The Get Ready Money Podcast

Tony Steuer

The Get Ready! Money Podcast with Tony Steuer features insightful conversations with financial experts who are changing the way we think about money. Listen each week to catch up on the latest financial trends and hear practical advice from Tony and his expert guests aimed at demystifying the complexities of finance, so you can build healthy habits that ACTUALLY work.

Each episode will leave you with tips for implementing small changes that can have a big impact on your financial future. Tony’s podcast is perfect for listeners seeking to get ready, be prepared, and transform their financial future.

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The Get Ready Money Podcast: Changing The Way We Think About Financial Literacy
3d ago
The Get Ready Money Podcast: Changing The Way We Think About Financial Literacy
On this episode of The Get Ready Money Podcast, I was joined by Chris Mouzon, Financial Coach and Co-Founder of United Agency; Derrick Wesley, founder of Seedlyng Financial Education; Faith Teope, multimedia journalist and CEO of Leverage Retirement and Mac Gardner, Certified Financial Planner and Founder & Chief Education Officer of FinLit Tech to share insights on changing the way we think about financial literacy. Here’s what we discussed: Have a vision for what you want, then figure out a plan to get there.Have clarity for your goals.Create a safe space for your clients and community. How technology and artificial intelligence (AI) can help people get the answers they need.How to figure out what information is useful. Chris Mouzon is a Financial Coach and Co-Founder of United Agency where he helps people and families build better lives through finances. With expertise ranging from Entrepreneurship and wealth building to business tax hacks and retirement planning, Chris is knowledgeable in many different areas of Finance and Business. Chris believes in the power of positive energy and daily habits to transform lives and he's sharing what you can do to reach a place of financial (and personal) freedom.  Derrick Wesley is the visionary founder of Seedlyng Financial Education. He is on a mission to bridge the financial literacy gap among youth and young adults. With a background in education and a passion for empowering the next generation, Derrick founded Seedlyng to instill essential money management skills in students worldwide. Through interactive workshops, personalized curriculum, and cutting-edge technology, Seedlyng equips students with practical financial knowledge. Derrick's vision is to create a world where financial literacy is not just a subject in school but a life skill embedded in every young person, empowering them to make informed financial decisions.Faith Teope is a multimedia journalist, children’s financial literacy author, and CEO of Leverage Retirement. She is the Editor of Fortunaire, and MoneyTalk as well as a contributor to Safe in Harm’s Way as a financial abuse advocate. She is also the host of the miniseries, SAVVY, that explores the systemic gaps in financial literacy, and is the keynote for the 2024 Financial Literacy Summit at the Federal Reserve.Mac Gardner, a Certified Financial Planner practitioner, has served in the financial services industry for more than 20 years. His passion for financial literacy led him to publish his first book, “Motivate Your Money!”. The book served as a tool to share his extensive experiences in the field of Personal Financial Planning. As his family grew and his clients began to ask him for ways to teach their kids about managing money, he decided to use elements from his first book to develop a financial literacy platform for young children. "The Four Money Bears" represent the four basic functions of money. When children gain exposure to money management skills at an early age, they are likely to develop healthy financial planning habits as adults. Mac also serves as Founder and Chief Education Officer of FinLit Tech.  The company's mission is "Building a Bridge Between Financial Literacy and Financial Technology".
