Everyone's Talkin' Money

Are you tired of the paycheck-to-paycheck grind? What if I told you that a few simple habits are the only things keeping you broke? In this episode, we will break down the five sneaky money habits that could sabotage your financial freedom—and, more importantly, how to shatter them once and for all. Our guest, Julia Carlson, a seasoned financial leader with over 25 years of expertise, the visionary founder of Financial Freedom Wealth Management Group, and author of “Money Loves You,” doesn’t sugarcoat it: spending more than you earn, waiting for the ‘perfect time’ to act, drowning in debt, ignoring your finances, and holding onto limiting beliefs about money are the real culprits. But here’s the twist—these habits have a way out, and Julia’s here to show us how. With a mix of self-awareness, curiosity, and some hard truths, she’ll guide us toward setting goals, investing smartly, and building that love-love relationship with money.LINKSFreebie - Discover The 31 Hidden Wealth Busters Blocking You From AbundanceJulia's websiteCONNECT WITH SHANNAHFREEBIE: Show Me the Money Workshop FREEBIE: She’s Got Wealth WorkshopLooking for Money Coaching? Book a complimentary 20-minute call with Shannah to learn more https://savvycal.com/everyonestalkinmoney/comp Healthy Wealth Program for Women https://etmpod.link/healthywealth  Follow me on InstagramSPONSORSThanks to Money Picked for sponsoring the show. To schedule a FREE meeting to figure out your next financial steps, go to http://www.moneypickle.com/etm. Thanks to Wildgrain for sponsoring the show. Wildgrain is offering our listeners $30 off the first box - PLUS free Croissants in every box - when you go to http://www.wildgrain.com/etm to start your subscription.Thanks to Mint Mobile for sponsoring the show. To get your new 3-month premium wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, go to http://www.mintmobile.com/ETM .Thanks to OneSkin for sponsoring the show. Get 15% off OneSkin with the code ETM at https://www.oneskin.co/ Thanks to Quince for sponsoring the show. Go to http://www.quince.com/etm for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Thanks to NerdWallet for sponsoring the show. Don’t wait to make smart financial decisions. Compare and find smarter credit cards, savings accounts, and more today at www.nerdwallet.com.Thanks to Monarch for sponsoring the show. ​​After trying out Monarch for myself, I understand why it’s the top-rated personal finance app. Listeners of this show will get an extended thirty-day free trial when you go to www.monarchmoney.com/ETM. Thanks to ButcherBox for sponsoring the show. Sign up today at www.butcherbox.com/etm and use code ETM to get $20 off your first order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today’s solo episode, I'm diving into the all-too-common feeling of never having enough money and exploring why this mindset is so persistent. I'll explain the emotional roots of the scarcity mindset, why it’s so universal, and offer actionable strategies to break free from the “never enough” trap. This episode is packed with edgy, relatable insights, plus practical tips and exercises that are designed to empower you and make you feel capable of transforming your money story and stepping into a mindset of abundance, all without needing to change how much money you have.Key Takeaways: Understanding the Scarcity Mindset: Discover why the feeling of never having enough money is so common and how it’s often rooted in our childhood beliefs, societal pressures, and comparison culture. The Emotional Side of Money: Learn how emotions like fear, shame, and envy can influence your financial decisions and keep you trapped in a scarcity mindset. Reframe Your Money Story: Get practical steps to rewrite your beliefs about money, including exercises like the ‘Reality Check’ and ‘Rewrite Your Story’ to shift from scarcity to abundance. Mindset Shifts that Don’t Cost a Dime: Embrace small, impactful changes like practicing gratitude, doing an Abundance Check, and focusing on small financial wins to transform how you feel about money, without changing your income. Why Comparison is the Thief of Financial Joy: Understand how to stop the endless cycle of comparison and start focusing on your unique financial journey. ACTION STEPS MENTIONED Take on the 30-Day ‘Want vs. Need’ Challenge to become more aware of your spending habits. Schedule a Weekly Money Date to reconnect with your finances in a