What if your relationship with money isn't just about numbers, but about freedom from shame and finding your own sense of worth? Billie Sinclair, a credit and financial counselor with over 25 years of experience, reveals how consumerism has trapped many of us in cycles of debt by convincing us our value is tied to our possessions.
Having stumbled into the financial world at just 19 years old, Billie brings a unique perspective that bridges sophisticated financial knowledge with practical everyday advice. She describes how her early exposure to Merrill Lynch gave her confidence around money that many women lack, allowing her to demystify financial concepts for those who feel intimidated by "the big mumbo jumbo of acronyms."
The conversation takes a fascinating turn when Billie shares her personal story of discovering LegalShield after her brother's death left her navigating complex legal waters without guidance. This experience opened her eyes to how inaccessible legal help is for most people—especially women business owners who need contract protection but can't afford traditional $300/hour lawyer fees.
Perhaps most transformative is Billie's approach to budgeting, which she reframes entirely as "spending plans"—a subtle but powerful shift that transforms restriction into ownership. "Budget feels like lack," she explains, "but a spending plan sounds like power." This approach acknowledges our individual priorities (whether that's doggy daycare or retirement savings) while encouraging intentional choices rather than shame-based restriction.
Ready to rethink your relationship with money and find genuine financial empowerment? Listen now to discover practical strategies for breaking free from consumerism, protecting yourself legally without breaking the bank, and setting goals without needing to know the exact path forward.
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Who Is Julie Fairhurst?
Speaker • Author • Business Strategist • Founder of Women Like Me
Julie Fairhurst is a force of nature disguised as a woman with a pen and a business brain built for impact. As the founder of the Women Like Me Book Program, she has opened the door for women around the world to share their truth, heal their past, and rise into their power. Since 2019, she has published more than 30 books and over 350 true-life stories — without charging a single writer a dime! Why? Because women’s stories deserve daylight, not gatekeeping.
With 34 years in sales, marketing, and successful business leadership, Julie knows how to turn storytelling into influence and influence into income.
Her mission is clear and unapologetic: break generational trauma one story at a time and help women elevate both emotionally and financially. She doesn’t just publish books, she builds brands, confidence, and possibility, giving women the tools to rewrite their futures, grow their businesses, and lift their families with them.
