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

When it comes to couples and money there are two issues: #1 you don't want to talk about money with your partner, and #2 you think you are always right. No wonder why money is one of the main reasons that most couples get divorced. Casey and Meygan Caston, the creators of Marriage 365, are here to share how you can avoid those nasty money fights, get on the same money page, and have a thriving relationship. They share their real-life story of battling through $200,000 in debt, almost getting divorced, to now running a global business that is all about creating happy relationships. It's safe to say they know a thing or two about healthy relationships. What You'll LearnThe story of how Meygan and Casey battled through massive debt and the brink of divorceWhat are the key components of a healthy marriageWays to avoid fighting about money so you can finally get on the same pageHow to play to your strengths in a relationshipWhy they decided to start Marriage365 and how they help coupl…

Life always has a way of directing you to where it wants you to go. Our guest, entrepreneur Natalie Franke, thought she would just go to college and become a neurologist when life threw her a curveball and she found out you had a brain tumor. Her story ends well – she took this lifestyle change in stride, became a successful wedding photographer, started the Rising Tide Society which was acquired by HoneyBook in 2015, all at the age of 25. Natalie believes that finding clarity in life and your finances can be achieved once you learn how to tap into your genius zone. What You'll LearnNatalie's story of learning she had a brain tumor and how that changed her career pathHow to find your genius zone and how that brings clarity in lifeWhy Natalie decided to start the Rising Tide SocietyHow HoneyBook became an integral part of her personal and financial storyWhat you need to know before you start a businessWhat Natalie is doing to help other female entrepreneurs have equal rights Link…

According to Dictionary.com, a mindset is the ideas and attitudes with which a person approaches a situation, especially when these are seen as being difficult to alter. To achieve success with your money, you must learn how to master your money mindset.  I thought it might be fun to wrap up the month doing a little mashup of some of the most impactful ideas over the last month to remind you that mastering your mindset is well within your reach. Not to mention, the benefits of doing so will be felt in every area of your life from your relationships, to your career, your relationship with yourself and of course your money situation. What You'll LearnHow to create holistic wealth with Keisha BlairMake your money happy money with Ken HondaLearn to overcome life's setbacks with Michaela Renee JohnsonMy top tips to master your mindsetWhy your money mindset is so important to your success LinksMake Your Money Happy with Ken HondaTurn Your Stumbling Blocks Into Stepping Stones with Mi…

No matter your gender, you most certainly know of or have worn a sports bra. In this episode, I have the most eye-opening, inspiring, entrepreneur 101 crash course conversation with Lisa Lindahl, author of the book Unleash the Girls: The Untold Story of the Invention of the Sports Bra and How It Changed the World (& Me), and the creator of the original, very first, sports bra. Lisa shares her story of how she took an idea and turned it into an entire industry, without a business background. If you’ve ever wanted to create something, this episode will inspire you to take that leap. What You'll LearnHow to be fearless with your ideasHow Lisa recognized a problem in her life and created a product to change thatWhy you don't need a business degree to run a business (but you do need a business plan)How to cultivate a good mindset as an entrepreneurThe power in asking yourself the question "Who am I"The moment that almost changed everything for Lisa and JogbraLinksUnleash the Girls …

I think January is so interesting. It’s the month that as my guest Julie Voris, an online fitness and nutrition coach says, we want to do all the things and the reason we don’t, it’s because we don’t commit to the choice. We give up somewhere between Jan 1 and Jan 31.  But getting yourself healthy isn't just about losing weight, but it’s about forming good habits, getting your blood flowing so you can think better, have more energy, and spur on some good juju so you can tackle your goals. Thankfully, Julie is here to show you how you can get yourself healthy on any budget.  What You'll LearnWhy being healthy is about so much more than how much you weighHow to incorporate exercise and good nutrition on any budgetThe mental benefits of working outHow Julie cultivated a career around exercise and nutritionWhat are some easy ways to workout at homeWays to figure out what eating plan is right for your bodyHow to change your mindset around exercise and nutritionLinksJulie Voris website…

As our guest, Ken Honda author of the book Happy Money says, "Money is energy. It can be happy or unhappy." So I’m curious, is your money happy, does it smile back at you, because it really should. Ken is a legend in Japan. He’s japan’s bestselling zen millionaire, and his best selling book, Happy Money: the Japanese Art of Making Peace with Your Money is a MUST read. Alright, now that I piqued your interest, let’s hear from Ken what exactly is happy money. What You'll LearnHow to determine if your money is happy or unhappyThe difference between the Japanese way and the U.S. way of handling moneyWhy most people are in a deeply unhappy relationship with moneyHow Ken Honda decided to focus his effort on the concept of happy moneyPractical ways to handle your emotions around moneyLinksHappy Money bookKen Honda's websiteKen Honda's Instagram SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Go behind the …

I’m throwing my hands in the air and telling you straight up that I love to shop – but I equally love finding a good deal and feeling like I’ve won at ballin’ on a budget. That means I need a little strategy behind my shopping. I asked Trae Bodge, our resident smart shopping expert, to dish everything you need to know how to shop smart and save money all year long. What You'll LearnHow and when to find the best shopping dealsWays to cultivate a good mindset around shoppingAre shopping apps and coupons worth your timeDoes price matching actually workShould you buy online or in-store for the best dealsHow to think about shopping once you're debt-freeTrae's secret tips to save money all year long LinksTrae's websiteTrae on InstagramTrae on Twitter Book of the Month January's pick: Holistic Wealth by Keisha Blair SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Go behind the scenes of the podcas…

I discovered a secret a long time ago that I want to let you in on. The power of therapy – not only for things like relationships, or anxiety, or depression but also for things like money. Therapy is a great tool to help you figure out why you do or do not make certain money decisions. So in this episode, I head straight to the therapy couch with Terry Ladow to find out how you can heal your habits, your heart, and your mind and spur on some money mental fitness. What You'll LearnWhat is therapyWhy I'm so passionate about therapyWhat can you expect to do in a therapy sessionWhy would you choose to go to therapy or see a counselorWhat are some of the benefits you can expect from therapyHow therapy can help your money mindsetAlternate forms of therapy if you can't afford traditional therapyHow to find a good therapistWhy we all need to communicate more and how you can incorporate that in your daily lifeLinksTalkspace online therapyTerry Ladow's email - teach2think@gmail.comCalm med…

How we view life’s inevitable setbacks can have a profound effect on our overall well-being. After all, crumbling under the weight of disappointment isn’t nearly as productive as finding a way to be happy with a new reality — even when that reality is beyond anything we could have imagined. Michaela Renee Johnson is sharing her profound story of turning life’s stumbling blocks into stepping stones on this episode and how you can do the very same thing. What You'll LearnMichaela's journey from living in an upscale area in Sacramento to a 27-ft trailer in the Sierra Nevada mountain rangeHow to survive stumbling blocks Strategies to turn any stumbling block into a stepping stone for the futureThe scoop behind Michaela's book, Teetering on DisasterThe power of your money story and how you can re-create yourself   LinksTeetering on Disaster bookMichaela's website SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT…

I want you to imagine a life where you are financially savvy and independent, living with purpose and generosity while inspiring others. Keisha Blair, the author of the book Holistic Wealth, is our guest on this episode and she’s dishing life lessons to help you find purpose, prosperity, and happiness in your life right now. What You'll LearnWhat is holistic wealthThe 6 laws that govern holistic wealthKiesha's story of finding holistic wealth after the tragic death of her husbandActionable steps to bring holistic wealth in your lifeHow to live an abundant life with purpose Episode Sponsor Thanks to our episode sponsor You Need a Budget. You Need A Budget is an award-winning software and a proven budgeting method—that works. Gain total control of your money. Stop living paycheck-to-paycheck, get out of debt and save more with YNAB. Stop stressing about money and start your FREE 34-Day trial of YNAB today by going to ynab.com/millenial. Book Club of the Month For January, we’re…

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

New Year’s resolutions don't work, it's a proven fact. So why would you waste time or energy making resolutions? I’ve got a better plan I’m going to share with you in today’s episode. According to U.S. News, 80% of New Year's resolutions fail by February. And, in a poll that was taken in 2017, 53% of people said their resolution was to save money and 45% was to lose weight and get in shape while 25% of people said they just wanted to have more sex. Ok, well those aren’t bad resolutions, right. But they don’t stick. So what can you do – you’ve got to have a different plan for success – and it’s not about resolutions it’s about action. What You'll LearnHow to relax into the new year without a laundry list of resolutionsWhy resolutions don't workHow to set goals and make an action plan that will workHow to embrace you in the new yearWhy you should be thankful for the past and move on SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to…

I’m so excited to have back on the show our resident investing guru Michele Schneider. She’s sharing 9 investing megatrends that you need to know for 2020 and a whole lot of investing info to help you know where to put your money next year. You might remember Michele who wrote the book Plant your Money Tree and was on an earlier episode this year. I’m so in love with her book – I keep it as one of my staples on my nightstand and come back to when I need a good investing refresher. What I love about Michele and her advice is that she talks to us like we’re human and really explains the complex terms. What You'll LearnThe 9 investing megatrends Michele says you need to pay attention toHow to spot a megatrendHow to research a megatrendHow to think about investing past your 401(k) and IRAMichele scoops her upcoming bookLinksPlant Your Money Tree bookMichele on TwitterMarketGuage SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe…

Have you ever had those moments when you know you’ve got some extra cash in your bank account and then you aimlessly spend it all while thinking, "I know there was some good reason I was saving this money?" This episode reboot is all about creating a plan to upgrade areas of your life where you spend the most amount of time because, without a plan, that extra cash will likely be spent on stuff you don't really need. What You'll LearnWhy I decided to upgrade four areas of my life where I spend the most amount of timeHow to create a plan for upgrading your life based on your budgetMy 25%-50% rule that I use whenever I get extra cashHow spending money where you spend your life can help bring balance to all areas of your lifeHow to figure out what areas of your life need some upgrading LinksCasper MattressAvocado MattressThe best mouse ever SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Want to ha…

I’m curious, how you feel about networking? For most of us, the idea of networking can be fear-inducing. The good news is you now have permission to throw out the old-school networking rules. As our guest, Charles Ruffolo The NetworKing says, the key to networking your way to success isn’t really about you, it’s about what you can give. What You'll LearnThe five basic steps to networkingWhy you can throw out elevator pitches for goodHow Charles stepped into networking and turned it into a businessWays to get people to remember youHow to use networking to help you financiallyCharles' #1 rule when it comes to networking LinksThe NetworKingCharles on YouTubeCharles on Twitter SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Go behind the scenes of the podcast and sign up for our free monthly emails. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get SocialShannah on TwitterShannah…

If you've never taken a look at a credit union, now is the time. Credit unions are a cooperative banking system meaning they exist literally to give back to their members. Get this, there are over 9,000 credit unions in the U.S. One of the things that makes me so excited is that credit unions are non-profits. They pass profits back to members in terms of lower fees and better rates.  You may remember Tamar Atamian, VP of Marketing and Advertising from Wescom Credit Union, from an episode in October, and we are back for part 2 to help you fall in love with credit unions and uncover why credit unions might just be better than banks. What You'll LearnWhat is a credit unionWhat makes credit unions different from traditional banksHow credit unions pass profits back to membersHow you can join Wescom credit unionWhy credit unions like Wescom give back to the communityHow to find and join a credit union LinksWescom Credit UnionTamar Atamian on LinkedInWhat Would You Give Up to Get Rid …

You’ve got only a few more days to enroll for open enrollment for health insurance in 2020. However, no matter when you’re listening to this episode, you’re going to love this guide to hacking health insurance with Cosmopolitan Deputy Lifestyle Director Ashely Oerman. Ashley is breaking down what you need to know and how to save some bucks in the process, like her great tip on whether to choose an HMO or PPO (hint, there’s more gems like this one in the episode). What You'll LearnHow to figure out whether you should have a PPO or an HMO (and Ashley's $84K trick)What a health savings plan is and why you might want oneThe biggest lessons Ashley learned putting together her guide to hacking health insuranceTricks to help you save money on your monthly premiumWays to save money on prescription drugs Career and money advice from Ashley LinksCosmo's Smart Girl's Guide to Hacking Health Insurance Open enrollment guidelinesAshley on InstagramAshley's website SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Wan…

I've got a question for you. What would it feel like to be debt-free, to start over from a blank page, to not have that stress and worry hanging over you? I would imagine pretty good – but becoming debt-free takes time, some tips and tricks and as Michael Bovee says, it’s all about getting to know ourselves. Michael is a debt expert and co-founder of Resolve a company that helps people in financial distress navigate their way to financial health. In this chat, Michael shares ways to pay down debt, the nitty-gritty about debt settlement and the ins and outs of filing for bankruptcy. My rule is there is no room for judgment when it comes to debt – life happens, things happen, let this episode be a tool you can use if you or anyone you know find themselves making debt payoff a top resolution for 2020.  What You'll LearnWhat do consumer debt levels continue to riseIs all debt bad debt?Some practical ways to get out debt beyond the snowball and avalanche methodsWhat you need to know a…

I’m normally not a big fan of separating women from men when it comes to money, however, I am a strong supporter of creating a new language around investing for women. Why, because, as our guest, Amanda Holden, aka the Dumpster Doggy says, "there’s a lot of femme shaming when it comes to money, how we’re spending and investing it and well, we just don’t process information the same way, but that’s a good thing." So let’s drop the bs and get some solid investing advice from someone who is committed to changing the way women invest. What You'll LearnWhy Amanda is passionate about teaching women what they need to know without the bsThe story behind Amanda's successful blog, The Dumpster Dog BlogMoney blindspots women have and how to avoid thoseHow to win at investing even if you are a newbieWhy learning about investing is critical LinksInvested Development course (use code millennial for $50 off)The Dumpster Dog BlogAmanda on Instagram SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first…

We all have a money story. A way in which we grew up thinking about money, either consciously or unconsciously and our money story has power over the choices we make and don’t make with our money. Our podcast guest, Dr. Daniel Crosby, a psychologist, and a behavioral finance expert says that behavioral changes around money are tough because we all think our money story is normal because that’s all we know. So then the real question is, how do we create real change with our money? What You'll LearnHow powerful are brains are when it comes to moneyWhy your money story is a critical part of your successHow you can balance the fear of investing with the need to investWhy Daniel decided to write his latest book, The Behavioral InvestorHow you can override your money story and create a new one LinksDaniel on TwitterThe Behavioral Investor bookDaniel on LinkedIn SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’…

Six letters – BUDGET – probably one of the most despised combinations of letters in the English language, but that’s because you’re thinking about it all wrong. A budget isn’t a set in stone document that is some formal decree telling what you can and can’t spend your money on. In fact, in this reboot episode, you'll learn how to create a budget, and why I'm giving you permission to throw out your budget with a few simple caveats.  What You'll LearnUnderstand why you despise the process of budgeting firstWhat questions to ask yourself to get in a better money mindsetWhy setting goals is the key to achieving financial successSo many tips on how to win at budgeting and tracking your money each monthMy easy 1-2-3 system of budgetingWhy you need to be in the driver's seat when it comes to your spending (your future will thank you)Sharing my own story and struggles with budgeting SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscri…

It's that time of year again for Black Friday, Cyber Monday and all the deals. It's easy to get carried away and spend more money than you want during this time of year. Luckily, I’ve got Julie Ramhold from DealNews and Jay Klauminzer from Raise on this episode to help us sort out the money-saving tips we need for Black Friday and Cyber Monday. What You'll LearnWhere the deals are, and where they aren'tHow to shop smarter and make your money stretchMobile apps and websites to help you save moneyWhen the best day is to shopHow to outsmart the retailers and know what to buy whenHow to buy gift cards at a discount with Raise LinksDealNewsRaiseA Sneaky Way to Build Wealth podcast episode SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Go behind the scenes of the podcast and sign up for our free monthly emails. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get SocialShannah on Twi…

Have you ever wondered why we eat turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy and our favorite veggie dish for Thanksgiving? The Thanksgiving meal has evolved so much since the early 1900s and become the holiday we associate with eating until we can't eat anymore. In this Friendsgiving episode reboot, I sat down with the amazing Katherine Spiers, host of the Smart Mouth Podcast, to find out the history behind the Thanksgiving meal and got to the bottom of our pumpkin crazed eating trends. What You'll LearnHow the Thanksgiving meal has evolved over timeHear the fascinating story behind the year of two ThanksgivingsUncover some regional differences in ThanksgivingWhy food has become a powerful mediator to tackling tough conversationsWhat are some of the latest Thanksgiving trendsHow to make the most out of your Thanksgiving on any budget + host an amazing Thanksgiving partyFinally, how to embrace where you're at this Thanksgiving no matter how much money is in your bank account or the goals you…