Keys to Financial Confidence

Keys to Financial Confidence

By Marika StimacEducationSelf-Improvement
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Keys to Financial Confidence episodes

  • Saving for the Awesome Stuff with David Delisle

    In this episode, we dive into Chapter 33: "Fun Account" from the book "Keys to Financial Confidence: Unlock Your Best Life". Because let's face it, living your best life includes having some fun, right?

    Join me as I engage in an enlightening conversation with David Delisle, a successful author, entrepreneur, real estate investor, and former financial advisor and marketing director. But above all, David is a dad who truly understands the importance of incorporating fun into our lives.

    During our discussion, you'll discover:

    • The significance of saving up for the awesome things in life
    • How to start and manage a fun account for your financial goals
    • Strategies and tips for effectively saving and prioritizing your fun expenses
    • Tune in to this episode and discover how you can create a dedicated space for fun in your financial journey!


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      Book: "Keys to Financial Confidence: Unlock Your Best Life"

      • Find the book here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠mybook.to/Bv9G⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
      • Workbook:

        • Work through "The Workbook" to accompany the book: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠amzn.to/3KUh34i⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
        • FCcoach Etsy Shop:

          • Explore the Etsy shop for budgeting spreadsheets and worksheets: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thefccoach.etsy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
          • Website:

            • For more information and to connect, visit my website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thefinancialconfidencecoach.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
            • Blog:

              • Read up on how to become financially confident on my blog: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thefinancialconfidencecoach.com/blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
              • Get the "GET TRACKING" App:

                • Download the app to track your expenses: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠bit.ly/3FhyfwJ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠"

                • 31 min
                • Retirement Talk: Retire with Possibilities with Eric Weigel

                  Join Eric, the founder of Retire with Possibilities, as he explores Chapter 32: Retirement Talk in my book "Keys to Financial Confidence: Unlock Your Best Life." In this episode, Eric Weigel, an advocate for helping baby boomers live a healthier and more adventurous life during their "third age," shares his insights and experiences. As a baby boomer himself, Eric understands the anxieties that arise as retirement approaches and is dedicated to preparing individuals for this significant transition.

                  In this episode, you will discover:

                  • The importance of having a retirement strategy
                  • Practical steps to get started on your retirement planning journey
                  • Strategies to overcome obstacles that may arise along the way
                  • Be sure to tune in and discover how you can confidently approach retirement and create a fulfilling life in your "third age."


                    Connect with Eric:

                    Website: https://www.retirewithpossibilities.com

                    Book: https://www.retirewithpossibilities.com/reimagine-retirement/


                    My info!

                    Book: "Keys to Financial Confidence: Unlock Your Best Life"

                    • Find the book here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠mybook.to/Bv9G⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
                    • Workbook:

                      • Work through "The Workbook" to accompany the book: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠amzn.to/3KUh34i⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
                      • FCcoach Etsy Shop:

                        • Explore the Etsy shop for budgeting spreadsheets and worksheets: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thefccoach.etsy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
                        • Website:

                          • For more information and to connect, visit my website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thefinancialconfidencecoach.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
                          • Blog:

                            • Read up on how to become financially confident on my blog: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thefinancialconfidencecoach.com/blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
                            • Get the "GET TRACKING" App:

                              • Download the app to track your expenses: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠bit.ly/3FhyfwJ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠"

                              • 22 min
                              • Crafting Your Personal Positive Statement with Carmie Alessi

                                Join me as I dive into Chapter 31 of my book "Keys to Financial Confidence: Unlock Your Best Life" with the incredible Carmie Alessi, a Certified Life Coach & Theta Healing® Practitioner. In this episode, we explore the concept of "Your Personal Positive Statement" and its profound impact on your financial confidence. Carmie's passion for helping individuals grow their confidence shines through as she shares valuable insights and practical steps to create your own positive statement.

                                In this episode, you will discover:

                                • The significance of picking a positive statement for yourself
                                • Step-by-step guidance on how to choose your personal positive statement
                                • The power of words and how they influence your actions
                                • Tune in to unlock the transformative potential of your personal positive statement!

                                  Connect with Carmie Alessi:

                                  Website: https://carmiealessi.com


                                  My info!

                                  Book: "Keys to Financial Confidence: Unlock Your Best Life"

                                  • Find the book here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠mybook.to/Bv9G⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
                                  • Workbook:

                                    • Work through "The Workbook" to accompany the book: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠amzn.to/3KUh34i⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
                                    • FCcoach Etsy Shop:

                                      • Explore the Etsy shop for budgeting spreadsheets and worksheets: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thefccoach.etsy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
                                      • Website:

                                        • For more information and to connect, visit my website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thefinancialconfidencecoach.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
                                        • Blog:

                                          • Read up on how to become financially confident on my blog: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thefinancialconfidencecoach.com/blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
                                          • Get the "GET TRACKING" App:

                                            • Download the app to track your expenses: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠bit.ly/3FhyfwJ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠"



                                            • 33 min
                                            • The Power of Vision Boards with Hazel Williams

                                              As a specialist in vision boards, Hazel Williams enlightens us on the profound impact these tools can have in helping us achieve our financial dreams.

