It's Not Your Money Every time someone says they have a money problem, what they usually mean is that they do not like the number in their bank account. The balance feels too low. The margin feels too tight. The stress feels too constant. So th...

Mindset Isn’t the Problem...Avoidance Is Stop hiding behind mindset talk when action is what’s required. There are seasons where thinking positively, visualizing, or “getting your mind right” won’t move the needle. Mindset tools are helpful, but tru...

Saving money is almost always framed as a discipline problem. If you can’t save, the unspoken assumption is that you’re irresponsible, impulsive, or just "bad with money." You’ve probably told yourself this story before, especially after ano...

The excitement of the New Year is behind us, and many of us are already starting to feel the weight of those big financial goals we set for 2025. We started the year full of motivation, but if you're like most people, you're probably starting to wond...

The holiday season is here — a time for joy, giving, and...spending. Between gift exchanges, potlucks/ holiday dinners, and travel plans, it’s easy to get carried away in the holiday magic and find yourself starting the new year with regret (and a bi...

As the year comes to an end, now is the perfect time to get serious about your finances and make some smart money moves. Whether you’re just starting out or have been at it for a while, these tips will help you set a strong foundation for 2025 and be...

I'm just going to get to the point of what you're really thinking — you feel stuck when it comes to your money and you’re living paycheck-to-paycheck and you really have no idea how much you spent last month.But you know what? The number one reason w...

Navigating the realm of financial decisions, I've encountered my share of hurdles:⛔ I've found myself ensnared in credit card debt.⛔ I've felt the suffocating grasp of living paycheck to paycheck.⛔ I've turned to borrowing money f...

Are you tired of constantly feeling anxious about your finances, always living in panic mode, and uncertain about your financial future? You're not alone.Many people experience stress and worry when it comes to managing their money. But the good news...

Would you rather continue scrambling to find money you don’t have to pay bills you forgot and debts you’re too embarrassed to admit you racked up or would you rather change your financial circumstances in the next 30 days?January 1 will be here in 33...

I'm Shavonne, CEO of The Money Magnet Financial Coaching Services. My road to financial coach was wrought with a lot of personal debt. When I tell you I've been where you're at right now, I mean it. Before I get into my story let's talk a little abou...

What’s stopping you from achieving your financial goals?Is it a lack of time management? What about self-control around all of your spending? Or is it a lack of motivation?Bestie, you are the only one who can control what happens to your money.But yo...

Budgeting is hard…is the first thing I hear during money conversations.I never tell people it’s hard or easy, honestly only they can define what’s hard or easy, but I do tell them it’s simple.In my opinion, easy and simple are mutually exclusive thin...