We are talking about money again. In the last episode, we took a look at our relationship with money. Today, Brook Tomasetti is helping us take a strategic look at how we handle the money we have. 

Brooke grew up in a typical middle-class family, with a dual-income family. Her parents provided well for Brooke and her sisters, but they also instilled a strong work ethic. Brooke started investing by 18 and worked her way through college, finishing with minimal debt. In addition to her “normal” job, Brook also works in her passion, helping you get organized with your money.

People are often trying to live out the values of others, rather than discovering and building a life around what is truly important to them. How you spend your life and your time is 100% your responsibility. When you know what is important to you, it is easier to keep yourself focused on those things. 

When it comes to managing money, there are six steps that every individual needs to know and embrace.

1. Take control. Understand you are in control of what you do with your time and your money.
2. Know your values. You will spend your money and your time on what you value. Take some time to discover what you value. Journal. Dream of your ideal life and write that down. Get specific. 
3. Discover your purpose. Don’t feel pressured to put yourself in a box. Purpose helps to eliminate the noise so you can focus on what matters.
4. Adjust your money mindset. Recognize “wealth” for what it is and make the connection between finances and freedom. Being Rich is simply being able to spend your time on what matters to you with the people that matter to you.
5. Get real with your numbers and make a plan. Don’t just hope and pray – know where you are and where you want to go.
6. Have the discipline to walk it out. Make the trade-off and the necessary sacrifices to accomplish what matters to you.

If you take these six steps, utilize a budget, and pay yourself first, you can experience a full and satisfying life. 

If you can take anything away from Brooke and apply it immediately, it is this: Sometimes you just have to try things. Don’t be afraid to explore, especially as you are finding your values.

Rise. Shine. Impact. Relax and follow your value.

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