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058: Building A Business From The Bottom Up With Dr. Jacqueline Schaffer

Here's another episode for my clever girl entrepreneurs and aspiring entrepreneurs! My guest today is Dr Jacqueline Schaffer, a medical doctor, #1 international best selling author and the founder of an incredible skincare line called Schique. Dr Schaffer started her business with zero back ground in business and figured it out along the way to create an incredible business. On this episode we talked about how she started from the bottom to grow her business, what she did it, her challenges and successes, building a team, her advice to aspiring entrepreneurs, her favorite business tools and so much more. You can keep up with Dr. Schaffer via her website at http://www.jacquelineschaffer.com/ For the books, tools and resources mentioned in this episode, visit the main show notes page here: https://www.clevergirlfinance.com/podcast-episodes/building-a-business-from-the-bottom-up-with-dr-jacqueline-schaffer If you haven't already, be sure to subscribe to the Clever Girl Finance Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud or Stitcher. Check out her skincare line at https://schique.com Follow her on Instagram at instagram.com/drjacquelineschaffer and also on YouTube via her Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZQPVpJ4Kam_6CDlVmpmN2Q Get the Clever Girl Finance Business Planner we talked about at https://www.clevergirlfinance.com/products/clever-girl-finance-business-planner Do you follow Clever Girl Finance on Instagram yet? You should! https://www.instagram.com/clevergirlfinance Ready to get accountable? Join the Clever Girl Finance Accountability Program over at https://www.clevergirlfinanceacademy.com

Nov 28, 201750 min

057: Joanne Paid Off 49k Off Debt In 18 Months!

Do you think 18 months is a long time? If you knew you could be debt free in 18 months what would you do to get there? On this episode of the podcast Joanne Maye Wetzel shares how she and her husband paid off over $49,000 of debt in less than 18 months while only making between $50,000 - $60,000. We talked about how and why they chose to get aggressive with their debt (which consisted of student loans, a car note, a personal loan, medical bill and taxes) in order get it out of their lives as quickly as possible. For instance, Joanne donated her eggs (yup!), worked as a waitress and her husband delivered pizza. Joanne is currently a freelance makeup artist and hairstylist and is starting over in her career at the age of thirty. From working with women of all ages and backgrounds, Joanne has recognized the need for encouragement and inspiration in our daily lives. For 2018, Joanne is working to land into the world of small business consulting and digital marketing for female entrepreneurs--helping women streamline their businesses so they can focus on what they do best! In her personal life, Joanne is obsessed with clean beauty (she has been part of the Beautycounter mission for the past three years!), yoga, her pups, Lucy + Sox, pastries, Prosecco as well as date nights with her husband, Michael. The podcasts Joanne mentioned: The Dave Ramsey Show - http://bit.ly/2jIwJ0o Motivation to Move Podcast - http://bit.ly/2iAGsCp The TED Radio Hour - http://n.pr/2mK0m2u You can find more about Joanne at her website www.joannemaye.com or on social media platforms @joannemaye Do you follow Clever Girl Finance on Instagram yet? You should! https://www.instagram.com/clevergirlfinance Ready to get accountable? Join the Clever Girl Finance Accountability Program over at https://www.clevergirlfinanceacademy.com Be sure to subscribe on www.clevergirlfinance.com too!

Nov 20, 201733 min

056: Flanice Saved Over $100k For Retirement Before 30 & Beat Breast Cancer!

On this episode I talk to Flanice Lewis. She is a money coach, breast cancer survivor and all round amazing woman who has made great strides on her journey to financial freedom: - She bought first house at 23 with no outside help - She saved over $100,000 for retirement before 30 - She reached an 800+ credit score before 30 - She has managed to beat breast cancer without having to finance any of her bills - AND she intends to get to a million in cash and assets in the next 4 years We get into her personal story growing up poor, how and why she choose to pursue building wealth, her progress so far, her dreams and ambitions and how she was able to beat breast cancer without derailing her financial goals including the decisions she made around her insurance. You can keep up with her on Instagram @lalasupreme5 and via her Facebook Page at https://www.facebook.com/flanice.lewis For the books, tools and resources mentioned in this episode, visit the main show notes page here: https://www.clevergirlfinance.com/podcast-episodes/flanice-saved-over-100k-for-retirement-before-30-beat-breast-cancer If you haven't already, be sure to subscribe to the Clever Girl Finance Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud or Stitcher. Get access to my free resource library on http://www.CleverGirlFinance.com Check out the Clever Girl Finance YouTube Channel at http://YouTube.com/CleverGirlFinance Do you follow Clever Girl Finance on Instagram yet? You should! https://www.instagram.com/clevergirlfinance Ready to get accountable? Join the Clever Girl Finance Accountability Program over at https://www.clevergirlfinanceacademy.com

