In this third episode of the Melby Money Show, host Shaun Melby explores a transformative concept for Millennials: viewing money as a tool. The episode explores common misconceptions that create a scarcity mindset and limit financial potential, emphasizing the importance of shifting perspectives to see money as a means to achieve goals. Additionally, the episode offers practical strategies to overcome limiting beliefs and addresses the economic concepts of inflation and deflation, discussing their impact since the COVID-19 pandemic. The benefits of compound interest and the importance of financial education are also highlighted, along with actionable steps to start using money strategically. The episode concludes with a call for community engagement and ongoing learning.

00:00 Introduction to the Melby Money Show
00:33 Changing Your Perspective on Money
02:23 Current Events: Inflation and Deflation
06:39 Understanding Compound Interest
08:12 Practical Steps to Shift Your Money Mindset
10:48 Overcoming Limiting Beliefs About Money
14:20 Actionable Steps for Financial Success
17:17 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. This podcast is not financial advice.

In this episode of the Melby Money Show, host Shaun Melby addresses the common financial anxieties faced by millennials, such as the fear of making mistakes, dealing with financial jargon, and worrying about not having enough money. Shaun emphasizes the importance of understanding and confronting these fears to gain financial confidence and control. He provides practical strategies including financial education, setting manageable goals, and seeking professional advice. Additionally, the episode outlines actionable steps like budgeting, tracking expenses, building an emergency fund, and beginning to invest. The ultimate goal is to equip listeners with the knowledge and tools needed for financial empowerment and stability.

00:00 Introduction to Financial Anxiety

01:22 Common Financial Fears

04:18 Overcoming Limiting Beliefs

06:14 Practical Strategies for Financial Control

08:17 Budgeting and Emergency Funds

09:47 Investing Basics

10:39 Recap and Final Tips

12:20 Conclusion and Farewell

This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. This podcast is not financial advice.

In the inaugural episode of The Melby Money Show, host Shaun Melby shares his personal and professional background, detailing his transition from aspiring architect to financial planner. Shaun talks about his middle-class upbringing in Wisconsin, his academic journey through the University of Minnesota and Belmont University, and his subsequent career in the entertainment industry as a business manager. He explains his motivation for starting his company, Melby Wealth Management, which focuses primarily on helping millennials with financial planning. Finally, Shaun introduces the podcast's mission to educate listeners about personal finance and wealth building, and outlines the show's format and release schedule.

00:00 Welcome to the Melby Money Show
00:47 Shaun Melby's Background and Journey
01:26 Discovering a Passion for Finance
02:32 Career Beginnings and Challenges
05:05 Founding Melby Wealth Management
05:17 Purpose of the Podcast
06:24 Podcast Vision and Conclusion

This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. This podcast is not financial advice.