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Optimal Living Daily | Diania Merriam
Optimal Finance Daily, hosted by Diania Merriam, the innovative mind behind the personal finance conference EconoMe, takes you on an enlightening journey through the world of personal finance. Each episode brings to life the most compelling and practical advice from leading financial bloggers and experts. Diania’s engaging narration and insightful commentary transform complex financial concepts into relatable, actionable insights. Whether it’s budgeting, investing, debt management, or money mindfulness, she covers it all, making financial wisdom accessible to everyone.Gain not just knowledge, but also the motivation to apply it in your daily life. It's not just a source of personal finance tips; it’s a daily companion that guides you towards financial independence and savvy money management, all delivered with Diania's trademark enthusiasm and expertise. By focusing on early retirement, financial independence, and saving money, each episode provides you with the tools needed to achieve your financial goals.This podcast is designed for those passionate about personal finance, early retirement, financial independence, and saving money. It’s your go-to source for practical advice on managing your finances, saving money, and working towards early retirement. Each episode offers actionable steps to foster financial independence and secure your financial future.Listen now, and become an OLD friend--your optimal life awaits...
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Jan 27, 2022 • 15min
1784: The Millionaire Mindset To Achieve Financial Independence by Brian Tracy on The Millionaire Next Door Principles
Brian Tracy discusses the millionaire mindset that can help you achieve financial independenceEpisode 1784: The Millionaire Mindset To Achieve Financial Independence by Brian Tracy on The Millionaire Next Door PrinciplesBrian Tracy's goal is to help you achieve your personal and business goals faster and easier than you ever imagined. BrianTracy has consulted for more than 1,000 companies and addressed more than 5,000,000 people in 5,000 talks and seminars throughout the US, Canada and 70 other countries worldwide. As a Keynote speaker and seminar leader, he addresses more than 250,000 people each year. He has studied, researched, written and spoken for 30 years in the fields of economics, history, business, philosophy and psychology. He is the top selling author of over 70 books that have been translated into dozens of languages.The original post is located here: https://www.briantracy.com/blog/financial-success/look-rich-or-be-rich-develop-a-millionaire-mindset-to-achieve-financial-independence-wealthy-people/ Gusto is an easy, online payroll and benefits service built for modern small businesses — one place to pay and take care of your hardworking team. Get three months free when you run your first payroll by visiting Gusto.com/ofd Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.comInterested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 26, 2022 • 12min
1783: Carfree For Life by A Purple Life on Simple Living Practices
A Purple Life talks about going car-free for lifeEpisode 1783: Carfree For Life by A Purple Life on Simple Living PracticesA Purple Life was started by an anonymous writer in 2015. They hatched a plan to retire in 10 years at 35, and with the help of decreased spending, increased wages, and geoarbitrage, they reached their goal in half the time and retired in 2020 at age 30. A Purple Life catalogues their journey to and through early retirementThe original post is located here: https://apurplelife.com/2018/07/24/carfree-for-life/ Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.comInterested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 25, 2022 • 12min
1782: How to Balance Simplicity and Frugality by Julianna Poplin of The Simplicity Habit on Minimalism & Finances
Julianna Poplin of The Simplicity Habit teaches you how to balance simplicity and frugalityEpisode 1782: How to Balance Simplicity and Frugality by Julianna Poplin of The Simplicity Habit on Minimalism & FinancesJulianna is a professional declutterer and writer at The Simplicity Habit. She writes to encourage and inspire women who want to simplify their homes and livesThe original post is located here:https://www.thesimplicityhabit.com/how-to-balance-simplicity-and-frugality/ Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 24, 2022 • 10min
1781: Money Does Not Buy Better Habits AND Scared to Death of Death: The Important Things We Postpone by Joshua Fields Millburn
Joshua Fields Millburn of The Minimalists reviews habits when it comes to money, and the important financial things we postpone related to death.Episode 1781: Money Does Not Buy Better Habits AND Scared to Death of Death: The Important Things We Postpone by Joshua Fields MillburnJoshua Fields Millburn & Ryan Nicodemus write about living a meaningful life with less stuff for 4 million readers. As featured on: ABC, CBS, NBC, BBC, TODAY, NPR, TIME, Forbes, The Atlantic, New York Times, Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and National Post. They live in Missoula, Montana.The original posts are located here:http://www.theminimalists.com/money-habits & http://www.theminimalists.com/death Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 23, 2022 • 12min
1780: [Part 2] Spend Less - Live More by Leif of Physician On Fire on Intentional Spending & Living
