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Wicked Pissah Podcast#256 - Breaking Money Silence with Kathleen Burns KingsburyBreaking Money Silence with Kathleen Burns Kingsbury Kathleen and Kevin speak with money psychology expert Kathleen Burns Kingsbury. Kathleen is the founder of KBK Wealth Connection and a leading voice on women and money and breaking through emotional barriers that get in the way of productive money conversations. We discuss the importance of open financial conversations, gender differences in money attitudes, and strategies advisors can use to financially empower their female clients. We also talk about building negotiation confidence, the importance of male involvement in empowering women in financial advising and leadership roles, and the c...2025-07-2250 min
The Simply Retirement PodcastNavigating Retirement with Confidence and Clarity with Kathleen Burns Kingsbury (Ep. 59)Money can feel like the last taboo, especially when it comes to retirement. But what if opening up could completely transform your future?
In this episode, I sit down with Kathleen Burns Kingsbury, Founder of KBK Wealth Connection and author of Breaking Money Silence®, to explore how our early beliefs about money affect our entire financial life. We unpack the emotional side of retirement planning and how having the right conversations, even the uncomfortable ones, can lead to more confident and joyful retirements.
Key points:
Kathleen’s journey from finance to counseling psychology and foun...2025-07-0234 min
The Human Side of Money135: Breaking Money Silence with Kathleen Burns KingsburyTalking about money remains one of the most challenging topics for many, often shrouded in silence and taboo.
Why do we hesitate to engage in money conversations, and how can financial advisors help break this cycle?
Join Brendan Frazier as he chats with Kathleen Burns Kingsbury, the mastermind behind KBK Wealth Connection and author of “Breaking Money Silence.”
Together, they delve into why we’re so reluctant to talk about money and offer actionable steps to conquer these barriers.
You’ll Learn:
The generational silence around money and how it’s perpetuated...2025-03-261h 21
Fearless FemalesBreaking Money Silence with Kathleen Burns Kingsbury: A Journey from Psychology to FinanceIn this episode, host Lorie Jones features Kathleen Burns Kingsbury, a passionate advocate for financial literacy and the author of Breaking Money Silence now in its second edition. Kathleen shares her inspiring story of transitioning from banking and mental health counseling to empowering women in finance. She melds her expertise to help women open up about money, harness their worth, and build confident, financially empowered lives. Whether you’re just starting your career or looking to break through financial taboos, this episode offers a wealth of knowledge and inspiration. Tune in and get ready to be...2025-02-0347 min
Take Back Retirement105: Why Money Conversations are Crucial and How to Have Them, with Kathleen Burns Kingsbury“It really does cost us in terms of our ability to learn about money, embrace failure, the mistakes that we made and we learn from them, to actually get closer to the people in our lives, whether that is our adult children, whether that's a partner, whether that's a friend. So there's a lot of ways in which money silence kind of keeps us locked up in a way that I don't think is useful.” - Kathleen Burns Kingsbury Our hosts Stephanie McCullough and Kevin Gaines invite Kathleen Burns Kingsbury back to the show. She bring...2025-01-1546 min
Breaking Money SilenceCan you be too ambitious?
Can you be too ambitious?
Unleash Your True Value™ Series
Our guest, Kathleen Godfrey, owner of Godfrey Financial Associates, was told early in her financial career that she was “too ambitious.” She didn’t listen and instead has spent the last 25 years taking calculated risks and growing her financial advising practice. In today’s episode, listen to her story about how ambition helped her serve her clients and make her mark in a predominantly male industry. It’s a great podcast to share with other women as a way to celebrate March’s Women’s History Month...2024-03-1138 min
Making Change with your MoneyBreaking Money Silence: an interview with Kathleen Burns Kingsbury of KBK Wealth ConnectionKathleen Burns Kingsbury is the founder of KBK Wealth Connection and host of the Breaking Money Silence® podcast. She is an internationally published author, speaker, consultant, and coach. Her firm’s mission is to empower women, couples, and families to shatter money taboos and communicate more effectively about financial matters.Kathleen is a a natural saver, and attributes that to having grown up in a frugal household. She remembers working in a local restaurant, waiting on tables, when she was 15 or 16 years old. As a shy person it was a bit hard for her, so she soon tra...2023-10-1442 min
Young Money with Tracey BissettEP283 Breaking the Money Silence with Kathleen Burns KingsburyAre you ready to break the silence and start having meaningful conversations about finances? Kathleen Burns Kingsbury, the author of Breaking Money Silence, joins the show today to share her insights on why conversations around financial issues are essential and the importance of having these hard conversations around money with the ones you love and trust. Kathleen believes that keeping secrets about finances can be hurting you, not only financially, but also emotionally. That's why she advocates for breaking the money silence. Listen in as she explains how the way we think and talk about money can...2023-02-2126 min
Women Working in WealthEp. 8: Breaking Money Silence with Kathleen Burns KingsburyHow can your “money mindset” affect your decisions, especially as an entrepreneur? We’re joined by Kathleen Burns Kingsbury for a discussion on how a person’s relationship with money influences their life–and how understanding yours can improve your professional advice as well as your personal growth.
As an expert on financial psychology, Kathleen Burns Kingsbury has appeared on television and written for consumer and trade publications. Her work has been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, PBS News Hour, Real Simple, Money Magazine, TODAY Money, Forbes, and CNBC. She served as an adjunct...2022-09-2829 minTake Back Retirement26: The Importance of Negotiating with Kathleen Burns KingsburyToday, we sit down with Kathleen Burns Kingsbury, a wealth psychology expert, founder of KBK Wealth Connection, and host of the Breaking Money Silence® Podcast. Kathleen is a highly sought-after speaker for financial industry conferences and is the author of five books, her latest being Breaking Money Silence®: How to Shatter Money Taboos, Talk More Openly about Finances, and Live a Richer Life. Listen in as Stephanie, Kevin, and Kathleen dive into the rather sticky topics related to women, money, and power, from dealing with unconscious bias in the workplace, to gathe...2021-09-1541 min-308.png){kind=logo}
Money TalesBreaking Money Silence, with Kathleen Burns Kingsbury
In this episode of Money Tales, our guest is Kathleen Burns Kingsbury. Kathleen has always been financially savvy, thanks in part to her parents talking to her about money all the time. And then, she and her husband were conned by the contractor next door. This rocked Kathleen’s world because she thought she should know better. Rather than letting this situation get her down, Kathleen’s voice for money conversations strengthened and amplified.
Kathleen is a wealth psychology expert, founder of KBK Wealth Connection and host of the Breaking Money Silence® podcast. She is an...2021-07-2252 min
Money TalesBreaking Money Silence, with Kathleen Burns KingsburyIn this episode of Money Tales, our guest is Kathleen Burns Kingsbury. Kathleen has always been financially savvy, thanks in part to her parents talking to her about money all the time. And then, she and her husband were conned by the contractor next door. This rocked Kathleen’s world because she thought she should know better. Rather than letting this situation get her down, Kathleen’s voice for money conversations strengthened and amplified.
Kathleen is a wealth psychology expert, founder of KBK Wealth Connection and host of the Breaking Money Silence® podcast. She is an internationally publi...2021-07-2252 minBreaking Money SilenceEncore – Is the Key to Happiness Achieving Work-Life Balance?
Is the key to happiness achievingwork-life balance?
Encore Episode
This episode is one of the Top 9 Most Popular Breaking Money Silence® podcasts.
Do you struggle with work-life balance? If so, you are not alone as many busy professional women do. In this episode, Kathleen welcomes Donna Sowa Allard and Lauren Hawekotte, two powerful women in the financial services industry, to explore the concept of balance and to look at how this goal can fuel unnecessary shame and guilt. The latest in our Breaking Money Silence® on the Economic Power of Wom...2021-07-0528 minBreaking Money SilenceEncore – Is There a High Financial Cost of Selling Your Company Stock?
Is there a high financial cost ofselling your company stock?
Encore Episode
This episode is one of the Top 9 Most Popular Breaking Money Silence® podcasts.
In this episode, Kathleen speaks with Kim and Victor Gaxiola about behavioral finance and how you may be tempted to hold onto a stock longer than it makes sense financially for you to do – especially if you feel loyal to the firm. Learn the value of diversification and how working with an advisor can help you be more objective about your investments and your financial fut...2021-06-2815 min
Growing Your Financial Business...The Woman's WayHow to Get Paid What You’re Worth with Kathleen Burns KingsburyIf you’re an Overgenerous Olivia, then this one’s for you! Wealth psychology expert Kathleen Burns Kingsbury is all about shattering money taboos and empowering women to charge the right prices for their services. She is the founder of KBK Wealth Connection, the host of the Breaking Money Silence® podcast, and Breaking Money Silence®: How to Shatter Money Taboos, Talk More Openly about Finances, and Live a Richer Life is Kathleen’s fifth book. She was also named one of nine amazing conference speakers in 2017 by InvestmentNews.As both a “recovered” therapist and former FDIC...2021-06-0928 minBreaking Money SilenceTalking to Your Honey About Money | Episode 113In this special Valentine’s Day edition learn why 59% of millennial women defer long-term financial decisions to their male partners and the danger of delegating this task to your romantic partner. Rebecca Fetterman, a wealth advisor with Copper Leaf Financial, joins Kathleen to discuss how you can break money silence with your partner and offers resources for talking about money with your honey.
This episode is sponsored by Copper Leaf Financial. Held to the fiduciary standard of care, Copper Leaf develops a financial plan specifically for you integrating every aspect of your life. They offer comprehensive wealth planning services including su...2021-02-0823 minBreaking Money SilenceTalking to Your Honey About Money | Episode 113
Talking to Your Honey About Money
Episode 113
In this special Valentine’s Day edition learn why 59% of millennial women defer long-term financial decisions to their male partners and the danger of delegating this task to your romantic partner. Rebecca Fetterman, a wealth advisor with Copper Leaf Financial, joins Kathleen to discuss how you can break money silence with your partner and offers resources for talking about money with your honey.
Show Notes:
Rebecca Fetterman bio
Copper Leaf Financial website
Copper Leaf Events
Breaking Money Silence® book
Money Date Night online course
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Credit Risk ReadyBanking and Lending to Women Entrepreneurs: Busting the Myths | Kathleen Burns KingsburyIn this episode, we focus on banking and lending to women entrepreneurs. We will shatter three myths which are getting in the way of your success in benefiting, and benefiting from, women who own their own business. Understand the assumptions you may be making and how to overcome them. Resources: Websites: KBKWealthConnection.com (advisor-facing) BreakingMoneySilence.com (consumer-facing) Podcast: podcast.breakingmoneysilence.com Breaking Money Silence Learning Lab Negotiation Course Coupon Code 10% off: Negotiate10 This course, designed by Kathleen Burns Kingsbury, makes a great client gift. Show your women entrepreneurial clients that...2020-12-1717 minBreaking Money SilenceWant to learn how to break money silence and negotiate with confidence?To thank all my loyal listeners this holiday season I am offering a special 10% off my new course, Breaking Money Silence® on Negotiating. This online, on-demand course was developed with the entrepreneurial woman in mind but can be useful to anyone looking to negotiate more confidently. To claim your holiday gift, go to the Breaking Money Silence® Learning Lab and when you sign up, enter the discount code Negotiate10 to receive 10% off the course.
Thank you so much for being a Breaking Money Silence® podcast listener!
Please have a safe holiday season.
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That Annuity Show071 Better Serving Your Female Clients With Kathleen Burns KingsburySome of your most overlooked prospects in the pandemic may be the female members of the couples you have helped over the past several years. Kathleen Burns Kingsbury talks to us about how to better cultivate your relationship with the female members of the families you serve. Kathleen is a wealth psychology expert, founder of KBK Wealth Connection, host of the Breaking Money Silence(R) podcast, and the author of several books, including How to Give Financial Advice to Women and How to Give Financial Advice to Couples. Connect with Kathleen at Breaking Money Silence® podcast – Subscribe and listen to the...2020-11-0631 minBreaking Money SilenceBreaking Money Silence® Learning LabHi, it's Kathleen Burns Kingsbury the host of the Breaking Money Silence® podcast. I'm here today with exciting news to share with my listeners. I have created a Breaking Money Silence® Learning Lab to help you discover how your money history and mindset impact your profitability and learn tools to conquer fears about negotiating, fee setting, and asking others for money.
This is a community where you can go and learn more about money psychology. I have started this learning lab with courses on negotiating that includes:
How to Conquer Your Fear of Negotiating (Free)
Breaking Money Silence® on Negotiating ($77)
Get...2020-10-2801 min
Adulting Is Easy: Making Personal Finance & Real Estate EasyAIE 29: Negotiation Mindset with Kathleen Burns KingsburyThis week, Lauren is joined by wealth psychology expert Kathleen Burns Kingsbury. The two discuss money silence, negotiation mindsets (automatic thoughts and beliefs we have about negotiating), and actionable tips to help you ace your next negotiation.
Kathleen is the founder of KBK Wealth Connection and host of the Breaking Money Silence® podcast, is an internationally published author and speaker. Breaking Money Silence®: How to Shatter Money Taboos, Talk More Openly about Finances, and Live a Richer Life is Kathleen’s fifth book. Named one of nine amazing conference speakers in 2017 by InvestmentNews, Kathleen is a sought-after keyn...2020-10-0643 minBreaking Money SilenceBehind the Scenes: The Biggest Take-Aways as a HostIn today’s Behind the Scenes of the Breaking Money Silence® podcast, host Kathleen Burns Kingsbury answers listeners’ questions about her biggest take-aways as a host and some of her favorite guests. Also learn the story of how Kathleen first realized she needed to break her own money silence. Again, she is joined by a friend of the show, Lisa Danforth, a coach, speaker, and owner of Lisa Danforth Consulting. Tune in and find out what listeners are curious about and what hosting almost 100 episodes of this podcast has taught Kathleen.