                                              Discover why creating a vision board is a transformative exercise that can unlock your path to success. Hazel shares her expertise on how to effectively create and utilize vision boards to align your thoughts, intentions, and actions with your financial goals.

                                              In this episode, you'll learn:

                                              • The process of creating a powerful vision board
                                              • The psychological and emotional benefits of visualizing your financial dreams
                                              • How to stay motivated and inspired on your financial journey
                                              • Hazel's personal journey and her passion for helping others achieve their goals will inspire you to embark on your own visual exploration of financial success.

                                                Connect with Hazel Williams:

                                                Website: https://biggirlinterrupted.ca
                                                Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/big-girl-interrupted


                                                My info!

                                                Book: "Keys to Financial Confidence: Unlock Your Best Life"

                                                • Find the book here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠mybook.to/Bv9G⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
                                                • Workbook:

                                                  • Work through "The Workbook" to accompany the book: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠amzn.to/3KUh34i⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
                                                  • FCcoach Etsy Shop:

                                                    • Explore the Etsy shop for budgeting spreadsheets and worksheets: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thefccoach.etsy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
                                                    • Website:

                                                      • For more information and to connect, visit my website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thefinancialconfidencecoach.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
                                                      • Blog:

                                                        • Read up on how to become financially confident on my blog: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thefinancialconfidencecoach.com/blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
                                                        • Get the "GET TRACKING" App:

                                                          • Download the app to track your expenses: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠bit.ly/3FhyfwJ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠"


                                                          • 29 min
                                                          • Embracing Your Financial Journey with Shaun Maslyk

                                                            In this captivating episode of "Keys to Financial Confidence," join us as we engage in an enlightening conversation with Shaun Maslyk, a financial planner and the host of the thought-provoking podcast, "The Most Hated F-word."

                                                            We explore the vital topics of "Behaving Like Who You Want to Be," "Money Stories," and "Living Your Rich Life." Shaun's insights and experiences shed light on the profound impact of aligning your behavior with your financial aspirations, rewriting your money narrative, and ultimately, living the life you've always dreamed of.

                                                            Discover the keys to embracing your unique financial journey and crafting a narrative that empowers you to achieve your goals. We delve into the importance of defining your authentic self and explore practical strategies for financial success.


                                                            Connect with Shaun here: 

                                                            Website: https://themosthatedfword.com/about/

                                                            Podcast: https://themosthatedfword.com/subscribe-to-podcast/


                                                            My info!

                                                            Book: "Keys to Financial Confidence: Unlock Your Best Life"

                                                            • Find the book here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠mybook.to/Bv9G⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
                                                            • Workbook:

                                                              • Work through "The Workbook" to accompany the book: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠amzn.to/3KUh34i⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
                                                              • FCcoach Etsy Shop:

                                                                • Explore the Etsy shop for budgeting spreadsheets and worksheets: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thefccoach.etsy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
                                                                • Website:

                                                                  • For more information and to connect, visit my website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thefinancialconfidencecoach.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
                                                                  • Blog:

                                                                    • Read up on how to become financially confident on my blog: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thefinancialconfidencecoach.com/blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
                                                                    • Get the "GET TRACKING" App:

                                                                      • Download the app to track your expenses: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠bit.ly/3FhyfwJ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠"

                                                                      • 25 min
                                                                      • Becoming the Person You Want to Be with Michelle Onaka

                                                                        In this episode, we dive into Chapter 29 of "Keys to Financial Confidence: Unlock Your Best Life" with the insightful Michelle Onaka. We explore the concept of starting to behave like the person you aspire to be, especially when it comes to your finances. Michelle, a passionate advocate for intentional money management, shares her expertise on how our behaviors impact our relationship with money and offers practical steps to begin this transformative journey.

                                                                        Listen in as we discuss:

                                                                        • Understanding the significance of aligning your actions with your financial goals
                                                                        • Overcoming the challenges of behavior change
                                                                        • Taking the first steps towards living a more intentional financial life
                                                                        • Join us in this inspiring conversation and discover how you can start behaving like the person you want to become.


                                                                          Connect with Michelle Onaka:

                                                                          Website: https://intentionalmoneylife.com
                                                                          Free investing course: https://intentionalmoneylife.com/invest/


                                                                          My info!

