In this episode, we meet Catherine Collins, a financial expert and author who shares her journey from a graduate history student to a leading financial writer and podcaster. Catherine discusses her accidental path to entrepreneurship, starting with her blog Budget Blonde. She highlights the importance of financial independence, especially during and after a divorce, offering advice on budget management, asset awareness, and emotional strength. Catherine also introduces the concept of 'five year you,' focusing on self-improvement and financial independence, while providing a realistic approach to personal growth post-divorce. Tune in for actionable insights and inspiring stories that make financial management accessible and empowering for everyone.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
01:09 Catherine's Journey to Financial Writing
04:23 The Five Year You Project
06:02 Navigating Divorce and Finances
08:05 Building Financial Confidence Post-Divorce
11:24 Practical Steps for Financial Stability
18:49 Embracing a New Beginning
21:18 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
By way of background, Catherine Collins is a nationally recognized entrepreneur and author of the book “Mom's Got Money: A millennial mom's guide to managing money like a boss”. Over the past decade, her writing and expertise have been featured in dozens of media outlets, including Good Morning America, Yahoo Finance, Forbes, U.S. News and World Report, Real Simple, The Huffington Post, Kiplinger, Investopedia, Business Insider, and many more.
Websites: Five Year You and Micro Morning Magic - Free Download
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/catherine-collins-8b983049/
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