Let's confront the looming specter of layoffs head-on. If your anxiety mounts when it comes to layoffs, fear not: we're unveiling 4 savvy strategies to navigate the turbulent waters of corporate restructuring. From setting measurable goals aligned with company objectives to keeping your manager smiling, we've got you covered. Plus, don't miss our bonus tip for securing financial peace of mind in the midst of it all. Let's dive in! SHOWNOTES: jessicatolar.com/045 Rate, Review, and Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Jess and The Goodbye July Podcast” ← If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me serve more people (like you!) and support them in organizing, automating, and growing their money so they can build the HELL YES life they deserve. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved about the episode! Also, if you haven’t already done so, follow the show. I’m regularly adding episodes to the feed and, if you’re not following, there’s a high chance you’ll miss out. Follow now!

When a coworker betrayed me, I learned a valuable lesson. I was a fresh-faced, eager 21-year-old who had just relocated to a new city for work.  It was an exciting time, however, before long I started to see storm clouds that threatened to cast a shadow over my otherwise sunny outlook. It felt difficult to gain respect at work, especially with one man in particular. I remember him so clearly - this particular engineer who went behind my back and did something that felt like a slap in the face. It stirred an emotion I’ll never forget, but most importantly, it taught me a valuable lesson… I realized at that moment I had two choices: I could rebel against him, or I could choose a different approach. Join me inside to learn what I did, why, and how you can use the same approach to get what you want. SHOWNOTES: jessicatolar.com/044 Rate, Review, and Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Jess and The Goodbye July Podcast” ← If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me serve more people (like you!) and support them in organizing, automating, and growing their money so they can build the HELL YES life they deserve. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved about the episode! Also, if you haven’t already done so, follow the show. I’m regularly adding episodes to the feed and, if you’re not following, there’s a high chance you’ll miss out. Follow now!

Once a year, global management consulting company McKinsey releases its “Women in the Workplace" report about women in Corporate America. It's full of interesting data on how we’re stacking up when compared to our male counterparts, the struggles we face, and what the companies themselves can do to help. Whether it's learning what you're up against, which promotion will be the hardest, or how the corporate environment overall has changed in the last couple of years, knowledge is POWER... And I believe re-framing 3 statistics from this year's report can actually HELP you gain an edge at work. So, in today's episode, we're zooming in on these 3 stats, why they matter to you, and what you can do to benefit from them. I'll see you inside! SHOWNOTES: jessicatolar.com/043 Rate, Review, and Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Jess and The Goodbye July Podcast” ← If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me serve more people (like you!) and support them in organizing, automating, and growing their money so they can build the HELL YES life they deserve. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved about the episode! Also, if you haven’t already done so, follow the show. I’m regularly adding episodes to the feed and, if you’re not following, there’s a high chance you’ll miss out. Follow now!

Every February, I like to remind you (and myself!) that outside of the love you share with others is the very special and important kind of love you share with the *most* important person in your life... yourself. And, although self-love is important in more ways than I can say, I’d like to discuss a more practical reason self-love is important… Specifically, how self-love shows up in your BANK ACCOUNT (yep, you read that right!). So, if you need a kick in the pants to ensure you remain (or become!) the main character in the story of your life, join me inside to learn 3 ways self-love can make you RICHER! Let's jump in! SHOWNOTES: jessicatolar.com/042 Rate, Review, and Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Jess and The Goodbye July Podcast” ← If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me serve more people (like you!) and support them in organizing, automating, and growing their money so they can build the HELL YES life they deserve. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved about the episode! Also, if you haven’t already done so, follow the show. I’m regularly adding episodes to the feed and, if you’re not following, there’s a high chance you’ll miss out. Follow now!

