In this solo episode, I get into my opinions about Black Friday Deals. I also share about my favorite gift, interesting ways to save on your shopping, and how to create a thoughtful gift for your loved ones this holiday.  Tips: - Replace old items that you use regularly ( bedding, cookware, towels, clothing, shoes, etc.) - Upgrade items that no longer function well to meet your needs (consider the ROI) - Gift ( look at items that can be gifted that fall within your budget) - Set a dollar limit per person - Avoid overspending on your credit card - Utilize credit card rewards for gift cards - Avoid spending money on gifts that are low-quality and lack helpful features - Research reviews before you purchase gifts for yourself or family - Avoid purchasing items with bonus items that aren't useful - If you're creative consider making a gift - Get gifts that match the personality of your friends and family Black Deal Friday Deals as of 11/29/19 I love I may receive a small commission from any purchases if you click through the links at no additional cost to you.  Amazon Firestick: https://amzn.to/2DyweMR Your Money or Your Life: https://amzn.to/2QY5OMJ Hulu streaming: Hulu.com For Side hustlers / Entrepreneurs Profit First: https://amzn.to/34wINnZ Microphone: https://amzn.to/34wynov Flaticon: https://www.flaticon.com/ Which Black Friday Deals are you loving? Let me know! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/earnsavethrive/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/earnsavethrive/support

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Episode 23: Are Black Friday Deals Even Worth it?

Geotagging, Hashtags, and Stories oh my! Today, I'll be interviewing Leah from Leah Tackles Social. Leah is an amazing mother of three, Social Media Manager, and lover of all things Disney. After meeting Leah at a local Detroit networking event, we took some time to chat about Instagram and how to stay relevant with your online business. Leah also spoke strongly about setting healthy boundaries as an entrepreneur and how working from home can come with unexpected challenges with work and family. She gives some golden recommendations to ensuring that you are building a solid relationship with your family while also creating quality work content.  Follow me:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/herdesignedlifecoach/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/earnsavethrive/ Blog: http://herdesignedlife.com/ Follow Leah: https://www.instagram.com/leahtackles/ https://www.leahtacklessocial.com/ Follow her blog and vlog: http://www.leahtackles.com/ Resources mentioned in this chat:  Later: https://later.com/ Loomly: https://www.loomly.com/ Planoly Affiliate Link: http://bit.ly/2mc5pZI Tailwind Affiliate Link: http://bit.ly/34Ee33Z Boundaries Affiliate Code - Listen to the Free ebook using my special Audible code http://bit.ly/2oXmwAd --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/earnsavethrive/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/earnsavethrive/support

Episode 22: Instagram Marketing and Boundary Setting for Business Owners

Wow! We made it to Season Two. Thanks to all my listeners out there that help support me building this content. In this episode, I interview Gee Nonterah, who has a PhD in Biology and replaced her income through freelance healthcare writing. She says that her degree, while helpful, wasn't the only success factor in her building up her business. She attributes networking, Linkedin, and even Craigslist as a way to book her clients and also start getting her name out there.  Follow me: Shownotes: http://herdesignedlife.com/episode-21-5-fascinating-reasons-you-should-consider-freelance-writing/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/herdesignedlifecoach/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/earnsavethrive Resources: Free Audiobook with Audible: http://bit.ly/2oXmwAd Follow Gee Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geenonterah/ Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/GertrudeNonterahTV Ebooks: https://www.myonlinebizjourney.com/shoppe/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/earnsavethrive/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/earnsavethrive/support

Episode 21: Fascinating Reasons You Need to Consider Freelance Writing

In this episode, I talk with Certified Personal Trainer and Coach Tangia Renee. Tangia juggles multiple businesses and podcasts and so finding time to prioritize her health and fitness has been an incredible journey. She talks not only about her struggles with finding time to "do it all" but also about why she wants women to break up with the scale and stop with yo-yo dieting. In her professional career she's done everything from working in politics to professional body building. This woman has incredible tips to eat healthy, maintain a positive mindset about your body, and create sustainable living habits for healthy eating and living.  Make sure you listen to this valuable episode. Follow me online Grab the Shownotes & Tangia's Free Ebook: http://herdesignedlife.com/9-certified-ways-to-eat-healthy-that-you-need-to-know/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/herdesignedlifecoach/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/herdesignedlife/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/earnsavethrive Take the Side Hustle Quiz: http://bit.ly/2Pw3eNl Resources & Affiliate Links: Tailwind: http://bit.ly/34Ee33Z Audible Books: Get a free book and one month trial on us! Visit http://www.audibletrial.com/earnsavethrive to get started. Follow Tangia:  https://www.tangiarenee.com/ Insta: https://www.instagram.com/SkinYoureInPod/ https://www.instagram.com/hellogorgeousfitness/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/earnsavethrive/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/earnsavethrive/support

Episode 20: Certified Ways To Eat Healthy On A Budget

In this episode, I interview Personal Finance Writer Asia Martin who has written for major publishing companies like Forbes. Asia found the power of mentorship impactful in her career. She invested in formal and informal programs to help her level up in her knowledge and confidence. She says that she values family, mentorship, and equity and invests money and time into those values.  Make sure you take a listen to this powerful message.  Shownotes: http://herdesignedlife.com/the-power-of-mentorship-and-how-to-build-authority/ Follow me  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/herdesignedlifecoach/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/earnsavethrive Follow Asia on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AsiaJMartin --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/earnsavethrive/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/earnsavethrive/support

Episode 19: The Power of Mentorship and How to Build Authority

In this episode, I interview Kim, who owns and operates a personal finance blog called The Frugal Engineers. Kim didn't start out working freelance full time. In fact, she leveraged her professional experience as an engineer to network her way into high paying freelance projects. Not only did she pay off her mortgage early, but she and her husband are also on track to retire early. So how did she transition successfully into a freelance position while balancing motherhood, a full-time job, and a busy side hustle? Find out by listening to the latest episode. Shownotes: http://herdesignedlife.com/11-surprising-hacks-to-freelance-your-way-to-freedom/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/herdesignedlifecoach/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/earnsavethrive Follow Kim:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefrugalengineers/ Website: https://thefrugalengineers.com/about/ The following links are affiliate links in which I receive a commission, at no additional cost to you, all of my opinions are completely my own and help me keep my business running. For more information, please review my disclosure page.  Tailwind gives you the ability to schedule Pinterest pins and Instagram posts and direct people to your online business website or blog. Join through my special link to get a free month. http://bit.ly/2qDuyyw Otter.ai is a free online app that allows you to get transcriptions and text-based format of your audio. Use this link to get access to 1 month of premium service audio transcription.  http://bit.ly/2PhJtIU --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/earnsavethrive/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/earnsavethrive/support

Episode 18: Surprising Hacks to Freelance Your Way to Financial Freedom

In this episode, I interview Andre Albritton, founder of the Millenials Next Door - a personal finance coaching website and blog. Andre discusses the many strategies that he's used to create both passive and active income through side hustles. He talks about how he has seen both success and failure in his entrepreneurship journey. Quick gut check: you probably haven't heard of most of these side hustles.  Shownotes: www.herdesignedlife.com/ Follow me on social media: Instagram: @herdesignedlifecoach Facebook Group: Search for "Earn, Save, Thrive" Youtube: Search for Melody Johnson Pinterest: @herdesignedlife Twitter: @HerDesignedlife Work with me: http://herdesignedlife.com/work-with-me/ Connect with Andre: http://tmndfinance.com/ Instagram: @themillenialsnextdoor --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/earnsavethrive/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/earnsavethrive/support

Episode 17: Creative Ways to Make Money with Andre Albritton from the Millenials Next Door

In this episode, I interview Danielle Desir, a Travel Finance Strategist and Podcast host The Thought Card.  We explore how to prioritize travel as a solo woman on a budget to one of Danielle's favorite exotic locations: Reykjavik, Iceland. As a single black woman, Danielle discusses how she was able to afford traveling to this expensive destination on a budget while still maximizing on seeing gorgeous scenery like glaciers, waterfalls, and eating locally made ice-cream.  Shownotes: http://herdesignedlife.com/7-astonishing-ways-to-save-on-solo-travel-you-need-to-know/ Follow me on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/herdesignedlifecoach/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/earnsavethrive/ Youtube: http://bit.ly/2XFatmx Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/herdesignedlife/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/HerDesignedLife Work with me: http://herdesignedlife.com/work-with-me/ Learn more about Danielle Desir: https://thoughtcard.com/about-me/ Follow Danielle on Social Media https://www.instagram.com/thethoughtcard/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/earnsavethrive/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/earnsavethrive/support

