Sharing More Than The Sheets

Most have heard of the saying that 'consistency is key' but what does it actually mean? Jim Rohn once said that: Success is neither magical nor mysterious. Success is the natural consequence of consistently applying the basic fundamentals. In this episode, Michael discusses the power of consistency on a personal, health and financial level. He shares some examples that he has seen first hand with...

If you're reading this, there is a chance that you have had or currently have a budget with issues, holes or weaknesses. Unfortunately there is no 'one size fits all' approach or silver bullet but there are some things to watch out for that Michael goes through in this episode. He shares and discusses some very common mistakes that he comes across as an adviser of couples that you may be able to r...

Being accountable can have many benefits in our personal lives that are obvious in some cases but not so obvious in others. Sometimes, the benefits can be financial, personal or or health related. Michael dives into the topic of accountability and highlights why it may be one of the biggest benefits of seeing a financial adviser. He touches on a few examples that he has come across and provides so...

Many assume that the financial success of others is usually based on pure luck most of the time. As a financial adviser, Michael has discussed this topic with many clients and has seen the impact that luck has had on the financial situations of some. He discusses the role that luck plays in investing as well as some thoughts and experiences on the concept of getting lucky.     Sharing More Than Th...

Michael shares a recent experience that allowed him to stumble across the most relaxing thing that he has ever done. It is so simple and is definitely not a secret. To those that do it, it is no surprise and to those that haven't done it in a while (or ever), they are under estimating it's powerful effect. While this episode has nothing to do with money, it is one that is surely going to have a pr...

We all have a different relationship with money and it is important to understand that neither type is right or wrong but needs to be understood and acknowledged to be able to improve money decisions. Michael goes back to a very popular episode he recorded with Dr Charles Chaffin where he shared some insights from his research over the years. He shares some points to keep in mind when making money...

While homemade jam or hot sauce is usually better than anything else out there, it is not always the case with Wills. DIY Will kits can be dangerous with a whole range of issues that can arise when person drafts their own Will. In this episode, Michael invites Romy Fulljames to discuss these risks and to also identify some of the factors that need to be considered when drafting a Will. To contact...

Financial advice has some benefits that are tangible and some that are not so tangible. Until you have gone through the process, you wont really understand the impact that the right advice can have on your life. Michael goes back to outlining six reasons that you need a financial adviser and what impact it can potentially have on you and your family's life in the short, medium and long term.     S...

Life can get expensive and monthly saving can be challenging. There are some money saving strategies that can have a significant impact on your family's finances and motivate you to work towards your goals. In this episode, Michael shares some quick wins that he has seen or done himself to try to accelerate savings and manage the cost of living.     Sharing More Than The Sheets is a podcast show t...

A lesson from Michael's economics teacher in high school has stuck in his mind since and has influenced hundred's of his life decisions. In this instalment of Michael's Magic Moment, he gives some examples of opportunity cost being ignored and the effect it can have on your life if you do the same.     Sharing More Than The Sheets is a podcast show to help couples make better financial decisions s...

While this may seem like the most outrageous comparison, how you manage your washing and how you should manage your money should be very similar. In this episode, Michael shares his take on this analogy and how it came up in conversation when talking about a client's financial situation.     Sharing More Than The Sheets is a podcast show to help couples make better financial decisions so that they...

This is a topic that most of us can relate to. We naturally like helping each other but where do we draw the line? Whether on a professional, personal or financial level, most find it very hard to say no. Developing this valuable skill will not only help you have clarity on the decisions you make in life but it will help you grow both financially and personally.     Sharing More Than The Sheets is...

Without financial advice and guidance, retirees are guessing as to when they can retire and they are usually guessing as to how much they can retire on. Michael shares some of the biggest regrets of retirees and he also opens up on a recent experience that he had with a couple as they looked back on their retirement so far and why they wished they had done things differently.     Sharing More Than...

In many cases, those who we spend most of our time with have the biggest influence on our lives. In this episode, Michael goes back to a very important episode and starts off with a quote that he heard as a teenager that has had a significant influence on his life. The impact of those around us can affect our mindset, energy, motivation as well as our growth and can have a big impact on financial...

No financial strategy should be 'set and forget'. There are many benefits of reviewing what you are doing with your money - some are tangible and some are intangible. In this episode, Michael discusses the reasons that you and your partner should not just 'go with the flow'. He stresses the importance of regularly checking in to see if you are on track and critic where you are saving or investing...

We make money decisions all the time and the majority of them have some form of emotion attached to them. When it comes to spending money, Michael explores the idea of not just trusting that we will get it right without some form of control or process. He shares a personal experience and hopefully this episode will give you something to think about the next time you review your money habits.     S...

Why do we wait for bad news to make change? Why aren't we all proactive with our healthy and wealth? In this episode, Michael shares some insight into a recent health diagnosis that prompted him to make a change. He reflects on the situation and shines some light on a problem that we all have in our lives - both financially and personally.     Sharing More Than The Sheets is a podcast show to help...

Tracking money that leaves your bank account is just as crucial (if not more) than what enters it. In this episode, Michael doesn't only emphasis why this is important but also highlights some strategies to tracking your spending. He also covers some of the risks of just 'going with the flow' and assuming it's all going to work out.     Sharing More Than The Sheets is a podcast show to help couple...

No relationship is perfect however it is important as a couple to ensure that your relationship is healthy. There are red flags that one should not ignore and there are skills and tactics that we can all use to help us learn from conflict that may occur in a relationship. Michael is joined by speaker, author and coach Monica Kalra as she breaks down and shares some healthy as well as some unhealth...

How Much Money Do You Need To Be Happy? It really is the million dollar question. Could the answer be simple? In this episode of Michael's Magic Moment, Michael addresses a simple yet important message that we all need to remind ourselves of. He highlights the importance of self reflection as well as having goals driven by purpose.     Sharing More Than The Sheets is a podcast show to help couples...

This episode stems from an experience that the Khouri family had a few years after buying a dishwasher. Michael shares some key learnings that may seem simple yet are very relatable to the regular struggles that many couples have when it comes to family finances. He shares some tips as well as the benefits of working together as a team instead of individually.     Sharing More Than The Sheets is a...

Not all advisers are for all types of clients and not all clients suit all types of financial advisers. In this week's instalment of Michael's Magic Moment, Michael recaps the steps involved in finding a financial adviser as well as what to look for and what questions to ask to ensure that they are a good fit and that your getting the best possible advice for you and your family.     Sharing More...

Depending on the time of the day (or the week) we can have different mindsets and we are well aware that our mindset can influence how we perform in our personal and work life. To explore this topic, Michael invites the Founder and Head Trainer of SportsMindset Aja Parham-Ammar as she provides some practical strategies on how we can train our minds to be in the best possible state to deal with cha...

There are many technical aspects when it comes to investing but there are also many physiological ones as well. Michael goes back to an episode with Clint Abraham as they discuss the basics of investing, the phycology of investing and some points that even the most experienced investors can forget at times.     Sharing More Than The Sheets is a podcast show to help couples make better financial de...

Do we have limits? Can we push our limits? Should we push our limits? In this episode, Michael is joined by Artist, Leader, Founder, CEO, High-Performance Coach, Entrepreneur, Author and Elite Ultra Endurance Athlete Jason Dunn as he shares his pathway to being unlimited. We regularly hear of the term 'self-realisation' but what does it mean and how can it lead to transformation and pushing our li...