EMERGENCY Funds! Why Having Cash on Hand is SO Important and How YOU Can Start Today

Financial Habits That Work! Dr. Tamara Dias on Building Your Money Routine (Bad at Math Finale) ✅

The last episode of season 1 of the "Bad at Math, Good with Money" podcast discusses the importance of having habits and routines in managing finances. Dr Tamara Dias, the host and a Certified Financial Social Work Educator, talks about how habits and routines are essential in holding oneself accountable for financial goals. She emphasizes the significance of payday or paycheck routines and shares her own process as an example. Dr. Dias also encourages listeners to create their own routines, even if they have varied incomes. Sign up for a 1:1 Coaching Discovery Call with Tamara! https://bit.ly/4amLbQx Get access to my free Emergency Guide for when Crisis Strikes! https://bit.ly/3RsWL3T Buy our merch and support the show! https://t.ly/G4wy- Follow Tamara! https://www.instagram.com/drtamarawdias/ https://twitter.com/DrTamaraWDias https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamarawdias/

Credit Scores and Crucial Tips for a Stellar Financial Future!

Sign up for a 1:1 Coaching Discovery Call with Tamara! https://bit.ly/4amLbQx Welcome back! Dr. D and Producer Zack discuss the importance of credit cards and credit scores. Dr. D shares her personal experiences and encourages listeners to improve their credit proactively. Credit scores are calculated based on various credit accounts and can vary depending on the credit reporting agency. She also mentions the significance of payment history, credit utilization, and credit history length in determining credit scores. All important stuff! Dr. D advises against closing old credit cards and emphasizes the importance of responsible credit card use, such as maintaining a good payment history, keeping balances below 30% utilization, and preserving credit history. All things "credit scores" on this one, we hope you enjoy! Get access to my free Emergency Guide for when Crisis Strikes! https://bit.ly/3RsWL3T Buy our merch and support the show! https://t.ly/G4wy- Follow Tamara! https://www.instagram.com/drtamarawdias/ https://twitter.com/DrTamaraWDias https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamarawdias/

From Junk Food to Financial Freedom: Tony Drake's Transformation Journey

This episode features guest Tony Drake, an online coach for mindset, body, nutrition, and habits, who shares his personal transformation journey and how it aligned with his financial journey. Drake talks about his struggles with addiction to junk food as a 12-year-old and how his comfort with junk food was his best friend. He also shares his experience living with a single mom and being the youngest of four boys. Drake explains how he realized he needed to take action and create the life he wanted, rather than waiting for life to happen to him. He discusses how he started his fitness journey and how it aligned with his financial journey, as he had to learn how to manage his money to afford a gym membership and healthy food. He also highlights the importance of mindset and how it affects one's financial journey. Drake emphasizes the need to have a positive mindset and to believe in oneself to achieve financial success. Sign up for a 1:1 Coaching Discovery Call with Tamara! https://bit.ly/4amLbQx Get access to my free Emergency Guide for when Crisis Strikes! https://bit.ly/3RsWL3T Buy our merch and support the show! https://t.ly/G4wy- Follow Tamara! https://www.instagram.com/drtamarawdias/ https://twitter.com/DrTamaraWDias https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamarawdias/

From Bills to Bliss: Busting Debt Myths and Building Freedom with Tishaun Dennis

Welcome back to "Bad at Math, Good with Money"! Dr. D's guest is finance coach and insurance broker Tishaun Dennis, who shares his background in managing personal debt. They discuss relatable experiences of struggling with bills and debt, particularly in early adulthood and college years. They challenge common misconceptions about debt's role in achieving financial freedom and stress the importance of using debt repayment tools wisely to avoid financial hardship. And don't forget about dealing with the debt avalanche method! Dr. D emphasizes the importance of celebrating debt repayment successes while planning ahead and avoiding impulsive spending. Reward yourself along the way, a key facet in any financial journey! If you have any questions for them, please reach out- Enjoy! Sign up for a 1:1 Coaching Discovery Call with Tamara! https://bit.ly/4amLbQx Get access to my free Emergency Guide for when Crisis Strikes! https://bit.ly/3RsWL3T Buy our merch and support the show! https://t.ly/G4wy- Follow Tishaun! https://www.instagram.com/tishaundennis/ Follow Tamara! https://www.instagram.com/drtamarawdias/ https://twitter.com/DrTamaraWDias https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamarawdias/

EMERGENCY Funds! Why Having Cash on Hand is SO Important and How YOU Can Start Today

A good emergency fund will make you or break you - Dr. D shares some best practices and tips in this episode that can help you work through the next rain storm that life brings and give you the umbrella that you need to make sure you can financially recover and keep things moving. 6 in 10 people in the workforce can't cover a $500 unexpected expense - don't let that be you! Start saving today and learn how even small savings each week can set you up for success in the future. Sign up for a 1:1 Coaching Discovery Call with Tamara! https://bit.ly/4amLbQx Get access to my free Emergency Guide for when Crisis Strikes! https://bit.ly/3RsWL3T Buy our merch and support the show! https://t.ly/G4wy- Follow Tamara! https://www.instagram.com/drtamarawdias/ https://twitter.com/DrTamaraWDias https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamarawdias/