Snag Our Simplified Budget System!

Hey Budget Besties! 👋 We’re bringing you one of our all-time favorite chats with the amazing Kali Brigam from the Tick Talk podcast. This episode is packed with juicy financial insights on how to finally get a handle on your money without giving up life’s little pleasures (yes, you can keep your pumpkin spice lattes!). Whether you’re tired of living paycheck to paycheck or you’re ready to crush debt and set big financial goals, this conversation is for you.

We are breaking down our go-to strategies for mastering your finances:

• Budget First Steps: Start by grabbing your bank and credit card statements from the last 90 days, grab some highlighters, and start tracking where your money is actually going. Spoiler alert: You’ll probably be shocked at your restaurant spending 😬 but that’s okay—we’ve all been there.
• Building a Simple System: We explain how to set up separate accounts for bills and spending so you always know where your money is going without the stress. Imagine a world where you're not surprised by your bills each month, and you've got money tucked away for that emergency flat tire! 🙌
• Zero-Based Budgeting: Find out how to plan your paycheck down to zero on purpose. We’re all about telling your money where to go instead of wondering where it went.
• Make It Fun: Budgeting doesn’t have to be boring! Set a budget date night with your spouse (beers and spreadsheets anyone?), or even make it a solo event with chocolate and good tunes.

🎙 Kali’s takeaway: Budgeting is about freedom, not restriction. It allows you to spend confidently, save for the future, and live generously without stressing over every penny.

4 Ways To Connect With Us:

1️⃣ FREE CALL: Book your FREE 20-Minute Financial Coaching Call now! Get personalized advice and start your financial journey ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/freecall

2️⃣ FACEBOOK: Become part of our Supportive Facebook Group. Connect, share, and learn with others mastering their budget skills ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/facebook

3️⃣ BUDGET: Grab our Signature Budget Template! It's your key to organizing and optimizing your finances effectively ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/budget

4️⃣ COACHING: Ready to dive deep into your finances? Sign up for 1-on-1 or Group Financial Coaching. It’s the accountability and guidance you need to make real progress ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/coaching

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Snag Our Simplified Budget System!

Hey Budget Besties! 💸 Let’s get real—most people think the problem with budgeting is them. But we’re here to tell you that it’s not YOU—it’s the budget! In this episode, we break down why so many traditional budgets fail and why you need a system, not just another budget. 🚫📊

They share their journey from using rigid budget templates that didn’t work (we see you, Dave!) to creating a simple, one-page, intuitive budget system that actually works. 🙌 With five clear categories—Income, Debt, Bills, Spending, and Savings—this system helps you easily see where your money is going and how to stay on top of it.

We’re ditching complicated jargon (what even are "fixed and variable expenses"? 😵‍💫) for a straightforward approach that makes it simple to manage your money. And the best part? This system isn’t just a one-time thing—it runs automatically, so you can finally stop tracking every dollar and start living without money stress!

Key Takeaways:

• It’s Not About the Budget: It’s about creating a system that works for you. Most budgets out there are complicated and don’t help you know what to do with your money.

• One-Page Simplicity: Our budget system is all on one page with five intuitive categories—Income, Debt, Bills, Spending, and Savings—so you can see everything at a glance.

• Automatic Transfers are Life: Set up your spending and savings accounts so that they fund automatically each payday. This makes budgeting stress-free and keeps you on track without constant effort.

• Savings Buckets = Peace of Mind: Stop being surprised by "unexpected" expenses like Christmas, car repairs, or your HOA dues. Start planning ahead with savings buckets that make big expenses feel small.

Stop Tracking, Start Living: Most budget tools just help you track your spending after it happens. We’re all about setting up a system that keeps you proactive, not reactive.

4 Ways To Connect With Us:

1️⃣ FREE CALL: Book your FREE 20-Minute Financial Coaching Call now! Get personalized advice and start your financial journey ➡︎ ⁠https://www.budgetbesties.com/freecall⁠

2️⃣ FACEBOOK: Become part of our Supportive Facebook Group. Connect, share, and learn with others mastering their budget skills ➡︎ ⁠https://www.budgetbesties.com/facebook⁠

3️⃣ BUDGET: Grab our Signature Budget Template! It's your key to organizing and optimizing your finances effectively ➡︎ ⁠https://budgetbesties.com/budget⁠

4️⃣ COACHING: Ready to dive deep into your finances? Sign up for 1-on-1 or Group Financial Coaching. It’s the accountability and guidance you need to make real progress ➡︎ ⁠https://budgetbesties.com/coaching⁠

"I love Shana & Vanessa and this podcast is amazing!" < If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing our show! It helps us to reach more people – just like you – to help them change their financial future. Don’t forget to follow the show so you don’t miss any episodes! And, if you’re feeling really generous, we’d be SO honored if you would share this podcast with someone.

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Snag Our Simplified Budget System!

Budgeting doesn’t have to feel like a bad B-word! In this episode, Shana and Vanessa break down why budgets are actually freeing—not restricting. Whether you feel like you’re living paycheck to paycheck or just want more clarity, this episode will help you shift your mindset and find joy in managing your money. The goal? Let your budget give you permission to spend without guilt!

What You’ll Learn:

• Why budgeting is empowering, not limiting.
• How to give every dollar a job so you can see exactly what your money is doing.
• The freedom that comes from knowing where your money goes—and why not knowing is what actually feels restrictive.
• Real-life examples of sticking to a budget while still enjoying life, including stories from Shana's teenage son and how he’s mastering his first budget.
• The impact of automating your finances to reduce stress and free up your time.
• How to check yourself when lifestyle creep kicks in and learn to be content with what you have.

• Why seeing your budget as a tool for clarity leads to long-term financial success and confidence.

  4 Ways To Connect With Us:

  1️⃣ FREE CALL: Book your FREE 20-Minute Financial Coaching Call now! Get personalized advice and start your financial journey ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/freecall

  2️⃣ FACEBOOK: Become part of our Supportive Facebook Group. Connect, share, and learn with others mastering their budget skills ➡︎ https://www.budgetbesties.com/facebook

  3️⃣ BUDGET: Grab our Signature Budget Template! It's your key to organizing and optimizing your finances effectively ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/budget

  4️⃣ COACHING: Ready to dive deep into your finances? Sign up for 1-on-1 or Group Financial Coaching. It’s the accountability and guidance you need to make real progress ➡︎ https://budgetbesties.com/coaching

  "I love Shana & Vanessa and this podcast is amazing!" < If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing our show! It helps us to reach more people – just like you – to help them change their financial future. Don’t forget to follow the show so you don’t miss any episodes! And, if you’re feeling really generous, we’d be SO honored if you would share this podcast with someone.

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