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Jul 22, 2024 • 1h 14min

185. Looking for a man in finance? The origin story behind the viral hit by Girl on Couch! Megan Boni reveals the whirlwind of capitalizing off a joke on dating, the deals behind it, and escaping the 9 to 5

This week, Jason is joined by content creator and the voice behind the viral sensation of “looking for a man in finance, trust fund,  6 '5”, blue eyes” who goes by Girl on Couch on social media, Megan Boni! Prior to going viral for her parody of what girls are looking for in today’s dating world, Megan was working a corporate 9 to 5 job. Shortly after her video caught the eyes of millions of social media, she found herself with a music label and brands from all over at her doorstep wanting to partner with her. Her outlying success to fame quickly emphasized to people everywhere, how people are creating and consuming music today.  Megan gives insight to how she started posting on TikTok in the first place, how addicting going viral on social media can be, where the idea to Men in Finance came from, how long after the video went viral that she was working with major music labels thanks to her best friend Amanda, why she turned down a $100k deal, what royalties look like for the song, what she wants to do long term, and who gets a percentage of her income. Megan also reveals which platform she feels most comfortable with, what it was like meeting David Guetta, how she handles the hate online, and her advice for those who want to get out of their 9 to 5. Does she want to be a pop star? How much money did she make on TikTok off that video? Has anyone reached out to her to be on reality TV?  Megan reveals all that and so much more in another episode you can’t afford to miss!  Host: Jason Tartick Co-Host: David Arduin Audio: John Gurney Guest: Megan Boni Stay connected with the Trading Secrets Podcast!  Instagram: @tradingsecretspodcast  Youtube: Trading Secrets Facebook: Join the Group All Access: Free 30-Day Trial  Trading Secrets Steals & Deals! Linchpin: Hiring top talent for your teams has never been easier. Linchpin is a recruitment firm that creates custom hiring and consulting services. If you are looking for a results driven and human-centered approach - this is your solution. Head over to thelinchpinco.com/contact and select Trading Secrets in the 'Where did you learn about us” section for 10% off your first placement! DeleteMe:  DeleteMe is a subscription service that removes your personal info from the largest people search databases on the web – and in the process, helps prevent potential ID theft, doxxing and phishing scams. Take control of your data and keep your private life private by signing up for DeleteMe. Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan by texting SECRETS to 64000 MeUndies: MeUndies has you covered during the warmer months with lightweight, anti-odor and quick-drying Breathe fabric. MeUndies has so many different styles of Breathe underwear and they’re all incredibly cool and comfortable. Get 20% off your first order, plus free shipping, at MeUndies.com/trading Quince: Pack your bags with high quality essentials from Quince! It’s the go-to for high quality vacation essentials that you’ll be packing for trips to come. Go to Quince.com/tradingsecrets for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.
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Jul 18, 2024 • 45min

184. More Than Money: 22 books published by the age of 20?! Carrie Berk dives into the world of her writing career, influencing, and reality TV

This week, Jason is joined by writer, blogger, and social media sensation, Carrie Berk! Carrie dives into how she is able to prioritize and set a schedule for herself which has helped her accomplish all of her successes at the age of 20, how she found the balance between career and social life, why it was important to her to get her degree, how her dad taught her how to organize her money, the best and worst brand deals she has done, her experience in reality TV, how her writing is different from her moms, how she landed a publisher, telling stories that matter,  and so much more!  It’s an episode you can’t afford to miss!  Host: Jason Tartick Co-Host: David Arduin Audio: John Gurney Guest: Carrie Berk Stay connected with the Trading Secrets Podcast!  Instagram: @tradingsecretspodcast  Youtube: Trading Secrets Facebook: Join the Group All Access: Free 30-Day Trial 
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Jul 15, 2024 • 1h 14min

183. Jenn Tran: ABC's newest Bachelorette discusses balancing the spotlight in her historic season, pursuing her career as a physician assistant, and the importance of discussing money while dating.

This week, Jason is joined by ABC’s newest leading lady, The Bachelorette of Season 21, Jenn Tran!  After charming the nation with her bubbly personality on Joey’s season of the Bachelor, Jenn has made Bachelor franchise history being the first Asian American bachelorette. Prior to joining reality TV, Jenn was in the middle of pursuing a career as a physician assistant, which she had to temporarily put on hold to pursue her opportunity as the bachelorette.  Jenn gives insight to pushing through the noise around her as she navigates being the bachelorette, why she almost turned down The Bachelorette, how she is taking every opportunity thanks to her mom’s sacrifices, how her PA TikTok’s landed her on Joey’s season, how she was able to get the time off for PA school, how she handled the hard conversations around leaving the ER rotation to be the Bachelorette, and the importance of talking about professions while dating. Jenn also reveals that what flags went up while getting know the men, how she feels about the gimmicks on the first night, going with her gut, the importance of being transparent when it comes to debt and finances, what she looks for in her partner’s career, and a rapidfire game of red, beige, and green flags. Which celebrity loves Jenn’s mom? Which former Bachelorette did she reach out to before starting her season? What was the first season of The Bachelor she watched?  Jenn reveals all that and so much more in another episode you can’t afford to miss!  Host: Jason Tartick Co-Host: David Arduin Audio: John Gurney Guests: Jenn Tran Stay connected with the Trading Secrets Podcast!  Instagram: @tradingsecretspodcast  Youtube: Trading Secrets Facebook: Join the Group All Access: Free 30-Day Trial  Trading Secrets Steals & Deals! Linchpin: Hiring top talent for your teams has never been easier. Linchpin is a recruitment firm that creates custom hiring and consulting services. If you are looking for a results driven and human-centered approach - this is your solution. Head over to thelinchpinco.com/contact and select Trading Secrets in the 'Where did you learn about us” section for 10% off your first placement! Monarch Money:  Unlike other personal finance apps, Monarch’s simple, intuitive design makes it so easy to set up, customize, and use. Get an extended thirty-day free trial when you go to monarchmoney.com/SECRETS ASPCA Pet Health Insurance:  The ASPCA Pet Health Insurance program offers customizable accident & illness plans making it easier for pet parents like you to help your pet get the care they may need. They allow you to customize your plan, helping ensure that your pet’s plan is as unique as they are. To explore coverage, visit ASPCApetinsurance.com/TRADINGSECRETS BetterHelp: If you’re thinking of starting therapy, give BetterHelp a try. It’s entirely online and designed to be convenient, flexible, and suited to your schedule. Take a moment and visit BetterHelp.com/tradingsecrets today to get 10% off your first month Trading Secrets is sponsored by BetterHelp
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Jul 11, 2024 • 39min

182. More Than Money: Jason and David are Breaking down the numbers and occupations of the men from The Bachelorette premiere with Bachelor Data’s Suzana Somers!

This week, Jason is joined by the Curious Canadian, David Arduin and Bachelor Data’s Suzana Somers! Jason and David dive into the first episode of The Bachelorette by breaking down the men and their job titles, what changes they have seen compared to previous seasons, and who they are rooting for. Then, Bachelor Data’s Suzana Somers jumps on the pod to further breakdown the numbers of Monday’s episode! From the ratings to social media growth, how this season is already historic, what this season is doing differently, where she thinks the season is going to go on the data front, and the future of reality TV dating shows.  It’s an episode you can’t afford to miss!  Host: Jason Tartick Co-Host: David Arduin Audio: John Gurney Guest: Bachelor Data Stay connected with the Trading Secrets Podcast!  Instagram: @tradingsecretspodcast  Youtube: Trading Secrets Facebook: Join the Group All Access: Free 30-Day Trial  Trading Secrets Steals & Deals! Cort Furniture: Get furniture on your terms with CORT. Rent or Buy furniture that flexes to fit any situation, style and budget and to get 50% off your first month’s furniture rental head over to cort.com/podcast
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Jul 8, 2024 • 1h 24min

181. Charity Lawson & Dotun Olubeko: Life post Bachelorette and DWTS, pursuing careers in the mental health & wellness space, and finding ways to make money with your passions!

This week, Jason is joined by one of Bachelor Nation’s most recent and favorite couples to come out of the franchise, Charity Lawson and Dotun Olubeko!  After being a contestant on Zach’s season of the Bachelor, Charity was selected to be the lead for the Bachelorette Season 20, where she eventually fell for Dotun and the two became engaged to wrap up her season. Since wrapping up their time on the show, Charity added another notch to her reality TV belt, finishing fourth on Dancing With The Stars season 32 this past fall. Charity and Dotun have both earned their Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees and eventually worked in the health and wellness fields prior to ever being on reality TV. Charity gives insight to the mental health aspect of the reality TV space with her knowledge in clinical mental health counseling, how different the emotions look between The Bachelor and Bachelorette, what to look for when seeking therapy and what to avoid, why she wants to get back into working as a therapist, her experience on DWTS, and why she decided not to do the full tour. Dotun breaks down what he does as an integrated medicine consultant, what he thinks people need to know about nutrition, what he has been doing post show careerwise, the struggle with leaving work to go on the show, how being a purpose-driven person has helped him integrate both worlds of professional and personal, finding the balance, and answer a few rapid questions about each other! Who brought up the financial conversation? How has social media and brand deals been? What has wedding planning looked like?  Charity and Dotun reveal all that and so much more in another episode you can’t afford to miss!  Host: Jason Tartick Co-Host: David Arduin Audio: John Gurney Guests: Charity Lawson + Dotun Olubeko Stay connected with the Trading Secrets Podcast!  Instagram: @tradingsecretspodcast  Youtube: Trading Secrets Facebook: Join the Group All Access: Free 30-Day Trial  Trading Secrets Steals & Deals! Resibrands: Ready to begin your entrepreneurial journey but not sure where to start? Join Resibrands and take the step from 0 to 1 in owning your own business with our proven franchising system. ResiBrands is a community of shark-like entrepreneurs working alongside each other to create a home service revolution. We eat the competition, so take a bite out of a wealthier future and visit us at resibrands.com today Linchpin: Hiring top talent for your teams has never been easier. Linchpin is a recruitment firm that creates custom hiring and consulting services. If you are looking for a results driven and human-centered approach - this is your solution. Head over to thelinchpinco.com/contact and select Trading Secrets in the 'Where did you learn about us” section for 10% off your first placement! Bilt Rewards: The Bilt Mastercard® is the first card to offer points on rent with no transaction fee. To get rewarded for your largest expense seems like a no brainer to me. Earn points by paying rent right now when you go to joinbilt.com/TRADINGSECRETS Monarch Money:  Unlike other personal finance apps, Monarch’s simple, intuitive design makes it so easy to set up, customize, and use. Get an extended thirty-day free trial when you go to monarchmoney.com/SECRETS ASPCA Pet Health Insurance:  The ASPCA Pet Health Insurance program offers customizable accident & illness plans making it easier for pet parents like you to help your pet get the care they may need. They allow you to customize your plan, helping ensure that your pet’s plan is as unique as they are. To explore coverage, visit ASPCApetinsurance.com/TRADINGSECRETS
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Jul 4, 2024 • 44min

180. More Than Money: Celebrating the 4th of July with Jason and David!

This week, Jason is joined by the Curious Canadian, David Arduin! Jason puts David’s United States knowledge to the test in a version of a hot dog eating contest, talk stats about the presidential election campaigns, Jason’s experience with the Stanley Cup, why David thinks hockey is the best sport in the world, the Olympics, and looking at what a difference a year can make.  It’s an episode you can’t afford to miss!  Host: Jason Tartick Co-Host: David Arduin Audio: John Gurney Guest: Robert Pagliarini Stay connected with the Trading Secrets Podcast!  Instagram: @tradingsecretspodcast  Youtube: Trading Secrets Facebook: Join the Group All Access: Free 30-Day Trial  Trading Secrets Steals & Deals! Cort Furniture: Get furniture on your terms with CORT. Rent or Buy furniture that flexes to fit any situation, style and budget and to get 50% off your first month’s furniture rental head over to cort.com/podcast Farmer’s Dog: Brighten up your dog’s bowl with fresh, healthy food. Get 50% off your first box, delivered to your door here
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Jul 1, 2024 • 1h 25min