When I was in corporate, I placed a heavy focus on benefits when I was first considering a job, but then I'd get so busy doing the job I'd forget to use, optimize, or even just try to UNDERSTAND all the different benefits I had – especially the confusing acronym ones. Same for you? Well, it wasn’t until I used my benefits package to negotiate a raise *4x the national average* that I realized just how much benefits truly translate into MONEY. And that’s when I got serious about understanding not just some but ALL of my benefits -- and getting strategic. In this episode, we're digging into 3 of the big ones… 3 employer benefits which, if you're *USING*, means you’re already investing (whether you realize it or not!). I'll meet you inside as we de-mystify the 401(k), ESPP, and RSU - and how you can use each to make more money! Let's jump in! SHOWNOTES: jessicatolar.com/041 Rate, Review, and Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Jess and The Goodbye July Podcast” ← If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me serve more people (like you!) and support them in organizing, automating, and growing their money so they can build the HELL YES life they deserve. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved about the episode! Also, if you haven’t already done so, follow the show. I’m regularly adding episodes to the feed and, if you’re not following, there’s a high chance you’ll miss out. Follow now!

I had the privilege of getting to know the CEO of one of the world’s largest real estate franchises and, in the ~2-year period that we all spent time together, I quietly observed him – it’s amazing what you can learn by simply watching someone who has skills you admire and would like to adopt. Much of what’s included in this episode comes from my observations of this man, whom I came to respect, and it also comes from observing other executives throughout my corporate career, conversations with them, as well as other high-net-worth individuals. For this episode, we’re defining "success" as your ability to reach the goals you’ve set. Whether that’s a certain level of wealth, a title at work, or a type of lifestyle - that’s beside the point. The point is: you have goals. Are you reaching them? Whether you feel good about your ability to hit your goals or not, you’ll benefit from what follows on 5 habits of highly successful people.  Let's jump in! SHOWNOTES: jessicatolar.com/040 Rate, Review, and Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Jess and The Goodbye July Podcast” ← If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me serve more people (like you!) and support them in organizing, automating, and growing their money so they can build the HELL YES life they deserve. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved about the episode! Also, if you haven’t already done so, follow the show. I’m regularly adding episodes to the feed and, if you’re not following, there’s a high chance you’ll miss out. Follow now!

IMHO, one of the best things you can do to move leaps and bounds closer to a lower-stress life with more freedom is to consistently get pay increases… and invest all of them. If you’re already living comfortably and can work out a process for getting regular pay increases and investing all of them, you’ll be amazed at what becomes possible and the doors that open up for you financially. But first, there’s the matter of securing the raise itself, in a way that’s sustainable and consistent. And one of the most effective ways to do that is through quarterly reviews with your manager. In this episode, we’re talking about just that – The Anatomy of Your Quarterly Reviews with Your Boss. We’ll cover: When to schedule them How to prepare What to cover in the meeting Let’s jump in!   SHOWNOTES: jessicatolar.com/039 Rate, Review, and Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Jess and The Goodbye July Podcast” ← If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me serve more people (like you!) and support them in organizing, automating, and growing their money so they can build the HELL YES life they deserve. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved about the episode! Also, if you haven’t already done so, follow the show. I’m regularly adding episodes to the feed and, if you’re not following, there’s a high chance you’ll miss out. Follow now!

Welcome back for Part 5 of our 5-Part Mini-Masterclass on Investing. In Part 1 you learned about 9-steps to get started investing, in Part 2 you heard 5 common mistakes most new investors make and what to do instead, in Part 3 you explored 5 types of investments and which might be best for you, and in Part 4 you saw various investment models ranging from $100 to $1M and everything in between. In this FINAL episode of the mini-masterclass series, I am beyond excited to pull back the curtains and give you a behind-the-scenes look into my program, Investor Prep School! Specifically, we will walk through: Who this program is for so you can quickly decide whether or not you’re a fit What exactly you get, including a step-by-step walkthrough of each module plus bonuses Top FAQs plus information on the risk-free money-back guarantee So excited... let's jump in!! SHOWNOTES: jessicatolar.com/038 Rate, Review, and Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Jess and The Goodbye July Podcast” ← If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me serve more people (like you!) and support them in organizing, automating, and growing their money so they can build the HELL YES life they deserve. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved about the episode! Also, if you haven’t already done so, follow the show. I’m regularly adding episodes to the feed and, if you’re not following, there’s a high chance you’ll miss out. Follow now!

