Get Ready: Before Life Happens Podcast

Send us Fan Mail On the latest episode of The Get Ready Money Podcast, I spoke with Anne Lester, author of “Your Best Financial Life” about changing the way we think about money and living a better life.  In this episode we discussed: Why it’s okay to say no to other people.  The value of compounding.  The importance of paying yourself first. How there is never a perfect time. How you can establis...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of The Get Ready Money Podcast, I was joined by Chris Mouzon, Financial Coach and Co-Founder of United Agency; Derrick Wesley, founder of Seedlyng Financial Education; Faith Teope, multimedia journalist and CEO of Leverage Retirement and Mac Gardner, Certified Financial Planner and Founder & Chief Education Officer of FinLit Tech to share insights on changing t...

Send us Fan Mail On the latest episode of The Get Ready Money Podcast, I spoke with Catherine Shanahan and Karen Chellew, the founders of My Divorce Solution and the hosts of the We Chat Divorce Podcast about changing the way we think about money and divorce preparation. In this episode we discussed: The importance of being informed and financially prepared. Why you need to know what you want and...

Send us Fan Mail On the latest episode of The Get Ready Money Podcast, I spoke with Naseema McElroy, founder of Financially Intentional, Author and Nurse about how we change the way we think about money and being financially intentional. In this episode we discussed: The importance of changing your circle of influence.  Why anyone can get on the right path. Learn what real wealth is - be an owner,...

Send us Fan Mail On this special episode of The Get Ready Money Podcast: The Financial Five, I was joined by Chris Mouzon, Financial Coach and Co-Founder of United Agency; Derrick Wesley, founder of Seedlyng Financial Education, Mac Gardner, Certified Financial Planner and Founder & Chief Education Officer of FinLit Tech and Thomas Kopelman, financial planner and the co-founder of AllStreet We...

Send us Fan Mail On the latest episode of The Get Ready Money Podcast, I spoke with Hirsch Serman, Founder of Lifecycle Financial about changing the way we think about money and creating positive outcomes during times of change .  In this episode we discussed: Create positive outcomes by considering your values and goals. Living a values based life (focus on what bring you joy and fulfillment). Wh...

Send us Fan Mail On the latest episode of The Get Ready Money Podcast, I spoke with J Money, award winning personal finance blogger and experimenter about changing the way we think about money and defining financial success.  In this episode we discussed: Focusing on your dream lifestyle and what makes you happy.  The less money you spend, the less money you need to earn.  Be more conscious with y...

Send us Fan Mail On the latest episode of The Get Ready Money Podcast, I spoke with Romy Pickron, founder of Asset Achievers and co-founder of Reducify about changing the way we think about money and making it accessible to everyone .  In this episode we discussed: Why you should have an accountability partner.  The importance of aligning yourself with your goals. Changing your narrative by empowe...

Send us Fan Mail On this special episode of The Get Ready Money Podcast, I share 60 things to change the way you think about life and money, that I’ve learned over sixty years.  Here’s five of the things that I shared:   Be curious. Ask questions. Listen, then listen more . Hear what other people are saying. Be yourself . Be authentic. We are all unique. There’s often no right answer . There’s sim...

Send us Fan Mail On the latest episode of The Get Ready Money Podcast, I spoke with Bernadette Joy, Chief Educator at Crush Your Money Goals about changing the way we think about money and how to crush our money goals.  In this episode we discussed: The value of becoming who you want to be. How we can face our fears.  The importance of taking the leap to do what you want.  How we can break generat...

Send us Fan Mail On this special 100th episode of The Get Ready Money Podcast, I was joined by Chris Mouzon, Financial Coach and Co-Founder of United Agency; Derrick Wesley, founder of Seedlyng Financial Education; Faith Teope, multimedia journalist and CEO of Leverage Retirement and Mac Gardner, Certified Financial Planner and Founder & Chief Education Officer of FinLit Tech. We each shared o...

Send us Fan Mail On the latest episode of The Get Ready Money Podcast, I spoke with Sheryl O’Connor and Phil Lubinski, co-founders of IncomeConductor about changing the way we think about money, and managing retirement income to provide retirees peace of mind.   In this episode we discussed: The importance of an implementation roadmap. The value of a time segmented approach is so important to mana...