Episode 16: Astonishing Ways to Save on Solo Travel with Danielle Desir

In this episode, I interview Lindsay Bryan-Podvin, a Licensed Financial Therapist in my home state of Michigan. We explore race, relationships, business, and how money plays into all of these things. As the owner of Mind Money Balance, Lindsay strives to help couples overcome the idea that money is a bad word.  Shownotes: http://herdesignedlife.org/how-to-reshape-your-money-mindset/ Follow me on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/herdesignedlifecoach/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/earnsavethrive/ Youtube: http://bit.ly/2XFatmx Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/herdesignedlife/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/HerDesignedLife Work with me: http://herdesignedlife.com/work-with-me/ Learn more about Lindsay: https://www.mindmoneybalance.com/ Follow Lindsay on Social Media  https://www.instagram.com/mindmoneybalance/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/earnsavethrive/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/earnsavethrive/support

Episode 15: How to Reshape Your Money Mindset as an Entrepreneur

In today's bonus episode, I share with you about the October Thrive Challenge for Entrepreneurs.  Each week I'll share some great tips on getting momentum in your online business.  Don't forget to join us for the weekly challenge in my Facebook group.  Mastermind members get extra tips and treats and training along the way.  Can't wait to see you all there.  Grab the free challenge calendar below: https://my.pcloud.com/publink/show?code=XZzo9RkZ1dEdBCFvi2jXak7QaYAiTm3UlzE7 Don't forget to join us for trainings on the facebook group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/personalbrandingforcoachesandcreatives/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/earnsavethrive/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/earnsavethrive/support

Episode 14: Bonus Episode - Why You Need to Automate Your Social Media - October Thrive Challenge for Entrepreneurs

Today, we're diving into the Profit First Method, a way to navigate your business finances.  In this episode, I interview Kristen Ricupero, a Profit First coach. Kristen helps small business owners prioritize paying themselves and also create a profit in their business. Kristen paid off over $18k in debt and cash flowed a wedding and began to coach clients on her own. She then realized that the Profit First Method was much like Dave Ramsey's envelope method, taking each category of expenses into account when creating a budget.  Listen in on this latest episode about applying the Profit First Method to your business. Shownotes: http://herdesignedlife.org/how-to-rock-your-finances-as-a-girl-boss/ Follow me on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/herdesignedlifecoach/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/earnsavethrive/ Youtube: http://bit.ly/2XFatmx Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/herdesignedlife/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/HerDesignedLife Work with me: http://herdesignedlife.com/work-with-me/ Learn more about Kristen Ricupero:  https://financialfitnesscoaching.com/ Check out Kristen's page on Facebook: https://www.latest.facebook.com/financialfitnesscoach18/ Profit First Book:  https://amzn.to/2lUnvQe * Affiliate Link --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/earnsavethrive/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/earnsavethrive/support

Episode 13: How to Rock Your Finances as a Girl Boss

Have you ever heard about student loan forgiveness programs? I did, and because of the complexity of qualifications, I gave up on student loan forgiveness. But that's before I learned about Carl. Carl is a specialist when it comes to paying off student loan debt based on government based student loan forgiveness programs. In fact, in a case study, he helped a client decrease her payment of $1,500 a month to only $34. Sound fishy to you? I was skeptical at first, but then I learned about how Carl qualifies his clients and it turns out I had a lot to learn.  Listen in on this latest episode about student loan forgiveness.  Shownotes: http://herdesignedlife.com/how-to-qualify-for-student-loan-forgiveness-programs/ Follow me on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/herdesignedlifecoach/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/earnsavethrive/ Youtube: http://bit.ly/2XFatmx Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/herdesignedlife/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/HerDesignedLife Work with me: http://herdesignedlife.com/work-with-me/ Connect with Carl: https://collegeloanangel.com/ Learn more about student loans: https://studentloans.gov/myDirectLoan/index.action --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/earnsavethrive/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/earnsavethrive/support

Episode 12: Are Student Loan Forgiveness Programs a Scam? - My Interview with the College Loan Angel

