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The Clever Girls Know Podcast is brought to you by Clever Girl Finance, one of the largest personal finance media/education platforms for women in the U.S. that empowers women to ditch debt, save money and build real wealth in order to live life on their own terms! Hosted by founder and CEO of Clever Girl Finance, Bola Sokunbi, the podcast shares open and honest conversations with real women at different stages of their financial and life journeys to inspire and motivate other women on their own journeys too! Get the Clever Girl Finance Roadmap today! It's completely free...

359: Side Hustles & Career Moves - How to Boost Your Income in 2025

Want to make more money this year? Here are 5 actionable strategies to help you boost your income, gain financial security, and achieve your goals faster! Now is the perfect time to take charge of your finances and increase your earning potential. Whether it’s through starting a side hustle, leveling up in your career, or building new skills, there are plenty of ways to create financial stability and freedom. In this video, I’m breaking down five powerful strategies to help you grow your income

Feb 25, • 9:50

358: Breaking Emotional Spending Cycles And Redefining Your Money Story With Shang Saavedra

Shang Saavedra @savemycents is the founder and CEO of Save My Cents, a personal finance education platform that helps Americans learn how to grow their financial wealth by addressing mental health. Shang finished saving for her retirement by the age of 31, and is America's leading expert on retirement. Her insights have been published by Business Insider, CNBC, Forbes, Fox Business, USA Today, Time / NextAdvisor, Nasdaq, The New York Post, Kiplinger, and she has been named by Time / NextAdvisor

Feb 18, • 43:29

357: How Brittany Built A Successful Hot Sauce Business Despite The Odds

On this episode of the Clever Girls Know Podcast, Brittany Futrell shares how she's built a successful hot sauce business despite the odds. Brittany is the owner of Angel Wing Sauce. She is the first black woman to own a hot sauce business in North Carolina. She created her gourmet hot sauce recipe in 2006 and started selling it in 2015. She is excited to share some details about her entrepreneurial journey!   WHAT BRITTANY DISCUSSED: The inspiration behind starting Angel Wing Sauce and the sto

Feb 11, • 38:01

356: From $30k Debt To A $250k+ Net Worth: Nicole’s Journey To Wealth On A $56k Salary

On this episode of the Clever Girls Know Podcast, Nicole Stanley shares how she went from paying off her $30,000 debt to building a network of $250,000 on a $56,000 salary! Nicole is owner and head money coach at Arise Financial Coaching. Her mission? Shame-free, accessible financial education that empowers women. As a Latina entrepreneur and personal finance expert, Nicole paid off significant debt and grew her family’s net worth through investing, sparking her passion for helping women build w

Feb 4, • 47:42

355: 5 Financial Milestones Every Woman Should Aim For

Financial freedom doesn’t have to feel overwhelming! 💡 In this episode, I’m sharing a simple 5-step roadmap to help you achieve security, independence, and the freedom to live life on your terms. Ready to take control of your financial journey? Let’s dive in!   ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages ❤ Read the Clever G

Jan 28, • 10:08

354: 5 Things to Cut Out of Your Finances This Year for Instant Savings

Ready to feel lighter, less stressed, and more in control of your money? 💸 Let’s dive into 5 things to let go of this year starting today! Learn how to declutter your finances, eliminate stress, and free up your cash flow by saying goodbye to what no longer serves you! ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages ❤ Read the

Jan 21, • 9:34

353: Starting Out As a Social Media Influencer: Tips for Monetizing and What Lauren Wishes She Knew

On today’s episode, Lauren Berty joins us to discuss key tips for monetizing as a social media influencer and what she wishes she knew. Lauren is a mother, Creative Director, Social Media Strategist, and Content Creator at That Twin Mama, and host of That Twin Mama Podcast! Lauren and her Grammy award-winning husband became twin parents in 2020 with the unexpected birth of their Covid twins who joined their teenage big brother. With an average monthly reach of millions across multiple social med

Jan 14, • 56:06

352: Feel-Good Finance: Untangling Your Relationship with Money for Better Well-Being With Aja Evans

On today’s episode, Aja Evans joins us to discuss how to untangle your relationship with money for better well-being. Aja is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, speaker, and author specializing in Financial Therapy. With over a decade of experience, Aja is determined to help more people break the taboo of keeping money and emotions secret. In addition to her practice, she is also the president-elect on the board of the Financial Therapy Association, consults with FinTech companies, and is the au

Jan 7, • 47:49

351: My 2025 Wealth Plan: A Goal Setting Session! (The Replay)

Tune into this 2025 goal-setting session! ✨ We'll be covering:  A review of 2024 Creating a wealth plan for 2025  Key tips for success in the new year + MORE This is going to be a working session so grab your pen and notebook! 📝 ❤ Tune into our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/clevergirlfinance ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: clevergirlfin

Jan 1, • 57:59

350: 5 Key Principles Of Excellence To Help You Win At Life With Adeyinka Adegbenle

On today’s podcast episode,  Adeyinka Adegbenle, excellence strategist, coach, published author, and teacher, shares 5 key principles of excellence to help you win at life. Through her coaching programs and courses, she has helped many obtain outstanding, measurable results by teaching and equipping them with processes, principles, systems and habits of excellence. She hosts and facilitates leadership workshops and seminars where she teaches about excellence principles and systems that will help

Dec 10, 2024 • 31:54

349: Avoiding Debt & Keeping Your Finances On Track This Holiday Season!

Learn 5 essential tips to help you navigate holiday expenses, avoid debt, and stay on track with your financial goals—all while enjoying the season. Whether you’re looking to budget smarter, find creative ways to save, or make the most of your holiday spending, this live discussion is for you!   Today’s podcast is brought to you by a new sponsor of Clever Girl Finance, say hello to 1440 (fourteen - forty) Topics. We know business and finance news can be overwhelming, but that doesn’t always hav

Dec 3, 2024 • 13:16

348: How Tanya Went From Achieving Her Financial Goals To A Sudden Disability

On this podcast episode, Tanya Taylor shares key tips on how to financially prepare for the unexpected based on her experience of going from achieving her financial goals to a sudden disability. With over two decades helping people improve their financial lives, Tanya (CPA,MBA) is on a mission to stop the cycle of poverty and build generational wealth. She is an award-winning author, speaker, and the founder and CEO of Grow Your Wealth, a financial education platform which empowers women to achi

Nov 5, 2024 • 46:06

347: How to Create A Small Business Marketing Plan For Today’s Social Media Scene With Lauren Tilden

On this podcast episode Lauren Tilden shares how to create a small business marketing plan for today’s social media scene. Lauren is a marketing coach who believes that great marketing can change the world. She’s on a mission to prove that marketing doesn’t have to be boring, icky, or scary—even for the biggest procrastinators and perfectionists! After eight years in corporate marketing, Lauren launched her watercolor paper goods business, Good Sheila, in 2017 and hasn’t looked back since. Now,

Oct 29, 2024 • 1:00:59

346: From Corporate to Full-Time Entrepreneur: How Zainab Made The Leap

On this episode, Zainab Aliyu shares how she transition from corporate to full-time entrepreneur running her own luxury leather goods business. Zainab is the CEO & Creative Director of AABOUX, a stylish luxurious leather brand founded in 2017. AABOUX creates limited edition and quality statement pieces using their signature stitch-less technique; from exquisitely and ethically sourced leathers by third-generation skilled artisans in Lagos, Nigeria. Zainab sits on three boards as a Non Executive

Oct 22, 2024 • 1:05:00

345: Key Financial Tips to Crush Your Medical Debt Without Going Bankrupt With Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington

On this episode, Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington, shares key financial tips to help you crush your medical debt without going bankrupt!  Dr. Virgie is an internal medicine physician, former health insurance executive, and principal of Crush Medical Debt Financial Wellness, which helps 100 million American healthcare cost victims struggling with the nation’s #1 cause of debt and bankruptcy – medical bills. After practicing for more than 20 years in primary care and psychiatric settings and as a medic

Oct 8, 2024 • 1:00:11

Two New Books to Transform Your Finances – Get Ready! Nov 13th 2024!

Announcing the pre-sale of not one but TWO highly anticipated Clever Girl Finance books, both releasing on November 13th, 2024! Here’s what to expect in these incredible new releases: My Wealth Plan Workbook: A personalized toolkit packed with financial worksheets, checklists, and actionable strategies to help you ditch debt, save money, and build real wealth. This workbook is your go-to guide for organizing your financial goals and taking immediate action. Clever Girl Finance, Expanded & Up

Oct 1, 2024 • 5:35

344: These Money Mistakes Are Derailing Your Finances

We can all likely make long lists of the bad money mistakes that we have made. That being said, we all make money mistakes. And the key here is that we dust ourselves off and we keep moving.  Let's talk about the big money mistakes that you want to avoid and how to recover from them if you have found that you have already made these mistakes.   ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: https://clevergirlfinance.com/books  ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges,

Oct 1, 2024 • 20:33

343: Do This To Start Achieving Your Goals!

It is so exciting to think about the possibilities of what can happen when we actually achieve our goals. Unfortunately, so many of us give up on our goals before we even get started. So tune in to learn key ways in which you can start achieving your goals starting today.  And the tips I'm going to share just don't apply to your finances. They can also apply to other aspects of your life as well. So let's get into it! ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: https://clevergirlfinance.co

Sep 24, 2024 • 12:02

342: Finding Contentment Without Complacency In Our Finances With ill Sirianni

On this episode of the podcast, Jill Sirianni joins us to discuss the topic of contentment vs. complacency when it comes to our finances. Jill is the co-host of Frugal Friends Podcast and co-author of 'Buy What You Love Without Going Broke', releasing January 2025. She and her husband paid off $60,000 of debt over 7 years while cash flowing her masters degree. As a licensed clinical social worker she’s experienced in doing a lot with a little – from starting small businesses to full-time RVing –

Sep 10, 2024 • 53:42

341: How To Create A Biweekly Budget

A biweekly budget is perfect for those who get paid every other week. It helps you structure your budget around your paychecks so you can better plan your finances. Learn out how to create a biweekly budget that works for you in this episode!   ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: https://clevergirlfinance.com/books  ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: https://clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages/ ❤ Read the Clever G

Sep 3, 2024 • 9:42

340: Ideas To Save $1,000 Fast

Sometimes an extra $1000 can come in really handy. Whether to pay some bills, save money for an upcoming trip, or expand your emergency fund, who wouldn’t want another $1,000? If this sounds like something you are interested in, I have some great ideas for how to save $1,000 fast! Keep listening! ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: https://clevergirlfinance.com/books  ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: https://cleve

Aug 27, 2024 • 12:15

339: Relocating To Ghana, Financial Changes & The Truth About The “Soft Life” With Kara Stevens

On this podcast episode, Kara Stevens, author, financial expert and founder of the Frugal Feminista discusses relocating to Ghana, financial changes and the truth about the “soft life”! Kara’s relatable financial advice has been featured on Forbes, CNN, Business Insider, Huffington Post, Yahoo Finance, ESSENCE, Women’s Day Magazine, The Washington Post, and other nationally recognized media outlets. She is also the author of Heal Your Relationship With Money, The Happy Finances Challenge, and Un

Aug 6, 2024 • 41:46

338: Mindset Shifts You Need To Make Today For Financial Abundance

On this podcast episode, let’s discuss the key mindset shifts you need to make today for your financial abundance! When it comes to having a broke mindset, I’ve been there - especially when I was trying to save money and trying to start my business. I told myself things like I could never achieve my big financial goals. I told myself how making money was too hard for me to do and I’ve even told myself that you know what, maybe I was not meant to succeed but those were all lies and I had to chang

Jul 30, 2024 • 10:51

337: Are You Frugal Or Are You Just Cheap?

Being frugal and being cheap have a lot in common — they are both about saving money. So, what’s the difference between cheap and frugal in real terms? On this episode, learn the difference between being cheap vs being frugal and how to avoid falling into the trap of being cheap because being cheap can impact your friendships, finances, and more!  ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: https://clevergirlfinance.com/books  ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenge

Jul 23, 2024 • 9:21

336: How Reni Helped 100 People Save Over $862,210

On this podcast episode, Reni Odetoyinbo @xoreni shares how she helped 100 people save over $862,210 in 2023. Reni is a financial literacy educator and content creator. After purchasing her first home at the age of 23, she began to share her journey on social media to educate and inspire other Black and Brown folks. On her YouTube channel, ‘xoreni’ she shares resources around career development and financial literacy. Over the past four years, Reni has built a community of over 150,000 individua

Jul 9, 2024 • 37:28

335: How Anya Built A Sustainable And Eco - Friendly Luxury Handbag Brand In Turks & Caicos

Anya Willique Pratt has over 8 years in the field of fashion, sustainability and navigation of markets. As the Caribbean Sustainable Ambassador, Anya has placed her focus on stewardship. Through educational workshops, prison rehabilitation fashion programs and her brand the designer seeks to make social economic change. Showcasing a curated selection of bespoke leather goods, WILLIQUE aims to demonstrate that luxury and sustainability are not mutually exclusive but can coexist harmoniously. With

Jun 25, 2024 • 47:04

334 How To Start A Successful Family Business With Kaitlin Leung

On this podcast episode, Kaitlin Leung co-founder of the family business @thewoksoflife share her experience and tips on how to start a successful family business. Since its founding in 2013, The Woks of Life has become the #1 online resource for approachable, creative, authentic Chinese recipes in English. Through their popular recipe site and diverse social media community, Bill, Judy, Sarah and Kaitlin Leung share inspiring recipes and their family’s culinary genealogy with millions of home c

Jun 18, 2024 • 1:00:34

333: Examples Of Financial Goals

Taking control of your finances and making a plan for your money is the best way to match your goals with your bank balance. Financial goals give you a reason to take charge of your money. Here are some simple but extremely effective examples of financial goals to help you get started with setting your own. ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: clevergirlf

Jun 11, 2024 • 7:55

332: How To Reward Yourself Without Blowing Your Budget

The truth is that you work hard for your money, so it's only fair that you get to reward yourself every now and then, right? Well yes - You definitely deserve to treat yourself and have fun. So check out these key tips for rewarding yourself while staying within your budget! ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages/ ❤ Rea

Jun 4, 2024 • 8:58

331: How Julie Started And Grew Her Events Planning Business While Working Full - Time

On this episode of the podcast, Julie Pozo-Cepeda, an event planner and founder of @julzbox shares how she started and grew her events planning business while working full-time. Julie is a Dominican-American born and raised in upper Manhattan - Washington Heights. By day, she’s the Director of Events for a prestigious higher education institution, orchestrating memorable experiences that bring people together. With over 25 years of experience in event planning, she’s come to believe that the art

May 21, 2024 • 47:53

330: How Jenne Has Grown A Massive YouTube Channel On Southern Inspired Vegan Recipes

On today’s episode of the podcast, Jenne Claiborne of Sweet Potato Soul shares how she has grown a massive YouTube channel based on her passion business on southern inspired vegan recipes. Jenné is a vegan chef, content creator, and author of the Sweet Potato Soul cookbook, who is known for creating colorful, unique, and easy-to-make southern inspired vegan recipes. She became vegan for ethical and animal welfare reasons, and was pleasantly surprised by the way in which it improved her health an

May 7, 2024 • 1:00:16

329: How To Start Living Below Your Means

With the right money mindset, budgeting methods, and financial planning, you can quickly begin to live within your means. In this episode, learn how to create a financial plan to set yourself up for financial success and resist living above your means! ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages/ ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finan

Apr 30, 2024 • 12:35

328: How Steph Has Used Intentional Goal Setting To Achieve Her Financial Goals

Steph is a mother of two beautiful girls and lives in Naarm in Melbourne, Wurundjeri Country, Australia. On today’s episode of the podcast, Steph shares how she’s leveraged goal setting to achieve her financial goals. She has been following Clever Girl Finance for at three years and breakdowns how she’s achieved her recent amazing financial accomplishments as well as her long term financial goals. WHAT STEPH DISCUSSED: *How she went about improving her financial literacy *The mindset shifts she

Apr 16, 2024 • 40:05

327: How Ashlee Has Managed Her Personal AND Business Finances To Build Her Marketing Business

On this episode of the podcast, Ashlee Sang joins us to share how she manages her personal and business finances as she builds her marketing consulting business. Through Ashlee Sang Consulting and as host of the Purpose & Progress Podcast, Ashlee equips conscious and caring leaders to take confident, meaningful action in alignment with their values. She believes that when business feels and does good, revenue and impact will follow. WHAT ASHLEE DISCUSSED: * How she has navigated the financial as

Apr 9, 2024 • 49:16

326: How Women Can Protect Themselves Financially In Romantic Relationships With Anna N’Jie - Konte

Today Anna N’Jie-Konte joins us to discuss how women can protect themselves financially in romantic relationships Anna is the President of Re-Envision Wealth and the host of the Financial Powerhouse podcast. Having spent her childhood watching the strong women around her live lives dictated by their bank balances, she’s on a mission to rewrite the money stories of women of color. She is a proud Puerto Rican, Gambian-American who is committed to building a financial industry where access to excel

Apr 2, 2024 • 46:27

325: Navigating Family Dynamics And Preparing For Parental Retirement With Giovanna Gonzalez

On this episode, Giovanna Gonzalez shares key tips on how to navigating family dynamics and preparing for parental retirement. Giovanna "Gigi" Gonzalez is a TikTok influencer, financial educator, and author of the bestselling book Cultura and Cash. During The Great Resignation, she quit her 10 year corporate career to pursue her true passion: teaching financial literacy to young adults. She also teaches personal finance and career navigation for First Gen at various organizations and on her TikT

Mar 12, 2024 • 45:49

324: How Norly Is Parallel Planning Her Early Retirement With Her Mom

Norly was born in Brooklyn, NY and family is from Haiti. She taught middle school English for three years before becoming a securities attorney. She loves to work out, travel and talk about personal finance with family and friends! WHAT NORLY DISCUSSED: 1. The concept of parallel planning for retirement and how are she and your mom embarking on this journey together 2. When she decided she wanted to retire early (FIRE) and her 3. The key financial strategies she’s employing for her early retirem

Mar 5, 2024 • 33:40

323: Should You Quit Your Job?

Let's discuss the best reasons to leave a job and what to consider before you quit. You may want to quit your job for personal reasons, while other times, it might be related to the job itself. Here are 7 common signs whether or not you should quit your job and how best to go about it! ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: clevergirlfinance.com/course-pack

Feb 27, 2024 • 10:34

322: How Shanae Leveraged Asking For Help At Work To Increase Her Income!

On today’s episode of the podcast, Shanae Brown shares how asking for help at work got her a raise! Shanae is a NYC-based leadership coach, workshop facilitator, and passionate speaker who’s had a stellar career in Human Resources. With nearly a decade of HR experience, Shanae has worked with top business leaders in the Financial Services, Music, and Tech industries. Leveraging her expertise in talent development, psychology, and passion for personal growth, she founded No Cream In This Coffee,

Feb 20, 2024 • 43:03

321: 7 Tips To Negotiate Your Credit Card Debt

Learn 7 key tips to help you negotiate credit card debt and navigate the negotiation process! ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages/ ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/clevergirlfinance

Feb 13, 2024 • 11:14

320: Break The Cycle Of Shame Around Money

Do you ever look back on certain money decisions you’ve made in the past and think, “My gosh… how could I have been so careless?!” The shame and humiliation feel real — and the more you think about it, the more embarrassed you become. In times like these, you may be experiencing a cycle of shame around money. Learning how to break this cycle and heal your relationship with money can help you shed your disappointment and chart a path forward. ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clev

Feb 6, 2024 • 11:14

319: Tips To Maximize Your Grocery Budget

Learn how to stop wasting money on food and maximize your grocery budget! Explore 19 effective ways to grocery shop on a budget! ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages/ ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/clevergirlfinance

Jan 30, 2024 • 14:06

318: A $245k Inheritance, Getting In Deep In Debt And Finding Hope Amid Chaos

Molly Stillman is the host of the “Can I Laugh on Your Shoulder?” podcast,a sought-after speaker and author of the book, “If I Don't Laugh, I'll Cry: How Death, Debt, and Comedy Led to a Life of Faith, Farming, and Forgetting What I Came into This Room For” The lifestyle blog she started in 2007, Still Being Molly, is a community for women who love ethical style, clean beauty, parenting, funny stories, and serving in their communities. Her deep passion lies in inspiring women to know they were c

Jan 23, 2024 • 53:04

317: Simple Exercises To Improve Your Money Mindset

In this podcast, let's go over how to keep yourself on track and achieve your goals with abundance mindset exercises! What are money mindset exercises? Money mindset exercises are practices that you do to change how you think about money and wealth. Your perception of money impacts the way you earn, save, and spend it. All of which affect how you manage your finances and build wealth. Tune in to learn more! ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get acces

Jan 16, 2024 • 11:11

316: How To Gain Clarity In Your Life

Do you know your why? Think of your why as a personal mission statement. It is the framework you use to make decisions in every area of your life. It keeps you going when you’re tired and ready to quit. It's okay to have multiple whys. Whether you have one or multiple whys, finding your why takes time. This podcast episode shares key tips to support you in the process! ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savi

Jan 9, 2024 • 8:33

315: 10 Habits Of Successful Women

Learn 10 key habits of successful women and how to make those habits a part of your life starting right now! ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages/ ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/clevergirlfinance

Jan 2, 2024 • 10:20

313 How To Create A Financially Sound Plan For Yourself

Are you struggling to lay out a plan for your financial wellness? Trying to get past living paycheck to paycheck? Keep watching - I’ve got some key tips for you on how to create a financially sound plan for yourself! In this episode, explore key steps to create a sound financial plan for yourself so you can achieve your financial goals. ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite

Dec 12, 2023 • 12:22

312: Laying Out Your Journey To Financial Freedom With Jamila Souffrant

On today’s episode, Jamila Souffrant shares key tips to plan out a successful journey to achieving financial freedom. Jamila is the author of Your Journey To Financial Freedom: A Step-by-Step Guide to Achieving Wealth and Happiness and the host of the Journey To Launch podcast. She is a go-to thought leader in the personal finance field and her work has been featured in BuzzFeed, ESSENCE, Refinery 29, Money Magazine, CNBC, CBS, Business Insider and more. The Journey To Launch Podcast has over 4+

Nov 29, 2023 • 43:18

311: The Biggest Areas Where Women Play Small With Their Money With Meghan Dwyer

On today’s podcast episode, Meghan Dwyer discusses the biggest areas where women play small with their money and how to go from playing small to playing big! Meghan is a Certified Financial Planner and host of the ‘Money Isn’t Scary’ podcast. After spending 15 years watching women take a passive role in the management of their money, she’s on a mission to help them stop playing small. By challenging the societal norms around women and money, Meghan aims to empower women to make money decisions o

Nov 28, 2023 • 50:22

310: Follow Your Fears To Build Wealth (A Healthy State Of Panic) With Farnoosh Torabi

On today’s episode of the podcast, @farnooshtorabi discusses how fear can be a powerful ally in achieving financial and life success. Farnoosh is one of America’s leading personal finance experts. She is the host of the award-winning podcast So Money that has earned over 30 million downloads. She is a sought-after speaker and author of multiple books. Her newest is entitled A Healthy State of Panic, part-memoir, part-guidebook on how fear can be a superpower to achieve true wealth and career suc

Nov 14, 2023 • 56:29

314: How To Protect Your Peace

From stress at work to nerve-racking headlines in the news to rude comments from strangers online. It can all get overwhelming when you want to protect your peace. But protecting your peace should be a priority - learn how to do it regardless of what’s happening with this podcast episode! ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: clevergirlfinance.com/course-p

Nov 8, 2023 • 10:19

309: Active Vs. Passive Income And How They Work For You!

Active vs passive incomes, which one offers more benefits? What are the pros and cons of each? And most importantly, how can you generate either or both? Keep watching to learn more! In this podcast episode, learn how to use passive and active income and how leverage them to reach your financial goals. ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: clevergirlfinanc

Nov 7, 2023 • 10:50

308: From Debt To Dreams - Paying Off $12K And Pursuing Foster Motherhood

On today’s episode, Abigail Atchison shares her story of going from debt ($12k) to achieving her dreams of becoming a foster mother. Abigail is a personal assistant living in Los Angeles. She thought she would never reach her dream of becoming a foster mom, but thanks to facing her debt and side hustles galore, she has paid off more that $12,000, started an emergency fund, and is currently certifying with a foster agency. Her journey has many miles ahead, but she is proud of how far she’s come.

Oct 31, 2023 • 35:12

307: Recovering From Budgeting Setbacks With Mechaela Vardoulakis From Erin Condren

On today’s episode we discuss how to recover from budgeting setbacks with Mechaela Vardoulakis from Erin Condren. Mechaela shares her journey to paying off over $60,000 of debt and we also discuss how to leverage the new Erin Condren x Clever Girl Finance Budget Planner collaboration to aid this recovery! Mechaela is a Product Manager on the Product Development team at Erin Condren. She has been with the EC team for four years and before that, she was an Elementary School Teacher. She got her Ma

Oct 24, 2023 • 30:19

305: How Personal Development Saved Gracia From Financial Ruin

On today's podcast Gracia Holmes shares how personal development saved her life. Gracia is a social worker turned confidence coach and owner of Warm&Rooted. She helps others through a journey of self-discovery to build confidence to go after the life they truly want. Her career has taken her from working with adults with severe and persistent mental illness to entrepreneurship in the coaching space. Miss Holmes' coaching program has allowed her to showcase her talents in ways that feel authenti

Oct 10, 2023 • 36:26

304: An Intro To Budgeting (Using The Erin Condren X Clever Girl Finance Budget Planner!)

On today’s episode we discuss how to get into budgeting with Mechaela Vardoulakis from Erin Condren. We also discuss how to leverage the new Erin Condren x Clever Girl Finance Budget Planner to budget better! Mechaela is a Product Manager on the Product Development team at Erin Condren. She has been with the EC team for four years and before that, she was an Elementary School Teacher. She got her Master's in Education and taught for 4 years in the public school system in Orange County CA. She tr

Oct 3, 2023 • 32:57

303: Selena's Journey To Overcoming $35,000 In Debt After A Broken Engagement

On today's podcast Selena shares her journey to overcoming $35,000 worth of debt after a broken engagement. She shares her mistakes to ensure more women have a way out of relationships, can financially stand on their own feet after separation or know how to address poor money choices in relationships. In 2022 Selena's engagement ended after making many poor money choices in the 6 years she and her finance were together. These choices landed with paying all of the bills, no savings and over $35,0

Sep 26, 2023 • 54:38

302: 7 Practical Steps To Be Less Materialistic

The constant pursuit of more and more stuff has become so ingrained in our culture that it's often hard to imagine what life would be like without it. But is it possible to be less materialistic? On this episode, get actionable tips on how to be less materialistic so you can enjoy the simple pleasures of life. It can be hard to not be materialistic because we live in a society where materialism is rampant. Keep in mind that wanting or owning material things isn't always bad. But there are many

Sep 19, 2023 • 9:24

306: 8 Best Types Of Liquid Investments

Liquid investing offers the opportunity to build wealth while keeping your funds easily accessible. Are you taking advantage of liquid investments? In this video, learn what liquid investments are and why it is important to maintain these types of assets as a part of your financial strategy! ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: clevergirlfinance.com/cours

Sep 14, 2023 • 7:47

301: How Non-Traditional Income Earners Can Build Consistent Savings

On this episode of the podcast, Diamond Towns joins us to share key tips on how non-traditional income earners can build consistent savings. Diamond has a deep passion to help others gain confidence and feel empowered by their money. Most financial advice is centered around making more money—and understandably so— but she’s found that developing the skillset of managing your money is just as important as increasing your income. Diamond works with non-traditional earners helping them optimize the

Sep 12, 2023 • 41:44

300: How To Get That Next Job With An Irresistible Resume

Today Christina Mandal is sharing some awesome tips on how to get your next job with an amazingly irresistible resume! Christina Mandal is CEO of The Resume Counselor LLC, a resume writing company that crafts resumes, cover letters, and Linkedin profiles to propel careers and enable access to higher paying jobs. Her mission is to empower individuals by providing them with the tools they need to stand out in today's competitive job market. Christina works full time at Google in the Advertising Te

Aug 29, 2023 • 40:14

299: How To Leave A Relationship When You Have No Money

If you’re ready to leave a relationship but are staying because you have no money, it can put you in a pretty bad situation. That said its important you are aware of your options to leave, so you don’t feel trapped when it’s time to go. On today's podcast, we are going to go over how to leave a relationship when you have no money. For resources and to create an action plan, please visit the National Domestic Violence Hotline website or call 800.799.SAFE (7233). ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Gir

Aug 22, 2023 • 10:52

298: How To Use Zero-Based Budgeting To Pay Off Debts, Save And Boost Your Income

On today's podcast episode, Aitza Negron joins us to discuss how to use zero-based budgeting to pay off debt, save and boost your income! Aitza is a Certified Public Accountant, Financial Coach and Airbnb Superhost from Stamford, Connecticut. Currently living in South Florida, she is a first generation wealth builder who founded Strategies & T.E.A. in an effort to help others go from living paycheck-to-paycheck to stable and capable. She is also a proud Boricua (Puerto Rican)who enjoys spending

Aug 15, 2023 • 37:51

297: Factors To Consider When Choosing A Career

In life we are constantly faced with choices. Some of these choices are small and inconsequential, while others have the potential to shape our lives in profound ways. On the list of most important we will make in life is choosing and navigating a career path. Are you wondering what key factors to consider when choosing a career? In today’s episode, let's go over 7 Important factors to consider when choosing a career! ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: https://clevergirlfinance.co

Aug 8, 2023 • 8:32

296: How To Survive A Job You Hate

Do you dread waking up every day and showing up to work? Well, there could be a variety of reasons you hate your job. For instance, maybe you have a toxic boss, your boss is too demanding, or you are just uninspired by the work you do. This can be detrimental to your career in the long term. Have you ever been in a job you hated? What did you do about it? In today’s video, we are going to go over how to survive a job you hate until you leave! ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: htt

Aug 1, 2023 • 11:39

295: How Brittne Adjusted Her Mindset To Pay Off $138k In 3 Years

On today's episode Dr. Brittne Halford shares the mindset shifts she made to pay off $138,000 in student loans in under 3 years. Dr. Brittne Halford MD, MPH, is an Internal Medicine Physician and Wealth Coach, empowering women in healthcare to achieve financial freedom while embracing joy. Dr. Halford is an Academic Hospitalist in Boston with an academic background from the University of Michigan and Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine. As a wealth coach, Dr. Halford guides wom

Jul 25, 2023 • 58:05

294: How To Nail Your Next Job Interview

On today's interview, Susana Briscoe-Alba shares gems on how to nail your next job interview. Susana Alba is the founder and CEO of Dunamis Consulting and Coaching Services, LLC. She is a highly-rated Leadership Coach & Career Strategist with 10+ years of experience as an inspiring leader, speaker, and certified Maxwell DiSC Trainer. She has served in the education industry, specifically within higher education, creating opportunities for students in marginalized communities. She helps women in

Jul 18, 2023 • 43:02

293: 21 Money Myths To Ditch Now

Managing money can be challenging, especially when there are so many money myths and misconceptions floating around. These financial myths can lead you to make poor decisions, cause you to overspend, discourage you from seeking help, and cause lots of stress. On today’s podcast, we are going to go over 21 money myths and how to avoid falling into these traps. ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: https://clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, saving

Jul 11, 2023 • 22:08

292: How To Break The Cycle Of Shame Around Money

Do you ever look back on certain money decisions you’ve made in the past and think, “My gosh… how could I have been so careless?!” The shame and humiliation feel real — and the more you think about it, the more embarrassed you become. In times like these, you may be experiencing a cycle of shame around money. Learning how to break this cycle and heal your relationship with money can help you shed your disappointment and chart a path forward. ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: http

Jun 27, 2023 • 11:08

291: Budget Challenges And How To Tackle Them Head On

On today’s episode Shay McMillan is sharing key tips to tackle different kinds of commonly faced budget challenges. Shay is a wife, dog mom, school based counselor, financial social worker, business owner, content creator and so much more. She is determined to create and lead a financially balanced life that she absolutely loves and enjoys. It is her mission to craft a perfect life and she inspires and encourages others to do the same offline and online. WHAT SHAY DISCUSSED: 1. the most common b

Jun 20, 2023 • 49:05

290: Key Mindset Adjustments Every Entrepreneur Needs To Make Now!

On today’s podcast episode, Josie Rosario shares key mindset adjustments every entrepreneur needs to make to succeed in business! Josie is a visionary and masterful facilitator of powerful transformations. Her superpower lies in calling out outdated ways of being and thinking and calling in reimagined possibilities. This fervor comes from her lived experiences: as a Black Dominican-American woman and clinically-trained coach in family systems, Josie understands the power of trading generational

Jun 13, 2023 • 41:08

289: Unlocking Your Prosperity By Minimizing Stress And Prioritizing Wellness

On today’s podcast episode, Cheya Thousand how minimizing stress and prioritizing wellness can help us achieve prosperity plus key tips to do so. Cheya is a sought-after speaker and corporate wellness consultant. She works with organizations to help turn around their workplace culture through transformative stress reduction and burnout-prevention programs. In 2019, Cheya founded, CT Wellness Co., a wellness education company, teaching organizations how to turn around their workplace culture thro

Jun 6, 2023 • 47:51

288: How To Do A Mid-Year Financial Reset

On today’s podcast episode, Michela Allocca shares key tips on how we can do a mid-year reset and why we should! Michela is a Financial Analyst & Entrepreneur specializing in Gen Z and Millennial money management. She focuses on instilling sustainable and intentional spending, saving, and budgeting practices into your life so you can reach your 6-figure savings goals. With over 900,000 followers on social and her own set of signature online courses, Michela has successfully built a platform that

May 30, 2023 • 58:16

287: Vacation Budgeting In A Sky - Rocketing Travel Economy

On today’s podcast episode, Haley Sacks AKA Mrs Dow Jones shares key tips for vacation planning in a sky-rocketing travel economy! ABOUT HALEY: Like most people in their 20s, Haley Sacks did not understand money. She had the desire to enter the financial world, but it seemed the only methods of learning its ins and outs involved indecipherable jargon and boring videos. Sacks took note of the content gap in the personal finance sector and, fueled by her frustration, decided to combine her newfoun

May 23, 2023 • 22:27

286: Helpful Tips To Adjust & Maintain Your Money Mindset

On today’s podcast episode, Dr. Latifah shares key tips on how to adjust your money mindset! Dr Latifah is a Gastroenterologist, money coach, and mama of three little ladies. Seven years ago, she knew zero about money and realized that in order to practice medicine authentically, she had to figure out her finances. She quickly realized that it was never about money math. It was mostly about the mindset. She mastered this for herself and now teaches women physicians how to create wealth from the

May 16, 2023 • 40:50

285: Welcome To Shopping Ban Island!

Perhaps you’ve found yourself in a period of overshopping - We’ve all been there, right? Those extra purchases snuck up on you and now It’s time to visit “shopping ban island!” Well, a stay on shopping ban island can reset your spending habits and put you on the right track to reach your financial goals. Have you noticed a surge in your spending and are ready to reset your spending habits to reach your goals? Tune in! ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: https://clevergirlfinance.co

May 9, 2023 • 12:43

284: Let's Talk About Paying Off Debt: A Q&A Session

Should you save money or pay off debt? What is the best debt repayment method? Should you be investing if you have debt? Should you consolidate your debt? How are you navigating paying off debt? Tune into today’s Q&A session for the answers to these common questions! ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: https://clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: https://clevergirlfinance.com/course-package

May 2, 2023 • 14:48

283: 7 Tips To Stop Eating Out So Much!

From meals out with friends, romantic dinners for two, and family birthdays with the kids, eating out is a fun and sociable way to spend your time! But it could be derailing your budget! Do you eat out a lot? Trying to cut back to save some extra cash? Here are 7 tips to stop eating out so much so you can save some money! ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: https://clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking

Apr 25, 2023 • 8:20

282: How To Establish A Daily Gratitude Routine

Most of us know that it’s important to count our blessings. But not many of us take the time to be thankful for all the great things in our life every day. One way to make gratitude a part of your life is to establish a daily gratitude routine. In today’s episode, we are going to discuss how to establish a daily gratitude routine for yourself. Let’s get into how you can build this practice today! ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: https://clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access t

Apr 18, 2023 • 6:34

281: 9 Money Leaks Affecting Your Finances And How To Fix Them

If you're trying to save, money leaks can be like a small leak in a pail that makes it impossible to fill. By looking at everyday expenses, you can identify any possible money leaks. The goal is to find a way to put those dollars to work for you instead. Are you aware of any money leaks in your finances? Do you have strategies for minimizing any of these money leaks you might have? In today’s episode, we are going to discuss 9 possible money leaks that may be affecting your finances and how to f

Apr 11, 2023 • 16:06

280: How To Save $5,000 In 3 Months

A big part of financial wellness is setting—and meeting—financial goals. Setting a savings goal is one of the most common types of financial goals. For example, you may want to learn how to save $5000 in 3 months. Perhaps you want to save it toward a home downpayment, for a vacation, or to add to your emergency. What would you do with $5,000 if you could save it over the next 3 months? Check out these ideas to save 5000 in 3 months and leverage these actionable tips you can use today! ❤ Get the

Apr 4, 2023 • 9:56

279: Women, The Career Exhaustion Gap And How To Tackle It With Kaliela Osha

On today’s podcast episode, Kaliela Osha shares how women can tackle the career exhaustion gap and create a positive environment for their career growth and success. Kaliela founded Brillie at the end of 2022 out of the clear need to create more gender diversity across workplaces and the observation that though the workplace gender gap starts at the beginning of our careers, there are currently minimal resources available for early-stage career women, primarily due to costs and accessibility. To

Mar 28, 2023 • 46:50

278: How Nika Pursued A Life Of Living Debt-Free!

On today’s podcast episode, Nika Booth shares her tips for debt-free living! Nika is an award-winning debt expert, personal finance content creator, and the Founder of Debt Free Gonnabe. She created Debt Free Gonnabe to document and share her journey to pay off over $200,000 in debt. Now she’s debt free and teaches others how to better manage their money and pay off debt, without sacrificing fun. Nika teaches in a way that is easily understood, relatable, and judgment-free. She won the 2021 P

Mar 14, 2023 • 58:09

277: How To Get On The Same Page With Your Partner When It Comes To Money

On today’s podcast episode, Allison Baggerly shares tips to navigate finances in a relationship so you and your partner can get on the same page! Allison is the author of the book, "Money Made Easy", a podcaster, money coach, and founder of Inspired Budget. As a former teacher, Allison blends her talents for teaching with her passion for personal finances to help others learn how to start budgeting and build a life they love. Allison and her husband paid off over $111,000 of debt on 2 teacher sa

Mar 7, 2023 • 46:16

276: Are You In A Financially Abusive Relationship? Key Action Steps To Take

​In today's episode, we are discussing financial abuse.​ Financial abuse, using money to manipulate and maintain power over another person, is one of the most common forms of domestic abuse. Financial abusers use money as a weapon to assert control over, isolate, and restrict the economic opportunities of another person. Many of us tend to think of financial abuse as taking place in a romantic relationship, such as between a husband and wife or domestic partners.​​ However, financial abuse can a

Feb 28, 2023 • 12:07

275: How To Start A New Chapter In Your Life (It’s OK To Start Over!)

On today's podcast episode, join Esther and Yazmir as they share advice on how to begin a new chapter in your life. Starting a new journey in life might be scary, but it’s a necessary journey that we all go through. Life is about making progress and moving forward. This all comes with change. Sometimes these changes are due to circumstance; other times, they’re by choice. What does it mean to start a new chapter in life? Starting a new chapter means starting things differently. This decision is

Feb 21, 2023 • 20:41

274: How Saving $10k Became The Catalyst For Ar'Sheill To Achieve Financial Success

On today’s podcast episode, Ar’Sheill Monsanto shares her journey to saving money and paying off her mortgage. Ar'Sheill was featured on the Clever Girl Finance platform after saving over $10,000 in one year. She's since made several other financial accomplishments, including becoming mortgage free, selling her property for a six-figure property, building a significant nest egg for her future self, and much more! Ar’Sheill has worked in advocacy, public policy, and community organizing for 15 ye

Feb 14, 2023 • 39:49

273: How To Generate Recurring Income With Your Side Hustle With Lucille Roache

On today’s podcast episode, Lucille Roache shares key tips on how to generate recurring income with your side hustle. Lucille is a Business Startup coach, author, trainer, and host of the Female Startup podcast. She helps new and aspiring female entrepreneurs to develop the skills, tools, and knowledge to identify and attract the right clients and build a business that will last. WHAT LUCILLE DISCUSSED: 1. Examples of successful recurring income streams for a side hustle/business 2. How a new bu

Feb 7, 2023 • 55:48

272: Motherhood, Finding Yourself And Achieving Your Life Goals With Kelsey Smith

On today’s podcast episode, Kelsey Smith discusses how moms can find themselves again and work toward achieving their personal goals - guilt-free. A traumatic experience led Kelsey to her own journey of fulfillment and self-discovery where she had the massive realization that this feeling was far too common for mothers all over the world. Kelsey knew she needed to normalize moms having big dreams + making their own fulfillment a priority, so she created a space that helped women and mothers do

Jan 31, 2023 • 57:28

271: Choosing To Prosper With Your Finances

On today’s podcast episode, join Bola and Esther from team Clever Girl Finance as they discuss how they are intentionally "Choosing To Prosper" with their finances! WHAT BOLA & ESTHER DISCUSSED: - What it means to choose to prosper financially - Why goal-setting is crucial to creating your path to financial success - The significant goals they set that had a positive effect on their overall finances - Financial challenges they overcame in order to achieve their goals - How women can choose to pr

Jan 24, 2023 • 40:27

270: How Lauren Achieved Early Retirement At Age 29

On today’s podcast episode, Lauren Keys shares how she achieved early retirement alongside her husband before she turned 30. Lauren put herself through college by waiting tables and earning merit scholarships. After graduating college debt-free, she worked in marketing at various small businesses. Throughout her eight-year career, she took time to travel, including a six-month sabbatical in Hawaii. By age 29, Lauren had saved and invested enough to retire. She details her journey to financial in

Jan 17, 2023 • 46:42

269: Recognizing And Working Through Workplace Issues: How Women Of Color Can Thrive

On today’s podcast episode, Keesa  C. Schreane joins us to discuss how women of color can thrive in the workplace by recognizing and working through the key issues impacting them. Keesa C. Schreane shares her expertise in creating corporate culture, workplace engagement, and improving corporate ESG as a keynote speaker and workshop facilitator, and in media, appearing in outlets including Black Enterprise, Cheddar News, CNBC, CBS, Essence, FinTech TV, and Latina. She is the co-founder, co-execut

Jan 10, 2023 • 47:37

268: How Working As A Collections Agent Helped Paco Understand The Emotions People Have About Money

On today’s podcast episode, Paco de Leon shares how working as a collection agent helped her understand the emotions people have about money. Paco is an author, illustrator, and musician. She is the founder of The Hell Yeah Group, a financial firm dedicated to inspiring creatives to engage with their personal and business finances, and Hell Yeah, Bookkeeping, a bookkeeping agency for creative businesses. Her career experiences in banking, business consulting, financial planning, and wealth manag

Jan 3, 2023 • 47:29

2023 Goal Setting Session Replay Details + A Big Announcement!

Tune into our 2023 goal-setting session on YouTube! ✨ We covered: - A review of 2022 - Creating a plan for your finances, career, and business - Tips for maintaining your mindset and tackling imposter syndrome + MORE 2023 GOAL SETTING LINK ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/live/djCyHPWsFtA?feature=share DOWNLOAD the accompanying workbook here: https://www.clevergirlfinance.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Choosing-To-Prosper-Workbook.pdf Visit our new site CLEVER GIRL AUTHOR: https://clevergirla

Dec 29, 2022 • 5:51

267: Choosing To Prosper In Your Relationship With Your Partner

On today’s podcast episode, join Bola and Esther from team Clever Girl Finance as they discuss how you can choose to prosper in your relationship by, getting on the same page with your partner and acknowledging what works best for you both as a unit! WHAT BOLA & ESTHER DISCUSSED: - What liability means in a relationship - Why financial independence for women is important regardless of their partner's income - The qualities of a rich husband/partner AND MUCH MORE ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Gir

Dec 20, 2022 • 40:00

2023 Goal Setting Call Announcement + Thank You!

Wishing you and yours a happy holiday season and an incredible new year. Be sure to tune into our 2023 goal-setting session! We'll be covering: - A review of 2022 - Creating a plan for your finances, career, and business - Tips for maintaining your mindset and tackling imposter syndrome + MORE This is going to be a working session so come prepared with your pen and notebook! 📝 DOWNLOAD the accompanying workbook here: https://www.clevergirlfinance.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Choosing-To-Prosp

Dec 20, 2022 • 2:28

266: How To Set “Life & Money” Boundaries With Friends And Family

As much as you love your friends and family, there are times when you need to think about how well those relationships are going. There are many ways to set boundaries in relationships, and you may not realize you need to set a boundary until you suddenly feel frustrated or disrespected. Boundaries are essential for good health, and they make it possible to have high-quality friendships. Today Bola and Esther discuss why setting boundaries can be difficult, reasons why you may need to set bound

Dec 13, 2022 • 33:14

265: Choosing To Prosper By Facing Your Crossroads

On today’s podcast episode, join Bola and Esther from team Clever Girl Finance as they discuss facing crossroads and key tips to navigate through them. WHAT BOLA & ESTHER DISCUSSED: - What it means to be at a crossroads and how to navigate the discomfort of being at one. - The best time to seek mentorship and guidance and how to apply the advice you get - Navigating from failure as you work through your crossroads AND MUCH MORE ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: https://clevergirl

Dec 6, 2022 • 35:55

264: How To Cultivate Healthy And Thriving Friendships In Your Life

On today’s podcast episode, Dawn Paul AKA "The Dr. Dawn" shares key tips to help cultivate healthy and thriving friendships in your life. Dawn Paul is an award-winning certified life coach, author, media personality, entrepreneur, and national public speaker. You can listen to her radio show, "It's No Judgment! Just Realness!" live every Thursday 7-10 PM CST on Raise The Praise 100 where she brings engaging and entertaining interviews and takes audience prayer requests and life love questions. D

Nov 29, 2022 • 44:38

263: How You Can Be A Conscious Spender While Building Wealth With Cindy Zuniga-Sanchez

On today’s podcast episode, Cindy Zuniga-Sanchez shares how you can be a conscious spender while building wealth! Cindy Zuniga-Sanchez, Esq. is a money coach, speaker, and the founder of Zero-Based Budget Coaching LLC. After graduating from law school in 2015 with $215,000 of debt, Cindy documented her debt payoff journey on social media, while sharing the personal finance knowledge that she was learning in a simple and relatable way. She has spoken to thousands and coached hundreds on budgetin

Nov 15, 2022 • 56:16

262: What It's Like To Be A “First Generation” Investor With Mabel Nunez

On today’s podcast episode, Mabel Nunez shares her experience being the first investor in her family. Mabel is the founder and Chief Education Officer at Girls on The Money - a stock market investing education company for underrepresented individuals in the investing world. She is passionate about helping women feel more confident around money topics and empowering them to create wealth. Mabel teaches highly-rated courses centered on stock market investing and is also the author of two best-sell

Nov 8, 2022 • 41:02

261: Your Step By Step Guide To Stacking Your Benjamins! With Emily Guy Birken

On today’s podcast episode, Emily Guy Birken shares key tips to help us start stacking our Benjamins and building real wealth! Emily is a former educator, lifelong money nerd, and a Plutus Award-winning freelance writer who specializes in the scientific research behind irrational money behaviors. Her background in education allows her to make complex financial topics relatable and easily understood by the layperson. Her work has appeared in The Huffington Post, Business Insider, Kiplinger's, MSN

Nov 1, 2022 • 47:42

260: How To Get Over Your Fear Of Speaking Up & Public Speaking With Jasmine Williams

On today’s podcast episode, Jasmine Williams guides us through overcoming the fear of speaking up/public speaking. After an unexpected loss in her freshman year of college, Jasmine Williams hit rock bottom. With no clear roadmap to cope, she struggled to get her mental health back on track. Now as an Adversity + Resilience Speaker, she teaches audiences how failure and adversity can help them grow. Using her firsthand experiences, Jasmine helps audiences support classmates and colleagues through

Oct 25, 2022 • 41:43

259: How Yinka Got Her Finances Back On Track After A Major Income Loss

On today’s podcast episode, Adeyinka Adegbenle shares how she got back on track and adjusted her mindset after losing 65% of her household income. Ade(Yinka) is a former financial service professional turned Excellence Strategist, Educator, and Author.  At the height of the 2009 recession, she lost her revered job in the financial services sector. She was also heavily pregnant and had also just recently purchased a house. She and her husband were young and weren’t financially disciplined. That e

Oct 18, 2022 • 34:24

258: How Mani & Jay Leverage Accountability To Achieve Their Financial Goals

On today’s podcast episode, Mani and Jay share just how being accountability partners has helped them achieve their financial goals. Mani and Jay are two young black women who have been friends for over 10 years and they are dedicated to helping one another achieve financial success. Their podcast "Fine & Filthy Rich" was created out of their desire to become more literate financially as well as build a safe space for women to gain financial freedom. They hail from the beautiful city of Denver,

Oct 11, 2022 • 39:09

257: Channeling Into Your Greatness To Achieve Success In Your Career(And Life)

On today’s podcast episode, Isimemen(Isi) Aladejobi shares exactly how you can channel into your greatness to achieve success in your career and life! Isimemen is a wife, mom, business & career growth strategist and founder of Powerful Women Make Power Moves (PWMPMoves) and Fulfilled, a community of Black women determined to win in their careers and their lives. Through her signature program, Fulfilled, she has helped hundreds of Black women identify and secure their dream jobs using authentic n

Oct 4, 2022 • 47:17

256: Wholesome Living Tips For Moms On A Budget With Nadia Bandukda

On today’s podcast episode, Nadia Bandukda shares key wholesome living tips for moms on a budget! Nadia is a wanderer through life and a lover of spice. She is the eldest child of a Pakistani mother who emigrated to the US by way of Canada and a Kenyan father of Indian-Pakistani descent who grew up in Nairobi, London, Hawaii, and New York City. Her parents met in an Indian sweetshop in New York, and thus began her story (and also her natural sweet tooth and love for the world). She is a mother o

Sep 27, 2022 • 55:04

255: Key Tips For Women Navigating Workplace Challenges With Daniela Pierre-Bravo

On today’s podcast episode, Daniela Pierre-Bravo shares her personal journey to her career success as a formerly undocumented Latina. Daniela Pierre-Bravo is a best-selling author, public speaker, and MSNBC reporter for Morning Joe. She is a contributor and producer for NBC’s “Know Your Value” platform and co-author of Earn It! A former Cosmopolitan magazine columnist, Pierre-Bravo has written on career advice, mental health, and financial wellness with an emphasis on women of color. Her work ha

Sep 20, 2022 • 33:46

254: Coping With Inflation & Big Changes We’ve Implemented (Yazmir & Esther’s Podcast Takeover)

Tune into this episode where Yazmir and Esther take over the podcast to share how they are managing their finances during these times of high inflation and the big financial changes they have made to stay on top of their goals! ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: https://clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: https://clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages/ ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog:

Sep 13, 2022 • 39:25

253: Creating A Money And Life/Work Balance - Is It Possible?

On today’s podcast episode, Loretta Turner shares why it's important to establish balance in life when it comes to work and finances and how to make it possible. Loretta is a San Diego-based accredited mindfulness coach and employee wellness strategist. With over a decade of experience in the nonprofit and wellness sectors, Loretta brings a mindful, people-centered, and mission-driven approach to developing individuals and transforming organizational cultures. Loretta strongly believes that “it

Sep 6, 2022 • 33:58

252: Reflecting & Taking Control Of Your Life | Choosing To Prosper! Book Launch Event

Tune into this discussion on the topic of "reflecting on who you are" from the book launch event with Clever Girl Finance Founder Bola Sokunbi celebrating her new book, "Choosing to Prosper! Triumphing Over Adversity, Breaking Out of Comfort Zones, and Achieving Your Life And Money Dreams". ❤ Get your copy of Choosing To Prosper: https://amzn.to/3dSn2Zq ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: https://clevergirlfinance.com/course-packa

Aug 30, 2022 • 46:36

251: Investing While Surviving During Uncertain Times with Jully-Alma Taveras

On today’s podcast episode, Jully-Alma Tavera joins us to talk about investing during economic uncertainty and high inflation. Jully-Alma Taveras also known online as Investing Latina, is a Plutus Award-winning bilingual (Spanish) personal finance expert. She writes for publications like CNBC, Time's Next Advisor, HuffPost, and others on money topics ranging from saving to investing. On her YouTube channel, she tells money stories from the lens of a Dominican Republic-born immigrant living in Ne

Aug 23, 2022 • 42:59

250: Ways To Save Money On A Limited Budget Or Low Income

Trying to save money on a low income can feel challenging, but don’t let a low salary deter you from your savings goals! You should not feel like you can’t save towards goals like retirement or a home down payment. When you have a limited budget it can be discouraging, but don’t allow that to stop you from the future that you want. Consider taking the first step today because once you do, you’ll find additional ways to save money on a low income as you make progress. Join Bola and Yazmir as they

Aug 9, 2022 • 37:30

249: Key Tips For Navigating A Recession And Times Of High Inflation

The word recession creates a feeling of discomfort for many people and comes with a lot of negatives such as market declines, job losses, and more. Today we will discuss the impact of a recession and inflation and key tips to protect your personal finances. CATCH OUT OTHER LIVE SESSION REPLAYS: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhyh7wVTaE1IZRcbGOZA_c4Hy6QdV2EHt ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: https://clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets,

Aug 2, 2022 • 24:06

248: How To Be Bold And Courageous With Your Career While Creating Your Unique Blueprint

On today’s podcast episode, Bolanle Williams-Olley discusses what it means to be bold and courageous on your career path and provides practical guidance on exactly how you can do it. Bolanle Williams-Olley is chief financial officer and co-owner of Mancini Duffy, a technology-first design firm based in NYC. She is the bestselling author of Build Boldly, chart your unique career path and lead with courage, a practical playbook written to ignite individuals and leaders to craft their own career pl

Jul 26, 2022 • 46:34

247: Yazmir & Esther's Podcast Takeover - Choosing To Prosper Discussion

Join Yazmir and Esther as their their candid thoughts about Bola Sokunbi's new book, Choosing To Prosper! ❤ Pick up a copy of Choosing to Prosper: Triumphing Over Adversity, Breaking Out of Comfort Zones, Achieving Your Life and Money Dreams: https://amzn.to/3ya5Tk8 ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: https://clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: https://clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us o

Jul 19, 2022 • 33:18

246: Words Of Gratitude - Don't Give Up On Your Dreams

❤ Pick up a copy of Choosing to Prosper: Triumphing Over Adversity, Breaking Out of Comfort Zones, Achieving Your Life and Money Dreams: https://amzn.to/3ya5Tk8 ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: https://clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: https://clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Instagram: http://instagram.com/clevergirlfinance

Jul 5, 2022 • 10:05

245: Don’t Let Imposter Syndrome Mess With Your Goals!

Is imposter syndrome keeping you stuck? Join Bola and Yazmir to discuss chapter 8 of the new book, “Choosing To Prosper!“. In this weekly YouTuBe LIVE discussion, you’ll learn just what imposter syndrome is and how it can impact your life. Plus you’ll also learn how Bola overcame her own imposter syndrome as well as get key tips on how not to let imposter syndrome mess with your goals. Imposter syndrome is unavoidable for many of us, it is something you can deal with and overcome. Don’t let impo

Jun 28, 2022 • 35:43

244: From Saving $179k In 2 Years To Building A Successful Full-Time Business With Jamila Souffrant

On today’s podcast episode, Jamila Souffrant shares her transition to building a successful business after saving $179k with her husband in 2 years. Jamila is an author and the host of the Journey To Launch podcast. She is considered a go-to thought leader in the personal finance field and her work has been featured in BuzzFeed, ESSENCE, Refinery 29, Money Magazine, CNBC, CBS, Business Insider and more. The Journey To Launch Podcast has over 3+ million total downloads and was listed by the NYTim

Jun 21, 2022 • 38:05

243: The Parallels Between Your Health/Diet And Your Finances

On today’s podcast episode, Melissa Landry shares the parallels between health/diet and your finances and how to maintain a healthy approach to your overall wellbeing. Melissa is an "anti-diet" Registered Dietitian specializing in Intuitive Eating for women in bigger bodies. A former weight loss research Dietitian, Melissa left the industry to speak out on what the research shows: 95% of diets fail and often leave us mentally and physically less healthy than where we started! Inspired by her mot

Jun 14, 2022 • 52:00

I'd Love To Meet You In NYC At The Choosing To Prosper Book Launch Event!

