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Jan 27, 2025 • 45min
804 stop doing this when it comes to goals + emergency fund refresher
In today's episode Glen and Jess Brady, host of Financially Fierce chat about why most goal setting fails and what you can do to actually stick to your plans this year. They also break down emergency funds—why they’re a big deal, how much you really need, and where to stash it. They chat about:👉🏾 stop doing this with your goals (it’s holding you back)👉🏻 setting goals that are challenging but not impossible👉🏿 why an emergency fund is a total game changer👉 how much cash you actually need in your fund👉🏼the best places to park your emergency stash👉🏽 avoiding the guilt trap when using your emergency fundHit your goals in 2025, check out the free Glen James reset course hereCheck out Jess's Greenhouse Money Growing Program hereNeed a system to manage your money? Check out the free Glen James Spending PlanThanks to Sphere Home Loans for supporting the Tuesday show! Need a mortgage broker? Connect with the team hereWe hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here.Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs.SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services licence 451289. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 22, 2025 • 47min
803b we packed up the kids and hit the road: our caravan adventure across Australia
Ever dreamt of hitting the road and exploring Australia? In today's episode, Glen chats with Retire Right cohost, Martin McGrath who shares how he and his young family turned that dream into reality... twice! Martin shares his top tips, lessons learned, and what it really costs to caravan across the country, including:👉🏾 the planning process: from gear to finances👉🏻 budgeting for the big trip (and cutting costs)👉 how they handled work, school, and life on the road👉🏽 unexpected challenges (and funny moments!)👉🏿 the gear you actually need vs. what you don’t👉🏻 insider tips for choosing the right caravan setup👉🏽 favourite stops and hidden gems along the journey👉 managing kids and keeping them entertainedCheck out the bonus caravanning Q&A on Retire Right this Friday!Thanks to Skye Wealth for supporting our Thursday show! Connect with the team hereWe hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here.Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs.SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services licence 451289. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 20, 2025 • 39min
803 John & Glen got a property together (price, expenses, profit breakdown + more!)
Today on the show Glen and John spill the tea on their latest venture—a joint purchase of a commercial property. Curious about joint ventures or just want a peek behind the financial curtain? They share:👉🏻 how they structured the deal👉 who contributed what (and how costs blew out)👉🏼 the profits after renovations👉🏽 lessons learned about working with multiple investors👉🏾 and tips for anyone considering a joint venture!Thanks to Sphere Home Loans for supporting the Tuesday show! Need a mortgage broker? Connect with the team hereWe hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here.Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs.SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services licence 451289. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 15, 2025 • 38min
802b mms: giving FIFO $$$ the flick for family stability
In today's my money story episode, Glen chats with long-time listener Jade, who shares his journey from hospitality to casual FIFO work, which he recently left behind for a steady paycheck and greater stability for his family in Margaret River. Jade also reflects on the joy of traveling around Australia with a young family and his current goal of purchasing a home.Thanks to Skye Wealth for supporting our Thursday show! Connect with the team hereWe hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here.Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs.SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services licence 451289. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 13, 2025 • 1h 16min
802 shares vs property: Glen and John go head-to-head
Let's kick off the new year with the ultimate investing debate: shares or property? Glen and John present their best case and unpack the pros and cons of each to help you decide whether bricks or stocks (or both!) are the best investment for you. 📘 Sort Your Property Out & Build Your Future by John Pidgeon: https://amzn.to/4gOW5RL 📘 The Quick-Start Guide to Investing by Glen James: https://amzn.to/4fV7XR7Thanks to Sphere Home Loans for supporting the Tuesday show! Need a mortgage broker? Connect with the team hereWe hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here.Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs.SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services licence 451289. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 8, 2025 • 52min
801b money, property and investing (with Frances Cook)
Today’s episode is all about the Kiwis! Glen chats with Francis Cook, a financial journalist from New Zealand, about her money story, transitioning into personal finance, and how Kiwis approach investing and retirement. Thanks to Skye Wealth for supporting our Thursday show! Connect with the team hereWe hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here.Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs.SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services licence 451289. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 6, 2025 • 46min
801 how to set your 2025 goals & money habits: it's time to press reset
Think of today's episode like a guided meditation, but for your finances. Glen takes you through a new year reset to define what success looks like for you in 2025, and help you set the goals to get there.Click here to get Glen's free 2025 goals downloadable!Thanks to Sphere Home Loans for supporting the Tuesday show! Need a mortgage broker? Connect with the team hereWe hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here.Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs.SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services licence 451289. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 1, 2025 • 1h 5min
800b top tips to crush job applications, resumes, cover letters & interviews
New year, new job? Get ready to level up in 2025! Glen and HR pro Sarah Smith (host of the award-winning Interview Boss podcast) are here to help you land your dream role. They cover:👉🏾 busting myths about applicant tracking systems 👉🏿 should you tailor your resume, application, or cover letter every time?👉🏻 how far back should your CV go (and what to leave out)👉 avoiding bias traps: gender, DOB, photos & what not to include👉🏼 should you list hobbies on your CV?👉🏽 using chatgpt for resumes & cover letters👉🏻 remote interview prep (plus Sarah’s ironing board hack!)👉 negotiating flexibility👉🏼 how to calm nerves & stay in control during an interviewCheck out Glen and Shell's book, 📒 Sort Your Career Out & Make More MoneyCheck out the free Interview Boss resources here: http://www.interviewboss.com.au/mmmThanks to Skye Wealth for supporting our Thursday show! Connect with the team hereWe hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here.Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs.SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services licence 451289. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 30, 2024 • 42min
753 Trump & Bitcoin in 2025
In our final episode of 2024 Glen is joined by Nick Bradley, co-author of The Quick Start Guide to Investing and host of This Is Investing. Glen and Nick unpack what a Trump presidency could mean for global markets and where Bitcoin might be heading in the near future. The episode touches on:👉🏼 potential impacts of a Trump presidency on global markets and trade👉🏿 Trump's controversial tariff proposals and what they mean for the US, China, and even Australia👉🏻 what could happen if the US government buys 700,000 Bitcoin 👉 bold predictions for Bitcoin's price in 2025—bull case, bear case, and everything in betweenThanks to Sphere Home Loans for supporting the Tuesday show! Need a mortgage broker? Connect with the team hereWe hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here.Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs.SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services licence 451289. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 25, 2024 • 1h 31min
752b ETFs, why 100% growth isn’t always best, index bubble, what is GARP + more (campfire chat)
Boxing Day is for the post-Christmas crash and a good ol' investing campfire chat! Joining Glen is Vince Scully from Life Sherpa and Marc Jocum, Product and Investment Strategist at Global X ETFs. From portfolio construction, to GARP and the bitcoin ETF, Glen, Vince and Marc bust out of the marshmallows and talk all things investing and ETFs.Thanks to Skye Wealth for supporting our Thursday show! Connect with the team hereWe hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here.Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs.SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services licence 451289. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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