Hiiii friend!

We overestimate what we can do in a day and underestimate what we can do in a year.

There are plenty of variations of that quote but the sentiment stays the same: We often give up too quickly on our big financial goals.

Saving $10,000 might sound like a stretch, especially if you’re not making six figures or tracking every dollar down to the penny.

But the truth is, with a few smart shifts and some consistency, it’s more realistic than you think.

We show you how - no extreme budgeting required - in our latest YouTube video 👀👇.

Whether you're saving for a big goal or just want some financial breathing room, here are the first 2 steps of the 5-step plan we outline in the episode:

✅ Step 1: Set Your Timeline + Savings Target

• Set a clear deadline. 

• Example: Save $10,000 in 12 months = $834/month

• Or in 6 months = $1,667/month

👉 Pick a timeline that’s ambitious but doable based on your fixed expenses. 

✅ Step 2: Audit & Slash Your Big Expenses

Get creative with your “Big 3” flexible expenses: Housing, Transportation, & Food

Want to know the last 3 steps and our tips for doing each? Tune in on YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts.

Cheering you on,
Misti

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