Optimal Finance Daily - Financial Ind...

Optimal Finance Daily, hosted by Diania Merriam, the innovative mind behind the personal finance conference EconoMe, takes you on an enlightening journey through the world of personal finance. Each episode brings to life the most compelling and practical advice from leading financial bloggers and experts. Diania’s engaging narration and insightful commentary transform complex financial concepts into relatable, actionable insights. Whether it’s budgeting, investing, debt management, or money mindfulness, she covers it all, making financial wisdom accessible to everyone.

Gain not just knowledge, but also the motivation to apply it in your daily life. It's not just a source of personal finance tips; it’s a daily companion that guides you towards financial independence and savvy money management, all delivered with Diania's trademark enthusiasm and expertise. By focusing on early retirement, financial independence, and saving money, each episode provides you with the tools needed to achieve your financial goals.

This podcast is designed for those passionate about personal finance, early retirement, financial independence, and saving money. It’s your go-to source for practical advice on managing your finances, saving money, and working towards early retirement. Each episode offers actionable steps to foster financial independence and secure your financial future.

Listen now, and become an OLD friend--your optimal life awaits...

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2591: 7 Mentally Strong Financial Traits by And...
Andrew of DollarAfterDollar.com outlines seven key traits of mentally strong individuals in the context of financial success.
8 min
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2590: Should You Buy a Fixer-Upper? by Lisa Abe...
Lisa Aberle of GetRichSlowly.org delves into the pros and cons of buying a fixer-upper.
8 min
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2589: Are 70% of American Men Lying? By Chris G...
Chris Guillebeau of ChrisGuillebeau.com explores the concept of trading income for time, focusing on the claim that 70% of American men would accept a 20% pay cut for one less day of work per week.
11 min
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2588: You May Be Broke But Not Broken by Kierst...
Kiersten Saunders of RichAndRegular.com shares stories of individuals grappling with financial challenges, illustrating that while debt and financial struggles are daunting, they do not define a person.
9 min
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2587: Ways To Help Others Without Hurting Your ...
Summary: Vekevia Tillman-Jones offers a compassionate yet practical approach to balancing the desire to help others with maintaining one's own financial health.
7 min
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2586: How To Learn To Love Self Care by Victori...
Victoria Faling's insightful exploration into self-care reveals how personalizing this practice can transform it from a chore into a rejuvenating activity.
9 min
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2585: What You May Not Know About Impulse Spend...
Jackie Beck's insightful take on impulse spending highlights the subtleties of this habit, extending beyond the stereotypical mall trips to spontaneous decisions like dining out.
9 min
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2584: 5 Ways to Solve Your Top Retirement Conce...
Kathleen Coxwell of NewRetirement.com discusses common retirement concerns, particularly outliving one's money.
8 min
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2583: That Clutter in Your Home Used to be Mone...
Craig Stephens of Retire Before Dad.com shares his perspective on how clutter in the home represents wasted money and opportunities.
10 min
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2582: How To Reach Financial Independence On A ...
Christina Browning from OurRichJourney.com demystifies the path to financial independence on a low income.
9 min
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2581: What Do You Do After You Make A ZILLION D...
James Altucher's article on JamesAltucher.com offers valuable advice for managing sudden wealth.
7 min
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2580: How to Manage Your Career to Make Million...
ESI from ESIMoney.com provides a compelling guide on how to boost your career's value, outlining seven critical steps.
8 min
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2579: The Biggest Lie in Personal Finance by Ni...
Nick Maggiulli's article "The Biggest Lie in Personal Finance" exposes the oversimplified notion that reducing expenses is the key to wealth
9 min
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2578: Moments Can't Be Captured by David Cain o...
David Cain's narrative in "Moments Can't Be Captured" explores the poignant realization that trying to immortalize experiences through photographs often detracts from truly living them
9 min
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2577: [Part 2] 5 Tips For Making Extra Money by...
Philip Taylor's insights in "5 Tips For Making Extra Money" illuminate the path to successful side hustles, emphasizing the importance of starting before perfection, seeking mentorship, meticulous planning, and dedicated hard work
7 min
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2576: [Part 1] 5 Tips For Making Extra Money by...
Philip Taylor of PTMoney.com shares insightful ways to transform hobbies into profitable ventures.
8 min
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2575: Pension, Schmension! Retire on Your Own T...
Mr. Money Mustache's insightful piece sheds light on the pitfalls of financial habits inherited from parents and the traps of conventional employment
10 min
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2574: What Is Portfolio Rebalancing? (And How T...
Sarah Sharkey's article with TheCollegeInvestor.com demystifies portfolio rebalancing, a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of investing.
9 min
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2573: 6 Things You Should Never Scratch Off You...
Courtney Luke at ArrestYourDebt.com provides insightful guidance on maintaining a robust financial plan
10 min
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2572: Utility on Investment by Tynan on Financi...
Tynan from Tynan.com challenges conventional investment wisdom, advocating for a broader view of 'utility on investment.
8 min
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2571: 5 Ways to Involve Kids in the Family Budg...
Chelsea from SmartMoneyMamas.com provides insightful strategies to involve children in family finances
7 min
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2570: When Life Throws You Curveballs by Julie ...
Julie Morgenstern's article offers invaluable guidance for parents on managing life's unexpected challenges.
7 min
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2569: Stop Using These 6 Ridiculous Excuses For...
Michelle Schroeder-Gardner's article debunks six common excuses that hinder effective savings, emphasizing the importance of overcoming psychological barriers to financial health
8 min
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2568: How to Stop Worrying About Money by Jessi...
Jessica Jokisch's insightful article, "How to Stop Worrying About Money," offers a practical and empowering approach to achieving financial peace
9 min
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2567: How We Developed Couple Financial Goals b...
Amanda from WomenWhoMoney.com shares her journey of developing shared financial goals with her partner, revealing it was not an overnight success
8 min