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This is the stuff you millionaires in the making need to know to kick start or propel you on your financial fitness journey. Tracey Bissett, Founder of Bissett Financial Fitness and award winning Financial Literacy Champion, gives you the straight goods each week to set yourself up for financial success. As a former executive at TD Bank, one of Canada's Big 5 Banks, Tracey has worked with and in support of thousands of individuals and entrepreneurs to secure the financing they needed.  This hands on experience combined with her formal financial education, Masters of Business Administration and Chartered Financial Analyst designation, position Tracey uniquely to coach all things money. Tracey goes behind-the-scenes of all the money matters with need-to-know tips, money-making demystified, and special power-player interviews. Join us weekly for Financial Fitness Training that will turn even a Cash Couch Potato into a Marathon Money Maker.

Mar 22, 2022

Zandile Chiwanza is a self-proclaimed “budget warrior” and personal finance journalist. Although Zandile is committed to empowering newcomers to Canada with the tools they need to make sound financial decisions, her overarching message is for everyone: No matter your circumstances, financial wealth and wellness are attainable for everyone. In this episode, she joins the show to discuss the connection between money and mental health.

Listen in as Zandile explains why she does not believe in “good” or “bad” debt, as well as the importance of talking to a professional when you’re feeling overwhelmed. You will learn the benefit of surrounding yourself with people in the right mindset, common challenges faced by newcomers, and the importance of reaching out for help when you need it.

”There is a strong connection between money and mental health that we need to talk about more.” - Zandile Chiwanza

This Week on Young Money:

  • How Zandile discovered personal finance.
  • The connection between money and mental health.
  • The anxiety that can arise when feeling fearful around finances.
  • The value of having a supportive group of people.
  • Common challenges newcomers may face when moving to Canada.
  • Why you do not have to face your financial woes alone.
  • The importance of putting financial boundaries in place.

Key takeaways:

  1. Don’t let anxiety run your life.
  2. Ask for help when needed.
  3. Surround yourself with supportive people.
  4. Communicate your concerns.
  5. Build an emergency fund.

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