333 | Looking Rich vs. Building Wealth

Sometimes following the path you’re “supposed to” take leads to a life you don’t actually want to live. That’s exactly what happened to Lauren Klein, Biglaw attorney turned boutique firm owner and money and mindset coach. Through intentional planning and wise money decisions, Lauren has built a business and life she loves. In this episode, Lauren and I talk about her journey, the tools that have helped her create the life she now enjoys, and the exact steps you can take to create the same kind of life for yourself. Head to rhothomas.com/337 for the full episode show notes. Join the Become a Wealthy Lawyer program at rhothomas.com/wealthylawyer.

Do you want to talk to your kids about money but don't know how? With so much information out there, how do you know where to start? In this episode, let's talk about the money conversations my husband and I are having with our kids and the skills we're teaching them to start developing good habits now. Head to rhothomas.com/336 for the full episode show notes. Need help with your finances? Apply for a coaching session at rhothomas.com/apply.

The holidays can bring a lot of extra expenses, but the holidays don't have to be stressful. With a little planning, you can celebrate without added financial stress or debt. In this episode, let's talk about how to estimate your holiday expenses and how saving now can make holiday spending easier to manage. Head to rhothomas.com/335 for the full episode show notes. Need help with your finances? Apply for a coaching session at rhothomas.com/apply.

We've all heard the phrase "keeping up with the Joneses." But have you ever considered how much it's costing you? In this episode, let's explore the financial and psychological impacts of keeping up with the Joneses and how to turn things around if you find yourself in this position. Head to rhothomas.com/334 for the full episode show notes. Need help with your finances? Apply for a coaching session at rhothomas.com/apply.

Looking successful on the outside doesn't always indicate financial success. Many lawyers feel pressure to keep up a particular lifestyle, and it's costing them the opportunity to build wealth. In this episode, let's talk about the gap between outward appearances and inward financial realities and how rethinking what success looks like leads to wealth and freedom. Head to rhothomas.com/333 for the full episode show notes. Need help with your finances? Apply for a coaching session at rhothomas.com/apply.

If you keep consuming personal finance information but don't feel any closer to your goals, there's one key thing you're missing: action. Once you have it, you'll get unstuck and start moving forward. In this episode, let's talk about why you don't need a perfect plan and how choosing one doable next step will help you build momentum. Head to rhothomas.com/332 for the full episode show notes. Need help with your finances? Apply for a coaching session at rhothomas.com/apply.

Dissatisfaction and discontentment quietly run many lawyers' lives and finances, and they've probably never given it much thought. A lot of debt, stress, and worry can be attributed to these two things. They also prevent people from building wealth. In this episode, let's look at your money and lifestyle through a lens you may not have considered before and talk about how to make sure you avoid the trap that many lawyers fall into. Head to rhothomas.com/331 for the full episode show notes. Need help with your finances? Apply for a coaching session at rhothomas.com/apply.

Do you feel like you’ve tried everything to get your money under control, and nothing has worked? Many lawyers tell me some version of this statement. It’s a very common sentiment, but it’s also one of the most unhelpful things you can tell yourself when you’re working to achieve your money goals. In this episode, let’s talk about the actual belief underlying this statement, why it’s holding you back from achieving your goals, and what to do instead. Head to rhothomas.com/330 for the full episode show notes. Need help with your finances? Apply for a coaching session at rhothomas.com/apply.

You might be making a big mistake with your money, and you probably don’t even realize it. Many lawyers are falling into the same trap and losing out on hundreds and thousands of dollars. In this episode, let's talk about the mistake that's sabotaging so many lawyers' finances and a simple shift that will help you start building wealth faster. Head to rhothomas.com/329 for the full episode show notes. Need help with your finances? Apply for a coaching session at rhothomas.com/apply.

Have you ever bought something just because you saw other people with it? It's a common experience, but it's costing you more than the price of whatever you bought. In this episode, let's talk about how spending in this way leads to financial sabotage and some practical steps to overcome it. Head to rhothomas.com/328 for the full episode show notes. Need help with your finances? Apply for a coaching session at rhothomas.com/apply.