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My piece of joy last week: I reached out to Nutre (a meal prep company I use sometimes) and asked if they could apply the nurse’s discount they were promoting to my account. At the time, I had a different offer… a free pound of cooked chicken. Nice, but honestly? That 15% nurse discount was more valuable to me. And guess what? It was super easy. They made the switch. Lesson: It never hurts to ask. And no one cares about your money like you do.
🧠 Mindset Shift of the WeekOne of my clients once said, “We make plenty, but it doesn’t always feel that way.”Have you caught yourself having that same thought? Many think the solution is to just make more. And while earning more helps, if you don’t assign each dollar a job, it disappears fast. So let’s focus on making your current income work for you. 💡 Smart Saving TipBudgeting isn’t about saying “no” all the time. It allows you to plan so you’re not making the same money decisions over and over. I decide once, and my budget handles the rest until it’s time to update it. Budgeting gives you more freedom, not less. 📉 Debt-Free Game PlanTracking your spending is important on your debt-free journey. But it doesn’t have to mean spreadsheets and stress. Apps make it easy to see where your money’s going without getting overwhelmed. I use Monarch because it’s simple, clean, and helps me stay consistent. Others use YNAB or EveryDollar. Choose whatever works best for you.
📈 Investing Made SimpleRemember when the market tanked earlier this year and everyone panicked? Some folks sold off their investments. Fast forward to today…the S&P 500 just hit a record high. This is why we don’t make long-term decisions based on fear, especially when it’s the headlines doing the scaring. Need a reminder to stay steady? Here’s how to behave in a bear market. Thanks for letting me be part of your financial journey. Which section was your favorite this week? Hit reply and let me know—I love hearing from you! Eager to see you thrive, Prisca P.S. Found something helpful today? You can drop a little something in my Appreciation Jar if you’d like. Totally optional—your support in any form means the world. P.P.S. I help women like you create a customized plan for your money that allows you to enjoy life now while saving for your future. Schedule a free call to learn how my coaching can help you. CONNECT WITH ME ON INSTAGRAM Note: This email may contain affiliate or referral links which means I may receive a commission if clicked at no extra cost to you! I appreciate your continued support! |
I help professional women balance their desire to enjoy life now with the need to save for the future without stressing over every dollar.
Last week, we wrapped the Debt Payoff Challenge. Over 50 women joined, ran their numbers, set real payoff dates, and built plans they can adjust when life… does what life does. It was such a joy to lead. I’ll run it again at least one more time this year, so keep your eyes open. On a personal note, I’m getting close to $500K in investments. That number didn’t happen overnight. It’s the result of steady, boring, consistent effort. The past few weeks have been full, with podcast interviews,...
Reader, how often do you check your bank account at the end of the month and think, “Where did all my money go?” You aren't alone. In fact, 65% of Americans have no idea how much they spent last month. Most of us aren't broke, at least not in the true sense. But money has become so intangible that our income slips through the cracks before we can even think about our goals. I once worked with a client who swore she had absolutely no extra money to save. She was making a solid income, but the...
If saving money feels harder than it should Reader, you’re not imagining it. Most people don’t struggle because they’re bad with money. They struggle because they don’t have a system. I see this all the time. I once worked with a client who felt like her paycheck disappeared every month. She was doing her best, but her savings sat at $250 and never moved. Once we put a simple, repeatable plan in place, that $250 grew to $2,500 in just three months. Same income. Different approach. First, I...