                                                                          Book: "Keys to Financial Confidence: Unlock Your Best Life"

                                                                          • Find the book here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠mybook.to/Bv9G⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
                                                                          • Workbook:

                                                                            • Work through "The Workbook" to accompany the book: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠amzn.to/3KUh34i⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
                                                                            • FCcoach Etsy Shop:

                                                                              • Explore the Etsy shop for budgeting spreadsheets and worksheets: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thefccoach.etsy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
                                                                              • Website:

                                                                                • For more information and to connect, visit my website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thefinancialconfidencecoach.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
                                                                                • Blog:

                                                                                  • Read up on how to become financially confident on my blog: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thefinancialconfidencecoach.com/blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
                                                                                  • Get the "GET TRACKING" App:

                                                                                    • Download the app to track your expenses: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠bit.ly/3FhyfwJ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠"

                                                                                    • 26 min
                                                                                    • Designing Your Ideal Day with Paige Pritchard

                                                                                      In today's episode, we dive into one of the most important chapters from the book "Keys to Financial Confidence: Unlock Your Best Life." Join us as we explore Chapter 28: Ideal Day, and discover why knowing what your ideal day looks like can have a profound impact on your spending habits and help you live your best life.

                                                                                      Paige is an incredible guest who specializes in helping people overcome their struggles with overspending. Together, we explore the concept of your ideal day and how it plays a significant role in your financial decisions. By understanding what truly makes your day ideal, you can align your spending with your values and priorities.

                                                                                      In this episode, you will:

                                                                                      • Discover why defining your ideal day is crucial for financial confidence
                                                                                      • Gain insights into your spending habits and understand why you spend the way you do
                                                                                      • Learn practical strategies to define your ideal day and prioritize the elements that matter most to you
                                                                                      • By the end of this episode, you may find yourself inspired to define what living your best life truly means for you.

                                                                                        As mentioned Money dials in episode: https://www.iwillteachyoutoberich.com/money-dials/

                                                                                        My info!

                                                                                        Book: "Keys to Financial Confidence: Unlock Your Best Life"

                                                                                        • Find the book here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠mybook.to/Bv9G⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
                                                                                        • Workbook:

                                                                                          • Work through "The Workbook" to accompany the book: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠amzn.to/3KUh34i⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
                                                                                          • FCcoach Etsy Shop:

                                                                                            • Explore the Etsy shop for budgeting spreadsheets and worksheets: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thefccoach.etsy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
                                                                                            • Website:

                                                                                              • For more information and to connect, visit my website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thefinancialconfidencecoach.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
                                                                                              • Blog:

                                                                                                • Read up on how to become financially confident on my blog: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thefinancialconfidencecoach.com/blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
                                                                                                • Get the "GET TRACKING" App:

                                                                                                  • Download the app to track your expenses: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠bit.ly/3FhyfwJ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠"


                                                                                                  • 41 min
                                                                                                  • Boosting Your Income with Brock Denson

                                                                                                    In this episode, join me as I sit down with Brock Denson, the visionary founder of Project Personal Finance. Together, we dive into the 25th chapter of my book, "Time to Get to Work." Our discussion focuses on empowering you to boost your income, whether through advancements in your current job or by exploring exciting side hustle opportunities.

                                                                                                    Tune in for practical insights and valuable strategies that can elevate your financial journey and enhance your confidence in managing your finances.


                                                                                                    My info!

                                                                                                    Book: "Keys to Financial Confidence: Unlock Your Best Life"

                                                                                                    • Find the book here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠mybook.to/Bv9G⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
                                                                                                    • Workbook:

                                                                                                      • Work through "The Workbook" to accompany the book: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠amzn.to/3KUh34i⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
                                                                                                      • FCcoach Etsy Shop:

                                                                                                        • Explore the Etsy shop for budgeting spreadsheets and worksheets: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thefccoach.etsy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
                                                                                                        • Website:

                                                                                                          • For more information and to connect, visit my website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thefinancialconfidencecoach.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
                                                                                                          • Blog:

                                                                                                            • Read up on how to become financially confident on my blog: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thefinancialconfidencecoach.com/blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
                                                                                                            • Get the "GET TRACKING" App:

                                                                                                              • Download the app to track your expenses: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠bit.ly/3FhyfwJ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠"

                                                                                                              • 21 min
                                                                                                              • Setting S.M.A.R.T Goals with April Stroink

                                                                                                                In this episode, we dive into the topic of setting financially SMART goals, which is a crucial step in your journey towards financial confidence. Join us as we explore Chapter 24: Time to set some financial S.M.A.R.T. goals from the book "Keys to Financial Confidence: Unlock Your Best Life."

