I Am So Not Good With Money & We Need To Talk About It: Mrs. Dow Jones Is Here To Help Us All
With WhitShow Notes
Today’s conversation is one I’ve been really looking forward to having because we’re talking about something that impacts all of us, whether we love to think about it or not, and that’s our relationship with money. It was an absolute pleasure sitting down with Haley Sacks, aka Mrs. Dow Jones—Financial Expert, host of the Financial Tea podcast, and New York Times bestselling author of Future Rich Person—for a refreshingly honest conversation about money, wealth, spending, and the stories we carry about finances. From childhood money beliefs and financial shame to social media-fueled spending and the pressure to look and feel "successful," Haley breaks down why so many of us feel overwhelmed by money...and then she tells us what to do about it. We get into the difference between showing wealth and growing wealth, why women are often taught to be hesitant with money instead of powerful with it, how money impacts relationships, and the simple habits that can help anyone feel more financially confident. She lets us in on all her practical advice on emergency funds, investing, negotiating, and becoming a Future Rich Person. This episode is for everyone, whether you're feeling behind financially, unsure about how much you should be spending, or simply want a healthier relationship with money.
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