We’ve all had that moment when an advertisement passes by, and our mind goes, “I definitely need that,” thanks to how effective and well-thought-out their marketing is. But they will always be what they are meant to be—strategies designed to influence us to spend. It’s not evil, but it’s definitely costing us something. In this episode, Jen and Jill reveal the fascinating world of marketing and how a simple product can transform into a necessity or more so, a luxury. 🎙️ Get full show notes here...
Nov 08, 2024•57 min•Ep 457•Transcript available on Metacast A present for you—from our hearts: a frugal holiday season! There’s no better way to celebrate than by enjoying the season without guilt. Plus, it’s much more meaningful to give something heartfelt rather than something you regret because it was pricey. In this episode, Jen and Jill will unwrap meaningful ways to celebrate frugally and offer mindset shifts to help you embrace the holiday season! 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/3UbC6nd 📘 Pre-order the book here https://bit.ly/BWYL-p...
Nov 05, 2024•51 min•Ep 456•Transcript available on Metacast If we receive a set of puzzle pieces, we can’t complete the picture without knowing how they fit together. The same goes for teaching our kids about money. Even if we pass down every cent we have, they won’t know what to do with it unless we teach them the values and proper ways to handle it—just like everything else in life. In this episode, Jen and Jill are joined by Andy Hill of Marriage Kids and Money to share essential life skills and practical tips for setting up your kids for financial su...
Nov 01, 2024•52 min•Ep 455•Transcript available on Metacast You know the drill, and you’re definitely not new to this game. We might not be able to completely stop the forces but the more we understand why we tend to impulse purchase or what drives our choices, the better equipped we’ll be to interrupt those patterns—and the more confident we’ll feel in our spending. In this episode, Jen and Jill give us a sneak peak of this part of ‘Buy What You Love Without Going Broke’! 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/3Y5cDNc 📘 Pre-order the book here ht...
Oct 29, 2024•48 min•Ep 454•Transcript available on Metacast Gentle reminder once again: health is more than just weight. The pressures of society have led us to believe otherwise, but it’s important to put faith and trust in your body and the amazing things it does for you. With so much societal pressure, social media influencers, and the latest diet trends—it’s easy to lose sight of our own health and well-being—and our wallets! In this episode, Jen and Jill talk about finding that sweet spot between health and happiness, and why rejecting the extremes ...
Oct 25, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Ep 453•Transcript available on Metacast We’ve all been there—caught in a cycle of self-doubt and fear of failure, wondering if we’ll ever get to even start. But it doesn’t have to be that way! When it comes to perfectionism, many of us picture the typical overachiever striving for unrealistic standards. But what if we told you there’s a different side to this story? In this episode, Jen and Jill are joined by Monica Parker of About Progress to give us excellent and relatable insights about perfectionism. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! ...
Oct 22, 2024•51 min•Ep 452•Transcript available on Metacast Some of us embrace a horror-themed festivity, some of us love twinkly lights, but no matter your style, there’s a holiday just around the corner for everyone. And what’s a celebration without heartfelt connections, right? In this episode, Jen and Jill sparks the good that comes with hosting and share their tips for throwing an amazing party on a budget. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/3TVrVCW 📘 Pre-order the book here https://bit.ly/BWYL-podcast 💌 Want to save money and spend bett...
Oct 18, 2024•47 min•Ep 451•Transcript available on Metacast Spoiler alert: high food income holidays are just around the corner, and your kitchen is crying for help! So this is probably the best time to prepare your kitchen for the holiday hustle! Over the next 30 days or less, you’ll be doing yourself a favor by decluttering your space. In this episode, Jen and Jill break down the ultimate guide on how to declutter our kitchens. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/3Buthhz 📘 Pre-order the book here https://bit.ly/BWYL-podcast 💌 Want to save mo...
Oct 15, 2024•50 min•Ep 450•Transcript available on Metacast Whether you're asking for a raise or just trying to make your voice heard, negotiation doesn’t have to feel scary, and you definitely don’t have to be an expert at all times to get what you deserve! In this episode, Jen and Jill are joined by Kathryn Valentine of Worthmore Strategies to empower us how we can turn the tables and negotiate better not just at work but also in life. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/4gw3UvU 📘 Pre-order the book here https://bit.ly/BWYL-podcast 💌 Want to...
Oct 11, 2024•58 min•Ep 449•Transcript available on Metacast News flash! Influencers are not telling you the whole truth on social media. It’s not malicious, but it isn’t all perfect either. Whether you’re someone who is just here for the title, or you’re someone who easily gets influenced, you’ll get what you came for. In this episode, Jen and Jill discuss why influencers are doing this, how to identify it, and what action steps to take about it. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/3XUQMt5 📘 Pre-order the book here https://bit.ly/BWYL-podcast �...
