He knows money. She studies happiness. Together, experts Brian Ford and Bright Dickson discuss ways to grow your financial confidence and live happier. Tune in to each episode as they explore the connection between your finances and well-being, offering practical advice and inspiration for rethinking your relationship to money. Bright Dickson, Happiness expert. Bright Dickson is a teacher and student of positive psychology with experience in resiliency, leadership, and group dynamics. On the ...
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More joy, less spending with Paula Felps
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In this episode of Money and Mindset With Bright and Brian, Paula Felps, award-winning author and host of the popular podcast Live Happy Now, explains some of the benefits of spending less. Paula and our hosts discuss: • The different mindsets between “want” and “need” • Ways to practice gratitude for what you have and where you are in life right n…
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Smart borrowing habits with David Smith
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In this episode of Money and Mindset With Bright and Brian, our hosts talk to David Smith, head of consumer lending at Truist, to learn how borrowing the right amount in the right way can be important to growing your finances and well-being. They discuss: • How our childhood and family influence our perceptions about money, debt, and finances in ge…
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Learning the art of negotiation with Todd Caponi
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In this episode of Money and Mindset With Bright and Brian, our hosts talk to Todd Caponi, sales and negotiation expert, to learn why being upfront, honest, and transparent can get you better results. They discuss: • Why successful negotiation is rooted in transparency. • Why a “cards up” approach usually leads to better results. • When it’s okay t…
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Applying the attributes of top athletes to your financial well-being with Jedidiah Collins(Part 1)
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In Part 1 of this two-part episode of Money and Mindset With Bright and Brian, our hosts are joined by NFL veteran Jedidiah Collins, who’s a study in determination and reinvention. We’ll talk about how his career as a professional athlete led him to the world of finance. Even if you know nothing about football or sports in general, you’ll be inspir…
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Applying the attributes of top athletes to your financial well-being with Jedidiah Collins(Part 2)
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In Part 2 of this two-part episode of Money and Mindset With Bright and Brian, our hosts are joined by NFL veteran Jedidiah Collins, who’s a study in determination and reinvention. We’ll talk about how his career as a professional athlete led him to the world of finance. Even if you know nothing about football or sports in general, you’ll be inspir…
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How financial check-ins can help you crush your money goals
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While consulting with a financial advisor can help you manage your money, a financial check-in is something you can do all on your own. In this episode of Money and Mindset With Bright and Brian, our hosts will show you how. Tune in to learn: • The five items that should be on your financial checklist • How to calculate one number that can help you…
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Leadership skills that can help you with work and money (Part 2)
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In this episode of Money and Mindset With Bright and Brian, our hosts are joined by Jenni Marsh and Jeremy Spidell of the Truist Leadership Institute. They discuss how fear can impact leaders and provide advice for people taking on new leadership responsibilities and roles. Other topics you’ll learn about: • Examples of inspiring leaders • Tips for…
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Learning the true value of leadership (Part 1)
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In this episode of Money and Mindset With Bright and Brian, our hosts are joined by Jenni Marsh and Jeremy Spidell of the Truist Leadership Institute. They discuss the qualities that make a good leader and draw out the connection between leadership and managing your money with confidence, plus: • How becoming a leader may help you make more money. …
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How to invest for retirement at any age
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We all want the option to retire someday. So what steps should we be taking to help ensure we can enjoy a fulfilling retirement? In this episode of Money and Mindset With Bright and Brian, you’ll get retirement savings tips for any age or stage in your career, including: • The best and easiest ways to save money for retirement, including where to s…
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How financial literacy can change your life
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In this episode of Money and Mindset With Bright and Brian, our hosts dive into research that shows how financial literacy can help change individual lives and empower whole communities. Plus, you’ll learn what the “loud budgeting” trend can teach you about saving money and why you shouldn’t always trust advice from social media influencers. Finish…
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How to deal with debt and stay positive
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In this episode of the Money and Mindset With Bright and Brian podcast, our hosts break down different types of debt, explore strategies for making payments, and share some mental tips that can help you stay out of debt in the first place. You’ll learn: • How to distinguish between debts that depreciate and debts that can add value to your life • S…
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Revisiting some of our top financial wellness tips (Part 2)
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Tune in to learn: • Whether money can actually buy happiness (the answer might surprise you) • What your emotions can tell you about investing • How you can talk to your loved ones about money • How taking time to reflect can help you chart the future you want—in the new year and beyond If you enjoyed the clips featured in Part Two and want to list…
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Revisiting some of our top financial wellness tips (Part 1)
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In this episode of “Money and Mindset With Bright and Brian,” our hosts mark the third anniversary of the podcast by revisiting some of their favorite tips for boosting your personal finances and well-being, including: • How to let go of the things you can’t control with your finances—and how to change the things you can • Why automating your savin…
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How to limit your stress about money and scary financial issues
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In this episode of “Money and Mindset With Bright and Brian,” our hosts discuss ways to overcome the financial anxiety that many of us feel when we’re reviewing our financial situation or making money decisions that affect our future. Listen in to learn some strategies that can help you feel a little more fearless when it comes to money, including:…
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How to talk about money with your friends
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In this episode of “Money and Mindset With Bright and Brian,” our hosts explore how money affects our friendships. They also share a few ways you can be a good friend when it comes to money, whether you’re splitting the check at dinner or deciding whether you can afford to attend a pricey out-of-town wedding. Other tips you’ll get from this episode…
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The psychology behind our money decisions
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How do biases affect your financial decision-making—and are they always negative? What do buying tulips and investing fads like meme stocks have in common? Can emotions and money actually mix well together? In this episode of “Money and Mindset With Bright and Brian,” our hosts answer these questions and more as we take a beginner’s dive into the f…
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How your purpose can help guide you and your money decisions
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Your purpose can help you live to your full potential. When you know your purpose, you know your “why”—and when you know your “why,” the “how” often starts to come into focus, too. In this episode of “Money and Mindset With Bright and Brian,” our hosts will walk you through the steps of writing a personal purpose statement. Plus, they’ll share how …
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Life-changing money lessons for teens and young adults
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Kam Phillips is the founder and executive director of TRUE Change Inc., a nonprofit that teaches teens and young adults about money and equips them with emotional wellness tools to prepare for real-world success. In this episode of “Money and Mindset With Bright and Brian,” Kam joins our hosts to share how young people—and their parents—can have im…
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What is FIRE? And is retiring early possible for you?
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By making big cuts to spending and following an extreme saving and investing strategy, many people pursuing the FIRE movement look to retire as soon as possible—in their 50s, 40s, or even 30s. Ben Appel, senior vice president of workplace financial wellness at Truist and a FIRE supporter himself, joins Bright and Brian to break it down. Whatever yo…
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Quiet quitting, burnout, and how to care for yourself while caring for your career
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Taking time for self-care isn’t just good for your personal life. It can help you feel more engaged at work. In this episode, Bright and Brian share tips to prevent burnout and enjoy better work-life harmony. Plus, our hosts break down the facts behind the “quiet quitting” trend and discuss how negativity bias can skew our financial decisions. Tune…
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How grit can help you achieve your goals (Pt. 2 with Caroline Adams Miller)
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If you’re looking for someone to fire you up about pursuing your goals—financial or otherwise—Caroline Adams Miller is here to help. The bestselling author and executive coach rejoins Bright and Brian to discuss how cultivating “gritty” personal qualities can help us grow our financial confidence and get after the goals that will have the greatest …
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The science behind goals, grit, and creating your best life with Caroline Adams Miller (Pt. 1)
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When we set out to do difficult things, we make it possible to achieve what we really want in our personal and financial lives. Research backs this—showing that the happiest people don’t have easy goals! Bright and Brian welcome guest Caroline Adams Miller to discuss the science behind goal setting and happiness. Listen in to hear: • Why your finan…
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How to organize your finances for less stress and more freedom
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Whether you’re cleaning out your car or arranging the contents of a desk drawer, getting organized can make you feel better and more productive. The same goes for your money. In this episode, Bright and Brian share tips to help you tidy up your finances—giving you more freedom, confidence, and peace of mind in the process. Plus, Brian answers a lis…
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How self-reflection can help you achieve your financial goals with Valorie Burton
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To figure out where you want to go, you’ve got to know where you’ve been. That’s why intentional self-reflection is one of the best ways to understand not just your mindset, but your money habits, too. By taking the time to think about the challenges you’ve overcome—and the ones you’re still working on—you can be ready to crush your future goals. I…
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Building wealth through investing can be hard to figure out on your own. That’s why many people—from novice investors to well-known experts—rely on financial advisors. But what does a financial advisor do, anyway? Do you even need a financial advisor? How do you find one? More importantly, how do you find a good one? In this episode, Bright and Bri…
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Understanding “good stress", and how it can improve your finances
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Forget (most of) what you know about stress—it isn’t always a bad thing! In this episode, Bright and Brian get candid about managing—and making the most of—stress in their work, life, and finances. Hear Bright and Brian discuss why some stress is good stress as well as tips for mitigating the bad stress. Take a breath and tune in to learn: • About …
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The emotional side of investing and how to overcome anxiety with Dr. Daniel Crosby
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Investing is part of a healthy financial life. Generally, you can’t save your way to wealth—the most common path to comfort and financial confidence, now and later, is through investing. But there’s also an inherent risk associated with investing—and it’s natural to sometimes feel anxious on your investing journey. So what can we do when we experie…
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Reasons you’re not investing (and how you can start)
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Investing doesn’t have to be complicated. But with all the information out there, it can seem more intimidating than it actually is! “Money and Mindset With Bright and Brian” is here to break through the noise, offering no-nonsense info to help you become a confident investor and secure your future financial well-being. In the first of a three-part…
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Getting your goals, answers to top money questions, and more with Dr. Jolley
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There’s a difference between being rich and being wealthy. You can be rich without being wealthy—and you can also become wealthy without being rich. One of the keys to building wealth? Having a vision. In the second of two special episodes of “Money and Mindset With Bright and Brian,” featured guest Dr. Willie Jolley—a bestselling author, SiriusXM …
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Cracking the code to success, wealth, and health with Dr. Jolley
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The journey to success isn’t linear or universal—but there are certain traits many successful people share. In this episode of “Money and Mindset,” Bright and Brian and a special guest—bestselling author, radio host, and motivational speaker Dr. Willie Jolley—discuss how your mindset, values, and network are key ingredients to living the life you w…
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How “job crafting” can make you happier
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How can we get more satisfaction—or even joy—out of our jobs? In this episode, Bright and Brian give you tips for “job crafting”—proactively taking steps to find fulfillment in your work life. It may even help you turn the job you have into a job you love. Tune in to hear: • Three ways to get more fulfillment and enjoyment from your job • Why it’s …