The Get Ready Money Podcast with Catherine Shanahan and Karen Chellew: Being Financially Prepared For Divorce
Apr 17 2024
The Get Ready Money Podcast with Catherine Shanahan and Karen Chellew: Being Financially Prepared For Divorce
On the latest episode of The Get Ready Money Podcast, I spoke with Catherine Shanahan and Karen Chellew, the founders of My Divorce Solution and the hosts of the We Chat Divorce Podcast about changing the way we think about money and divorce preparation.In this episode we discussed:The importance of being informed and financially prepared.Why you need to know what you want and why you want it. How financial clarity will give you more space and lead to better conversations.Why you should be intentional and aware without judgement. The importance of enjoying life and all the opportunities life brings you. Catherine Shanahan is the co-founder of My Divorce Solutions and co-host of the We Chat Divorce Podcast. After 25 years in the financial industry, having raised five children and endured her own experience with divorce, Catherine became a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA), trained Mediator and Daily Money Manager (PDMM). Catherine is collaboratively trained and was a member of the Bucks County Collaborative Law Group. She is a member of the American Association of Daily Money Managers (AADMM) the Institute for Divorce Financial Analysts, and the Association of Divorce Financial Planners (ADFP). Catherine is fully dedicated to helping clients understand and navigate all aspects of divorce including planning a secure financial future post-divorce.Karen Chellew is the co-founder of My Divorce Solutions and co-host of the We Chat Divorce Podcast.For over 30 years, Karen has worked in the legal field as a paralegal and business manager. During her career, she served as an affiliated member of the Pennsylvania Bar Association and President-Elect of the ALA (Association of Legal Administrators). Karen now serves clients and the professional team in her role as legal liaison. She is an affiliate member of the American Bar Association (ABA) Dispute Resolution Committee, a certified QDRO Administrator, Founder and President of Sisters U Foundation, and an Auditor of East Rockhill Township. As the mom of three children and one granddaughter, Karen is extremely passionate about helping women in all that she does.Connect with Catherine Shanahan and Karen Chellew:Website: www.mydivorcesolution.comLinkedIn: Catherine Shanahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/catherine-shanahan-1155a535/LinkedIn: Karen Chellew: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karen-chellew/Podcast: We Chat Divorce Podcast: https://mydivorcesolution.com/we-chat-divorce-podcast/ and https://youtu.be/ournp7sTA-4?si=bs_4XyR7MSDADpGt
The Get Ready Money Podcast with Naseema McElroy: Being Financially Intentional
Apr 10 2024
The Get Ready Money Podcast with Naseema McElroy: Being Financially Intentional
On the latest episode of The Get Ready Money Podcast, I spoke with Naseema McElroy, founder of Financially Intentional, Author and Nurse about how we change the way we think about money and being financially intentional.In this episode we discussed:The importance of changing your circle of influence. Why anyone can get on the right path.Learn what real wealth is - be an owner, not a consumer.You can afford anything, just not everything.Naseema McElroy is the founder of Financially Intentional, a platform about personal finance and living life intentionally.  Naseema is the author of Smart Money: The Step-by-Step Personal Finance Plan to Crush Debt. Naseema discusses how taking control of her finances has enabled her to overcome bankruptcy, divorce, and break the cycle of living paycheck to paycheck. She shares her lessons along her path to help others benefit from the freedoms of financial independence.  Outside of encouraging people to get their financial act together, Naseema is a mother and Labor & Delivery Nurse.Connect with Naseema McElroy:Website: https://www.financiallyintentional.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/naseema-mcelroy-162085122/Book: Smart Money: The Step-by-Step Personal Finance Plan to Crush Debt (Amazon) Podcast: Financially Intentional Podcast: https://www.financiallyintentional.com/podcastCommunity:Financially Intentional Community - Facebook (here) https://www.facebook.com/groups/financiallyintentional/
The Get Ready Money Podcast Financial Five Episode with Chris Mouzon, Derrick Wesley, Mac Gardner and Thomas Kopelman: The Power of Compound Interest
Apr 3 2024
The Get Ready Money Podcast Financial Five Episode with Chris Mouzon, Derrick Wesley, Mac Gardner and Thomas Kopelman: The Power of Compound Interest
On this special episode of The Get Ready Money Podcast: The Financial Five, I was joined by Chris Mouzon, Financial Coach and Co-Founder of United Agency; Derrick Wesley, founder of Seedlyng Financial Education, Mac Gardner, Certified Financial Planner and Founder & Chief Education Officer of FinLit Tech and Thomas Kopelman, financial planner and the co-founder of AllStreet Wealth to talk about changing the way we think about money and why compound interest is the eighth wonder of the world. Here’s what we discussed: What is compound interest?How compound interest worksWhy compound interest is a key factor in saving and investingUnderstanding and applying the rule of 72The importance of understanding the fundamentals of moneyChris Mouzon is a Financial Coach and Co-Founder of United Agency where he helps people and families build better lives through finances. With expertise ranging from Entrepreneurship and wealth building to business tax hacks and retirement planning, Chris is knowledgeable in many different areas of Finance and Business. Chris believes in the power of positive energy and daily habits to transform lives and he's sharing what you can do to reach a place of financial (and personal) freedom.  Derrick Wesley is the visionary founder of Seedlyng Financial Education. He is on a mission to bridge the financial literacy gap among youth and young adults. With a background in education and a passion for empowering the next generation, Derrick founded Seedlyng to instill essential money management skills in students worldwide. Through interactive workshops, personalized curriculum, and cutting-edge technology, Seedlyng equips students with practical financial knowledge. Derrick's vision is to create a world where financial literacy is not just a subject in school but a life skill embedded in every young person, empowering them to make informed financial decisions.Mac Gardner, a Certified Financial Planner practitioner, has served in the financial services industry for more than 20 years. His passion for financial literacy led him to publish his first book, “Motivate Your Money!”. The book served as a tool to share his extensive experiences in the field of Personal Financial Planning. As his family grew and his clients began to ask him for ways to teach their kids about managing money, he decided to use elements from his first book to develop a financial literacy platform for young children. "The Four Money Bears" represent the four basic functions of money. When children gain exposure to money management skills at an early age, they are likely to develop healthy financial planning habits as adults. Mac also serves as Founder and Chief Education Officer of FinLit Tech.  The company's mission is "Building a Bridge Between Financial Literacy and Financial Technology".Thomas Kopelman is a financial planner and the co-founder of AllStreet Wealth as well as a blogger, podcaster and speaker. Thomas was recognized as one of the 23 best financial advisors for millennials by Business Insider, 2023 Young Advisor to Watch and Top 100 Advisor by Investopedia in 2022 and 2023. Thomas is also the Head of Community at Wealth.com.
