In this raw, heartfelt episode, Mandi tackles listener questions about layoffs, debt, and rebuilding after financial mistakes – all while sharing her own reflections on friendship, motherhood, and weathering life’s storms.

Key Topics Covered

• Why showing up for friends matters (even in sleet!) + Mandi’s hilarious The Read live show recap

• Federal layoffs & corporate cuts: 75K+ gov jobs axed, Meta’s shady “performance review” purge

• Listener Q&A:

• “Should I abandon public health after a rescinded job offer?” → Transferable skills, LLC tips & side hustle tax hacks (featuring listener Bri’s Pilates pivot!)

• “I’m drowning in debt from my 20s!” → Debt negotiation tips, credit counseling resources & mindset shifts for new moms

• Mandi’s unfiltered take: Why no job is safe + protecting yourself with “receipts”

Actionable Takeaways

• 🛑 For laid-off workers: Document praise emails, save performance reviews, explore adjacent industries

• 💸 For debt payoff: Prioritize newer debts, negotiate settlements, avoid credit repair scams

• 💡 For everyone: Build a “financial parachute” via side gigs

Mentioned Resources

• National Foundation for Credit Counselors (nfcc.org)

• National Debt Relief (nationaldebtrelief.com)

CALL TO ACTION

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