Money Talk Weekly
A weekly email for high earners who want to better manage their money without sacrificing their lifestyle. Each Thursday, we’ll dive into real-world topics like income planning, savings strategies, debt management, life insurance, and more. All topics are designed to help you take control and feel confident about your financial decisions. Short. Strategic. Always worth reading!
Why Knowing Your True Spending Number Changes Everything
You can’t create a financial plan around guesses—and yet that’s what most people do every month.
They guess their bills. They guess their food spending. They guess how much they’ll save.
Let’s stop guessing.
Your True Spending Number is what it really costs to maintain your current life. That inc...
Aug 07, 2025
budget planning
financial clarity
income vs expenses
spending patterns
true spending number
3 Money Habits That Keep High Earners in Survival Mode
Earning more doesn’t mean managing more.
I’ve seen clients with $90K, $150K—even $200K incomes who still feel like they’re one wrong move away from chaos.
And no, it’s not a spending problem. It’s usually a habit problem.
Let’s break down a few habits that feel responsible, but quietly keep you s...
Jul 31, 2025
financial routines
high earners
money habits
paycheck to paycheck
survival mode
The Real Reason Your Budget Isn’t Working
You build a budget. You break it. You blame yourself.Sound familiar?
You’re not the problem. Most budgets fail because they’re built for perfect behavior—not real life.
Let’s talk about it.
I see it all the time: a high earner builds a budget in a spreadsheet or app, it looks solid for a few days...
Jul 30, 2025
budget reset
budgeting basics
clarity foundation
financial habits
spending awareness