In this episode of "From Busy to Rich," hosts Justin Lakin and Wes Young welcome Jesse Mecham, founder of YNAB (You Need A Budget). Jesse shares his journey from aspiring accountant to financial expert and entrepreneur. He emphasizes the importance of viewing money as a tool for achieving personal goals and reducing stress. The discussion covers Jesse’s entrepreneurial experiences, the significance of aligning spending with personal values, and the concept of "giving every dollar a job." Jesse also introduces his upcoming book, which aims to reshape how people think about money, advocating for financial awareness and self-care.
In today’s episode we will cover:
Jesse Mecham's personal journey from aspiring accountant to financial entrepreneur
The founding and evolution of YNAB (You Need A Budget)
Understanding the true purpose of money as a tool for achieving goals
The concept of "giving every dollar a job" in budgeting
The significance of aligning financial decisions with personal values
The role of financial advisors in supporting clients' financial journeys
The impact of awareness on financial management and decision-making
Emphasizing self-care and stress reduction through financial control
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Maybe you’re interested in taking your own planning journey in a new direction, in that case we would love to have you join us in one of our coming Transform University series.
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We highly encourage you to follow Jesse’s journey and learn more by visiting his site below and checking out the great resources he has available.
YNAB website
www.ynab.com/author/jesse-mecham
The YNAB Podcast
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ynab-podcast/id477248343