Join us for a book signing + discussion event with Clever Girl Finance Founder Bola Sokunbi to celebrate her new book, Choosing To Prosper! This event will take place in midtown Manhattan NYC - We can't wait to see you! SCHEDULE: - 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM: Arrivals + Book Signing - 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM: Discussions + Q&A sessions Get your tickets today >> https://www.eventbrite.com/e/choosing-to-prosper-the-nyc-book-launch-event-with-bola-sokunbi-tickets-339911764237 And be sure to preorder your cop

Jun 10, 2022 • 2:12

242: The Good The Bad And Backlash Of Saving 100k

On July 6th, 2022, Bola Sokunbi’s new book, Choosing to Prosper! Triumphing Over Adversity, Breaking Out of Comfort Zones, and Achieving Dreams will be released. In it, Bola delivers an uplifting and practical message of success and resilience in the face of formidable obstacles. Join Bola and Yazmir in this special Q&A interview to discuss Chapter 5 of Choosing To Prosper! about the good, the bad, and the backlash of Bola saving $100K, her lessons learned, growing thick skin, and practical tips

Jun 7, 2022 • 26:02

241: How Corazon And Her Husband Paid Off $150,000 In 3 Years!

On today’s podcast episode, Corazon Akinyi shares how she and her husband paid off $150,000 in just 3 years! Corazon is a public health professional and personal finance enthusiast who paid off $150,000 of debt alongside her husband. Although personal finance was not a cornerstone of what she grew up on, she taught herself personal finance principles that helped her to invest in real estate, save, pay off debt and start a business. She founded CorazonAkinyi, where she teaches working professiona

May 31, 2022 • 34:00

240: Get On Top Of Your Business Finances Plus Key Year-Round Tax Planning Tips!

Calling all business owners and aspiring business owners - tune into this episode with Charietta Hill for key tips on how to manage your business finances! Charietta is an entrepreneur and business consultant. With over 10 years in public accounting, corporate finance and leadership. Her career expands over several industries including banking, manufacturing, healthcare, and finance. She worked her way up from an entry-level position to earn her seat at the executive table. She brings this same

May 24, 2022 • 40:21

239: People Will Always Judge You And That's Ok!

Join Bola, Carli, and Yazmir from team Clever Girl Finance in this video to discuss the fact that people will always judge you and why it’s important to share your story and experiences regardless, because of the people your story will positively impact! ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: https://clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages/ ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: https://clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Instagram

May 10, 2022 • 21:08

238: How Cassidy Paid Off $18,000 In 10 Months & Then Went On To Triple Her Income

On today’s podcast episode: Cassidy Horton is a personal finance copywriter and money nerd. She first became interested in finance after paying off $18,000 in debt within 10 months of graduating college. She later went on to triple her salary in two years by ditching her 8-to-5 to write for a living. Cassidy earned her MBA and bachelor's in public relations from Georgia Southern University. Today, she's passionate about helping personal finance brands reach *their* people through content marketi

May 3, 2022 • 43:33

237: How Real Estate Helped Ogechi Pay Off Debt, Replace Her Income & Start Building Wealth

On today’s podcast episode Ogechi shares how she purchased her first property at 21 and paid off her $26,000 student loan debt by leveraging real estate. Today, Ogechi is a personal, finance educator, real estate investor, coach, and founder of OneSavvyDollar. She primarily helps renters who want to become homeowners or real estate investors and homeowners who want to become real estate investors so they can build real wealth. She now has a real estate portfolio that generates a six-figure reven

Apr 26, 2022 • 52:13

236: The Simplest Pleasures In Life You Can Leverage For Free!

Benjamin Franklin once said, “Happiness consists more in small conveniences or pleasures that occur every day, than in great pieces of good fortune that happen seldom to a man in the course of his life.” The easiest way to find joy every day is by prioritizing and enjoying life’s simplest pleasures. You don’t have to wait for those big moments or milestones to make you happy. Join Bola and Yazmir from team CGF to explore 5 simple pleasures that you can begin enjoying today! ❤ Get the best-sellin

Apr 19, 2022 • 30:21

235: The Parallels Of Being A Physician And Impact Real Estate Investor

On today’s podcast episode, Dr. Nancy Huynh shares how she began investing in real estate alongside her demanding medical career. Dr. Nancy Huynh is a mom, physician, eye surgeon, entrepreneur, and impact real estate investor. Nancy started investing in real estate to create passive income, hoping to regain control of her time and stop trading time for money. She currently owns and operates a real estate investment portfolio in the Atlanta area. She founded Clear Vision Investing to not only gr

Apr 12, 2022 • 36:32

234: Establishing The Right Mindset For Paying Off Debt

On today’s podcast episode, Ayana Campbell shares her journey to debt freedom as well as how you can establish the right mindset for paying off debt. Ayana is the founder of Millennial Money Guide™, and is a debt-free money coach with a passion for helping millennial women and couples get unstuck so they can ditch debt, save more, and win with money! Through her Instagram, blog, and coaching programs, Ayana shares practical tips and money advice to help young adults navigate the sometimes intimi

Apr 5, 2022 • 26:29

233: Starting A Business Partnership With A Friend - What You Need To Know!

Think that female business partnerships have to be toxic? Think again. Tara Faquir & Leah Del Percio, co-founders of Trustate, are the examples of independent female leaders and partners who have grown together to form a company where their employees don't just come to work, they come to flourish and build a career. On today's podcast episode, they share key tips on how to build a successful business partnership! Tara Faquir is Co-Founder and COO of Trustate and earned her B.S. in economics from

Mar 29, 2022 • 47:46

232: Key Reasons Why Comparison Is A Terrible Idea!

Comparing ourselves to others may seem harmless or even healthy because we see it as a way to measure up to others. But we should never compare ourselves to others because it can leave us unhappy and exhausted. Today Bola and Yazmir from team CGF will discuss three key reasons why you should never compare yourself to others. ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: https://clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite bank

Mar 22, 2022 • 33:01

231: Starting A Career In Fashion PLUS Affordable Styling Tips

On today’s podcast episode, Breanna Adams talks to us about starting a career in fashion as a fashion expert/influencer. She also shares key styling tips applicable to everyone. Breanna Adams is a fashion expert and wardrobe stylist based in Los Angeles, CA. Throughout her corporate career in fashion, Breanna has worked at iconic fashion houses - Gucci, BGBG, and bebe Stores inc. further cultivating her love for fashion and style. As the owner of BREANNA MARIE STYLING, Breanna seamlessly elevate

Mar 15, 2022 • 40:53

230: How Doing DoorDash Helped Ayo Pay Off $45,000 In Student Loans

On today's podcast episode, Ayooluwa Ijarogbe shares her personal story of how she used DoorDash to pay off $45,000 in student loans. Ayooluwa is a chartered attorney who moved to the United States to obtain her master's degree. She was determined to pay off her $45,000 school loan in 12 months completely through her DoorDash earnings. While investing aggressively on her FI/RE journey, she also teaches women about financial literacy through her platform My Finance Center. WHAT AYOOLUWA DISCUSSED

Mar 8, 2022 • 31:00

229: Money Lessons From The Tinder Swindler!

Let’s talk about the Tinder Swindler! Netflix released a documentary about a man who goes by the alias, Simon Leviev, who meets women on Tinder and deceives them into sending him a lot of money. Simon starts by meeting women in person to show him his lavish style and influence by inviting them to restaurants, five-star hotels, and private jet trips. In a short period of time, Simon gives the women a lot of love and affection and asks them to be his girlfriend. Once Simon gains the women’s trust

Mar 1, 2022 • 29:29

228: Is A Financial Advisor Worth It?

Have you considered getting a financial advisor? Not sure if you need one or not? How do you find the right financial advisor and what questions should you ask them? Not to worry! Today, we'll discuss what a financial advisor is, if it's worth having one, how to find one, and the key questions to ask them! ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: https://clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: http

Feb 22, 2022 • 9:55

227: Why Financial Wellness Is Critical For Women Of Color

The financial well-being of women of color is more critical than ever in today’s world. Did you know the median net worth for single black women is just $200 and $100 for Latinas? This is despite women of color obtaining college and graduate degrees and opening businesses in high numbers! Join Bola and Yazmir from team CGF for this discussion on why the financial well being for women of color is critical. ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: https://clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get

Feb 15, 2022 • 33:30

226: Are You A Financial Adult? Financial Adulting 101 With Ashley Feinstein Gerstley

On today’s podcast episode, Ashley Feinstein Gerstley breaks down what it really means to be a financial adult! Ashley is the author of Financial Adulting, a guide that breaks down everything you need to be a financially confident and conscious adult. She is also a money coach, author of The 30-Day Money Cleanse, and the Founder of the Fiscal Femme, a money platform on a mission to end inequality through financial well-being. As a trusted money expert, she has appeared on or been quoted in The F

Feb 8, 2022 • 32:36

225: Key Tips To Organize Your Life And Finances For Success

On today’s podcast episode, Christina Hidek shares key tips to help organize your life and finances. Christina is an attorney turned Organizing Guru + Decluttering coach (aka Professional Organizer) in Cleveland, Ohio who helps people with their clutter problems using reality-based strategies. When she's not sorting through paper piles or dropping off client's donations she can be found volunteering at the PTA concession stand at her children's school, weeding her garden or cheering on her under

Feb 1, 2022 • 30:09

224: How Amanda Went From A Failed Business To Owning Over 80 Mobile Home Lots

On today’s episode of the podcast, Amanda Cruise shares how she went from a failed business to owning over 80 mobile home lots! Amanda lives in Raleigh, NC with her husband and two kids. She spent years in the W-2 world loving her job and then realized she was pulled to create her own business. After having her first baby and returning from maternity leave, she started her first business. The business ended up being a total failure but in 2018, she pivoted into real estate investing. Starting wi

Jan 25, 2022 • 37:26

223: How Tanya Went From Poverty To A 7 Figure Portfolio

On today’s episode, Tanya Taylor shares the steps she took to build a 7 figure portfolio after growing up in poverty and arriving in the U.S. on her own as a then undocumented immigration. MORE ABOUT TANYA Tanya is a CPA, MBA and financial coach based in New York City and the Founder & CEO of Grow Your Wealth . She helps professionals and small business owners ditch bad debt and create a 6 or 7 figure retirement income by learning how money works, so that they can build a legacy without feeling

Jan 18, 2022 • 36:18

222: How Stephanie Increased Her Income And Then Identified And Addressed Her Money Trauma

After experiencing money as an extreme burden in her life, Stephanie increased her income from $12,000 a year to $98,0000 but she quickly realized, “more money, same problems!”. Through mindset work, inner child healing, and much more, She was able to strengthen her emotional intelligence with money and now works to help others do the same. WHAT STEPHANIE DISCUSSED: * How money was an extreme burden in her life in the early stages of her financial journey * How she increased her income by $86k f

Jan 11, 2022 • 35:47

221: Paying Off $123k And Creating Joint Financial Goals As A Couple

In this episode, learn how Anjie and her husband paid off their $123k debt! Anjie is a millennial wife, mother and is the co-founder of Rich by Intention, alongside her husband. After paying off $123K of student loan debt in a year, Anjie and her husband are now on a path to financial freedom. Their story has been featured on Good Morning America, Business Insider, and Black Enterprise. Rich by Intention’s mission is to empower couples to manage money and everyday life with intention. Additional

Jan 4, 2022 • 50:26

220: Goal Setting For 2022: Lay Out Your Goals To Succeed!

Tune into this 2022 goal-setting session! ✨ We cover: 💪 Your money mindset 💪 A review of 2021 and how to create a plan for 2022 💪 The key actions you need to take in order to succeed with your finances AND MUCH MORE This is going to be a working session so come prepared with your pen and notebook! 📝 A portion of this LIVE SESSION is brought to you by FICO. Be sure to check out additional resources from FICO using the links below: - myFICO Educational Resources: https://tinyurl.com/2p95avmw -

Dec 30, 2021 • 1:07:08

219: Podcast Takeover- Esther & Yazmir Share Their Financial Journeys

It's a podcast takeover! Join Esther and Yazmir from team Clever Girl Finance as they share their financial journeys, mistakes, lessons learned, and future goals! ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: https://clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: https://clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: https://clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Instagram: http:

Dec 21, 2021 • 39:47

218: Emotional Reasoning And The Impact On Your Finances

Emotional reasoning is a type of faulty thinking in which a person concludes that something is true based on their emotional reaction. Join Bola and Yazmir as they discuss: - How emotional reasoning can impact your finances - Key tips to combat it and become more objective CATCH OUR OTHER LIVE YOUTUBE SESSION REPLAYS: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhyh7wVTaE1IZRcbGOZA_c4Hy6QdV2EHt ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: https://clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ f

Dec 14, 2021 • 30:05

217: How Brooke Went From A Negative Net Worth To Travelling The World

Meet Brooke Tomasetti. She’s used personal finance knowledge, investing, remote work, and real estate to build the life of her dreams. She’s had several big accomplishments including paying off $15,000 of student loans in just 18 months, building a six-figure net worth in 4 years, and selling her real estate investment for a $75,000 profit. * How she was able to pay her $15,000 of student loan debt in 18 months while earning under $45,000 per year before taxes. * How she increased her net worth

Dec 7, 2021 • 40:15

216: The Emotion Behind Your Debt And Why It Might Be Keeping You Stuck With Alejandra Rojas

Today Alejandra Rojas discusses the emotions that hold people back when it comes to financial wellness and how she tackled these emotions to achieve her own financial freedom. Alejandra is a Finance professional & coach helping modern millennials feel confident with money and helping them create a strong financial foundation. With experience in corporate and personal finances, Alejandra’s vision is to humanize finances so people can truly enjoy their lives. WHAT ALEJANDRA DISCUSSED: - Her person

Nov 30, 2021 • 31:26

215: Tips To Avoid Overspending This Holiday Season!

As the holidays approach, we are stepping into the busiest shopping season of the year! However, if you’re trying to save money, this season can be challenging! Join Bola, Esther, and Yazmir from team Clever Girl Finance to learn key tips to avoid overspending this holiday season! CATCH OUT OTHER LIVE SESSION REPLAYS ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhyh7wVTaE1IZRcbGOZA_c4Hy6QdV2EHt ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: https://clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get acce

Nov 24, 2021 • 23:52

214: Buy Now Pay Later - Good Idea?

Every retail website seems to be offering one of these buy now pay later options. However, when it comes to "buy now, pay later", it can be a very slippery slope. In this video, we'll go over how it all works, the pros and cons, and how to create a much better alternative for yourself! ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: clevergirlfinance.com/course-pack

Nov 16, 2021 • 7:10

213: Deeper Than Work - Achieving Your Dream Job Is Possible With Dorianne St. Fleur

Let’s talk about achieving your dream job and how to make it possible! Today’s podcast guest is Dorianne St. Fleur, a high-performance mindset and career coach, corporate trainer, speaker, and sought-after thought leader. Her mission is to eliminate the pay and leadership gaps for women of color in the corporate world. WHAT DORIANNE DISCUSSED: - The most harrowing and toxic season of her entire career and how she navigated it - What the thriver mentality is and how to leverage it in your life -

Nov 9, 2021 • 25:48

212: How Ashley Paid Off Over $84,000 In 17 Months

Meet Ashley, a meal planning, money managing, motivating mommy on a mission to help inspire millennials and moms like herself to build a solid financial footing while dumping consumer and student loan debt! MORE ABOUT ASHLEY She has a career in construction project management where she leads multi-million dollar projects and has also scaled into her passion of personal finance and advocacy. As the founder of “Talk Cash With Ash”, a finance brand, her mission is to inspire and motivate others to

Nov 2, 2021 • 31:39

211: Podcast Takeover! Team CGF's Yazmir Interviews Bola On Money, Business And More!

On today's episode of the podcast Team CGF's Yazmir interviews Bola on money, business, and more! Enjoy listening! ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages/ ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/clevergirlfinance

Oct 26, 2021 • 44:53

210: How Mel Is Choosing Financial Wellness, Tackling A $6k Credit Card And A $40k Business Loan

Today's guest on the podcast is Mel, a registered nurse of 13 years who is also trained as a realtor and cosmetic tattoo artist. She also considers herself to be a serial "dabbler" when it comes to careers and hobbies that become side hustles. I Recently, the pandemic has forced Mel to take a beautiful and blessed pause. She realized that if she wanted to continue to live her best life and create the best life with her husband and their young son, good financial planning needed to happen. WHAT M

Oct 19, 2021 • 41:38

209: 4 Key Reasons Why Your Budget Isn't Working

Do you find yourself feeling like your budget just doesn't work? Is there always something that throws you off each month? If your answer is "yes" or "sometimes", you may be overlooking some key things that have a direct impact on whether your budget works for you or not! In this episode, learn 4 key reasons why your budget might not be working! ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our

Oct 5, 2021 • 6:31

208: How A Low Buy Year Changed Christinas Life And Relationship With Money

Today Christina Mychas is sharing how a low buy year changed her life and her relationship with money! Christina is a lifestyle vlogger behind the youtube channel and Instagram account, Christina Mychas. She is also a full time pharmacist living in Toronto, Canada. On her social media channels, Christina shares insights into intentional living, minimalism and mindful spending as she openly works her way through paying off $120K of student loan debt and overcoming a shopping addiction. Christina

Sep 29, 2021 • 29:09

207: Financial And Emotional Recovery After Divorce With Wendy Sterling

On today’s episode special guest Wendy Sterling shares how to go about financial and emotional recovery after a divorce. Wendy is a top divorce media personality, International Divorce Coach, Life Transition Specialist, and founder of The Divorce Rehab™. She helps newly divorced men and women, who are having trouble moving forward and tired of feeling stuck, pain, fear, resentment, anger, and guilt to find joy, self-worth, and freedom. Wendy has been featured on NBC, Thrive Global, Medium, Hello

Sep 21, 2021 • 38:04

206: Getting The Hell Out Of Debt After $2 Million Of Personal Debt!

Today’s guest on the podcast is Erin Skye Kelly. Erin is a bestselling and award-winning author, keynote speaker, and entrepreneur who recently released the book “Get the Hell Out of Debt'' which teaches financial literacy in a way that is approachable, entertaining, and inspiring. On today’s podcast episode, she shares her story of how she paid off $2 million of personal debt over a 7 year period. She enlisted the help of financial professionals but grew frustrated when their debt consolidation

Sep 14, 2021 • 39:15

205: How Niqua Paid Her $21k Student Loans Off On A 50k Salary in 11 Months!