Nov 17, 20171h 1m

055: Getting Started With Stock Market Investing With Guest Tela Holcomb

On this episode I talked with Tela Holcomb about how to get started with investing including some key things you need to know if you have your money invested in the stock market. We discussed our favorite investing platforms, if you should invest if you have debt, steps to take to get started with investing and more. Tela Holcomb is a trading and investment coach. She has been independently trading and investing in the stock market since 2009. By consistently applying her system of trading and investing, Tela more than doubled her retirement account in 8 months and achieved financial freedom and retirement choice in 3 years. Her mission is to show that anyone can learn the stock market when it's put in plain English. You can learn more about Tela on her website at http://www.telaholcomb.com and check out her courses at https://courses.telaholcomb.com/?affcode=27229_88tjb2xe For the books, tools and resources mentioned in this episode, visit the main show notes page here: https://www.clevergirlfinance.com/podcast-episodes/getting-started-with-stock-market-investing-with-guest-tela-holcomb If you haven't already, be sure to subscribe to the Clever Girl Finance Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud or Stitcher. Do you follow Clever Girl Finance on Instagram yet? You should! https://www.instagram.com/clevergirlfinance Ready to get accountable? Join the Clever Girl Finance over at https://www.clevergirlfinance.com Be sure to subscribe on www.clevergirlfinance.com too!

Nov 13, 201736 min

054: How Monica Paid Off $120k Of Debt In 2 Years!

On this episode, I'm talking with Monica Louie. She's an amazing FB marketing expert and a personal coach of mine (which we get into on the podcast) who has an amazing story. She and her husband paid off $120k of debt in 2 years without making 6 figures (She shares the actual income they earned while doing this) and they are on track to pay off their mortgage in 4 years which will allow them to be debt free by age 40! Get Monica's Facebook marketing freebie at monicalouie.com/bola and be sure to check out her course at https://flourishwithfbads.com/ref/Bola/ You can also keep up with Monica on her website: Monicalouie.com and via her Facebook Group: Monicalouie.com/facebook. Do you follow Clever Girl Finance on Instagram yet? You should! https://www.instagram.com/clevergirlfinance Ready to get accountable? Join the Clever Girl Finance Accountability Program over at https://www.clevergirlfinanceacademy.com Be sure to subscribe on www.clevergirlfinance.com too!

Nov 10, 201738 min

053: How To Get Out Of A Money Funk & Some Holiday Season Motivation

Have you caught yourself saying or thinking "wow - this year is almost over" and then feeling somewhat deflated about not begin able to fully accomplish all your goals? We'll I'll tell you this...IT'S NORMAL. Yes the year is almost over and yes, perhaps not every goal will get accomplished according to plan, however you should still review and, if needed, reset your mission regardless and this time of year is the perfect time to do it. The holiday season can be so distracting, so you need to make sure that your focus is on point. That being said, on this episode I'm sharing 3 quick tips to help you get out of that funk as well as some holiday season motivation so you don't get sidetracked. Do you follow Clever Girl Finance on Instagram yet? You should! https://www.instagram.com/clevergirlfinance Ready to get accountable? Join the Clever Girl Finance Accountability Program over at https://www.clevergirlfinanceacademy.com Be sure to subscribe on www.clevergirlfinance.com too!