179. Howie Mandel bought his first house thanks to a glove?! The BTS of his illustrious career from standup comedy to advocating for mental health & the $$$ behind it

This week, Jason is joined by standup comedian, actor, TV Host, and executive producer Howie Mandel!  Having remained a constant force in showbiz for decades,  he has diversified his skillset by wearing as many different hats as possible in TV, film, and even the podcast space hosting his own show with his daughter, Jacqueline, Howie Mandel does stuff. Throughout his illustrious career, Howie has notably been very open about his mental health, including his diagnosis with ADHD, OCD, and misophonia. Although there have been many difficulties that come along with those diagnoses, Howie has continued to remain an advocate for mental health awareness and strives to be an example for those struggling with their mental health in any capacity.  Howie reveals why he believes that thinking can be the downfall, why he never says “no,” how he ended up starting stand up comedy thanks to a dare, the importance of finding at least one thing in life to be excited about, why he is always investing with his money philosophy, his interest in real estate and learning from Monopoly, how he was making hundreds of thousands of dollars in the 80s, and working as his own agent to bring in extra income. Howie also gives insight to why he would negotiate IP over more money which evolved into creating his own company, the need to adopt and adapt, how he wishes he said yes to more movies, developing coping skills, and podcasting with his daughter. Howie reveals all that and so much more in another episode you can’t afford to miss!  Host: Jason Tartick Co-Host: David Arduin Audio: John Gurney Guests: Howie Mandel Stay connected with the Trading Secrets Podcast!  Instagram: @tradingsecretspodcast  Youtube: Trading Secrets Facebook: Join the Group All Access: Free 30-Day Trial  Trading Secrets Steals & Deals! Resibrands: Ready to begin your entrepreneurial journey but not sure where to start? Join Resibrands and take the step from 0 to 1 in owning your own business with our proven franchising system. ResiBrands is a community of shark-like entrepreneurs working alongside each other to create a home service revolution. We eat the competition, so take a bite out of a wealthier future and visit us at resibrands.com today Linchpin: Hiring top talent for your teams has never been easier. Linchpin is a recruitment firm that creates custom hiring and consulting services. If you are looking for a results driven and human-centered approach - this is your solution. Head over to thelinchpinco.com/contact and select Trading Secrets in the 'Where did you learn about us” section for 10% off your first placement! DeleteMe: Take control of your data and keep your private life private by signing up for DeleteMe. Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan by texting SECRETS to 64000. Monarch Money:  Unlike other personal finance apps, Monarch’s simple, intuitive design makes it so easy to set up, customize, and use. Get an extended thirty-day free trial when you go to monarchmoney.com/SECRETS
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Jun 27, 2024 • 50min

178. More Than Money: Retire like a badass! Robert Pagliarini breaks down financial terms, his secrets to retirement, and how to be successful with your money

Robert Pagliarini, retirement specialist, shares secrets to retirement planning, including saving formulas, IRA vs. 401k, PERK strategy, avoiding emotional decisions, and working with a CPA. Discussions on fresh pet food, financial literacy, and index funds for long-term wealth accumulation.
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Jun 24, 2024 • 1h 12min

177. Jesse Solomon is unapologetically himself! Summer House fan favorite reveals the key to his success in reality TV, finance, working as a music agent, and future business plans