positive and enjoyable way. Start a Gratitude Practice with a Money Twist to shift your mindset from scarcity to appreciation. Reframe your money story by writing down your current beliefs and rewriting them into empowering, abundance-focused statements. CONNECT WITH SHANNAHFREEBIE: Show Me the Money Workshop FREEBIE: She’s Got Wealth WorkshopLooking for Money Coaching? Book a complimentary 20-minute call with Shannah to learn more https://savvycal.com/everyonestalkinmoney/comp Healthy Wealth Program for Women https://etmpod.link/healthywealth  Follow me on InstagramSPONSORSThanks to Money Picked for sponsoring the show. To schedule a FREE meeting to figure out your next financial steps, go to http://www.moneypickle.com/etm. Thanks to Wildgrain for sponsoring the show. Wildgrain is offering our listeners $30 off the first box - PLUS free Croissants in every box - when you go to http://www.wildgrain.com/etm to start your subscription.Thanks to Mint Mobile for sponsoring the show. To get your new 3-month premium wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, go to http://www.mintmobile.com/ETM .Thanks to OneSkin for sponsoring the show. Get 15% off OneSkin with the code ETM at https://www.oneskin.co/ Thanks to Quince for sponsoring the show. Go to http://www.quince.com/etm for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Thanks to NerdWallet for sponsoring the show. Don’t wait to make smart financial decisions. Compare and find smarter credit cards, savings accounts, and more today at www.nerdwallet.com.Thanks to Monarch for sponsoring the show. ​​After trying out Monarch for myself, I understand why it’s the top-rated personal finance app. Listeners of this show will get an extended thirty-day free trial when you go to www.monarchmoney.com/ETM. Thanks to ButcherBox for sponsoring the show. Sign up today at www.butcherbox.com/etm and use code ETM to get $20 off your first order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you are in search of becoming financially free, you need to know these five principles of personal finance. Our guest on this episode, Curtis May, is the creator and owner of Practical Wealth Advisors and hosts The Practical Wealth Show Podcast. Curtis has been planning for individuals for more than 35 years, and he is passionate about helping his clients save money and live the best life they can. In this unique Best Of episode, which, by the way, you will need to listen to more than once to let all of Curtis’ tips and ideas sink in, he is sharing his five principles of personal finance, the secret to genuinely achieving financial freedom, and three rules of investing that he thinks everyone needs to learn.LINKSThe Practical Wealth ShowCONNECT WITH SHANNAHFREEBIE: Show Me the Money Workshop FREEBIE: She’s Got Wealth WorkshopLooking for Money Coaching? Book a complimentary 20-minute call with Shannah to learn more https://savvycal.com/everyonestalkinmoney/comp Healthy Wealth Program for Women https://etmpod.link/healthywealth  Follow me on InstagramSPONSORSYou can sign up for Brown Way to Money now at themoneymindsethub.com/academy. And here's a little bonus: use the code "EXPERT" at checkout for $100 off your enrollmentThanks to Money Picked for sponsoring the show. To schedule a FREE meeting to figure out your next financial steps, go to http://www.moneypickle.com/etm. Thanks to Wildgrain for sponsoring the show. Wildgrain is offering our listeners $30 off the first box - PLUS free Croissants in every box - when you go to http://www.wildgrain.com/etm to start your subscription.Thanks to Mint Mobile for sponsoring the show. To get your new 3-month premium wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, go to http://www.mintmobile.com/ETM .Thanks to OneSkin for sponsoring the show. Get 15% off OneSkin with the code ETM at https://www.oneskin.co/ Thanks to Quince for sponsoring the show. Go to http://www.quince.com/etm for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Thanks to NerdWallet for sponsoring the show. Don’t wait to make smart financial decisions. Compare and find smarter credit cards, savings accounts, and more today at www.nerdwallet.com.Thanks to Monarch for sponsoring the show. ​​After trying out Monarch for myself, I understand why it’s the top-rated personal finance app. Listeners of this show will get an extended thirty-day free trial when you go to www.monarchmoney.com/ETM. Thanks to ButcherBox for sponsoring the show. Sign up today at