Donald Raymond

Financial Fitness

Education EN ↓ 23 episodes

In this Podcast, we cover everyday real-world scenarios applicable to all of us in our day-to-day journey toward financial freedom. of course, that looks different for all of us, but the basic principles remain the same - Be Smart, Be Intentional and Be Different! The last one is my favorite, but it is the hardest for many to master. There are so many distractions in our world telling us to do what feels right and go with the flow, but in the end that won't get you where you want to go. Here we will go on a journey together, and cover every day topics that we all face, in an effort to uncover...

Author

Donald Raymond

Category

Education

Podcast website

www.buzzsprout.com

Latest episode

Mar 9, 2026

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Episodes

Start Small - Be Consistent - Achieve Your Goals 09.03.2026

Small Starts. Big Growth. This tiny plant didn’t grow overnight. A little light. A little water. A little time. Your finances work the same way. A few dollars saved. A small investment. A simple habit repeated daily. Stay consistent. Small steps today grow into big results tomorrow. Start small. Stay faithful. Finish strong.

S2:Ep13 - Higher Education on a Budget 09.12.2022

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S2:Ep12 - Discover Your Why 18.11.2022

Send us a text Join me as I interview a fellow financial coach on a journey to discover your WHY and better understand the value in this exercise!  Christine is the owner of Compass Financial Wellness, and has a passion for helping people win with money and gain traction by uncovering their true potential and motivation. https://youtu.be/e7-re1ofIBQ https://compassfinancialwellness.com/ https://ww...

S2:Ep11 - Real-estate Update - Part 3 28.10.2022

Send us a text Wrapping up the first interview and discussing the overall expectations and key take-a-ways for buyers & sellers today!  Amy Patterson Southern R/E Connections 30 East Washington St Unit C Newnan, GA 30263 770-843-8709 theamypattersonteam@gmail.com Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREE Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase,...

S2:Ep10 - Real-estate Update - Part 2 14.10.2022

Send us a text The conversation continues....now looking at the generational impacts of real-estate on our financial fitness.  Amy Patterson Southern R/E Connections 30 East Washington St Unit C Newnan, GA 30263 770-843-8709 theamypattersonteam@gmail.com Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREE Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receiv...

S2:E9 - Realestate Update - Part 1 23.09.2022

Send us a text Today I speak with a local realtor to learn more about the current market conditions, and help you decide what the best options are!  Amy Patterson Southern R/E Connections 30 East Washington St Unit C Newnan, GA 30263 770-843-8709 theamypattersonteam@gmail.com Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREE Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a...

S2:Ep8 - Cash Rules and Credit Drools 17.06.2022

Send us a text My 7 year old gets it, and today he explains it to you! Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREE Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show

S2:Ep7 - Call to Action 22.04.2022

Send us a text Its time to take action, and move forward with intentionality and purpose.  One thing I can guarantee is that the market IS going to change, and continue to change, so have a plan and work your plan to achieve your goals in support o your values, but be prepared to make changes along the way.....just get moving!  You will never finish, if you never start! Raymond House Financial Coa...

S2:Ep6 - Climb Your Mountains! 25.03.2022

Send us a text Climbing a mountain is no walk in the park, but the views from the top are oh so sweet!  It all starts with a decision and a commitment to achieve a goal......then its just one step after the next to reach the summit. Once you're there, no matter how tired you are from the journey, you are rewarded with the view and the reminder of achievement, and you instantly become an inspiratio...

S2:Ep5 - Your Budget is NOT Your Bank Account 11.03.2022

Send us a text Challenge time………starting today…….interact with your budget and don't be afraid to make as many changes and updates as you need to, but remember that you guardrails are your income for the period that you are budgeting.  A simple way to get started is to make next month's budget with this month's income, and keep using that pattern until you have your emergency fund in place.  This...

S2:Ep4 - Practical Budgeting; Cutting Cheese 25.02.2022

Send us a text What else is there to say, haha.....the title really says it all! Seriously though, if we can have fun with finances, then we may as well forget about making real progress!  In this episode, I attempt to illustrate how converting non-productive time into productive time can not only reduce cost, but even have the potential to increase your revenue streams, and offset financial burde...

