The Successful Living Podcast Dinette Rivera

Tired of the Impact External Forces have on your money?

Welcome back to The Successful Living Podcast. ! I'm
thrilled to have you here today as we delve into a topic that's close to all
our hearts: success, self-awareness, and the often-overlooked aspect of
financial consciousness. In a world where we tend to point fingers at external
factors for our financial struggles, it's high time we turn the spotlight
inward and examine our own decisions. I'm your host Dinette Rivera, and in
today's episode, we're going to explore how self-awareness and financial
consciousness can pave the way for a more prosperous future.

Let’s start with the blame game

When financial difficulties strike, it's easy to play the
blame game. We often find ourselves pointing fingers at the economy, politics,
job market, and a plethora of external factors. But what if the real key to
unlocking our financial woes lies within our own decisions? Let's face it –
blaming external factors might offer temporary relief, but it doesn't provide a
long-term solution.

The Power of Self-Awareness

So, what's the solution? Self-awareness. Understanding our
own financial habits, behaviors, and tendencies is the first step towards
achieving financial consciousness. By acknowledging our own role in our
financial situation, we can take control and make conscious choices that lead
to positive outcomes. Self-awareness empowers us to assess our spending
patterns, recognize our strengths and weaknesses, and identify areas for
improvement.

Income vs. Expenses

When faced with financial challenges, the knee-jerk reaction
is often to focus solely on increasing our income. We look for better-paying
jobs or even consider taking on additional part-time work. While these are
valid strategies, they're just one side of the coin. It's equally important to
scrutinize our expenses.

Financial Decision-Making

One of the best practices is to examine our current
financial decisions. Are we truly conscious of how we're spending our money?
Can we account for every dollar that leaves our wallets? Savings shouldn't be
an afterthought – it should be a cornerstone of our financial planning.
Building an emergency fund becomes essential to safeguard against unexpected
events.

Shifting the Focus

Instead of immediately seeking external solutions, consider
a paradigm shift. Turn your attention inwards and evaluate your own financial
habits. Ask yourself: Am I making conscious choices when it comes to spending
and saving? Am I prioritizing my financial well-being? By asking these questions,
you're setting the stage for a more secure future.

Crafting a Financial Future

Crafting a successful financial future requires a holistic
approach. It's not just about earning more money; it's about managing that
money effectively. This means understanding your financial goals, creating a
budget, tracking expenses, and consistently saving for the future.



































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In this episode, I share a story about a conversation on financial planning. What is interesting about the conversation, is the idea that some people have that we shouldn't speak to people struggling with money because it may be disempowering. If someone is struggling financially and we speak about a financial plan, it may feel impossible to achieve. It made my stomach turn, but I realized the people in the conversation were not trained financial coaches and it is a common misconception that you cannot achieve financial wellness or build wealth without having a certain amount of money available to you. Everyone has the ability to start working on their finances, whatever their situation. The financial plan is the tool we use to help someone build the foundation for financial stability and wealth. It includes things like saving, an emergency fund, an estate plan, retirement, and more. For example, If you have children under the age of 18, you need a will and testament. I will speak about the reason for a will and testament, beyond what is typically shared in next episode of the Successful Living Podcast.


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The definition of success is the achievement of a goal or purpose.

Therefore, success is found within us first and reflected in our outer world. If you feel satisfied with your life and see opportunities everywhere, that will lead to success. Otherwise, if you believe that success escapes you for lack of education, money, or some other reason, you will never feel successful.

Success has to be measured from your point of view and not from the point of view of others. Think about everything you've accomplished in life. From childhood to adult you have had to overcome many challenges. Some bigger than others, but challenges none the less. Have you ever found yourself in a very difficult situation and thought that you were not going to be able to solve it and suddenly there are possibilities? How many moments like that have you had in your life?

Success for each person is unique. We define it according to our vision for our life. For some people, success is found in their professional career. Other people measure their success in terms of the quantity of material goods. Someone else measures your success in terms of where you've traveled and the experiences you've had.

Do you want to be successful; start by understanding what it is for you? How satisfied are you with your life? If you feel like you're missing something, what is it and why?

Success is living the life you want and feeling happy with it. Success should not be measured only by the amount of money you have or the power you possess.

Activity so you can see all the success you have achieved in your life:

1. Name 10 things you've accomplished and are proud of. It doesn't matter how small or big.

2. Think of a huge problem you've had that you easily solved

3. You had a goal of buying a car, a house or taking a trip and you achieved it. What was that goal and what did you do to achieve it?

Remember that you decide what success is for you.


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In this episode of the podcast, Dinette talks about an important topic that is often overlooked in the world of small business: sales and sales strategies. While there are many workshops and resources available on marketing, very few focus specifically on sales, despite the fact that it is a crucial aspect of running a successful business. Dinette explains why it's so important to develop effective sales strategies and shares some tips and insights to help listeners get started. Whether you're a small business owner, an entrepreneur, or just someone looking to improve your sales skills, this episode is a must-listen. Learn how to set achievable sales goals, identify your ideal customers, and develop a sales plan that will help you get where you want to be at the end of the year. Don't miss out on this valuable information that could take your business to the next level!




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I have been going through some tough times as we all do at one time or another. So, I decided I would share it with you.







       


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Mariela Romero, talks about Cultural Mastery, joins us to share her insights on creating bridges between communities and fostering inclusion and equity. Mariela is a multilingual, passionate journalist, writer, producer, and public relations professional with over 30 years in broadcasting. – with a focus on empowering communities. In this powerful talk, she shares how we can all work to create more equitable and inclusive societies.  

Thanks to her exceptional skill set for creating content, she has received 27 Emmy Awards from the Academy of Television Arts – Southeast region.  Furthermore, the Latin American Association recognized her with the prestigious Olga C. de Goizueta award in 2019.   

In 2020 Mariela Romero joined the National Juvenile Defender Center board, now The Gault Center, and the Congressional Hispanic Leadership Institute in Washington, D.C.; she is also an Emeritus board member of the Community Foundation of North Georgia.  

In 2021 the Georgia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce inducted her into the Most Influential Latinos Hall of Fame.   

For more informacion, contact me Dinette Rivera at: 🌐 www.dinetterivera.com ✉️ me@dinetterivera.com  

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