One of the things I have noticed among some clients and general conversation is that people are feeling there is no reason to set goals or think too far ahead as life changes so quickly. I am a little saddened by this but I was out having coffee with friends this morning and was reminded of a principle that I developed quite a few years ago - take a listen to the podcast and hear about the "Hall Principle" - Hope it helps and if you have any questions or comments then please write to m...
Jan 19, 2022•14 min•Ep 2•Transcript available on Metacast Often with the start of a new year our thoughts naturally turn to New beginnings and we hear of many people making New Years Resolutions - usually those resolutions are surrounding weight loss/ health and fitness etc - unfortunately New year resolutions have a bad name because more often than not January starts out full of hope only to have seen us fail by the beginning of February. So what I prefer to do is to set the standard for the New Year and I think it is a good idea to reflect on the las...
Jan 11, 2022•10 min•Transcript available on Metacast Chris gives an overview of 2021 and all that we spoke about and she did it live and on video - so if you want to see what goes on behind the scenes tune in via You Tube. So many people to thank and especially you the listener - we managed to reach over 1500 downloads!! Any questions or comments or ideas that you would like to see covered in 2021 then please contact us via podcast@coachchris.com.au or you can visit the website at www.coachchris.com.au Wishing you all a very happy Christmas and pr...
Dec 17, 2021•8 min•Transcript available on Metacast A bit of a lighthearted episode as Chris shares a helpful tip to stop those Christmas shopping frenzies when you leave things to last minute. Whether your life is too busy to do your Christmas shopping early or you suffer from disorganization - Chris's Virtual Shopping Tip will help you complete it in record time. For any questions or comments please email us at podcast@coachchris.com.au
Dec 07, 2021•16 min•Transcript available on Metacast This episode came out of many people asking how they can do Christmas a little smarter because of their finances being impacted this year. Chris addresses the spending on the gifts, the food, the activities and even the decorations so that we can make this year less expensive whilst still maintaining the love and the care that is part of Christmas. If you have got any questions or comments or if you have a money topic you would like us to address - please write to us at podcast@coachchris.com.au...
Nov 30, 2021•19 min•Transcript available on Metacast With only 5 weeks to go I am sure you are noticing a strong presence of Christmas all around you! Join Coach Chris today as she talks about planning for what can be a very expensive time. Even if you've left it too late then use this year as research and be ready for next. Find out how to plan and if you want to receive your Christmas Budget Planner just email us at podcast@coachchris.com.au
Nov 23, 2021•10 min•Transcript available on Metacast This is the final podcast in a 6 part series on the benefits of gathering your own personal financial team. In this episode Chris explains what she brings to the table as a financial coach and then wraps up the whole series. Hope you have found this informative - it came from one of your questions - so if you have any other questions or comments please contact us at podcast@coachchris.com.au If you would like to know more about financial coaching see this...
Nov 16, 2021•12 min•Ep 13•Transcript available on Metacast This was such an informative episode and a must listen for everyone. Yes a lawyer should definitely be part of your financial team! Listen in as Coach Chris interviews Elise and if you have any further questions please email us at podcast@coachchris.com.au as we will be answering those questions at our final in this series next week.
Nov 09, 2021•17 min•Transcript available on Metacast I am sure you will find this interview very informative. Chris speaks with Dean a financial planner who describes beautifully what is the real value in team. "We need teachers, mentors, advisers, family and trusted friends who will challenge us and push us to do better....." During the interview Dean mentioned a link and said, " It is important to make sure you get advice from a financial planner who is properly licensed and qualified. " Here is the link to help you find a pl...
Nov 01, 2021•13 min•Transcript available on Metacast The second person that we believe is a good fit for your financial team is an accountant. In this interview Chris talks with Michael an accountant that she works with and finds out the value he brings to a financial team. If you have any questions or comments please email us at podcast@coachchris.com.au Michael is part of the Van Dyk Newbold Accounting and Business Advisory Practice in McLaren Vale - http://www.vandyknewbold.com.au/...
