Smarter. Faster. Crazier!

Hey there, all you "Smarter Faster Crazier" thinkers!

Today, I want to talk to you about something that might not sound too funny at first, but trust me; we'll have a good laugh. I'm talking about financial planning. Yes, I know, you're already yawning and waiting for the next squirrel to run by. But hear me out because I've got some hilarious stories to share.

First of all, let's talk about budgeting. Now, I don't know about you, but every time I hear about people trying to make a budget on their own, all I hear is impossible it is and that they feel like a failure. I mean, who knew that spending money on food and rent could add up so quickly? It's like every time I think I've got it all figured out, a new expense pops up out of nowhere. Who really has time to think ahead about yearly renewals of vehicle registration and driver's license or even new tires? Do "normal" people actually plan for that in advance? And don't even get me started on impulse buys. I mean, who can resist a good sale, am I right?

But here's the thing, friends. Financial planning doesn't have to be all doom and gloom. In fact, it can be downright hilarious. For example, have you ever tried to explain compound interest to a five-year-old? Let me tell you; it's a riot. Or how about trying to decipher your credit card interest or investment statement? It's like reading a foreign language.

And let's not forget about the endless stream of financial advice out there. I mean, have you ever tried to follow all the different tips and tricks for saving money? It's enough to make your head spin. One day you're supposed to cut out your morning coffee, the next day you're supposed to invest in cryptocurrency. It's like, make up your mind, richy rich finance gurus!

But in all seriousness, financial planning is important. We might as well embrace it and have a good laugh along the way. So, the next time you're feeling overwhelmed by your finances, take a deep breath and remember, we're all in this together. And who knows, maybe one day we'll look back on our financial struggles and laugh about them over a fancy dinner paid for with all the money we saved. Hey, a girl can dream, right?

If you like this post, you will love our new podcast launching June 1 called "Smarter, Faster, Crazier" with me, Jodie Stauffer, and my co-host Maegan Kramer.