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Listener "Penelope" received an annual bonus of 1% and a 2.5% salary increase, but still feels like she isn't making nearly enough money. Is racking up sign-on bonuses and equity the only way to make more in the corporate world? Mandi breaks it all down in another addition of the BA QA.We want to hear from you! Drop us a note at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Instagram @brownambitionpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deesha Dyer, former White House Social Secretary during the Obama Administration, joins Mandi to talk about her book, UNDIPLOMATIC: How My Attitude Created the Best Kind of Trouble.  She discusses her journey to one of the most sought-after gigs in D.C. and the life changing lessons it taught her. Plus, weird Obama quirks, behind-the-scenes stories about Prince and Stevie Wonder, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the BA "How-To" Monday, Mandi and Tiffany discuss “HOW TO INVEST BEYOND YOUR 401(K)." In a throwback of the show's 100th episode, they break down why it’s finally time to start thinking beyond basic savings and retirement accounts. Plus, Mandi’s secret reveal – she’s a cash hoarder.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tiffany is riding solo for this week's BA Q&. First, a woman who's going through a divorce needs advice on how to make the most out of her settlement money. Then, another woman who's considering a divorce need advice on how to protect her finances if the relationship ends. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tiffany is riding solo for this week's episode! She starts the episode by discussing her new beauty regimen and why it's so expensive. Then, The Budgetnista gets very transparent about her business and some important changes she's made. This is an excellent episode for any entrepreneur or anyone looking to scale a company. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mandi gives Kevonya a full Mandi Money coaching! Kevonya is looking for full time work as a project manager and Mandi gives her a full breakdown on the best LinkedIn practices to use. Mandi also gives her other resources outside of LinkedIn that she can use on her job search. This is a very informative episode for anyone looking for a job! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your financial big sisters are back in the studio for a BA Q&A. First, a listener who works in healthcare is tired of her 9-5 and needs advice on how to start a business. Then, a listener wants to know if she'll be rejected for a job because of her credit score. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The ladies are joined by Tiffany Cross. Tiffany C most recently hosted The Cross Connection on MSNBC. She served as a 2020 Resident Fellow at the Harvard Kennedy School’s Institute of Politics. She is a longtime cable news veteran having previously served as the D.C. Bureau Chief for BET Networks, an Associate Producer for CNN, and a freelance Field Producer. The ladies discuss the new Diddy news and the drama between Congress woman Jasmine Crockett and Marjorie Taylor Greene. Your financial besties end the episode by discussing Tiffany's new show "ACross Generations".National Domestic Violence Hotline800-799-7233 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Mandi is joined by Cinneah, the creator of the online platform "Flynanced." Flynanced is dedicated to helping "9 to 5 hotties" earn more money so that they can build wealth effortlessly. The ladies discuss Cinneah's career pivot into tech, how to negotiate a higher salary, and getting out of debt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A listener who's a major planner has planned out her life to a T and our financial besties explain why that's not always best for your mental health. Mandi also explains why it's good to have a plan but it's important to have lots of flexibility. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.