The Get Ready Money Podcast with Hirsch Serman: Creating Positive Outcomes During Transitions
Mar 27 2024
The Get Ready Money Podcast with Hirsch Serman: Creating Positive Outcomes During Transitions
On the latest episode of The Get Ready Money Podcast, I spoke with Hirsch Serman, Founder of Lifecycle Financial about changing the way we think about money and creating positive outcomes during times of change. In this episode we discussed:Create positive outcomes by considering your values and goals.Living a values based life (focus on what bring you joy and fulfillment).Why you need to consider the long term consequences of all your options. The importance of starting early and the magic of compound interest. Being mindful with your spending. Hirsch Serman, MBA, CDFA®, CPA founded Lifecycle Financial, LLC through his personal financial experiences related to several life cycles including divorce and an aging parent.   He has worked in finance for over 20 years (including financial planning and tax) and has taught on the university level as well as conducted seminars for high school youth on personal finances.  Hirsch is a member of the American Institute of CPA's (AICPAs), the National Association of Divorce Professionals (The NADP), The Amicable Divorce Network, Institute for Divorce Financial Analysts (IDFA), and the American Association of Daily Money Managers (AADMM). Hirsch is the host of theFinancial Wellness Hour radio show. Connect with Hirsch Serman:Website: www.lifecycle.financialThe Financial Well Hour Radio Show: https://lifecycle.financial/financial-wellness-radio-show/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hirschserman/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/womansfinancialwellness
The Get Ready Money Podcast Episode 100 with Chris Mouzon, Derrick Wesley, Faith Teope and Mac Gardner
Feb 21 2024
The Get Ready Money Podcast Episode 100 with Chris Mouzon, Derrick Wesley, Faith Teope and Mac Gardner
On this special 100th episode of The Get Ready Money Podcast, I was joined by Chris Mouzon, Financial Coach and Co-Founder of United Agency; Derrick Wesley, founder of Seedlyng Financial Education; Faith Teope, multimedia journalist and CEO of Leverage Retirement and Mac Gardner, Certified Financial Planner and Founder & Chief Education Officer of FinLit Tech. We each shared one thing that we think we know about changing the way we think about money. Here’s what we each think we know and then discussed: We need to help people be curious. We need to help people ask questions, so they can be empowered for themselves. (Tony)We can find new ways to engage people from an earlier age and increase financial capability. (Mac)We need to help the older generation. It’s not too late for them? (Derrick)We need to have vision. We need to clarify what we really want (Faith)We need to focus on inspecting what you expect. (Chris)Chris Mouzon is a Financial Coach and Co-Founder of United Agency where he helps people and families build better lives through finances. With expertise ranging from Entrepreneurship and wealth building to business tax hacks and retirement planning, Chris is knowledgeable in many different areas of Finance and Business. Chris believes in the power of positive energy and daily habits to transform lives and he's sharing what you can do to reach a place of financial (and personal) freedom.  Derrick Wesley is the visionary founder of Seedlyng Financial Education. He is on a mission to bridge the financial literacy gap among youth and young adults. With a background in education and a passion for empowering the next generation, Derrick founded Seedlyng to instill essential money management skills in students worldwide. Through interactive workshops, personalized curriculum, and cutting-edge technology, Seedlyng equips students with practical financial knowledge. Derrick's vision is to create a world where financial literacy is not just a subject in school but a life skill embedded in every young person, empowering them to make informed financial decisions.Faith Teope is a multimedia journalist, children’s financial literacy author, and CEO of Leverage Retirement, a 40+ year-old TPA/Recordkeeper firm. She is known for being the host of the weekly podcast, Pull to Refresh: Where 401k experts get curious. Teope is the editor of The Naked Professional LinkedIn Newsletter and a contributor to Safe in Harm’s Way as a financial abuse advocate. Her new show, SAVVY, explores the systemic gaps in financial literacy and is scheduled to air in the fall of 2023. Teope's debut title, The Monster Job, hits bookshelves in April 2024. Mac Gardner, a Certified Financial Planner practitioner, has served in the financial services industry for more than 20 years. His passion for financial literacy led him to publish his first book, “Motivate Your Money!”. The book served as a tool to share his extensive experiences in the field of Personal Financial Planning. As his family grew and his clients began to ask him for ways to teach their kids about managing money, he decided to use elements from his first book to develop a financial literacy platform for young children. "The Four Money Bears" represent the four basic functions of money. When children gain exposure to money management skills at an early age, they are likely to develop healthy financial planning habits as adults. Mac also serves as Founder and Chief Education Officer of FinLit Tech.  The company's mission is "Building a Bridge Between Financial Literacy and Financial Technology".
