Welcome to another episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! In today’s conversation, I’m tackling a topic that’s front and center for so many of us—how to make money in an economy that feels like it’s working against you. Maybe you’re dealing with rising prices, stagnant wages, or the sense that no matter how hard you work, financial security keeps slipping farther from reach. If you’ve ever thought the system was rigged or wondered why it's so hard to just get ahead, this episode is for you.

Here’s the raw truth: tough economies don’t just create struggle, they create opportunity—but only if you know where to look and how to move. It’s all about adopting an ownership mindset, finding recession-proof ways to earn, and being strategic and disciplined with your finances so you can come out ahead.

We’ll get into actionable steps for building multiple income streams, cutting unnecessary expenses, and learning how to really put your money to work for you.  I'll share key mindset shifts to help you overcome tough times and grow stronger from them.

IN TODAY’S EPISODE, I DISCUSS:

• The critical shift from a job mindset to an ownership mindset
• How to identify and solve recession-proof problems to bring in extra income
• Leveraging your existing skills and assets to create value
• Building your emergency fund for peace of mind and financial security
• Paying off high-interest debt as an essential step to getting ahead
• Three immediate action steps you can take right now to start shifting your financial future

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