Money and Media: Presented by FinCon

Why do people write blogs? Is it becoming easier to write? How do you handle Imposter Syndrome?

These are the questions we asked JD Roth - and we reflect on his first presentation 8 years ago. Will we all be millionaires as he predicted?

Listen to find out!

For more information, visit https://finconexpo.com/blogging-tips-jd-roth/

#65: With the increased saturation in the blogging world, it can be a little bit more challenging to get noticed so you might be feeling less motivated to keep going.

We recently sat down with Grant Sabatier of Millennial Money and author of the new book Financial Freedom to talk about the future of blogging as we know it.

Sabatier offered blogging tips for the next generation of bloggers:

• Define what you want to get out of your blog
• Beware of merging 2 models
• Have an honest conversation with yourself
• ...and more

For more, visit the show notes at https://finconexpo.com/blogging-tips-grant-sabatier/ 

A special BONUS treat! We’ve asked Mr. Plutus Awards Harlan Landes and Plutus Award team member Miranda Marquit down to share this years finalists.

They’ll spend a little time sharing ALL of the finalists in every category.

Is your favorite nominated? Are there fresh new names of blogs, podcasts, You Tube videos, or social media sharers that you need to add?

We’ll share the complete list on today’s podcast.

Then in our EPIC panel discussion, we’ll spend about 90 minutes hashing out ten of the categories.

• Who are the dark horses to win?
• Who could surprise?
• What names should win, and who do our panelists want to win?

We’ll dig in deeper on today’s show!

Chris Hogan is a #1 national best-selling author, dynamic speaker, and financial expert. For more than a decade, Hogan has served at Ramsey Solutions, spreading a message of hope to audiences across the country as a financial coach and Ramsey Personality.

In today’s episode of the Money & Media podcast sponsored by LadderLife, Chris shares about his journey from bill collector to money coach. He also discusses the importance of having a spirit of gratitude, being a lifelong learner, and overcoming fear.

We are excited to feature Chris as a #FinCon18 keynote speaker at this year’s event. Hear more of his story as well as a bonus interview with Harlan Landes about this year’s Plutus Awards all in one incredible episode.

Keynote speaker Rachel Cruze shares lessons learned about public speaking, managing a robust schedule, creating YouTube videos and books, and more.

Also, Bobby Lee from 2 Minute Finance gives us the low-down on what's happening at this year's FinCon FinTech Startup Competition and lineup.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://finconexpo.com/mm-62-rachel-cruze/

Whether you are a YouTube noob or a video veteran, this episode is all about creating content for YouTube. It has something for every level of video content creator looking to grow their subscribers and increase their reach.

Today we speak with Chelsea Fagan of The Financial Diet. In addition to running The Financial Diet and authoring a book by the same title, Chelsea has also grown her YouTube channel to over 500,000 subscribers. Here she shares techniques to get camera ready, ways to deliver value to your audience, and all the need-to-know details regarding analytics, editing, and more.

If you are interested in learning more about creating content for YouTube at any stage of the game, make sure to give this episode a listen.

Links:

Chelsea's website: https://thefinancialdiet.com

The Financial Diet's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSPYNpQ2fHv9HJ-q6MIMaPw

Download the FinCon app to see the full schedule and connect with other FinConners: https://finconexpo.com/app

Never been to FinCon before? We’ve compiled a First Timer’s Guide just for you.

Today we speak with Nick True who runs the First Timer Orientation. He talks about what to bring to #FinCon18 and what to leave behind. He stresses the importance of utilizing the FinCon app and Slack channels to connect with others at the event.

As a bonus, we spend a couple minutes with Eric Rosenberg who organizes #IgniteFinCon. He shares the unique format of Ignite talks and the reasons attendees love this fun event.

For more details, or tickets to FinCon, visit https://finconexpo.com/mm-60-first-timers-guide/

What exciting themes will emerge in the personal finance space over the next 10 years? Joe Saul-Sehy talks with expert Jean Chatzky, the financial editor for NBC’s TODAY show, AARP’s personal finance ambassador, and host of the podcast HerMoney with Jean Chatzky.

Jean is no stranger to FinCon or the Money & Media Podcast. (Check out her previous appearance before she hit the main stage at #FinCon13.) She’ll be returning again this year as one of the opening keynotes at #FinCon18.

In this episode, Jean Chatzky shares:

• The story behind her acquiring DailyWorth
• What’s new with the HerMoney podcast
• The biggest money stories of the next 10 years including things such as annuities, women and finance, and financial literacy

For more information, visit the show notes at https://finconexpo.com/personal-finance-predictions-jean-chatzky/

Starting a business can present many challenges. But have you considered building a business or brand with your spouse? Partnering with them could be one of the best decisions you could make.

In this episode of the Money & Media Podcast, Tai & Talaat McNeely talk about the dynamics of running His & Her Money when your business partner is also your spouse. The two of them had already begun 6 ventures together before starting His & Her Money. Tai & Talaat share insights and some cautions to consider when entering into business with your significant other

For more information, visit the show notes at https://finconexpo.com/mm-58-tai-talaat-mcneely

On today's Money & Media Podcast: FinConner Chenell Tull dishes out all the Facebook Ad Terms and what we can do to make our ads more effective - and how we should be split-testing them for greater impact.