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Hiring a financial advisor can change the trajectory of your financial future – for better or worse.  In this episode, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, highlights the essential aspects o…

Hiring a financial a…

Hiring a financial advisor can change the trajectory of your financial future – for better or worse.  In this episode, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, highlights the essential aspects of hiring and working with a financial advisor. She addresses whether hiring a financial advisor is necessary for everyone and how to identify the right advisor for your financial goals. Whether you’re considering hiring or firing an advisor, Part 1 of this two-part series offers valuable insights into making informed decisions that align with your financial goals.  Key takeaways include: Why…

Learn how you can support your working partner effectively with today’s special guest, Brian Page, founder of Modern Husbands. In this episode, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, sits down …

Learn how you can su…

Learn how you can support your working partner effectively with today’s special guest, Brian Page, founder of Modern Husbands. In this episode, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, sits down with Brian to talk about the dynamics of supporting working women and practical ways men can be better partners both financially and at home. Brian shares his personal experiences and practical advice on creating a balanced home, effective financial communication, managing household responsibilities as a team, and making time for what’s truly important. Tune in and learn about navigating financi…

Thinking of buying a car soon? In this episode, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, dives into the essential numbers you need to know before stepping into a car dealership. From understanding …

Thinking of buying a…

Thinking of buying a car soon? In this episode, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, dives into the essential numbers you need to know before stepping into a car dealership. From understanding your current car’s value, trading in or selling options, to grasping personal financial figures like your credit score and down payment, this episode equips you with all the necessary tools to be a smart car shopper. Additionally, Christine shares an important perspective on the car buying process, including the often-overlooked total cost of ownership and the psychological tactics employed by s…

Are your spiritual beliefs affecting your financial health? Viewing money as a spiritual tool can help you break free from a scarcity mindset. In this episode, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luk…

Are your spiritual b…

Are your spiritual beliefs affecting your financial health? Viewing money as a spiritual tool can help you break free from a scarcity mindset. In this episode, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, welcomes David Hayward, a former pastor-turned-artist known for his Naked Pastor blog, to discuss his book, “Money Is Spiritual.” David shares his personal journey from a scarcity mindset to financial freedom, emphasizing the importance of seeing money as a spiritual asset. They explore breaking negative money beliefs, practical steps for healing your financial relationship, and the power …

Have you ever wanted to tap into the scientific principles of quantum physics to manifest your dreams? Let’s talk about how you can! In this episode, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, intr…

Have you ever wanted…

Have you ever wanted to tap into the scientific principles of quantum physics to manifest your dreams? Let’s talk about how you can! In this episode, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, introduces our special guest Carissa Andrews, an award-winning indie author and CEO of Author Revolution. Carissa unpacks the intricate relationship between quantum physics and manifestation. She addresses the significance of decision-making in collapsing infinite possibilities into tangible realities, provides a clearer understanding of quantum entanglement and its role in attracting your desires, an…

How can you navigate the complexities of transitioning a family business to the next generation? Today on Money Is Emotional, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, sits down with Financial Life …

How can you navigate…

How can you navigate the complexities of transitioning a family business to the next generation? Today on Money Is Emotional, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, sits down with Financial Life Planner and host of Transition Talks: Business Exit & Retirement Strategies, Josh Ackerman, who shares invaluable insights on handling the financial and emotional aspects of passing a family business to the next generation. Learn why treating your children fairly doesn’t always mean treating them equally and discover the essential conversations to have early on. Join Christine and Josh to he…

Are you ready to discover the keys to becoming a wealthy woman? In this episode, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, shares the surprising keys women can use to unlock their financial power an…

Are you ready to dis…

Are you ready to discover the keys to becoming a wealthy woman? In this episode, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, shares the surprising keys women can use to unlock their financial power and take control of their money.  Through defining what true wealth means beyond just numbers, sharing personal journeys, exploring the power of emotions, and embracing discomfort, listeners will learn how to achieve financial confidence and empowerment. Christine discusses: What “wealthy” means, and why women should aspire to it Her journey to becoming a Wealthy Woman How to use emotions as…

How do some families navigate the college funding maze without stumbling or getting lost? Join us on this episode of Money is Emotional as we uncover the secrets to avoiding costly college mistakes! T…

How do some families…

How do some families navigate the college funding maze without stumbling or getting lost? Join us on this episode of Money is Emotional as we uncover the secrets to avoiding costly college mistakes! Today, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, welcomes Dan Bisig, aka Dan The College Man, a College Admissions and Funding Expert, founder of College and Beyond, LLC, the co-author of the College Entrance Game Plan, and a beacon of hope for parents and students navigating the murky waters of college admissions and financial planning.  They dig deep into the world of college admissions and fu…

Dive into the heart of financial coaching with Kelsa Dickey on Money is Emotional. In this episode, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, is joined by Kelsa Dickey, financial coach and creator o…

Dive into the heart …

Dive into the heart of financial coaching with Kelsa Dickey on Money is Emotional. In this episode, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, is joined by Kelsa Dickey, financial coach and creator of The Financial Coach Academy®, for a chat about the financial coaching industry. Their conversation dives deep into the essence of financial coaching, how it illuminates the path for personal financial management, and what someone should look for in a financial coach. Listen in as Kelsa emphasizes taking action over mere financial literacy. Kelsa discusses: Her inspiring path to becoming a fi…

Welcome to today’s episode, where Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken serves up some ‘food for thought’ regarding food prices and how you can eat without draining your wallet.  For many …

Welcome to today’s…

Welcome to today’s episode, where Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken serves up some ‘food for thought’ regarding food prices and how you can eat without draining your wallet.  For many families, the increasing cost of food is gnawing a big hole in their budget. Let Christine dish out some practical tips to help you manage your spending on groceries, dining, and takeout. Plus, she will feed your mind with budget-friendly strategies so you can have your cake and eat it too! Pull up a chair and join Christine as she discusses: How COVID-19 and inflation have increased food price…

Are finances a thorny issue in your relationship? Today on Money is Emotional, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, alongside special guest Kevin Bruce Scott, dives deep into the often complex …

Are finances a thorn…

Are finances a thorny issue in your relationship? Today on Money is Emotional, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, alongside special guest Kevin Bruce Scott, dives deep into the often complex dynamic of men, money, and emotions. Kevin, a renowned Men’s Empowerment and Relationship Coach, sheds light on the internal battles men face around finances and how these struggles impact their Relationships. Throughout their engaging conversation, they explore actionable strategies for better communication, understanding, and connection between partners when discussing money. Kevin’s top tak…

Are your adult kids becoming financial grownups? Let’s talk about how you can help your adult (18+) children become financially independent while supporting them along the way. Today, Financial Dign…

Are your adult kids …

Are your adult kids becoming financial grownups? Let’s talk about how you can help your adult (18+) children become financially independent while supporting them along the way. Today, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, sits down with Bobbi Rebell, CFP®, founder of Financial Wellness Strategies, to discuss launching financial grownups. Bobbi shares her journey from the news world to helping parents raise financially savvy almost-adult kids. She emphasizes the importance of understanding each person’s unique financial blueprint and offers practical advice for transitioning your adu…

Are you tired of the stress and drama that lending money to friends and family can bring into your life? Let’s unpack it together. In this episode, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, dives …

Are you tired of the…

Are you tired of the stress and drama that lending money to friends and family can bring into your life? Let’s unpack it together. In this episode, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, dives into the world of lending money to friends and family, exploring the nuances, risks, and strategies for maintaining financial harmony in relationships. She discusses the pros and cons of lending money to keep your relationships and finances healthy and drama-free. Christine’s top takeaways: Lending money changes the nature of the relationship. If you can’t afford to give it, you can’t aff…

What does it take to turn a rough start into a triumphant success when Investing in Real Estate?  Get ready to listen to some of the most valuable lessons for aspiring landlords and real estate inves…

What does it take to…

What does it take to turn a rough start into a triumphant success when investing in real estate?  Get ready to listen to some of the most valuable lessons for aspiring landlords and real estate investors from Mark Dolfini, founder of Mark Dolfini Strategic Coaching and Landlord Coach. Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, welcomes Mark Dolfini, a veteran of the US Marines, author, and a life and business strategist, onto the show today to share his story about becoming a successful real estate investor from a rocky start as a landlord. Mark addresses some common mistakes landlords make,…

Get ready for another electrifying episode of Money is Emotional!  Today, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, talks about six simple ways to increase your business income, THIS MONTH. She dis…

Get ready for anothe…

Get ready for another electrifying episode of Money is Emotional!  Today, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, talks about six simple ways to increase your business income, THIS MONTH. She dissects a range of approaches, including the introduction of tiered service options, the clever reconfiguration of product offerings, the strategic hike in pricing, the targeting of sales efforts towards current clientele, and the streamlining of the transaction journey. Christine brings her own stories to the table, highlighting the psychological impact of buying decisions, the upsides of adjusting…

Money can be a source of contention in a relationship, but it doesn’t have to be. Today, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, talks about the mindset shifts and practical actions you can take…

Money can be a sourc…

Money can be a source of contention in a relationship, but it doesn’t have to be. Today, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, talks about the mindset shifts and practical actions you can take to manage money as a couple in a more harmonious way. She explores how to handle your cash with your better half without the drama and is all about how to play nice with your partner when it comes to your finances. Christine is a big fan of chatting it out, getting cozy with each other’s money histories, and penciling in some adorable “money dates” to discuss spending and financial plans. S…

It takes approximately 500 hours for an executor to complete tasks that have been designated to them by their deceased loved one. If you’ve been appointed as an executor, this episode of Money is Em…

It takes approximate…

It takes approximately 500 hours for an executor to complete tasks that have been designated to them by their deceased loved one. If you’ve been appointed as an executor, this episode of Money is Emotional can help you learn how to best prioritize tasks, solidify decisions without guilt, and provide you with much-needed encouragement as you carry the weight of executing a will. Join Christine Luken, Financial Dignity® Coach in a soul-stirring conversation with Rachel Donnelly, CEO and founder of AfterLight as they discuss what to do as an executor of an estate. Rachel shares practical advic…

Have you ever fallen prey to the infamous “girl math”?  If you’ve ever succumbed to an impulsive shopping spree, you’re probably guilty as charged! Today on Money Is Emotional, Financial Dign…

Have you ever fallen…

Have you ever fallen prey to the infamous “girl math”?  If you’ve ever succumbed to an impulsive shopping spree, you’re probably guilty as charged! Today on Money Is Emotional, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, dives headfirst into the world of “girl math” – those quirky rules women supposedly abide by when justifying their impulse buys.  Christine takes a magnifying glass to this flawed logic, sharing a jaw-dropping example that’ll leave you questioning the sanity of “girl math.” Get ready for a rollercoaster as Christine passionately voices her concerns about …