podcast
details
.com
Print
Share
Look for any podcast host, guest or anyone
Search
Showing episodes and shows of
Brooke Benson
Shows
Not Starving Artists
Unlock Abundance: the 10 Money Affirmations that will make you richer in 2025 [WEEK 3 of 10]
Welcome to Unlock Abundance: the Money Affirmations that will make you richer in 2025, a weekly audio experience to rewire your brain for wealth, one powerful affirmation at a time. ✨ This week’s affirmation: ”Every dollar I spend circulates and comes back to me multiplied.” ✨ If you’ve ever said affirmations in the mirror, repeated mantras from Pinterest, or written money goals that still haven’t shifted your income, this is for you. This isn’t your average “repeat after me” kind of series. Each week, we dive deep into one money affirmation an...
2025-05-09
42 min
Not Starving Artists
Unlock Abundance: the 10 Money Affirmations that will make you richer in 2025 [WEEK 2 of 10]
Welcome to Unlock Abundance: the 10 Money Affirmations that will make you richer in 2025, a weekly audio experience to rewire your brain for wealth, one powerful affirmation at a time. ✨ This week’s affirmation: “Making more money is easy and enjoyable.” ✨ If you’ve ever said affirmations in the mirror, repeated mantras from Pinterest, or written money goals that still haven’t shifted your income, this is for you. This isn’t your average “repeat after me” kind of series. Each week, we dive deep into one money affirmation and unpack...
2025-05-02
40 min
Not Starving Artists
Unlock Abundance: the 10 Money Affirmations that will make you richer in 2025 [WEEK 1 of 10]
Welcome to Unlock Abundance: the Money Affirmations that will make you richer in 2025, a weekly audio experience to rewire your brain for wealth, one powerful affirmation at a time. If you’ve ever said affirmations in the mirror, repeated mantras from Pinterest, or written money goals that still haven’t shifted your income, this is for you. This isn’t your average “repeat after me” kind of series. Each week, we dive deep into one money affirmation and unpack the mindset blocks, conditioning, and subconscious resistance that keep it from actually working.
2025-04-25
27 min
Not Starving Artists
Why Talking About Money Feels Cringe (and How to Get Over It)
Ever feel weird, awkward, or low-key embarrassed bringing up money? You're not alone. In this episode, we’re busting through that discomfort so you can start having confident money conversations without the cringe. We’re talking about the psychology behind our money hangups, where that “don’t ask, don’t disrupt the vibe” energy comes from, and how to rewire it so you can take ownership of your financial life, even in the most casual settings. 💸 In this episode, we cover: Why hyper-awareness and social media make talking about money feel risky How to...
2025-04-18
57 min
Not Starving Artists
The 3-step diagnostic test to solve your biggest money problem
Feeling stressed about money? You’re not alone. Financial anxiety often comes from confusion—about investing, income, spending, or simply not knowing where your money is going. The good news? The antidote to anxiety is action. In this episode, we’re diving into the 3-step diagnostic test to pinpoint your biggest money problem and solve it, fast. 🔍 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why most financial anxiety comes from lack of clarity The exact order to test your finances and identify leaks How to determine if your biggest issue is organization, spending, or income Why m...
2025-04-11
47 min
Not Starving Artists
The dark side of girl math (and how to actually spend without guilt)
"Girl math" is everywhere—justifying spending decisions to make them feel logical. A cash Venmo balance feels like free money, expensive bags are technically free with enough use, and pre-paid vacations mean you can shop guilt-free… right? While it’s all fun and memes, there’s a darker side to girl math that reinforces harmful financial habits. In this episode, we break down the behavioral psychology behind girl math, why it’s gendered, and how to actually spend guilt-free without tricking yourself. If you’ve ever rationalized a splurge, this one’s for you! 🎧...
2025-04-04
37 min
Not Starving Artists
How to Avoid the Overspending Trap of “Buy Now, Pay Later” Programs
Let’s be real- BNPL (Buy Now, Pay Later) is just debt with better PR. Klarna, Afterpay, and Affirm are making it easier than ever to spend money you don’t have, all while claiming they’re helping you. But who’s really benefiting here? (Spoiler: it’s not you.) In this episode, we’re digging into: 💰 BNPL’s shady history—how installment plans started in the 1800s, got turbocharged in the 1920s, and literally helped crash the economy. 📉 The illusion of “flexibility”—why people think BNPL is different from credit cards (it’s not...
2025-03-28
1h 00
Not Starving Artists
The 4 things T-Pain can teach us about Financial Responsibility
What can T-Pain teach us about financial responsibility? In this episode, we look at how T-Pain's financial decisions can teach us valuable lessons about managing money, covering everything from smart spending habits to long-term wealth building, no matter where you are in your financial journey. Here are the 4 money lessons we will cover: Making smart spending choices (even when you’re rich) Ignoring outside perceptions and doing what works for you Always considering the ROI (return on investment) Playing the long game with your finances & career If you’ve ever won...
2025-03-21
58 min
Not Starving Artists
How to discuss finances with your significant other without fighting (aka how to have healthy money conversations)
On the heels of the Love is Blind season 8 reunion, let’s talk about how to communicate about finances in a partnership! Money is one of the biggest reasons for divorce and breakups of long term couples, and that’s because most people don’t know how to have healthy, productive conversations about finances. This episode is here to help you with that! Tune in to hear: The single biggest factor to being able to talk about money with a partner How to decide your financial dealbreakers Practical tips to have mo...
2025-03-14
55 min
Not Starving Artists
Do you need to doomsday prep with your money? How to stay financially calm in 2025
I'm here to be your financial flight attendant during these turbulent times. In an era of economic uncertainty, rising inflation, and financial fear-mongering, it’s easy to fall into a scarcity mindset. But is financial doomsday prepping the answer? In this episode, we dive into the realities of financial fears in 2025, smart strategies to recession-proof your money, and how to cultivate financial calmness despite market fluctuations. If you’ve been feeling stressed about the economy, your investments, or just keeping up with expenses, this episode is for you. Tune in for actionable tips that will help...
2025-03-07
40 min
Not Starving Artists
Why getting 3 months ahead on bills needs to be your first money goal
Join the Cashed Up Creatives Self-Study Course! [click here to learn more] If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Want to learn more about 1:1 coaching? Click HERE to book a sales call Follow Brooke on Instagram @notstarvingartists & subscribe to the newsletter here!
2025-02-28
38 min
Not Starving Artists
How to feel like you’re spending more while you’re actually spending less
What if you could feel richer without spending more? In this episode, we reveal how to create a joyful, abundant life while keeping your finances in check. We explore why restrictive financial rules often backfire, leaving you feeling deprived. Instead, we advocate for the messy, meaningful work of engaging with your money daily and building a system that frees you from constant decision fatigue. Shift your money mindset, build a system that works for you, and learn how to feel wealthier without spending more. If you loved thi...
