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Money Made Human Podcast
Personal finance with a human touch.
Money Made Human is a show about what it actually looks like to handle money well. Not the rules. Not the hacks. The real, human experience of building a financial life that fits how you actually live.
Hosted by Kelsa Dickey, founder of Financial Coach Academy® and creator of the SpendFirst® methodology, this show is for two kinds of listeners. People who want a better picture of their own money. And the financial coaches and practitioners who do this work…
Episodes
Money Made Human Podcast125. Fear of Failure Is Sabotaging Your Coaching Business: Break the Cycle & Take Action
We've been watching talented, capable financial coaches hold themselves back from doing their best work, and it has nothing to do with skills or caring…
Money Made Human Podcast124. Should You Start a Group Coaching Program? Here's How to Know If You're Ready
There's a question that keeps coming up from coaches, and honestly, it's one that can make or break your business if you get the timing wrong. Should you start…
Money Made Human Podcast123. The 4 Missing Ingredients That Separate Thriving Financial Coaches From Those Who Struggle
There's something missing in your coaching business, and it's probably not what you think. You've got the big stuff figured out—your coaching skills, your…
Money Made Human Podcast122. Why Conference Fears Are Actually Reasons Financial Coaches Should Attend
Philip Taylor started FinCon because he was tired of talking to his spouse about business ideas that didn't quite land. He needed someone to really riff off…
Money Made Human Podcast121. How to Attract Your Ideal Clients by Being Authentically Yourself
When Debbie White says coaches don't need to be louder or slicker to stand out, she means something that might feel backwards at first. After spending 20 years…
Money Made Human Podcast120. How to Help Your Clients Build Their Financial Power Team
If you’re trying to do everything for your clients, you’re doing them a disservice. Yep, I said it. As financial coaches, we don’t know everything there is to…
Money Made Human Podcast119. Growing Your Financial Coaching Business Without Breaking the Bank
You want to grow your financial coaching business but you're not quite ready to make a big investment. Maybe you're just getting started, or you're building…
Money Made Human Podcast118. Why AI Makes Financial Coaches More Essential, Not Obsolete
There's something happening in the financial coaching world that's got a lot of us feeling uneasy. Maybe you've heard the whispers, or maybe you've been losing…
Money Made Human Podcast117. From Content Creator to Coach: How Clear Invitations Transform Your Business
You can create the most beautiful, helpful content in the world, but if you're not inviting people to work with you, you're an educator, not a business owner…
Money Made Human Podcast116. When Support Systems Shape Financial Success
Brian Haney has watched it happen more times than he can count. A client comes to him with what looks like a straightforward financial situation, but six…
Money Made Human Podcast115. Should You Coach Friends and Family? The Truth About Mixing Business with Personal Relationships
When you're starting your coaching business, your friends and family feel like the obvious first clients. They already trust you, they want to support your new…
Money Made Human Podcast114. When Clients Call You Their “Financial Therapist”: Setting Professional Boundaries
If you've been coaching for any length of time, you've probably experienced this. A client introduces you as their financial therapist or thanks you for their…
Money Made Human Podcast113. Why Doing More Marketing Isn't the Answer (And What to Do Instead)
Have you been spinning your wheels with marketing, doing all the things you're supposed to do…but feeling like you're getting nowhere? You're showing up on…
Money Made Human PodcastWhat Gives Coaching a Bad Name
What does it really mean to be a financial coach in integrity with what we do? This week on the podcast, we’re tackling this head-on, talking about the…
Money Made Human Podcast112. How to Stop Controlling Your Financial Coaching Clients (And Why It's Hurting Their Growth)
Ever tried to talk a client out of a risky decision? Found yourself pushing harder when they won't listen to your advice? If you've ever felt your stomach drop…
Money Made Human Podcast111. Finding Your Authentic Voice: Why Being Yourself is Your Greatest Business Asset
Have you ever met someone in person after following their content and thought, “Wow, they're exactly who I thought they'd be”? That's the power of…
Money Made Human Podcast110. Difficult Conversations: Tough Talks That Build Trust
I used to lose sleep before coaching sessions where I knew I had to deliver tough news. If I saw someone's finances and they were way over budget every month…
Money Made Human Podcast109. Why Leverage Email Marketing Over Social Media
Many coaches think they need to be everywhere on social media, posting constantly and hoping their ideal clients will find them. But there's a problem with…
Money Made Human PodcastBehind the Scenes: A Real-Life Financial Coaching Session