In this episode, I interview Ray Calloway the owner and podcast host of Blk Girl Daily. Ray is a full time social media influencer, podcast host, social media strategist and podcast editor. She grew her Instagram organically from 1k to over 12k in less than a year. We'll be talking about her strategies behind building an engaging following, pursuing your passion, and digital entrepreneurship.  **This post may contain affiliate links** Grab your free Money Mindset Journal: http://bit.ly/2NraMQr Follow me here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/herdesignedlifecoach/   Twitter: https://twitter.com/HerDesignedLife Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/herdesignedlife Youtube: http://bit.ly/2XFatmx Resources: Customizeable Personal Branding Guide; http://herdesignedlife.org/product/canvabrandingguide/ Work with me: http://herdesignedlife.org/services/ Free Money Master's Challenge: http://bit.ly/2FoncFw   Debt Free Payoff Planner Template: http://herdesignedlife.org/product/debtpayoffplanner/  Free Debt Payoff & Business Community Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/earnsavethrive/   Free Branding Community Group :https://www.facebook.com/groups/personalbrandingforcoachesandcreatives/ Referenced Tools: Planoly PicMonkey Unfold Canva Follow Ray:  BlkGirlDaily Instagram: https://instagram.com/blkgirldaily/ Ray Calloway Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raycalloway__/ BlkGirlDaily Website: https://blkgirldaily.com/ Business Strategy Website: https://raycalloway.com/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/earnsavethrive/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/earnsavethrive/support

Episode 11: How to Grow an Engaging Following on Instagram with Ray Calloway

In this episode, I discuss how to overcome imposter syndrome. This episode was recorded live from FinCon 2019, a financial conference which was held in Washington DC. A special thanks to NEFE, the National Endowment for Financial Education, for sponsoring live podcasting at the event.  Grab your free Money Mindset Journal: http://bit.ly/2NraMQr Follow me here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/herdesignedlifecoach/   Twitter: https://twitter.com/HerDesignedLife Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/herdesignedlife Customizeable Personal Branding Guide; http://herdesignedlife.org/product/canvabrandingguide/ Work with me: http://herdesignedlife.org/services/ Free Money Master's Challenge: http://bit.ly/2FoncFw   Debt Free Payoff Planner Template: http://herdesignedlife.org/product/debtpayoffplanner/  Free Debt Payoff & Business Community Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/earnsavethrive/   Free Branding Community Group :https://www.facebook.com/groups/personalbrandingforcoachesandcreatives/   Sponsorships: off for this episode --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/earnsavethrive/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/earnsavethrive/support

Episode 010: How to Overcome Imposter Syndrome

Dr. Carey Yazeed is a business strategist, coach, and author. Her work has been featured in Forbes, Bustle, Huffington Post, and Essence. Her book Lipstick, Heels, and Hustle empower women to build their business through overcoming doubt and insecurity and charging what they're worth. Join me for an impactful episode with this powerhouse business expert! Turn Your Side Hustle into a Profitable Business with my FREE Customer Roadmap Blueprint: https://www.subscribepage.com/customerroadmapblueprint  Show Notes: http://herdesignedlife.org/2019/08/30/pricing-to-profit-with-dr-carey-yazeed/ Follow Dr. Carey Yazeed here: Dr. Carey Yazeed Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcareyyazeed/ Beauty, Brains, and Business Podcast: https://directory.libsyn.com/shows/view/id/beautybrainsandbusiness Lipstick Heels, and Hustle Book: https://amzn.to/2NEQjrm Beauty, Brains, and Business Network: https://www.thebeautybrainsandbusiness.com/membership-sign-up Follow me here: Customizeable Personal Branding Guide; http://herdesignedlife.org/product/canvabrandingguide/ Work with me: http://herdesignedlife.org/services/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/herdesignedlifecoach/   Free Money Master's Challenge: http://bit.ly/2FoncFw   Debt Free Payoff Planner Template: http://herdesignedlife.org/product/debtpayoffplanner/  Free Debt Payoff & Business Community Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/earnsavethrive/   Free Branding Community Group :https://www.facebook.com/groups/personalbrandingforcoachesandcreatives/   Twitter: https://twitter.com/HerDesignedLife --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/earnsavethrive/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/earnsavethrive/support

Episode 009: Pricing to Profit with Dr. Carey Yazeed

You were meant to thrive. How do you create a life you love while balancing work, family, and business? It starts with your relationship with money. The Earn, Save, Thrive podcast explores how to make a mental shift from surviving to thriving through money chats and business conversations. Melody Johnson interviews aspiring entrepreneurs and women in business. Tune in every Friday for a new episode. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/earnsavethrive/support

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