Leif of Physician on Fire helps you spend less and live more. This is part 2 of 2Episode 1780: [Part 2] Spend Less - Live More by Leif of Physician On Fire on Intentional Spending & LivingLeif is a former anesthesiologist, a family man, and a supposed outdoors enthusiast who spends way too much time indoors. Physician on FIRE is a personal finance website he created to inform and inspire both physicians and our patients with insightful writing from a physician who has attained financial independence and the ability to retire early. The site has a triple aim to leave visitors enlightened, educated, and entertained.The original post is located here: https://www.physicianonfire.com/spend-less-live-more/ Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.comInterested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 22, 2022 • 11min
1779: [Part 1] Spend Less - Live More by Leif of Physician On Fire on Intentional Spending & Living
Leif of Physician on Fire helps you spend less and live more. This is part 1 of 2Episode 1779: [Part 1] Spend Less - Live More by Leif of Physician On Fire on Intentional Spending & LivingLeif is a former anesthesiologist, a family man, and a supposed outdoors enthusiast who spends way too much time indoors. Physician on FIRE is a personal finance website he created to inform and inspire both physicians and our patients with insightful writing from a physician who has attained financial independence and the ability to retire early. The site has a triple aim to leave visitors enlightened, educated, and entertained.The original post is located here: https://www.physicianonfire.com/spend-less-live-more/ Gusto is an easy, online payroll and benefits service built for modern small businesses — one place to pay and take care of your hardworking team. Get three months free when you run your first payroll by visiting Gusto.com/ofd Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.comInterested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 21, 2022 • 13min
1778: 3 Reasons You Should Stop Budgeting By The Month by Nick True of Mapped Out Money on Financial Goals
Nick True of Mapped Out Money shares 3 reasons why you should stop budgeting by the month.Episode 1778: 3 Reasons You Should Stop Budgeting By The Month by Nick True of Mapped Out Money on Financial GoalsNick True is the founder of Mapped Out Money, where he helps you get a grip on your finances and take hold of freedom. His goal is to help you save more, live more, reduce debt, and get free. Mapped Out Money is for you if you want actionable steps to help get control of your money, you want to be free from money stress, you're ready to change your life and use money to support your dreams, and you don't want to settle for mediocrity.The original post is located here: https://mappedoutmoney.com/stop-budgeting-month/ Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 20, 2022 • 11min
1777: How To Feel Financially Empowered And Make The Best Decisions Possible by Robert Farrington of TheCollegeInvestor
Robert Farrington of The College Investor helps you feel financially empowered and make the best decisions possibleEpisode 1777: How To Feel Financially Empowered And Make The Best Decisions Possible by Robert Farrington of TheCollegeInvestorRobert Farrington is a personal finance expert that focuses on helping millennials get out of student loan debt and start investing for their future. He also helps parents make smart choices about college financing options and navigating the complex world of paying for school. He started The College Investor in 2009 as a forum to discuss the myriad of financial issues facing young adults.The original post is located here: https://thecollegeinvestor.com/18032/feel-financially-empowered-make-better-decisions/ Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 19, 2022 • 11min
1776: The More Runway You Have, The Safer You are by Barney of The Escape Artist Blog on Financial Security & Wellbeing
Barney of The Escape Artist reminds us that the more runway we have, the safer we areEpisode 1776: The More Runway You Have, The Safer You are by Barney of The Escape Artist Blog on Financial Security & WellbeingBarney Whiter writes about money and financial freedom at The Escape Artist. He has a degree in economics, is a qualified chartered accountant and had a 20 year career in corporate finance in London.Most recently, he is providing financial coaching to entrepreneurs, employees, and other people saving and investing towards financial freedom.The original post is located here: https://theescapeartist.me/2021/10/19/the-more-runway-you-have-the-safer-you-are/ Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 18, 2022 • 14min
1775: The Long Game Always Wins by Kevin of Financial Panther on Compounding Interest & Long-Term Investing
Kevin of Financial Panther reminds you that the long game always winsEpisode 1775: The Long Game Always Wins by Kevin of Financial Panther on Compounding Interest & Long-Term InvestingKevin is an attorney, writer, gig economy expert, side hustler, and the blogger behind Financial Panther. He paid off 87,000 worth of student loans in just 2.5 years by choosing not to live like a big shot lawyer. He started Financial Panther to share all he knows about personal finance, travel hacking, and making more money by side hustling.The original post is located here: https://financialpanther.com/the-long-game-always-wins/ Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices