In this episode of the Authors Impact Hub Podcast, we sit down with financial educator and author Melissa Jean-Baptiste, who went from NYC high school teacher to money expert after paying off $102,000 in student loan debt—on a teacher's salary! Melissa, author of So…This Is Why I’m Broke, shares practical, shame-free strategies to help authors and creatives build financial literacy, create passive income, and break the cycle of financial struggle.
We discuss:
✅ How authors can manage finances while pursuing their passion
✅ Smart budgeting and debt management strategies
✅ The power of passive income for long-term financial success
✅ Why financial literacy is essential for BIPOC communities
Whether you're an aspiring or established author, this episode will equip you with the tools to take control of your finances and build wealth—without sacrificing your creative dreams.
📖 Grab Melissa’s book: So…This Is Why I’m Broke
🔗 Connect with her at millennialindebt.com and on social media @millennialindebt
Listen now and take your financial power back! 🎙️💰
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