Five steps to Get Financially Fit
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Get financially fit. And there is no getting around it. Unless you were born with a silver spoon in your mouth, if you dream of living the rich and famous lifestyle you will have to learn how to make, manage and grow your money.
And even if you have been raised with access to a lot of resources, becoming savvy with your finances will help you boost your sense of self-worth and give you the confidence you need to achieve all of the dreams you have in life.
Mastering your money is the gateway to personal freedom. Once you have the confidence in your ability to manage your finances and the skills you need to increase your net-worth, a world of possibilities will open to you. It may mean the ability to travel the world, spend quality time with friends, feeling a sense of accomplishment that you can stand on your own two feet.
Whatever success looks like to you, money will play a role within it. Commiting to your financial fitness is demonstrating a commitment to the dreams you have for your life.
Here are the five steps you need to do to get financially fit:
Get clear on your money story. A lot of our financial habits stem from our upbringing, culture and beliefs about money. Take ten to fifteen minutes and think about your money story. To get you started, you can ask yourself: what did I learn about money from my parents and how I view money today as a adult?
Find a money buddy. There’s nothing like having an accountability partner to help you stick to the goal you set for yourself, whether it’s fitness or finances. So, the next step to getting financially fit is to find someone to help you stay accountable. This is a person that you can trust, you know has your best interest at heart and is someone that is not afraid to tell you the truth. Check out this post for more tips on how to choose your money buddy.
Weekly date. With your money buddy, schedule a weekly time to chat about money. At Money & Mimosas, we call this your money date. During this time, you want to review your expenses, income and share your goals. And the best part- is when you’re done, we say treat yo’self to a mimosa.
Bank account. Choosing where you store your money is a HUGE step in getting financially fit. Because, this will determine if you make, or lose, money while it’s sitting in a bank account. With inflation, most checking accounts are set up for you to lose money because you don’t earn any interest on the balance. But, with Radius Bank Hybrid Checking Account, you earn money on your money. Cha-ching!
Pick up a side hustle or additional income stream. Having multiple income streams is the best way to ensure that you financially fit and secure. When you rely on one source, you can place yourself in a vulnerable position if it disappears all of sudden. Beyond preventing a financial crisis, a side hustle also offers an opportunity to explore your creative side. For more reasons to pick up a side hustle, check out 14 Reasons Why You Need a Side Hustle, Now.
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This post is in partnership with Radius Bank.
