Sharing More Than The Sheets

Your lifestyle can literally 'creep up' on you there are many ways to become aware of it, avoid it and deal with it. Sometimes it is enough to recognise that it has happened and sometimes it could involved getting help. Either way, it is happening to most people in one way or another and it could affect you and your family's financial future. In this episode Michael explains how to identify lifest...

Most people have their own version of financial success. For some it's a flashy car and to others it's working two days a week. In this episode, Michael discusses why it is important to understand what your definition is and why you and your partner should be on the same page. He touches on the risks of not having a plan and the risks of loosing sight of what financial success means to you.     Sh...

There are different types of stress and different ways to deal with stress. Some deal with it well and others usually don't know where to begin. Michael invites counsellor and high performance coach Zoe Slater to the show as she shares how to identity different types of stress, what warning signs to watch out for and how to deal with them. Her passion for personal growth and mental health is very...

The fear of investing is real and it is more common than you may think. Some have the fear as they have had a bad experience in the past, some don't understand investing and some have just heard enough bad stories and are basically spooked. In this episode Michael provides some strategies to overcome and manage your fear of investing so that you have the confidence to take the first step in buildi...

As we mature and become adults, we forget about all of the hobbies, sports and past times that used to give us energy. This can affect our lives in many ways and some of these areas may not be as obvious as you think. Join Michael as he discusses the importance of having an outlet as well as the significantly positive impact it can have on our lives from a emotional, physical and financial point o...

There are many reasons that money is neglected. Some are obvious and some not so obvious. One thing is certain: ignoring something doesn't mean that it will go away. In this episode, Michael Khouri highlights some habits and concerns that he comes across on a weekly basis and shares some ways to combat them so that you can be smarter with your money decisions.     Sharing More Than The Sheets is a...

Volatility is regular part of investing. While most investors understand this when they sign up for investing, many loose sight of their strategy and get caught up in the noise and hype around a market up or down turn. Michael shares some insight into some of the approaches that successful investors take during periods of market uncertainty. He highlights the importance of strategy, diversificatio...

Whether you're buying a house for the first time or not, there are lots of mistakes that could mean that you miss out on buying the property that you want or maybe paying too much for it. This week, Michael invites Jono Betros from The Buyers Squad to discuss his role as a buyers agent and to share five big mistakes that property buyers make. You are sure to learn something or have a few tips that...

Some people feel like they don't need to budget, and others have tried, and it just really hasn't worked out for them. Having structure in our lives is very important, especially when it comes to our money. In this episode, Michael goes back to an episode where he talks about the benefits of having a budget and why we all need some sort of financial structure in the way they manage our money.    ...

While the title of this episode may get you confused, Michael really jumps into a topic that he's very passionate about. When it comes to our motivation, we all have different levels of motivation, and it's important to understand our personality type so that we can continue to make sure that we are growing and working towards our goals. He uses the analogy of different size candles and how they r...

To Save or Invest? That is the question. It is not as straightforward as one would think. There are pros and cons and there are so many things to consider when making the decision. Michael goes back to an episode a few years ago as he shares his thoughts, experiences and some tips and traps that may assist in making the decision.     Sharing More Than The Sheets is a podcast show to help couples m...

We all have that one thing or those couple of tasks that we have been wanting to do for a while, but we just keep putting them off with the hope that we will finally get around to doing them. In this episode, Michael discusses some effective ways to tackle items that are being put off, as well as ways to become much more productive in your personal and financial life. He shares some tips and trick...

Risk can be scary and not understanding something enough is uncomfortable - and it should be. When it comes to investing and making money decisions, many just sit tight and do nothing and don't realise that sometimes there is a cost and a risk of doing nothing. Michael goes back to one of his favourite episodes as he shares a very important lesson that you should consider the next time you feel li...

If you have ever played Monopoly, you would know that there are different types of players. Some that are too conservative, some that may be too risky and those that have a strategy. Michael talks through and relates a game of Monopoly to our personal finance and reflects on what we should all be striving for when playing through the decisions of our own personal financial journey.     Sharing Mor...

Uncertainty is embraced by some and feared by many but it also can create opportunity if dealth with correctly. Michael goes back to an episode with high performance coach Ivor Lok to discuss some strategies with how to face uncertainty and to come out on top.     Sharing More Than The Sheets is a podcast show to help couples make better financial decisions so that they can focus on the things tha...

We all have regrets, and nobody has a crystal ball. Many high income earners, or really anybody that's earning a decent income after a period of time, usually look back and wish that they invested more. Michael touches on the things that investors should look out for when starting their journey as well as some pitfalls to be aware of and some strategies to make the most of the experience while enj...

Market fluctuations have always happened and will continue to happen. They can make investors nervous and if not managed effectively can have a detrimental impact on the investing experience and potentially one's long term returns. Michael goes through a few strategies that you should keep in mind next time your up against market fluctuations.     Sharing More Than The Sheets is a podcast show to...

Saving comes easy to some but not to others. Everybody has a different relationship with money as well as a different set of habits. Michael provides seven simple steps that anyone can take onboard to learn to become a better saver. Working on even a few of these points can help anyone save more money and enjoy the journey along the way.     Sharing More Than The Sheets is a podcast show to help c...

Change can be voluntary or mandatory and there are different ways to deal with both. Depending on how it is dealt with can determine whether it becomes a positive or negative experience. In this episode, Michael goes back to an episode where he shares some tips on how you can deal with change and take advantage of some opportunities that may arise out of it.     Sharing More Than The Sheets is a p...

A new year always comes with new goals and aspirations. But will these goals be achieved? How can they be achieved? Will it be another set of goals that go no where and will you let history repeat itself? Michael discusses a common trend at the start of each year and shares some tips on how you can increase the possibility of your goals becoming a reality and not just some fancy words on a piece o...

When should you receive financial advice? It is a very common question and while there may be some triggers such as marriage, birth, death or a even a job promotion, most can benefit from the right advice from the right person at the right time. Michael shares some examples where financial advice is best utilised but also the benefits of seeking advice as early as possible in one's financial journ...

While we all love being comfortable, it may not always be a good thing. Michael makes a promise to his children that leads him to stepping outside his comfort zone. He shares some of the reasons we should be regularly pushing the envelope and surrounding ourselves with others that encourage us to go beyond our own version of 'normal'.     Sharing More Than The Sheets is a podcast show to help coup...

While chipmunks like to store their acorns and other nuts for the winter, and do a great job of it, they may not be the best investors. But then again, we can’t blame them because it's all they know - we are no different. Many Australian's would love to start investing but they aren't informed enough on how to do it or where to start (due to lack of or too much information). Michael discusses the...

Whilst skydiving is something that Michael would never do, investing is something he regularly does. One may ask, how do they relate? Many Australians would absolutely love to start investing their money but they usually don’t know where to start or are spooked by stories and other people‘s bad experiences. In this episode Michael shares a few similarities that skydiving and investing have along w...

While exercise and staying fit is very important for our overall health, diet is just as important. Michael has invited Nicole Miller of Total Balance Nutrition, a qualified dietitian, to discuss the different things that we should be considering from a nutritional perspective, to ensure that we are putting in the right fuel to help get us the right results. They also discuss various types of diet...