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Why We Need to Start Talking About Money (and Why I Love It) Aug 07, 2025

For many of us growing up, money was the one topic that was never discussed openly. It was whispered about behind closed doors or avoided altogether at family gatherings. Talking about money felt taboo, even shameful. But here’s the thing: money touches every part of our lives. The sooner we bring i...

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Your Time is Now: The Five Cs to Financial and Personal Empowerment Jul 31, 2025

Life has a way of nudging us to pause and reflect. Often, it takes a major event or loss to remind us that time is fleeting and precious. As women business owners, it’s easy to get caught up in the daily grind, pushing our own dreams and desires aside. But what if you gave yourself permission to liv...

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The Power of Choice: Building a Business That Works for You Jul 24, 2025

As women business owners, it’s easy to get caught up in the idea that growth means bigger teams, more clients, and a never-ending hustle. But what if growth could look different? What if growth meant a business that truly aligns with your life and values?

This was a key takeaway from a recent conve...

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Setting Clear Expectations with Your Accountant (and Why It Matters for Your Financial Confidence) Jul 10, 2025

When it comes to money, one of the biggest traps many women fall into—especially business owners—is assuming that their accountant or bookkeeper will take care of everything. But here’s the truth: they often don’t. And not because they don’t care, but because they’re operating in a completely differ...

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Why Separating Your Business and Personal Finances Is the Most Empowering Move You Can Make Jul 03, 2025

If you’re a woman running your own business, chances are you’ve juggled your personal and business finances in one big, messy bucket. It might feel efficient—or even necessary when you're just starting out—but here's the truth: keeping your business and personal money tangled together is costing you...

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Calm Body, Calm Wallet: How Nutrition and Money Confidence Go Hand in Hand Jun 26, 2025

What do your food choices and your finances have in common? More than you might think.

In a recent episode of Money with Alpha, nutritionist and speaker Sammy Barnett shared her inspiring journey from a childhood filled with panic attacks to building a successful, joy-filled business helping others...

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Funding Your Fun: Why You Need a “Fun Fund” and How to Make It Happen Jun 19, 2025

Let’s be honest—fun is often the first thing to fall off the priority list when life gets busy. Between work, family responsibilities, ageing parents, and the endless cycle of bills and obligations, many women find themselves stuck in the sandwich generation—constantly giving but rarely receiving. T...

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What’s Your Retirement Number? How to Gain Clarity, Confidence, and Control Jun 12, 2025

Have you ever asked yourself: How much money do I really need to retire? If the answer is “yes,” but then you immediately filed the question in the too-hard basket, you’re not alone. Retirement often feels far off—until it’s suddenly not. Whether you’re years away or just a decade out, understanding...

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The Beliefs That Shape Your Financial Confidence Jun 05, 2025

When it comes to money, the real power often lies not in your bank account—but in your beliefs. Many women carry around invisible money stories, inherited from childhood, culture, or past experiences, that quietly shape how they feel about earning, spending, and managing mo

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Micro Investing: The Simple Strategy to Build Wealth Without the Stress May 29, 2025

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the thought of investing—worried it’s too complicated, too risky, or just not something “people like you” do—you’re not alone. For many women, especially those juggling work, families, and businesses, the idea of becoming an investor can feel intimidating. But what...

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Investing to Suit Your Personality May 22, 2025

When it comes to investing, many women feel hesitant, unsure, or even fearful—and that’s completely understandable. We’ve worked hard for our money and naturally want to protect it. But what if the key to investing confidently isn’t about doing more, but rather doing what aligns with who you are?

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How to Become More Decisive and Confident with Money May 15, 2025

If you’re a woman who wants to feel more financially empowered—but often finds yourself stuck in procrastination, confusion, or fear of making the wrong decision—you’re not alone. Many women struggle to feel confident with money, especially when past experiences or societal expectations have undermi...

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