Different Podcast

Money Moves & Mindset Shift

What do broadcasting and financial planning have in common? For Shana DiMarco — everything. In this powerful episode, Kelly Brito [https://kellybrito.com] chats with Shana DiMarco [https://www.linkedin.com/in/shanadimarco/], a former broadcaster turned financial advisor for athletes, creatives, and professionals navigating big life transitions. They dive into real talk on financial education, budgeting, building good money habits, and why it’s never too late to start over. Whether you’re reinventing your career, learning to budget smarter, or just want to build wealth on your terms, this conversation is for you. 🔑 Topics covered: * Why athletes often face unique financial challenges * Building better habits: budgeting, insurance, and financial confidence * How to choose the right financial advisor for you * The emotional side of career change (and how to own your next chapter) ✨ More from BrandHive: Events →  Luma [https://lu.ma/brandhive] Connect →  IG [https://www.instagram.com/brandhive.social/] and Threads [https://www.threads.com/@brandhive.social] Weekly Tips & Updates → The Newsletter [https://kellybrito.kit.com/] More info → ⁠BrandHive.social⁠ [https://brandhive.social/] Shana DiMarco → LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/shanadimarco/] and Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/shanabuildswealth/] Takeaways 1. Shana DiMarco transitioned from broadcasting to financial services to help others. 2. Financial planning is crucial for everyone, especially athletes. 3. Growth is essential; if you're not growing, you're dying. 4. Many people lack financial education, which can lead to poor decisions. 5. Budgeting is a fundamental habit for financial health. 6. It's important to feel comfortable with your financial advisor. 7. Life insurance is essential for financial security. 8. Career transitions can happen at any age; it's never too late. 9. Financial mistakes often stem from a lack of guidance and education. 10. Seeking help for financial issues is a sign of strength, not weakness. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:42 Broadcasting → Finance: Shana’s Story 02:52 Growth or Stagnation 05:24 Athletes + Financial Education 08:14 Personalized Financial Planning 11:00 Common Financial Mistakes 13:38 Building Healthy Money Habits 15:42 Career Changes at Any Age 17:59 Making Finance Feel Safe 20:01 Final Thoughts This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thedifferentbrand.substack.com [https://thedifferentbrand.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]