We only have this one life, so why not make it a life you truly love?
Whether it’s work, family, travel, or passion projects, building your dream life starts with intentionality—and leveraging money as a powerful tool.
In this episode, I’m thrilled to welcome Catie Hogan, an entrepreneur, mom, speaker, comedy writer, and career chameleon.
Catie shares her journey from battling six-figure student loan debt to creating a life she loves. Together, we discuss actionable steps to align your financial choices with your values and dreams.
If you’ve ever wondered how budgeting can help millennial women craft the life they want, or how to pivot into a career you’re passionate about, this episode is for you.
Here’s a glance at this episode:
- [03:20] Catie’s trigger was student loan debt. She found herself in a dark place thinking about how to pay off six-figures of student loans.
- [11:08] Catie saw a shift in how her parents’ handled money. That had a big impact on Catie growing up.
- [21:54] Investing in a 401k is a great starting point. Make this a priority if you can, because it is a way to get started.
- [30:49] As she’s gotten older, Catie has found it easier to say no to things that don’t align with her values, financial and otherwise.
- [38:29] Catie walks through the process of writing a parody play and how it ended up getting on Broadway.
What You’ll Learn in this Episode:
How student loan debt became the turning point for Catie’s financial journey.
The impact of parental money habits on financial mindset and decision-making.
Why investing in a 401(k) is an essential starting point for building wealth.
The power of saying “no” to things that don’t align with your financial values.
How Catie’s creative process led to writing a Broadway parody play.
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