Busy Getting Better

By Madison AldiniEducation Self-Improvement

Busy Getting Better episodes

December 29, 2025The Grocery Reset: Save $600–$800/Month With Rachel Coon's Simple System
Grocery shopping might be the fastest way to free up hundreds of dollars a month—without cutting out the foods you love! In this episode, Madison sits down with Rachel Coons (the “grocery shopping mogul” behind the SHOP Method) to unpack why most families are unknowingly overspending on groceries and how a simple system can save both money and mental energy. They talk about building intentional grocery routines that reduce chaos, eliminate unnecessary store trips, and make weeknights easier—especially for moms juggling a lot. If you want a realistic, no-shame strategy to lower your grocery bill in a way that is aligned with your health goals (and works for any dietary restrictions or family size!), this conversation is for you.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
The shocking average amount families overspend on groceries each month—and why it adds up fast
Why grocery spending is often the easiest budget to change (and the fastest way to get a “quick win” with your finances)
How to create awareness around your grocery spending without shame, guilt, or perfectionism
The biggest “red flags” that signal you’re overspending (including the one question that reveals it immediately)
Rachel’s two-week shopping approach—and how it saves time, stress, and money
How online grocery pickup/delivery can reduce spending by removing impulse buys and helping you track your subtotal in real time
How to keep your grocery “rules” aligned with your values—whether you shop at Whole Foods, Aldi, or anywhere in between
A practical boundary that saves families serious money: rethinking snacks and reducing pre-packaged convenience spending

This Episode Is For You If…
You feel like grocery shopping is chaotic and you’re constantly making “quick trips” that turn into full carts.
You don’t know what you spend on groceries each month—and you suspect it’s more than you want.
You want to save money without falling into scarcity, shame, or “eat bland meals forever” energy.
You’re trying to pay off debt, start investing, or break the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle and need an obvious place to start.
You care about eating well (organic, gluten-free, dairy-free, whole foods, etc.) and want a system that works with your priorities.
Dinner time feels stressful and you want a smoother 5–7 p.m. routine that helps you show up calmer at home.
You want grocery spending to support your goals—vacations, freedom, savings, investments—not just disappear every week.

Connect with Rachel Coons
📱 Instagram and TikTok: @heyrachelcoons
💻 Learn the SHOP Method with Rachel’s FREE Class at heyrachelcoons.com/class
🎙️Money Mom Podcast by Rachel Coons - Listen to Madison’s guest episode!
Connect with Madison
📱 Follow Madison on Instagram, TikTok and Threads: @newmoneymadison
💻 Visit Madison’s website: madisonaldini.com
✨ Join the waitlist for Debt Ditcher Academy and start building your plan for financial freedom. ✨
36 min
December 29, 2025Hot Girl CFO Energy with Meaghan Wall: Cash Flow, Profit First, and CEO-Level Money Moves
If “Patagonia vest finance advice” makes you want to throw your laptop into the ocean, this episode is your palate cleanser. Madison sits down with Meaghan Wall—aka Hot Girl CFO—to talk about what it actually looks like to run business finances like a confident CEO without sacrificing your “rich taste” life. They break down why cash flow kills great businesses, what 100K months really mean behind the scenes, and how to set up a Profit First-style system that pays you consistently and keeps your business stable.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
Why cash flow—not talent—is the reason so many small businesses don’t make it
The two biggest cash flow mistakes Meaghan sees (even at 7-figure revenue levels)
What “100K months” usually leave out: the difference between revenue, expenses, and real profit
How to smooth out cash flow by changing due dates, payment schedules, and expense timing
A clear breakdown of Profit First: the accounts, the purpose, and why it helps CEO decision-making (based on Profit First: Transform Your Business from a Cash-Eating Monster to a Money-Making Machine by Mike Michalowicz)
Why paying yourself is a non-negotiable (and how it becomes a mindset + leadership practice)
The hot-girl version of “being responsible” with money: intentional bougie spending without shame
What commingling funds really risks for your business—and how to clean it up fast
Meaghan’s take on intentional debt, intuition-led investments, and “CEO awareness” of your numbers

This Episode Is For You If…
You’re tired of finance advice that shames your lattes, nails, lashes, or “feminine” spending.
Your income comes in waves (launches, retainers, inconsistent sales) and your bills don’t.
You’ve hit a growth phase and want to hire, invest, or expand without wrecking your cash flow.
You’re making more money than ever—but still feel unsure what’s actually safe to spend.
You want a simple system that helps you pay yourself consistently and stop “winging it.”
You’ve heard “Profit First” a million times but still don’t know how to set it up in real life.
You want your 2026 money moves to feel grounded, strategic, and unapologetically you.

Connect with Meaghan Wall: The Hot Girl CFO
💻 Visit Meaghan’s gorgeous website: https://www.thehotgirlcfo.com/
📱Connect on Instagram: @thehotgirlcfo
❤️‍🔥 Do you want your taxes filed by January 31st? Send Meaghan a DM and ask about her hot girl money magic!
Connect with Madison
💻 Visit Madison’s website: madisonaldini.com
📱 Follow Madison on Instagram: @newmoneymadison
✨Join the waitlist for Debt Ditcher Academy and start building your plan for financial freedom.✨

If this conversation lit a fire, share it with a friend who’s building a business and ready to get hot (and organized) with her money.
49 min
November 24, 2025Ask Me Anything: How I Actually Invest (IRAs, Index Funds & Crypto)
Human, meet money AMA. In this solo episode, Madison brings back the “Ask Me Anything” vibes—minus the chaos—and answers the investing questions she’s been getting over and over again. She breaks down how she personally invests (yes, she tells you exactly what’s in her accounts), the difference between IRAs and 401(k)s, how to think about risk so you don’t panic-sell, and what to do if you want to invest but you’re still in debt. Madison also shares her simple index fund strategy, how she’s approaching crypto as a long-term wealth builder, and a clear, compassionate roadmap for where to start when you’re juggling credit cards, student loans, and the desire to build real wealth. If you’ve ever thought, “I know I should be investing, but I have no idea what I’m doing,” this episode was made for you.

What You’ll Learn
The difference between a 401(k) and an IRA (Roth vs. traditional), and why an IRA is not automatically invested for you
Where Madison personally keeps her IRAs and the three most common platforms people use for retirement investing
How Madison invests her own money:
How she approaches cryptocurrency as a small (but intentional) part of her portfolio—Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP—and why it’s not her main investing strategy
What “losing money” in the stock market actually means, and the difference between unrealized and realized gains and losses
Why picking individual stocks is riskier than using index funds—and why you don’t need to be a stock-picking genius to be a successful investor
How your current debt season can become the launchpad for you being an incredible investor in the future
How Madison works with clients 1:1 to map out their investment options (401(k), IRA, brokerage, HSA) and build a strategy that actually fits their life

This Episode Is For You If…
You want to start investing but feel intimidated, confused, or scared of “doing it wrong.”
You’re in credit card or student loan debt and don’t know if you should wait to invest or try to do both.
You have a 401(k) through work but have no idea what you’re invested in or whether it’s enough.
You’ve heard of IRAs, Roth IRAs, brokerage accounts, and HSAs—but they all blur together in your brain.
You’re curious about crypto, but you don’t want your whole financial future riding on it.
You’re ready to go from “I Google everything and feel overwhelmed” to “I actually understand where my money is going and why.”

Connect with Madison
📲 DM @newmoneymadison with your money move of the week.
✨ Ready to transform your money mindset? Apply for 1:1 coaching at madisonaldini.com.
🔁 Loved this episode? Share it with a friend who needs a simple, non-scary intro to investing!
💬 DM Madison on Instagram with your money questions and she may answer them in a future AMA-style episode.
🔍 Not sure if you’re investing enough, in the right places, or in the right order with your debt? Reach out to Madison about 1:1 coaching so you can get clarity on your numbers, understand your investment options, and build a strategy that feels confident—not chaotic.