2025-02-21
45 min
Not Starving Artists
A year without buying clothes and re-defining what it means to be a creative with Harriet Hadfield
Welcoming back Harriet to the podcast! She is a writer, outfit repeater, and makeup artist, as well as a dear friend of mine - I am so excited to share this conversation with you this week. In this episode we discuss: ✨ 365 day no buy challenge (that she’s 2 weeks away from completing!) ✨ How spending less money can feel more abundant ✨ The starving artist financial trauma response ✨ How to be more creative without spending more money ✨ Our personal journeys as artists over there past year (wins, struggles, an...
2025-02-14
1h 19
Not Starving Artists
How to diagnose your biggest money leak and solve it
Feeling stuck with your finances? Before jumping straight into a budget or trying to earn more, it’s crucial to diagnose the real issue. In this episode, we break down the four biggest money leaks and help you pinpoint where your finances might be bleeding. Think of it like diagnosing a broken leg versus low potassium—address the urgent problem first before moving on to future goals. Tune in to hear about the Four Money Leaks: 💰 ORGANIZATION How this can clear confusion and reveals your true financial situation Why your bank acc...
2025-02-07
48 min
Not Starving Artists
How to embody abundance without spending all of your money
Are you ready to embody abundance without draining your bank account?\ In this episode, we explore how to shift your mindset and make empowered financial decisions while staying in an abundant energy. Discover why true abundance isn’t about ignoring your financial reality but transforming how you think about money. Tune in to hear how to: Reframe thoughts around savings to spark inspired financial action. Recognize why saying “I don’t need this right now” can be a powerful act of abundance. Avoid scarcity-driven urgency and make mindful spending choices. Use visualization technique...
2025-01-31
33 min
Not Starving Artists
How to not feel shame if you are spending your savings or using a line of credit right now
In this episode, we dive into the emotional and practical challenges of navigating a season of spending—a time when you’re utilizing savings, investments, or even taking on debt to support yourself through a transition, crisis, or life change. Whether you’re between jobs, managing unexpected expenses, or reevaluating your life path, it’s essential to release the shame and guilt that often accompany these financial situations. Learn how to shift your mindset around spending, stay present with your finances, and avoid the harmful patterns of blackout spending or negative self-talk...
2025-01-24
38 min
Not Starving Artists
Financial self-care during times of crisis
In this episode, we dive into the essential topic of financial self-care during times of crisis, transition, and uncertainty. Whether you're navigating world crises like the LA fires, personal challenges such as job loss or emotional stress, or major life transitions, your money can be a powerful ally in supporting your well-being. Tune in to hear: The concept of money seasons (saving, spending, and sustaining) and how to embrace them with compassion -> here's the full podcast episode on money seasons Why your “emergency fund” needs a rebrand Practical ways to use money for self...
2025-01-17
36 min
Not Starving Artists
New Year’s Resolutions That Actually Help You Hit Your Money Goals in 2025
It’s New Year’s resolution season, but how can you set financial goals that actually stick? In this episode, we explore habits, routines, and strategies that help you achieve long-term financial success without relying solely on overly ambitious plans. Whether you’re trying to save more, spend smarter, or simply feel better about money, this episode is packed with actionable tips to transform your mindset and habits for the better. Tune in to hear: Why most financial plans fail and how to avoid the "Quitter's Day" trap. The importance of focus...
2025-01-10
34 min
Not Starving Artists
[INSIDE 1:1 COACHING] what to do when spending money on yourself feels wasteful + how much to save in your emergency fund
Welcome to my new podcast series, INSIDE 1:1 COACHING, where I’m giving you an inside look on what a private money coaching call is actually like, and show you how much can shift for you from just one single coaching session. These episodes are real 1:1 coaching calls, some with current/past clients and some are people I’ve never coached before (everyone has given permission for these calls to be shared with you here). 1:1 coaching is for creatives, business owners, and those of you whose brains have a hard time following traditi...
2025-01-03
29 min
Not Starving Artists
The only 3 numbers you need to track for your financial wellness
In this episode, we dive into financial tracking in a way that's simple, empowering, and sustainable. Forget the overwhelming spreadsheets or the guilt-inducing apps. We're focusing on just three numbers to help you build a healthy relationship with money and achieve your financial goals—whether that’s financial independence, creative freedom, or a stress-free bank account. What You'll Learn: Why tracking every detail can lead to obsession or avoidance. How to develop a balanced, intuitive relationship with your finances. The only 3 numbers you need to track for financial wellness (FIRM Expenses, FLEX Expenses, + Profit)
2024-12-27
34 min
Not Starving Artists
[INSIDE 1:1 COACHING] How to take a creative project from idea to money-making success (and ditching perfectionism)
Welcome to my new podcast series, INSIDE 1:1 COACHING, where I’m giving you an inside look on what a private money coaching call is actually like, and show you how much can shift for you from just one single coaching session. These episodes are real 1:1 coaching calls, some with current/past clients and some are people I’ve never coached before (everyone has given permission for these calls to be shared with you here). 1:1 coaching is for creatives, business owners, and those of you whose brains have a hard time following traditi...
2024-12-20
31 min
Not Starving Artists
How to make an extra $500 this month (or increase your income if you’ve hit a plateau)
In this episode, we dive deep into the topic of making more money—regardless of your current income level. We explore the mindset shifts, actionable strategies, and personal experiences that can help you increase your income while building long-term financial confidence. Whether you're looking for a quick cash injection, a lifestyle overhaul, or an income boost in your dream job, this episode has something for you. Tune in to hear: Why "just making more money" isn't the solution to all your financial problems The 3 categories of income shifts and how to identify which one you...
2024-12-13
43 min
Not Starving Artists
[INSIDE 1:1 COACHING] How to come back from business burnout and earn $70k with passive investments
Welcome to my new podcast series, INSIDE 1:1 COACHING, where I’m giving you an inside look on what a private money coaching call is actually like, and show you how much can shift for you from just one single coaching session. These episodes are real 1:1 coaching calls, some with current/past clients and some are people I’ve never coached before (everyone has given permission for these calls to be shared with you here). 1:1 coaching is for creatives, business owners, and those of you whose brains have a hard time following traditi...
2024-12-06
31 min
Not Starving Artists
[INSIDE 1:1 COACHING] How to not feel guilty about debt accrued from going to grad school
Welcome to my new podcast series, INSIDE 1:1 COACHING, where I’m giving you an inside look on what a private money coaching call is actually like, and show you how much can shift for you from just one single coaching session. These episodes are real 1:1 coaching calls, some with current/past clients and some are people I’ve never coached before (everyone has given permission for these calls to be shared with you here). 1:1 coaching is for creatives, business owners, and those of you whose brains have a hard time following traditi...
2024-11-22
31 min
Not Starving Artists
Navigating your money post-election (holidays, stress spending, Black Friday, and more)
well it was a week, huh. In this episode, I’m walking you through how to think about your financial wellness in this upcoming months, and practical ways to be intentional while still allowing yourself to process and grieve and whatever else you need to do to be okay right now. Sending you lots and lots and lots of love ♥️ If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Want to learn more about 1:1 coaching? Click HERE to book a sales call Foll...
2024-11-15
42 min
Not Starving Artists
[INSIDE 1:1 COACHING] Prepping to move out post-college, working in exchange for voice lessons, + only taking jobs over $30/hour
Welcome to my new podcast series, INSIDE 1:1 COACHING, where I’m giving you an inside look on what a private money coaching call is actually like, and show you how much can shift for you from just one single coaching session. These episodes are real 1:1 coaching calls, some with current/past clients and some are people I’ve never coached before (everyone has given permission for these calls to be shared with you here). 1:1 coaching is for creatives, business owners, and those of you whose brains have a hard time following traditi...
2024-11-04
31 min
Not Starving Artists
The simplest way to achieve financial freedom + how to invest without paying high fees with Jeremy Schneider of Personal Finance Club
Join me in this episode with special guest Jeremy Schneider, who retired at 36 and has a net worth of over $4M. His company Personal Finance Club aims to help people understand investing and how to use it to achieve financial freedom in the simplest way (no day-trading or crypto needed!) Tune in to hear: 💰 Why most of you don’t actually need a financial advisor to make millions in the stock market 💰 The red flags to listen for when a financial advisor is pitching you their services 💰 Why the most...
2024-10-28
58 min
Not Starving Artists
[INSIDE 1:1 COACHING] Why you’re scared to switch banks, not being mad at your student loans, + overcoming scarcity when you have money in the bank
Welcome to my new podcast series, INSIDE 1:1 COACHING, where I’m giving you an inside look on what a private money coaching call is actually like, and show you how much can shift for you from just one single coaching session. These episodes are real 1:1 coaching calls, some with current/past clients and some are people I’ve never coached before (everyone has given permission for these calls to be shared with you here). 1:1 coaching is for creatives, business owners, and those of you whose brains have a hard time following traditi...
2024-10-21
32 min
Not Starving Artists
Cure your money avoidance by learning how to actually feeling your feelings
You can’t separate money from your emotions. Because money is so much more than just numbers. It’s your relationship with your parents, your intrinsic worthiness, your definition of success, your guilt and shame, your dreams and desires, it’s all of it. So if you’re feeling financial avoidance, or have an impulse spending habit, or have a huge money to-do list that you just can’t seem to start…we’ve got to look at your feelings. This is especially important if you have a practical money strategy already in plac...
2024-10-14
28 min
Not Starving Artists
[INSIDE 1:1 COACHING] Releasing shame around past financial decisions + what to do when your money and your artistic life feel separate
Welcome to my new podcast series, INSIDE 1:1 COACHING, where I’m giving you an inside look on what a private money coaching call is actually like, and show you how much can shift for you from just one single coaching session. These episodes are real 1:1 coaching calls, some with current/past clients and some are people I’ve never coached before (everyone has given permission for these calls to be shared with you here). 1:1 coaching is for creatives, business owners, and those of you whose brains have a hard time following traditional money advice. Yo...
2024-10-07
31 min
Not Starving Artists
How to actually manifest more money with delusional thinking + practical strategy
“practical pursuit of miracles” 👆I heard this phrase recently and it perfectly encapsulates what this episode is going to teach you. If you want a different financial reality than the one you’re currently living in, that will require practical action and a ✨dash✨ of delusional thinking. Because anytime you are making a change in your life, you are REQUIRED to make room for magic. You are believing in something you can’t physically see yet (more money, healthy body, new relationship, etc.) and then you start doing things and putting yourself in sit...
2024-09-30
34 min
Not Starving Artists
[INSIDE 1:1 COACHING] Why investing won't set you back from other money goals + what investing $200/month actually creates
Welcome to my new podcast series, INSIDE 1:1 COACHING, where I’m giving you an inside look on what a private money coaching call is actually like, and show you how much can shift for you from just one single coaching session. These episodes are real 1:1 coaching calls, some with current/past clients and some are people I’ve never coached before (everyone has given permission for these calls to be shared with you here). 1:1 coaching is for creatives, business owners, and those of you whose brains have a hard time following traditi...
2024-09-23
29 min
Not Starving Artists
Why your Venmo balance feels like Monopoly money (and 3 ways to increase your financial awareness this week)
“Financial Abstraction is the phenomenon where currency becomes less concrete, more abstract.” aka why you spend so much without realizing it as you’re walking through these city streets with Apple Pay or why your Venmo balance feels like Monopoly money With our society becoming increasingly cash-less, how we spend money is changing. And we are spending differently now that money feels like more of an illusion vs parting with cold hard cash like in the olden days. You make better financial decisions when money...
2024-09-16
38 min
Not Starving Artists
Why you aren’t hitting your financial goals as a business owner even though you’re making more + how to stay motivated with your money routines [INSIDE 1:1 COACHING]
Welcome to my new podcast series, INSIDE 1:1 COACHING, where I’m giving you an inside look on what a private money coaching call is actually like, and show you how much can shift for you from just one single coaching session. These episodes are real 1:1 coaching calls, some with current/past clients and some are people I’ve never coached before (everyone has given permission for these calls to be shared with you here). 1:1 coaching is for creatives, business owners, and those of you whose brains have a hard time following traditi...
2024-09-09
33 min
Not Starving Artists
Why you aren’t actually behind in your finances + how to have money conversations with friends/family
In today’s episode, we're diving deep into a common yet often unspoken issue: the feeling of being behind when it comes to your finances. I’ll be talking about the importance of normalizing money conversations to alleviate the shame and stigma that often surrounds financial discussions. We’ll also explore feelings of inadequacy and shame that many people experience with their money management and explore how to shift your mindset for better financial well-being. tldr: you are not behind and you are so, SO capable of having fi...
2024-09-02
26 min
Not Starving Artists
How to fund a passion project, pivoting when your dreams change, + vibe-based money management [INSIDE 1:1 COACHING]
Welcome to my new podcast series, INSIDE 1:1 COACHING, where I’m giving you an inside look on what a private money coaching call is actually like, and show you how much can shift for you from just one single coaching session. These episodes are real 1:1 coaching calls, some with current/past clients and some are people I’ve never coached before (everyone has given permission for these calls to be shared with you here). 1:1 coaching is for creatives, business owners, and those of you whose brains have a hard time following traditi...
2024-08-26
30 min
Not Starving Artists
How to Set Up an Effective Money Plan as a Creative (it's exactly like putting on a musical)
Creating an effective money plan as a creative starts with you (the artistic director) creating a financial big-vision for your life (choosing a script). The next steps involve creating a cash flow system (choosing your director and choreographer) that tells your dollars where to go. There’s also the casting department, backstage crew, brush up rehearsals, extended runs, taking the show on tour, theatre critics, and more. You’ll also learn the 4 most common financial issues you may be experiencing, why they’re happening, and how to remedy them. If you...
2024-08-19
39 min
Not Starving Artists
How to afford living in NYC, believing you’re worth $30/hour, + making income that aligns with your values [INSIDE 1:1 COACHING]
Welcome to my new podcast series, INSIDE 1:1 COACHING, where I’m giving you an inside look on what a private money coaching call is actually like, and show you how much can shift for you from just one single coaching session. These episodes are real 1:1 coaching calls, some with current/past clients and some are people I’ve never coached before (everyone has given permission for these calls to be shared with you here). 1:1 coaching is for creatives, business owners, and those of you whose brains have a hard time following traditi...
2024-08-12
31 min
Not Starving Artists
The 1 mindset shift you need to make to create financial overflow (and more callbacks)
In this episode, we dive into how this one shift in your mindset can completely change your financial situation and creative career, and how opening yourself up to the idea of financial overflow can help you break free from that “starving artist” mentality (and how this same mental shift can lead to artistic results too, like landing callbacks and booking roles). If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Want to learn more about 1:1 coaching? Click HERE to book a sales call Follow Brooke on In...
2024-08-05
20 min
Not Starving Artists
How to afford your own apartment, avoid sporadically pulling from savings, navigate income decreases, + co-star with Andrew Garfield [INSIDE 1:1 COACHING]
Welcome to my new podcast series, INSIDE 1:1 COACHING, where I’m giving you an inside look on what a private money coaching call is actually like, and show you how much can shift for you from just one single coaching session. These episodes are real 1:1 coaching calls, some with current/past clients and some are people I’ve never coached before (everyone has given permission for these calls to be shared with you here). 1:1 coaching is for creatives, business owners, and those of you whose brains have a hard time following traditi...
2024-07-29
30 min
Not Starving Artists
Saving money as an over-spender, diversifying as an artist, + creating consistency in inconsistent income with LA-Based Actor Maya Donato
Join me as I chat with 1:1 client Maya Donato, an actor, producer, + business owner living in LA. Tune in to hear: ✨ How she ended up with multiple jobs + passions as an actor ✨ The money system she uses to manage fluctuating income with ease ✨ How she released guilt about being an “overspender” so she could save more money ✨ The problem with telling artists “if you can do anything else, you should!” ✨ How her financial strategy was being affected by her emotions, and how she took back control And...
2024-07-22
50 min
Not Starving Artists
3 things to do this week to feel like an adult with your money
Discover how to break free from financial infantilization and take charge of your money like a CEO in this episode. We’ll explore how to navigate adulthood's financial challenges, reclaim financial autonomy, build confidence in managing your finances, working through economic hurdles, and give you practical steps to rewrite your money narrative. Tune in to hear: ✨ What financial infantilization is and how it shows up in your life ✨ Why millennials + get z don’t feel like adults with money ✨ How to create financial confidence without budgets or spreadsheet...
2024-07-15
32 min
Not Starving Artists
How to Deinfluence from Social Media Aesthetics so you Have More Money to Spend
Curated social media aesthetics are the new "Keeping up with the Joneses" (i.e. spending money on shit that doesn't actually improve your quality of life or make you happy. In this episode, I'm breaking down how this is showing up for you, how it's impacting your ability to enjoy spending your money and have more in the bank, and how to get the FEELING of curation without actually spending a bunch of money to achieve a pinterest aesthetic. Tune it to hear: ✨ how "keeping up with the Joneses" has infiltrated eve...
2024-07-08
35 min
Not Starving Artists
The 5 Best Money Practices for Creative Business Owners + Coaches
Owning a business doesn’t have to mean complicated finances. You can still manage your money simply, in less that 1 hour a month, if you follow these 5 best practices. The information provided in this podcast does not, and is not intended to, constitute legal or tax advice; instead, all information and content here is for general informational purposes only. This is purely education and opinions. If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Want to learn more about 1:1 coaching? Click HERE to book...
2024-07-01
37 min
Not Starving Artists
How to create longevity in your artistic career (aka how to still be acting + creating in your 80's)
Cashed up creatives are able to stay in this industry for the long term. Starving artists peter off very early. I feel like you see a huge wave of artists burn out around their 30s when they realize starving artist life is not for them. But there's there's another option - you don't have to choose between your artistic career and living a luxurious lifestyle. You get to have both: you just need to learn how to manage, use, and make money like an artist. Financial Wellness is the best gift you can...
2024-06-24
21 min
Not Starving Artists
LESSONS FROM A CASHED UP CREATIVE: 3 reasons a cash flow system is better than a budgeting [pt. 6 of 6]
If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Want to learn more about 1:1 coaching? Click HERE to book a sales call Follow Brooke on Instagram @notstarvingartists & subscribe to the newsletter here!
2024-06-17
21 min
Not Starving Artists
[LIMITED TIME REPLAY] Get 3 Months Ahead on Bills with Fluctuating Income so You Can Do Your Art Stress-Free!
Listent to the limited-time replay of my brand new free training, where you will learn: 1. Why budgeting ruined my mental health + artistic work as a creative 2. The 4 steps of my anti-budget money strategy that will help you hit any financial goal 3. How you can get 3 months ahead on bills with fluctuating income (and why this is the most important first step) And if we haven't met yet, HEY I'm Brooke 🎉🍹😘 I was a broke BFA grad having weekly panic attacks about money who turned into a financially confident...
2024-06-03
1h 44
Not Starving Artists
How Money Affects Your Creativity + creating artistic longevity
Your financial life is directly correlated with your artistic life. Creativity thrives on financial stability, and in this episode I am going to dive into why. Tune in to hear: ✨ why financial struggle does not create great art ✨ why getting 3 months ahead on bills as an artist is the most important first step ✨ how to invest in your creative career without affecting your other money goals ✨ the importance of having a money strategy built for creatives If you loved this episode, subscribe...