Don’t worry – if your question was not a...2020-06-0819 min
Unleash Your True Value®Behind the Scenes: The Biggest Take-Aways as a HostIn today’s Behind the Scenes of the Breaking Money Silence® podcast, host Kathleen Burns Kingsbury answers listeners’ questions about her biggest take-aways as a host and some of her favorite guests. Also learn the story of how Kathleen first realized she needed to break her own money silence. Again, she is joined by a friend of the show, Lisa Danforth, a coach, speaker, and owner of Lisa Danforth Consulting. Tune in and find out what listeners are curious about and what hosting almost 100 episodes of this podcast has taught Kathleen.
Don’t worry – if your question was not answered, there wil...2020-06-0819 minBreaking Money SilenceGender Bias: A discussion with Beth Milkovits, CFP® | Episode 92
Gender Bias: A discussion withBeth Milkovits, CFP®
Episode 92
Listen in as Kathleen discusses gender bias with Beth Milkovits, CFP®, an ambassador for Brown Brothers Harriman’s Center for Women and Wealth. Kathleen and Beth share personal stories of discrimination, how women can be their own worst enemies, and what needs to be done to achieve gender parity in the long run.
Beth Milkovits, CFP®, is a relationship manager in the Private Wealth Management Group at Brown Brothers Harriman (BBH) in Boston, MA. She oversees clients’ investments and ensures that their asset a...2020-05-1129 minUnleash Your True Value®Behind the Scenes: Listeners’ Questions AnsweredIn today’s Behind the Scenes of the Breaking Money Silence® podcast, host Kathleen Burns Kingsbury answers listeners’ questions. A friend of the show, Lisa Danforth, a coach, speaker, and owner of Lisa Danforth Consulting joined the episode. Tune in and find out what listeners are curious about, how Kathleen answers, and how much fun Lisa has serving as MC.
Don’t worry – if your question was not answered, there will be a Behind the Scenes: Listeners' Questions Answered Part 2 coming soon. Questions should be submitted via email at kbk@breakingmoneysilence.com, or by tagging me on Twitter @kbkspeaks, or Instagram...2020-04-2700 minBreaking Money SilenceBehind the Scenes: Listeners’ Questions AnsweredIn today’s Behind the Scenes of the Breaking Money Silence® podcast, host Kathleen Burns Kingsbury answers listeners’ questions. A friend of the show, Lisa Danforth, a coach, speaker, and owner of Lisa Danforth Consulting joined the episode. Tune in and find out what listeners are curious about, how Kathleen answers, and how much fun Lisa has serving as MC.
Don’t worry – if your question was not answered, there will be a Behind the Scenes: Listeners' Questions Answered Part 2 coming soon. Questions should be submitted via email at kbk@breakingmoneysilence.com, or by tagging me on Twitter @k...2020-04-2700 minBreaking Money SilenceDo I deserve to earn more money? | Episode 90
Do I deserve to earn more money?
Episode 90
As part of the Breaking Money Silence® on the Economic Power of Women Series, Kassandra Dasent, consultant and financial wellness engineer, joins the podcast today to discuss underearning, and shares her personal story. Learn how taking a risk allowed Kassandra to break free and earn her worth, and about the challenges immigrants and women of color face accumulating wealth. Discover how an abundance mindset is a great way to support women in their quest to progress in their careers and earn what they truly deserve.
...2020-03-3020 minBreaking Money SilenceAre millennials entitled? | Episode 89
Are millennials entitled?
Episode 89
Whether you were born into the millennial generation or not, you will enjoy this episode as I bust open the myth that millennials are entitled with my guest, Diane Abruzzini. A millennial herself, tune in and hear her perspective on the financial services industry’s approach to attracting next gen clients and employees, and how she turned a career in agriculture into a sweet marketing job doing what she loves – helping people invest in things that matter most to them.
Diane Abruzzini is the Director of Marketing for VENT...2020-03-1619 minBreaking Money SilenceAre there advantages to being a woman leader? | Episode 88
Are there advantages to being awoman leader?
Episode 88
Powerful women work hard, take risks, and make great friends. In this episode, Kathleen interviews Suzanne Siracuse, former CEO and Publisher of InvestmentNews turned consultant, about her professional journey. Learn the key factors that Suzanne attributes to her success in a male-dominated industry, the advantages of being a woman leader, and why she recently decided to become an entrepreneur.
Suzanne Siracuse, Founder and CEO of Suzanne Siracuse Consulting Services, LLC, specializes in advising financial services firms on innovative business strategies, distinctive marketing pr...2020-03-0223 minBreaking Money SilenceIs the key to happiness achieving work-life balance? | Episode 84
Is the key to happiness achievingwork-life balance?
Episode 84
Do you struggle with work-life balance? If so, you are not alone as many busy professional women do. In this episode, Kathleen welcomes Donna Sowa Allard and Lauren Robbins, two powerful women in the financial services industry, to explore the concept of balance and to look at how this goal can fuel unnecessary shame and guilt. The latest in our Women’s Financial Power series, this episode is not to be missed!
Donna Sowa Allard and Lauren Robbins are Certified Financial Planners an...2020-01-2827 minBreaking Money SilenceIs there a ceiling to the amount of money I can make? | Episode 80
Is there a ceiling to the amount ofmoney I can make?
Episode 80
Listen in on this thought-provoking conversation about women, money, and self-limiting beliefs that can sabotage business growth. Kathleen interviews Lisa Danforth, a business coach, speaker, and serial entrepreneur, on how to shift mindsets to achieve the next level of success. If you are a woman in business or work with one, this episode is for you.
Lisa Danforth is a Business Strategist, Coach, and Speaker. She helps women business owners and leaders identify and create the boundaries that b...2019-11-1723 minBreaking Money SilenceDo men build bigger businesses than women? | Episode 76
Do men build bigger businessesthan women?
Episode 76
Do men build bigger businesses than women? Are they more profit-motivated or entrepreneurial? Find out when Kathleen interviews Jenneth (Jen) Fleckenstein, Co-Owner, Clear Water Filtration, Inc. and Partner, Collaborative Brewing. Two women business owners discussing the pros and cons of working in male-dominated industries. Listen in as we bust this myth wide open!
Jen is a passionate small businesswoman who has great care and concern for water quality and how it impacts people and the environment. She uses her passion as Co-Owner of C...2019-09-2419 minBreaking Money SilenceIs it true that women are not good with numbers? | Episode 75
Is it true that women are not goodwith numbers?
Episode 75
Is it true that women are not good with numbers? Find out in this episode as Kathleen interviews Stacy Francis, Founder of Savvy Ladies, about this myth and how her grandmother paid a high price for not being financially literate. To honor her grandmother’s memory, Stacy founded Savvy Ladies to empower women to take control of their finances and their lives.
Stacy is a nationally-recognized financial expert who attended the New York University Center for Finance, Law and Taxation, wh...2019-09-1124 minBreaking Money SilenceIs there a high financial cost of selling your company stock? | Episode 74
Is there a high financial cost ofselling your company stock?
Episode 74
In this episode, Kathleen speaks with Kim and Victor Gaxiola about behavioral finance and how you may be tempted to hold onto a stock longer than it makes sense financially for you to do – especially if you feel loyal to the firm. Learn the value of diversification and how working with an advisor can help you be more objective about your investments and your financial future.
Bios:
TechGirl Financial, empowers women in technology to make confident financial de...2019-08-2113 minBreaking Money SilenceHow much should you invest to grow your business? | Episode 73
How much should you invest togrow your business?
Episode 73
How much should you invest in marketing? Listen in as Kathleen interviews Matt Halloran, a marketing and podcasting guru, to find out the answer. Learn the difference between sales and marketing, the best digital platforms for diverse businesses, and why old-fashion, in person networking is still vital to any business owner’s success.
Matt has had a long standing love affair with radio. At the age of 13, he discovered his high school radio station, and quickly found a joy from sitting be...2019-08-0723 minBreaking Money SilenceDo men manage the majority of the wealth in this country? | Episode 72
Do men manage the majority ofthe wealth in this country?
Episode 72
Do men really control the majority of the wealth? What is the best way to empower women and couples to be more financially fit? Listen in as Kathleen interviews Jeffery on his advocacy work with corporate male leaders aimed at improving gender parity. Notice how these two experts have different philosophies but share a common goal – equality for all.
What do you think? Post your thoughts in the comment section below or e-mail me at kbk@kbkwealthconnection.com. Let’s kee...2019-07-2430 minBreaking Money SilenceIs it true that it is impossible to save money when you don’t make a lot? | Episode 71
Is it true that it is impossible tosave money when you don’tmake a lot?
Episode 71
Is it possible to save for the future and grow a business when your income is ‘too low’? Find out the answer when Kathleen interviews Jim Parker, entrepreneur and father of two, about how he has busted this money myth open in his personal and professional life. Listen and learn how Jim’s early family money messages impacted his savings behavior, how meeting a partner with a different money mindset influenced his financial habits, and how...2019-07-1024 minBreaking Money SilenceAre wealthy people miserable? | Episode 69
Are wealthy people miserable?
Episode 69
Does money buy happiness? Research says no, but still this myth prevails. Listen in to Kathleen’s conversation with Lisa about how money mindsets impact your perception of wealth and how changing your mindset can increase financial health.
Lisa Shermerhorn received her B.A. in Management from Simmons College. She is certified in NLP, a Certified Hypnotherapist, Clarity Coach and a professional speaker. Lisa founded Indigo Wellness Center in Duxbury, MA, and has spoken for the Depression and Bipolar Alliance at McLean Hospital, Peoples Bank, Plymouth State Un...2019-05-0819 minBreaking Money SilenceAre financial advisors experts at giving advice? | Episode 67
Are financial advisors experts atgiving advice?
Episode 67
A financial advisor can save you time and help you remain disciplined about reaching your financial goals. But are they an expert at giving advice? And should you always follow their recommendations? Listen in as Kathleen and Moira discuss the human side of finance and how advisors may need a little more training to become proficient in advice giving.
Dr. Moira Somers is a clinical neuropsychologist, executive coach, author, and owner of Money Mind and Meaning. Her work focuses on helping people make l...2019-04-1023 minBreaking Money SilenceDo female breadwinners have unhappy marriages? | Episode 66
Do female breadwinnershave unhappy marriages?
Episode 66
Do female breadwinners and their partners have unhappy marriages? As the number of women who primarily earn the money for the family rises, more people are wondering what toll this takes on the family. Listen in as Kathleen interviews Melanie and Risha about this belief and find out if it is fact or fiction.
Bios:
Melanie Mendiola, a Guam native, was practically born into the local food scene. Her grandfather opened one of Guam’s oldest restaurants – Kinney’s Café – in 1947, which survived i...2019-03-2018 minBreaking Money SilenceAre women-owned businesses lifestyle businesses? | Episode 65
Are women-owned businesseslifestyle businesses?
Episode 65
In honor of Women’s History Month, Gwen and Kathleen discuss stereotypes surrounding female entrepreneurs and how these fallacies negatively impact access to funding and gender parity. Listen in and learn tips for busting this myth wide open and how and why you should take women business owners seriously.
Check out cweonline.org and sba.gov for more information and support in starting and growing a business.
Gwen is the Director of the Center for Women & Enterprise Vermont, an economic development nonprofit that helps...2019-03-0523 minBreaking Money SilenceIs skiing is too expensive? | Episode 64
Is skiing too expensive?
Episode 64
When you look for an activity to do as a family – with your kids, your grandkids – does skiing enter the picture or is it immediately rejected because of the cost? Kathleen and Eric discuss the myth that skiing is too expensive and offer you tips for saving money when you do hit the slopes.
Eric Friedman comes from a long line of great, Jewish skiers from New Jersey and didn’t realize until he was an adult that it wasn’t normal for kids to ski 4 days a week. A...2019-02-2723 minBreaking Money SilenceIs stock selection is the best predictor of wealth creation? | Episode 63
Is stock selection the bestpredictor of wealth creation?
Episode 63
Are you tempted to fill your portfolio with the latest, greatest hot stocks, predicting that they will continue to increase in value and create more wealth for you? If so, then you should listen in as Kathleen interviews Daniel Crosby, New York Times Bestselling author and behavioral psychologist, about the psychology around stock selection and how human error blocks many investors from realizing the best returns.
Educated at Brigham Young and Emory Universities, Dr. Daniel Crosby is a psychologist and behavioral f...2019-02-2025 minBreaking Money SilenceIs it true women don’t ask for help or more money? | Episode 62
Is it true women don’t ask for helpor more money?
Episode 62
Is it true that women don’t ask for help at home or more money at work? In this episode, Kathleen interviews Ashley Pare, about this myth and together they discuss the skills you need to ask for what you want and empower others around you to do the same.
Listen and discover….
Negotiations are about more than money
To be successful you need to know your value and be able to discuss numbers
Explore and overcome your fe...2019-02-0621 minBreaking Money SilenceIs budgeting too hard and a waste of time? | Episode 61
Is budgeting too hard and a wasteof time?
Episode 61
We spend 33% of our life energy on money and then we ignore it. Listen in as Carol and Kathleen discuss how to make peace with making a budget and tips for making the process easier using technology.
Carol is a psychologist turned financial planner. She knows first-hand what it is like to face a financial crisis as her husband’s total disability at a young age resulted in a career change. When she retired from the corporate world, she authored a tex...2019-01-3020 minBreaking Money SilenceAre financial advisors hired only for investment advice? | Episode 60
Are financial advisors hired onlyfor investment advice?
Episode 60
Do you believe that financial advisors only provide investment advice? If so, you are not alone. In this podcast, learn the truth about the services and value a trusted advisor provides to you and your family. In this episode, listen to Kathleen as she interviews Ben Jones about this myth and how an emotionally intelligent advisor addressed the human side of finance.
Listen and discover…
A good advisor explores the connection between money and emotions.
Advisors empower clients to examine and ch...2019-01-0918 minBreaking Money SilenceIs retirement is wonderful? | Episode 58
Is retirement wonderful?
Episode 58
Are you looking forward to the day you retire and sail off into the horizon without any cares? Did you know that planning for the non-financial side of retirement is just as important as the financial side? Patti and Kathleen talk about how to determine your retirement vision and how doing so along with number crunching is vital to when preparing for this next phase of life.
Key Take-Aways:
Don’t just focus on the day you are to retire. You actually need to think about what life...2018-12-1217 minBreaking Money SilenceIf I get any money, will I just lose it? | Episode 57
If I get any money, will I just lose it?
Episode 57
Why bother saving money because you’ll either just spend it or give it away. Kathleen and Paulette discuss this myth and the psychology behind saving money and roadblocks to being financially healthy.
Key Take-Aways:
Understand your money history. Understanding your money history is crucial to understanding your mindset about money, savings, spending, and investing. It is the first step toward changing an unhealthy financial habit.
Be compassionate to yourself. Knowing who you are and how you relate to money can h...2018-11-2816 minBreaking Money SilenceAs a stay-at-home parent, am I financially protected once I’m married? | Episode 56
As a stay-at-home parent, am Ifinancially protected onceI’m married?
Episode 56
Lisa and Kathleen delve into the myth that as a stay-at-home parent, you don’t have to worry about finances. Getting married can offer many benefits, including financial ones. It can also bring some devastating financial consequences. Couples who don’t talk about money before they get married might find themselves in a situation where they feel they are shouldering more of the financial burden than their partner. Having these hard conversations before getting married sets financial expectations from the be...2018-11-1418 minBreaking Money SilenceCan single women be financially successful? | Episode 54
Can single women be financiallysuccessful?
Episode 54
In our society, women still are expected to get married as a way of securing their financial future. However, the modern day woman is often putting off marriage until her career is established or forgoing walking down the aisle altogether. In this episode, Jackie Porter talks with Kathleen about how the myth that single women can’t be financially successful without a man hurts her clients and why she has dedicated her career to empowering women to be money smart.
Key Take Aways:
Wom...2018-10-0323 minBreaking Money SilenceIs it inevitable that my kids will control my finances? | Episode 53
Is it inevitable that my kids willcontrol my finances?
Episode 53
At a young age, Stacy’s mother taught her to invest, and the money she made from her portfolio allowed her to pursue her passion for rescuing animals. In this episode, Kathleen interviews Stacy about her belief that parents should empower their children from a young age to invest in the stock market and how it is inevitable that your kids (or the next generation) will control your finances as you age.
Key Take Aways:
Women are great financial ro...2018-09-1925 minBreaking Money SilenceWill robo-advisors replace human advisors? | Episode 52
Will robo-advisors replacehuman advisors?
Episode 52
Will robo-advisors replace human advisors? Find out one thought leader’s opinion in this episode. Listen in as Kathleen interviews Steve about his work at AdvicePeriod and his view of how advisors need to embrace change to best serve their clients.
Key Take Aways:
Technology helps advisors better serve you. If you are a do-it-yourselfer now, then you probably will embrace robo-advisors. However, if you prefer to meet with an advisor in person, this technology will only enhance your advisor’s customer service.
Women tend...2018-08-2100 minBreaking Money SilenceIs philanthropy only for the super wealthy? | Episode 51
Is philanthropy only for thesuper wealthy?
Episode 51
Is being philanthropic one of your life’s goals but you believe you have to be wealthy or have lots of extra cash lying around? There are many ways to be philanthropic for the charities or organizations you want to support and it doesn’t always mean having an open checkbook. Kathleen and Michael bust the myth that philanthropy is not just for the super wealthy. Sit back and listen to an enlightening conversation about how you can be involved in social causes without giving away...2018-08-0818 minBreaking Money SilenceAre people rational consumers? | Episode 50
Are people rational consumers?
Episode 50
Shame, guilt, and fear are the three strongest influences that stop people from talking about money. Listen to Kathleen’s interview with Crystal Arnold about the emotional side of money and learn some ways to get past the emotion and the influence of mainstream media to start money conversations with loved ones and become a more engaged, holistic consumer.
Key Take Aways:
Increase your financial awareness. Ways to be a rational consumer include doing a budget, checking prices, and doing comparison shopping.
Become self-aware. Looking beneath the...2018-07-2500 minBreaking Money SilenceDoes frugality equal deprivation? | Episode 48
Does frugality equal deprivation?
Episode 48
When you hear the word “frugal” do you actually hear the word “cheap”? According to Liz Thames, frugality gets a bad rap in our culture. Listen to Kathleen’s interview with Liz Thames, aka “Mrs. Frugalwoods” about how being frugal can actually bring you joy and many positive benefits. And, how she practices what she preaches.
Key Take Aways:
Frugality is not deprivation. Frugality gives you an opportunity to save where you might not have been able to save before. You can start it today by choosing to sp...2018-06-2700 minBreaking Money SilenceIs everyone saving for the future but me? | Episode 47
Is everyone saving for thefuture but me?
Episode 47
In this episode, Kathleen asks Matt and Michael about the danger in comparing your financial behaviors to others. As three financial educators who believe that money is more than numbers, listen in as the emotional side of saving and spending is explored. Learn tips for letting go of money shame and living a more authentic and value-driven financial life.
What You Need To Know:
Stop comparing your financial habits to others. Outward appearances may look different than reality. How you use...2018-06-0600 minBreaking Money SilenceIs there a connection between your health and your wealth? | Episode 46
Is there a connection betweenyour health and your wealth?
Episode 46
One of the greatest causes of stress for people can be money. A vicious cycle can occur – money issues cause stress, stress can lead to serious health issues, and health issues can result in more financial struggles. In this episode, Kathleen interviews Komal Minhas about how through personal experience she learned the importance of self-care, and that health and wealth are truly connected.
Take Aways:
Work addiction is a problem that can cause serious illness and even death. While it...2018-05-2300 minBreaking Money SilenceDoes getting a prenup mean we will divorce? | Episode 45
Does getting a prenup meanwe will divorce?
Episode 45
Does the idea of a prenup worry you that you have set the scene for a divorce or raise trust issues? While many believe that signing a prenup predicts divorce, it is actually a great way to break money silence before you walk down the aisle. Listen in as Kathleen interviews Amanda about how to bust this myth wide open and start communicating about money before you say “I do.”
Key Take Aways:
All couples have a prenup even if you don’t...2018-05-0900 minBreaking Money SilenceIs financial planning just all about the numbers? | Episode 44
Is financial planning just all aboutthe numbers?
Episode 44
Traditional financial planning focused on producing a plan with lots of numbers, charts, and graphs. This can leave clients feeling that finance is complex and hard to understand. For some clients, especially women, the perceived judgment by financial professionals gets in the way of them taking care of themselves financially. In this episode, Kathleen interviews Stephanie, an advisor dedicated to busting the myth that planning is all about the numbers and showing her clients that they can be empowered by working with a client-centric p...2018-04-2500 minBreaking Money SilenceAre my kids are too young to teach them about money? | Episode 43
Are my kids are too young toteach them about money?
Episode 43
When is it the ‘right time’ to start teaching our kids about money? How do you teach them about finance in ways that they will understand? In today’s episode, Kathleen interviews Justin Pullaro, Co-Founder of Small Change, to find out the best age to start money conversations with your children and how to make it fun and engaging. Listen to discover tips and tools for empowering your children, grandchildren, or nieces and nephews about finance.
Key Take Aways:
The...2018-04-1100 minBreaking Money SilenceDo women have lower financial IQ than men? | Episode 42
Do women have lower financialIQ than men?
Episode 42
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Adrienne Penta is truly a breaking money silence revolutionary! In this episode, Kathleen and Adrienne debunk the myth that women are less financially literate than men. Using statistics and her wealth of knowledge on the topic, Adrienne shows women and their advisors how to bust this falsehood and instead work at having a collaborative, and a...2018-03-2800 minBreaking Money SilenceIs it true that to be a true artist you must starve? | Episode 41
Is it true that to be a true artistyou must starve?
Episode 41
Do you really need to be a starving artist as you pursue your life’s passion? Many artists do allow the everyday pressures of simply making ends meet limit their growth and affect their money mindset. Kathleen interviews Erin Bagwell, director of the film Dream, Girl, about the myth that to be a true artist you must be poor and starving.
Key Take Aways:
Many people are uncomfortable talking about money, but practice helps. Make time to prac...2018-02-2800 minBreaking Money SilenceWill your business get you to retirement by itself? | Episode 40
Will your business get you toretirement by itself?
Episode 40
Owning and running your own business has many aspects to it including if you want to sell your business in the future. Many business owners don’t realistically plan their exit strategy and believe that working hard in the business will reap financial rewards sufficient to fund their retirement. In this episode, Kathleen interviews Josh about the steps business owners need to take now to build a sustainable business that is saleable tomorrow.
Take Aways:
Be honest about your business. Is...2018-02-0700 minBreaking Money SilenceFor the average American, are mutual funds the only place to invest your savings? | Episode 39
For the average American, aremutual funds the only place toinvest your savings?
Episode 39
Janice Shade firmly believes that you have more investment options than many people are aware of and that crowdfunding is the wave of the future. Listen to this episode, as Kathleen interviews Janice about how you can invest in small, local businesses and see a return on investment right in your backyard. (Note: The contents of this episode should not be considered investment advice.)
Key Take Aways:
Investing in a local venture still has ri...2018-01-2400 minBreaking Money SilenceWill I know when I need help managing my finances when I’m old? | Episode 38
Will I know when I need helpmanaging my finances whenI’m old?
Episode 38
People tend to be in denial about needing help managing their finances and everyday life routines as they get older. The consequences of not talking about and planning for the aging process with your family can be emotionally and financially devastating. The good news is financial planners like Carolyn McClanahan know the risks are high and work with their clients and other advisors to make sure these conversations are occurring. In this episode, Kathleen interviews Carolyn about th...2018-01-1000 minBreaking Money SilenceAre women not interested in finance? | Episode 37
Are women not interestedin finance?
Episode 37
Join Kathleen and her guest Kathleen Peace as they bust this myth wide open and show you how women are just as savvy and interested in finances as men. Find out how even women who are labeled as “gold diggers” are demonstrating their interest in money and wealth, and discover tips for challenging your thinking when it comes to this fallacy.
Key Take Aways:
Women investors and traders actually perform better than their male counterparts due to their calm, and more methodical approach to m...2017-12-1800 minBreaking Money SilenceShould men manage the money? | Episode 36
Should men manage the money?
Episode 36
The myth that men should manage the money is one that many women succumb to when they get married. This includes women who for years managed their own money during college and at the beginning of a career. However, approximately 80% of women will end up having to manage their money without a partner at some point in their life due to divorce or the death of a spouse. Stacy and Kathleen investigate this myth and how it can severely disadvantage women throughout their lives.
Key Take...2017-10-2521 minBreaking Money SilenceShould parents protect their children from college financing decisions? | Episode 35
Should parents protect theirchildren from college financingdecisions?
Episode 35
The college selection process is complex and stressful, and many parents fail to discuss the long-term financial ramifications of taking on student loan debt with their children. In today’s episode, Kathleen and Ryan discuss how many parents try to protect their children by not talking about money, but do the family a disservice by not engaging in this important and enlightening conversation. Ryan offers tips for involving your children in the college funding decision-making process and how doing so can help th...2017-10-1124 minBreaking Money SilenceIs all spending bad? | Episode 34
Is all spending bad?
Episode 34
Many of us grew up with the financial psychology mindset that spending money is bad. For example, do you cringe when you spend money or feel guilty? Do you hide your spending from family members? If so, then today’s episode is for you. Kathleen interviews Brittney Castro about spending – the good and the bad – and busts the myth that all spending is bad. Listen in and you may find that this show affects your spending habits and your romantic relationships.
Key Take Aways:
Conscientious spending is an...2017-09-2521 minBreaking Money SilenceAre only male entrepreneurs interested in growing their businesses? | Episode 33
Are only male entrepreneursinterested in growing theirbusinesses?
Episode 33
There are many myths about entrepreneurship that can reinforce stereotypes, one of which is that only men want to grow their businesses. Kathleen and Ann bust open this myth and teach listeners the facts about female entrepreneurs and their desire to compete with the big boys. Listen in to their discussion about how women entrepreneurs can position themselves for growth, obtain venture capital, and overcome roadblocks they may face in the process.
Key Take Aways:
Women entrepreneurs are interested...2017-09-1321 minBreaking Money SilenceIs it true I don’t need to talk about finances before getting married? | Episode 32
Is it true I don’t need to talk aboutfinances before getting married?
Episode 32
Not talking about money is the number two reason couples divorce according to Marriage.com. But couples who discuss money matters regularly act as a team and report greater levels of satisfaction with their partners. In today’s episode, Kathleen and Julie Lawrence, CFP®, examine the myth that couples don’t need to talk about finances before getting married. Listen in and learn some tips for talking about money with your honey!
Key Take Aways:
Julie s...2017-08-3020 minBreaking Money SilenceDoes keeping business costs as low as possible maximize profits? | Episode 31
Does keeping business cost aslow as possible maximize profits?
Episode 31
Many business owners believe they should maximize their profits by keeping their expenses as low as possible. In this episode, Ken Lizotte and Kathleen explore when, how, and why to invest in yourself and in your business and how that leads to sustainable profitability. As you find out, spending money to develop skills or expand your business can actually set you apart from the competition. It is what both these successful thought leaders have done, so listen in and find out how...2017-08-2324 minBreaking Money SilenceWhy should I worry about money if some day my prince will come? | Episode 30
Why should I worry about moneyif some day my prince will come?
Episode 30
Women can have a love/hate relationship with money. Even in today’s society, some women feel they are not going to be attractive to a mate if they are financially put together. Barbara Stanny and Kathleen delve into the notion that women are still waiting for Prince Charming to rescue them financially instead of empowering themselves to learn about investments and money management. Listen in as they discuss the importance of busting this myth wide open so that wo...2017-07-0525 minBreaking Money SilenceIs it true couples don’t need to talk about money? | Episode 29
Is it true couples don’t needto talk about money?
Episode 29
As a child, Dori grew up recognizing different money mindsets by watching her parents’ financial habits. Couples may have a division of labor when it comes to finances; but, it is important they talk about them so they know what questions should be asked in times of crisis. Dori and Kathleen explore this myth and why it is important that couples need to talk about money and that is actually an act of love.
Key Take Aways:
Use “I” sta...2017-06-2127 minBreaking Money SilenceIs a man a plan? | Episode 28
Is a man a plan?
Episode 28
A man is a plan is a myth many women, unfortunately, use to avoid dealing with their finances. In this podcast, listen to Kathleen interview Paula about how to break this myth down so you can start to make simple decisions every day to reach financial security.
Listen in and discover:
Why it is important to take care of yourself financially and not wait until you are married to let your partner do it for you.
How to practice the “set it and forget” method of s...2017-06-0723 minBreaking Money SilenceIs it okay to ignore your finances? | Episode 27
Is it okay to ignore your finances?
Episode 27
When business owners buy into the myth that it is okay to ignore your finances, their bottom line probably suffers. In this episode, Kathleen interviews Anne about how not knowing “your numbers” negatively affects your business and how more female business owners than men may suffer from this myth.
Listen and learn:
Why financial knowledge is power, and how learning more about your business finances boosts confidence.
How to take one small step at a time to get organized and how working with a boo...2017-05-2426 minBreaking Money SilenceBecause you only live once, isn’t planning unnecessary? | Episode 26
Because you only live once,isn’t planning unnecessary?
Episode 26
In this episode, Kathleen talks to Kelly about the myth, “Planning is unnecessary because you only live once.” When people buy into this myth they often wait too long to seek the help of an advisor. Kelly busts this myth open and discusses the importance of financially planning for the future so you can enjoy today.
Listen and discover:
How planning for the future now, gives you many more choices when it comes to how you want to live in retire...2017-05-1023 minBreaking Money SilenceDo couples need to be equally involved in managing money? | Episode 25
Do couples need to be equallyinvolved in managing money?
Episode 25
The idea that couples don’t need to be equally involved in managing money sounds contrary to popular financial planning mindsets. Kathleen and Julie discuss what happens when both individuals in a couple are not equally involved in finances, how to handle expectations, and improve effective communications around money. Listeners walk away with tips on how to reframe the money conversation, decide who is better equipped to take the lead on execution vs. vision for finances, and how advisors can help draw bo...2017-04-1224 minBreaking Money SilenceIs it true that I can’t save money? | Episode 24
Is it true that I can’t save money?
Episode 24
If couples have problems talking about money, just imagine how hard it is for them to teach their kids about money. As a parent, you may avoid money conversations because they can be an emotional or uncomfortable. If you are a teacher, you may not feel qualified to teach about money. But in today’s society of instant gratification, teaching our kids about money, money habits, and attitudes is vital if we want the next generation to have sound financial habits and a secure futur...2017-03-1525 minBreaking Money SilenceShould you always financially take care of your family? | Episode 23
Should you always financially takecare of your family?
Episode 23
When do you, or should you, stop taking care of your family financially and does this myth affect women and wealth more than men? The idea that you should let your family deal with the consequences of their financial choices may be harder for women to handle than men. In today’s episode, Kathleen and Rianka explore this money mindset and how it negatively affects having financially responsible family members.
Rianka R. Dorsainvil, CFP® is the Founder and President of Your Grea...2017-02-1522 minBreaking Money SilenceIs money the root of all evil? | Episode 22
Is money the root of all evil?
Episode 22
How many times have you heard that money is the root of all evil? Actually, the true phrase is “for the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil.” Quite a different meaning, isn’t it? Listen to Megan and Kathleen discuss how believing that money is the root of all evil affects your financial health and how you can change that mindset by shifting your understanding that there is nothing wrong with money or the possession of money. It is only when money...2017-02-0122 minBreaking Money SilenceWill aging parents communicate with you about money? | Episode 21
Will aging parents communicatewith you about money?
Episode 21
Does talking to your parents about money make you feel like a child? As our parents age, we may find ourselves in the position of parent in many aspects. Kelly and Kathleen delve into this money myth in today’s episode. Listen and learn how to approach your parents for this difficult conversation.
Key Take Aways:
Starting the conversation with loving intent.
Acknowledging your parents’ difficult feelings about the topic.
Introducing the idea and then letting them set up a time late...2017-01-1824 minBreaking Money SilenceWith enough money, will life be perfect? | Episode 20
With enough money,will life be perfect?
Episode 20
Do you ever think that once you have enough money, you will have more time, energy, and no more problems? It’s not that simple! The myth, with enough money – life will be perfect, can be a great motivator but may lead to a letdown if you don’t have a clear idea about how retirement will look for you. Listen to Kathleen and Nancy talk about how resources are limited and we still have to make choices. Retirement takes work!
Nancy C. Nelson...2016-11-3023 minBreaking Money SilenceShould family finances be managed and controlled by one person? | Episode 19
Should family finances be managedand controlled by one person?
Episode 19
Should family finances handled or controlled by only one person in the family? Elaine and Kathleen delve into this myth and examine how getting the entire family involved in financial discussions and decisions can actually strengthen the family. It also will prepare and educate kids to be able to make responsible financial decisions as they leave home and start their own careers. Their advice is to not give up, it may not always be easy but it can be very rewarding.
2016-11-1623 minBreaking Money SilenceDo you have to work hard for money? | Episode 18
Do you have to work hardfor money?
Episode 18
Is it really necessary to work 80-hour weeks? Give up time with family and friends to make money? In this podcast, listen to Brittney Castro, financial planner, and Kathleen delve into this myth. Learn the origins of this myth and the steps you can take to overcome it and leave peacefully with money.
Brittney Castro, CFP®, CRPC®, AAMS® and Founder of Financially Wise Women, has a passion for teaching women and couples in their 30s and 40s the art of managing money – the fun...2016-11-0224 minBreaking Money SilenceIs financial success is the same as financial health? | Episode 15
Is financial success the same asfinancial health?
Episode 15
Financial success is viewed in our culture as the only real indicator of our worth. However, success only looks at the numbers, and neglects the other components that contribute to financial health. In this interview, Julie and Kathleen discuss what it means to be truly happy with your relationship with money and the steps you can take to be more mindful around money.
Julie Fortin, MSF, CFP®, is a Wealth Manager and Money Coach at Northstar Financial Planning, a fee-only, financial life pl...2016-09-2124 minBreaking Money SilenceDoes charging higher fees make it harder to get clients? | Episode 14
Does charging higher feesmake it harder to get clients?
Episode 14
If you raise your fees will your clients disappear? Steve and Kathleen discuss the myth that charging higher fees makes it harder to get clients. Whether you are a financial advisor or a small business owner, the struggle to set and ask for money can be challenging. Listen in and discover how to bust this myth wide open and work with more of your ideal clients.
Stephen Wershing, CFP®is President of The Client Driven Practice, a firm that employs a...2016-09-0720 min
Woman Owned: The Growth Podcast for Women Entrepreneurs[FFL 59] Transform Your Money Mindset with Kathleen Burns KingsburyEP59 Transform Your Money Mindset with Kathleen Burns Kingsbury Do you think you could be sabotaging your earning potential simply by the mindset you have about money? Could your attitude, beliefs, and relationship with money affect your revenue potential? On today’s episode, I’m joined by wealth psychology expert and founder of KBK Wealth Connection, Kathleen Burns Kingsbury. Kathleen’s mission at KBK is to teach financial service professionals how to connect, communicate, and collaborate more effectively with their clients, to help them increase client retention and improve profitability. 2016-08-2636 minBreaking Money SilenceWho said money and knowing where to shop can’t buy happiness? | Episode 11
Who said money and knowingwhere to shop can’t buy happiness?
Episode 11
More than 18 million Americans are shopaholics and the myth that shopping can buy happiness permeates our society. Join Dr. Benson and Kathleen as they talk about compulsive buying and how your mindset about shopping can be part of the problem, and part of the solution. Dr. Benson explains how shopping is actually a process of searching (for a life partner, a travel experience, or an adventure) and how she uses this concept to help clients recover from this financially devastating dis...2016-07-2727 minBreaking Money SilenceWhy won’t making more money make you happy? | Episode 10
Why won’t making more moneymake you happy?
Episode 10
In today’s episode, Eric and Kathleen talk about the myth “Why making more money won’t make you happy.” This myth is personal to Eric as he learned that money doesn’t make you happy or sad, but work/life balance does. Interestingly enough, finding this work/life balance may be easier for the Millennial generation than others. Listen in to hear Eric and Kathleen delve into how to reframe this myth, and how to focus on what truly makes you happy.
Eric R...2016-07-1322 minBreaking Money SilenceIs financial literacy only for those in poverty?
Is financial literacy only for
those in poverty?
Rhonda Noordyk, Founder & CEO of The Women’s Financial Wellness Center, LLC and Certified Women’s Leadership Coach, joined Kathleen on this episode. Together they discussed the false belief that only those without money need financial literacy training. Rhonda shares her experience starting a for-profit center focused on educating and supporting women in transition such as death of a spouse or divorce. She provides tips on how to bust through this myth (Hint: Become aware, tolerate uncomfortable feelings and then decide what, if anything, to change.)
2016-06-2919 minBreaking Money SilenceIs it true that women entrepreneurs aren’t interested in growing their business? | Episode 9
Is it true that womenentrepreneurs aren’t interestedin growing their business?
Episode 9
Women business owners are diverse as they don’t all think, act, and plan the same way. The majority do want to grow their businesses, but what motivates them to do so can be different than what motivates their male counterparts. Listen to today’s episode as Kathleen and Sherri talk about women entrepreneurs, how they view risk and business growth differently, and discover tips for more successfully working with this segment of clients. Hint: Start by letting go of...2016-06-1519 minBreaking Money SilenceCan money be a sign of how many people you’ve helped? | Episode 8
Can money be a sign of howmany people you’ve helped?
Episode 8
As most myths, the myth ‘Money is a sign of how many people you’ve helped’ is a blend of truth and story. Chris and Kathleen talk about the upside and downside of giving or helping people and how it impacts our relationship with money. The upside of this myth is that the more you help people, the more money can flow to you. Money flows to purpose. The downside is that if you help too much (perhaps by ‘helping’ good people...2016-06-0121 minBreaking Money SilenceAre you a prisoner of your money history? | Episode 7
Are you a prisonerof your money history?
Episode 7
Our money history affects how we relate to money throughout our life. These childhood experiences leave both positive and negative impressions and impact our financial behavior in adulthood. Listen in as Kathleen and Michael discuss how you can break free from being a prisoner of your money history and live a “rich” life no matter what your net worth.
Michael F. Kay, CFP® is President of Financial Life Focus, a fee-only multi-advisor financial life planning firm and the author of The Feel Rich Pro...2016-05-1823 minBreaking Money SilenceIs selling undignified? | Episode 6
Is selling undignified??
Episode 6
Join Kathleen and Eleanor for an enlightening conversation as they explore this myth. Eleanor discusses how most women entrepreneurs fall into this false belief and fail to invest enough time into the marketing and sales part of their businesses. Listen and discover how to defy this way of thinking and start clearly asking or the sale.
Eleanor Beaton is the founder of Fierce Feminine Leadership. She is an award-winning journalist, speaker and women’s leadership coach. Eleanor helps emerging and established women leaders step into their power, dial up...2016-05-0422 minBreaking Money SilenceDo I have to know everything about money to feel safe? | Episode 5
Do I have to know everythingabout money to feel safe?
Episode 5
Kathleen interviews Shell Tain, a certified money coach and friend, about one of her favorite money myths. Shell discusses how this unhealthy money script can give a person a false sense of control and get in the way of true intimacy between partners. By the end of their time together, they both agree a healthier belief is to allow others to “engage in money with me” and share this part of our lives.
Shell Tain is a credentialed certified coach, a...2016-04-2020 minBreaking Money SilenceDo I have to be involved in the family finances? | Episode 4
Do I have to be involved inthe family finances?
Episode 4
In today’s episode, Kathleen interviews Louis Tranquilli, owner of Tranquilli Financial Advisor. Together they explore the unhealthy money script that only one partner needs to be involved with the family finances. Lou often sees this belief in his clients and how this negatively impacts one or both partners. Lou also offers some personal and professional insights into how to become more involved in the family finances, even if it’s not your passion.
Louis Tranquilli is the owner of Tranqu...2016-04-0620 minBreaking Money SilenceDoes money have to be a struggle? | Episode 2
Does money have to be a struggle?
Episode 2
Today, Kathleen explores Sheri’s money myth that “Money has to be a Struggle” and helps her bust it wide open.
Sheri Fitts is a creative force in financials services marketing infusing educational programs, marketing packages, and speaking engagements with solutions and strategies.
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Should men be the primarybreadwinners in the family?
Episode 1
Today, Kathleen explores Lauran’s money myth that “Men should be the primary breadwinners in a family” and helps her bust it wide open.
Lauran Star, a leading Diversity and Inclusion Psychologist (ABD), works closely with leadership and human resource management focusing on organizations most important business asset – their employee’s.
A best-selling author and the founder of LS Consulting Group, Lauran has over two decade of human resource/ leadership experience with Fortune 500 companies; helping them create an organizational culture that...2016-02-1721 min