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Do I need to do things differently?
Do I need to do things differently?
For most people, this question never gets asked. Why? Because nothing feels obviously wrong. You and your spouse have good jobs. Decent income, maybe
Apr 22, 2026 2 min read
Pro Consequences, Pro Preparation: Build Your Cushion
Pro Consequences, Pro Preparation: Build Your Cushion
Alright, it’s Wednesday. Time to lock in and level up on emergency funds and accountability buffers. For college athletes, a pro style reality
Jan 28, 2026 1 min read
Win with Patience
Win with Patience
Delayed gratification is a performance skill. I saw a clip recently where Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza said delayed gratification is one of the greatest
Jan 10, 2026 1 min read
College Athletes: The 15-Minute Tax & Money Routine Before Classes Start
College Athletes: The 15-Minute Tax & Money Routine Before Classes Start
Before classes hit full speed, take 15 minutes and run a few smart money plays. It’s simple, it’s repeatable, and it can
Jan 7, 2026 2 min read
Start!
Start!
Helping people build strong money habits early in their career is one of the highest-impact things we can do. In my coaching conversations, I
Dec 16, 2025 2 min read
Cups of cash!
Cups of cash!
Many households have twenty to thirty cups on hand between mugs, tumblers, and water bottles. We just added a couple more to our “collection”
Nov 19, 2025 3 min read
Game plan for the nice list
Game plan for the nice list
The holidays can be joyful without becoming stressful. A little planning now lets you enjoy the season and feel good about how you spent
Nov 12, 2025 2 min read
Start simple: look back once, then look forward for 10 days
Start simple: look back once, then look forward for 10 days
Grab a notes app, a piece of paper, or a bare-bones spreadsheet to get a simple start. Step 1 (10–15 minutes): Open last
Oct 31, 2025 2 min read
Start Here: Game Plan Money
Start Here: Game Plan Money
If you’re here, you’re probably ready to take control of your money—even if it feels messy, confusing, or a little hopeless
Oct 31, 2025 1 min read