The Money Itch

What can I say? Though I have hit so many financial milestones, I am not perfect. I still make mistakes, even though I know better. I could write a long description about this podcast episode, but there is no need. This is an honest podcast episode about the mistakes I made in 2022 even though I had financial growth and how you can avoid the same mistakes. If you want to talk to me further about y...

It is inevitable. It doesn't matter if you are a new or seasoned entrepreneur, we all reach a hard point where we start to ask ourselves,   "Is this dream really going to come true?"  We ask ourselves this question even more in the beginning.  The way you respond will be the deciding factor between you building a sustainable flourishing business that supports you or not.  If so...

It was a hard decision, but I have spent the last few months discovering what I really want next in money. By the end of 2023, I can retire early before the age of 40. BUT… I have decided not to, and I am shocked by my decision. I recorded this episode after going to the park, drinking a cup coffee, and making the final decision. This is the message that is in my heart. In this episode, I will sha...

Yes, it is true. According to a stat released by CNBC in 2022, 47% of six-figure earners are living paycheck to paycheck. It makes you feel … weighed down hopeless and stuck … just reading it. And that is why I am encouraging you to turn off the financial news and get a new narrative! I was recently in a meeting with ten incredible women and we touch on the financial narratives and how they could...

YAYYYY! It is the New Year! A time for reflection and built up optimism for the year ahead.  But chances are that in the past your financial goals have been impeded. Well you are not alone. This is common.  Do you want to know a secret? The number one reason why people don't hit their goals is because of boundaries. You might have heard this before, but I beat you haven't heard what I am...

Do you want to hear a story? A story about how one woman went from not being able to retire to being able to… Retire early Make more in retirement than she does now Upgrade her home in retirement Going from two jobs to one and still accelerating her retirement And traveling to her dream destinations Well, I have a story for you! It is a story of one of my incredible powerhouse clients, Rachel! And...

This past week has been packed with goodness. To top it off my client submitted me for a segment called WOW Wednesday. This is a segment hosted on WHUR, a popular radio station in he Washington D.C. area, dedicated to acknowledging women in the area that are making an impact on the community.  I was honored to be selected and I decided to share it with you.  If you have been wondering ho...

Most of the time... wait let's be honest. All of the time, financial change to improve your money in the areas of credit scores, savings, retirement, and debt focuses on the technical. The experts often leave out the emotional piece.  But here is the secret to accelerating your financial change- The essentials to financial change is a combination of technical and emotional.  The experts...

On January 1st 2018, I stood on the top of a ski slope and wondered, why can’t life be like this all the time. That one thought led to my next big financial goal, building a lifestyle business. You want to know the question I get all the time, “How do I create a business that pays me well, but I don’t have to work a lot?” I had that same question in 2018 and I accomplished the goal in 2020. Now I...

In celebration of my 4th year in business, I gathered a group of lovely ladies together to teach them about the fours types of money personalities I am seeing lately and how to conquer what is holding them back from going for that important money goal. Many of the women saw themselves reflected in the personalities and how their actions might be preventing them from moving forward.  If you do...

I am so excited! In August I will be celebrating 4 years of being in business! That is 4 years of helping people… Increase investments Pay off debt Build large cash reserves Improve credit scores Get raises and promotions Qualify for investment properties Purchase their first homes Create businesses Increase business revenue while decreasing their workload Now after 4 years, I am seeing my clients...

I am creeping up on four years of working with people to change their financial lives. Over those years I have noticed three essential elements that stop them from hitting their goals. This is what I call the Three Ps To Fixing And Leveling Up Your Financial Life . These are the essential elements that you need to see dramatic financial change. The Three Ps combine technical and mental approaches...

I know you are a little confused about what financial standards are going to give you more choices in life. I hear it all the time. In fact, many people I talk to feel a little stuck. They are stuck in their… Jobs Businesses Cities Homes Believe it or not, your decision to make a change is all because of money. I didn’t realize this when I started my financial journey years ago, but I was often wo...

Today I wanted to give you some fuel to create a new life by leveraging one of the most powerful assets you have, your property. The idea came to me after having several conversations with people who are feeling stuck by the properties they own. Then I came across an article about a couple that moved from a major city to Portugal and leveraged their property to make it happen. WOW! What an adventu...

Right now, you are probably getting bombarded with messages about your financial goals. It’s confusing, right?! Well today I want to give you permission to shut out the noise and put your blinders up. It is the best way to accomplish your money goals. I will share: Why you should be ignorant about money goals Typical messages you are receiving and why these messages aren’t serving you Why our mess...

How many times in a week, month, or even day do you think what you want is too expensive? Do you want to know one of the top five questions I get a week? Kendall, do you think buying this is too expensive? Oh, the word expensive! It is riddle with such heavy weight and negative perception. We hear it all the time! The way we feel about our spending is filled with so much guilt. Well today in this...

This week I recorded a juicy money episode for my podcast! One that uncovers a little-known fact that could impact your future financial goals. But before I tell you what you can expect in this week's episode, head over to https://www.moneykickstartchallenge.com/ and sign up for my new Money Challenge! You will spend three days changing your spending habits in order to see more traction in your fi...

Can I let you in on a little secret? Before I get into it, I want you to know that I felt compelled to tell you this. I am completely dedicated to teaching you everything I have learned about finance. When I was on my journey, I discovered something that most financial books don’t teach you. That is why I want to share it with you. Because when I did this for myself it was the missing link to feel...

Have you ever wondered where to start in the complex world of personal finance? I know the feeling. There are so many financial goals we have and want to accomplish. I have hit several major financial goals, but the truth is not all of them lead to freedom. If you are wondering what the three financial goals are that changed my life and gave me the freedom to live by my own term, here they are. In...

Wow! What a difference a year makes in your financial life! Lauren is a real example of financial focus. She paid off 5 student loans, built a cash reserve, improved her credit score, got a raise, and built a business. This list just scarps the surface of her financial accomplishments. In this episode, she opens up about what it took to make her financial dreams a reality and what she tried in the...

This is my last episode before I take my break from The Money Itch podcast. In this episode I talk about, what ended up being, Phase Three of my financial journey. I recorded this episode in celebration of hitting my most recent financial milestone, building a business and replacing my old salary in the first six months of full time entrepreneurship. This is a piece of that experience and the misc...

On today's podcast I interview Megan, one of my clients who confronted her toxic relationship with money. As a result, she was able to accomplish more than one financial goal, including her dream to start and effectively grow a business. Megan shares how she finally changed her mind and started aligning her dream of being a business owner with her financial goals. Believe it or not, you can start...

In this podcast I interviewed Madga, one of my clients that remained focused and pushed further than the plan to make huge money changes really fast. She decreased her monthly debts by 50%, saved 3 months of expenses, and paid off her car. She talks about what it took for her to keep going, increase optimism, and change her money habits. If you want to know more about personal finance coaching or...

In this episode, I will talk about the 5 mistakes I see people make when trying to hit a financial goal. If you want to stick to your money New Year's resolutions listen to get some tips that will keep you on track. To learn more about Jones Coaching Group email me at kendall@jonescoachinggroup.com. 

In this episode, I share what launched me into my financial journey. There were some key moments that led to my goal of financial empowerment. I am open with you on the hard points of my journey including my home loan rejection, mounting medical bills, and the lowest point of my adult life. Ultimately it took emotional awareness and grit to reach my goal. If you want to hear the hard truth about h...