Nov 9, 20177 min

052: Let's Talk About Financially Sound Wedding Planning! - With Guest Maggie Germano

My guest today is Maggie Germano, she is a certified financial education instructor (CFEI), a money coach and the founder of maggiegermano.com who at the time of this recording, is in the process of planning her own wedding! On this episode, We had a great conversation where we exchanged notes on her experience so far with wedding planning being newly engaged and I shared my retrospect on my experience planning my own wedding several years ago. If I could go back in time to when I was planning my wedding, this would have been excellent advice to help me out in the process. We talked about sticking to your wedding budget, maintaining your sanity while wedding planning, what's worth spending money on and what isn't, how to avoid conflict with your significant other and so much more. Maggie's website is https://www.maggiegermano.com For the books, tools and resources mentioned in this episode, visit the main show notes page here: https://www.clevergirlfinance.com/podcast-episodes/podcast-episode-52-lets-talk-about-financially-sound-wedding-planning-with-guest-maggie-germano If you haven't already, be sure to subscribe to the Clever Girl Finance Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud or Stitcher. Do you follow Clever Girl Finance on Instagram yet? You should! https://www.instagram.com/clevergirlfinance Ready to get accountable? Join the Clever Girl Finance Accountability Program over at https://www.clevergirlfinanceacademy.com Be sure to subscribe on www.clevergirlfinance.com too!

Nov 3, 201750 min

051: Walking In Purpose + Being Successful With Your Finances & In Business With Tonya Rapley

On this episode I had a great conversation with Tonya Rapley on how to be successful with your personal finances and in your business. We talked about her personal story and the makings of her business My Fab Finance and what it took for her to launch it. We also talked about her relationship and managing money with her significant other, what it really means to walk in purpose, as well as having compassion and grace in business. Alongside Tonya's personal story we discussed business, personal finance and relationships in general for instance things like who you need to have in your corner, dealing with difficult times, dealing with difficult people, staying grounded and managing money with your partner and more! Tonya's websites are TonyaRapley.com and Myfabfinance.com For the books, tools and resources mentioned in this episode, visit the main show notes page here: https://www.clevergirlfinance.com/podcast-episodes/walking-in-purpose-being-successful-with-your-finances-in-business-with-tonya-rapley If you haven't already, be sure to subscribe to the Clever Girl Finance Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud or Stitcher. Do you follow Clever Girl Finance on Instagram yet? You should! https://www.instagram.com/clevergirlfinance Ready to get accountable? Join the Clever Girl Finance Accountability Program over at https://www.clevergirlfinanceacademy.com

Oct 30, 201739 min

050: Taking A Scientific Approach To Building Wealth + A Ton Of Money Tips With Dr. Maria James

Have you ever looked at your finances from a scientific perspective? Well, My guest today is Dr Maria James and she is founder of pocketofmoney.com. Not only is she a real life scientist (you'll hear us talk about her amazing career on this episode) but she is also a money scientist who provides financial advice for professionals and entrepreneurs. In this episode, we dig into how to look at your finances objectively from a scientific perspective and Maria also shares her personal money story with us too. We also talk about emotions and money, overcoming financial challenges and key things that we as women need to be doing for our long term financial success and you'll also learn about one of my very odd money tendencies lol. Keep up with Maria via her site at PocketofMoney.com Check out Maria's non profit: http://hwhn.org Find her on all social media under the handle @PocketOfMoneyLLC Do you follow Clever Girl Finance on Instagram yet? You should! https://www.instagram.com/clevergirlfinance Ready to get accountable? Join the Clever Girl Finance Accountability Program over at https://www.clevergirlfinanceacademy.com

Oct 23, 201748 min

049: High Net Worth vs. High Income, A $55 Million Tax Return & More! - With Sarah Webb

I'm excited to share this fun conversation I had with Sarah Webb, the COO and primary finance contributor for PlaidForWomen.com. In this episode we discussed: - What you should you do when you pay off your debt - How you can determine how much you need for retirement - Sarah's experience working with high net worth individuals and high income earners, their characteristics, her observations and that time she had to file a 55 million dollar tax return! Quick Note: Also on this episode I talk about being offered an ARM mortgage which is an Adjustable Rate Mortgage which is is a home loan with an interest rate that can change periodically. You can keep up with Sarah at https://www.plaidforwomen.com and also listen to her amazing podcast on the website as well. For the books, tools and resources mentioned in this episode, visit the main show notes page here: https://www.clevergirlfinance.com/podcast-episodes/podcast-episode-49-high-net-worth-vs-high-income-a-55-million-tax-return-more-with-sarah-webb If you haven't already, be sure to subscribe to the Clever Girl Finance Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud or Stitcher. Do you follow Clever Girl Finance on Instagram yet? You should! https://www.instagram.com/clevergirlfinance Ready to get accountable? Join the Clever Girl Finance Accountability Program over at https://www.clevergirlfinanceacademy.com

Oct 12, 201736 min

048: How To Budget Successfully On An Inconsistent Income

Budgeting on an inconsistent income can be tough especially because it's hard to plan. For example, if you are self employed or work as a freelancer or a contractor, your income is dependent on how much work you do but sometimes it's not always easy to determine what your actual income will look like at the end of each month. When it comes to budgeting on an inconsistent income, the best way to approach it is with a strategy that will allow you to be successful with managing your money and on this episode I share just how you can do it. Do you follow Clever Girl Finance on Instagram yet? You should! https://www.instagram.com/clevergirlfinance Ready to get accountable? Join the Clever Girl Finance Accountability Program over at https://www.clevergirlfinanceacademy.com

Oct 9, 20177 min

047: Molly Deep Dives Into The Emotional Process Of Becoming Debt Free

On this episode Molly shares her story to debt freedom, how her debt spiraled out of control shortly after the death of her mother and the incredibly emotional journey she embarked on to become debt free. She talked about her depression, the associated guilt, shame, self judgement and isolation that she felt, what it took to fully disclose her financial situation to her now husband and how her faith brought her through it all. You can keep up with Molly by visiting her website at http://www.stillbeingmolly.com/ You can also listen to her amazing business podcast over at http://businesswithpurposepodcast.com/ And be sure to follow her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/stillbeingmolly/ Do you follow Clever Girl Finance on Instagram yet? You should! https://www.instagram.com/clevergirlfinance Ready to get accountable? Join the Clever Girl Finance Accountability Program over at https://www.clevergirlfinanceacademy.com

Oct 4, 201757 min

046: What It Takes To Run A Successful Full Time Business With LaTisha Styles

This episode is for all the Clever Girl entrepreneurs out there (and the aspiring ones too). I had the pleasure of speaking with business strategist and finance expert and the founder of LatishaStyles.com and Youngfinances.com/tv. On this episode we talked about what it takes to start, fund and grow your side hustle and how to transition from being a part time business owner to being a full time business owner. LaTisha also shared her own personal story and how she got into business. -- You can keep up with LaTisha on her websites mentioned above and also on Facebook @LatishaTv For the books, tools and resources mentioned in this episode, visit the main show notes page here: https://www.clevergirlfinance.com/podcast-episodes/podcast-episode-46-what-it-takes-to-build-a-successful-full-time-business-with-latisha-styles If you haven't already, be sure to subscribe to the Clever Girl Finance Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud or Stitcher. Do you follow Clever Girl Finance on Instagram yet? You should! https://www.instagram.com/clevergirlfinance Ready to get accountable? Join the Clever Girl Finance Accountability Program over at https://www.clevergirlfinanceacademy.com

Sep 27, 201734 min

045: What To Do If Your Financial Information Is Compromised

You've probably heard about the major security breach that took place with Equifax recently right? Well in the event that your financial information is compromised as a result of a security breach, there are some key things you need to do to minimize the impact and protect yourself from potential credit fraud and identity theft and I'm taking through them on this quick episode. They are as follows: 1. Check your credit: As mentioned in this episode, you can get your free credit report at https://www.annualcreditreport.com 2. Consider credit monitoring or a credit freeze: You can get credit monitoring or a freeze on your credit directly from each of the 3 major credit bureaus - Equifax, Experian & Transunion - on their websites. You can also get credit monitoring independently from companies like myfico.com, creditkarma.com, creditsesame.com etc 3. Change any online passwords and pins associated your financial information Do you follow Clever Girl Finance on Instagram yet? You should! https://www.instagram.com/clevergirlfinance Ready to get accountable? Join the Clever Girl Finance Accountability Program over at https://www.clevergirlfinanceacademy.com

Sep 25, 20177 min

044: Saving Money 101 - With Erica Amatori of Rize

Ever wondered what the best way to save is or what my favorite savings account is? I had a great conversation with Erica Amatori from RizeMoney.com where we talked about all things savings as well as her personal experience with money and if she really lives what she preaches as an employee of a finance company! Erica was also kind enough to give some awesome freebies to you, my amazing listeners that you'll find below. Enjoy listening! Download the free eBook: Adulting 101 - Growing up is hard, personal finance shouldn't be - http://bit.ly/2fDp4vr Get a free $5 to jumpstart your savings goals: http://rize.grsm.io/Bola ** Do you follow Clever Girl Finance on Instagram yet? You should! https://www.instagram.com/clevergirlfinance Ready to get accountable? Join the Clever Girl Finance Accountability Program over at https://www.clevergirlfinanceacademy.com