Oct 08, 2024•49 min•Ep 448•Transcript available on Metacast There’s nothing scarier than spending money on something you'll use only once, give away, or that will gather dust and cobwebs in your garage for a year! In this episode, Jen and Jill are witching you a budget-friendly Halloween with backed-up statistics on spending patterns and predictions with tips to save money this spooky season. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/3ZhBzU4 📘 Pre-order the book here https://bit.ly/BWYL-podcast 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes...
Oct 04, 2024•55 min•Ep 447•Transcript available on Metacast When the world feels overwhelming and you’re not sure how to make a difference, remember that there’s always one action you can take that moves you in the right direction. Even if things don’t seem to be going your way, taking that one step can make a difference. In this episode, Jen and Jill are joined by Genet “GG” Gimja to show us how everyday people can make smart financial choices that reflect their values and help build a better world. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/3XqNBI5 �...
Oct 01, 2024•51 min•Ep 446•Transcript available on Metacast Of course we deserve a little treat or maybe even an indulgence now and then. We’re all guilty of this! But sometimes, this mindset becomes a frequent excuse that it exhausts our wallets without us realizing. In this episode, Jen and Jill will reveal some hard truths about how this mentality might be costing us more than we think and discuss what then are the things we truly deserve. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/4e99BxZ 📘 Pre-order the book here https://bit.ly/BWYL-podcast 💌 Wa...
Sep 27, 2024•49 min•Ep 445•Transcript available on Metacast There is something uniquely simple and effective about timelessness: it never gets old and it always finds a way to work out somehow. In this episode, Jen and Jill revisit the timeless Japanese budgeting system called Kakeibo, what it’s all about, and what you need to know to engage with it effectively. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/4e8Bgis 📘 Pre-order the book here https://bit.ly/BWYL-podcast 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FRE...
Sep 24, 2024•57 min•Ep 444•Transcript available on Metacast Best believe, you’re not behind and it’s never too late to focus on reclaiming the confidence you once had when you were younger. What’s even better is that you don’t have to spend tons of money doing that. In this episode, Jen and Jill join Dominique Sachse of Over 50 & Flourishing to share her wisdom on beauty, empowerment, and elegant frugality. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/3ZnTVTl 📘 Pre-order the book here https://bit.ly/BWYL-podcast 💌 Want to save money and spend bette...
Sep 20, 2024•58 min•Ep 443•Transcript available on Metacast Asking for help can be super awkward, uncomfortable, and scary. But here’s the thing: not having a close-knit community is costing us more than we realize. It’s not just about missing out on the occasional favor, it’s about missing out on the support and fun that comes from having a strong community around us. In this episode, Jen and Jill dives into the beauty of the little favors community. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/3X88QOI 📘 Pre-order the book here https://bit.ly/BWYL-podc...
Sep 17, 2024•51 min•Ep 442•Transcript available on Metacast We are not saying you shouldn't be aware of or manage your money well, we are saying you don’t need a budget to thrive financially. Yes, there is a difference! One is just not right, while the other suggests more flexible and freeing ways to spend. In this episode, Jen and Jill discuss money management and how a hundred budgeting templates may not always work for you. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/3MiDIao 📘 Pre-order the book here https://bit.ly/BWYL-podcast 💌 Want to save money...
Sep 13, 2024•52 min•Ep 441•Transcript available on Metacast Luxury isn’t just about extravagance. Sometimes, it’s the simple, priceless moments in life that we don’t even realize, like reading a book, walking your dog, or enjoying a quiet cup of coffee! In this episode, Jen and Jill join Shannon Ables of The Simply Luxurious Life to guide us through how to identify little luxuries, and how we can build skills leading to contentment. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/3Atyar2 📘 Pre-order the book here https://bit.ly/BWYL-podcast 💌 Want to save...
Sep 10, 2024•49 min•Ep 440•Transcript available on Metacast It's the mind itself that shapes the body. This fall season, embracing a new mindset will bring about changes that come with comfort and ease. So, join Jen and Jill as they share another set of engaging book recommendations that explore mindset shifts, relationships, time management, and strengthening love muscles! 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/3YUIBxW 📘 Pre-order the book here https://bit.ly/BWYL-podcast 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendlet...
Sep 06, 2024•50 min•Ep 439•Transcript available on Metacast ‘Tis the season of giving…and big spending! Last time, we discussed how to maximize the season, but this episode is all about minimizing it. So this fall, we’re focusing on budgeting and overall check-ins to ensure we wrap up the year on a positive note. In this episode, Jen and Jill share a fall to-do list to help you plan ahead, prepare for the upcoming months, and budget effectively for the holidays. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/4cdH2Oy 📘 Pre-order the book here https://bit.l...
