If you're a high-earner who should feel financially secure—but instead you’re stressed, second-guessing every money move, or wondering “where the hell is it all going?”—this list is for you. You won’t get boring budgeting tips or shamey money lectures here. I don’t believe in restrictive spreadsheets or guilt-based advice. What you will get? Real talk, helpful tips, and the kind of financial guidance that actually works for busy, badass women who want more peace, more clarity, and more control over their money—without sacrificing their lifestyle (yes, you can keep your vacations and Starbucks). I’ll send you weekly(ish) emails with practical tools, client stories, spicy truth bombs, and the occasional rant about why traditional budgeting is the worst. Basically, if you want to feel good about your money—and finally have a system that feels good too—get on the list. You’ll laugh, you’ll learn, and you might just start making bank moves you didn’t think were possible
My knee is mad. My money isn’t.
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Hi Reader, Quick Kelowna trip recap ⬇️ We are out in Kelowna for a winter getaway (until tomorrow) and have been staying and skiing at Silver Star. Fresh air, mountain views, couple time, the whole damn vibe. Day ONE… as I got off the chairlift, my left ski caught an edge, and I had to sit back on my skis to recover(or should I say to save the other pour souls from getting taken out). Here’s the problem: My not so young body (including a previously broken kneecap on my left knee), does not bend that far anymore. Who am I kidding, I have NEVER been a candidate for Cirque du Soleil. 😂 Cue instant knee pain. And just like that, my ski trip was basically over. I managed a couple of cautious runs after that, but realistically...I was done. Physically cooked. Mentally annoyed. Ego bruised. Shit happens… in life and with money. Sometimes you plan the trip. You save the money. You do all the “right” things. And it still doesn’t turn out the way you pictured. BUT, instead of stress out about what I was missing, I chose to look at the bright side 👇 The trip was fully paid for in cash. No credit cards. No scrambling. No “we’ll deal with this later” stress. So instead of layering financial stress on top of physical stress, I was able to just… stop. I rested. My husband finished out the skiing (someone had to 😏), and I leaned all the way into recovery mode. We are capping things off with a visit to Sparkling Hill today...spa, soaking pools, deep-exhale energy. What's my point? (Yes, I'm getting there). Having your money shit together doesn’t stop life from being unpredictable. But It does stop unpredictable moments from turning into financial chaos. When your trips, expenses, and lifestyle are planned offensively, not reactively, you get options. Options to rest. Options to pivot. Options to take care of yourself without guilt or panic. My knee was mad. But my money wasn’t. I’ll take that win (I mean, I don't really have a choice😉). If you want to learn how to build this kind of financial buffer into your own life, I’d love to invite you to something fun and totally free... 📚 Free Wealthy Barber Book Club — Feb 17 Just simple, practical money moves you can actually use.....served with a side of sarcasm/entertainment value 🤣🤣🤣 P.S. This will still be useful even if you DON'T get a chance to read the book! Angie |
Angie Ross, Money Coach
If you're a high-earner who should feel financially secure—but instead you’re stressed, second-guessing every money move, or wondering “where the hell is it all going?”—this list is for you. You won’t get boring budgeting tips or shamey money lectures here. I don’t believe in restrictive spreadsheets or guilt-based advice. What you will get? Real talk, helpful tips, and the kind of financial guidance that actually works for busy, badass women who want more peace, more clarity, and more control over their money—without sacrificing their lifestyle (yes, you can keep your vacations and Starbucks). I’ll send you weekly(ish) emails with practical tools, client stories, spicy truth bombs, and the occasional rant about why traditional budgeting is the worst. Basically, if you want to feel good about your money—and finally have a system that feels good too—get on the list. You’ll laugh, you’ll learn, and you might just start making bank moves you didn’t think were possible
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Reader, I'm angry today. This week our mortgage renewal paperwork showed up for our investment property. This is after two months of trying to get ahold of our advisor at Scotiabank… who apparently retired, but whose email and phone system are still very much alive and accepting messages. None of which have been returned. 🤦♀️ And honestly, the way this whole thing has been handled proves a point I've been yelling about for 20 years: The bank is NOT your friend. If you want all the details of...
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