Professional pursuing creativity — Relocated to the Pacific Northwest and changed my hobbies to include hiking so I can fit in! (Just kidding, but once you settle in, everyone decides to take advantage of the incredible nature here). Fun fact: I’m allergic to fish, clams, and eels. This doesn’t stop me from picking up…

It’s not just physical — Finding compatibility in a relationship is like finding the right pieces to a jigsaw puzzle. It’s when the conversation easily flows, your goals align, and your love deepens. When people reflect on finding “the one,” they say it makes sense why the other relationships didn’t work out. You still have…

These are big steps, not baby steps. — People don’t just wake up one day and become millionaires unless you’re born into a rich family, of course. Most people can’t even pay off all their student debt or purchase a house. If you want to get ahead, you have to make risky or difficult life decisions. And then…

And if it’s time to jump ship — We’ve all heard Marcus Buckingham’s famous line of “people leave managers, not companies.” In my experience, working with an incompetent or unprofessional manager is an immediate red flag that leads employees to look for another job or give their resignation notice sooner rather than later. But what is it about…

How to navigate the battle against inflation — How has inflation changed your life? Have you felt the pinch more than ever and can’t get ahead? Are you cutting expenses so that you can still reach your financial goals? Or are you immune to inflation because you’ve found the secret sauce to increasing your income to beat inflation? …

Especially in this economy — Do you ever wonder, “How are people affording this stuff?” I’m not talking about a trendy, cute outfit or a miscellaneous Amazon purchase. I’m talking about someone purchase anew house in a high-interest market or an elaborate wedding worthy of being on Pinterest. Your neighbor brings home a shiny, luxury…

That little wins count, too — I have a love-and-hate relationship with frugality. On one hand, frugal habits helped me get ahead with money. I can use the savings to invest and make more significant decisions. On the other hand, sometimes, the small savings and discounts can feel insignificant. …

Choices for a brighter future — What caused you to change your financial life? I’ve had pivotal moments over my three decades on Earth. But it all started when I was young. I had a first-row seat to money growing up. Even though I didn’t know the ins and outs of personal finance, I witnessed how…

The hidden factors behind success stories — Do you ever find yourself scrolling through social media, wondering how you’re not as successful as others? It can feel intimidating to see people living their best lives with luxurious vacations, over-the-top weddings, or reaching incredible milestones like homeownership. …