S2:Ep3 - Practical Budgeting (Cord Cutting) 11.02.2022

Send us a text Have fun with this one!  There is something for everyone in this category, even if its a hybrid of cable and streaming services.  There is little doubt that streaming and onDemand services is how we will consume content for the foreseeable future, but cutting the cord seems to be a difficult notion for many to come to terms with.  If you can use this as motivation to reallocate the...

S2:Ep2 - STOP Investing in Your 401k 28.01.2022

Send us a text I hope I got your attention.....No, this isn't really about giving up on your 401k and other investments.  Its about preparing your financial fitness to become ready to invest, and following a plan and having the discipline to know when its NOT time to invest.  References Everyday Millionaire Ramsey+ Free Trial Raymond House Financial Coaching Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast lau...

S2:Ep1 - Back To The Basics 14.01.2022

Send us a text Throughout my life there are countless examples of how going back to the basics of how I learned any new skill or technique has been the solution to a struggle when faced with new variables.  Over time we inevitable layer on so many bit of new information, that the original message and skill is lost inside this complex ball of information, that is only hiding the truly valuable mess...

S1:Ep9 - Season 1 Recap 24.12.2021

Send us a text Thanks for a terrific Season 1, and for the opportunity to meet some of you, listen to your stories, and hopefully help provide guidance, motivation and inspiration for a better financial future........and better Financial Fitness! Here is the list of Episode Titles so you can easily go back and find the ones that are of most interest to you.... Ep 1 - Intro to Financial Fitness Ep...

S1:Ep8 - Urgent vs Important.........What's the difference??? 10.12.2021

Send us a text Today we look deeper into urgency, and what role it plays in your life.  The goal is to understand the difference and provide a few specific applications that can improve your focus, your results and your overall quality of life.  I hope you find this helpful, and as always, if you need help applying the skills and techniques found here.....follow the links below and schedule a free...

S1:Ep7 - Distractions (Don't Forget to BREATHE!!) 25.11.2021

Send us a text Distractions are everywhere, and urgency is the parasite that is always looking for a new host to live on.  It carries disease and infection in the form of taking your focus away from the truly important things in life.  Whether during the holidays or throughout the rest of the year, this can have a significant impact on your ability to maintain healthy relationships with family and...

S1:Ep6 - Holiday Season Prep.....Are You Ready??? 12.11.2021

Send us a text With the holiday season upon us, the purpose of today's episode is to bring focus and purpose to a season that is far too often described by the cost or the stress associated with it, rather than by the joy and the time spent with loved ones. I hope you find encouragement and motivation in this episode that will inspire you to start making small changes today that will have big impa...

S1:Ep5 - The Financial Philosophy (Who is in Charge?) 29.10.2021

Send us a text We all have one, and it changes with us during the various stages of life that we all go through.  Here are the 6 principles that I reference in this episode.... Build you budget starting with income, and funding your needs until all the income is consumed Live on less than you earn Prioritize the 4 walls (as outlined in Financial Peace University) Get the whole family involved in d...

S1:Ep4 - The Mid-Month Rebalance 15.10.2021

Send us a text Admittedly, this one is out of order, but it’s good timing, and I think changing the sequence of this episode content with the future episode on budgeting will help this one make more sense when I refer to it later. When I talk about budgeting with a new client they often times get tense, or start to fear the idea that if they budget it will mean that they can't spend any money on t...

S1:Ep3 - Learn to Earn (The Income Side of the Conversation) 04.10.2021

Send us a text What this episode is NOT....... I am in no way suggesting that everyone needs to assess their worth and quit their job.  That may be the case for some, but for most there will be a moment of clarity and opportunity that comes from the self and market assessments described in this episode. I know that there will be many reactions to this episode, and I think that is why it was so imp...

S1:Ep1 - Intro to Financial Fitness 22.09.2021

Send us a text Thanks for tuning in!  Please leave your feedback as I hope to make this an interactive and relatable podcast, that will cover content we all face day-to-day, and in a way that helps us remove barriers and move ever closer to our goals of financial freedom......whatever that means for your family and future generations. Website: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1858460 Buzzsprout - Let's...

S1:Ep2 - Perfection is the enemy 22.09.2021

Send us a text I battle with this everyday, and today I was encouraged during what could have been a difficult conversation with my son.  The result was a true teachable moment for both of us, so I am sharing with all of you.  I have learned not to be surprised by these little moments anymore, but I am still so humbled by how amazingly insightful a child's heart is if we just take the time to list...

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