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Ep 46-How to Negotiate Without Being a Pushover
In Episode 46 of the Heart of Money podcast, hosts Austin Black and Bob Wessler explore the importance of negotiation in financial management and wise purchasing. Black approaches negotiation from a research and value-driven standpoint, while Wessler prefers extensive research and seeking fair deals. The hosts address apprehensions about negotiation, particularly among women, advocating for it as a tool for smart purchasing decisions. Tactics for buying vehicles and large items are discussed, emphasizing pre-purchase research, understanding the item's worth and readiness to leave a deal if the price isn't suitable. They caution that cash might not confer the expected negotiation advantage unless disclosed after deciding the final price. The hosts provide book recommendations on negotiation and promote their online community. The following podcast episode promises to cover more low-pressure negotiation strategies.
Ep 45-Taking Control of the Money You Earned
In the 45th episode of the Heart of Money podcast, hosts Austin Black and Bob Wessler explored the concept of financial stewardship, including personal financial management experiences and insights on spending and investing. Austin emphasized the need to understand stewardship in the context of money management, while Bob underscored the importance of being a mindful spender, especially for necessities like food and shelter. The hosts briefly discussed the Christian understanding of stewardship and highlighted the significance of purposeful investing and diversification. They also hinted at a future discussion on negotiation strategies.
Ep 44-3 Ways to Support Your Crazy Entrepreneurial Spouse!
The 44th episode of "The Heart of Money" podcast, hosted by Austin Black, had Sarah, a renowned business coach, author, and philanthropist as a guest. The talk centered on smarter money decisions, financial management strategies, and the intricate balance between personal and entrepreneurial life. Drawing experiences from her own journey, Sarah emphasized the importance of financial and emotional support in business ventures, particularly for couples. She advised formal financial agreements in a relationship when embarking on a business path. During the conversation, the concepts of including spouses in decision-making, financial responsibility, and the potential for a training program to enhance financial discussions among couples were discussed. The talk concluded on a note emphasizing relentless adaptiveness for success in any field and the significance of recognizing the partner's contributions to a business.
Ep 43-What’s the Goal You’ll Never Achieve? (Dream Meeting Part 4)
In Episode 43 of the Heart of Money podcast, host Austin Black concluded the series on Dream Meetings, concentrating on marital finances and goal setting. The episode emphasized the need for frequent communication in maintaining financial unity. Guest speakers Bob and Kate advised on long-term gain focus, effective communication, and setting ambitious yet realistic goals. Their insights included sharing past experiences about major purchases. A new training program, "Money and Marriage Success Guide," was introduced and flexibility in dealing with unforeseen expenses was stressed. The importance of mutual planning and communication in achieving long-term goals was reiterated.
Ep 42-How to Take Charge of Your Life When Your Dreams Get Delayed (Dream Meeting Part 3)
In episode 42 of The Heart of Money podcast, host Austin Black and guests, Bob and Kate, emphasized the significance of aligning dreams within a relationship and managing setbacks effectively. The guests mentioned the relevance of open communication and flexibility in marriages, and recommended regular "dream meetings" to track progress. The discussion also highlighted the importance of specificity, patience in goal-setting, and shared experiences in dealing with unexpected monetary issues. A speaker, who has achieved financial independence, advised couples on managing finances and discussed his Money Mastery program tailored to guide couples towards financial control. The topic of controlling unfavorable situations and fostering a proactive mindset was also discussed, with an invitation for listeners to join the next week's part of the Dream Meeting Series.
Ep 41-Do You Have What it Takes to Dream Big? (Dream Meeting Part 2)
In the Heart of Money podcast, hosts Austin Black, Laura, Bob, and Kate discussed the crucial nature of tactical financial conversations. Their conversation touched on their personal experiences, including the influence of education and travel on financial choices, and the importance of teaching financial awareness to children. They highlighted the creation of a million-dollar net worth and debt-free living as significant financial objectives. In relating financial planning to relationships, they stressed the need for couple's agreement on financial goals. They advocated for extraordinary, debt-free goals and underlined the difference between 'dream meetings' for long-term aspirations and 'budget meetings' for immediate plans. They emphasized the necessity of mutual decision-making in finance and suggested that potential disagreement could be turned into open discussions for joint decision-making. Throughout, they underpinned the importance of compromise, delayed gratification, and coordinated decision-making in financial matters. They encouraged listeners to foster these discussions within their relationships to achieve joint financial goals.
