Surprising Money Wins
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In this episode of 'Get the Hell Out of Debt,' hosts Erin Skye Kelly and Carrie Blakeney celebrate small but powerful financial wins from their community, emphasizing that progress is made through consistent, mindful actions—no matter how minor they seem. From paying off credit cards ahead of schedule and walking to the bank to deposit cash, to creating a financial 'float' for lean months, listeners hear real-life stories of discipline, emotional regulation, and strategic planning. The episode highlights the transformative power of community, with members sharing wins like investing unexpected income, making chunky payments on debt, and teaching kids about emergency funds through games like Monopoly. The hosts also introduce a summer live coaching series for program members and a financial spring cleaning challenge with a prize of a personal coaching session with Erin. Throughout, the message is clear: financial freedom is built one intentional choice at a time.
Celebrate small wins—like paying ahead on bills or walking to the bank to deposit cash—to build momentum and confidence.
Create a financial 'float' by saving money in advance for upcoming bills, especially if you're self-employed or in a seasonal business.
Use unexpected money to pay down debt or invest—this mindset shift is a major step toward wealth building.
Community support is crucial: sharing wins and receiving encouragement helps sustain motivation and accountability.
Financial literacy can be taught early—children can learn about emergency funds through games like Monopoly.
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Sponsor: Progressive Insurance & Dell PCs
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Flower Talk & Community Warm-Up
A lighthearted conversation about favorite flowers—daffodils, carnations, hydrangeas—used as a metaphor for embracing individuality and celebrating all kinds of people, even those with unconventional tastes.
Introducing the Get the Hell Out of Debt Community
“I'm going to do a summer series live on zoom for everybody inside the get the hell out of debt program in the summer. The only way they get an invitation is if they've watched all the videos that are already in the portal.”
Celebrating Real Financial Wins
“I paid April's minimum payments on my cards already and have the money for some big bills in the bank a month in advance. Go Catherine.”
Sponsor: Air Doctor Pro & Mint Mobile
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“I have put 100% of the survivor's CPP into investments rather than falling into the trap of lifestyle creep. So I'm, first of all, sending so much love to Sandy.”
“When you're with a community like this, people who are like, oh my gosh, like Karen, I received an unexpected $50 and I immediately invested it, meaning I put it towards something that's going to increase my net worth.”
“I will go through your money with you. I will help you if you're stuck. I will be available to you. And what's cool is I get to see an insight that sometimes you miss.”
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Erin Skye Kelly
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Get the Hell Out of Debt
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Carrie Blakeney
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Mint Mobile
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Naked Money Meetings
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Progressive Insurance
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Air Doctor Pro
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Wealthsimple
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Karen
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Sandy
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