Madison’s goal is simple: to help you become a savvy, confident, badass investor who knows exactly what she’s invested in, why it’s working for her, and how it’s moving her closer to financial freedom.
24 min
November 17, 2025The Psychology of Spending: Why Your Brain Wants You to Stay Broke
Human psychology is the real MVP behind your money decisions—and in this solo episode, Madison pulls back the curtain on why you spend the way you do, especially heading into Black Friday and the holidays. She breaks down how your brain is wired for survival (not success), why dopamine has you chasing “add to cart” highs, and how powerful cognitive biases quietly run the show with your finances. If you’re stuck in cycles of overspending, FOMO purchases, or lifestyle creep, this episode will help you finally see the patterns, call yourself out with compassion, and start making money decisions that actually support your long-term goals—not just your instant gratification. Madison also shares how this exact psychology-of-spending work helped a Debt Ditcher Academy student shift her habits and pay off credit card debt in just three weeks, and how you can start creating your own version of that transformation.

What You’ll Learn
How your brain’s #1 job (survival) secretly fights against financial change and keeps you in the “comfortable known”
The fight / flight / freeze / fawn responses and how each one can show up in your money behaviors
Why your brain is addicted to dopamine and how that explains online shopping, lifestyle creep, and the constant urge for “more”
The difference between instant gratification and delayed gratification—and why building wealth requires thinking in decades, not days
The “hedonic treadmill” and how what once felt like a luxury slowly becomes your new normal (and more expensive baseline)
Key money-related cognitive biases
How to start calling yourself out (lovingly), create awareness around your spending triggers, and step into the driver’s seat of your financial life

This Episode Is For You If…
You’re heading into Black Friday / holiday season and want to avoid mindless spending and regretful “add to cart” moments.
You feel stuck in the same money cycles—debt, overspending, financial avoidance—even though you know better.
You’ve ever bought something mainly because it was “on sale” or because everyone else seemed to have it.
You notice FOMO, comparison, or “keeping up” energy driving your purchases more than your actual values.
You’re curious about mindset work but want to understand the science and psychology behind your financial habits.
You’re ready to build wealth, not just get out of debt—and you know that means changing how you think, not just what you budget.

Connect with Madison
📲 DM @newmoneymadison with your money move of the week.
✨ Ready to transform your money mindset? Apply for 1:1 coaching at madisonaldini.com.
🔁 Loved this episode? Share it with a friend who needs a simple, non-scary intro to investing!
💬 Interested in going deeper and rewiring your money identity? Ask Madison about the next cohort of Debt Ditcher Academy and how it can support your journey from debt to building real wealth.
📖 Madison’s Book Recommendation: The Molecule of More: How a Single Chemical in Your Brain Drives Love, Sex, and Creativity–and Will Determine the Fate of the Human Race by Daniel Z. Lieberman M.D. and Michael E. Long (Read Here!)
33 min
November 10, 2025The Identity Behind the Income: Rewriting Your Self-Concept with Chelsey Parkinson
If you’ve done all the goal setting, vision boarding, and money mindset work—but still feel stuck at the same ceiling—this conversation will hit home. In this episode, Madison sits down with Chelsey Parkinson, a high-performance and leadership coach who helps ambitious women stop settling and start building the lives they actually want.
Chelsey’s journey started inside the Department of Defense, where she led high-pressure teams and studied human behavior under stress. After leaving, she built a seven-figure coaching business—with zero ads and zero funnels—by focusing on the psychology behind success. Together, she and Madison unpack how your self-concept (the subconscious beliefs you hold about yourself) is the invisible force driving your results, especially when it comes to wealth.
You’ll hear why you can’t shame yourself into growth, how to build self-trust after years of second-guessing, and why emotional regulation—not just strategy—is the missing link between knowing what to do and actually doing it.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
What “self-concept” really means and why it determines your income ceiling
How subconscious programming keeps you in a cycle of self-sabotage
Why emotional work is the foundation of real behavior change
The truth about “delulu is the solulu” and when positivity becomes avoidance
How to rebuild self-trust and stop outsourcing your confidence
What it really takes to build a successful business without burning out
The mindset shift that helps you feel “ready” before you actually are
This Episode Is For You If…
You’ve consumed all the personal development content but still feel stuck.
You’re tired of doing the work and not seeing real results.
You want to understand the link between emotion, identity, and money.
You’re ready to stop self-sabotaging and start showing up differently.
You’re craving more confidence, self-trust, and emotional stability.