Starting a new career can be a challenge. In many instances, we have the opportunity to learn from a mentor or manager who can guide us in the right direction…
Money Made Human Podcast108. From Hesitant Accountant to Confident Coach: How Amber Joy Pietrangelo Found Her Way
Financial coach and bookkeeper Amber Joy Pietrangelo never planned on having her own business after business classes in college completely turned her off from…
Money Made Human Podcast107. Beyond Goodbye: How to Transform Past Clients into Your Biggest Growth Engine
Are you wrapping up clients’ final sessions with an awkward “goodbye and good luck”? You might be missing the biggest opportunity in your coaching business. We…
Money Made Human Podcast106. 5 Essential Systems to Streamline Your Financial Coaching Business and Reclaim Your Time
Are you caught checking client emails on family movie night or waking up at 3 a.m. worried you forgot to send that follow-up? Your love for financial coaching…
Money Made Human Podcast105. The One Marketing Strategy All Financial Coaches Need
I don't think I need to tell you about the chaos social media has experienced lately. Meta goes down from time to time. Instagram suddenly changed square feeds…
Money Made Human PodcastHow to Spend Your Time as a Financial Coach
If you’ve ever felt like there’s not enough time to get everything done in your financial coaching business, you’re not alone. Starting a business is tough…
Money Made Human Podcast104. Finding Purpose Beyond Wealth: Key Insights from Dr. Jordan Grumet
"Not a single person on their deathbed says, 'I really wanted to get to a net worth of $1.5 million and I only got to 1 million, and I'm so upset.'" Dr. Jordan…
Money Made Human Podcast103. 7 Steps to Effectively Train Your Assistant and Focus on Coaching Clients
You know that sneaky trap called the “excellence zone”? It’s those tasks you're pretty good at, maybe even enjoy a little? For me, it was organizing client…
Money Made Human Podcast102. Making Your First Paid Coaching Sessions Amazing
You've got a client who's ready to work with you—they've paid for their first session and now you're feeling those pre-session nerves. Sound familiar? In this…
Money Made Human Podcast101. Website Essentials: Building Your First Coaching Website
If you've ever stared at your computer screen wondering how to create a website that actually works for your coaching business (without spending a fortune or…
Money Made Human PodcastAll the Ways You Can Make Money as a Financial Coach
Want to know how you can make money as a financial coach? Get excited – in today’s episode of the Financial Coach Academy Podcast, we’re going to dive deep and…
Money Made Human Podcast100. Building a Coaching Business: Celebrating 100 Episodes with Real Questions
When I sat down to plan this 100th episode, I knew I wanted to do something special—something that came straight from you, our community. So we asked what you…
Money Made Human Podcast99. Delighting clients: Creating that Memorable First Impression
When a potential client reaches out to you about financial coaching, they're often feeling worried and doubtful. They might even be telling themselves they're…
Money Made Human Podcast98. Taking Action Over Perfect Planning with Billy Hofacker [Success Stories Series]
Have you ever gotten up one morning, opened your door, and found someone ready to tow your car away? That's exactly what happened to Billy Hofacker, and it led…
Money Made Human Podcast97. Working On Your Business vs Working In It: A Complete Guide for Financial Coaches
If you've been feeling overwhelmed in your financial coaching business lately, you're probably spending all your time serving clients, creating content, and…
Money Made Human PodcastReal Talk on Social Media for Financial Coaches
Social media can feel overwhelming, frustrating, inspiring, and like a time-suck…all at the same time. As business owners, we need to come to terms with it and…
Money Made Human Podcast96. From Solopreneur to CEO: How to Hire Your First Team Member (Without Losing Your Mind)
Does this sound like you? You're working every weekend, answering emails at midnight, and “catch-up” is your new normal. If this sounds familiar, you're not…
Money Made Human Podcast95. The First 7 Days: How to Make New Coaching Clients Feel Confident They Made the Right Choice [Delighting Clients Series]
After a client says "yes" to working with you, those first few days are huge. They might be excited about finally taking action with their money, but they're…
Money Made Human Podcast94. How to Build Trust to Attract Financial Coaching Clients
Trust matters more than ever in financial coaching. People have become more and more skeptical about coaching in general and they’re incredibly discerning when…
Money Made Human Podcast93. Marketing Without the Noise: A Fresh Approach to Client Conversations with Nora Sudduth
Most coaches have been taught that when marketing isn't working, they need a new tactic, funnel, or strategy. Marketing expert Nora Sudduth sees it…
Money Made Human Podcast92. Building a Seasonal Financial Coaching Business to Fit Your Life [Success Stories Series]
When Jessica Medina took her husband on a 3-month RV trip to follow the Atlanta Falcons for his 50th birthday, she didn't put her financial coaching business…
Money Made Human Podcast91. How to Raise Your Financial Coaching Rates: A Step-by-Step Guide
Have you been thinking about raising your prices but feel a little queasy about having that conversation with your clients? You're not alone. In today's…
Money Made Human Podcast90. Setting Goals That Make Your Palms Sweat: A Real Guide for Financial Coaches
Remember when making $2,000 a month as a financial coach felt almost impossible? I sat at my kitchen table dreaming about it, having no idea how I'd make it…
Money Made Human Podcast89. The Real Potential of Your Financial Coaching Business
Remember sitting at your kitchen table, imagining what it would be like to help people with their money while earning $2,000 a month? That's exactly where I…
Money Made Human PodcastWhy Niching Down is So Scary
We've introduced the idea of “niching” your audience - your clients - so that you can better communicate with them and serve them. But for some, just the…
Money Made Human Podcast88. Adopting Sustainable Systems: A Beginner’s Guide
Ever sat on your couch on a Saturday night, watching a movie with your family, when suddenly you get a notification that someone just booked a session with…
Money Made Human Podcast87. Understanding ADHD and Business Success
Five guitar solos blasting at once. That's how business owners with ADHD might describe their daily mental experience. While everyone faces challenges in…
Money Made Human Podcast86. How to Become a Financial Coach: A No-Fluff Guide to Starting Your Practice
You know that feeling when you want to help people with their money, but you're stuck thinking you need another certification first? Or wondering if you really…
Money Made Human Podcast85. Financial Coaching: 5 Essential Skills You Need (No Finance Degree Required)
Even people making $250,000 a year can live paycheck to paycheck. As a financial coach, I've learned that money struggles don't discriminate—and that's exactly…
Money Made Human PodcastYour Success Path as a Financial Coach
Remember when I said that I was naive when I started my financial coaching career? My naivety was far more than just thinking that things would just simply…
Money Made Human Podcast84. From Debt to Coaching Success: Haley and Justin Brown-Woods' Financial Coaching Journey
Imagine turning your biggest financial mistake into a thriving business that helps others. That's exactly what Haley and Justin Brown-Woods did. After blowing…
Money Made Human Podcast83. From Corporate Finance to Coaching: Emily Maclin's Journey [Success Stories Series]
Emily Maclin's journey as a financial coach is a story of growth, courage, and finding her unique path. After 22 years in corporate finance, Emily shifted…
Money Made Human Podcast82. From Financial Anxiety to Thriving Coaching Business [Success Stories Series]
"I remember looking at my fiancé and saying, if we can't pay for this wedding where our friends are baking the cake and bartending, how the heck are we going…
Money Made Human Podcast81: From Passion to Profit: The Rich’s Path as Financial Coaches [Success Stories Series]
Wondering what it's like to build a thriving financial coaching business as a couple? In this episode, we sit down with James and Amberlee Rich, a dynamic…
Money Made Human PodcastIs Financial Coaching Different Than Financial Advising?
In today’s episode of the Financial Coach Academy Podcast, we’re going to answer another burning question: is financial coaching different from financial…
Money Made Human Podcast80. From Money Tips to Clients: How to Market Yourself as a Financial Coach
You've got great money tips to share, but are you forgetting one crucial detail in your marketing? We’re talking about the fact that you're actually a…
Money Made Human Podcast79. How Financial Coaches Can Talk About Investing Without Crossing the Line
Investing conversations can be a minefield for financial coaches. Where's the line between education and advice? How much is too much to share? What…
Money Made Human Podcast78. From DMs to Dollars: 6 Tips for Coaches to Convert Online Chats into Real Clients
Social media is a great way to connect with new prospective clients, but it can feel impersonal and salesy too. We’ve all been the target of unsolicited DMs…
Money Made Human Podcast77. Handling Pricing Objections: A Financial Coach's Guide
Ever feel like you're hitting a wall when it comes to pricing conversations with potential clients? We've all been there: you have a great call with a…
Money Made Human PodcastFinancial Coaching 101: Your Framework for Coaching Clients
When you decided to become a financial coach, you were probably just like me - thinking you’d sit down with a client, explain the ins and outs of money - and…
Money Made Human Podcast76. Crafting Your Coaching UVP: A Deep Dive into Client Beliefs and Emotions
This week’s episode is part of a series on your unique value proposition. If you haven’t already, I encourage you to go back and listen to episode 75 first to…
Money Made Human Podcast75. Your Unique Value Proposition: A Financial Coach’s Guide to Standing Out
Are you struggling to stand out in the crowded world of financial coaching? I've been there. In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on how I completely…