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...

Business
Investing
Education
151
3099: Paying Off Debt And Budgeting: Tricks For...
Build lasting habits that lead to financial freedom and a more intentional life
8 min
152
3098: The Nocebo Effect: Are You (Unknowingly) ...
She reveals how self-limiting beliefs, reinforced by fitness myths and personal narratives
8 min
153
3097: Money Does Not Buy Better Habits AND Scar...
Joshua Fields Millburn challenges the belief that income alone leads to happiness, emphasizing instead the transformative power of daily habits and intentional living
7 min
154
3096: Should You Go On Vacation If You Have Deb...
Michelle Schroeder-Gardner encourages finding a balance between financial goals and enjoying life, especially when dealing with debt
7 min
155
3095: The Millionaire Mindset To Achieve Financ...
Brian Tracy breaks down the habits and mindset shifts that separate those who only look rich from those who are rich
12 min
156
3094: Why You Have To Forgive Yourself by Wande...
When we release the shame of past money mistakes, we unlock the clarity and creativity needed to move forward and take control of our financial future
8 min
157
3093: How to Balance Simplicity and Frugality b...
Consider the true cost of “cheap” purchases, including time, stress, and clutter, and offers reflective questions to help find a balance that aligns with their values
9 min
158
3092: Should Repaying Debt Be An Obsession by J...
You can make progress toward financial freedom without feeling deprived or overwhelmed
7 min
159
3091: Carfree For Life by A Purple Life
She highlights the financial and mental freedom that can come from rejecting car culture entirely
9 min
160
3090: Minimalism in the Real World: A Life with...
Brian Gardner challenges the busyness and clutter that dominate modern life, inviting readers to embrace a simpler, more intentional existence
6 min
161
3089: The Long Game Always Wins by Kevin of Fin...
Kevin of Financial Panther reminds us that real success, whether in finances, personal growth, or business, comes from playing the long game
11 min
162
3088: This Is How Much You Really Need to Be Fi...
Chris Reining breaks down the mindset and math behind determining how much money you really need to achieve financial independence
7 min
163
3087: [Part 2] Earn Like A Boss Spend Like An I...
By focusing on tracking expenses, prioritizing long-term goals over short-term indulgences, and finding joy in low-cost experiences
7 min
164
3086: [Part 1] Earn Like A Boss Spend Like An I...
Tackle the tough jobs no one else wants, all of which set you up for financial freedom
6 min
165
3085: Emotions of Financial Independence by The...
The Mad Fientist explores the unexpected emotional terrain of nearing financial independence
8 min
166
3084: The Thought Process of a Frugal Mind by C...
Thoughtful spending can lead to greater happiness, reduced stress, and financial freedom
8 min
167
3083: Why We Paid Off Our Mortgage by Julien Sa...
Julien Saunders shares how he and his wife strategically paid off their mortgage to unlock financial freedom, reduce stress, and gain control over their time
8 min
168
3082: How to Win a Negotiation Without Destroyi...
Seth Sinclair shares a powerful framework for negotiating with clarity, confidence, and empathy
8 min
169
3081: 10 Ways You Can Have Enough Money and Stu...
Courtney Carver invites readers to rethink their relationship with money and possessions by focusing on clarity, intention, and contentment
8 min
170
3080: The Three Methods of Finance - When Enoug...
Saving, borrowing, or investing, Jacob Lund Fisker breaks down the three fundamental approaches to financing your life
8 min
171
3079: Why We Sold Our Fancy Car (the Acura NSX)...
The mental burden of maintaining an expensive car, combined with a shift toward financial flexibility and simplicity, led to the decision to sell
8 min
172
3078: Luxury or Essential By Darrow Kirkpatrick...
Most of us aiming for financial independence don’t live in luxury, but what truly counts as a luxury
10 min
173
3077: How Can I Get an 8% Investment Return by ...
Investing for an 8% return is a long-term game, not a short-term guarantee
8 min
174
3076: Would You Go This Far To Pay Off Your Deb...
Cutting back on small luxuries can help, but real financial freedom often requires big, bold changes
7 min
175
3075: One Terrible Piece of Financial Advice Yo...
Conventional financial wisdom doesn’t always apply universally
8 min