Money & Career Mastery: Debt, Wealth, Family & Legacy

If you’ve ever made a budget but still find yourself overspending, you’re not broken—you’re human. In this Question of the Day episode, Laura unpacks why smart, capable people often sabotage their financial goals and what it really takes to build lasting change. Learn how your identity, emotions, and mindset shape your spending—and how to retrain your brain to work with your budget instead of against it.

In this episode you’ll learn...

The holidays shouldn’t leave you with a financial hangover. Too many families overspend in December and end up paying for it well into the new year. In this episode, I’ll share practical steps to create a holiday budget you can actually stick to—so you enjoy the season without relying on credit cards or buy-now-pay-later debt.

In this episode you’ll learn:

• Why 36% of Americans go into holiday debt—and how to avoid being one of th...

 In this Movie Money Mashup, we use Remember the Titans to explore practical money and career lessons you can apply right now. Discover why your budget is a playbook, how finances are a team sport, and why small wins in budgeting create lasting momentum. Learn how to protect your family’s future with an emergency fund, insurance, and legacy planning—and what this powerful story can teach us about unity, leadership, and making tough...

Are you showing up to work but secretly running on fumes? You’re not alone. According to a 2025 TalentLMS report, 54% of employees admit they’re unhappy at work, and Gallup estimates this disengagement is costing the global economy $438 billion. But this isn’t laziness—it’s a breakdown of purpose, clarity, and connection.

In this episode, we dive into the rise of quiet cracking—a silent form of burnout that looks like coasting, dise...

Ever feel like your financial progress is crawling? You’re budgeting, cutting expenses, and building your emergency fund—but it still feels like nothing’s happening.

In today’s Question of the Day, Emily from Arizona asks how to stay motivated when saving feels painfully slow. This is one of the most common struggles my clients face—and it’s often where people lose steam.

In this episode you’ll learn:

• Why slow progress is still po...

Does September feel like a fresh start to you? Between back-to-school routines, new schedules, and the “-ber” months rolling in, fall often feels like a mini New Year. And unlike champagne-fueled January goals, the ones we set in September often stick.

This is the perfect moment to pause and ask: what do you want your money to do for you—not next year, but in the final stretch of this year?

In this episode you’ll learn:

• Why Septem...

What can Woody and Buzz teach us about money, mindset, and even marriage?
In this episode of Movie Money Mashup, David and Laura dive into the timeless classic Toy Story (1995) to uncover financial and life lessons hidden in Andy’s toy box. From jealousy and comparison to teamwork and contentment, this family favorite is packed with wisdom that applies to your money, career, and relationships.

In this episode you’ll learn:

• W...

What money habits are your kids picking up from you—whether you mean to teach them or not? From piggy banks to big purchases, your children are playing Follow the Leader with how you handle money. The legacy you’re building isn’t just about what you leave behind one day—it’s about the everyday choices you’re modeling right now.

In this episode you’ll learn:

• Why kids naturally mirror your money behavior—and what that means for the...

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Is your career still serving you—or has the season shifted?
Sometimes we hold on to dreams long past their expiration date, not realizing that what we need isn’t to push harder but to pivot with purpose. If you’ve been feeling torn between the work you used to love and the life you want now, this episode will help you reset with clarity and courage.

In this episode you’ll learn:

• Why fall is the perfect time for a career rese...

What can a body-swapping comedy teach us about money, careers, and family? A lot more than you’d think! In this Money Movie Mashup Live, we dig into the 2003 classic Freaky Friday and uncover surprising financial lessons hidden between Lindsay Lohan’s teenage rebellion and Jamie Lee Curtis’s stressed-out single mom life.

In this episode you’ll learn:

• Why financial empathy is the secret to bridging money conflicts in marriage
• How i...

Have you ever felt like you just threw money away? I recently lost $250 over a hotel cancellation policy, and it left me frustrated, guilty, and stressed. What was supposed to be a joyful birthday celebration for my daughter turned into a hard reminder that money is never just math—it’s mindset, emotions, and expectations.

The truth is, wasted money doesn’t have to equal wasted joy. The way we respond when plans fall apart matters m...

Sparkling vampires, fast cars, and big money lessons? Yes, please. In this Movie Money Mashup, we dive into Twilight—the film that had everyone choosing Team Edward or Team Jacob—to uncover what it really teaches us about money, identity, and making intentional choices.

Even if supernatural love stories aren’t your thing, you’ll find practical financial wisdom hidden in this pop-culture classic. From planning big moves to avoiding f...

If your budget went off the rails this summer, you’re not alone—and you don’t need guilt to get back on track. Between travel, camps, groceries that vanish in days, and “just because” ice cream runs, summer spending can feel like juggling with water balloons. But fall is the perfect time to reset your finances with intention.

In this episode, I’m walking you through my 3-Step Budget Reset Plan—the same one I’m using after my own sum...

“How do we teach our kids about money in a way that actually sticks?”

In this Question of the Day episode, Melissa from Texas asks how to raise money-smart kids without creating more chaos for her family of five. If you’ve ever wondered whether to give your kids an allowance, pay them commission, or try something else entirely—this episode is for you.

In this episode you’ll learn:

• Why ages 7–9 are the most critical years for shapi...

Does your fall calendar feel like chaos before the season even begins? Between school schedules, volunteering, work, and family commitments, it’s easy to let life run you instead of intentionally designing a routine that supports your priorities.

In this episode, I’m sharing how to hit the reset button for a new season—not just on your calendar, but in your life, finances, and career. It’s time to create a routine that reflects your...

Can a rat teach you how to manage your money? In this episode of our Movie & Money Mashup series, we dive into Ratatouille—a story about dreaming big, overcoming circumstances, and building a team to reach your goals. Even if this Pixar classic isn’t Laura’s favorite, the money lessons are too good to ignore.

In this episode you’ll learn:

• Why your circumstances don’t have to define your financial future
• How building the right ...

When life throws you a curveball—like a totaled car—how do you make a big purchase without losing your peace (or your financial goals)?

In this episode of Money & Career Mastery, I’m taking you behind the scenes of our real-life car buying journey. From the emotional rollercoaster of unexpected expenses to the practical strategies that kept us debt-free, this episode is full of lessons you can use when it’s your turn to make a b...

Are you spending money in ways that don’t truly reflect your family’s priorities? You’re not alone. In this Question of the Day episode, Laura helps Jenna—a mom of three from North Carolina—figure out how to create a budget that reflects her family’s values without feeling overwhelmed or deprived.

When you want to save more, cut back on eating out, and still make room for kids’ activities and fun, where do you even start? It comes d...