This week, Jason is joined by the newest cast member on Bravo’s Summer House, Jesse Solomon!  Jesse joined season eight of the hit reality show after working a career in corporate finance and the music industry. Throughout this season, Jesse has become a fan favorite of the show and even opened up about being a cancer survivor after being diagnosed with testicular cancer back in 2017. Jesse gives insight to leaving his corporate job to pursue social media and reality TV, how Summer House found him, breaking down his career path from college for music business to networking his way up, behind the scenes of working for WME, being unapologetically himself, and his current dating status. Jesse also reveals his business plan while navigating the digital world, still working in finance, the decision to share his cancer journey, the importance of going to the doctor as an adult, what market he wants to get into, and what he considers his own personal red flags. How did he and his former business partner raise over $11M for their startup? Has he run into any issues when working with an investor group?  Jesse reveals all that and so much more in another episode you can’t afford to miss!  Host: Jason Tartick Co-Host: David Arduin Audio: John Gurney Guests: Jesse Solomon Stay connected with the Trading Secrets Podcast!  Instagram: @tradingsecretspodcast  Youtube: Trading Secrets Facebook: Join the Group All Access: Free 30-Day Trial  Trading Secrets Steals & Deals! Resibrands: Ready to begin your entrepreneurial journey but not sure where to start? Join Resibrands and take the step from 0 to 1 in owning your own business with our proven franchising system. ResiBrands is a community of shark-like entrepreneurs working alongside each other to create a home service revolution. We eat the competition, so take a bite out of a wealthier future and visit us at resibrands.com today Linchpin: Hiring top talent for your teams has never been easier. Linchpin is a recruitment firm that creates custom hiring and consulting services. If you are looking for a results driven and human-centered approach - this is your solution. Head over to thelinchpinco.com/contact and select Trading Secrets in the 'Where did you learn about us” section for 10% off your first placement! Shopify: Shopify powers 10% of ALL eCommerce in the US. And Shopify’s the global force behind Allbirds, Rothy’s, and Brooklinen, and millions of other entrepreneurs of every size across 175 countries. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/secrets ZocDoc: Zocdoc is a FREE app and website where you can search and compare highly-rated, in-network doctors near you AND instantly book appointments with them online. Find and book a top-rated doctor today by heading to zocdoc.com/TRADINGSECRETS Bilt Rewards: With the Bilt Card, earn extra points on rent days and get exclusive travel and fitness rewards and the best part is that even if your landlord requires a check or a specific payment portal, Bilt can handle it all. The card is a no-brainer in my opinion. Earn points by paying rent right now when you go to joinbilt.com/TRADINGSECRETS *Terms apply. BetterHelp: If you’re thinking of starting therapy, give BetterHelp a try. It’s entirely online. Designed to be convenient, flexible, and suited to your schedule. Just fill out a brief questionnaire to get matched with a licensed therapist, and switch therapists any time for no additional charge. Take a moment and visit BetterHelp.com/tradingsecrets today to get 10% off your first month.  Trading Secrets is sponsored by BetterHelp
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Jun 20, 2024 • 55min

176. More Than Money: Breaking down how to succeed in branding, finding your niche, and navigating the world of PR with business coach Julie Solomon

This week, Jason is joined by entrepreneur, business coach, public speaker, bestselling author, podcast host and working mom of two, Julie Solomon! For more than 15 years, Julie has been empowering lives, including her own, and has launched several successful online programs and masterminds including, Pitch It Perfect, The Influencer Academy and Shine Mastermind. She was recently named one of the top 100 leaders in influencer marketing. Julie breaks down the importance of PR and branding, the steps to building your brand, when to bring in a publicist, how media and PR work in regards to ROI, how niching down is key, what the diamond method is, why she finds selling a $3,000 course is easier than selling a $30 book, how a huge following is not critical to monetizing, secret to negotiation, and finding your anchor price. It’s an episode you can’t afford to miss!  To get access to Julie’s FREE class: juliesolomon.net/trading Host: Jason Tartick Co-Host: David Arduin Audio: John Gurney Guest: Julie Solomon Stay connected with the Trading Secrets Podcast!  Instagram: @tradingsecretspodcast  Youtube: Trading Secrets Facebook: Join the Group All Access: Free 30-Day Trial  Trading Secrets Steals & Deals! Cort Furniture: Get furniture on your terms with CORT. Rent or Buy furniture that flexes to fit any situation, style and budget and to get 50% off your first month’s furniture rental head over to cort.com/podcast Farmer’s Dog: Brighten up your dog’s bowl with fresh, healthy food. Get 50% off your first box, delivered to your door here

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