We’ve all heard it: polite people don’t talk about money. But for women - and especially for the female business owner - that rule has fueled decades of money shame and silence. In this episode, I’m breaking the “don’t talk about money” rule wide open.

I share my own story of debt, secrecy, and money shaming, and why facing the truth out loud changed everything. Then, I’ll walk you through how female business owners can flip the script - moving from money shame and silence into power, freedom, and choice.

Inside this episode:

• Why women are taught to don’t talk about money and how that leads to money shame
• How I learned to stop hiding debt and start answering “what do you charge” without apology
• Sneaky ways money shaming shows up in your business as a female business owner
• Why saying your rates confidently (and not discounting) shifts your relationship with money
• Practical steps to turn money shame into self-care and growth

If you’ve ever wondered how to answer “what do you charge” or felt the sting of money shaming, this is your reminder: you’re allowed to want more, and you don’t have to stay silent.

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RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Blog Post: The Don’t Talk About Money Rule – and How to Claim Your Worth Out Loud

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