2024-04-29
29 min
Not Starving Artists
How to navigate unexpected expenses and eliminate surprise in your bank accounts
Surprise is one of the biggest contributors to your financial anxiety (and it's actually fairly easy to eliminate) If you never know what you're going to see when you log into your bank accounts, if unexpected expenses seem to pop up every single month, or if you're tax bill hits you like a ton of bricks every year, this episode is for you. You'll learn how to ACTUALLY expect the unexpected, how to navigate tax season with ease, and the proactive planning process that takes less than 1 hour a month.
2024-04-22
29 min
Not Starving Artists
How to Foster a Joyful Relationship with Money [INTERVIEW on the Living In Sunshine Podcast]
Join me in this special interview I had with Maddy on the Living in Sunshine Podcast as we explore practical tips and mindset shifts to turn financial stress into joy and empowerment. In this episode, we are talking about: ✨ Understanding where your financial scarcity ✨ Challenging gender / relationship norms with money ✨ Identifying your mindset blocks + how to work through them ✨ Tactical tips for stress-free money management ✨ Quick money wins even when you’re busy If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and sh...
2024-04-15
45 min
Not Starving Artists
[LIVE FINANCIAL CEO PARTY] How I manage all my finances in 1 hour a month
Listen in REAL TIME as I go through my own Financial CEO Party for the month of March (personal and business finances). A Financial CEO Party is a scheduled monthly money date where you set your yourself up for the month ahead, do any business/bookkeeping financials, and check in on your automated money flow. Every single piece of your money management is taken care of during this time so you don’t have to worry about your money for the whole rest of the month. With the Money Flow...
2024-04-08
47 min
Not Starving Artists
Want less financial anxiety? Ditch the Spreadsheets
In this episode, I’m diving deep into myth that you have to be a spreadsheet wiz to have financial wellness. Whether you're someone who loves spending hours in excel or you’re someone who cringes at the sight of numbered columns, I want you to know that you don’t have to spreadsheet your life away. I used to be that 'Spreadsheet Girl,' meticulously tracking every penny like my life depended on it. But what I discovered was that my iron grip on those spreadsheets was actually fueling my financial anxiety, not soothing it.
2024-04-01
27 min
Not Starving Artists
How to Stop Avoiding Your Taxes
Tax day is swiftly approaching, so let's talk about how to make filing easier and less stressful. Your avoidance is coming from 1 of 3 things: Afraid of f*cking it up 2. Afraid of how long it will take 3. Afraid of what you'll find In this episode, I'm walking you through each of these 3 things and actionable strategies to combat them. If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Want to learn more about 1:1 coaching? Click HERE to book a sales call F...
2024-03-25
24 min
Not Starving Artists
3 Things you can do in 1 hour this week to improve your finances
You are drastically overestimating how much time it will take you to get your money sh*t together. You don't have to start budgeting or update a spreadsheet everyday or spend hours looking at your numbers. In this episode I'm giving you 3 simple things you can do this week in less that one hour to not only manage your money better, but decrease your financial anxiety as well. If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Want to learn more about 1:1 coaching? C...
2024-03-18
28 min
Not Starving Artists
Save More Money Without Cutting Back
Deprivation and restriction are not a vibe when trying to hit your money goals. The only outcome of this will be a binge/restrict cycle, and you will be no closer to hitting your savings goal or paying off debt. But this is a way to choose not to spend money on things without it feeling deprivation. In this episode, I'm walking you through the tool of the 2-month experiment I teach my clients to help them prioritize their spending without feeling like they are cutting back. If you loved this e...
2024-03-11
23 min
Not Starving Artists
Why you should switch banks + how to do it stress-free
Everything in your financial ecocystem should feel like a f*ck yes...and that includes your bank(s). Your bank should not be charging you fees (including overdraft fees). Your bank should be paying you at least 4.3% interest in your savings account. Your bank shouldn't be holding any energy from a past relationship, debt, or season of life. Where you bank is important, and in this episode I'll walk you through step-by-step how to switch to a new one stress-free. If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share i...
2024-03-04
27 min
Not Starving Artists
The Lowdown on High Yield Savings Accounts
making more money without any extra effort? yes please. A high yield savings account will earn more interest overtime than your regular ol' savings account, meaning you're earning more money while your money just sits there. In this episode, you'll learn about what an HYSA is, the benefit of switching over, some of my favorite options, and more! If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Want to learn more about 1:1 coaching? Click HERE to book a sales call Follow B...
2024-02-26
20 min
Not Starving Artists
How to make financial decisions you're excited about (and not feel like you're cutting back)
Every single decision you make means you are saying yes to something…and no to something else. No matter what financial decisions you make, there will always be something you are saying no to. But financial decisions get to feel wonderful and expansive when you focus on what you’re saying YES to vs. what you are saying no to. Your money avoidance is coming from not wanting to take ownership of your decisions - you don’t want to be the one to decide what your yes and no is. In thi...
2024-02-19
29 min
Not Starving Artists
Pay off your debt without hating the process: Debt Neutrality vs. Debt Apathy
You don’t have to wait until your debt is paid off to start feeling better about your money. Hating your debt and depriving yourself to pay it off faster is making it harder to pay off your debt. Debt neutrality is the active choice to feel remove the pressure from your debt payoff plan, which actually allows you to payoff the debt faster. This is also very different from debt APATHY, which is the passive avoidance of your debt (sometimes masquerading as debt neutrality). In this episode, I’m giving you...
2024-02-12
23 min
Not Starving Artists
Making a Money Plan that isn't restrictive
A huge part of having autonomy over your money is manging it when you still have CHOICES (i.e. not always playing cleanup crew with your financial decisons). Planning does not have to equal cutting back. Planning gives your freedom of choice. Planning does not have to lock you in (you are allowed to change your mind). Planning eliminates guilt when you spend money on fun shit. Planning does NOT mean budgeting 😘 Tune in to hear how to create your own money plan for t...
2024-02-05
29 min
Not Starving Artists
Credit 101 (and how CC's fit in your Money Flow)
The low down on everything you need to know about credit! Tune in to hear: ✨how your credit score is calcuated ✨credit utilization hack to boost your score ✨why you should check your credit reports ✨how to use credit cards in your Money Flow and more! If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Want to learn more about 1:1 coaching? Click HERE to book a sales call Follow Brooke on Instagram...
2024-01-29
34 min
Not Starving Artists
Travel Hacking at Every Level (and how to do it the lazy girl way)
Whether you're a credit card virgin or a travel hacking extraordinaire, there's something for everyone in this episode. I'm walking you through how to travel hack like a lazy girl, what my current travel hacking startegy looks like, and what to focus on at each level to maximize your enjoyment of credit card points. If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Want to learn more about 1:1 coaching? Click HERE to book a sales call Follow Brooke on Instagram @notstarvingartists And if y...
2024-01-22
35 min
Not Starving Artists
What To Do About Inflation
Inflation has been WILD the last couple of years, and it's easy to scroll tiktok and start spiraling about your money's worth. In this epsiode, we're going to ease the panic and talk about tangible action you can take to improve your financial wellness even amidst high inflation rates. you've got this ❤️ If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Want to learn more about 1:1 coaching? Click HERE to book a sales call Follow Brooke on Instagram @notstarvingartists subsc...
2024-01-15
29 min
Not Starving Artists
Creating Delusional Thoughts to Improve Your Finances
delulu is the solulu In this episode, I'm walking you through why delusional money thoughts are actually an ASSET in your financial wellness journey. You'll hear what delusion actually is, some thoughts you can adopt to actually gain momentum with your money goals, how delusion has helped my clients (and myself) with finances, and why the world needs you to stay delulu ❤️ If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Want to learn more about 1:1 coaching? Click HERE to book a sales call
2024-01-08
27 min
Not Starving Artists
The Only Way to Hit (and Sustain) Your Money Goals in 2024
NEW YEAR NEW YOU BABY ✨💰🔥💫🥂⚡️ Just kidding. This episode is raging against the “do everything you can to hit the goals as fast as possible” energy that comes every January. We’re going to focus on that ol’ cliche “enjoy the journey” and what that ACTUALLY looks like when it comes to hitting your money goals. The best money management strategies are boring as hell, but that doesn’t mean they can’t be sexy & fun 😘 If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Want to lear...
2024-01-01
24 min
Not Starving Artists
3 Lessons from 2023 (and why my money is to thank for it)
2023 was both a whirlwind and also felt like walking through mud (hello saturn return) I discovered a new layer of what it means to be a "not starving artists", what to do when milestones don't look like you thought, and viscerally learning that you can't be everyone's cup of tea. Tune in to hear the backstories of these lessons, how I worked through them, and why money will always & forver be your buggest supporter in self-development. If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend!
2023-12-25
26 min
Not Starving Artists
How I managed a 17k cash month
A transparent behind-the-scenes look at how $17k flows through my business bank account and into my personal money in the course of one month. How much taxes are taken out? What am I saving for? How much do I pay myself? How much do my months flucuate? I'm doing this episode because when I was just starting out, I was always so curious at what those fancy IG-worthy numbers actually looked like in practice. And for my business owners, this will give you a closer look into how to set up a Money Flow for b...
2023-12-18
29 min
Not Starving Artists
How to manage your money when you’re no longer in tight margins
I rescued this IG live replay from the depths of the archives and it’s got something for everyone, no matter where you are in your financial wellness journey. Tune in to hear: ✨How to start creating your own money flow ✨Why I don’t recommend rapid debt payoff plans ✨What to focus on when you’re no longer paycheck-to-paycheck ✨How to eliminate your money anxiety once you have money in the bank And so much more. If you loved this episod...
2023-12-11
1h 11
Not Starving Artists
Why squirreling away money is making you more anxious (and how to to un-squirrel it)
Do you spread your money out to hide it from yourself? Or keep it in your Venmo account so it feels like free money? Or never pay yourself from you business account because you like seeing the number always increase? This episode is for you 😘 Keeping your money spread out in lots of different places in actually increasing your anxiety and confusion. I’m going to talk you through why you need a streamlined cash flow system and how to start setting one up for yourself. If y...
2023-12-04
28 min
Not Starving Artists
How Seasons of Spending will help you save money faster
Do you feel like if you aren’t able to save money every single month, that you’re doing a bad job at managing your finances? Does it stress you out to spend your savings if something comes up? Do you force yourself to save just because it's the "responsible" thing to do? In today’s episode, I am debunking the most pervasive myth about saving money... HINT: “spend less, save more” We’ll dive into the end goal of money, how to manage your finances cyclically, how I used sp...
2023-11-28
26 min
Not Starving Artists
Running a Dance Studio, traveling solo, and money after divorce with 1:1 Client Malini Sarma
In this episode, Brooke talks with 1:1 client Malini (Independence Coach, Dancer, and Studio Owner) about setting up stress-free business systems, traveling solo, and retiring early. Listen to hear how she: ✨ Created a Money Flow that lets her manage her finances in less than 1 hour a month ✨ Takes her entire birthday month off from her business ✨ Learned to manage her money solo after divorce ✨ Removed the resistance of charging money to teach dance ✨ Hit her FI/RE number and became work optional If you loved...
2023-11-20
49 min
Not Starving Artists
3 Reasons Money is Different for Creatives
You aren’t bad at money, you’re just using systems that weren’t built for you 😘 The three pillars of financial wellness are: Managing the money you do have Making more money Money mindset And every single one of these pillars looks drastically different for creatives, artists, people with fluctuating income. In this episode, I dive into each of these pillars and how you as a creative need to navigate them differently. If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Want to...
2023-11-13
29 min
Not Starving Artists
How to feel more abundant without extra spending
Making financial decisions is rich girl energy. Choosing your spending priorities is wealth vibes. You can still feel hella abundant without draining your bank account. We are destroying the rich/poor binary so you can start feeling abundant NOW, no matter what your current income is. Tune in to hear: ✨ Ways to feel rich/luxurious right now ✨ How to not feel scarcity when choosing between 2 things ✨ Why I feel rich taking the bus to the airport ✨ The first thing you should spend money on to feel the...
2023-11-06
36 min
Not Starving Artists
Holiday Money Planning Guide
IT’S THAT TIME OF YEAR AGAIN ❄️ 🎄 🎁 In this episode, I walk you through the process of having a holiday money plan that let's you enjoy the fuck out of your money without a budget, AND not have to go into “clean up mode” with your money in the new year. I love the holidays, so I want you to have a BLAST over these next few months...and also be happy about what you see in your bank account on Jan. 1st. Tune in to hear: ✨ Why you avoid planning for...
2023-10-30
38 min
Not Starving Artists
Solve any money problem with this one thing
money is just math which means every single money problem you have is a solve-able equation. (of course you will have thoughts, feelings, and emotions about the math, and that's what 1:1 coaching is for) In this episode, Brooke breaks down how to turn every single one of your big money problems into a simple, solve-able equation. If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Want to learn more about 1:1 coaching? Click HERE to book a sales call Follow B...
2023-08-28
31 min
Not Starving Artists
Moving solo in NYC, increasing “survival job” income, + shifting the starving artist mindset with Morgan Goodman
In this episode, Brooke talks with Morgan, a current 1:1 client and NYC-based actor, about the starving artist trope, finances in the city, guilt-free spending, and more. Tune in to hear: ✨how to eliminate guilt when using your savings ✨why you need to dream bigger than what the theatre industry has fed you ✨how to up a money flow that lets you spend freely ✨the difference between a spending problem vs. an income problem If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it w...
2023-08-21
1h 03
Not Starving Artists
How to Create More Money with Identity Work: an interview with Harriet Hadfield
In this episode, Brooke and Harriet are answering the question, “How can I feel wealthy when I don’t see big numbers in my bank accounts?" Tune in to hear how they both became wealthy artists while they were still broke via sneaking into resort pools, buying Chanel lipstick, and more. Harriet Hadfield is a celebrity makeup artist turned business and mindset coach. She’s helping creative freelancers book celebrities, global brands, and double their bookings in any market. Find her at https://www.harriethadfield.com/ and on Instagram @freelancewithfreedom. If you lov...
2023-08-14
28 min
Not Starving Artists
No-Budget Money Management: BTS of My Money Flows (personal + business)
In this episode, I'm taking you behind the scenes of how I’ve been managing my money during the past few months. Tune in to hear: ✨ What a Money Flow is and how it makes finances simple (even with fluctuating income) ✨ Why simplicity + automation is the best strategy ✨ How I’ve implemented travel hacking ✨ The banks I currently use for perosnal + business accounts ✨ The mistakes I made while moving things around (and why it’s no big deal) If you loved this episode, subs...
2023-08-07
31 min
Not Starving Artists
How to Stop Avoiding Your Money by Getting TIPSY
In this episode, Brooke’s helping you pull yourself out of money avoidance with her “Get TIPSY” Protocol. Tune in to hear: ✨ How avoidance is showing up in your money ✨ Why perfectionism is keeping you from money dates ✨ The 5 things you can implement to make it easy to look at your numbers ✨ How to make money fun (and how to still get things done when it isn’t) If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Want to learn mor...
2023-07-31
28 min
Not Starving Artists
Creating Financial Stability in Uncertain Times with Harriet Hadfield
In this episode, Brooke talks with Harriet Hadfield about the current strikes and what that means for creative careers. This conversation dives into how to future-proof your business, diversifying your streams of income (and joy), and how to separate moral outrage from personal responsibility. Harriet Hadfield is a celebrity makeup artist turned business and mindset coach. She’s helping creative freelancers book celebrities, global brands, and double their bookings in any market. Find her at https://www.harriethadfield.com/ and on Instagram @freelancewithfreedom. If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a revie...
2023-07-24
31 min
Not Starving Artists
Financial CEO vs. Financial Sheep
In this episode, Brooke breaks down the importance of being your own financial advisor, when to break money rules, and how to make money decisions you won’t second guess. If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Want to learn more about 1:1 coaching? Click HERE to book a sales call Follow Brooke on Instagram @notstarvingartists And if you want a weekly money party in your inbox, subscribe to the newsletter here!
2023-07-17
31 min
Not Starving Artists
Frugality is Overrated: How to Enjoy Your Money Now AND Later
In this episode, Brooke breaks down how frugality sabotages your money and your life, and what to do instead to hit your money goals. If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Want to learn more about 1:1 coaching? Click HERE to book a sales call Follow Brooke on Instagram @notstarvingartists And if you want a weekly money party in your inbox, subscribe to the newsletter here!
2023-07-10
32 min
Not Starving Artists
How to Manage Your Money in Just 1 Hour a month
It’s the start of the month, which means it’s time for your 🎉 Financial CEO party 🎉 These are monthly dates with your money that help you plan ahead and keep you from having to check a spreadsheet all the time. Tune in to hear: ✨Tips on how to get excited about looking at your numbers ✨Journal prompts + task lists ✨Why 1 x a month is better than weekly or daily check-ins ✨How awareness removes the need for budgeting ✨Why the habit is more important than the to...
2023-07-03
37 min
Not Starving Artists
Living a Life of Luxury and Purpose
In this special Instagram Live replay, Brooke riffs on: ✨What luxury actually means ✨How the artist conditioning affects your money ✨Why money doesn’t automatically make you ~rich + evil~ ✨How to marry logistics + woowoo for the most abundance ✨Journal prompts to help you dream bigger If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Want to learn more about 1:1 coaching? Click HERE to book a sales call Follow Brooke on Instagram @notstarvingartists And if you want a...
2023-06-26
23 min
Not Starving Artists
Travel Hacking Explained
Ever wonder how those Instagram influencers travel to Paris in business class for free? In this episode, Brooke breaks down how travel hacking works and how you can start utilizing it to travel for free. Tune in to hear: ✨A breakdown of how travel hacking works ✨The simplest and most effective way to accrue points ✨Examples of how I personally use credit cards + points ✨How money hoarding can show up in your travel rewards If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review...
2023-06-19
35 min
Not Starving Artists
How to Make Debt Payoff Easy + Inevitable
Are you ready for debt to feel like a non-issue? This episode is for you. You can pay off your debt with ease, enjoy your life in the process, and never feel tied to monthly minimum payments again. When you master debt neutrality, you can pay it off with ease and also use it as a tool to financially up-level. Tune in to hear: ✨How to create a debt payoff plan that has a 100% success rate ✨The fine line between neutrality + avoidance ✨Why shame is making...
2023-06-12
40 min
Not Starving Artists
Lifestyle Creep vs. Lifestyle Upgrades
I’ve got beef with the phrase “lifestyle creep”. Instead of being a helpful phrase for financial wellness, it’s being used to shame high-earners out of enjoying their money. Tune in to hear: ✨how to avoid lifestyle creep (it’s not what you think) ✨Why you shouldn’t look up to Warren Buffet ✨Ways to enjoy the fuck out of your money responsibly ✨The smart rich person checklist ✨Eliminating the fear of fucking up when you’re making more If you loved this episo...
2023-06-05
39 min
Not Starving Artists
Moving to NYC while unemployed, fluctuating income as a freelancer, + developing financial confidence with Katelyn Bettendorf
In this episode, Brooke talks with past 1:1 client Katelyn, an actor + personal trainer who recently moved to NYC. Tune in to hear: ✨How she moved to NYC while unemployed ✨Having a luxury taste on tight income ✨Using credit card points to book international travel ✨How we adjusted her Money Flow during the moving process ✨How she still enjoyed spending her money during her job transition "I'm now able to slow down and strategize with my money. I'm mindful with my purchases, and much smarte...
2023-05-29
59 min
Not Starving Artists
Solo-vacation, CC points, phone detox, + more
Join Brooke as she debriefs on her most recent impulse decision to take a solo-vacation to FL. Tune in to hear: ✨a breadown of using credit card travel rewards to pay for it ✨the importance of solo-time ✨how to build up the muscle of gut intuition ✨money thoughts from strangers ✨why you should plan lifestyle upgrades If you loved this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Want to learn more about 1:1 coaching? Click HERE to book a sa...
2023-05-22
47 min
Not Starving Artists
(PART 2) Firing her CPA, Investing $66k, + Lifestyle Upgrades with Emily Wold
In this episode, Brooke continues her conversation with 1:1 client Emily Wold, an entrepreneur, voiceover actor, & perhaps the nicest shark you’ll ever meet. Tune in to hear: ✨Why you need to set income goals as an artist ✨How to become a really good CEO who employs the artist in you ✨When success feels like a fluke ✨Why she fired her CPA + how she manages her taxes now ✨Staffing your board of directors as an entrepreneur ✨Lifestyle creep vs. lifestyle upgrades “1:1 coaching has paid...
2023-05-15
57 min
Not Starving Artists
(PART 1) Making $500k as a VO Actor and Releasing the Starving Artist Identity with Emily Wold
In this episode, Brooke talks with her 1:1 client Emily Wold, an entrepreneur, voiceover actor, & perhaps the nicest shark you’ll ever meet. Tune in to hear: ✨the school bus she renovated into a mobile voice over studio ✨what wealth looks like for someone who doesn’t want designer bags + 5-star hotels ✨how less hustle made her more money in 2022 ✨the systems + strategy we implemented to manage her half a million dollar income ✨where the starving artist identity shows up for her “I feel not only mu...
2023-05-08
1h 02
Not Starving Artists
How Budgeting Ruined my Mental Health (+ what to do instead)
Budgeting sucks. So does feeling broke. In this episode, Brooke dives into her personal journey with money and how it led to her developing the Money Flow Method, a budget-less money management strategy that lets you stack your bank accounts without deprivation. Tune in to hear: ✨What she learned about money in her BFA acting program ✨Why budgeting doesn’t work long-term ✨What she did with $23k in her bank account ✨How she created the Money Flow Method ✨Examples of personalized money flows s...
2023-05-01
52 min
Not Starving Artists
Going full-time as a freelance artist, opening her first credit card, + traveling the country in 1:1 coaching with Lauren Kelly
In this episode, Brooke talks with 1:1 client Lauren Kelly, a full-time freelance singer based in the Philadelphia area. Tune in to hear how Lauren: ✨Transitioned to full-time freelancing after being laid off ✨Bought herself luxury camping chairs + a new laptop guilt free ✨Opened her first credit card ✨Organized a money flow that worked for her fluctuating income + old school landlord ✨Contributed $1,000 to her new retirement account ✨Moved into a larger house with a yard for their dog ✨Created a money plan for a 2 month c...
2023-04-24
59 min
Not Starving Artists
The Importance of Indulging (+ how to make a Joy Purchase)
Money is an energy exchange. What we put money towards shows us what we value. So you need to put money towards YOU and your joy (not just the parts of you that can be monetized). In this episode, Brooke explains why the habit of indulgence is imperative to your financial wellness and how to tangibly do this with monthly Joy Purchases. Tune in to hear: 💰 “I deserve it” vs. “I want it” energy 💰 How to enjoy the “wanting” stage 💰 Using spending as a self-care tool 💰 Impulse purchase...
2023-04-17
37 min
Not Starving Artists
How Shelly went from "I can't afford shit" to buying herself an Audi in 1:1 Coaching
In this episode, Brooke talks with her 1:1 client Shelly Morse, a web & graphic designer based out of Baltimore. During her 6 months inside of 1:1 coaching, Shelly went from “I can’t afford shit” to buying herself an Audi. Tune in to hear how Shelly: ✨ Made paying herself a non-negotiable ✨ Bought her dream bag ✨ Drastically lowered her money anxiety ✨ Raised her freelance rates with confidence ✨ Created ease in her business finances "I can't tell you how much this has changed my life over the past...
2023-04-10
47 min
Not Starving Artists
Feel Good Looking at Your Numbers by Implementing These 4 Things
Do you feel anxious pulling up your bank accounts? Do you avoid looking at your numbers? Or are you looking at your bank accounts every day, maybe multiple times a day? Are you constantly in your spreadsheets? Both of these are symptoms of the same root cause - not feeling good when looking at your numbers. In this week’s episode, I’m going to teach you how to look at your numbers with ease. Here’s how to get into bed with your money, without being clingy: Create a plan A...
2023-04-03
31 min
Not Starving Artists
How to Be Your Own Sugar Daddy
Being your own sugar daddy means being financially self-sufficient. Never needing anyone again. Having unlimited access to money. Being in full power over your life and finances. “Hot bitch in charge” energy In today’s episode, I’m going to walk you through WHY being your own sugar daddy gives you freedom, the tactical strategy AND identity work behind this, as well as the 3 C's to actually make it happen: CASH. COMP. CREDIT And finally, I teach you how to calculate your Sugar Daddy Number (a sexier version of net worth...
2023-03-27
36 min
Not Starving Artists
The Myth About Saving Money
💰 Do you feel like saving is the most responsible thing to do with your money? 💰 Do you feel like if you aren’t able to save money every single month, that you’re doing a bad job at managing your finances? 💰 Does it stress you out to spend your savings? In today’s episode, I am debunking the most pervasive myth about saving money... HINT: “spend less, save more” We’ll dive into the end goal of money, how to manage your finances cyclically, what spending seasons have looked like for me personall...
2023-03-20
25 min
Not Starving Artists
TRAILER: Welcome to Not Starving Artists!
Welcome to Not Starving Artists! I’m your host Brooke Benson, Money coach + equity actor. I am your financial cheerleader, here to help you build your financial confidence and have power over your money. The best part? No budgeting or bi-weekly paycheck required. I went from a broke BFA grad having weekly panic attacks about money to a financially confident, wealth-building actor + business owner. Money gets to feel fun, simple, and sexy, and I’m going to show you how. The first official episode drops on MARCH 20TH, 2023! Make sure to subscribe now so you can be the...
2023-03-13
02 min
The Real Undressed with Deborah Kagan
266.Brooke Benson: Tapping Into the Spiritual + Creative Muse
Brooke Benson is a native of Los Angeles who grew up immersed in the Arts and is a graduate of UCLA Theater school. She began writing her own form of social commentary and matters of the heart in the form of Spoken Word poetry. Her life long Buddhist practice has inspired her Spirit of activism and a true honoring of the unique value and beauty that each person possesses. Her inspiring lyrics weave a tapestry of human emotion through rhythmic song, words and vivid imagery. Often performing alongside live Musicians, renowned DJ's, and Social Activists for political Campaigns such...
2023-01-27
1h 02