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Money Talk With Tiff

    Money Talk With Tiff
    Episode•February 27, 2024•19 min

    Tiffany’s Take: 32 Ways To Make Progress – Part 2 | Ep. 306

    In this episode of Money Talk with Tiff, Tiffany Grant continues her insightful breakdown of "32 Ways to Make Progress." In this continuation from the previous episode, Tiffany covers the remaining strategies, such as tracking finances, building a personal brand, embracing failure as a means of growth, and the importance of interaction and lifelong learning. She also delves into the significance of investing in oneself, the value of meditation, and the impact of having a mentor. Tiffany empowers listeners to think big, be productive, and spend wisely, emphasizing the importance of education and ambition. Finally, she urges everyone to take action and "just start now." This comprehensive list encapsulates how Tiffany herself lives and breathes progress in every aspect of her life. Tune in for practical advice and inspiration on your journey towards financial and personal success. Go back to listen to Tiffany’s Take: 32 Ways To Make Progress – Part 1 To submit your question or comment, visit https://moneytalkwitht.com/asktiffany Connect with Tiffany Website: https://www.moneytalkwitht.com Facebook: Money Talk With Tiff Twitter: @moneytalkwitht Instagram: @moneytalkwitht LinkedIn: Tiffany Grant YouTube: Money Talk With Tiff Pinterest: @moneytalkwitht TikTok: @moneytalkwitht Timestamps [00:00] Tiffany's Take podcast: Answering questions, making progress. [05:31] Invest in yourself, others, and progress. Journaling. [08:26] Get a mentor, it's super helpful. [12:12] Maximize productivity by doing 1% extra daily. [13:09] "Spending wisely by aligning with personal goals." [16:47] "Strive for progress in daily self-improvement." Additional Links & Resources YNAB Building A Successful Brand With Jasmine Beard | Ep. 95 Boost Your Career With Personal Branding: What You Need To Know! | Ep. 241 Building Your Brand With Tracy Lamourie | Ep. 142 Coursera Acorns Investing <a href="https://moneytalkwitht.com/podcast/increase-your-corporate-iq-with-tangil-johnson-ep-269/" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

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    Key Takeaways

    • 1

      Track finances consistently to drive progress

      Use YNAB or other tools to monitor spending, saving, and investing

      Tracking is the foundation for making intentional financial decisions

    • 2

      Build a personal brand even without a business

      Google yourself and ask trusted contacts for feedback on your qualities

      Your online presence and associations shape how others perceive you

    • 3

      Fail fast and learn continuously

      Treat failures as learning lessons rather than setbacks

      Lifelong learning through new skills (e.g., violin, trades) expands your capabilities

    • 4

      Invest in yourself and get a mentor

      Mentorship accelerates growth at any life stage

      Invest time, money, and energy in personal development and relationships

    • 5

      Think big, be productive, and just start now

      Incremental daily improvements (1% extra) compound over time

      Spending wisely means aligning purchases with goals rather than deprivation

    Intro

    • Tiffany Grant continues her breakdown of 32 Ways to Make Progress, covering the final 16 strategies after Part 1.
    • Tiffany Grant is the host of Money Talk with Tiff and a financial coach focused on practical money and personal development strategies.
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    – Recap of First 16 Ways to Make Progress

    • Tiffany recaps the first 16 strategies from Part 1: wake up early, read daily, eat well, love yourself, judge less, be yourself, set goals, plan your day, positive attitude, have purpose, find inspiration, help others, build network, save money, automate, delegate.

    – Track Your Finances (#17)

    • Tracking finances is essential for any money goal. Tiffany recommends YNAB and mentions alternatives like EveryDollar, spreadsheets, and the envelope method.

    – Build a Personal Brand (#18)

    • Even without a business, building a personal brand matters. Google yourself and ask others how they perceive you to understand and shape your brand.

    – Fail Fast (#19)

    Fail early and fail often is one of the mottos that I live by.

    • Avoid analysis paralysis—get started, learn from mistakes, and iterate.

    – Interact and Learn Skills (#20-21)

    • Regular interaction can unlock unexpected help. Tiffany is a lifelong learner who recently tried violin lessons and encourages learning trades or new skills regardless of immediate utility.

    – Invest and Journal (#22-23)

    • Invest in yourself and others. For journaling, use timed prompts or the Apple Journal app to capture authentic thoughts without overthinking.

    – Meditate and Get a Mentor (#24-25)

    • Meditation can be as simple as sitting still for five minutes. Mentorship is valuable at any career or life stage; Tiffany has used mentors since college.

    – Think Big and Be Productive (#26-27)

    When I started, I said, you know what? I just want to have this podcast. And as I continued in it, I started thinking bigger and bigger and bigger.

    • Productivity is relative—set timers on distractions like social media or Netflix to reclaim time for meaningful work.

    – Do More and Spend Wisely (#28-29)

    • Add just 1% more effort daily. Spending wisely means aligning purchases with goals rather than cutting enjoyable things entirely.

    – Educate Yourself, Have Ambition, Just Start Now (#30-32)

    Just start now. Whatever it is you're trying to accomplish, just start now.

    • Continuous education happens through podcasts, conversations, and reading. Align intrinsic and extrinsic motivations to sustain ambition.

    – Closing Thoughts

    • Tiffany emphasizes that even naps and self-care count as progress when tied to goals. She encourages listeners to rate, review, and subscribe.

    Resources

    • YNAB (You Need A Budget)tool
    • Courseratool
    • Acorns Investingtool
    • Building A Successful Brand With Jasmine Beard | Ep. 95
    • Boost Your Career With Personal Branding | Ep. 241
    • Building Your Brand With Tracy Lamourie | Ep. 142
    • Increase Your Corporate IQ With Tangil Johnson | Ep. 269

    Topics

    Personal FinanceSelf-ImprovementProductivityPersonal BrandingMentorshipLifelong LearningMindfulnessGoal SettingFinancial TrackingMotivation

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