The Hardest Financial Conversation You Must Have With Your Parents (Ep. 112)
Be Your Own Daddy Podcast with Alycia Israel
Release Date: 11/25/2024
Why All Women Should Be Using Diem With Special Guest, the CEO & Co-Founder Emma Bates (Ep. 136)
Be Your Own Daddy Podcast with Alycia Israel
Emma Bates is the CEO and co-founder of Diem. Diem is creating a new front door to the internet––starting with their social search engine that draws inspiration from how women search the internet. Emma is on a mission to showcase how inclusive internet platforms, like Diem, bridge the gender information gap and pave the way for a "new internet" that nurtures real connections through innovative technology. Prior to Diem, Emma led Partnerships at the travel brand, Away, and was Head of Community at the global creator commerce company, Whalar. Her unique approach on marketing, partnerships...
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The Key To Successful Leadership In Work & Life (Ep. 135)
Be Your Own Daddy Podcast with Alycia Israel
Something recently happened inside my company that inspired this episode and reminded me the value of effective leadership especially in today's age. We had a payment issue for a client which could have derailed their entire experience with us but my team member not only took responsibility but took extreme ownership in owning the mistake and making it right quickly. This is a testament to hiring value first but also how I show up as a leader and what I instill in my employees. Listen in as I explain more of the story and share 6 ways to improve outcomes through feedback. Time Stamps:...
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My Take On The Blue Origin Space Flight (Ep. 134)
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During my vacation, something rather noteworthy happened while I was gone and I wanted to talk about it on this week's episode. The Blue Origin Spaceflight has received a lot of attention and I want to unpack what I observed, the public uproar, and more. Time Stamps: (0:17) The Blue Origin Spaceflight (1:21) Been Following Amanda Nguyen For Awhile (5:00) The Mission and Passengers (6:30) The Uproar (9:45) 28 Million Per Seat (11:38) Performative Feminism (16:34) Women Are Being Erased From History (20:25) The Bottom Line --------------------- Stay Connected: Instagram: Facebook:...
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Two Important Things To Do When The Stock Market Takes A Shit (Ep. 133)
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Unless you've been living under a rock, you've probably heard or are concerned about the volatility of the stock market right now and understandably so. With the state of the world right now, the added anxiety of your financial future can be overwhelming. I have two important things to do and remember during this time and they might surprise you but trust me, this advice will pay off in the long run. Time Stamps: (0:18) Let’s Talk About The Stock Market (1:23) What Happened With The Stock Market (4:25) Two Important Things To Do During Volatility (9:15) Stay The Course...
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The Money Mindset Shift That Took Me From 40K A Year To 700K A Year (Ep. 132)
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Arguably the biggest lesson I've learned about money is the power of investing in yourself and you've probably heard this before but hear me out. When I exited college I had a lot of student loan debt and had a full time job plus 3 different side hustles only to bring home 70k a year. There had to be a different way. This is when I decided to go more than all in and invest in myself with money I didn't have. I had to make this work and I'm here to tell you that was my springboard to my business and my money success. Listen in as I explain the story and what I hope you take away from it. ...
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What To Do If You Are A Federal Worker Impacted By DOGE (Ep. 131)
Be Your Own Daddy Podcast with Alycia Israel
As you are probably well aware of, the new administrations federal worker cuts are impacting thousands and I have mixed feelings about the whole situation. No doubt there was overspending and we have a financial deficit that needs to be addressed but also people and families are heavily impacted through this decision. I'll share more of my perspective and why I believe private sector work is best for you going forward. Time Stamps: (0:20) Transition in the Federal Government (1:34) The Numbers (5:30) My Experience Working In Higher Education (11:30) Recognizing Both Sides (12:23)...
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A Big Problem With Society… (Ep. 130)
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“A big part of the problem with society is that, instead of fixing our problems, everyone is trying to make enough money so that the problems won’t affect them.” This quote was a gut punch to me and I had a realization about society that I wanted to talk about in this episode. While the notion of pulling yourself up by your bootstraps sounds good in theory, it simply isn't an option for some and where you start and your access to resources matter. Listen in as I explain my perspective on this issue. Time Stamps: (0:24) A Quote Gut Punched Me (2:10) Growth and Changing Your...
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How To Have An Easier Birth Experience & Avoid An Unnecessary C-Section with Special Guest HeHe Stewart (Ep. 129)
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HeHe Stewart is a leading childbirth educator, advocate, and maternity care reform expert. With a Master’s in Human Development and over a decade of experience, she empowers families with evidence-based birth prep, informed decision-making, and postpartum readiness. She is a fierce advocate for informed consent, reducing unnecessary interventions, and ensuring patient autonomy in birth. Beyond working with families, HeHe is actively involved in legislative efforts to improve women’s health policies and expand access to midwifery care. She works to reform maternity care by advocating for...
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Life Update: Fair Warning It’s A Tear Jerker (Ep. 128)
Be Your Own Daddy Podcast with Alycia Israel
I originally had an interview lined up this week that unfortunately got rescheduled but this gives me a chance to give you an update on my life and what's been going on that I don't talk about a lot. Warning: it is sad but it's apart of life. If you are dealing with the same or similar situation when it comes to end of life care for a beloved pet, know you aren't alone. I want to share my thoughts and experience with you and remind you that it's okay to not have your shit together all the time. Time Stamps: (0:20) Life Update (2:05) Backstory on Jack (6:23) How I Met Piotr...
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When, Why, & How To Freeze Your Credit (Ep. 127)
Be Your Own Daddy Podcast with Alycia Israel
This could save you a lot of stress and headache if and when the time comes. With the amount of leaks that happen, our information has never been more vulnerable and this is one sure fire way to protect it. In this episode, I'm going to explain why and how to freeze your credit and why it's so valuable to your long term financial future if an issue like fraud or identity theft occurs. Time Stamps: (0:21) My Team’s Surprise To Me (2:51) Freezing Your Credit (6:44) Preventing Fraud (9:20) When Your Credit Is Frozen --------------------- Equifax – or call 1-800-349-9960....
info_outlineThis may be one of the hardest conversations you'll have with your parents but it will save a lot of frustration, waiting, and headache when the time actually comes. Today's episode is all around the legal side of end of life planning and how assets transfer over. I want to share the reality of what this looks like and I want to share what actions I took so I can properly grieve when the time comes and I'm not also worried about this side of it.
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(0:18) Hard Conversations With Parents
(2:17) The Story
(5:30) Talking About Death and Planning
(7:05) Meeting With End of Life Lawyer
(10:33) What Is Probate?
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Difference Between Transfer on Death Deed & Living Trust
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