Today’s guest on the podcast is Niqua of Financially winning! She completed her debt-free journey in May 2021, tackling $21K of student loan debt in 11 months. Originally from the Virgin Islands, she moved to the US mainland on her own at the age of 18. Niqua uses Financially Winning to focus on providing resources and tips to help individuals with their finances, from budgeting to debt payoff and more! She is also a travel blogger, owns an Etsy Shop, and provides personalized coaching sessions,

Sep 7, 2021 • 33:33

204: Changing My Approach To Budgeting

On today's I'm sharing why it's ok to change your approach to budgeting and the changes I've made recently that have allowed me to stay on top of my budget! ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages/ ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/clevergirlfinance

Aug 24, 2021 • 9:59

203: 4 Bad Money Habits To Avoid And Good Ones To Build

On today's episode learn the 4 bad money habits you need to drop now if you find yourself guilty of them! It’s really important to stop bad money habits as soon as possible because they can prevent you from reaching your financial goals. Bad habits take time to build and time to unlearn but the good news is it's totally possible to do. Tune in to learn how! ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challeng

Aug 17, 2021 • 8:17

202: Building Wealth As A First Generation Everything (Rosemary's Story)

On today's episode, Rosemary shares what it really means to grow up as a first-generation everything. Rosemary is a "Zennial" first-generation immigrant on a journey of building first-generation wealth. When she graduated from college, she landed a job in tech making over double what her family brought home per year. After her first year of working, she received a promotion, another one in her second year, and switched jobs in her third year to get a 43% salary increase. Throughout this time Ros

Aug 10, 2021 • 38:42

201: Millionaire Mindsets You Need Right Now To Succeed

Having a millionaire's mindset and changing the way you think is ultimately about growth and staying focused until you reach your desired outcome but you have to think a certain way so you can start acting a certain way in order to make progress towards your goals! On today’s episode, learn the 10 millionaire mindsets you need to have if you truly want to succeed and build long-term wealth. ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free cou

Aug 3, 2021 • 9:47

199: Starting A Business With Friends, Hiring, Growth, And Other Lessons Learned With Daniella Genas

On today’s episode, our special guest is Daniella Genas and she shares key tips for women building businesses. She is a multi-award-winning entrepreneur, business growth consultant & innovation expert. Through her business, She’s The Boss International Daniella helps SMEs to transform their businesses. She has used her techniques, experience, and training to generate significant results among the companies she has worked with. Key metrics include increased turnover and profits, increased staff,

Jul 20, 2021 • 53:27

200: Financial Wellness As The Ultimate Self Care With Jessica Moorhouse

On today’s episode, our special guest is Jessica Moorhouse and she shares how pursuing financial wellness can be the ultimate self care. Jessica is a money expert, Accredited Financial Counsellor Canada®, speaker, award-winning personal finance blogger and, host of the popular More Money Podcast. Having graduated Simon Fraser University in 2009 with a degree in film, as a way to learn more about personal finance and teach others, Jessica took a left turn and launched her first personal finance b

Jul 19, 2021 • 33:48

198: Make Your Next Career Move Your Best Career Move With Kimberly Cummings

Today's episode of the podcast is all about how to make your next move your best move with special guest Kimberly B. Cummings. Kimberly is a career + leadership expert whose mission is to help women and people of color navigate the workplace, make more money, and become industry leaders. Her personal and professional development company, Manifest Yourself, LLC, provides organizations with tailor-made solutions to hire, develop, engage, and retain women and people of color. Her work has been feat

Jul 13, 2021 • 29:39

197: My Side Hustle Story + CGF Book 3 Is Here!!

ANNOUNCEMENT YAY! Get your copy of "The Side Hustle Guide" and other best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books My new book, The Side Hustle Guide, Which is my 3rd book in the Clever Girl Finance book series comes out on June 29th, 2021 and so I wanted to use this opportunity to share my side hustle stories with you! I’m extremely passionate about side hustles and feel strongly about how leveraging a side hustle can help accelerate your goals and it's worked for me! Enjo

Jun 29, 2021 • 14:49

196: Starting Over Building A Life Focused On Financial Wellness + Tips For Single Moms

In today's episode, Anita Dakara shares how she started over with building a life focused on financial wellness and key tips for single moms navigating a fresh start. . Anita is a Nigerian woman who calls Atlanta home. She has been blogging on and off since 2012 at www.berrydakara.com and started the Mommy Oyoyo Podcast in 2019, where she covers topics around motherhood that are relevant to the modern African woman. Anita is also one of our amazing Clever Girl Finance mentors! WHAT ANITA SHARED

Jun 22, 2021 • 43:18

195: Tips & Tricks For Sticking To Your Grocery Budget

Do you struggle with sticking to your grocery budget? Join the club! In this video, I share the tips and tricks that help me stick to my grocery budget that you can leverage too to save more money! ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages/ ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Inst

Jun 15, 2021 • 12:01

194: Starting A Financial Journey & Addressing Your Limiting Beliefs With Lauren Williams

Lauren Williams is the Host and Producer of the Imperfectly Phenomenal Woman podcast. In each episode, she talks with women about the limiting beliefs that hold them back from living fully and authentically and, on today’s episode she shares her own limiting beliefs as she goes on her financial journey in this conversation. For years, Lauren has been on a journey toward finding peace in who she is and, each day, she gets closer and closer to building the life of her dreams. She began the process

Jun 8, 2021 • 38:44

193: How Your Favorite Influencers May Be Keeping You Broke

Do you find that you spend more money than you need to from following different influencers? Well, influencers can have a strong effect on how you spend your money especially in this day and age of hauls & unboxing mania! In this episode, learn some key tips to help you keep more of your money, spend more intentionally, and minimize shopping regrets! ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and

Jun 1, 2021 • 12:35

192: How Andrea Built Financial Security Living On $1750 A Month As A Single Mother For 6 Years

At the height of the 2008 recession, Andrea Ewalefo became a single mom, and with a 20-month-old to care for and no job. But something was different; Andrea had recently received financial education and training and knew what she needed to do to overcome the odds. Despite living on about $1750/mo for over 6 years, Andrea never missed a payment, kept her credit score in the mid 600s, and even opened investment accounts for her and her son. Now, Andrea is about to graduate with a JD/MBA, and with

May 25, 2021 • 46:09

191: How Vickii Paid Off Her $70,000(£50,000)Debt

After being told a student loan was 'good debt' Vicki took her first loan and then went on to get credit cards and store cards and ended up owing over $70,000 (£50,000). She slowly dug herself out of debt by working endlessly and starting her own business. In this episode, Vicki shares her journey to debt freedom and navigating life after losing her dad, who was invaluable on her journey. WHAT WAS DISCUSSED - What led Vickii to her “enough is enough moment” - The types of debts she owed and thei

May 11, 2021 • 41:55

Exciting Updates!

I'm sharing two super exciting updates today! Be sure to tune in :) ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages/ ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/clevergirlfinance

May 11, 2021 • 2:47

190: How Moms Can Prioritize Financial Wellness With Catherine Alford

On today's episode, Catherine Alford joins me to discuss how moms can prioritize their financial wellness. Catherine is a nationally recognized financial educator who started her business with a $10 domain name and grew it into a multifaceted, six-figure digital media company. She is the creator of www.CatherineAlford.com, the co-founder of www.MillennialHomeowner.com, and the author of the book Mom's Got Money: A millennial mom's guide to managing money like a boss. Through her work, she offers

May 4, 2021 • 29:08

189: What To Do With Money Once You Pay Off Debt!

Today’s podcast is all about what to do with money once you get to the other side of debt and financial coach Mrs. Miller is here to share her own personal experience! Mrs. Miller is a Latina and native New Yorker. She is a first-generation college graduate and daughter of an immigrant who is on the FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) journey along with her husband. In her 20s she was a high-income earner yet living paycheck to paycheck. Today she's on her way to being financially indepe

Apr 20, 2021 • 54:36

188: Is "People Pleasing" Keeping You Broke? Here's What To Do!

Did you know that being a people pleaser can completely derail your finances? Plus you may be "people-pleasing" without even realizing it. In this episode, learn how you can identify when you are people-pleasing as well as key tips on how to act differently! ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages/ ❤ Read the Clever Girl

Apr 13, 2021 • 8:52

187: Key Mortgage And Renters Relief Programs You Need To Know About

This episode is brought to you by Fannie Mae and covers key mortgage and rent relief options you need to know about. Millions of Americans are financially impacted by the COVID-19 crisis. You or someone you know has likely been impacted economically by COVID-19 through a furlough, job loss, or a business closure – all of which leads to an inability to partially or fully pay the mortgage, rent and other bills. And so on this episode, we partnered with Fannie Mae to highlight and share the various

Apr 6, 2021 • 23:20

186: How Nana Started A Business Focused On Post Partum Care

On today’s episode, Nana Eyeson-Akiwowo has a candid conversation with me on the journey to starting and growing her business! Nana is the co-founder of Fourth Phase aftercare boxes, a social entrepreneur, and seasoned humanitarian with a strong commitment to advocating adequate and accessible health care for all under-resourced women, children, and families. Created by moms for moms, the Fourth Phase afterbirth care box helps mothers heal, feel, and be heard and each box is curated with a new m

Mar 29, 2021 • 41:53

185: Being Intentional With Our Finances And Lives Right Now

Today on the Clever Girls Know Podcast, our Head of Customer Experience here at Clever Girl Finance Esther Bangura joins me to have a conversation on how we are managing our money and lives in general as we continue to navigate life in a global pandemic. WHAT WE DISCUSSED: - Our current concerns about the economy - Some of the things we are doing for our finances in 2021 and beyond - Whether the pandemic has changed our financial goals - What we are doing for mental health and wellness AND MORE

Mar 16, 2021 • 39:49

184: How To Stop Wasting Your Hard-Earned Money!

Have you ever taken a serious look at your spending and noticed any trends or habits you weren't too happy about? Well in this episode, I'm sharing the tops ways we waste money and tips to combat this wastefulness that will hopefully help you reduce overspending and save some money! ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: clevergirlfinance.com/course-package

Mar 9, 2021 • 8:45

183: Overcoming Lack Mentality To Embrace Abundance With Dr. Chavonne Perotte

Today, on the podcast we are talking about overcoming lack and scarcity mentalities and embracing abundance! To have this conversation, my special guest is Dr. Chavonne Perotte. Dr. Chavonne Perotte is a life and marriage coach who helps women and couples develop the mindset to create happy marriages. She is also a trained as a social science researcher. She received her doctorate from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and focused her research on communication and intimate part

Mar 2, 2021 • 47:34

182: How To Avoid Money Conflicts That Lead To Divorce W/ Olivia Summerhill

In today’s episode, Olivia Summerhill joins me to discuss how to avoid the money conflicts that lead to divorce. Olivia has been in finance for almost a decade, growing up with a family devastated by divorce and wealth. She decided to get into finance to control her future and found a niche after working with women going through divorce. Today, Olivia works with women to help them navigate divorce, protecting their lifestyle throughout the divorce process. She works closely with her clients’ div

Feb 14, 2021 • 35:40

181: Getting Started As A Real Estate Investor With Bevin Morgan

Bevin Morgan is a Financial Wellness Coach who specializes in helping Black female entrepreneurs and creators gain confidence in their financial futures. She has been passed over for promotions and is intimately familiar with being stuck in jobs where the responsibility seems to increase while the salary never does. She has started and failed at more businesses than she can count but has used that experience to find her passion. Through all of that, she has become completely debt-free and has st

Feb 9, 2021 • 50:11

180: How Dannie Navigated A Divorce, Started Over & Saved $60k

On today's episode, Dannie Vann shares how she navigated a divorce and getting herself back on her feet financially all in the same year. She went from not having a bed when she moved out to finding a better paying job, negotiating her income, getting her own place, and finding emotional peace. MORE ABOUT DANNIE Dannie is the founder of Penniestowealth.com, a financial coach, and a Certified Financial Education Instructor (CFEI). In 2 years, she eliminated over $130k in debt and has helped guide

Feb 2, 2021 • 33:37

179: How Tara Paid Off 60k As A Single Mother

Today, my guest Tara Jones-Williamson is sharing her journey to paying off $60k in 2 years as a single mother! Tara is a feminine Financial Success Coach and Lifestyle Designer who is dedicated to helping women slay their financial and lifestyle goals. Over 10 years ago, she created and executed a plan that allowed her to press reset and go from financial struggle and failure to financial success and freedom. With her daughter on her lap, she paid off over $60,000 of debt as a single mother. She

Jan 26, 2021 • 42:51

178: How Ariel Went Full-Time In Business Despite The Pandemic

Ariel Belgrave is a leading voice in women's health. At the very start of the pandemic, Ariel quit her job at Facebook to pursue her business full-time after running it as a side hustle for 6 years. In this interview, she shares her journey with us on exactly how she did it! MORE ABOUT ARIEL As a certified health coach, fitness trainer, and the CEO of Gym Hooky, her mission is to help women achieve their dream body without fad diets or working out every day. Her commitment to women's wellness ha

Jan 12, 2021 • 52:29

177: The Rich Immigrant - Dee Olateru's Journey To Financial Success

Dee Olateru, is a CPA, an executive at one of the Big 4 global professional services firm, a 3-time immigrant, and the founder of The Rich Immigrant. At the Rich Immigrant, she helps 1st and 2nd generation immigrants attain financial independence, live full lives, and maintain their identities in their new homes.  She was forced to pay attention to her finances when she graduated Summa Cum Laude but could not land a job. To make ends meet while she applied to graduate school she got a $10 per ho

Jan 5, 2021 • 38:09

176: 10 Key Money Moves To Make For The New Year!

Ready to get your money moves on for the new year? Here are 10 key money moves to make for the next year! ARTICLES MENTIONED: - How to save and pay debt at the same time: https://www.clevergirlfinance.com/blog/pay-off-debt-or-save/ - How a credit freeze works: https://www.clevergirlfinance.com/blog/should-i-freeze-my-credit/ - How to pick the best life insurance: https://www.clevergirlfinance.com/blog/term-vs-whole-life-insurance/ --- Looking for A GREAT BANK ACCOUNT to SAVE MORE? --- Check out

Dec 29, 2020 • 15:16

175: Listener Q&A - Loaning Money + Zero Based Budgeting

Today I answer two listener questions! Q1: How to respectfully say no when it comes to loaning family and friends money Q2: The idea of budgeting down to zero and creating a budget buffer ❤ Read the 2020 Clever Girl Finance Women and Money Study: https://www.clevergirlfinance.com/women-and-money/ ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: clevergirlfinance.com/

Dec 28, 2020 • 8:42

174: 2020 Reflections And 2021 Goals

On this episode, I'm reflecting on 2020, sharing my 2021 goals, and discussing the 2020 Clever Girl Finance study! It was a tough year but we've made it through. Praying that 2021 is a year of recovery, joy, and prosperity. Read the 2020 Clever Girl Finance Women and Money Study: https://www.clevergirlfinance.com/women-and-money/ ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking

Dec 22, 2020 • 16:52

173: How To Advocate For Yourself When It Comes To Your Finances, Career & Life With Emilie Aries

Emilie Aries is a speaker, podcast host, author, and the Founder & CEO of Bossed Up, an award-winning personal and professional development community where she helps women craft happy, healthy, and sustainable career paths. Her book, Bossed Up: A Grown Woman's Guide To Getting Your Sh*t Together, serves as a practical roadmap for women who want to set themselves up for sustainable, long-term career success and step up as the boss of their lives. WHAT WAS DISCUSSED: - Her personal experience over

Dec 16, 2020 • 41:53

172: Positioning Yourself To Grow Your Online Business With Serwaa Adjei-Pelle

Let's talk about growing your online business! My guest today is Serwaa Adjei Pelle! Serwaa is a Business Strategist and Partner Consultant at PELLE + CO, where she works with SMBs to spur their growth by creating and executing their content and influencer strategies. She is an expert in creating digital content, events, and campaigns that resonate with smart and ambitious women. WHAT WAS DISCUSSED: - How she started her business - The fears or challenges people have around establishing an onlin

Dec 9, 2020 • 34:07

171: $111k Paid Off On Two Teachers' Salaries! With Allison Baggerly

Allison is a blogger, influencer, speaker, and the founder of Inspired Budget. She and her husband paid off over $111K worth of debt on two teacher salaries over 4.5 years while growing their family. During that time, Allison went from feeling stuck, overwhelmed, and stressed and instead grew to love budgeting and personal finances.  As a teacher and small business owner, Allison combined her passion for teaching and finances to help others learn how to start budgeting.  Since starting Inspired

Dec 1, 2020 • 22:46

170: How Katia Paid Off $38k With Her Side Hustle

Katia Chesnok is the founder & content creator of personal finance platform Economikat, where she educates Women, Latinx, and BIPOC communities on all things money and empowers them with wealth building tips to earn more, negotiate, side hustle, budget, and invest. She paid off more than 38k of credit card debt in 18 months thanks to her side hustle, which later became her six-figure business. She's an award-nominated money expert, CNBC contributor, and speaker. WHAT WE DISCUSSED: - What her "en

Nov 24, 2020 • 14:49

169: How Jen & Her Husband Paid Off $78k In 2 Years Despite Facing Unemployment Twice

Today my guest on the podcast is Jen Smith, founder of modernfrugality.com and co-host of the Frugal Friends podcast. 
Jen and her husband paid off $78K of debt in two years but when they started, they had a five-year plan! Jen shares what they did that resulted in them cutting their debt payoff in half without windfalls, being unemployed twice, and buying a house during that time! KEEP UP WITH JEN - On her website: modernfrugality.com - Download her free resource: modernfrugality.com/debtfree -

Nov 17, 2020 • 29:45

168: Why You Should Be Seeking Out Opportunities Right Now

On this episode of the @clevergirlsknowpodcast @bolasokunbi shares her thoughts on why you should be seeking out opportunities, why it's so incredibly important (especially right now) and the different opportunities you should be considering. It's been a tough year but there is opportunity! ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: https://www.clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages/ ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: https://clevergirl

Nov 10, 2020 • 17:44

167: Beginner Investing Tips + Socially Responsible Investing With Jenny Coombs

Join Jenny Coombs, Associate Professor at College for Financial Planning (MSF, CSRIC™) and I as we discuss the risks of investments, niche, and socially responsible investing PLUS learn key tips that will help new investors create a plan. Getting started with investing is simpler than you may think, you don’t have to know it all, but you do need to have a plan. ❤ Connect with Jenny Coombs CRPC®, Associate Professor, College for Financial Planning and Founder of GradMoney at gradmoney.org. ❤ Watc

Oct 30, 2020 • 19:29

166: Tips From Building A 7 - Figure Investment Portfolio With Adeola Omole

Adeola Omole dug herself out of 6 figures of debt and went on to build a million-dollar portfolio with smart investing. She's also navigated uncertain times and recovered from her own investing mistakes on her path to 7-figures. In this video, Adeola shares how she did it and key investing advice for beginner investors! Be sure to tune in and share this video with your best girlfriends! ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: https://clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Connect with Adeola on

Oct 26, 2020 • 21:51

165: Getting Started With Investing! With Jully Alma Taveras

Investing can be as simple or complicated as you make it. When it comes to investing, you might be wondering where to start and how you can learn more. It’s important to get into the habit of building security so that you can feel confident that you have something to fall back on, even if you can’t work. Join me and Jully Alma Taveras as we discuss how she got started in investing and her long term investment goals! ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: https://clevergirlfinance.com/

Oct 25, 2020 • 17:56

164: Navigating Your Emotions Around Investing With Nicole Hatcher

How do you keep your cool and stay focused when the stock market goes on a wild ride? How do you get clear on long-term investing goals? How do you navigate your emotions around investing right now - especially in a panic? Join me and Nicole Hatcher, founder of @FrugalChicLife for a conversation on how to navigate your emotions around investing, tips to think long term, and why investing is so important for us as women! Love this video? Share it with your best girlfriends! ❤ Get the best-selling

Oct 23, 2020 • 19:36

163: Picking An Investing Approach & Investing With Your Partner With Jamila Souffrant

Is it possible to save money and invest as a mom running a full-time business and life? Jamila Souffrant helps people to launch financial freedom in an attainable, easy to follow way. Saving and investing are about finding an approach that works for you, and Jamila shares how she and her husband accomplished the milestone of saving and investing six-figures. If you want to live life on your own terms with your partner, listen in! ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: https://clevergi

Oct 21, 2020 • 19:51

162: Retiring Early To Pursue Your Dreams & Investing In Your Business With Kalyn Chandler

Does retiring early from your corporate career sound like an impossible dream? Kalyn Johnson Chandler was able to leave corporate life behind and is now the founder of a successful business. Join us as we discuss her story, she shares how she leveraged her business to build wealth, and gives us can’t miss tips on how to invest in your own business so that you can retire early and follow your dreams. ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: https://clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Connect w

Oct 19, 2020 • 16:36

161: Starting An Investment Portfolio - An Interview With Cindy Zuniga

How do you start out with creating an investment portfolio especially now as we navigate pandemic? How do you manage your emotions and the uncertainty during this season? In this video, I interview Cindy Zuniga, who after the incredible feat of paying over $200,000 in student loans is now focused on building her investment portfolio during this pandemic. She shares how her original plan has adjusted due to the pandemic, her investing goals, how she's managing her emotions, and the key advice she

Oct 12, 2020 • 27:36

160: Investing & Navigating Difficult Times With Yezmin Thomas

How do you navigate your life and finances through difficult times like a recession or a pandemic? Should you start or keep investing? Tune into this interview with Yezmin Thomas where she shares her first-hand experience with navigating her life and her finances after losing a significant portion of her household income during a recession. Learn how she weathered through the storm, her current investing strategy, and her long-term plans for her finances. ❤ Get my new book - Clever Girl Finance:

Oct 5, 2020 • 20:15

159: How Fo Alexander Is Investing Her Money (as A New Mom) Plus Tips For New Investors

Are you wondering how you should invest your money? Your approach to investing may need to change due to the pandemic, and this interview is packed with advice for new investors so you can set the right goals for where your money is going. Join me and @Mama & Money - Fo Alexander as we discuss why investing is important and how she is investing her money now. ❤ Get my new book - Clever Girl Finance: Learn How Investing Works, Grow Your Money: https://clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Connect with Fo

Sep 30, 2020 • 17:18

158: Dealing With Racism At Work With Dorianne St Fleur

Your well being at work ties into your financial wellness and your mental health and so this conversation on how to deal with racism and create an anti-racist culture in your workplace is extremely important whether you are an employee or an employer. Building on her experiences developing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) strategies for companies including Google and AppNexus, Dorianne St Fleur is a racial equity strategist and speaker for organizations that want to build anti-racist workp

Sep 13, 2020 • 37:35

157: How To Deal With Financial Anxiety With Lindsay Bryan Podvin

This podcast episode is all about financial anxiety and to have this conversation my guest is Lindsay Bryan-Podvin, founder of Mind Money Balance. Lindsay is a biracial financial therapist, speaker, and author. As the first financial therapist in Michigan, she combines financial literacy with the emotional and psychological side of money. She's passionate about helping couples and individuals learn how to have a healthy relationship with money by removing shame from it and She helps her clients

Aug 26, 2020 • 46:57

156: How To Be Financially Confident (And it's Not About How Much Money You Have)

One this episode, let's talk about financial confidence and why it's so necessary for us to develop this characteristic! Financial confidence is not about much money you have, it's about being confident in your decisions and not allowing yourself to be taken advantage of. You can have financial confidence on your journey to financial wellness - whether you are just starting your journey, in the middle of paying off debt, or bulking up savings. Tune in for key tips to help you develop your financ

Aug 19, 2020 • 15:52

155: Life, Business, Spending And Investing In This Season With Fo Alexander

Today on the podcast I have one of my girlfriends, Fo Alexander back as a guest to have a conversation with me about life, business and finances including how we are both spending and investing our money differently in this season. Today’s episode is sponsored by SmartyPig! SmartyPig is a free online piggy bank for people saving for financial goals like holiday gifts, vacations, and even retirement. When you open a SmartyPig account, there are no fees! This means there are no fees to join, no fe

Jul 29, 2020 • 42:13

154: How Jazmine Is Budgeting And Still Saving Money Despite The Pandemic

While it’s a crazy time in the world with the pandemic there is still hope and there is still opportunity. On today’s episode Jazmine Waller shares how she’s budgeting and STILL saving money despite the pandemic. Today’s episode is sponsored by SmartyPig! SmartyPig is a free online piggy bank for people saving for financial goals like holiday gifts, vacations, and even retirement. When you open a SmartyPig account, there are no fees! This means there are no fees to join, no fees to save, and no

Jul 22, 2020 • 45:38

153 How Aja Dang Paid $200,000 Of Student Loans And Other Debt In 23 Months

On today’s episode, Aja shares her journey to becoming debt-free by paying off $200,000 in just 23 months. This podcast episode is brought to you by the incredible Fab Aid initiative created by First Aid Beauty. First Aid Beauty has committed $1 million this year to help new graduates pay off their student loans. Plus they are adding 10% of the sales of their limited-edition FAB AID Ultra Repair Creams to their commitment. Learn more and enter to win at http://bit.ly/CGFFABAID To enter, all you

Jul 15, 2020 • 48:16

152: Building Wealth As A Single Mother With Chaka Serrant

Managing your finances as a single mom can be challenging, but despite this with intention and focus you can build wealth and become financially successful. Today’s episode is sponsored by SmartyPig! SmartyPig is a free online piggy bank for people saving for financial goals like holiday gifts, vacations, and even retirement. When you open a SmartyPig account, there are no fees! This means there are no fees to join, no fees to save, and no fees to withdraw your money. SmartyPig online savings ac

Jul 8, 2020 • 21:18

151: From Side Hustler To CEO - The Road To Entrepreneurship With Marty McDonald

Today’s guest on the podcast is Marty McDonald and we are talking about side hustles and entrepreneurship. ABOUT MARTY MCDONALD: Marty is a side-hustler turned CEO of Boss Women Media. Like many, she wants to live her best life so she decided to leap after her dreams of creating a community of empowerment, change, and freedom after an 11-year corporate career with various fortune 500 companies. She took an idea based on connection and turned it into a movement including the multi-city Black Girl

Jun 24, 2020 • 41:58

150: Navigating A New Normal - Actionable Tools For Credit Score Recovery And Resilience

On today’s episode of the podcast, my guests and I discuss how to navigate a new normal with actionable tools for credit score recovery and resilience. THIS PODCAST EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY FICO Founded in 1956, FICO is a data analytics company based in San Jose, California focused on credit scoring services. Its FICO® Score, a measure of consumer credit risk, has become a fixture of consumer lending in the United States and is used in more than 90% of lending decisions today. Now more than

Jun 15, 2020 • 36:59

149: The Power & Importance Of Virtual Networking In A Highly Competitive Job Market W/ Ebony Joyce

Virtual networking is so important now more than ever. On this episode, Ebony Joyce breaks down key tips to help you get it right. ABOUT EBONY Ebony Joyce, the owner of Next Level Career Services LLC, is a multi-hyphenate career strategy mastermind who helps mid-to-senior level professionals’ brand themselves with confidence, clarity, and certainty so they can attract their next career opportunity. Ebony’s expertise stems from her career challenges of being unemployed, underemployed, and unhappi

Jun 10, 2020 • 34:23

148: How To Use Your Voice To Stand Against Racial Injustice + How I Really Feel

Below are just a few resources to reference. 1. Shows, documentaries, and movies to get informed about the impact of racism and racial injustice: - 13th (Netflix) - If Beale Street Could Talk - Just Mercy (Movie & Book) by Bryan Stevenson - The Hate You Give - American Son (Netflix) - Dear White People (Netflix) 2. Books on racism: - How to be an Anti-Racist by Ibram X. Kendi - White Fragility by Robin DiAngelo - Locking up Our Own by James Forman - The New Jim Crow by Michelle Alexander - Betwe

Jun 3, 2020 • 9:19

147: Essential Tips For Job Hunting & Career Growth In A New Normal With Lauren McGoodwin

This episode is all about navigating finding a new job and career growth in a highly competitive market. And to have this conversation, my guest is Lauren McGoodwin. Lauren is Career Contessa’s CEO, author, number 1 Power Move advocate, and has a life mission to help women build successful and fulfilling careers on their terms. Formerly, Lauren was a  Recruiter for Hulu focused on hiring, employer branding, and talent development. She has a Bachelor's in Education from University of Oregon and a

May 12, 2020 • 43:45

146: Navigating Life Through Times Of Uncertainty With Kristen Ley

As a result of COVID-19, many people are dealing with uncertainties around how life is changing, managing their finances, and worries about their careers and businesses. And so on this episode, I have a real conversation with Kristen Ley as to how she's navigating life through these uncertain times. This conversation will bring a sense of calm and inspire you to keep going and doing your best no matter what. Kristen is the founder, owner and creative director of Thimblepress®. Founded in a garag

May 7, 2020 • 37:45

145: How Mary Paid Off $30k Of Debt In 96 Days Without A Windfall

On today’s episode, my guest is Mary Wheeler, a Financial Coach and the founder of Abundant Wealth Solutions. In this season, with all the uncertainty, many people are fired up to pay off their debt once things settle down; This episode with Mary Wheeler will inspire you to make a plan! Growing up not knowing much about money, Mary attended college on a full-ride via Sallie Mae accumulating $27K in student loan debt along with $3K in credit card debt. After being fed up, she created a plan to pa

May 1, 2020 • 30:45

144: Ditch Fear, Build Courage - The Pep Talk You Need For Your Life(and Business)

Sometimes we all need a pep talk and Carla Andrews is here to do just that! Carla is an InspirePreneur™ and founder of the InspirePreneur Academy, consultant, author and a professional coach who has served and impacted thousands of lives through educational programs, workshop experiences, and empowerment sessions.  As an advisor and mentor to leaders, entrepreneurs, and small business owners, Carla inspires and educates decision-makers while successfully building a thriving business serving chil

Apr 21, 2020 • 57:21

143: Federal Student Loan Payments Suspension - What You Need To Know

We've received a lot of questions about the announcement that federal student loan payments will be suspended through September 30th, 2020. And so to discuss this, Melisa Boutin, our Clever Girl Finance student loan expert, joins me to share some key info with you here on this episode based on information from the U.S. Department of Education. For more details and latest info, visit: https://studentaid.gov/announcements-events/coronavirus ❤ Access our FREE COURSES at clevergirlfinance.com/course

Apr 10, 2020 • 29:10

142: How Esther Became Debt-Free Even After Losing 55% Of Her Income

On this episode, I'm excited to have a member of team CGF come on to the podcast to share her debt-free story. Esther paid off £18,000 (~$20,000) in 22 months despite losing 55% of her income during that time. On this episode Esther shares: - The specific things did she did to keep her mindset in check, pay her debt and navigate the ups and downs - Why consistent budgeting, even when her budget didn't go according to plan, was pivotal - Her tips and advice for others going through their debt-fre

Mar 31, 2020 • 34:01

141: What To Do If You Can't Pay Your Bills

While words may not be enough comfort in times of financial difficulty, you can still take action and do your best to get through. In this episode, I'm sharing some tips and actions you can take if you can't pay your bills. ❤ AVAILABLE JOBS - POST ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/p/B-BX8mVBN5P/ ❤ Access our FREE COURSES at clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages/ (All 30+ courses are free right now) ❤ Get the Clever Girl Finance book: clevergirlfinance.com/book ❤ Follow on Instagram: instag

Mar 23, 2020 • 10:32

140: Money Concerns And Mental Health PLUS Free Personal Finance Courses

Thank you to everyone who joined the webinar I hosted to talk about financial wellness and mental wellness matters in this season where we are all impacted by this global pandemic. On this webinar replay, I answer questions on investing, buying a home, refinancing, job losses, budgeting, paying bills, mental health and more. Also, as a company, it’s really difficult for us to just take a “business as usual” approach with everything going on in this season. And so as a follow up to what I announc

Mar 19, 2020 • 43:54

139: Money Tips In Times Of Uncertainty

I'm sharing some key money(and mental health) tips to encourage you during this time of uncertainty with the Coronavirus impacting so many all around the world. Share this episode with anyone you think might need to hear it! ❤ Free resources & courses: clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages/ ❤ Watch money tip videos: https://clevergirlfinance.com/videos ❤ Get the Clever Girl Finance roadmap: clevergirlfinance.com/financial-roadmap ❤ Get the Clever Girl Finance book: clevergirlfinance.com/book ❤ J

Mar 13, 2020 • 14:12

138: How Sahirenys And Her Husband Paid Off Their $99K Debt Despite Living In An Expensive City

Sahirenys Pierce and her husband paid off over $99k in debt in just 5 years while living in one of the most expensive cities in the US. We are breaking down just how they did it in this episode! More about Sahirenys: She is the personal finance content creator behind The Poised Lifestyle blog and the High-5 Banking Method. She's a millennial Latina mom of two who paid off over $99k in debt within 5 years while living in Southern California. With her unique perspective and financial background, s

Mar 3, 2020 • 43:40

137: How Nicole Paid Off Almost $100k In Student Loans + Tips To Inspire You

Nicole Hatcher paid off almost $100k of debt mostly in student loans and on this episode, she share's just how she did it. Nicole is a money coach, podcaster, Youtuber and personal finance blogger who is on a mission to promote financial literacy. She is committed to helping busy, professional women discover the beauty of financial freedom so they can work less and live more! To-date she has provided financial coaching to dozens of women and provided encouragement to countless others while docum

Feb 18, 2020 • 40:58

136: A Conversation About Simple Steps To Start Investing With Jully - Alma Taveras

Meet Jully-Alma Taveras, the founder of Investing Latina. She started investing as a teenager, made money mistakes, dug herself out of 5-figure consumer debt, and now her mission is to educate others about financial literacy. Her biggest investment accomplishment is starting early. On this episode of the podcast, Jully and I have a conversation about investing simply and how small steps can lead to big progress. We talked about: - Her personal story and why she’s an advocate of women and investi

Feb 4, 2020 • 46:43

135: A Candid Conversation On The Realities Of Business With Mobola Imoisili

Let's talk business! My guest today is a dear friend, Mobola Imoisili. Mobola(pen name Simisayo Brownstone)is an author, entrepreneur, and founder of two businesses, the Feyi Fay book series and Little Black Business box! On this episode, we had a candid conversation on the realities and lessons from business including: - Her personal story and what led her to start her businesses - Her biggest business challenges and successes to date - How she’s navigating the financials around building her bu

Jan 21, 2020 • 1:01:51

134: How Cindy Paid Off $215,000 In Student Loans

Cindy Zuniga is the founder of Zero-Based Budget Coaching LLC.  After graduating from law school in 2015 with over $210,000 of debt, Cindy decided to take control of her money by immersing herself in the world of personal finance.  In 2018, she launched @zerobasedbudget to document her debt payoff journey and simplify personal finance concepts.  After recognizing, through her platform, people’s unique needs and goals, Cindy founded Zero-Based Budget Coaching LLC and offers personal finance coach

Jan 7, 2020 • 43:57

133: The 2019 Year End Check-in: Reflecting & Lessons Learned

Sharing my end of year check-in, some updates and new year motivation for 2020! Catch the Clever Girl Finance 2020 goal setting replay here: https://youtu.be/lKBhkiAFco4 ❤ Get the Clever Girl Finance roadmap: clevergirlfinance.com/financial-roadmap ❤ Get the Clever Girl Finance book: clevergirlfinance.com/book ❤ Join Clever Girl Finance: https://clevergirlfinance.com ❤ Follow on Instagram: instagram.com/clevergirlfinance

Dec 30, 2019 • 19:45

132: How To Talk To Your Partner About Money: Tackling Your Money Do List With Optimism

{Today’s podcast episode is sponsored by Frost Bank} What kind of optimist are you? Take the quiz! https://www.optforoptimism.com/optimism/quiz/ Talking about finances with your partner can seem scary but it doesn't have to be! We’ve collaborated with Frost Bank to break down just how to have this conversation with optimism and with the help of a Money Do List! To discuss this on the podcast, my guest today is Angela Holliday!
 Angela K. Holliday is the President of Frost Brokerage Services, Inc

Dec 17, 2019 • 30:34

131: Who’s On Your Bus? Breaking Down Your Circle Of Influence With Barbara M Littles

Get the Clever Girl Finance Roadmap! https://clevergirlfinance.com/financial-roadmap As we come to the end of the year and the start of a new year and decade, assessing your circle of influence is a must-do exercise for everyone and my guest today, Barbara M. Little's will help us do just that! Barbara’s name is synonymous with “change agent” as she empowers organizations and women to “Find Their Voice” in leadership, business, and ministry, and infuse it into their organizational culture. She b

Dec 8, 2019 • 1:01:39

130: The Wakeup Call That Completely Turned Her Finances Around - With Yezmin Thomas

Get the Clever Girl Finance Roadmap! clevergirlfinance.com/financial-roadmap On today's episode, Yezmin Thomas shares the wake-up call that caused her to turn her finances around completely and achieve financial wellness. About Yezmin: She is a working mom, award-winning journalist, and financial coach teaching high-achieving moms how to live out their best financial futures.  She believes that one of the smartest decisions she has ever made with money is to pursue a debt-free lifestyle.  As a

Dec 3, 2019 • 44:52

129: How Losing Her Job Became The Catalyst For An Incredible Business With Marianne Ladapo

Get the Clever Girl Finance Roadmap! https://clevergirlfinance.com/financial-roadmap Today's podcast episode is all about building a successful business. Meet Modupe Marianne Ladapo, the founder of Lenox Cupcakes, a gourmet baked goods company serving the metro-Atlanta area.  The company began its initial operations in 2008 from her home kitchen using the eggs and butter in her fridge, selling to people she already knew.  A $17 investment in a website opened the door to several corporate clients

Nov 19, 2019 • 37:42

128: Habits To Help You Improve Your Self Discipline

Today’s episode is all about working on your self-discipline! Becoming a master of self-discipline is difficult and is something you need to work on consistently. Learning how to build self-discipline skills can allow you to quit bad habits, accomplish long-term and short-term goals, and change your life completely. In this episode, I’m sharing key steps to build your self-discipline and work toward the better life you deserve. ❤ Get the Clever Girl Finance book: clevergirlfinance.com/book
❤ Joi

Nov 12, 2019 • 17:03

127: Generating Additional Income Even For High Income Earners With Dr Nneka Unachuckwu

Meet Dr. Una! Dr. Una is the founder of Ivy League Pediatrics, a multi-site pediatric practice in Georgia. Over the last nine years, it has thrived and has been voted ‘Best of Gwinnett’ for four years in a row and rated 5 stars by over 250 parents. While building this, she developed a love for entrepreneurship and has since built many other successful businesses. Like many doctors, Dr. Una was ignorant, scared and felt like an imposter when she started out in business because she was trained to

Nov 5, 2019 • 41:53

126: From An Incredibly Costly 401k Loan To Paying Off $45,000 In 17 Months With Ashley Patrick