Sep 21, 201726 min

043: A Conversation On Investing, Passive Income, Minimalism And Luxury With Canna Campbell

On today's episode, I had a great conversation with my guest Canna Campbell of the amazing YouTube channel, Sugar Mamma TV, and we talked about investing and how she uses it to generate passive income, minimalism and the impact it had on her life, luxury shopping and how to avoid feeling guilty as well as her amazing $1000 project that she has going on. I loved this conversation with Canna because we share a lot of the same values and I'm a huge fan of her YouTube channel that you can find here - http://bit.ly/2ymG3db To learn more about her $1000 project and what's she's investing in, stop by her website at http://sugarmamma.tv/the-1000-project/ and you can find her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/sugarmammatv Do you follow Clever Girl Finance on Instagram yet? You should! https://www.instagram.com/clevergirlfinance Ready to get accountable? Join the Clever Girl Finance Accountability Program over at https://www.clevergirlfinanceacademy.com

Sep 19, 201735 min

042: Your Mindset & Whether You Will Achieve Financial Success Or Not

Having the right mindset is essentially the foundation of your financial success and on this episode, I talk through why your mindset matters and how you can continuously work on a positive and focused state of mind so you can achieve your money (and life) goals. Because having the right mindset makes all the difference when it comes to whether you accomplish your money goals or not. Do you follow Clever Girl Finance on Instagram yet? You should! https://www.instagram.com/clevergirlfinance Ready to get accountable? Join the Clever Girl Finance Accountability Program over at https://www.clevergirlfinanceacademy.com

Sep 14, 201718 min

041: Jamila Saved $85k In A Year - Here's How She Did It!

On today's episode, my guest Jamila, takes us through how she was able to save $85k in a single year, her plans to retire early, how have finances have not always been perfect and what you need to be doing to accomplish the money goals you have set for yourself. To keep up with Jamila, stop by her website at http://journeytolaunch.com, follow her on Instagram at https://instagram.com/journeytolaunch and subscribe to her podcast "Journey to Launch" anywhere you listen to your podcasts! Do you follow Clever Girl Finance on Instagram yet? You should! https://www.instagram.com/clevergirlfinance Ready to get accountable? Join the Clever Girl Finance Accountability Program over at https://www.clevergirlfinanceacademy.com

Sep 11, 201739 min

040: How To Become A Millionaire & Join The Millionaires Club!

On this episode I'm talking about the profiles of millionaires in the US, what it REALLY takes to become a millionaire and I'm diving into the September 2017 issues of both Money and Kiplinger Magazine on getting to $1 million! Do you follow Clever Girl Finance on Instagram yet? You should! https://www.instagram.com/clevergirlfinance Ready to get accountable? Join the Clever Girl Finance Accountability Program over at https://www.clevergirlfinanceacademy.com

Sep 3, 201729 min

039: Naseema Gets Candid About Building Wealth & What It Took To Pay Off $300K Of Debt In 2 Years

On today's episode, my guest Naseema gets real on mental blocks, setting yourself up for financial success (or failure) as well as what it took for her to pay off $300K of debt in just 2 years, why she did it and what she's doing now! To keep up with Naseema, stop by her website at http://financiallyintentional.com - Follow her on Instagram at https://instagram.com/financiallyintentional - and also on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/financiallyintentional *** Do you follow Clever Girl Finance on Instagram yet? You should! https://www.instagram.com/clevergirlfinance Ready to get accountable? Join the Clever Girl Finance Accountability Program over at https://www.clevergirlfinanceacademy.com

Aug 27, 201745 min

038: Recessions Are Inevitable - Are You Prepared?

On this episode I'm sharing the 5 key things you need to be doing now so a potential recession does not become a personal financial crisis for you because recessions are inevitable and having a solid plan makes all the difference! Do you follow Clever Girl Finance on Instagram yet? You should! https://www.instagram.com/clevergirlfinance Ready to get accountable? Join the Clever Girl Finance Accountability Program over at https://www.clevergirlfinanceacademy.com

Aug 22, 201715 min

037: How To Get Started Investing In Real Estate + More

On today's episode, my guest Limor Markman of Limor.money shares some invaluable insights on real estate investing - how it works, how to get started and the different investing options available as well as some really great personal finance tips. On this episode Limor also shared some of her favorite books and they are: 1. Rich Dad, Poor Dad - http://amzn.to/2fKLluc 2. Cash Flow Quadrant - http://amzn.to/2uIMhWG 3. Rich Woman - http://amzn.to/2vIAlS3 4. Secrets of a Millionaire Mind - http://amzn.to/2fLgNIE Also Limor has an amazing free eBook to give you called "Game Changing Financially Fabulous Strategies That No One Ever Told You". Just text FABULOUS to 77982 to get yours sent to you! To keep up with Limor, stop by her website at http://limor.money *** Do you follow Clever Girl Finance on Instagram yet? You should! https://www.instagram.com/clevergirlfinance Ready to get accountable? Join the Clever Girl Finance Accountability Program over at https://www.clevergirlfinanceacademy.com

Aug 16, 201741 min

036: CGF Is 2! Sharing My Thoughts On This 2 Year Old Business!

Sharing my candid thoughts and lessons learnt so far as Clever Girl Finance turns 2. Do you follow Clever Girl Finance on Instagram yet? You should! https://www.instagram.com/clevergirlfinance Ready to get accountable? Join the Clever Girl Finance Accountability Program over at https://www.clevergirlfinanceacademy.com

Aug 14, 201727 min

035: Let's Talk About Budgets....Because You Need One!

Budgeting is a key element to building wealth and so on this episode I'm discussing why you need one, different methods you can try out and tips to help you succeed with your budget. Do you follow Clever Girl Finance on Instagram yet? You should! https://www.instagram.com/clevergirlfinance Ready to get accountable? Join the Clever Girl Finance Accountability Program over at https://www.clevergirlfinanceacademy.com

Aug 8, 201717 min

034: Let's Talk Life Insurance And Why It Matters!

Today my special guest Ebony Ruffin of Ruffin Consulting Services breaks down all things life insurance! On this episode we discuss the different types of life insurance, why having life insurance is super important for women and what you need to look out for when seeking a policy. Follow Ebony on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/ruffinconsultingservices and you can email her at [email protected] Take Ebony's Life insurance course at http://bit.ly/lifeinsurance101course

Aug 1, 201735 min

033: How To Stay On Top Of Your Bills - Stress Free!

On today's episode I'm sharing a few tips on how you can stay on top of your bills, stress free, as well as an interesting story about one of my own bills that caught me by surprise! Ready to get accountable? Join the Clever Girl Finance Accountability Program over at https://www.clevergirlfinanceacademy.com

Jul 26, 201710 min

032: When She Makes More - A Conversation w/ Farnoosh Torabi

I'm super excited to be talking to Farnoosh Torabi, a leading personal finance expert, on the topic of managing money in relationships and when "she" makes more. This episode is a must listen if you have a significant other! Also be sure to check out Farnoosh's SO MONEY podcast over at http://farnoosh.tv/podcast/episodes/ Get access to my free resource library of worksheets and checklists and start improving your finances today - http://clevergirlfinance.com Do you follow Clever Girl Finance on Instagram yet? You should! https://www.instagram.com/clevergirlfinance Ready to get accountable? Join the Clever Girl Finance Accountability Program over at https://www.clevergirlfinanceacademy.com

Jul 20, 201732 min

031: Dioni Shares Her Financial Journey In Progress

I'm excited to share my conversation with Dioni as she talks about her financial journey in progress, what keeps her motivated and why the experience of getting her finances in order is so worth it to her! Visit Dioni's blog at https://wisewomanwallet.wordpress.com and find her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/wisewomanwallet Join the Clever Girl Finance Accountability Program over at https://www.clevergirlfinanceacademy.com

Jul 11, 201745 min

030: Should You Invest In A 401k Or Any Employer Sponsored Retirement Account?

