Emily Guy Birken - Your Super Serious Guide to Modern Money Management

Emily Guy Birken is a former educator, lifelong money nerd, and a Plutus Award-winning freelance writer who specializes in the scientific research behind irrational money behaviors. Her background in education allows her to make complex financial topics relatable and easily understood by the layperson. She is the author of four books, including End Financial Stress Now and The Five Years Before You Retire.

Tune in to hear

- Why did Emily feel the need to include elements of humor in her new book ‘Stacked: Your Super Serious Guide to Modern Money Management?’

- What is “the one magical idea to rule them all” that Emily and Joe lay out in their book?

- Do we ever need to do more digging to ensure that our financial goals are personal and authentic enough that they give us the fuel to take on the tough parts of saving and investing for our future?

- Should we try to maximize our earning potential or crank up our thriftiness?

- Since you can’t frugal your way to wealth - what practical tips does the book offer for increasing income or for diversifying income streams?

- How do we educate folks about market histories and managing expectations without scaring them off from investing?

- What is a money script? Why is understanding our own personal money script such an important step in getting started with investing? 

- How do we illuminate our money scripts if they are indeed unconscious?

- In the process of researching and writing this book, did Emily change her mind about anything?

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