to figure out whether you should have a PPO or an HMO (and Ashley's $84K trick) What a health savings plan is and why you might want one The biggest lessons Ashley learned putting together her guide to hacking health insurance Tricks to help you save money on your monthly premium Ways to save money on prescription drugs Career and money advice from Ashley Links Cosmo's Smart Girl's Guide to Hacking Health Insurance Open enrollment guidelines Ashley on Instagram Ashley's website SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Go behind the scenes of the podcast and sign up for our free monthly emails. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I've got a question for you. What would it feel like to be debt-free, to start over from a blank page, to not have that stress and worry hanging over you? I would imagine pretty good – but becoming debt-free takes time, some tips and tricks and as Michael Bovee says, it’s all about getting to know ourselves. Michael is a debt expert and co-founder of Resolve a company that helps people in financial distress navigate their way to financial health. In this chat, Michael shares ways to pay down debt, the nitty-gritty about debt settlement and the ins and outs of filing for bankruptcy. My rule is there is no room for judgment when it comes to debt – life happens, things happen, let this episode be a tool you can use if you or anyone you know find themselves making debt payoff a top resolution for 2020. What You'll Learn What do consumer debt levels continue to rise Is all debt bad debt? Some practical ways to get out debt beyond the snowball and avalanche methods What you need to know about debt settlement What you need to know about bankruptcy How student loans are treated in bankruptcy What to do with medical debt Links Resolve Michael's bio SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Go behind the scenes of the podcast and sign up for our free monthly emails. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I’m normally not a big fan of separating women from men when it comes to money, however, I am a strong supporter of creating a new language around investing for women. Why, because, as our guest, Amanda Holden, aka the Dumpster Doggy says, "there’s a lot of femme shaming when it comes to money, how we’re spending and investing it and well, we just don’t process information the same way, but that’s a good thing." So let’s drop the bs and get some solid investing advice from someone who is committed to changing the way women invest. What You'll Learn Why Amanda is passionate about teaching women what they need to know without the bs The story behind Amanda's successful blog, The Dumpster Dog Blog Money blindspots women have and how to avoid those How to win at investing even if you are a newbie Why learning about investing is critical Links Invested Development course (use code millennial for $50 off) The Dumpster Dog Blog Amanda on Instagram SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Go behind the scenes of the podcast and sign up for our free monthly emails. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We all have a money story. A way in which we grew up thinking about money, either consciously or unconsciously and our money story has power over the choices we make and don’t make with our money. Our podcast guest, Dr. Daniel Crosby, a psychologist, and a behavioral finance expert says that behavioral changes around money are tough because we all think our money story is normal because that’s all we know. So then the real question is, how do we create real change with our money? What You'll Learn How powerful are brains are when it comes to money Why your money story is a critical part of your success How you can balance the fear of investing with the need to invest Why Daniel decided to write his latest book, The Behavioral Investor How you can override your money story and create a new one Links Daniel on Twitter The Behavioral Investor book Daniel on LinkedIn SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Go behind the scenes of the podcast and sign up for our free monthly emails. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Six letters – BUDGET – probably one of the most despised combinations of letters in the English language, but that’s because you’re thinking about it all wrong. A budget isn’t a set in stone document that is some formal decree telling what you can and can’t spend your money on. In fact, in this reboot episode, you'll learn how to create a budget, and why I'm giving you permission to throw out your budget with a few simple caveats. What You'll Learn Understand why you despise the process of budgeting first What questions to ask yourself to get in a better money mindset Why setting goals is the key to achieving financial success So many tips on how to win at budgeting and tracking your money each month My easy 1-2-3 system of budgeting Why you need to be in the driver's seat when it comes to your spending (your future will thank you) Sharing my own story and struggles with budgeting SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! If you loved this episode, don’t forget to share it with your friends on your favorite social channel and tag @shannahgame. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices