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Get Real
Somewhere along the way, I became codependent. (Nope, not a compliment.) I ended up in therapy—burnt out, overwhelmed, and wondering why...

Angela Smith, MBA
May 71 min read
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Embrace the Depths of Growth by Asking the Uncomfortable Questions
In personal and professional growth, asking difficult questions is not just beneficial; it's essential. Those uncomfortable inquiries...

Angela Smith, MBA
May 53 min read
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Expensive Lesson
I mentioned earlier that I'm a car girl. Here's another story for you. Within a couple months of me moving to Denver, my car that I had...

Angela Smith, MBA
Apr 131 min read
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Stop Trying to Fit In
As a young 20-something, I wanted more than anything to fit in. I always thought of myself as a bit awkward, laughing at everything to...

Angela Smith, MBA
Apr 92 min read
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Budgeting is a lot like Dieting
How many diets have you been on? Did you gain the weight back? How many times have you tried to stick to a budget and just gave up and...

Angela Smith, MBA
Apr 71 min read
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Like  a Butterfly
When I look back 5-10 years, it’s hard, I was selfish, especially with my time and my money. My priority was me. It’s embarrassing to...

Angela Smith, MBA
Apr 32 min read
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You've Changed
I'm not everyone's cup of tea and that used to bother me. Above all else I just wanted to be accepted. Growing up I didn't really feel...

Angela Smith, MBA
Apr 21 min read
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Death of the Car Payment
For nearly 20 years, I carried around a car payment. I truly believed that car payments were a fact of life, especially if I wanted to...

Angela Smith, MBA
Mar 302 min read
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Miss Independent
When that song first came out, it was my theme song. I used to think I could do everything myself. I didn't need any help, from anyone,...

Angela Smith, MBA
Mar 292 min read
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Childhood Memories
God has given each of you a gift from his great variety of spiritual gifts. Use them well to serve one another. - 1 Peter 4:10 I was a...

Angela Smith, MBA
Mar 271 min read
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Exposing My Truth
As the self-proclaimed nerd (I wore glasses the first 28 years of my life and have an accounting degree) and spender in the relationship,...

Angela Smith, MBA
Mar 262 min read
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What to do with a Windfall of Cash
Receiving a windfall of cash can be a game-changer. Whether it's form an inheritance, a tax refund, or a lucky lottery ticket, a sudden...

Angela Smith, MBA
Mar 222 min read
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Ditch Those Overdraft Fees for Good!
Overdraft fees can be a real pain, right? One minute you're living your best life, and the next, you're slapped with a hefty fee because...

Angela Smith, MBA
Mar 191 min read
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Is Paying for Help Worth It?
Let's face it: we all want to get better at something. Whether it's playing guitar, being healthier, or getting a better handle on your...

Angela Smith, MBA
Mar 172 min read
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From Debt to Dreams: A Couple's Journey to Financial Freedom
Meet Alex and Maddie, a loving couple who had big dreams, but an even bigger debt burden. With credit card balances, student loans, and a...

Angela Smith, MBA
Mar 122 min read
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The Power of Consistency: How Saving 15% Can Change Your Financial Future
Meet Amanda, a hardworking mom of two who's no stranger to financial stress. With daycare costs for her two little ones eating away at...

Angela Smith, MBA
Mar 102 min read
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From Financial Stress to Financial Freedom
I'll never forget the feeling of financial overwhelm that had been weighing me down for years. It was like a constant cloud of stress...

Angela Smith, MBA
Mar 72 min read
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Riding the Market Rollercoaster: Stay Buckled Up!
Investing in the stock market can be a wild ride, full of twist and turns. It's natural to feel nervous or even terrified when the...

Angela Smith, MBA
Mar 52 min read
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How I Learned to Ditch Impulse Buys and Live Intentionally: A Personal Journey to Mastering the Art of Spending
When I graduated from college and stepped into the professional world, I felt invincible. With my first paycheck, I indulged in the...

Angela Smith, MBA
Mar 34 min read
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The Power of Small Money Habits
Meet Alex, a recent college graduate who landed a decent job but struggled to make ends meet. She had student loans, credit card debt,...

Angela Smith, MBA
Feb 282 min read
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