Welcome back for Part 4 of our 5-Part Mini-Masterclass on Investing. In Part 1 you learned about an A-Z 9-step roadmap to investing, in Part 2 you heard 5 little-known mistakes *most* new investors make and what to do instead, and in Part 3 you learned about 5 different asset classes. In this episode, I am excited to show you that you don’t have to have tens of thousands of dollars to invest every month to see change in your life.  Specifically, we will walk through 5 examples of different initial investments, monthly investments, and age at the time of first investment so you can see how compound interest could potentially help your money grow in various scenarios. Let’s do it! SHOWNOTES: jessicatolar.com/037 Rate, Review, and Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Jess and The Goodbye July Podcast” ← If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me serve more people (like you!) and support them in organizing, automating, and growing their money so they can build the HELL YES life they deserve. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved about the episode! Also, if you haven’t already done so, follow the show. I’m regularly adding episodes to the feed and, if you’re not following, there’s a high chance you’ll miss out. Follow now!

Welcome back for Part 3 of the 5-Part Mini-Masterclass on Investing! In Part 1 we discussed The Foolproof A-Z Investing Roadmap for Beginners and in Part 2 we covered 5 Little-Known Mistakes *Most* New Investors Make - so you have an overview of what to do and what to look out for. Today, we’re going one click deeper and digging into different TYPES of investments you can buy. Ready to ditch the golden handcuffs that keep you chained to working day in and day out and trade them for the golden ticket to financial freedom? If so, join me inside today’s episode to learn about 5 types of investments and which could be best for you! I’ll walk you through five asset classes, what it takes to start investing in each, and other key points to consider. Let's jump in! SHOWNOTES: jessicatolar.com/036 Rate, Review, and Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Jess and The Goodbye July Podcast” ← If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me serve more people (like you!) and support them in organizing, automating, and growing their money so they can build the HELL YES life they deserve. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved about the episode! Also, if you haven’t already done so, follow the show. I’m regularly adding episodes to the feed and, if you’re not following, there’s a high chance you’ll miss out. Follow now!

Welcome back for Part 2 of the 5-Part Mini-Masterclass on Investing! Ready to supercharge your money? This mini-masterclass is structured to help you learn about investing, remove doubt, and increase your confidence so you can get started making your money grow. While money can’t buy happiness, it CAN buy freedom… freedom of time, location, and choice. It can put you in total control of your life so you can spend your days EXACTLY the way you want to - not the way your boss decides. So if you want to ditch the golden handcuffs that keep you chained to working day in and day out and trade them for the golden ticket to financial freedom… Join me inside today’s episode to learn the 5 Little-Known Mistakes *Most* New Investors Make (And What to Do Instead!). I’ll walk you through five things that might be keeping you from getting started investing, the practical & mindset strategies I used to move past them, and why it's key to start investing ASAP. Let's jump in! SHOWNOTES: jessicatolar.com/035 Rate, Review, and Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Jess and The Goodbye July Podcast” ← If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me serve more people (like you!) and support them in organizing, automating, and growing their money so they can build the HELL YES life they deserve. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved about the episode! Also, if you haven’t already done so, follow the show. I’m regularly adding episodes to the feed and, if you’re not following, there’s a high chance you’ll miss out. Follow now!

Welcome to Part 1 of the 5-Part Mini-Masterclass on Investing! I know you’re excited to grow your wealth and this mini-masterclass is structured to help you learn about investing, remove doubt, and increase your confidence so you can get started making your money grow. While money can’t buy happiness, it CAN buy your freedom… freedom of time, location, and choice. It can put you in total control of your life so you can spend your days EXACTLY the way you want to - not the way your boss decides. So if you’re ready to ditch the golden handcuffs that keep you chained to working day in and day out and trade them for the golden ticket to financial freedom… Join me inside today’s episode to learn how to lay the groundwork for what it REALLY takes to get started investing (for total newbies!). I’ll walk you through The 9-Step A-Z Investing Roadmap for Beginners, your checklist of to-do items to get started investing, and why investing is about so much more than just money. Let's jump in! SHOWNOTES: jessicatolar.com/034 Rate, Review, and Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Jess and The Goodbye July Podcast” ← If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me serve more people (like you!) and support them in organizing, automating, and growing their money so they can build the HELL YES life they deserve. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved about the episode! Also, if you haven’t already done so, follow the show. I’m regularly adding episodes to the feed and, if you’re not following, there’s a high chance you’ll miss out. Follow now!

After a 9-day drive from Texas through Mexico and Guatemala with a trailer and 3 dogs in tow, our feet hit El Salvador soil and it’s been an adventure ever since. Moving abroad has always been one of my dreams. Experiencing a new culture, a different way of life, a new way of viewing the world… I always found the idea exhilarating. Now, having done it, it’s been nothing short of magical and, though it hasn’t come without hardship, great things rarely do. Join me for a year in review as we go through 5 things I'm grateful for after 1 year abroad, the #1 thing that made it possible for us to build the life we've imagined, and how you can do it, too! I'll see you inside! SHOWNOTES: jessicatolar.com/033 Rate, Review, and Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Jess and The Goodbye July Podcast” ← If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me serve more people (like you!) and support them in organizing, automating, and growing their money so they can build the HELL YES life they deserve. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved about the episode! Also, if you haven’t already done so, follow the show. I’m regularly adding episodes to the feed and, if you’re not following, there’s a high chance you’ll miss out. Follow now!

You've seen it before: people talking about their "net worth" as a success metric. Heck, you've probably even seen me talking about my own net worth on my website! But what *is* net worth, and why does it matter? And, most importantly, how do you calculate YOURS? I'm spilling the details in this episode of The Goodbye July Podcast. I'll meet you inside! SHOWNOTES: jessicatolar.com/032 Rate, Review, and Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Jess and The Goodbye July Podcast” ← If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me serve more people (like you!) and support them in organizing, automating, and growing their money so they can build the HELL YES life they deserve. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved about the episode! Also, if you haven’t already done so, follow the show. I’m regularly adding episodes to the feed and, if you’re not following, there’s a high chance you’ll miss out. Follow now!

If "buy a home" is on your to-do list, more power to you! There’s nothing like having your own space in which to create a home - no feeling comes close. Having bought 3 homes, I’d say the hardest part (especially for your first home purchase) is saving for your down payment. From how much you can afford to save, where to keep your money, and how to make sure saving remains a priority, we're covering it all in this episode on 3 secrets to SUPERCHARGE saving for a house! I'll see you inside! SHOWNOTES: jessicatolar.com/031 Rate, Review, and Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Jess and The Goodbye July Podcast” ← If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me serve more people (like you!) and support them in organizing, automating, and growing their money so they can build the HELL YES life they deserve. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved about the episode! Also, if you haven’t already done so, follow the show. I’m regularly adding episodes to the feed and, if you’re not following, there’s a high chance you’ll miss out. Follow now!

Gut-check: is this you? Between gifts, celebrations, and travel, Americans spend upwards of $1K+ every holiday season. Crazy, right? Although it can be fun, we sometimes forget that when we spend money on the holidays, we’re giving up other things. Today, we’re talking about what those are… 5 specific opportunities you can use your holiday savings on next year. From making over 400x more money by using one type of account to avoiding a $12K+ loss in opportunity cost, let’s dive into 5 ways saving this holiday season can pay off big next year. I’ll see you inside! SHOWNOTES: jessicatolar.com/030 Rate, Review, and Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Jess and The Goodbye July Podcast” ← If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me serve more people (like you!) and support them in organizing, automating, and growing their money so they can build the HELL YES life they deserve. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved about the episode! Also, if you haven’t already done so, follow the show. I’m regularly adding episodes to the feed and, if you’re not following, there’s a high chance you’ll miss out. Follow now!

Do you know those life-changing moments that happen in an instant but stay with you for the rest of your days? Maybe you didn't realize it at the time, but now you know for sure it was a defining moment in your story. In this episode, we're talking about one of those moments. Many years ago, I was working for my first employer out of college. I was enjoying the things you would expect: my first salary, my own desk, and even a key card that got me into the building. But what you might not expect is the haunting conversation I had at this job that drastically changed the way I approached work, money, and life, ultimately resulting in 3 changes that gave me more peace and a delicious taste of freedom. Today, we're walking through that conversation and the 3 things I changed as a result. It might feel a bit spooky, but I bet you'll be pleasantly surprised with what you learn when you hear the same sobering words that I did! See you inside! SHOWNOTES: jessicatolar.com/029 Rate, Review, and Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Jess and The Goodbye July Podcast” ← If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me serve more people (like you!) and support them in organizing, automating, and growing their money so they can build the HELL YES life they deserve. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved about the episode! Also, if you haven’t already done so, follow the show. I’m regularly adding episodes to the feed and, if you’re not following, there’s a high chance you’ll miss out. Follow now!

Picking stocks is simply knowledge you do not need to start investing with confidence... So if that doesn't interest you, that makes two of us! You can absolutely be successful at investing without this skill. There are, however, 3 things you do need to know to start investing in a way that feels good (especially if you don't want to pick your own stocks!). Join me in this episode as I break them down, and leave with the simple knowledge you need to get invested quickly and easily. See you inside! SHOWNOTES: jessicatolar.com/028 Rate, Review, and Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Jess and The Goodbye July Podcast” ← If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me serve more people (like you!) and support them in organizing, automating, and growing their money so they can build the HELL YES life they deserve. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved about the episode! Also, if you haven’t already done so, follow the show. I’m regularly adding episodes to the feed and, if you’re not following, there’s a high chance you’ll miss out. Follow now!

Everything I needed to know from my college finance class came to me on the last day of school in the form of 2 very specific things my finance professor said. All semester we learned how to read company financial reports, pick “good” investments, and calculate return on investment, but the truth is: none of that matters as much as the 2 things he told us that last day of class. I was 20 years old waiting impatiently to be released for summer vacation when my finance teacher said something that changed my life. He said: if you remember nothing else from this class, remember this. That's when my ears perked up. Join me inside to learn these simple but profound lessons. I'll see you there! SHOWNOTES: jessicatolar.com/027 Rate, Review, and Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Jess and The Goodbye July Podcast” ← If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me serve more people (like you!) and support them in organizing, automating, and growing their money so they can build the HELL YES life they deserve. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved about the episode! Also, if you haven’t already done so, follow the show. I’m regularly adding episodes to the feed and, if you’re not following, there’s a high chance you’ll miss out. Follow now!

A harm reduction advocate, substance use & recovery researcher, and musician, Jasmin Blue is a mental and community health professional obtaining her Master's Degree in Public Health. In this episode, Jasmin shares her thoughts on healthy living, 5+ practical strategies to support mental health and well-being, and 3 steps to help stop financial anxiety. I'm thrilled for you to meet Jasmin; she's the perfect person for this conversation and I cannot wait for you to hear what she has to say.  Let's jump in! SHOWNOTES: jessicatolar.com/026 Rate, Review, and Follow on Apple Podcasts “I love Jess and The Goodbye July Podcast” ← If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me serve more people (like you!) and support them in organizing, automating, and growing their money so they can build the HELL YES life they deserve. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved about the episode! Also, if you haven’t already done so, follow the show. I’m regularly adding episodes to the feed and, if you’re not following, there’s a high chance you’ll miss out. Follow now!