Episodes
In this episode, Michela shares 3 ways she has shifted her approach to personal finance throughout her twenties. From taking a really restrictive approach to her money and career to completely transforming how she spends, saves, and works, this episodes goes deep into how you can re-shape the way you think about money as you move through the defining years of your twenties and beyond. ORDER OWN YOUR MONEY! https://amzn.to/3Z97Qtd GET A FREE BUDGET TEMPLATE: https://bit.ly/3ZsXCDQ...
Published 11/22/23
In this episode Michela breaks down the benefits of having a financial plan and the 4 step framework you can follow to create one before 2024. Plus, she shares WHY spending the time ahead of the new year to do this is so important. She also provides an update on the new features you can expect within the Personal Finance Dashboard 5.0. ORDER OWN YOUR MONEY! https://amzn.to/3Z97Qtd GET A FREE BUDGET TEMPLATE: https://bit.ly/3ZsXCDQ www.breakyourbudget.com/book ClassPass Referral:...
Published 11/15/23
In this episode Michela sat down with Eddiana Rosen of @careersinreview! Eddiana is an Employee Relations Specialist with 10 years of experience and she shares her guidance on navigating the competitive job market, standing out during the application process, how to update your resume for success, communicating with recruiters, using LinkedIn during the job search process and so much more! This is an amazing episode if you are feeling stuck at work, thinking about finding a new job, or just...
Published 11/08/23
This week Michela shares a life update and then deep dives on financial routines. The benefits of a financial routine plus how to work through a weekly money routine and a monthly money routine. If you struggle to budget, to stick to a budget, or with overspending, then you'll benefit A LOT from a financial routine! ORDER OWN YOUR MONEY! https://amzn.to/3Z97Qtd GET A FREE BUDGET TEMPLATE: https://bit.ly/3ZsXCDQ www.breakyourbudget.com/book ClassPass Referral:...
Published 11/01/23
On this episode Michela shares some of the most important lessons she has learned in her career, from not equating your identity with your job to setting boundaries at work. She also shares three important boundaries you can implement to create LIFE-WORK balance and get the most out of your free time! ORDER OWN YOUR MONEY! https://amzn.to/3Z97Qtd GET A FREE BUDGET TEMPLATE: https://bit.ly/3ZsXCDQ www.breakyourbudget.com/book ClassPass Referral:...
Published 10/25/23
In this episode Michela shares a few of her personal finance hot takes as well as her opinions on the hot takes you submitted! ORDER OWN YOUR MONEY! https://amzn.to/3Z97Qtd GET A FREE BUDGET TEMPLATE: https://bit.ly/3ZsXCDQ www.breakyourbudget.com/book ClassPass Referral: https://classpass.com/refer/VFFN4T311 LTK for Capsule Wardrobe Finds: https://www.shopltk.com/explore/Breakyourbudget DIGITAL PLANNER: https://bit.ly/3yXbVW7 Increase Your Income Masterclass:...
Published 10/18/23
This week Michela shares 3 tactical tips to prepare for the season of spending in November and December. If you're feeling overwhelmed about giving gifts and being able to afford the holidays this year, you'll walk away from this episode with tactical strategies to feel more confident going into the holidays! ORDER OWN YOUR MONEY! https://amzn.to/3Z97Qtd GET A FREE BUDGET TEMPLATE: https://bit.ly/3ZsXCDQ www.breakyourbudget.com/book RAKUTEN:...
Published 10/11/23
This week Michela sat down with Grace Lemire to talk all things navigating your career post-grad and starting a full-time freelancing business! Grace shares her journey from thinking she wanted to pursue a career in law, to pivoting into freelance work and staying true to herself and what she truly wants out of life and work. If you’re feeling lost in your career or are looking to start a freelancing business, you’re going to want to give this a listen! FIND GRACE:  Instagram:...
Published 10/04/23
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Published 09/20/23
In this episode, Michela had a very candid conversation with David E. Linton, Author of Crushed: How Student Debt Has Impaired a Generation and What to Do About It. We talk about: -Why college has become so expensive -Misaligned incentives between universities and students that have led to rising costs -Student debt policies that can actually make a difference and what to look for in the next election & so much more! ORDER OWN YOUR MONEY! https://amzn.to/3Z97Qtd GET A FREE...
Published 09/13/23
In this episode, Michela shares some updates on her podcast break and what to expect from Don't Depend on Daddy going forward! Then, she discusses the top takeaways from each chapter of Own Your Money and how to implement these lessons into your life. ORDER OWN YOUR MONEY! https://amzn.to/3Z97Qtd GET A FREE BUDGET TEMPLATE: https://bit.ly/3ZsXCDQ www.breakyourbudget.com/book DIGITAL PLANNER: https://bit.ly/3yXbVW7 Increase Your Income Masterclass: https://bit.ly/3JXjUt9...
Published 09/06/23
In this episode, Michela shares the most important lessons she learned while working corporate, as well as 10 listener lessons. Learn about workplace confidence, owning your relationship with your manager, boundaries and more! ORDER OWN YOUR MONEY! https://amzn.to/3Z97Qtd GET A FREE BUDGET TEMPLATE: https://bit.ly/3ZsXCDQ www.breakyourbudget.com/book DIGITAL PLANNER: https://bit.ly/3yXbVW7 Increase Your Income Masterclass: https://bit.ly/3JXjUt9 Personal Finance Starter Kit:...
Published 07/25/23
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Published 07/19/23
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Published 07/12/23
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Published 07/05/23
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Published 06/28/23
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Published 06/20/23
On this episode of Don't Depend on Daddy The Podcast, Michela shares her expertise on how to reset your finances mid-year. Learn how to take a financial snapshot, review your goals, reflect on your progress, and create a plan for the rest of the year. Plus, get insights from her new book, Own Your Money, and leave a review if you enjoy the show. PREORDER MY BOOK!!!!!! https://amzn.to/3Z97Qtd wwwbreakyourbudget.com/book FREE BUDGET TEMPLATE: https://www.quarto.com/campaign/own-y... Book...
Published 06/14/23
Thanks for Listening! PREORDER MY BOOK!!!!!! https://amzn.to/3Z97Qtd wwwbreakyourbudget.com/book FREE BUDGET TEMPLATE: https://www.quarto.com/campaign/own-y... Book Club Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3vzZzSh Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/break-your-budget6364268/ RESOURCES: Own Your Career Template: https://bit.ly/3XZb82l 4-Week Financial Plan: https://bit.ly/3H3jT5t Personal Finance Dashboard: https://bit.ly/3ViM706 Be Your Own Boss Template:...
Published 06/07/23
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Published 05/31/23
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Published 05/24/23
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Published 05/17/23
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Published 05/10/23
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Published 05/03/23
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Published 04/26/23