www.butcherbox.com/etm and use code ETM to get $20 off your first order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What do you do when a hurricane wipes out your town—and your wallet? In this episode, I’m breaking down the gritty, real-life money lessons I learned after Hurricane Helene tore through Asheville, NC. From stashing cash for emergencies to calling your credit card company to beg for a break, these tips aren’t your average financial advice. This is survival mode, people. We’re talking about how to handle money when disaster strikes, including quick cash moves, disaster-proof budgeting, and essential prep hacks to keep you afloat when the world’s gone to hell. Tune in and find out how to storm-proof your finances because it’s not just about building wealth—it’s about surviving the chaos.LINKS MENTIONED Be Loved Asheville Red Cross of WNC Community Foundation of WNC World Central Kitchen Manna Food Bank Buncombe County Hurricane Helene donations CONNECT WITH SHANNAHFREEBIE: Show Me the Money Workshop FREEBIE: She’s Got Wealth WorkshopLooking for Money Coaching? Book a complimentary 20-minute call with Shannah to learn more https://savvycal.com/everyonestalkinmoney/comp Healthy Wealth Program for Women https://etmpod.link/healthywealth  Follow me on InstagramSPONSORSYou can sign up for Brown Way to Money now at themoneymindsethub.com/academy. And here's a little bonus: use the code "EXPERT" at checkout for $100 off your enrollmentThanks to Money Picked for sponsoring the show. To schedule a FREE meeting to figure out your next financial steps, go to http://www.moneypickle.com/etm. Thanks to Wildgrain for sponsoring the show. Wildgrain is offering our listeners $30 off the first box - PLUS free Croissants in every box - when you go to http://www.wildgrain.com/etm to start your subscription.Thanks to Mint Mobile for sponsoring the show. To get your new 3-month premium wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, go to http://www.mintmobile.com/ETM .Thanks to OneSkin for sponsoring the show. Get 15% off OneSkin with the code ETM at https://www.oneskin.co/ Thanks to Quince for sponsoring the show. Go to http://www.quince.com/etm for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Thanks to NerdWallet for sponsoring the show. Don’t wait to make smart financial decisions. Compare and find smarter credit cards, savings accounts, and more today at www.nerdwallet.com.Thanks to Monarch for sponsoring the show. ​​After trying out Monarch for myself, I understand why it’s the top-rated personal finance app. Listeners of this show will get an extended thirty-day free trial when you go to www.monarchmoney.com/ETM. Thanks to ButcherBox for sponsoring the show. Sign up today at www.butcherbox.com/etm and use code ETM to get $20 off your first order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Let me ask you—what if I told you the gender pay gap isn’t just about your paycheck? It’s time to wake up because you’re leaving way more on the table than you think. Today, I’m sitting down with negotiation expert Kathryn Valentine, CEO of Worthmore Strategies, where she helps organizations advance female talent, and we’re dropping the ultimate list—75 things women can successfully negotiate for at work besides salary. That’s right, 75! Why am I so fired up about this? Because I know first-hand how crucial it is for women to demand what they’re worth—not just in dollars but in opportunities, flexibility, and career power moves. As Kathryn says, there is a tremendous impact on wealth for women when you learn how to negotiate in a female-specific way. Yes, it’s a thing. In this episode, you’ll learn how to tap into your strengths, boost your confidence, and negotiate like a boss to build real wealth. So if you’re ready to stop playing small and start negotiating for the life you deserve, this episode is for you.LINKS75 Things You Can Negotiate For ListWorthmore StrategiesCONNECT WITH SHANNAHFREEBIE: Show Me the Money Workshop FREEBIE: She’s Got Wealth WorkshopLooking for Money Coaching? Book a complimentary 20-minute call with Shannah to learn more https://savvycal.com/everyonestalkinmoney/comp Healthy Wealth Program for Women https://etmpod.link/healthywealth  Follow me on InstagramSPONSORSYou can sign up for Brown Way to Money now at themoneymindsethub.com/academy. And here's a little bonus: use the code "EXPERT" at checkout for $100 off your enrollmentThanks to Money Picked for sponsoring the show. To