The Get Ready Money Podcast with Sheryl O’Connor and Phil Lubinski: Giving Retirees Peace of Mind
Feb 14 2024
The Get Ready Money Podcast with Sheryl O’Connor and Phil Lubinski: Giving Retirees Peace of Mind
On the latest episode of The Get Ready Money Podcast, I spoke with Sheryl O’Connor and Phil Lubinski, co-founders of IncomeConductor about changing the way we think about money, and managing retirement income to provide retirees peace of mind.  In this episode we discussed:The importance of an implementation roadmap.The value of a time segmented approach is so important to managing retirement income.Why retirees should go from a savings habit to a spending habit.  How you can have a strategy where you don't have to rely on the market performance from a day-to-day perspective.Sheryl O’Connor has spent over 25 years in the financial services industry at insurance and investment management firms where she led strategic business growth and technology innovation.  After leading an investment management firm for 11 years, Sheryl co-founded IncomeConductor in 2017, a retirement income focused wealthtech firm that provides a revolutionary strategy and technology to advisors and their clients that meet the needs of today’s retirees and serves as its CEO.  Sheryl has won numerous leadership awards and serves as a global ambassador to encourage women entrepreneurship in technology. Phil Lubinski, CFP has spent over 35 years as a financial advisor, serving almost exclusively retirement income planning clients. He was first to develop a ‘bucketing’ approach to income planning and has co-developed several fintech systems designed to help advisors create income plans for their clients.  After successfully transitioning his practice, he co-founded IncomeConductor, which utilizes his time-segmented strategy. Phil serves as the firm’s Retirement Income Specialist, contributing his expertise in the areas of advisor training, case design consultation, and software enhancements.Connect with Sheryl O’Connor and Phil Lubinski:Income Conductor Website:  www.incomeconductor.comLinkedIn (Sheryl O’Connor):  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheryl-o-connor-72170837/LinkedIn (Phil Lubinski):  https://www.linkedin.com/in/phil-lubinski-cfp-3685aa5/
The Get Ready Money Podcast with Kat Walsh & Philip Adu: Legacy Planning for Everyone
Feb 7 2024
The Get Ready Money Podcast with Kat Walsh & Philip Adu: Legacy Planning for Everyone
On the latest episode of The Get Ready Money Podcast, I spoke with Kat Walsh, Chief Legacy Officer and Philip Adu, Founder of the Center for Research Methods Consulting about changing the way we think about money and legacy planning. In this episode we discussed:Why you should be thoughtful & deliberate with your money (Kat). Allow your purpose to drive the way you view your money (Philip).The importance of self-reflection (Kat). Learn as much as you can about how money works (Philip) . Kat Walsh is Chief Legacy Officer for the world’s most prolific founders. She designs the strategies and implementation of projects that align with the vision of the family Champion and the extended family. She focuses on realizing the hopes and dreams of the family through philanthropic and for-profit endeavors that achieve personal passion goals, financial benchmarks, and longevity. However, her passion lies in supporting the family by focusing on sharing the family's non-financial, intangible assets that ensure each generation of the family lives a deliberate life in pursuit of their Purposes in LifeDr. Philip Adu is an author and the founder and methodology expert at the Center for Research Methods Consulting, LLC. He has provided research methodology services to clients for over ten years and has facilitated hundreds of workshops with graduate students, program evaluators, faculty members, and practitioners. His skills in demystifying the qualitative research and analysis process are evident in his YouTube videos. He is also a contributing faculty member at Walden University.  Connect with Kat Walsh and Philip Adu:Kat Walsh: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/1katwalsh/Philip Adu, Ph.D.Website: https://www.centerforresearchmethods.com/Website: www.drphilipadu.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PhilipAdu Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drphilipaduBooks by Dr. Philip Adu: A Step-by-Step Guide to Qualitative Data Coding The Theoretical Framework in Phenomenological Research: Development and ApplicationDissertation Research Methods: A Step-by-Step Guide to Writing Up Your Research in Social Sciences