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Seriously Though PodcastWine, Wealth & Your Work WeekAlisa shares about her virtual wine tasting adventures and how to think about your week. Michael talks about investments and the elements of building wealth. If you have questions for Michael or Alisa (or both of us), please submit them for “Serious Fam Q&A” at seriouslythoughpodcast@gmail.com or @seriouslythoughpod. More from Alisa: Happy Cactus Club | @thehappycactusclub More from Michael: @michaeldm
2021-08-0233 min
Smooth PodcastSharing your story with the world with Alisa Manjarrez.Alisa Manjarrez has not one but two shows!
In this episode, she shares her experience in the podcasting world for fun and for work. What a better way to share your story with the world than through a podcast. This happened to Alisa and Michael, her brother, with whom she started Seriously Though. Alisa also goes through her development process and the importance of having a team to rely on.
Listen to tips and hacks of podcasting from the hand of the best in the industry!
2021-07-1216 minSeriously Though PodcastBonus Episode: Talkin’ About Fresno’s BestEvery city has their unique charm. For us and our hometown of Fresno, CA, we brought in one of Fresno’s newest fans, Jordan Maddox. Jordan hosts Fresno’s Best Podcast, a podcast showcasing the movers, shakers and changemakers of the Central Valley. Join us as we discuss booze, books, and some Fresno faves. Serious Talking Points: The best options for non-alcoholic beers Why you should go to Lodi, CA for wine-tasting Beet roots - good for lattes or the best farmers market finds? Fresno’s new Mediterranean spot: Mayd Is Me n Ed’s really...
2021-06-1527 minSeriously Though PodcastHow to Find Your Spark and Create Your PathWe are all unique beings with unique skills and talents. At some point in your journey through life, someone might have urged you to “find your spark.” But what does this truly mean? Some discover their path early in their lives, while others continue to search in vain. We even doubt ourselves without realizing only we steer our lives. So create what you want to create — and that goes the same with our life journey. In this episode, Alisa talks about her journey toward becoming a Vision Producer. She delves into the story behind finding her spark and el...
2021-05-0611 min
The No Focus Radio Hour: Fresno and Beyond since 2012 - PodcastThe no Focus Radio Hour Ep 65: "We need Vision." With Special Guests From - Seriously Though PodcastThe no Focus Radio Hour Ep 65: "We need Vision." With Special Guests - Seriously Though PodcastSpecial Guests: Michael Manjarrez and Alisa Manjarrez from Seriously Though Podcasthttp://seriouslythoughpodcast.com/Michael is a Wealth Adviser and Alisa is a Vision Producer. On their podcast you can expect Michael to reveal tips to save, manage, and invest your money. Alisa will share best practices on getting clarity on your vision, creating a strategy, and making it happen!We all discuss:
2021-04-161h 05Seriously Though PodcastBad Vermouth, Bee’s Knees, and Balance SheetsAnd being yourself! When you focus on your natural gifts instead of what you think you should be doing, you’ll run into a wall every time. Alisa and Michael talk about strengths and weaknesses and financial assets and liabilities to help you find balance in your life and in your pocketbook. Serious Talking Points: PSA: Vermouth is only good for three months Focus on working from your strengths, not your weaknesses Keep a balance sheet! Know your Net Worth Total Assets (own) - Total Liabilities (owe) = Net Worth Review your balance sheet regularly to know wh...
2021-03-2531 minSeriously Though PodcastTake Your Money For A WalkSummary: In today’s episode, Michael and Alisa get right down to business! Michael discusses the importance of creating and using a spending plan to reach your financial goals. Alisa shares other powerful benefits of going for a walk to beat work-from-home burnout. Serious Talking Points: Spending Plan vs. Budget With a spending plan, you get to decide and direct where your money goes and how it is spent Give your money a “job” and make it work for you Do the more important things more and the less important things less! 5 reasons why you should seriously consider going for a pu...