Should you invest in your employer's 401k (or other retirement plan)? I'm sharing my thoughts and responding to an Instagram comment! Get access to my free resource library of worksheets and checklists and start improving your finances today on clevergirlfinance.com. Also visit clevergirlsknow.com - you'll be glad you did :)

Jul 5, 201715 min

029: The Struggles Of Entrepreneurship + Having Purpose & Clear Intent

On this episode I'm deep diving into the REAL struggles of entrepreneurship with amazing life coach for entrepreneurs Cassie Jeans! Visit Cassie's website at https://cassiejeans.com and find her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/cassie_mjeans Get access to my free resource library of worksheets and checklists and start improving your finances today on clevergirlfinance.com. Also visit clevergirlsknow.com - you'll be glad you did :)

Jun 28, 201749 min

028: Your Excuses Are Costing You Money!

Your excuses are costing you money. It's time to quit them. In this episode I share my personal stories about how excuses and complaining gets you know where! Get access to my free resource library of worksheets and checklists and start improving your finances today on http://clevergirlfinance.com. Also visit clevergirlsknow.com - you'll be glad you did :)

Jun 21, 201717 min

027: Some Advice I Would Give My Younger Self About Money

If you could give your younger some money advice, what would it be? In this episode I share some of the advice I would give my younger self about money based on some good and also terrible money decisions I made. No shame though - when you know better, you do better right? Get access to my free resource library of worksheets and checklists and start improving your finances today - http://clevergirlfinance.com

Jun 19, 201714 min

026: 6 Tips To Be Successful With Saving Money

Is saving money something you struggle with or want to do better at? This episode is for you. Listen in to my 6 tips on how to be successful when it comes to saving money! Get access to my free resource library of worksheets and checklists and start improving your finances today - http://clevergirlfinance.com

Jun 8, 201718 min

025: Navigating Your Finances As 20 Something (or 30 Something) with Jazmine Henley Brown

Navigating your finances as a 20 something (or 30 something)? Jazmine Henley brown of the #20SomethingSeriesPodcast shares her candid experience about her finances, her mistakes and her successes and how 20 somethings everywhere can build wealth regardless of their backgrounds. Listen to Jazmine's podcast here - https://soundcloud.com/20somethingseries You can find my blog post with my favorite books over at http://bit.ly/2v6apiK Get access to my free resource library of worksheets and checklists and start improving your finances today - http://clevergirlfinance.com

Jun 2, 201737 min

024: Why Your Net Worth Matters!

Do you know your net worth? If you don't you need to! In this episode I share the importance of knowing your net worth, why you shouldn't fear it and how to calculate it. Listen in. ____________________ Get access to my free resource library of worksheets and checklists and start improving your finances today - http://clevergirlfinance.com

May 24, 201710 min

023: Master Your Student Loans + More w/ Melisa Boutin of YourMoneyWorth.com

In this episode I'm sharing a very insightful conversation about student loans, money mindset and credit with Melisa Boutin, student loan expert, financial coach and founder of YourMoneyWorth.com. If you are paying off student loan debt and working on your money mindset, you want to listen in to this episode! ____________________ Get access to my free resource library of worksheets and checklists and start improving your finances today - http://clevergirlfinance.com

May 17, 201732 min

022: Don't Play Yourself + Listener Q&A

Sharing a story about why it's important to take ownership when it comes to building wealth, otherwise you are just playing yourself! I'm also answering a couple listener questions in this episode. Check it out! ____________________ Get access to my free resource library of worksheets and checklists and start improving your finances today - http://clevergirlfinance.com

May 9, 201712 min

021: How You May Be Going About Investing The Wrong Way

Do you know you should be investing to build wealth right? But are you going about it the right way? Listen in! ____________________ Get access to my free resource library of worksheets and checklists and start improving your finances today - http://clevergirlfinance.com

May 3, 201719 min

020: Good Debt? Umm...

What's the deal with categorizing debt as good debt vs. bad debt? I'm not a fan! In this episode I explain how folks define good debt and bad debt, why I don't love this categorization and how you should think about it instead! ____________________ Get access to my free resource library of worksheets and checklists and start improving your finances today - http://clevergirlfinance.com

Apr 25, 20178 min

019: Your Circle Of Influence Can Make Or Break You!