Sep 03, 2024•47 min•Ep 438•Transcript available on Metacast A new emotion has entered—burnout! It’s not the worst of the worst, but it is our common enemy. It’s the feeling that stops time and makes us exhausted just by existing. We know it, and we feel it, and now our spending is at risk because of it. That’s why, in this episode, Jen and Jill join Jess Massey of The Hustle Sanely Podcast to share how to identify burnout and combat its inevitable cycle. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/3AFJz6V 📘 Pre-order the book here https://bit.ly/BWYL-p...
Aug 30, 2024•52 min•Ep 437•Transcript available on Metacast Overconsumption is out, underconsumption core is IN! We're talking about squeezing out the last drop of soap or shampoo, using up every bit of toothpaste, and rocking that dented flask. In this episode, Jen and Jill talk about what it is, why it’s gaining popularity, why you should care about it, and what you can do to spread the message! 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/3A76bwV 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newslet...
Aug 27, 2024•50 min•Ep 436•Transcript available on Metacast Life update! Because so much can change in two years. While the story remains the same, learning, perspective, and goals definitely change. But it’s a good thing to remind ourselves of the hard times we’ve come across and surpassed. In this episode, Jen and Jill rewind Jill’s debt pay-off journey to celebrate being debt-free and also, her very special day! 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/3Ww7xZH 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE...
Aug 23, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Ep 435•Transcript available on Metacast Are you also one of those who goes “I’ll keep this, just in case ” and then years go by and you still haven’t used it, but when you revisit the item, you keep it in again just in case? If so, consider this a wake-up call: you don’t need all of this stuff! In this episode, Jen and Jill join Dawn Madsen of The Minimal Mom to share her life living with kids while maintaining a minimalist lifestyle. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/3WKkgIs 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5...
Aug 20, 2024•53 min•Ep 434•Transcript available on Metacast Repeat after me: I shop AT the grocery store, I am not THE grocery store! You are not a vending machine for snacks and definitely not a storage space for products that will end up going bad in the fridge without being used, so tell yourself, you’re not going to overbuy! In this episode, Jen and Jill read an article that shares helpful, realistic, and approachable tips for grocery shopping on a budget! 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/3A4Fp8q 💌 Want to save money and spend better in ...
Aug 16, 2024•54 min•Ep 433•Transcript available on Metacast We want to walk with you through your financial journey. Therefore, we're giving you an exclusive sneak peek of our new book, "Buy What You Love Without Going Broke"! In this episode, Jen and Jill delve deeper into the heart of the book, which talks about values-based spending, principles we can hold on to, and the foundation for making financial decisions. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/4cRLAv5 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FRE...
Aug 13, 2024•54 min•Ep 432•Transcript available on Metacast There’s a saying that goes “a jack of all trades is a master of none, but oftentimes is better than a master of one”! As we approach the last part of our Debt-Free Summer, let’s remember that we can do so much more! In this episode, Jen and Jill are joined by Denise to share a four year debt-free journey, and how switching jobs and good money mindset helped her get through debt. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/4cSyuxO 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The...
Aug 09, 2024•53 min•Ep 431•Transcript available on Metacast You know that feeling when you're on the verge of scoring a super good deal, only to realize it's just another impulsive spending moment? But, really, how do we even get away with a good deal in this world full of enticing discounts and irresistible offers? In this episode, Jen and Jill uncover the tricks and strategies of retailers to get us to spend more and how to overcome falling into the traps. 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/4cR5m9B 💌 Want to save money and spend better in ju...
Aug 06, 2024•54 min•Ep 430•Transcript available on Metacast They often tell us that the way to pay off debt is to increase our income but what if we tell you there's a way to achieve it without all that hustle? In this episode, Jen and Jill are joined by Kait to uncover her inspiring journey and how she navigated her financial decisions, and used her income and time wisely! 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/3XL6Rlu 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newsletter with freebies, deals...
Aug 02, 2024•46 min•Ep 429•Transcript available on Metacast One is the darling of the personal finance world, the other is her outcast cousin. But we're shining a light on the 'ugly duckling' and telling you one might be right for you—and it might not be the one you think. In this episode, Jen and Jill shed light on FSAs and HSAs and provide tips to help you determine which one is right for you! 🎙️ Get full show notes here! https://bit.ly/4cm1jCz 💌 Want to save money and spend better in just 5 minutes? Get The Friendletter! Our FREE 3x weekly newslette...
Jul 30, 2024•49 min•Ep 428•Transcript available on Metacast 