2021-02-2435 minSeriously Though PodcastThe Bachelor, Goal-Setting & Leaning into Your StrengthsIn this episode, Alisa and Michael talk beer (and of course, wine), The Bachelor, and music. Seriously though, Alisa and Michael also share ideas on learning, growing, living in your strengths, and financial goal-setting as an important component of creating your own financial plan. Music Picks:Michael: Classical music all the way, but a bit of Muse here and there pumps him up.Alisa: Anything to slow her down, like Classical Chill on Apple Music or Minimalist Classical. Serious Talking Points: Alisa, thanks to their last episode and the help of her...
2021-02-0335 minSeriously Though PodcastCreate The Life Of Your Dreams & The Wealth To Go With ItAlisa and Michael welcome 2021 by ditching the old intro that included Le Croix (sorry, not sorry) and announcing they’re streaming live in their new Facebook group: Seriously Though | Facebook. The celebratory mood continues as they share how they spent their New Year’s. (Michael donned a suit and had some French champagne while Alisa and their mom bonded over Gilmore Girls and a bottle of Prosecco) Seriously though, this episode is all about how to create the life of your dreams and the wealth to go with it. Serious Talking Points: Alisa takes a wea...
2021-01-2934 minSeriously Though PodcastThe Power of the PauseSummary: In today’s episode, Michael and Alisa discuss the importance of taking breaks, giving your brain a break, and stepping back to look at what’s crucial to move forward. With that comes a break for this podcast, too. The plan is to come back stronger than ever in 2021. Thank you for listening, Serious Fam! Social Media Picks: Take a Break...Never Give Up by Beyond Endo Your Spending Habits Make You Rich, Not Your Salary by Clever Girl Finance Serious Talking Points: Zero-Sugar Gatorade - yay or nay? Register for...
2020-11-1126 minSeriously Though PodcastHow Do You Explore Your Cultural Identity?Do you say “taco” or “thaco”? “Queso” or “Kay-so”? As 4th generation Mexican-Americans, we connect to our culture in different ways than our first generation relatives and friends. Today we talk about what it means for us to be Latino and how we express our own cultural identities as siblings, in honor of Latino Heritage Month. Spoiler alert: music is a huge part of our cultural identities. Here are the songs and playlists we mention, specifically: Las Mañanitas - origin and lyrics Sobre Las Olas - a Mexican Waltz, info at Journal of the Society of American Music...
2020-10-0923 minSeriously Though PodcastRobo-Advisors & How to Find a MentorWhat day is it again? Seems like every day is a blur, but our wine game is staying strong and we hope you are, too. Michael and Alisa talk about wine bargain buys, movies to watch and our COVID lives. We also talk about Robo-Advisors (aka investment apps on your phone) and how to find a mentor to show you the ropes and make your life a little easier. Social media picks:10 Movies for Investors “Service Can often lighten your burdens and make your challenges seem less hard.” Serious Talking points: Wine...
2020-09-1731 minSeriously Though PodcastHow to Carve Your Own PathThey say life is what you make of it, so why not make it? Why not create the life you want? In this episode, we share our experiences learning to carve our own paths, and ignoring the haters along the way. Oh, and we talk a bit about Angry Birds, too! Social media picks:How Angry Birds Got Started Decide What You Stand For Serious Talking points: Figure out what you value and what’s important to you (Michael talks about his experiences not wanting to work for a bank anymore) Ask yo...
2020-08-3135 minSeriously Though PodcastThe Truths About Debt & FailureHaving debt doesn’t make you a failure. Failing doesn’t make you a failure. In this episode, we talk about getting comfortable with our shortcomings so we can learn from them and continue to move forward with our goals. First, what we’re watching on Netflix: Fastest Cars, The Single Wives, Indian Matchmaking, Love on the Spectrum, The Last Dance, The Office (still). Shoutouts: @debtfreesis, @touristyaf & @natnatpena from @thehappycactusclub! 3 Ways to Get Comfortable with Failure Serious Talking points: Michael says educational debt is worth the investment. Do you agree? How yo...
2020-08-0636 minSeriously Though PodcastMid-Year Financial Review & Becoming More Present with OthersRemember your 2020 goals? Us, neither. Well, half of us (*ahem, Alisa*). But that’s what this episode is all about; a quick financial check-in & tips on how to be a better listener and be more present with others. Michael always has ingredients for negroni cocktails on hand, so Alisa encourages him to up his vermouth game and try her twist on an Americano. Try it! Americano (w/ Cynar): 1.5 oz sweet vermouth1.5 oz cynar3 oz. club sodaOrange peel Serve over ice Seriously though, anyone can invest, anyone can...
2020-07-2231 minSeriously Though PodcastAround the World with Alisa & MichaelJoin us as we follow our taste buds around the world to learn about incredible foods from Pakistan, The Netherlands, France, Germany, Singapore, New York, and Puerto Rico. Our friends tell us what they're eating during COVID and share their tips on how to persevere through this pandemic. Severine Chaari, Beenish Saaed, Jantien Tap, Niiamah Ashong, Merary Simeon, and Jessica Labesehr talk to us about what’s going on in their countries and remind us that it really is a small world, after all! Our Serious Fam has incredible wisdom and insights to share regarding how...
2020-07-0247 minSeriously Though PodcastTake Control Over Your Schedule and Stock Market UncertaintyFrom elderflower cocktails to managing uncertainty in the stock market, we’ve got you covered! What’s that, you say? You also need help managing your weekly schedule? We got you, Serious Fam! In this episode, we share what we’re drinking during quarantine (see links below). Warren Buffet is famous for saying, “be fearful when the market is greedy and be greedy when the market is fearful.” Michael shares how to deal with fear and greed when the stock market swings (like, now). Then Alisa shows you how to take control over your week. You own you...
2020-05-2224 minSeriously Though PodcastWelcome to Alisa’s Grilled Cheese Sandwich Shop!Are you feeling lonely during this worldwide pandemic? Come to Alisa’s Grilled Cheese Sandwich Shop, where comfort food melts away isolation. Just by being there, you’ll have a deeper knowledge of the stock market, too! Have you ever wished you understood more of what they’re talking about on Shark Tank? In today’s episode, Michael makes you smart enough to be dangerous to your friends. Hint: grilled cheese is a necessary part of the equation. After that, Alisa opens up about her feelings of loneliness living by herself right now. She shares new realizations about fr...
2020-05-0235 minSeriously Though PodcastQuarantined Dating, Emotional Cycle of Investing & TransitionHappy Quarantine, y’all! If you’re single, this is the time to mingle! If you want to invest in the market, listen to Michael explaining the emotional cycle of investing. And, since we’re all in transition, decide which stage you think you’re in after hearing from Alisa. Today we’re talking about keeping your head straight when making money decisions. The stock market is a volatile place, especially now with the COVID-19 crisis, so if you make choices based on how you feel, it could hurt you in the long run. The same goes for when y...
2020-04-1528 minSeriously Though PodcastJoe Exotic, Lipstick & Financial Risk ToleranceToday we’re talking about Tiger King, how television has pivoted during COVID-19, what wines to look for right now and Lisa Frank. Seriously though, we’re also discussing risk when it comes to investing and exploring what it means to have a finite vs. infinite mindset when it comes to running your business. In 2008-2009, we saw the Lipstick Effect take place; cheaper lipstick and nailpolish sales increased, while luxury purchases decreased. What will come out of this worldwide pandemic that’s causing businesses to pause, close and reinvent themselves? And is it time to reinvent your dr...
2020-04-0336 minSeriously Though PodcastIs Love Blind? Plus 401(k) plans and Leadership TalkAlisa catches Michael up on the number one Netflix show Love is Blind. Michael explains Bear Market vs. Bull Market in light of COVID-19. Then, Alisa explains the second practice of exemplary leadership: Inspire a Shared Vision & Michael gives us the 411 on 401(k) plans. Continuing with part two of The Leadership Challenge series, Alisa and Michael discuss Apple Retail’s vision to enrich people’s lives. Having a shared vision increases productivity, efficiency and brings employees together. Then, Michael breaks down the basics of 401(k) plans. Over the course of your lifetime, it grows tax free...
2020-03-1930 minSeriously Though PodcastStock Market Activity, Defining RIA & Leadership Challenge Practice 1: Model the WayCoronavirus got you down? Does the stock market have you in a tizzy? In today’s episode, Michael gives a short history lesson on economic swings to help us make informed decisions on our investments. He also explains fiduciary responsibility and what it means to be a financial adviser working for an RIA. Then, Alisa asks us to ask ourselves, “what do I really want?” and gives some tips on how to get out of a never ending conversation. She also gives a full breakdown on the first practice of exemplary leadership from The Leadership Challenge: Model the Way. Do you...
2020-03-0432 minSeriously Though PodcastAnyone Can Be a Leader; Anyone Can Save & InvestDo you consider yourself a leader? In 4th grade, Michael was officially a leader, but Alisa wasn’t into it until later in life. Leadership isn’t about age, it’s about behavior. And so is saving and investing. Anyone (that means you!) can learn the best practices in leadership and the best practices in investing and saving. We’re laying down the basics for you in this episode! Today Alisa kicks off a leadership series, outlining The Five Practices of Exemplary Leadership® Model from The Leadership Challenge book. These practices include: Model the Way, Inspire a Shared Vi...
2020-02-1824 minSeriously Though PodcastGoing Deeper into Friendships and SavingHey, Serious Fam! We’re continuing the discussion on making friends and taking extra steps to get vulnerable with the friends you already have. Plus, Michael gives some concrete numbers on how much to save and how to make your money work best for you by paying yourself first. #seriousfamporvida Michael talks about the brands behind the Super Bowl LIV commercials (the cost of a 30-sec commercial? $5.6M) and how much investing in some of them would have paid off, even in only a year’s time. Alisa recommends that you subscribe to Harvard Business Revi...
2020-02-0432 minSeriously Though PodcastSaving vs. Investing & How To Make Friends as AdultsIn today’s episode, Michael answers Alisa’s money questions on saving vs. investing. He says, “the name of the game is to get in the game. Stop overthinking it and just start investing now to have the opportunity for future market gains.” Then Alisa shares tips on how to make friends as adults and reminds everyone that “people like you more than you know”! All you need to do is show up. The name of the friendship game is to go be a friend to someone and show up in places where you might make new ones. They also share r...
2020-01-2332 minSeriously Though PodcastGoing to the Movies Solo, Vision Boards, and Three Financial Must-HavesWhat Alisa’s liking on social: @bossladiesmindset, “When they tell you not to be eye candy, but to be soul food. Except you’re a multifaceted being. So you’re eye candy, soul food, & a spiritual warrior princess.” What Michael’s liking on social: @clarkfinancialsolutions, “Personal finance is 80% behavior and only 20% head knowledge.” Have you ever gone to the movies by yourself? Alisa recently saw Queen & Slim at the theaters and loved the film and the experience. Thinking about hosting a Vision Board Party? Read Alisa’s blog to get the scoop on how to focus on le...
2020-01-0620 minSeriously Though PodcastReach 2020 Goals with a Spending Plan and a Yearly ThemeMichael kicks us off on a serious note by discussing opportunity cost, how to create a spending plan, and various tools like eMoney, Quicken and Mint to help you track your expenses. It’s time to take the word “budget” out of your vocabulary and replace it with “spending plan” to help you focus on what’s important to you and spend accordingly. It allows you to be aware of your financial health and keep you on track with your goals. From there, Alisa shares that she’s been loving on Food and Wine's Instagram (How to Cut an Onion...
2020-01-0120 minSeriously Though PodcastMeet Michael and Alisa; Build Good Habits, Don’t ProcrastinateWelcome to our first episode! Michael Manjarrez and Alisa Manjarrez are brother and sister who are always sharing ideas ranging from whatever they’re obsessed with on tv to smart tips they give to their coaching and financial advising clients. As a financial adviser, Michael helps his clients plan for the future by strategically saving and investing their funds. As an executive coach, Alisa works with a range of high-performing leaders to coach their teams to success while staying on top of their game. In this episode, Michael gives a coffee shoutout to their dad, Tony Manjarrez, an...
2019-12-2825 min