Your circle of influence determines how successful you are when it comes to your life and to your finances. What type of people and what kind of things are you surrounding yourself with? Are you serious about accomplishing your goals? Then listen in! ____________________ Get access to my free resource library of worksheets and checklists and start improving your finances today - http://clevergirlfinance.com

Apr 18, 201710 min

018: 7 Things I Did Before Quitting My 6 Figure Job To Be A Full Time Business Owner

If you are a business owner or aspiring business owner, this is for you! I'm sharing the details of what I did before I quit my six figure job and what it takes to run a business full time - are you ready? Listen in! Get access to my free resource library of worksheets and checklists and start improving your finances today - http://clevergirlfinance.com Do you follow Clever Girl Finance on Instagram yet? You should! https://www.instagram.com/clevergirlfinance Ready to get accountable? Join the Clever Girl Finance Accountability Program over at https://www.clevergirlfinanceacademy.com

Apr 7, 201728 min

017: Loaning Money To Family And Friends

Should you or shouldn't you? Listen in to my take on how to deal with loaning money to other people! ____________________ Get access to my free resource library of worksheets and checklists and start improving your finances today - http://clevergirlfinance.com ____________________ Join the Clever Girl Finance Accountability Program - https://www.clevergirlfinanceacademy.com

Mar 31, 20177 min

016: Why Early Retirement Account Withdrawals Are A Bad Idea

Retirement account withdrawals and loans? Not a good idea! Listen into why and what you should be doing instead! ____________________ Get access to my free resource library of worksheets and checklists and start improving your finances today - http://clevergirlfinance.com ____________________ Join the Clever Girl Finance Accountability Program - https://www.clevergirlfinanceacademy.com

Mar 24, 201710 min

015: You Either Want To Be Financially Successful Or You Don't

When it comes to becoming financially successful, it's entirely up to you. You have to decide that you want it bad enough, that you are ready to do what it takes and that you know your why. Those excuses? They aren't enough. Listen in as I share my thoughts! ____________________ Get access to my free resource library of worksheets and checklists and start improving your finances today - http://clevergirlfinance.com ____________________ Join the Clever Girl Finance Accountability Program - https://www.clevergirlfinanceacademy.com

Mar 16, 201710 min

014: Why Luxury Handbags Are Not Good Financial Investments

Luxury handbags as financial investments, wardrobe investments or both? Listen in to hear what I think and why I think it! ____________________ Get access to my free resource library of worksheets and checklists and start improving your finances today - clevergirlfinance.com ____________________ Join the Clever Girl Finance Accountability Program - www.clevergirlfinanceacademy.com

Mar 8, 201716 min

013: Types Of Accounts To Have & Where To Put Them

Today I'm discussing 5 bank account types you should have and where to put them. It's all about setting up a system that works for you and staying organized! ____________________ Get access to my free resource library of worksheets and checklists and start improving your finances today - clevergirlfinance.com ____________________ Join the Clever Girl Finance Accountability Program - www.clevergirlfinanceacademy.com

Mar 3, 201715 min

012: Why I Started Clever Girl Finance + Why Women Need To Prioritize Their Finances

Answering a listener question on why I started Clever Girl Finance and why it's importance for us as women to be on top of our finances. ____________________ Get access to my free resource library of worksheets and checklists and start improving your finances today - clevergirlfinance.com ____________________ Join the Clever Girl Finance Accountability Program - www.clevergirlfinanceacademy.com

Feb 15, 201713 min

011: To Prenup Or Not To Prenup?

Should you get a pre-nup or not? What about a post-nup? Do I have one? Listen to me share my thoughts and opinions on prenuptial agreements! ____________________ Get access to my free resource library of worksheets and checklists and start improving your finances today - clevergirlfinance.com ____________________ Join the Clever Girl Finance Accountability Program - www.clevergirlfinanceacademy.com

Feb 7, 201712 min

010: Should You Pay Debt Or Save?

Wondering whether you should pay off debt or debt? Listen to me share my thoughts on the approach to take! ____________________ Get access to my free resource library of worksheets and checklists and start improving your finances today - clevergirlfinance.com ____________________ Join the Clever Girl Finance Accountability Program - www.clevergirlfinanceacademy.com

Feb 2, 201714 min

009: Preparing For The Cost Of Homeownership - Transitioning From Renter To Homeowner

Planning to purchase a home? In this episode I discuss very important expenses to take into consideration as you prepare become a home owner. ____________________ Get access to my free resource library of worksheets and checklists and start improving your finances today - clevergirlfinance.com ____________________ Join the Clever Girl Finance Accountability Program - www.clevergirlfinanceacademy.com

Jan 24, 201712 min