                                                                                                                Our expert guest, April Stroik, is passionate about helping individuals gain clarity and control over their finances, empowering them to save money and spend without guilt. With April's expertise, we unravel the process of setting SMART goals and discuss why it's essential for your financial success.
                                                                                                                In this episode, you will learn:

                                                                                                                • The importance of setting S.M.A.R.T. goals for your financial journey
                                                                                                                • Strategies and techniques to make your goals specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and timely
                                                                                                                • How to gain clarity and control over your finances through goal setting
                                                                                                                • Tips for staying consistent and motivated in pursuing your financial objectives
                                                                                                                • The positive impact that setting S.M.A.R.T. goals can have on your financial confidence and overall well-being.
                                                                                                                • Don't miss this episode if you're ready to take charge of your financial future and achieve your financial aspirations!

                                                                                                                  Connect with April Stroik:

                                                                                                                  Website: https://aprilstroik.ca


                                                                                                                  My info!

                                                                                                                  Book: "Keys to Financial Confidence: Unlock Your Best Life"

                                                                                                                  • Find the book here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠mybook.to/Bv9G⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
                                                                                                                  • Workbook:

                                                                                                                    • Work through "The Workbook" to accompany the book: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠amzn.to/3KUh34i⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
                                                                                                                    • FCcoach Etsy Shop:

                                                                                                                      • Explore the Etsy shop for budgeting spreadsheets and worksheets: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thefccoach.etsy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
                                                                                                                      • Website:

                                                                                                                        • For more information and to connect, visit my website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thefinancialconfidencecoach.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
                                                                                                                        • Blog:

                                                                                                                          • Read up on how to become financially confident on my blog: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thefinancialconfidencecoach.com/blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
                                                                                                                          • Get the "GET TRACKING" App:

                                                                                                                            • Download the app to track your expenses: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠bit.ly/3FhyfwJ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠"

                                                                                                                            • 25 min
                                                                                                                            • Time to Get Investing with Vittorio Rigato

                                                                                                                              Join us in this enlightening episode as we speak to Vittorio Rigato, the Investing Coach and mastermind behind Stoic Money. If you've ever had thoughts like "I don't know where to start," "I don't have time," "It's too complicated," or "It's too risky" when it comes to investing, then this episode is tailor-made for you. Vittorio is dedicated to empowering individuals like you with the knowledge and tools needed to invest independently and achieve financial freedom. He firmly believes that motivation is the key to creating passive income, making work optional, and realizing early retirement.

                                                                                                                              Throughout our discussion, you will discover the essential steps to get started on your investing journey and gain insights into what to expect along the way. Highlights of this episode include:

                                                                                                                              • Overcoming common hurdles: addressing the concerns and doubts that often hold people back from investing, such as lack of knowledge, time constraints, perceived complexity, and risk aversion.
                                                                                                                              • The power of motivation: understanding how motivation can be the driving force behind your success in building wealth and achieving financial independence.
                                                                                                                              • Actionable strategies: Vittorio shares practical tips and advice to help you take that crucial first step, establish a strong foundation, and navigate the challenges and opportunities in the world of investing.
                                                                                                                              • Connect with Vittorio Rigato:

                                                                                                                                Website: https://www.stoicmoneycoach.com
                                                                                                                                Download Vittorio's Ebook: https://www.stoicmoneycoach.com/ebook


                                                                                                                                If you've been longing to enter the world of investing but have felt uncertain or overwhelmed, this episode is a must-listen.

                                                                                                                                My info!

                                                                                                                                Book: "Keys to Financial Confidence: Unlock Your Best Life"

                                                                                                                                • Find the book here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠mybook.to/Bv9G⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
                                                                                                                                • Workbook:

                                                                                                                                  • Work through "The Workbook" to accompany the book: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠amzn.to/3KUh34i⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
                                                                                                                                  • FCcoach Etsy Shop:

                                                                                                                                    • Explore the Etsy shop for budgeting spreadsheets and worksheets: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thefccoach.etsy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
                                                                                                                                    • Website:

                                                                                                                                      • For more information and to connect, visit my website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thefinancialconfidencecoach.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
                                                                                                                                      • Blog:

                                                                                                                                        • Read up on how to become financially confident on my blog: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thefinancialconfidencecoach.com/blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
                                                                                                                                        • Get the "GET TRACKING" App:

                                                                                                                                          • Download the app to track your expenses: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠bit.ly/3FhyfwJ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠"

                                                                                                                                          • Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast episode is for educational and informational purposes only. It should not be considered as financial or investment advice. The host and guests of this podcast episode are not liable for any actions or decisions taken by listeners based on the information provided. By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge and agree to the terms of this disclaimer.

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                                                                                                                                          About Keys to Financial Confidence

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                                                                                                                                          Join Marika Stimac – AFCC®️ Financial Counselor, Author, App Creator, and now Podcast Host – as she guides you through her book “Keys To Financial Confidence: Unlock Your Best Life”. Each key is…