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How to help your kids be good with money
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In this episode of “Money and Mindset,” we offer tips for raising financially confident children. Plus, we spoke with some kiddos about money and asked them a few questions to see what they know. Don’t miss this episode—it’s a fun one! Listen in to hear: • What the kids “these days” have to say about money • How to become a strong money role model …
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Your credit score: What it can and can’t do for you
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In this episode of “Money and Mindset,” Bright and Brian are discussing everything you need to know about credit and your credit score. Even if you already know your score by heart, you may just learn something new from our hosts’ insights. In this episode, you’ll hear: • What a credit score is (and what it actually means) • The difference between …
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Buying a home? Here’s how to stay sane (and do it right)
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Since March 2020, when people started spending more time at home to slow the spread of COVID-19, home prices have skyrocketed. In episode 11 of “Money and Mindset With Bright and Brian,” we take a look at where the market stands now and how you can stand out as a buyer. In this episode, Bright, Brian, and special guest Evette Carpenter discuss buyi…
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The challenges of entrepreneurship and tips for starting out
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In episode 10 of “Money and Mindset With Bright and Brian,” we’re diving into the topic of entrepreneurship. Brian shares his knowledge of successfully running and exiting a business, while Bright offers guidance for riding the mental rollercoaster that comes with it. In this episode, Bright and Brian get candid about the highs and lows of entrepre…
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Money moves to make in your 20s and 30s
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Making smart choices when you’re young can set you up for long-term success. But you don’t have to sacrifice your lifestyle in favor of finances—you just need balance to make your journey to financial confidence enjoyable and sustainable. In this episode of “Money and Mindset,” Bright and Brian offer tips on money moves to make in your 20s and 30s …
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In this episode of Money and Mindset With Bright and Brian, our hosts answer the question: “Can money actually buy happiness?” They talk about what science has to say and offer tips on spending purposefully to get closer to a life we love. Bright and Brian also discuss: • How buying our time back can promote our happiness • Why spending on experien…
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Everything you need to know about the 2021 Child Tax Credit
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Taxes may not be high on your list of “fun things,” but in episode 9, we’re breaking down something that may change your mind: the expanded 2021 Child Tax Credit. Our hosts will tell you what you need to know about this exciting program and offer ideas for spending your cash to boost your financial confidence. In this episode, Bright, Brian, and gu…
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In this episode of Money and Mindset With Bright and Brian, our hosts discuss the connection between your money and mental health, providing steps you can take to overcome anxiety about money. Bright and Brian also discuss: • The difference between good and bad stress, and why all stress is not equal • Healthy coping mechanisms that can help you de…
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Love and money: Are you financially compatible?
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In this episode of Money and Mindset With Bright and Brian, our hosts discuss how talking about money can lead to stronger partnerships—whether you’re years deep in a relationship or dating around. Bright and Brian cover: • Why arguments about money aren’t always about money • Tactics couples can use to strengthen their joint relationship with mone…
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Your relationship with money (chances are, it’s complicated)
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In this episode of Money and Mindset With Bright and Brian, our hosts get personal. Join them as they share how early experiences influenced their beliefs and behaviors and get tips for changing any thoughts or habits that aren’t serving you. Bright and Brian also discuss: •How our individual relationships with money affect us •“Money scripts”—ofte…
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It’s never too late to create change. In this episode of Money and Mindset With Bright and Brian, our hosts explain how a fresh start can create opportunities for positive growth with your mindset and your finances. They explore self-talk, getting uncomfortable, and why budgeting is so important for financial wellness. Bright and Brian cover: • The…
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Controlling what you can in your finances
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If the struggles of 2020 left you feeling less positive or in control of your finances, there are ways to bounce back. In this episode of Money and Mindset With Bright and Brian, podcast hosts Brian Ford and Bright Dickson offer advice on how to let go of what doesn’t serve you and feel better about the future when it comes to your money. By knowin…
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It’s all about paying it forward. In this episode of Money and Mindset With Bright and Brian, our hosts explain how everyone can do small but meaningful acts of kindness even when money is tight. They discuss the science of generosity and share personal stories that demonstrate how helping others can actually make you happier.1 Bright and Brian cov…
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When things get difficult, control what you can and let go of what you can’t. The result can be a wave of optimism that pushes you to accomplish great things—even in troubled times. In this episode, hosts Bright Dickson—a recovering pessimist who specializes in positive psychology—and Brian Ford—a natural optimist who specializes in financial well-…
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