Sarah VanHoose
Budgeting has a bad reputation-it can be perceived as difficult, unnecessary, cumbersome, and annoying (I’m sure you can toss a few more words at me too!) However, whether you want to admit it or not, you need it! You can’t be financially responsible without a plan. I’m going to walk you through 10 EASY steps […]
My 10 Steps for Starting a Budget Read More »
You should never really rely on me for any cooking advice. Personal finance advice, yes – but recipes for a new chicken dish, probably not. I can do breakfast, I enjoy baking, and I make a mean ‘Mom lunch’. Dinners seem to take so much effort with the varied ingredients, lack of measured ingredients, and
Goal Planning Process: Slow Cooker vs Microwave Read More »
Did you stop dreaming? There once was a time that I did. Dreams are so…big. Daunting. Seemingly out of reach. But, I’ve learned they don’t have to be, and you actually can believe in your dreams again. Question: How do you take big goals or dreams and put them into bite size pieces of a plan
Believe in your dreams again Read More »
Welcome, and thank you for reading this guest post! If you are already looking through myjourneytoinfluence’s blog then CONGRATS! You have started your financial journey and are looking to your future for a more fulfilled and stress free life! Everyone has a different history, story, and journey. People read, watch and listen to a variety
Guest Post: Let’s Talk about the FIRE Movement Read More »
There is a phrase that my Mom gifted me that has changed my life. For real. “Not wrong, just different.” Julie Stephens I wasn’t really used to seeing things from a different perspective (at least, I didn’t think I needed to). I used to get stuck on the fact that I was right-my way or
Seeing Things from a Different Perspective Read More »
Okay, for the non-readers, the strong visual learners and those that prefer vlogs over blogs, this post is for you today! I’m summarizing my weekly videos each month, along with the BIG ‘tiny house’ monthly goal update. For those of you that don’t “do” social media – this is for you too! If you’re a
Strong Visual Learners-This is for You Read More »
I have some exciting news to share, and something I’m proud of. I was on my first podcast episode recently! Can I be completely honest with you? I was sweating in all the places getting ready for my first ever podcast recording. Let me tell you all about it (it has to do with your
Personal Financial Wellness and Your Overall Health Read More »
Okay, I’ve got to tell you about the envelope system as part of a money management toolkit. So what todo with these envelopes? You have discretionary expenses that you need monthly, right? Ones that you aren’t always the same amount, and you can’t auto deduct them from your checking account. These are some of our
What am I supposed to do with envelopes? Read More »
First things first…how did April stack up, and what was the original plan for May? Okay, for the non-readers, the visual learners and my Dad…. I have started summarizing some of my weekly videos each month, along with the BIG ‘tiny house’ monthly goal update. For those of you that don’t “do” social media –
April Showers brought May…Furlough News Read More »
Today’s client highlight is my experience working with Heidi, and her husband through a handful of coaching sessions and regular check ins. With their permission, I’m sharing part of their coaching experience here. Have you ever had the opportunity to play big sister and help out a friend? Completely rewarding to have the ability to
Client Highlight: Heidi Read More »