Let’s face it—social media can be a massive time suck. Curating shareable content, writing copy, brand monitoring, outreach, engagement, and measuring can quickly turn into a full-time job. But what happens when social media isn’t producing the results you’re looking for? Maybe you’re not gaining followers or subscribers quickly enough. Or, even worse, you feel […]
Side hustles have been a part of my life since college. Working as an unpaid music publishing intern, I easily could have gone into debt my first summer in Nashville. But I immediately started waiting tables and selling beer at Titans Stadium. Yup, I was one of those people with a bucket of cold drinks […]
I’ve spent the past few days in Santa Fe, New Mexico celebrating my mother’s 60th birthday. And it’s an absolutely enchanting place. There are stunning things everywhere — the Sangre de Cristo foothills, Pueblo-style architecture, Southwest-inspired artwork, colorful wildflowers, and vivid, star-filled night skies. Being here reminds me of why I relentlessly work toward my […]
We’ve all made money mistakes. I know I’m guilty of several that still make me cringe: A designer clothing habit I couldn’t afford. The year after the stock market crash I stopped investing completely. Forking over cash for my home warranty. Anytime I’ve lent money to friends. The list goes on. But one, I’ve never talked […]
There’s something undeniably romantic about trains. Traveling by train has always felt like an adventure into the unknown. Every minute feels new. Especially watching a sunrise slowly reveal a landscape that has transformed overnight. Train travel gives your mind time to wander, beginning the moment you step into a station. “There are no strangers on […]
I think I finally understand why people try to measure their lives by the year. A lot can happen in twelve short months. An entire lifetime’s worth of events, really. And cutting these mini lifetimes into one-year chunks makes everything feel more manageable. So, after this past weekend, I’m declaring FinCon the start of my New Year. […]
Social media shouldn’t be a massive time suck. Especially at a conference where you’re trying to build relationships face-to-face. So, how do you strike an efficient balance? Productivity tools. Here’s what I’m relying on to keep me on top of my social media game at FinCon. Essential Pre-Conference Preparation Is your branding consistent across all channels? […]
Save yourself. An ominous blog post from Jonathan Clements warned yesterday afternoon. “The Great Recession may have been a wake-up call for American families. But many have since drifted back to sleep.” How did The Great Recession affect our country’s personal savings rate? In 2012, it reached a two-decade high of 7.6%, but dropped soon […]
It’s been nearly one year since I quit my career as a concert promoter. Many family members, friends, and colleagues never saw it coming. But I didn’t leave without a plan. I saved 40-50% of my income for several months, invested in other skill sets, and planned to take some time off before transitioning into […]