Oct 26, 2021•14 min•Ep 10•Transcript available on Metacast In this first interview Chris talks with Amy, a mortgage broker who explains exactly what she does and the value of having a broker as part of your financial team Any questions that you have please direct them to podcast@coachchris.com.au and if you wish to connect with Amy here's her website
Oct 05, 2021•12 min•Transcript available on Metacast During a normal day in the life of a coach - Chris describes her witnessing first hand - the power of a team. There is a wonderful quote that really describes the value of having a team, "Teamwork is the fuel that allows common people to attain uncommon results" An this incident really highlights that very thing. When you have your own personal financial team - you get to look at a financial decision from every aspect so that you go into it with the best information you can get and out...
Sep 29, 2021•10 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this final episode in the series Chris talks to Bonnie a new business owner who has been severely affected by the lock downs and border restrictions. As a florist who works mainly in the florist and event business she has seen her income reduce majorly. Listen in on what Bonnie has learned and the things she has been grateful for. If you need help with your finances book in for a complimentary appointment with Chris and get fully equipped to survive any financial emergency....
Sep 22, 2021•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast This is an interview that really highlights the value of preparation. We never know when an emergency will strike but Brenton and Vanessa clearly show that if we plan for the possibility of an emergency then we can go into one with the backing of some spare funds and the knowledge and skills of how to navigate the uncertain. Hope you enjoy it! Remember we love to hear your questions and comments so email us at podcast@coachchris.com.au and if you would like to find out more about our services ha...
Sep 14, 2021•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode Chris does an overview about what we have been hearing so far in all of the interviews that we have heard over the last few weeks. We hope that you have been finding it inspiring and encouraging and you are learning lots. Some of the quotes mentioned in the podcast are: "A great attitude becomes a great life" - Unknown "Intelligence is the ability to adapt to change" - Stephen Hawking "The first step toward getting somewhere is to decide that you are not ...
Sep 08, 2021•12 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this third interview with people from within our community who have found themselves in the Covid Money Pit and survived, we speak to Julie a hairdresser who lives in South Australia. Such a great conversation and as usual, Chris has come away feeling inspired and uplifted seeing that if we are willing to take stock and learn from life's experiences - we can rise above and come out better than we went in Let us know if you have a covid money story - we would love to chat with you and you...
Aug 31, 2021•12 min•Ep 4•Transcript available on Metacast Continuing our series on interviewing those in our community that have been affect by the disruption of Covid 19 In this interview, Chris speaks with Mark, a local business man who has not only survived this unstable time but is rising above it If you have any questions or comments please email us at podcast@coachchris.com.au
Aug 24, 2021•11 min•Ep 3•Transcript available on Metacast This is the first in our series of interviews with everyday people who have faced the disruption of income and work and have found a way to rise above. In this interview, Tracy, who lives in Melbourne, tells of how she and her family have been affected by the many lock downs in their area, their loss of income, jobs and how they have personally risen above and come out still thankful. Tracy is an inspiration and there is much to learn from what she says - a true Covid Money Pit Survivor!!!...
Aug 18, 2021•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast Have you noticed how Covid has impacted us! For many of us our lives have been restricted to staying home and we have lost many of the freedoms that we once enjoyed. Well after having her own holiday cancelled due to an unexpected lock down - Chris decided that it was about time she faced this Covid monster and find a way to climb out of the Covid Money Pit that we have been forced into. This is an introduction to what you can expect from this new season. If you want the opportunity to tell your...
Aug 11, 2021•7 min•Transcript available on Metacast After realising that retirement is moving closer than ever, Chris pondered the question of what she would teach her 20 year old self so that she was prepared for today. If you've ever wondered how you can prepare for tomorrow, today - This podcast could well be the starting point for a successful financial journey. We would love to hear your comments and the lessons you would teach your younger self concerning money email us at podcast@coachchris.com.au
Jul 19, 2021•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode Chris discusses the pitfalls of anticipating the annual tax refund and gives you some tips for avoiding that. Along with what to claim and what not to claim and the specifics of this financial year she also shares her dilemma of how long are we supposed to keep our tax records?? Some links from today's podcast: Tax offsets Working from Home Enjoy! and if you have any questions send them into: podcast@coacchris.com.au...
Jul 13, 2021•12 min•Transcript available on Metacast Many times a question comes in about what is normal, "Where should I be?" "How much should I have?" "What should we be spending on...?" In this episode Chris dives into the stages of an ideal financial journey whilst making sure you understand there is no such thing as normal because everyone's life is so different. Be encouraged as she gives you some stepping stones and helps put your mind at ease during those busy and messy times in your life....
Jul 06, 2021•14 min•Ep 12•Transcript available on Metacast In "Your Questions Answered" - Chris takes an in depth look at some of your most asked questions. This particular question loses its power as people realise that everyone struggles with the limitation of money as our lives change and our families grow but there is hope when we change our thinking - listen as Chris shares how to change from questioning how others are affording it to understanding what is important to you. Please send your questions to us - podcast@coachchirs.com.au...
Jun 21, 2021•18 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode Chris takes a look at 4 areas where we so often will spend without thinking in an effort to : Be better Look better Have more Present well. It was was sparked by something Chris read recently. "Perhaps the greatest poverty is when we fail to realise what we have" - Lisa Bevere Take a listen and if you find yourself asking the question "Do I have enough?" then let us know at podcast@coachchris.com.au...
Jun 15, 2021•18 min•Transcript available on Metacast Chris has been noticing a trend among our young people and it has alarmed her. It seems that the easy come credit world that we live in has allowed our most vulnerable to fall prey to those buy now and pay later schemes. In this episode Chris talks about how we can debt proof our kids now while we can.
Jun 07, 2021•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this final discussion with our guest, Lee-Anne, we really hone into the importance of preparation on our journey to change. We hope you enjoy the helpful tips that are spoken about in this episode and if you want to have access to any of the materials that we speak out in this final episode on our behaviours surrounding money then please email us at podcast@coachchris.com.au and put "Matrix" in the subject line and we will get those resources out to you. Also if you think you would ...
Jun 01, 2021•21 min•Transcript available on Metacast In the 2nd part in our series on "why do we behave the way we do? Chris continues the conversation with Lee-Anne and specifically why do we respond the way we do financially in times of stress or extreme pressure. One of the greatest quotes that came out of it was, "Thriving in the thought of a new way of doing things - knowing that you have the capability of thriving in a new situation and creating a new behaviour" "Thrive in the thought of learning something new!" Join...
May 25, 2021•17 min•Transcript available on Metacast Join Chris as she interviews her guest regarding why we behave the way we do surrounding money. Sometime we can feel disappointed with ourselves when we are trying to change and improve and then we slip back - in this episode you will discover why that happens and I am sure you will enjoy this easy to listen to interview. Look out for some more upcoming enlightening interviews with Chris and Lee-Anne and if you want us to address any of your questions or concerns regarding money behaviour please...
May 18, 2021•14 min•Transcript available on Metacast This is the introduction to what will be a series on human behaviour surrounding money. Spring boarding from our last few weeks talking about the money masks that we wear - a few people have asked - How did Chris come up with those masks? Well, after 17 years of money coaching - Chris has noticed a few behaviours surrounding money and so in this first part she introduces her reasons for commencing this conversation. Chris invites you to be part of the conversation - so please send any questions ...
May 11, 2021•10 min•Ep 5•Transcript available on Metacast This mask is the most sinister of the masks. If you can picture it - it is a transparent mask revealing a face behind it with no expression. So it could be thought that you that you are being very open and honest but in actual fact you hide behind a blasé attitude and you often make others feel guilty around you. For you to move forward and be the best version of you then money is something that must be faced - indifference is not a great attribute - this is what J.K. Rowling thinks of it, "...
May 04, 2021•14 min•Ep 4•Transcript available on Metacast 
