Young Money With Tracey Bissett

We live in a world shaped by gender. For too long, we have underestimated the consequences of sexism in our economy, and the way it holds all of us—both women and men—back. In Mother of Invention, bestselling author Katrine Marçal sets the record straight and shows how, in a time of crisis, the ideas and ingenuity of women are crucial for our future. Today Katrine joins the show to discuss the economic impact of women, specifically how the inclusion of women is the missing key to innovation for modern business.  Listen in as we dive deep on the topic of gender bias, explaining how gender bias can actually delay the innovations that we now take for granted. You will learn how to maintain an innovative spirit and inspire others to do the same, as well as how you can amplify diverse voices to ensure everyone is able to share their knowledge, ideas, and opinions. “Innovation and tech is really what drives the economy, and there is this narrative that historically everything important ever was invented by a man… a

For all of the loyal Young Money listeners, it is the first full week of February, and you know what that means… the Super Bowl is fast approaching! This year is special, as there will be five hip-hop artists performing on one stage—for the first time ever. So, in this episode, I'll be going over the financial lessons we can learn from these multi-million-dollar performers who have experienced great success in their financial fitness. Listen in as I share some surprising financial trivia surrounding the Super Bowl, as well as how much each of these artists is worth. You will learn why the past does not predict the future and the importance of having diversification in your income. Remember: success does not require perfection—you can take small imperfect actions every day toward your goals. So start today! “There has never been a better time to learn about personal finance.” - Tracey Bissett This Week on Young Money: How much teams earn playing in the Super Bowl. How much each of these five artists is worth

Now that New Year's resolutions are out of mind, let’s get back to paying attention, taking accountability, and being disciplined with our actions when it comes to our finances. This doesn’t need to be over-complicated—it can be easy to implement financial fitness into your life. So, in this episode, I will be sharing three basic tips to get your finances on the right track for 2022. Listen in as I explain the importance of reviewing your expenses and looking for opportunities to save money on your bills. (You may be surprised by what you find!) You'll learn the advantages of maximizing your retirement and employment benefits, as well as how to establish a financial fitness routine. “With so much uncertainty still on the horizon, we need to get back to basics and bring greater discipline and accountability to our finances.” - Tracey Bissett This Week on Young Money: Why you should always be on the lookout for opportunities to save on bills. The importance of understanding and reviewing all of your expenses.

After years of working in the health industry, Dr. Stacy Irvine was puzzled as to why no one had been able to find a solution to successfully motivate everyone to lead healthier lives. In Canada and the USA, rates of many chronic diseases are increasing, obesity is more prevalent than ever, and our mental health is suffering. So, what needs to happen? In this episode Dr. Irvine joins the show to share her advice for adopting a healthier lifestyle—and the answer may surprise you! Listen in as Dr. Irvine explains her inspiration for her latest book, Your Better Instincts, as well as key takeaways for harnessing your instincts. You will learn why Dr. Irivine believes instincts are pathways to a better life, what happens when we spend a lot of our days sitting down, and the importance of allowing yourself time to recover. “Human beings were never meant to sit all day at a computer or walk around with a phone.” - Dr. Stacy Irvine This Week on Young Money: How to live a healthier life. How healthy living impacts

Kelley Keehn has been a trusted voice for sound personal finance advice for decades. Kelley started her career helping some of Canada’s wealthiest, and then took her expertise to a broader audience to help people of all incomes as a personal finance educator. Today she joins the show to share insights from her new book, Rich Girl, Broke Girl, including how she is helping women claim their wealth. Listen in as Kelley explains why so many women struggle to lean into their finances and why it is so important to remember how far we have come as women in regards to finances. You will learn the difference in behavior between wealthy and broke females, how to change your mindset around money, and how to be successful with investing.”Not everyone who looks like they have money has money.” - Kelley Keehn This Week on Young Money: How Kelley became involved in financial advice. The inspiration that led Kelley to focus on women claiming their wealth. Why some women aren’t leaning into their finances as much as they s

