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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