10 Tips for “Adulting” with Money - 192

In this episode, we're diving into 10 foundational tips for “adulting” with money. Practical, down-to-earth advice that can genuinely change your financial life. Whether you're just getting started with money or feel like you missed the class on "how to be a financially responsible adult," this episode is packed with takeaways. From identifying your goals (and why they should be your own!) to leveraging compound interest and being intentional with your spending, I’ll walk through each tip with stories, insights, and actionable steps. This episode will leave you thinking differently about how you save, spend, and talk about money, and hopefully inspire you to take your next step with confidence.

💰 This Week’s Money Talking Points

1. Which of the 10 tips would benefit you the most?
2. What does intentionality with money look like?
3. What do you do if your friends have different financial goals?

⏱️ Key Moments:

[00:03:36] – The #1 tip: Identify your goals, values, and desires apart from social media and friends.

[00:08:27] – How compound interest can completely change your financial future (featuring the Rule of 72!).

[00:10:06] – What intentionality with money really means and how my wife and I save for multiple vacations a year.

[00:18:36] – What to do when your friends aren’t aligned with your money goals and why that’s okay.

[00:21:10] – The true meaning of wealth: It's not just about money.

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