Andrew Hallam is a personal finance journalist, speaker, and the internationally bestselling author of Millionaire Teacher: The Nine Rules of Wealth You Should Have Learned in School and Millionaire Expat: How To Build Wealth Living Overseas. Before Andrew’s 20th birthday, he started to invest. By the time he reached his late 30s, he had enough money to retire. In this episode, he will be sharing his personal journey to financial freedom and his advice for anyone searching for a way to make money on the road. Listen in as Andrew shares insights from his newest book, Balance: How To Invest and Spend for Happiness, Health and Wealth, to help you work toward achieving life satisfaction. You will learn why you should spend your money on experiences, why making strong connections and relationships is essential to longevity, and how to identify your true superpower. “You have to live the best life that you can now and the best life that you can later. So spending money on building memories is key.” - Andrew Hall

Erica Alini is the personal finance reporter, where she writes about all things personal finance, business, and economics. In this episode, Erica will be joining the show to discuss her new book, Money Like You Mean It: Personal Finance Tactics For The Real World, as well as her advice for building a financially stable life. Listen in as she gives you a deeper look at the economic forces that are shaping your financial struggles and some tips on how to overcome them. You will learn the four steps people go through in order to turbocharge their finances, how to make better financial decisions and stick to them, and the power of budgeting. “Know what you are saving for.” - Erica Alini This Week on Young Money: How to build a financially stable life. How to train your brain to make good financial decisions. Why you should give yourself monthly targets. The importance of celebrating your wins. Why automation is a wonderful tool for meeting your financial goals. The problem with installment payments. Key takeaw

With so much going on right now (pandemic, job loss, holidays, etc.), how are we supposed to become financially fit? This is a question many are asking themselves as we approach the end of 2021, a year that rivals 2020 in terms of its difficulties. So, in this episode, I will be explaining the key to financial success and how to become financially resilient in the face of adversity. Listen in as I share how to become an active participant in your financial knowledge, as well as why it is so important to be intentional with your spending. You will learn the benefit of being consistent, how to financially prepare for your future, and what you should be tracking in terms of your finances. “Scotiabank’s newly released Worry Poll reveals that Canadians between the ages of 18-34 worry an average of 12 hours per week, 2 hours higher than the Canadian average.” - Tracey Bissett This Week on Young Money: The amount of Canadians currently feeling anxious about their finances. How the pandemic has left people feeling

Today, we are celebrating four years of Young Money! Together we have created 225 episodes, we are listened to in over 40 countries, and we have surpassed 200,000 downloads. It is my privilege to create fun, educational content and to host amazing guests to inspire you along your financial fitness journey. In this episode, I will be sharing the top five things I have learned throughout my time podcasting, as well as how these findings relate to finances. Listen in to learn the importance of focusing on what matters most to you, why you should always get your information from a credible source, and how to know when is the right time to start your financial fitness journey. Whether today is the first day you are tuning in to check out the show or you have been a loyal listener since the beginning, I am so happy you are here. “I believe that financial fitness (aka financial literacy) is a fundamental life skill.” - Tracey Bissett This Week on Young Money: Why I believe financial education is a fundamental life

There are many frightening things out there, such as spiders, snakes, etc. However, there is one thing that scares many people more than anything else: having debt. Despite this, many consumers cannot find their way out of debt due to the amount of confusing and overwhelming information available. This is where today's guest, Erin Skye Kelly, steps in. Erin is an award-winning and bestselling author who has helped thousands of people pay off millions of dollars in consumer debt. In this episode, she will be sharing her best advice so that you can finally "get the hell out of debt" too. Listen in as Erin explains her proven 3-phase method that will help shift your relationship with money, as well as potential missteps she would warn any listener to avoid. You will learn the main issues that lead to debt, how to declutter your finances, and simple steps that will move you toward a less debt-filled life. “Every time you screw up, it is a learning opportunity.” - Erin Skye Kelly This Week on Young Money: What Er

You may have heard Sex and the City is rebooting the franchise with their new show called And Just Like That. If you were a fan back in the day or are watching the show now to get ready for the reboot, you are in for a treat today. In this episode, I will be shining a spotlight on the show and, in particular, who is more financially fit—Sarah Jessica Parker, the actress, or Carrie Bradshaw, the character she played. Listen in as I discuss the importance of living within your means and understanding the income that is coming in versus the money you are spending. You will learn the benefit of building up an emergency fund, why you should set goals (and save for them), and why you should never mix money with friends. “Set goals for your life, and actively work and save to achieve them.”  - Tracey Bissett This Week on Young Money: The importance of only spending money that you have. Why you should have a specific amount of money set aside in case of emergency. How to properly set money goals and achieve them. Wh

Financial literacy means having the knowledge, skills, and confidence to make responsible financial decisions. This requires small, imperfect actions each day and showing kindness to ourselves when we make a misstep. So, in today’s training, I will be sharing the three reasons why financial literacy matters at work and how to ensure you are maximizing your efforts. Listen in as I explain how you can increase productivity and relieve financial stress by becoming more financially fit. You will learn how to ensure you are taking advantage of all your employee benefits at your job, the importance of creating and following a budget, and where to begin when searching for a way to improve your financial literacy. “When you are financially literate and moreover financially fit, you are able to deal with things in your life in a planned fashion, which allows you to have greater control, freedom, and flexibility.”  - Tracey Bissett This Week on Young Money: Why financial literacy matters at work. How to ensure you ar

Many of you, like me, watched the Adele special with Oprah Winfrey. If you didn’t watch it, you probably heard about it, as reports put viewership at over 10 million viewers. I am a huge fan of Adele and would put her concert in my top 5 shows of all time. However, I am not only a fan of her music. I also recognize that we can learn a few key financial lessons from this amazing singer, as well. So, in this episode, I will be diving into three major financial lessons we can take away from Adele, as her net worth is now reportedly over $190 million. Listen in as I explain the importance of celebrating your progress or advancements while also holding yourself accountable for your own actions. You will learn the benefit of focusing on your strengths and not allowing your past to dictate your future. You have the ability the change your future—make a commitment to yourself and create the future that you want! “No matter your goal, if it is important to you, it is important.” - Tracey Bissett This Week on Young Mo

Rishi Vamdatt is the 12-year-old creator of Easy Peasy Finance, an award-winning resource that spreads financial literacy by breaking down complex financial concepts. Having been featured on CBS New York and many radio shows and podcasts, Rishi has touched the lives of over half a million kids, parents, and teachers, and he joins me today to discuss the importance of learning about personal finance for everyone—but especially for kids. Listen in as he shares why he first started Easy Peasy Finance, how he has tailored his content to appeal to kids, and how he keeps up with creating content while also being a kid himself. We also talk about the many ways that learning about personal finance can benefit kids and parents alike, as well as what Rishi believes everyone should avoid when it comes to personal finance. “Finance is a key life skill.” - Rishi Vamdatt This Week on Young Money: How Rishi first became interested in personal finance. What he believes people should learn about personal finance. How Easy Pe

D'Arcy McDonald is the Senior Vice President, Retail Deposits, Investments & Payments of Scotiabank, where his goal is to help customers become better off through convenient everyday banking, payment, and investment advice experiences. As we continue our celebration of Financial Literacy month, D’Arcy joins the show to discuss the recently released survey from Scotiabank detailing how Canadians are thinking about spending as they progress forward out of the pandemic. Listen in as he shares how the pandemic has changed people’s saving habits and what the younger generation seems to be most concerned about financially moving forward. You will learn how to deal with financial anxiety, how to prepare for unexpected expenses, and why you shouldn’t have to go through financial stress alone. “About 2 in 3 Canadians say they will not return to pre-pandemic spending habits.”  -D’Arcy McDonald This Week on Young Money: What D’Arcy’s day-to-day life looks like. How to manage expenses to keep up with bills and cred

November is Financial Literacy Month in Canada, and there is no better time to talk about financial fitness and why it is so important to be financially fit all year round. It is increasingly crucial that Canadians have the knowledge, skills, and confidence to make informed decisions about their finances as the financial marketplace grows increasingly complex. In this episode, I'm breaking down what it means to be financially fit and diving into where Canadians see themselves in terms of financial ambitions as a result of the pandemic. Listen in as I discuss high-interest rate credit products, including why you should avoid them and what you can turn to instead if you find yourself in need of some quick cash. “Find out the answers to the questions before you take any action and borrow any funds.” - Tracey Bissett This Week on Young Money: The themes of this year’s Financial Literacy Month. How the pandemic has affected Canadians’ financial fitness. Why you should avoid high-interest rate credit products. The

Happy small business month! We are celebrating all of our small business owners in Canada this month, and what year it has been. As the pandemic continues, small businesses have had to navigate an ever-fluctuating market and get really creative as they come up with solutions to keep their businesses running. So, in this episode, I want to take some time to celebrate these brilliant business owners and highlight the amazing work they’re doing. Listen in as I explain what I have witnessed to be the most important processes to have in place for companies as they have to continue to work through uncertain times. You will learn why you should always have an emergency fund, how to appropriately budget your finances, and how to proactively plan for your future. “Companies that proactively plan are able to be more successful.”  - Tracey Bissett This Week on Young Money: How to be successful in the event of a market downturn. The importance of planning for the unexpected. Why you should always have a cash reserve fo

Linda Stern is a Senior Manager and Licensed Insolvency Trustee at Crowe Soberman Inc. With over twenty-five years of experience working in Canada, primarily in consumer insolvency matters consulting with individuals overwhelmed with debt, Linda helps people find solutions that work best for their financial and personal situations. In this episode, she joins the show to share her advice on what to do if you find yourself in debt, as well as how not to get overloaded with debt as you move forward in life. Listen in as Linda explains the importance of patience within her profession and why it is essential to understand the advice you are receiving from your Insolvency Trustee. (If you are unsure, ask questions!) You will learn the current landscape of debt and bankruptcy in Canada, why creating a budget for your spending is important, and success tips for managing your finances. “Providing information clearly and with patience is key.” - Linda Stern This Week on Young Money: What a licensed insolvency trustee

Lena Sisco is a former Department of Defense (DoD) certified Military Interrogator and Naval Intelligence Officer who served in the Global War on Terror. In 2013, Lena started her own company called The Congruency Group to offer specialized consulting and training services. Today Lena joins the show to discuss body language and the power of being able to detect deception, as well as some helpful tips for us to use in our personal and professional lives. Listen in as Lena shares several examples of how to build trust with someone in order to get the truth. You will learn how to set the tone of a meeting simply through your body language, how to make a stronger connection with someone, and why we should never jump to conclusions. “When you can connect with people, that’s when they start to trust you. That’s when the guard goes down.” - Lena Sisco This Week on Young Money: What we can learn from others' body language. How to tell if someone is lying. How to build trust with someone in order to get the truth. Th

Stephanie Koonar is a marketing professional, academic, career coach, and workshop facilitator. Stephanie offers “Meaningful Career” private coaching and online courses supporting young people and those in mid-career transitions. Today she joins the show to discuss the importance of finding your reason for living—or ikigai—in order to live a more purpose-driven and fulfilled life. Listen in as she shares her advice for building practical skills, as well as growing your network so you can broaden your knowledge. You will learn the benefit of learning about other cultures, why it is important to be open to different world views, and tips for any job-seekers looking to make their way into a long-term career. “It’s really about applying your gifts and strengths to a career that’s meaningful to you.” - Stephanie Koonar This Week on Young Money: Stephanie’s background and how she became involved in her career. The inspiration that led Stephanie to write her book. What the ikigai framework is and why we should care