Send us Fan Mail On the latest episode of The Get Ready Money Podcast, I spoke with Kat Walsh, Chief Legacy Officer and Philip Adu, Founder of the Center for Research Methods Consulting about changing the way we think about money and legacy planning .  In this episode we discussed: Why you should be thoughtful & deliberate with your money (Kat).  Allow your purpose to drive the way you view yo...

Send us Fan Mail On the latest episode of The Get Ready Money Podcast, I spoke with Prudence Zhu, the founder and CEO of Baoba USA about changing the way we think about money and living your best life .  In this episode we discussed: The importance of being confident in your habits. How money is intertwined with life. Have clarity that it’s your money and then make it matter.  Why compound interes...

Send us Fan Mail On the latest episode of The Get Ready Money Podcast, I spoke with James Leary, cofounder of OneProtection about changing the way we think about protecting our most valuable asset, our income .  In this episode we discussed: Why we need to think about our income as a long-term asset. The importance of having a contingency plan. Why you need to keep learning and grow. James Leary,...

Send us Fan Mail On the latest episode of The Get Ready Money Podcast, I spoke with Micah Autry, speaker, podcast host, author and entrepreneur about changing the way we think about money and finding the one thing that will make a difference.   In this episode we discussed: Why you should judge your life by your own metrics. The importance of valuing yourself by your expertise, rather than by the...

Send us Fan Mail On the latest episode of The Get Ready Money Podcast, I spoke with Maura Shaftoe, cash flow specialist at Let’s Plan about changing the way we think about money and our cash flow .  In this episode we discussed: Why you need to work with professionals who respect you. The importance of learning as much as you can about money.  Being intentional with your spending.  Maura Shaftoe,...

Send us Fan Mail On the latest episode of The Get Ready Money Podcast, I spoke with Vicki Vollweiler, Founder and CEO of College Financial Prep about changing the way we think about money and paying for college .  In this episode we discussed: Colleges are willing to negotiate because they are businesses. Why math matters when it comes to your money. What divorced parents need to know about FAFSA....

Send us Fan Mail On the latest episode of The Get Ready Money Podcast, I spoke with Emily Rasmussen, CEO and Founder of Grapevine about changing the way we think about money and charitable giving.  In this episode we discussed: The importance of investing in yourself. Being open to talking about money. Why everyone should consider a donor advised fund Emily Rasmussen is the Founder & CEO of Gr...

Send us Fan Mail On the latest episode of The Get Ready Money Podcast, I spoke with Karl Swanepoel, Founder and CEO of Revolancer about changing the way we think about money and finding freedom as a freelancer .  In this episode we discussed: Why money is relative. The importance of thinking about value. How working together compounds success. Karl Swanepoel is the CEO & Founder of Revolancer,...

Send us Fan Mail On the latest episode of The Get Ready Money Podcast, I spoke with Adam Holt, CEO and Founder of Asset Map, about changing the way we think about money and knowing the rules of the money game. In this episode we discussed: The importance of intentionality with your decisions. Build confidence, by becoming fluent with your money.  Why financial planners have an obligation to build...

Send us Fan Mail On the latest episode of The Get Ready Money Podcast, I spoke with Dana Samuelson, President of American Gold Exchange about changing the way we think about money and standards of excellence .  In this episode we discussed: Why you need to keep learning. The importance of saying what you do and doing what you say. Money, currency and value. Dana Samuelson is the President, of Amer...

Send us Fan Mail On the latest episode of The Get Ready Money Podcast, I spoke with Louis Barajas, author and advocate for underserved communities about changing the way we think about money and clarifying our why .  In this episode we discussed: Why you should live a purpose driven life The importance of putting why’s around your goals You can only help people who are ready to be helped Louis Bar...

Send us Fan Mail On the latest episode of The Get Ready Money Podcast, I spoke with Cathy Sikorski, speaker, elder lawyer and author about changing the way we think about money and caregiving .  In this episode we discussed: The importance of knowing your worth Caregivers can get paid for caregiving  Why money is abundant  If money is your only problem, you have no problems Cathy Sikorski, Esq. a...

Send us Fan Mail On the latest episode of The Get Ready Money Podcast, I spoke with Peter Kwadwo Asare Nyarko, Founding Executive Director for Center for Financial Literacy Education about changing the way we think about how financial literacy provides dignity .  In this episode we discussed: Why self-confidence is a life skill. The importance of learning to produce before consumption. How money f...