In this episode of Everyone’s Talkin’ Money, we’re diving into the real talk on how to actually hit that million-dollar mark with Tess Waresmith, who did it herself—and she’s here to spill all the secrets. Tess explains how shifting your money mindset can fast-track your wealth, why index funds are your best friend, and how compound interest can make your cash work harder than you ever could. Plus, she’ll school you on cash flow management, using tax-advantaged accounts like IRAs and 401ks to your advantage, and why hitting your first $100K is the real game-changer. Get ready to hear about the investing mistakes you want to avoid and the strategies that actually work so you can stop chasing trends and start building wealth your way. This is the no-BS guide to creating financial independence—if you’re ready to take actionable steps and level up, this episode is for you! LINKS Free mini-course - Journey to Financial Independence - includes cash flow analysis sheet, compound interest calculator, and more! Compound Interest Calculator Tess's instagram - @wealthwithtess CONNECT WITH SHANNAH FREEBIE: Show Me the Money Workshop  FREEBIE: She’s Got Wealth Workshop Looking for Money Coaching? Book a complimentary 20-minute call with Shannah to learn more https://savvycal.com/everyonestalkinmoney/comp  Healthy Wealth Program for Women https://etmpod.link/healthywealth   Follow me on Instagram SPONSORS Thanks to Money Picked for sponsoring the show. To schedule a FREE meeting to figure out your next financial steps, go to http://www.moneypickle.com/etm.  Thanks to ASPCA for sponsoring the show. To explore coverage, visit ASPCApetinsurance.com/ETM. Thanks to Mint Mobile for sponsoring the show. To get your new 3-month premium wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, go to http://www.mintmobile.com/ETM . Thanks to Notion for sponsoring the show. Notion is my go-to tool for managing notes, to-do lists, and action items. You can try Notion for free at Notion.com/ETM. Thanks to OneSkin for sponsoring the show. Get 15% off OneSkin with the code ETM at https://www.oneskin.co/  Thanks to Quince for sponsoring the show. Go to http://www.quince.com/etm for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.  Thanks to NerdWallet for sponsoring the show. Don’t wait to make smart financial decisions. Compare and find smarter credit cards, savings accounts, and more today at www.nerdwallet.com. Thanks to Monarch for sponsoring the show. ​​After trying out Monarch for myself, I understand why it’s the top-rated personal finance app. Listeners of this show will get an extended thirty-day free trial when you go to www.monarchmoney.com/ETM.  Thanks to EarnIn for sponsoring the show. Just download the EarnIn app in Google Play of the Apple App store and use code Talkin Money under Podcast. Thanks to Noom for sponsoring the show. Start taking control of your weight management and join the millions who have lost weight with Noom. Sign up for your TRIAL today at www.noom.com.   Thanks to ButcherBox for sponsoring the show. Sign up today at www.butcherbox.com/etm and use code ETM to get $20 off your first order. Thanks to DelelteMe for sponsoring the show. Today get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to www.JoinDeleteMe.com/ETM and use promo code ETM at checkout.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices