488 –  2024 New Years Resolutions: Kickstart Your Best Year Yet!

488 – 2024 New Years Resolutions: Kickstart Your Best Year Yet!

Author: Doug Hoyes January 6, 2024 Duration: 11:32

Get ready for 2024 with our first episode of the year! Join Doug Hoyes as he gives a straightforward take on New Year's resolutions, highlighting the need for a practical plan and figuring out what really matters to you. He talks about why arbitrary resolutions may not work and gives advice on making changes that actually stick. Doug shares easy steps to cut debt, handle expenses, and boost income, offering practical tips to make your financial journey in 2024 a success. Don't wait – hit play now and make this your best financial year yet!

Related Links: 

How are habits formed: Modelling habit formation in the real world, European Journal of Social Psychology, Phillipa Lally 

https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1002/ejsp.674

Getting Out Of Debt Requires A System, Not Just A Goal 

https://youtu.be/ysvkV0uN7mM?si=tcUHlcE7gWVzdAK9 

https://www.hoyes.com/blog/getting-out-of-debt-requires-a-system-not-just-a-goal/ 

Debt Management Plan 

https://www.hoyes.com/debt-relief/debt-management-plan/ 

Build a Get Out of Debt Repayment Plan 

https://www.hoyes.com/debt-relief/get-out-of-debt/ 


Doug Hoyes sits down each week with a different specialist to untangle the complicated feelings and hard numbers around owing money. The conversations in Debt Free in 30 move beyond simple scare tactics or dry theory, focusing instead on actionable strategies for managing debt, rebuilding savings, and making informed investing choices. You’ll hear from trustees, financial planners, and counselors who explain concepts in plain language, stripping away the industry jargon that often leaves people feeling overwhelmed. Whether it’s navigating a consumer proposal, understanding credit scores, or starting to invest with a tight budget, this podcast provides a clear-eyed look at the steps toward financial stability. Doug’s approach is grounded and pragmatic, reflecting his deep expertise in the field, making each episode feel like a direct consultation with a knowledgeable guide. Tuning in regularly offers a consistent source of demystified advice, turning what can be a stressful topic into a manageable process. It’s that blend of expert insight and relatable conversation that defines this particular personal finance podcast.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 500

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