Meet Ashley! Ashley Patrick is the founder of Budgets Made Easy and The Money Mindset Podcast. She helps families eliminate debt using simple strategies so they can stress less and live the life they want. She was able to pay off $45,000 in just 17 months including $25,000 in student loans in just 10 months. She has been featured on Fox Business, Yahoo! Finance, USA TODAY, MSN, CNBC, NerdWallet, and many others. On this episode we discussed: 1. The 401k loan that cost her and her husband $1,000,

Oct 22, 2019 • 31:19

125: Retirement Investing, Debt, Sinking Fund, Marriage - Answering A Listener's Questions

On today’s episode of the podcast, I’m answering questions from Laura, a listener of the podcast. She has some very specific questions about what to do as she works towards paying off her debt on a five-year plan that she has created alongside her husband. You’ll want to tune into this one! Sinking funds article: https://www.clevergirlfinance.com/blog/how-to-set-up-sinking-funds/ Emergency funds article: https://www.clevergirlfinance.com/blog/why-you-need-an-emergency-fund/ ❤ Get the Clever Girl

Oct 15, 2019 • 24:51

124: Getting Out Of My Own Way + Answering A Listener's Business Question

The Clever Girls Know Podcast hosted By Bola Sokunbi. On this episode of the podcast, I share how I got in my own way in regards to a goal I wanted to accomplish and then, what I did to get out of my own way to successfully achieve that goal. I'm also answering a listener question on how to get started with their small business idea. ❤ Get the Clever Girl Finance book: https://clevergirlfinance.com/book ❤ Join Clever Girl Finance: https://clevergirlfinance.com ❤ Follow on Instagram: https://inst

Oct 1, 2019 • 14:49

123: How To Develop Your Child’s Money Mindset With Okeoma Moronu Schreiner

Meet Okeoma Moronu Schreiner! Okeoma is a mother of two, personal finance nerd and corporate finance attorney who loves helping parents and children grow interest in their money! She’s also the founder of the Happy Lawyer Project and most recently the author of the children’s book “The missing money monsters”. What we discussed on this episode: - Why she’s passionate about financial wellness for kids - How she learned about money as a child and how it contributed to her having a scarcity mindset

Sep 24, 2019 • 33:16

122: Pricing Your Products & Services + Money Mindset Tips To Succeed In Business With Tess Wicks

My guest today is Tess Wicks! Tess is a wealth and mindset coach for online entrepreneurs. Through her podcast and online platform, Wander Wealthy, Tess helps her clients identify their income goals, overcome major money mindset blocks, and implement her Easy Profit System to manage the money in their business and personal life with ease. On this episode we discussed: - Her personal story on how she moved from being an actuary with a large corporation to helping businesses with their finances an

Sep 16, 2019 • 48:23

121: Leveraging Devastation to Build a 6-Figure Business with Leah Gervais

Today's episode is with Leah Gervais. Leah is the founder of Urban 20 Something, the host of the Your Biggest Vision podcast, and a leading business coach. She started her "for fun" blog years ago to document her career confusion and start what she hoped to be a profitable side hustle. She turned that into her full-time and a six-figure business and works with women around the world to scale their platforms and pursue their biggest visions.     Leah's story of side hustle turned six-figure busin

Sep 3, 2019 • 42:19

120: Updates, Assessing My Finances, Q4 Motivation + I Interview My Kids!

Long-time no solo podcast! On this episode I'm sharing: - Some new Clever Girl Finance updates - How I got intentional with my summer - My assessment of my finances and goals this summer - Some Q4 motivation - PLUS I interview my 5-year-old twins about money! ❤ Get the Clever Girl Finance book: https://clevergirlfinance.com/book ❤ Join Clever Girl Finance: https://clevergirlfinance.com ❤ Follow on Instagram: https://instagram.com/clevergirlfinance

Aug 26, 2019 • 25:00

119: Camilla Banks Shares Her Journey To Building Two Successful Businesses

Today's guest is Camilla Banks. Camilla is the founder of HollandLuxe Properties (a real estate firm) and HollandLuxe furniture (a custom furniture company). Camilla started her real estate company in 2017 out of a passion of wanting to help people learn the value of real estate and leveraging credit to build assets, not debt. Prior to becoming self-employed, Camilla didn’t know much about finances or credit and didn’t learn it growing up either and so she went through her 20’s figuring it all o

Aug 19, 2019 • 40:05

118: Alexandra Lebenthal's Key Tips For Women To Be Successful With Their Finances And In Business

It's time for another episode of the Clever Girls Know podcast and my incredible guest today is Alexandra Lebenthal. Alexandra Lebenthal has led companies on Wall Street for over thirty years. Most recently, she was the CEO of Lebenthal Holdings, a diversified financial services firm that included the nation’s largest woman-owned broker-dealer. Alexandra comes from a storied Wall Street family. Her grandparents, Louis, and Sayra Lebenthal, founded Lebenthal & Co., Inc, a municipal bond specialis

Aug 6, 2019 • 41:55

117: $37K Of Student Loans Paid Off! Melisa Boutin Shares Her Tips

The Clever Girl Finance book is officially here(https://clevergirlfinance.com/book)and today, I’m catching up with Melisa Boutin a student loan expert who is featured in the Clever Girl Finance book. Melisa has paid off over $37,000 of her student loans and shares key strategies and tip to establish the right mindset and get ahead of the interest charges that keep most people in the long term cycle of their student loan debt. Check out the student loan courses mentioned: https://courses.clevergi

Jul 15, 2019 • 26:07

116: Exceeding A $250k NetWorth: Catching Up With Brittney Suttle

The Clever Girl Finance book is officially here(https://clevergirlfinance.com/book)and today, I’m catching up with Brittney Suttle who is featured in the book! Brittney set a goal to achieve a $250k net worth which she has now exceeded and is now in the $300k range. In this catch-up video, she shares her motivations to achieve this goal and what she’s doing to continue to grow her net worth! The Youtube video for this episode: https://youtu.be/JMySvPKyqas Keep up with Brittney on her website: ht

Jul 15, 2019 • 19:37

115: Catching Up With Monica Louie After Paying Off $120k In Debt!

The Clever Girl Finance book is OFFICIAL! Celebrate with me at my upcoming book launch party on Thursday, June 27th at 9:00pm EST! HOW TO REGISTER: https://www.crowdcast.io/e/the-clever-girl-finance-book On today's episode of the podcast, I’m catching up with Monica Louie who was on episode 54 of the Clever Girls Know podcast and who is also featured in the Clever Girl Finance book. Monica and her husband paid off $120k of debt in 2 years without making 6 figures, with 2 kids! Fast forward to to

Jun 25, 2019 • 19:30

114: The Emotions That Come From Being In Debt - A Chat With Molly Stillman

The countdown to the launch of the Clever Girl Finance book on June 25th, 2019 continues! And today, I’m catching up with Molly Stillman who was on episode 47 of the Clever Girls Know podcast and who is also featured in the Clever Girl Finance book. She shares how she dealt with the various emotions that come with going through the process of paying off $37,000 of debt. She also shares how she created a mindset shift to help her get through it and pay off all of her debt and the way she deals wi

Jun 17, 2019 • 18:17

113: Catching Up With Dorianne St. Fleur on Tips To Building A Successful Career

The countdown to the launch of the Clever Girl Finance book on June 25th, 2019 continues! And today, I’m catching up with Dorianne St. Fleur who was on episode 61 of the Clever Girls Know podcast and who is also featured in the Clever Girl Finance book where she shares specific tips on how to get the career of your dreams, career mistakes to avoid and tips to negotiate your salary! TAKE THE COURSE: Dorianne also has an awesome course on the Clever Girl Finance on how to leverage LinkedIn to find

Jun 10, 2019 • 20:59

112: Catching Up With Adeola As She Grows Her 7 Figure Net Worth

I’m counting down to the launch of the Clever Girl Finance book which comes out on June 25th, 2019. With that mind, here’s another catch-up video with one of the women I feature in the book, Adeola Omole to see how she’s doing now that she’s achieved a net worth of 7 figures. Help make the Clever Girl Finance book a success as one of the best personal finance books ever :) Pre-order your copy - https://clevergirlfinance.com/book It will be available everywhere books are sold in ebook, audioboo

May 28, 2019 • 21:43

111: Catching Up With Naseema - What She's Up To After Her 7 Figure Debt Payoff

The Clever Girl Finance book comes out on June 25th, 2019 and I am super excited. I'll be sharing some catch-up videos with some of the women I feature in the book to see how they are doing in the aftermath of them achieving some major financial goals. Help make the Clever Girl Finance book a success as one of the best personal finance books ever :) Pre-order your copy - https://clevergirlfinance.com/book It will be available everywhere books are sold in ebook, audiobook and physical book format

May 24, 2019 • 13:42

110: How Raegan Moya-Jones Built A $100 Million Business Against The Odds

My guest on the podcast today is Raegan Moya-Jones. Raegan built aden + anais while working a full-time job in ad sales and with only $15,000 in initial capital, and didn’t quit her 9-5 until they hit the $1 million mark in revenue. After working with a manufacturer to have prototypes made of the swaddling blankets, Raegan knew she was onto something after giving birth to her second daughter and realizing the nurses at the hospital had swiped all her samples. Without an MBA, Moya-Jones took a mo

May 16, 2019 • 51:11

109: How Lauren Went From A Medically Induced Coma to $400k In Medical Debt to Financial Recovery

Meet Lauren Jackson. This episode is all about how Lauren went from a medically induced coma to 400k in medical debt and now is on the path to financial recovery. Lauren Jackson is Content Marketing Manager at Self Lender, a fintech startup with a mission to help people build credit, particularly those who might not have access to traditional financial products. She’s a writer who’s passionate about the intersection of business and social good, and believes you can have an amazing life–even if y

May 9, 2019 • 49:31

108: Home Buying The Right Way With Petal Van Rossum

Let's talk about buying a home the right way! My guest today is Petal Van Rossum, a dear friend of mine and a licensed real estate broker at Citizens International Realty, a family owned and run real estate company located in Brooklyn New York which she runs with her brother Raul alongside an incredible staff. She’s a graduate of Pace University in New York City and is married with 2 beautiful boys. WHAT WE DISCUSSED ON THIS EPISODE: 1. How to prepare to buy your first home including the type of

Apr 12, 2019 • 51:33

107: How Fo Alexander Paid Off $78,000 of Debt!

Fo Alexander is a Millennial personal finance expert whose story of paying off nearly $47K in debt in less than 6 months took the Internet by storm. She is the editor and chief of the GirlTalkwithFo blog -  a personal finance platform created to teach women how to dump debt, build bank, and create the life they want. Fo is also the former Miss Black South Carolina 2013, using her platform to promote financial literacy in underserved communities. She is a wife, author, entrepreneur, and host of h

Mar 27, 2019 • 26:25

106: Listener Q&A - Dealing With Friendships, Rewarding Yourself + Some Updates

On this episode of the podcast I'm sharing some exciting updates on Clever Girl Finance and answering two listener questions! Updates: 1. The Clever Girl Finance book officially has a launch date and it's June 25th AND it's now available for pre-order here: http://www.wiley.com/buy/9781119580836 2. Manifesting my vision of being able to ring the opening bell at the NYSE (New York Stock Exchange) while participating in the Citi Open Innovation Challenge. Listener questions answered: 1. I find it

Feb 28, 2019 • 14:25

105: Dispelling The Most Common Credit Myths

This episode of the podcast is brought to you by FICO and my guest today is Jenelle Dito! Jenelle Dito is a Director for the FICO Scores team and financial services expert for the FICO® Score Open Access program which empowers lenders to share the FICO® Scores they use to manage customers’ accounts directly with those customers, for free.  As part of the Open Access program, she partners with various organizations on consumer credit education as well as lenders on how to create innovative produc

Feb 20, 2019 • 34:31

104: Saving over $400,000 and pursuing early retirement with Michelle Ives

Michelle Ives is a long-time listener of The Clever Girls know podcast and she got in touch with me because Clever Girl Finance has been a part of her financial education and she wanted to share her incredible story with all of us! About Michelle Ives: Michelle is a copywriter and brand strategist for her own business, Wordy and Smith. She lives in Sydney with her husband, Andy, and together, they’re well on their way to having saved their first half a million.   Formerly a journalist, Michelle

Feb 1, 2019 • 41:01

103: How To Negotiate Like A Boss As A Professional Or Entrepreneur With Devon Smiley

Today's episode is all about negotiating. Negotiating is an important skill set to have whether you are a professional or entrepreneur and Devon Smiley, shares on key tips on how to get good at it! About Devon Smiley: Devon is a negotiation consultant for entrepreneurs, startups and professionals who are sick of settling, and ready to go after what they want, need and deserve. 
 She’s distilled nearly 15 years and $5 billion of negotiation experience into accessible and actionable guidance that

Jan 8, 2019 • 29:07

102: Achieving A Career You Love Without Becoming A Person You Hate With Fran Hauser

Happy new year! the new year is a great time to create a solid strategy to help you achieve career success, and we'll be doing just that in today's podcast episode! Fran Hauser is a media executive, startup investor, and advisor. She’s also the best selling author of the book, Myth of the Nice Girl: Achieving a Career You Love Without Becoming a Person You Hate. Her investment portfolio consists of 20 companies, 18 of which are female-founded and Fran has held senior positions at some of the wor

Jan 7, 2019 • 32:00

101: Setting Your 2019 Goals The Right Way, Counting Your Blessings, Updates And More

It's that time of year again to reflect, count your blessings and set fresh goals that you want to achieve in 2019 as you pursue your financial success! On this episode, I'm sharing some key tips and tricks to help you actually accomplish your 2019 goals in addition to some awesome updates. You don't want to miss this one! What I discussed this episode: - The Clever Girl Finance book (woot woot) which is officially coming soon. - Some of the amazing things that happened for Clever Girl Finance i

Dec 18, 2018 • 31:00

100: How To Stop Emotional Spending From Ruining Your Finances With Ericka Young

This episode is all about curbing your emotional spending and to have this conversation, my guest on the show is certified financial coach, Ericka Young. Ericka is the president and founder of Tailor-Made Budgets which she opened in 2005 after she and her husband Chris climbed their way out of nearly $100,000 in debt. She is a certified financial coach and combines her passion for helping people with creative debt reduction techniques so everyone can have a path to financial freedom. She is also

Dec 10, 2018 • 45:19

099: How To Take A Deep Assessment & Reverse Your Negative Money Beliefs With Kara Stevens

Kara is the founder of The Frugal Feminista, a NYC-based personal finance and personal development company committed to helping women live life on their own terms unapologetically. After climbing her way out of $65K worth of student loan and credit card debt, and building up her financial reserves, Kara soon saw the link between personal power and financial freedom; and wanted to inspire and educate women around the world to do the same. She is also the author of Heal Your Relationship With Mone

Nov 7, 2018 • 31:25

098: Following Your Passion To Build A Business You Love With Kalyn Chandler

I’m excited to share my good friend Kalyn Chandler with you! She’s the founder and CEO of Effies Paper :: Stationery&Whatnot (https://effiespaper.com) - A lifestyle brand that creates stationery and other products that are a unique mix of casual elegance, motivation and social conversation that make using them fun and engaging. Her products are sold in over 70 stores nationwide which is a pretty big deal and so I’m excited to have on to share her story and business advice with all of us. Kalyn i

Oct 30, 2018 • 44:52

097: Mindset Shifts, Tackling Your Debt & Living Life On Your Own Terms With Stacey Flowers

Meet Stacey Flowers, a TED speaker, internationally sought after speaker, author and life coach. Her personal mission is to inspire you to create real happiness. She's an eternal optimist who’s committed to helping people live beyond preconceptions and limiting beliefs. Stacey uses her own story and experiences to empower others with tools to improve their lives. She's an incredible woman who is taking charge of her life and her finances by focusing on aggressively paying down her debt despite s

Oct 10, 2018 • 41:25

096: Why Traditional Financial Advice Is Overwhelming And How To Manage The Complexity

Michelle Bobrow is a podcast listener and the founder of the Holistic Wallet. She started out working in the financial industry with a job she took on to pay off her student loans and got to experience predatory financial behavior and how these behaviors exhibited by certain financial industry players set people up to fail unless you beat them at their own game. She also found that traditional financial advice didn’t work for her despite being careful with her spending because the traditional ad

Sep 10, 2018 • 38:42

095: Transitioning To A Full Time Business On Your Own Terms With Vickii Onabolu

On this episode of the podcast, my guest is Vickii Onabolu and she’s an incredible baker from the United Kingdom. She also happens to be one of my best friends and I’m honored to have her share her business story on how she transitioned from managing her baking business on the side while working a full time job to becoming full time business owner and pursuing her dreams of baking the incredible cakes that she’s known for. On this episode Vickii shares: - How she got into baking - What it took f

Aug 23, 2018 • 47:13

094: How To Look And Feel Fabulous On A Budget With Janie Medley

Today’s episode is all about fashion and style on a budget! I thought it would be a great idea to lighten things up by discussing something we all want to do everyday and that’s looking and feeling good. To have this conversation with me today, I’ve brought in an amazing style expert and friend of mine. Her name is Janie Medley and she’s the fashion and lifestyle blogger (and also the incredible florist) behind Medley Style. Janie inspires women of today to not only shop smart, but to shop their

Jul 30, 2018 • 37:48

093: Minimize Your Student Loans & Achieve Your Financial Goals With Thrivent Student Resources

Today’s episode is in partnership with Thrivent Student Resources (https://www.thriventstudentresources.com) which is a thriving hub of tools and resources related to helping you achieve your college dreams with as little debt as possible whether you’re going to a trade school, local university, vocational school or any other form of higher education. And the reason why I was interested in doing this collaboration to talk specifically about student loans is because the student loan crisis is rea

Jul 19, 2018 • 29:59

092: Financial Mistakes & Recovery In Business With Elin Barton

Elin is a purpose-driven business leader, author, entrepreneur and podcast host who believes in the power of story to elevate brands and individuals. She’s the CEO of White Knight Productions a company that produces video content for businesses, she also has her own podcast called “Ready, Set, Grit” - a podcast that inspires people to live their lives on purpose. In addition, Elin is passionate about entrepreneurship and helping others and her vision is to create a virtual ecosystem where entrep

Jul 15, 2018 • 41:09

Who Am I? Let's Talk About The Makings Of Me

I'm sharing more insights to my life and background and who I am to do what I do particularly around pursuing my personal goals and building the Clever Girl Finance platform to help other women. Enjoy listening!

