EP 131
Your Money Story
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Inside This Episode
In this episode of The Above Board Podcast, John Kennedy, CFP® explores ‘Your Money Story,’ a concept that reveals how past experiences shape our financial habits. Learn about different money personalities, including savers and spenders, and discover practical strategies like the 24-hour rule and mindful spending. John shares actionable tips used by high net worth families to achieve financial freedom.
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Three Biggest Insights
- Uncovering Your Money Personality for Better Financial Choices
- Mastering Cash Flow: The Power of Spending Down vs. Spending Up
- Building Wealth Through Financial Discipline and Patience
Key Takeaways
- Identify Your Money Personality: You have a unique financial behavior influenced by past experiences. Understanding it can help you make better financial decisions.
- The 24-Hour Rule: Before making big purchases, give yourself 24 hours to reflect. This pause can help reduce impulsive spending.
- Spending Down vs. Spending Up: Opt to use cash or a debit card instead of credit to stay connected to your spending and reduce unnecessary purchases.
- Consistency Beats Speed: Focus on making steady financial progress, like the tortoise, rather than trying to get rich quickly.
- Your Financial Story Is Rewritable: You have the power to change your financial habits and build a future of financial freedom by making small, consistent changes.