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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.

Jul 19, 2022

Today we are showcasing two more young money scholarship recipients, Bradford Sonnenberg and Jasmine Hasmatali. These students are incredibly insightful and share their post secondary experiences, including what is and isn’t working for them. They also describe in depth how scholarships have impacted their lives and share their advice for anyone thinking about applying for scholarships themselves.

Listen in as Bradford talks about how scholarships have been a life-saver, as well as the importance of finding a balance of taking school seriously—but not too seriously. Jasmine opens up about the importance of taking risks and why you shouldn’t be afraid to ask or apply for scholarships. Both offer incredible insight that you don't want to miss!

“Don’t let bad marks on assignments that you’ve tried on bother you.” - Bradford Sonnenberg

This Week on Young Money:

  • Advice for young millionaires in the making.
  • Tips for how to get your own scholarship.
  • The impact a scholarship can have on your life.
  • Why you should always take notes.
  • The adjustment period of going to post secondary after high school.
  • Why checking on reviews of professors is key.
  • The benefit of having vulnerable conversations.

Key takeaways:

  • Take notes during school.
  • Apply regardless of circumstances.
  • Take university seriously—but not too seriously.
  • Don’t be afraid to take risks.
  • Stick to the things that make you happy.
  • Remember that goals do change.
  • Find things that inspire you.

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