Jun 29, 2018 • 40:45

091: How To Be A Financial Grown Up + Why Marrying The Right Person Matters W/ Bobbi Rebell

Bobbi Rebell is a Certified Financial Planner and the host of the Financial Grownup podcast. She is the author of the best-selling self-help and personal finance book called “How to Be a Financial Grownup: Proven Advice from High Achievers on How to Live Your Dreams and Have Financial Freedom”. In addition, she’s a keynote speaker, conference emcee, brand ambassador and a moderator. She’s also an award-winning TV anchor and personal finance columnist and has worked at Thomson Reuters, PBS (Night

Jun 28, 2018 • 40:36

090: A Honest Conversation About The Journey To A Successful Business With Adrienne Garland

Adrienne Garland is the CEO and Founder of She Leads Media, a media and marketing consultancy dedicated to enhancing the visibility and influence of women entrepreneurs and leaders around the world.  The mission of She Leads Media is to inspire, educate and showcase women as the leaders we are through in person conferences, events and an online community. And on this episode Adrienne and I have a very honest conversation about our experiences in our past careers and our journeys so far in busine

Jun 24, 2018 • 47:34

089: Automating & Simplifying My Finances On An Inconsistent Income

In this episode I'm sharing how I've simplified my finances by automating things despite my inconsistent income and how not automating was causing me to drop the ball around my savings and investing especially because I have so many things going on and what you can do if you are experiencing something similar. I'm also sharing an update on the progress I've made with the Clever Girl Finance book :) As a reminder (or if you haven't already), stop by the show notes pages for the detailed blog post

Jun 11, 2018 • 10:14

088: Establishing Generational Wealth - Estate Planning 101

Meet Art Steele. Art is an estate planning and intellectual property attorney who has been practicing law for nearly 10 years. She left corporate America to launch her own law firm in 2014 and recently founded ArtSteele.co - an online resource that provides creatives with simple legal solutions.  She is dedicated to helping creatives legalize their business through the information she provides on her blog.   What we discussed on this episode: - Why estate planning matters and why its not just f

Jun 11, 2018 • 49:17

087: How Adeola Went From 6 Figures In Debt To Millionaire Status

Meet Adeola Omole, a podcast listener in Canada. She is a lawyer and wealth coach who has made it her life’s mission to help educate women about personal finance matters related to money management, investing strategies and debt management options. Adeola and her husband paid off $390,000 in debt including student loans, car loans, a line of credit, credit cards and their mortgage and now, they have 7 figures in assets now. She decided she had enough of living on the edge of financial ruin and m

May 31, 2018 • 41:12

086: Dominique Shares Her Amazing Business Story + How To Establish A Wealth Building Mindset

Dominique Broadway is an award winning Personal Finance Coach, Speaker, Finance Expert and the Founder of Finances Demystified & The Social Money Tour. Dominique has received various accolades such as the Top 30 Under 30 in Washington DC and the Top Financial Advisor for Millennials in the US. Dominique’s demystified financial advice, has been highlighted on Yahoo!, Huffington Post, Forbes, USA Today, Black Enterprise, Marketwatch.com, Ebony Magazine, Levo League, Refinery29 and other media outl

May 24, 2018 • 38:03

085: How Keenya Saved $30,000 And Then Moved To Paris!

My guest today is Keenya Hofmaier. Keenya is originally from Milwaukee, WI and spent three years working in New York City before moving to Paris in 2013 on a whim!  She is a self-proclaimed “multi-passionate creative” and she released her first book, 30-Day Connect, in 2017. In addition, she participates in various conferences and speaking engagements around networking, leadership and women's empowerment. Keenya is also podcast listener, which is how we met, and she saved $30,000 over a short p

May 15, 2018 • 36:33

084: Finding Your Purpose And Building Real Wealth With Patrice Washington

On this episode, my guest is America's Money Maven, Patrice Washington. Patrice is a best-selling author, a captivating speaker and hope-restoring coach to women who want to do good work in the world, but believe they deserve to earn damn good money doing it. She’s been the personal finance expert of both Steve Harvey’s radio and television shows since 2014, as has appeared in dozens of media outlets such as Dr. Oz and Fox & Friends.  She’s also been featured in hundreds of online and print publ

May 10, 2018 • 46:42

083: How I Manage My Finances + A Few Updates

As a money expert, I get asked a lot about how I manage my personal and business finances from budgeting to saving to investing to paying myself a salary and so I'll be sharing what I do in this podcast episode. I’m also sharing the latest with Clever Girl Finance and some personal updates as well. Enjoy listening! For the books, tools and resources mentioned in this episode, visit the main show notes page here: https://www.clevergirlfinance.com/podcast-episodes/how-i-manage-my-finances Get acce

May 8, 2018 • 26:48

082: How Rochelle Built A Multi - Millon Dollar Business With $100

My guest on today's episode of the podcast is Rochelle Graham-Campbell. She is the co-founder and CEO of Alikay Naturals and has been coined a “beauty pioneer” by Essence Magazine. She is a YouTube guru with over 100k subscribers and 15 million views on her channel as well as an influencer, philanthropist and speaker. She started Alikay Naturals alongside her husband who is her co founder with only $100 initial investment and has since built it into a multi million dollar brand carried in over 1

Apr 30, 2018 • 41:42

081: Finding Joy In Financial Failure

On this episode of the podcast my close friend Joy and I talk about finding joy in failure, specifically financial failure because life happens and we all make mistakes but then what? Joy is one of the happiest people you’ll ever meet and is a former banker turned beauty executive turned joyful uplifter, whose life’s work is to inspire people to live a life full of beauty and joy no matter what! She has been coined the Iman-meets-Oprah of her generation and her intention is to make failing less

Apr 23, 2018 • 35:55

080: Building A Meaningful Life And Business And Managing The Relationships That Make It Happen

This episode of the podcast is all about the balancing act of building a meaningful life and business and the relationships involved and to have to conversation, my special guest is Monique Melton. Monique is a business coach, relationship expert, published author of the book EntrepreFriendships, a motivational speaker and diversity advocate. She supports creative business owners in building profitable and purposeful businesses while maintaining healthy relationships. She is a natural big-bold d

Apr 10, 2018 • 39:22

079: My Q1 Review + Tips For You To Assess Your Q1 And Plan Out An Incredible Rest Of The Year

On this episode of the podcast I'm excited to share a review of just how my Q1 went including what went well and what didn't and what I'll be focusing on next. I share the latest on my first Clever Girl Finance Book, how the Clever Girl Finance event in New York went, the vacation I recently took and how my business kept running while I was away and more. In addition, I also share a few quick tips to help you run your own Q1 assessment so you can set the stage for an incredible rest of the year.

Apr 6, 2018 • 23:28

078: Side Hustle Your Way To Wealthy With Yuri Gibson

Meet Yuri Gibson. She is a designer and digital product guru who teaches other people how to create side hustles that mean business. Her first taste at hustling was working two jobs while attending college full time for seven years. She then graduated in a tanking economy which lead her down a career path she hated. That caused her to make a decision that would change her life - she moved aboard to teach English in South Korea and that's when her side hustle journey began.  After living in Korea

Mar 26, 2018 • 36:38

077: Raising Your Children To Be Financially Successful Grownups With Regina Byrd

Regina Byrd is an accountant, motivational speaker, author, business owner and financial educator. Her company, Prosper with Regina, helps high school and college students learn financial literacy empowering them for a life of financial success. Outside of her many businesses she also gives back by speaking to children at local libraries about finances.   She understands the hurdles that young people must overcome to have a good financial head start after college. She believes that everyone shou

Mar 19, 2018 • 36:58

076: How Stefanie O'Connell Went From Living Paycheck To Paycheck To Building A Successful Business

Stefanie O’Connell is a nationally recognized millennial money expert and author of the book, ‘The Broke and Beautiful Life’ and she has appeared on CBS News, Fox & Friends, ABC World News and The Dr. Oz Show. Her work has also been featured in The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Glamour, SUCCESS magazine, Oprah Magazine and various other print and digital media outlets. She’s all about helping women on how to develop rich habits and feel as confident with their money as they do in the

Mar 9, 2018 • 43:15

075: The Different Types Of Income & Ideas To Increase Your Income Through Multiple Income Streams

Have you heard that the average millionaire has 7 streams of income? Well you heard right! On this episode of the podcast, I’m discussing the different types of income streams and sharing examples for each of them. Ideally, your wealth building strategy should be a based on a combination of four actions taken consistently that I would describe as the four pillars of wealth building and they include:   1. Reducing your expenses (debt, living expenses etc) 2. Budgeting properly 3. Increasing your

Mar 7, 2018 • 7:47

074: Situations That Require You To Review Your Budget In Detail

On the podcast today I'm going over some key situations that will require you to review your budget in detail. Budgeting is a key financial action when it comes to building wealth. Your budget helps to guide your spending and saving decisions and basically helps you stay on track with your financial goals. As you get comfortable with creating a new budget in advance of every new month (because no two months are alike), it's important to keep in mind that certain situations might require you to r

Mar 1, 2018 • 9:52

073: Creative Ways To Have The Wedding Of Your Dreams With Tereill Peay

Weddings can be very, very, expensive and today, my guest is a listener of the podcast and also an expert wedding planner who is sharing some amazing wedding planning insights. Her name is Tereill Peay of CaterToTheBride.net and she’s all about helping you get creative (and cost effective) when it comes to planning the wedding of your dreams. Tereill saved $20,000 while planning her wedding by getting a portion of her wedding sponsored and she’s mastered exactly how you can create the wedding of

Feb 28, 2018 • 40:24

072: A Q&A Episode - Overspending, Vacation Savings, Trading vs. Investing & Business

On this episode I’m sharing a couple updates on what’s happening at Clever Girl Finance including the fact that I’m writing my first book! - What I covered on this episode: I’m get into answering some of the questions that have been sent to me and they include questions on: 1. How to end living pay check to pay check when you earn a good income. 2. Where and how to properly save for vacations. 3. The difference between investing and trading. 4. How to manage being an entrepreneur and an introver

Feb 20, 2018 • 15:25

071: Becoming Deserving Of Your Financial Success With Xenia Viray

When it comes to personal finance the main focus is typically on the outcome - the financial success but it’s also very important to discuss the transitions and emotions that leads you to that financial success and what it feels like to be on that journey including the peaks and valleys. To have this conversation, I’ve invited an amazing lady and friend of mine Xenia Viray. Xenia is the owner of a women’s clothing boutique in Brooklyn called Myths of Creation (mythsofcreation.com), focused on bu

Feb 13, 2018 • 1:05:06

070: Getting Your Personal Finances In Order After A Divorce With Cassendra Cadeau

The topic of divorce can be very touchy and even considered taboo but is a topic that needs to be discussed especially because 1 out of ever 2 marriages in the United States ends up in divorce. To have this conversation, my guest on this episode of the podcast is Cassandra Cadeau. Cassendra is the CEO of Gifted Financials (giftedfinancials.com) an organization that helps women learn how to effectively manage their money and live a lifestyle of financial abundance. She’s also the founder of the

Feb 6, 2018 • 46:57

069: The Makings Of The Perfect Resume And Why It Matters With Lauren McGoodwin

Today’s podcast is focused on helping you prepare your resume as you look for a new job or if you are looking to transition careers, because your resume is the first touch a recruiter or the HR department at a company has with you and getting employed especially at the right job ties heavily into your personal finances. To speak on this important topic, my guest today is Lauren McGoodwin, the founder of careercontessa.com which she founded in 2013 after working in recruiting for a tech company

Jan 31, 2018 • 43:29

068: How To Spend Your Tax Refund + Deductions You Don't Want To Forget When You File Your Taxes

It's tax season ladies! Receiving a tax refund check can make a big difference towards improving your finances and achieving your financial goals, so it's a good idea to create a clear plan for what to do with your refund in advance of receiving it this way all that money doesn't just slip through your fingers unaccounted for and on this episode I'm sharing a few suggestions to help you out. Also, I'm sharing some of the most commonly overlooked tax deductions that you should keep in mind when y

Jan 25, 2018 • 13:16

067: No Nonsense Advice On Ending The Crazy & Building A Truly Successful Business W/ Sharon Beason

**Just a heads up if you are listening with small children there is adult language in this episode.** Sharon Beason is a serial entrepreneur, national speaker, educator, holistic business strategist and the founder of Womeneur.com. She’s known for ‘telling the hard stuff that you don’t want to hear, but that you need to hear’ and she fuses her no-nonsense, in-your- face and personable style to connect with her audience - which is exactly what she did on this episode. With over a dozen years in a

Jan 22, 2018 • 35:43

066: Marriage & Money - Communication, Forgiveness, Compromise & Financial Success With Tai McNeely

On this episode my guest is the amazing Tai McNeely who is the founder of hisandhermoney.com, alongside her husband Talaat. They also have an incredible podcast and YouTube Channel called “The His & Her Money Show”. In this episode Tai shares the initial challenges she faced managing money in the early days of her marriage including working with her husband to pay off over $30,000 of debt in their first year of marriage. We talked about how financial roles can change in a marriage, setting goals

Jan 16, 2018 • 27:52

065: Women And Money - A Deep Dive Discussion

My guest on this episode of the podcast is Alexandra Taussig. She is the SVP of Women Investors at Fidelity and I met her at a “Women and Money” event that Fidelity hosted. Alexandra had an excellent talk and also shared her personal money story on the money mistakes she had made when she was younger and I just had to have her on the podcast! On this episode we took a deep dive into the topic of women and money - the differences between women and men when it comes to money management, being sing

Jan 8, 2018 • 38:06

064: Success Planning - How To Set Goals The Right Way

I love goal setting, it gives me clarity and direction, and it helps me track my progress and so on this episode I'm sharing why goal setting matters and some tips to help you set your financial, career and other life goals the right way so you can actually achieve them. Enjoy listening! Get access to my free resource library on www.CleverGirlFinance.com Check out the Clever Girl Finance YouTube Channel at YouTube.com/CleverGirlFinance Do you follow Clever Girl Finance on Instagram yet? You shou

Jan 3, 2018 • 15:13

063: A Review Of 2017 For Clever Girl Finance

The countdown to 2018 is on and so I'm sharing a few updates from the list of goals that I created earlier this year where I challenged myself to get out of my own way and get certain things done for Clever Girl Finance. I'm sharing my progress as well as some tips and advice for all the Clever Girl entrepreneurs. Enjoy listening! Get access to my free resource library on www.CleverGirlFinance.com Check out the Clever Girl Finance YouTube Channel at YouTube.com/CleverGirlFinance Do you follow Cl

Dec 26, 2017 • 21:08

062: Deal With Your Fears & Your Guilt & Become Successful With Money With Jen Hemphill

My guest today is the wonderful Jen Hemphill, the founder of www.JenHemphill.com. Jen is a military spouse, an accredited financial counselor, and money confidence coach and she also hosts her own podcast called Her Money Matters. On this episode, Jen and I talked about money fears and guilt, how to get into the space where you are sharing your financial wins no matter how small as well as the lessons you can learn from other people’s success stories and how to build your money confidence. We ta

Dec 26, 2017 • 41:21

061: The Strategy Behind A Career You Love That Pays You What You Are Worth

Are you ready to work in a career you love that pays you what you are worth? Well, my guest on this episode of podcast is Dorianne St. Fleur and she’s sharing the exact strategy you need to follow to have a fulfilling career that pays you what you are worth. Dorianne is a career coach & strategist based in New York City and she coaches women on how to identify and use their purpose in order to have a fulfilling and (financially) fruitful career. Her philosophy on career success goes way deeper t

Dec 14, 2017 • 46:25

060: Travel Hacking 101 With Felicia Blaise

Have you ever wondered how people score such incredible travel deals to amazing destinations? Well my guest today is Felicia Blaise and she’s breaking down how you can be a successful travel hacker! Felicia is a Certified Financial Education Instructor (CFEI), Travel Strategist, and the Chief Budget Balancer at FeliciaBlaise.com and on this episode, she shares her own personal money story of paying off her credit card debt as well as exactly how to score a great deal while traveling and still be

Dec 4, 2017 • 33:55

059: The "Hate Mail" Episode.....Because Haters Will Always Hate :)

This episode is a fun one because I'm going through some hate mail and hate comments....it's been a while! 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.clevergirlfinanceacade

Dec 4, 2017 • 14:31

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

Nov 28, 2017 • 50:32

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 qui

Nov 20, 2017 • 33:27

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 he

Nov 17, 2017 • 1:01:10

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 i

Nov 13, 2017 • 36:18

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

Nov 10, 2017 • 38:52

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 mak

Nov 9, 2017 • 7:09

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 m

Nov 3, 2017 • 50:54

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 f

Oct 30, 2017 • 39:06

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 w

Oct 23, 2017 • 48:09

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 abou

Oct 12, 2017 • 36:22

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 th

Oct 9, 2017 • 7:57

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.stil

Oct 4, 2017 • 57:39

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

Sep 27, 2017 • 34:13

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:/

Sep 25, 2017 • 7:41

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,

Sep 21, 2017 • 26:49

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

Sep 19, 2017 • 35:52

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

Sep 14, 2017 • 18:29

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 fol

Sep 11, 2017 • 39:29

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, 2017 • 29:38

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 Finan

Aug 27, 2017 • 45:30

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, 2017 • 15:46

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://am

Aug 16, 2017 • 41:36

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, 2017 • 27:40

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, 2017 • 17:13

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 info@ruffinconsultingservices.com Take Ebony's Life insurance course at http://bit.ly/lifeinsurance101course

Aug 1, 2017 • 35:23

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, 2017 • 10:13

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

Jul 20, 2017 • 32:27

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, 2017 • 45:02

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, 2017 • 15:04

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, 2017 • 49:19

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, 2017 • 17:37

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, 2017 • 14:54

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, 2017 • 18:31

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 checklist

Jun 2, 2017 • 37:24

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, 2017 • 10:45

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, 2017 • 32:12

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, 2017 • 12:55

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, 2017 • 19:15

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, 2017 • 8:14

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, 2017 • 10:22

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 C

Apr 7, 2017 • 28:26

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, 2017 • 7:11

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, 2017 • 10:48

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:

Mar 16, 2017 • 10:50

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, 2017 • 16:47

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, 2017 • 15:57

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, 2017 • 13:47

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, 2017 • 12:38

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, 2017 • 14:21

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, 2017 • 12:23

008: Having A Millionaire's Mindset - How To Harness And Develop The Right Mindset

What are the characteristics of millionaires and the truly successful? How can you develop your own millionaire's mindset? Listen in as I talk about having and developing your own millionaire / successful mindset. 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 Clev

Jan 19, 2017 • 16:44

007: Tips On Managing Money In Your Marriage

I'm sharing my thoughts on money management in marriage and how you can be successful with it! ____________________ 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

Jan 11, 2017 • 17:01

006: Money Questions To Ask While Dating

The money questions and behavior observations you should focus on when dating especially before you get married! ____________________ 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

Jan 6, 2017 • 12:57

005: Setting Goals & Taking Action

Happy New Year! It's that time of year when setting goals and resolutions is at the top of everyone's mind and I'm sharing my thoughts and encouragement! ____________________ 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

Jan 5, 2017 • 11:18

004: 7 Things You Are Doing That Can Prevent You From Ever Being Financially Successful

The 7 things you should work on changing if you want to achieve financial success. 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

Dec 12, 2016 • 17:11

003: The Story Of My First Credit Card

Laugh with me (and at me) as I share the story of my first credit card and the debt I acquired along with it! I signed up for "free money" but then gave them an address to get my "bill" sent to me hmmm......Go Figure. Enjoy! ____________________ 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

Nov 21, 2016 • 11:16

002: How I Saved $100k In 3.5 Years

Listen to my story of how I was able to save over $100,000 in 3.5 years right after I graduated from college! 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

Nov 18, 2016 • 15:57

001: Welcome To "The Clever Girls Know" Podcast

A quick intro the Clever Girl Finance podcast! A personal and business finance for women who want to achieve financial success! ____________________ 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

Nov 12, 2016 • 8:41