Connect with Chelsey
📱 Instagram: @chelsey_changeyourmind
💻 Work with Chelsey: DM her on Instagram to learn about private coaching and her 90-day “Delusional by Design” program!
Connect with Madison
💻 Visit Madison’s website: madisonaldini.com
📱 Follow Madison on Instagram: @newmoneymadison
✨ Join the waitlist for Debt Ditcher Academy and start building your plan for financial freedom. ✨

You don’t need more strategy—you need a stronger self-concept. When you start believing you’re the kind of woman who can build wealth, your habits, confidence, and results will finally catch up.
49 min
November 03, 2025The ROI of Rest: Why Your Health Is Your Most Underrated Investment with Erica Jones
We love money and we love building a life we’re proud of—but you can’t enjoy any of it if your energy is tanked and your nervous system is fried. In this episode, Madison sits down with Erica Jones, co-founder of Elevays, to talk about what it really takes to sustain energy, focus, and vitality while pursuing big goals. If you’re ready to protect your energy, build longevity, and create routines that actually work for your real life, this conversation will inspire you to start small and stay consistent.
Erica’s story starts in the pharmaceutical sales world—where she realized that “helping people” looked a lot more like selling prescriptions. That revelation led her to pivot into holistic health and functional medicine to help high performers build sustainable wellness routines that support their ambition rather than sabotage it.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
Why burnout is so common among high-achieving women
The difference between functional medicine and traditional healthcare—and why “average” isn’t the standard you want
Signs you might be in (or heading toward) burnout
How to weave wellness into your daily rhythm instead of waiting for a vacation to recover
The truth behind trending wellness fads (cold plunges, greens powders, supplement stacks)
Why consistency—not perfection—is the key to transformation
The link between long-term health and long-term wealth
This Episode Is For You If…
You’re ambitious and driven but often feel exhausted or overwhelmed trying to do it all.
You’ve hit a wall with your energy and know something has to change to sustain your pace.
You want to understand the difference between traditional and functional medicine.
You’re curious how to weave wellness into your daily routine without adding more to your plate.
You’ve fallen for trendy wellness fads and want to know what actually works.
You’re building wealth and success but want your health to match your goals.
You’re ready to make small, consistent changes that create long-term results.

Connect with Erica
💻 Website: Elevays.com
🎧 Join the Wellness Without Limits Audio Challenge!
📱 Follow Erica on Pinterest @Elevays for daily wellness inspiration.
📖 Erica’s Book Recommendation - Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones by James Clear (read here)

Connect with Madison
💻 Visit Madison’s website: madisonaldini.com
📱 Follow Madison on Instagram: @newmoneymadison
📖 Madison’s Book Recommendation - The Slight Edge: Turning Simple Disciplines Into Massive Success by Jeff Olson (read here)
✨ Join the waitlist for Debt Ditcher Academy and start building your plan for financial freedom. ✨
52 min
October 20, 2025Cycle Syncing 101: How to Use Your Hormones to Make More Money with Jess Suchan
Most ambitious women push themselves to operate at 110% all month long—and then wonder why they burn out. In this episode of Busy Getting Better, Madison is joined by holistic health and mindset coach Jess Suchan, who teaches women how to thrive by syncing with their natural cycle. Together, they unpack the four phases of the menstrual cycle, how birth control impacts our hormones, and why cycle syncing isn’t just about better periods—it’s about building confidence, energy, and even business success.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
The four phases of the menstrual cycle and what makes each unique
How to use cycle syncing to feel more energized, aligned, and productive
The impact of hormonal birth control on your body and hormones
Simple ways to start tracking your cycle (even if you’ve never done it before)
Why syncing your energy to your cycle can actually help you make more money
The mindset shift that turns your cycle into a superpower instead of a setback
This Episode Is For You If…
You’ve ever wondered why some weeks you feel unstoppable and others you just don’t.
You’re curious about cycle syncing but feel overwhelmed by the science of it.
You want to reduce PMS, regulate your energy, and feel more confident in your body.
You’re thinking about transitioning off birth control and want to know what to expect.
You’re ready to work with your body instead of against it to achieve your goals.
Connect with Jess
💻 Website: bodyblissbyjess.com
📱Instagram: @bodyblissbyjess
🎤Podcast: She Only Lives Once (S.O.L.O 2.0 with Jess & Rye)
💕 Membership: Supercharge Your Cycle (SYC) – coaching, tools, and community to align your body and life with your 2.0 self! (Join Here!) 💕
📖 Books and Blog Recommendations:
WomanCode: Perfect Your Cycle, Amplify Your Fertility, Supercharge Your Sex Drive, and Become a Power Source by Alisa Vitti (Read Here!)
In the FLO: Unlock Your Hormonal Advantage and Revolutionize Your Life by Alisa Vitti (Read Here!)
From the yourhormonebalance.com Blog: “Planning to come off hormonal birth control? (Consider the following tips for a smoother transition!)” (Read Here!)
Connect with Madison
💻 Visit Madison’s website: madisonaldini.com
📱 Follow Madison on Instagram: @newmoneymadison
📖 Book Recommendation: Beyond the Pill: A 30-Day Program to Balance Your Hormones, Reclaim Your Body, and Reverse the Dangerous Side Effects of the Birth Control Pill by Dr. Jolene Brighten (Read Here!)
✨ Learn more about the Debt Ditcher Academy and start building your plan to financial freedom. ✨

Quotes to Remember
“Your cycle isn’t your setback—it’s your superpower.” – Jess Suchan
“Rest is how I do the rest.” – Jess Suchan
“Energy is everything—treat it like a luxury item.” – Jess Suchan
“Operating on a 24-hour cycle is normal for men. For women, it’s a recipe for burnout.” – Madison Aldini
“The more intentional you are with your energy, the more magnetic and unstoppable you become.” – Jess Suchan
54 min
October 13, 2025How to Break Free from Overwhelm and Take Back Your Time with Michelle Gauthier
If you’ve ever found yourself saying “yes” to too many things, feeling frozen by your to-do list, or cleaning your house instead of tackling your actual priorities—you’re not alone. In this episode of Busy Getting Better, Madison is joined by life coach Michelle Gauthier, who helps high-achieving women step out of overwhelm and into intentional living. Together they unpack why women wear busyness like a badge of honor, how to spot when you’re spiraling into overwhelm, and practical steps to reclaim your time and energy.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
The real difference between stress and overwhelm—and why it matters
How to recognize your personal “overwhelm signals”
A simple framework for deciding when to say yes (and how to confidently say no)
Why people pleasing is more about control than kindness
Tools to “overwhelm-proof” your week before it spirals
The surprising mindset shifts that create calm, capacity, and confidence
This Episode Is For You If…
You’re a high-achieving woman who struggles to slow down.
You feel guilty when you say no—or guilty when you take downtime.
Your calendar is always overbooked, and you secretly resent it.
You want to build habits that expand your capacity without burning out.
You’re ready to take radical responsibility for your peace of mind.
Connect with Michelle
Podcast: Overwhelmed Working Woman (new episodes every Monday)
Free Tool: Calendar Cleanout – plan your week with intention
Website: michellegauthier.com | Work with Michelle: michellegauthier.com/links
Instagram: @michellegauthiercoach
Connect with Madison
💻 Visit Madison’s website: madisonaladini.com
📱 Follow Madison on Instagram: @newmoneymadison
✨ Learn more about Debt Ditcher Academy HERE - Enrollment closes on 10/15!

TAKE THE QUIZ: DISCOVER YOUR NEW MONEY ARCHETYPE ❤️‍🔥
READY TO MAKE SOME NEW MONEY MOVES? APPLY FOR 1:1 COACHING HERE ✅
40 min
October 06, 2025Breaking the Stigma: A Debt Conversation That Doesn’t Suck with Keziah Bollinger
✨Enroll Now + Save $390 to Debt Ditcher Academy (open until 10/15) ✨

Debt is one of those topics that so many people carry silently, weighed down by shame and secrecy. But what if the conversation didn’t have to feel so heavy? In this episode of Busy Getting Better, Madison is joined by her close friend, business coach Keziah Bollinger, for an honest, unfiltered conversation about being in debt, getting out of it, and everything in between. Together, they share the lessons, mindset shifts, and even surprising gratitude they’ve found through their debt journeys—reminding us all that debt doesn’t define you, it’s just a chapter.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
How Madison and Keziah each got into—and out of—debt (twice in Keziah’s case!)
Why debt doesn’t have to be a source of shame or loneliness
The power of viewing debt as a temporary season and a catalyst for growth
Practical money lessons debt can teach you (like cooking at home or grooming your own dog!)
How to reframe debt payoff with gratitude and delayed gratification
The importance of having honest financial conversations with your partner
This Episode Is For You If…
You feel weighed down by debt and want a fresh, shame-free perspective.
You’re ready to stop letting debt define your identity.
You want to learn how to make your money work for you instead of against you.
You need encouragement and community on your debt-free journey.
You’re curious how personal development and financial freedom go hand in hand.

Connect with Keziah
💻 Website: theworthwomen.com
📱 Instagram: @keziahbollinger and @worth_women
🎙️ Learn more about Keziah’s work as a business coach: Work with Keziah

Connect with Madison
💻 Visit Madison’s website: madisonaladini.com
📱 Follow Madison on Instagram: @newmoneymadison
✨ Learn more about the Debt Ditcher Academy and start building your plan to financial freedom. Enrollment is open until 10/15.
49 min
September 29, 20255 Common Money Moves That Keep You Stuck in Debt
✨ FREE WORKSHOP on 10/1 - The Debt Free Formula = Road to Zero ✨

In this power-packed solo episode, Madison is getting loud about the one thing we don’t talk enough about: debt. From personal experience paying off $70K to helping dozens of women rewrite their money stories, Madison is on a mission to strip away the shame and create an open, honest conversation around debt payoff and financial identity. You’ll learn the five most common money moves that keep people stuck in debt and the mindset shifts that can change everything. Madison also breaks down the difference between “wanted” and “unwanted” debt, explains why making more money isn’t always the answer, and shares how community, celebration, and clarity are game-changers on the journey to becoming debt-free.

What You’ll Learn
Why debt feels so shameful—and how to take that power back
How to map your full debt picture (balances, interest rates, minimums) and choose a starting point.
How minimum payments might be keeping you stuck (even if you're "doing everything right")
Why making more money isn’t always the answer to paying off debt
How accountability and celebration rewire your brain to stay consistent.
Why generic budget advice fails—and how to build a values-aligned spending plan.
Why focusing on what you want (not what you're running from) changes everything
This Episode Is For You If…
You’re stuck in the cycle of minimum payments and feel overwhelmed by your debt.
You’ve ever felt shame or isolation around your finances.
You think “I’ll pay off my debt once I make more money.”
You want to build a spending plan that reflects your future self, not your past patterns.
You’re ready to rewire your money mindset and stop hiding your goals.
Quotes to Remember
“The more clarity you have about your debt, the more power you have.”
“Money isn’t just logic; it’s emotion. Plan for the feelings or lifestyle creep will plan for you.”
“Celebration is a strategy—reward milestones to train your brain to want the journey.”
“Stop focusing only on ‘debt.’ Focus on the life you’re building instead.”

Connect with Madison
📲 DM @newmoneymadison with your money move of the week.
✨ Ready to transform your money mindset? Apply for 1:1 coaching at madisonaldini.com.
🔁 Loved this episode? Share it with a friend who needs a simple, non-scary intro to investing!

TAKE THE QUIZ: DISCOVER YOUR NEW MONEY ARCHETYPE ❤️‍🔥
READY TO MAKE SOME NEW MONEY MOVES? APPLY FOR 1:1 COACHING HERE ✅
31 min

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