Marci talks money (and life)

Leadership is about more than strategy and results—it's also about understanding people, communication, and emotions. In this episode of Marci Talks Money (and Life), I talk with Jenna Heath about leadership development, communication, career readiness, higher education, and the importance of emotional intelligence in leadership. Jenna is an educator, communicator, and professional connector who h...

What happens when you achieve professional success but realize it's time to redefine what success truly means? In this episode of Marci Talks Money (and Life), I talk with Michael Farino about money, success, self-worth, career transitions, and the courage to invest in yourself. Michael spent more than 35 years as a corporate executive, managing multi-million-dollar budgets, business strategy, gro...

Strong communication and employee engagement can have a significant impact on workplace culture, employee satisfaction, and organizational success. In this episode of Marci Talks Money (and Life), I talk with Christine Dykeman, CEO and Founder of Lighthouse Engagement Advisors, about employee engagement, workplace communication, leadership, and creating positive employee experiences. Christine is...

Passion and resilience can help us navigate challenges, embrace change, and create opportunities we never expected. In this episode of Marci Talks Money (and Life), I talk with Kathy James about resilience, lifelong learning, professional development, leadership, and the power of pursuing your passions. Kathy is a learning program manager, TEDx speaker, resilience speaker, author, and educator wit...

Believing in yourself is only the beginning. Achieving your goals requires perseverance, hard work, and a willingness to keep moving forward despite obstacles. In this episode of Marci Talks Money (and Life), I talk with Otis Wilson Jr. about determination, resilience, personal growth, and the importance of believing in your abilities while doing the work necessary to create opportunities for your...

Setting goals is one thing. Finding the discipline, time, and determination to achieve them while balancing work, education, and personal commitments is another challenge entirely. In this episode of Marci Talks Money (and Life), I talk with Frank Grimaldi about goal setting, perseverance, education, career development, and pursuing multiple passions at the same time. Frank is both a talented musi...

Many coaches spend their careers helping others achieve their goals, but who helps the coaches build sustainable businesses and healthy financial habits? In this episode of Marci Talks Money (and Life), I talk with Scarlett Stanhope, also known as The Biz Hippie, about coaching coaches, money mindset, financial empowerment, and building a business that supports the life you want to live. Scarlett...

Strong communication skills can open doors, build relationships, and create opportunities in business. Whether you're speaking with clients, colleagues, or an audience, the ability to communicate effectively matters. In this episode of Marci Talks Money (and Life), I talk with David Perez about business communication, English language skills, podcasting, content strategy, and helping professionals...

Financial literacy isn't something most people master overnight. Like any skill, it takes practice, experience, and a willingness to learn from both successes and mistakes. Building your "money muscle" is a lifelong process. In this episode of Marci Talks Money (and Life), I talk with Julieta Duvall about financial literacy, parenting, alternative education, debt, and the lessons she learned while...

What happens when an injury changes a person's ability to work? Returning to the workforce can involve physical, emotional, financial, and legal challenges, making the right support and guidance essential. In this episode of Marci Talks Money (and Life), I talk with Karen Grossberg of VoCounsel LLC about vocational rehabilitation, injured workers returning to employment, wage earning capacity, and...

In this episode of Marci Talks Money (and Life), I talk with Rahul Kumar about financial literacy, financial freedom, immigration, entrepreneurship, and the lessons that shaped his approach to money and investing. After coming to Canada to pursue higher education, Rahul's perspective on money began to evolve. Influenced by the ideas in the book Rich Dad Poor Dad and challenged by a job loss during...

In this episode of Marci Talks Money (and Life), I talk with Paula McMillan-Perez, a school social work consultant, psychotherapist, and host of the Why Don't We Talk About This podcast, about scarcity mindset, financial trauma, healing, mentorship, and personal growth. Paula shares insights into how our experiences can shape our beliefs about money, success, security, and self-worth. We discuss t...

Divorce can be one of the most significant financial and emotional events a person experiences. Understanding the legal and financial issues involved can help individuals make more informed decisions during a difficult time. In this episode of Marci Talks Money (and Life), I talk with attorney Keith M. Nathanson about divorce, family law, financial considerations, and the legal issues that often a...

Welcome to the preview episode of my podcast Marci Talks Money (and life). I hope you will join us. Follow Marci Talks Money (and Life) wherever you get your podcasts to get the episodes as they post.  Visit MoneyMarci.com to check out other financial literacy resources. Podcast episodes are meant to be educational and informative. They are not professional advice or recommendations of any particu...

Entrepreneurship is rarely a straight path. Businesses evolve, opportunities appear unexpectedly, and success often comes from the willingness to adapt and grow along the way. In this episode of Marci Talks Money (and Life), I talk with Caryn Martinez about entrepreneurship, business ownership, creativity, and the journey of building and evolving multiple businesses. Caryn is the founder of severa...