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We get into the idea of working out and what motivates us to keep at it. Is looking good enough to keep you going back to the gym or is there something to working out for longevity. Can most of us prioritize working out the same once we have a family and other responsibilities

We dive into prenups (prenuptial agreements) and when they’re needed, the importance of talking about finances before getting married and who should bring up the scary topic when you’re in a serious relationship

Striking a balance between being independent and being able to ask for help is a tricky one, yet a lot of us have chosen the path of hyper independence instead. Why are we so keen to be self sufficient in our personal and professional lives and are we paying the price for it in the long run

FOMO affects everyone. In this episodes we dive into the different types of FOMO and how it affects you at different stages. Especially the FOMO of being single and in a relationship

Dating is hard enough these days with a paradox of choice as far as online dating sites and potential matches. But once you’ve met someone, how much does your financial status figure in the compatibility test ? Can a saver and a spender really make a long term relationship work or is it bound to end badly…

Most have 401ks or IRAs set up for retirement. We have been told to have an emergency fund in savings for all those unexpected expenses that pop up. But what about a setting up savings accounts to spend on things we enjoy. Does it make sense to set up an account for the things we like to spend money on like travel, eating out or anniversary presents ?

Why is online dating so hard? Does our generation have the paradox of choice that makes it difficult to date one person and stick with them. What does it take to successfully find a long term relationship. We discuss all the ins and outs of dating, putting yourself out there and dealing with the inevitable rejection that comes with it.

Most of us are working regular 9 to 5 jobs and are looking for ways to get our creative juices flowing through photography, crafts or even recording podcasts. But why is this generation so keen on starting podcasts and setting up Etsy stores and is this trend going to continue once AI is in the picture.

Side hustles have gone from being nice to have to a requirement for most people. With rising prices and a competitive job market, the only way to make extra money to make ends meet is to turn to passive income. We discuss what kind of hustles are best and what are some of the things that prevent people from getting started

In this episode we talk about our attempts at switching careers and all the steps you might need to take to successfully make a career change.

In this episode we talk about our attempts at switching careers and all the steps you might need to take to successfully make a career change.

In this episode we break down pay. From “unpaid” jobs to becoming a salaried employee, how remote work has changed the way companies are structuring salaries and if companies should be putting a dollar value on talent over time

In this episode we break down the pros and cons of Contract Work and how it compares to a full time job. We talk about our experiences around contract work and if taking the route of contract work was ultimately worth it in the end

As we reach the end of our first season of Just Hit Record, it’s time to reflect back at how and why we started this podcast. What was the intent and did we execute on that intent successfully. But most importantly, how much fun it’s been doing it all. We will be back with another season, but hopefully this time both in video and audio formats!

Brian is an American based out of Quebec, Canada. He's originally from upstate New York and has been in Quebec for about two years now. In our conversation with him, we try and understand what it feels like to be an American in a foreign land. From learning to be fluent in French to pursuing a successful career abroad and now nourishing the idea of a move to Europe to further his education, Brian...

In our previous nugget, we spoke about investing in the US. This nugget is similar but pertains to the different investment accounts that can be availed in Canada.

Building wealth in North America can be very different from how wealth is amassed in one’s native country. In this episode, we go over some of the basics of why saving is important and why cash is not always king. With rising inflation, a volatile market and surging real-estate, we discuss how to navigate the route to financial success over the long term.

Planning your retirement early in your life might seem inconsequential, but in reality, the sooner you get started, the better it is. In this quick little nugget, we discuss the different investment/retirement accounts available to us in the US and how they can add to securing your future.

In this episode, we continue our conversation from last time about the difference in work-life balance in different cultures. We also talk about how the pandemic has re-defined the struggle to maintain this healthy balance.

We all talk about work-life balance but rarely do we talk about what do you fill your time with once you’ve achieved that balance. While for some it’s family, that’s not always an option for an immigrant or any single guy/gal moving away from home. In this quick chat, we discuss our hobbies and what strategies we’ve employed in the past to meet new people, how we spend our time in a way that has h...

Work-life balance has been an ongoing conversation for the past decade now. However, some cultures & societies value it more than others. What happens when those cultures clash. How does one adapt and why do the differences exist? Join us in this episode to discuss all this and more.

Salaries can be a dicey conversation, especially when it’s your first job abroad. What’s too high and what’s too low? What’s high for Texas might be too low a salary in Cali. We break down all of the above and more, in today’s nugget.

Starting your first job can be both exciting and stressful. Working anywhere in the US or Canada involves working with a talented pool of people, sourced from across the globe. In this episode, we discuss how to avoid cultural clashes, prevent being boxed into your presumed stereotype, and instead thrive from the diverse fabric of people around you.

Once you’ve secured that dream job, it’s likely you’ll relocate. Choosing a home in a new city is dependent on a lot of factors such as rent, proximity to work, but above all your personal preferences. In this quick nugget, we talk about how you should decide where you reside!

Starting your first job can be both exciting and stressful. Working anywhere in the US or Canada involves working with a talented pool of people, sourced from across the globe. In this episode, we discuss how to avoid cultural clashes, prevent being boxed into your presumed stereotype, and instead thrive from the diverse fabric of people around you.