schedule a FREE meeting to figure out your next financial steps, go to http://www.moneypickle.com/etm. Thanks to Wildgrain for sponsoring the show. Wildgrain is offering our listeners $30 off the first box - PLUS free Croissants in every box - when you go to http://www.wildgrain.com/etm to start your subscription.Thanks to Mint Mobile for sponsoring the show. To get your new 3-month premium wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, go to http://www.mintmobile.com/ETM .Thanks to OneSkin for sponsoring the show. Get 15% off OneSkin with the code ETM at https://www.oneskin.co/ Thanks to Quince for sponsoring the show. Go to http://www.quince.com/etm for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Thanks to NerdWallet for sponsoring the show. Don’t wait to make smart financial decisions. Compare and find smarter credit cards, savings accounts, and more today at www.nerdwallet.com.Thanks to Monarch for sponsoring the show. ​​After trying out Monarch for myself, I understand why it’s the top-rated personal finance app. Listeners of this show will get an extended thirty-day free trial when you go to www.monarchmoney.com/ETM. Thanks to ButcherBox for sponsoring the show. Sign up today at www.butcherbox.com/etm and use code ETM to get $20 off your first order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this vault Ask Shannah episode, I’m sharing two listener questions from Bernice and Cindy and jumping headfirst into sharing my biggest money lessons and things I would do differently if I could do them again. Through my transparency, I hope you can see we all make money mistakes and struggle with our relationship with money. It doesn't matter how much money you have or make; you aren't immune to money mishaps.CONNECT WITH SHANNAHFREEBIE: Show Me the Money Workshop FREEBIE: She’s Got Wealth WorkshopLooking for Money Coaching? Book a complimentary 20-minute call with Shannah to learn more https://savvycal.com/everyonestalkinmoney/comp Healthy Wealth Program for Women https://etmpod.link/healthywealth  Follow me on InstagramSPONSORSThanks to Money Picked for sponsoring the show. To schedule a FREE meeting to figure out your next financial steps, go to http://www.moneypickle.com/etm. Thanks to ASPCA for sponsoring the show. To explore coverage, visit ASPCApetinsurance.com/ETM.Thanks to Mint Mobile for sponsoring the show. To get your new 3-month premium wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, go to http://www.mintmobile.com/ETM .Thanks to Notion for sponsoring the show. Notion is my go-to tool for managing notes, to-do lists, and action items. You can try Notion for free at Notion.com/ETM.Thanks to OneSkin for sponsoring the show. Get 15% off OneSkin with the code ETM at https://www.oneskin.co/ Thanks to Quince for sponsoring the show. Go to http://www.quince.com/etm for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Thanks to NerdWallet for sponsoring the show. Don’t wait to make smart financial decisions. Compare and find smarter credit cards, savings accounts, and more today at www.nerdwallet.com.Thanks to Monarch for sponsoring the show. ​​After trying out Monarch for myself, I understand why it’s the top-rated personal finance app. Listeners of this show will get an extended thirty-day free trial when you go to www.monarchmoney.com/ETM. Thanks to EarnIn for sponsoring the show. Just download the EarnIn app in Google Play of the Apple App store and use code Talkin Money under Podcast.Thanks to Noom for sponsoring the show. Start taking control of your weight management and join the millions who have lost weight with Noom. Sign up for your TRIAL today at www.noom.com.  Thanks to ButcherBox for sponsoring the show. Sign up today at www.butcherbox.com/etm and use code ETM to get $20 off your first order.Thanks to DelelteMe for sponsoring the show. Today get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to www.JoinDeleteMe.com/ETM and use promo code ETM at checkout.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Everyone’s Talkin’ Money, we’re diving into the real talk on how to actually hit that million-dollar mark with Tess Waresmith, who did it herself—and she’s here to spill all the secrets. Tess explains how shifting your money mindset can fast-track your wealth, why index funds are your best friend, and how compound interest can make your cash work harder than you ever could. Plus, she’ll school you on cash flow management, using tax-advantaged accounts like IRAs and 401ks to your advantage, and why hitting your first $100K is the real game-changer. Get ready to hear about the investing mistakes you want to avoid and the strategies that actually work so you can stop chasing trends and start building wealth your way. This is the no-BS guide to creating financial independence—if you’re ready to take actionable steps and level up, this episode is for you!LINKS Free mini-course - Journey to Financial Independence - includes cash flow analysis sheet, compound interest calculator, and more! Compound Interest Calculator Tess's instagram - @wealthwithtess CONNECT WITH SHANNAHFREEBIE: Show Me the Money Workshop FREEBIE: She’s Got Wealth WorkshopLooking for Money Coaching? Book a complimentary 20-minute call with Shannah to learn more https://savvycal.com/everyonestalkinmoney/comp Healthy Wealth Program for Women https://etmpod.link/healthywealth  Follow me on InstagramSPONSORSThanks to Money Picked for sponsoring the show. To schedule a FREE meeting to figure out your next financial steps, go to http://www.moneypickle.com/etm. Thanks to ASPCA for sponsoring the show. To explore coverage, visit ASPCApetinsurance.com/ETM.Thanks to Mint Mobile for sponsoring the show. To get your new 3-month premium wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, go to http://www.mintmobile.com/ETM .Thanks to Notion for sponsoring the show. Notion is my go-to tool for managing notes, to-do lists, and action items. You can try Notion for free at Notion.com/ETM.Thanks to OneSkin for sponsoring the show. Get 15% off OneSkin with the code ETM at https://www.oneskin.co/ Thanks to Quince for sponsoring the show. Go to http://www.quince.com/etm for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Thanks to NerdWallet for sponsoring the show. Don’t wait to make smart financial decisions. Compare and find smarter credit cards, savings accounts, and more today at www.nerdwallet.com.Thanks to Monarch for sponsoring the show. ​​After trying out Monarch for myself, I understand why it’s the top-rated personal finance app. Listeners of this show will get an extended thirty-day free trial when you go to www.monarchmoney.com/ETM. Thanks to EarnIn for sponsoring the show. Just download the EarnIn app in Google Play of the Apple App store and use code Talkin Money under Podcast.Thanks to Noom for sponsoring the show. Start taking control of your weight management and join the millions who have lost weight with Noom. Sign up for your TRIAL today at www.noom.com.  Thanks to ButcherBox for sponsoring the show. Sign up today at www.butcherbox.com/etm and use code ETM to get $20 off your first order.Thanks to DelelteMe for sponsoring the show. Today get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to www.JoinDeleteMe.com/ETM and use promo code ETM at checkout.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Krista Karpowich, owner of Wag Out Loud and a podcast host focused on dog health, shares her insights on the often-overlooked costs of dog ownership. She discusses budgeting for food, training, and pet insurance, revealing that it's more than just initial expenses. Krista emphasizes the importance of investing in quality dog food and training for long-term health benefits. The conversation also explores different dietary options for dogs and the significance of choosing the right vet, blending practical advice with heartfelt anecdotes.

Are you ready to get rid of debt but don't know where to start? In this vault episode, I explain how to think about debt, strategies to pay it off, and why being completely debt-free should never be the goal. Just a quick note: this episode is not just for newbies. As a financial planner, I worked with people of all ages who couldn’t figure out how to handle debt. So, you are not alone if you’re struggling with debt. You'll learn the two strategies to pay off debt, how to deal with the emotions around debt, and a deep dive into my debt story.RELATED EPISODES The Toll Debt Takes on Your Mental Health From 10K in Debt to 800K in Net Worth Is All Debt Bad CONNECT WITH SHANNAHFREEBIE: Show Me the Money Workshop FREEBIE: She’s Got Wealth WorkshopLooking for Money Coaching? Book a complimentary 20-minute call with Shannah to learn more https://savvycal.com/everyonestalkinmoney/comp Healthy Wealth Program for Women https://etmpod.link/healthywealth  Follow me on InstagramSPONSORSThanks to Money Picked for sponsoring the show. To schedule a FREE meeting to figure out your next financial steps, go to http://www.moneypickle.com/etm. Thanks to ASPCA for sponsoring the show. To explore coverage, visit ASPCApetinsurance.com/ETM.Thanks to Mint Mobile for sponsoring the show. To get your new 3-month premium wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, go to http://www.mintmobile.com/ETM .Thanks to Notion for sponsoring the show. Notion is my go-to tool for managing notes, to-do lists, and action items. You can try Notion for free at Notion.com/ETM.Thanks to OneSkin for sponsoring the show. Get 15% off OneSkin with the code ETM at https://www.oneskin.co/ Thanks to Quince for sponsoring the show. Go to http://www.quince.com/etm for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Thanks to NerdWallet for sponsoring the show. Don’t wait to make smart financial decisions. Compare and find smarter credit cards, savings accounts, and more today at www.nerdwallet.com.Thanks to Monarch for sponsoring the show. ​​After trying out Monarch for myself, I understand why it’s the top-rated personal finance app. Listeners of this show will get an extended thirty-day free trial when you go to www.monarchmoney.com/ETM. Thanks to EarnIn for sponsoring the show. Just download the EarnIn app in Google Play of the Apple App store and use code Talkin Money under Podcast.Thanks to Noom for sponsoring the show. Start taking control of your weight management and join the millions who have lost weight with Noom. Sign up for your TRIAL today at www.noom.com.  Thanks to ButcherBox for sponsoring the show. Sign up today at www.butcherbox.com/etm and use code ETM to get $20 off your first order.Thanks to DelelteMe for sponsoring the show. Today get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to www.JoinDeleteMe.com/ETM and use promo code ETM at checkout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If your first thought about money isn’t positive, it’s not your fault—it’s the result of deep-rooted programming from society and family. Changing your mindset requires rewiring these thoughts. In this episode, I’m joined by Kara Loewentheil, host of Unfck Your Brain* and Master Certified Coach. We dive into practical strategies to rewire your money mindset, including Kara’s thought ladder, how to break free from scarcity thinking, and more.LINKSUnf*ck Your Brain podcastKara's website Take Back Your Brain bookCONNECT WITH SHANNAHHealthy Wealth Program for Women https://etmpod.link/healthywealth  Ask Shannah questions - submit your question here https://etmpod.link/askshannah Follow me on Instagram Leave a 5-star Review here https://ratethispodcast.com/etmSubscribe to our YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@EveryonesTalkinMoneySPONSORSThanks to Money Picked for sponsoring the show. To schedule a FREE meeting to figure out your next financial steps, go to http://www.moneypickle.com/etm. Thanks to ASPCA for sponsoring the show. To explore coverage, visit ASPCApetinsurance.com/ETM.Thanks to Mint Mobile for sponsoring the show. To get your new 3-month premium wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, go to http://www.mintmobile.com/ETM .Thanks to Notion for sponsoring the show. Notion is my go-to tool for managing notes, to-do lists, and action items. You can try Notion for free at Notion.com/ETM.Thanks to OneSkin for sponsoring the show. Get 15% off OneSkin with the code ETM at https://www.oneskin.co/ Thanks to Quince for sponsoring the show. Go to http://www.quince.com/etm for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Thanks to NerdWallet for sponsoring the show. Don’t wait to make smart financial decisions. Compare and find smarter credit cards, savings accounts, and more today at www.nerdwallet.com.Thanks to Monarch for sponsoring the show. ​​After trying out Monarch for myself, I understand why it’s the top-rated personal finance app. Listeners of this show will get an extended thirty-day free trial when you go to www.monarchmoney.com/ETM. Thanks to EarnIn for sponsoring the show. Just download the EarnIn app in Google Play of the Apple App store and use code Talkin Money under Podcast.Thanks to ButcherBox for sponsoring the show. Sign up today at www.butcherbox.com/etm and use code ETM to get $20 off your first order.Thanks to DelelteMe for sponsoring the show. Today get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to www.JoinDeleteMe.com/ETM and use promo code ETM at checkout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices