In this episode of 'It's Not About the Money', I explore the innovator money story type, emphasizing the connection between self-worth and financial decisions.  I share personal experiences and insights on how identity impacts our relationship with money, particularly for innovators who often tie their self-esteem to financial success.  The episode provides strategies for innovators to balance their financial goals with self-acceptance and joy, while also looking ahead to the next episode focusing on the enabler money story type. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Emotions of Money ..read more

  In this episode of the It's Not About the Money podcast, I delve into the architect money story type, exploring the connection between anxiety and financial decision-making.  I discuss how over-planning and fear of financial risks can lead to analysis paralysis, impacting one's ability to make clear financial decisions.  I offer strategies for managing money anxiety, emphasizing the importance of balancing planning with present moment trust.  This episode concludes with a call to celebrate financial successes and recognize the value of planning as a gift. Chapters 00:00 ..read more

In this episode of It’s Not About The Money podcast (formerly the In Her Financial Shoes podcast) I am going to share with you how you can create one word that you are emotionally connected to that can transform the way you feel and transform your business in 2024! In this episode, I cover: Why the one word strategy works How to decide on your word for 2024 What or who has inspired you How to fully connect with your word   Resources: Get my FREE book 'It's Not About The Money' Take the Money StoryTypes® Quiz Join Catherine’s FREE Facebook Group 'The Wealthy Women Community' Catherine’s ..read more

In this episode of It’s Not About The Money podcast (formerly the In Her Financial Shoes podcast) I’m going to be diving into how to get into more flow with money and this time of year is a great time to start thinking about it. If you've ever caught yourself with thoughts like there's not enough money to go around, or what happens if I'm too successful, what will people say about me? You restrict the amount of money that you’re able to bring in.There's this unconscious fear that money is going to stop flowing. When you’re not in a state of flow with money, you’re essentially blocking money fr ..read more

In this episode of the It’s Not About The Money podcast (formerly the In Her Financial Shoes podcast) I am going to share time management strategies that you need to reach your first £1 million. During the Hidden Wealth Series I am going to uncover the easiest ways to elevate your business from five figures to your first £1 million pounds and managing your time is key when scaling your business. Time is the one asset that you cannot create more of, but you can look at where you are spending your time to ensure that it is on income generating activities as you grow and scale your business. Thes ..read more

In this episode of the It’s Not About The Money podcast (formerly the In Her Financial Shoes podcast) I am joined by two very good friends, Zoe Whitman and Jo Wood of The 6 Figure Bookkeeper Club and The Bookkeepers’ Podcast.  Even if you aren’t a “numbers person” it is still really important to know and understand your business finances. But this doesn’t mean that you need to become a financial expert overnight. There are 7 crucial numbers that you need to know in order to successfully run your business in an efficient and sustainable way. Understanding your numbers is also going to empo ..read more

In this episode of the It’s Not About The Money podcast (formerly the In Her Financial Shoes podcast) I am talking all about the four stages of wealth and how to navigate them. It can be easy to think that we need to tackle all areas of wealth at the same time. When I was getting out of debt I wanted stability but also to feel like I was creating an impact. When we try to prioritise all areas, you end up not prioritising anything and then not staying in any one stage successfully. Often what we need is the solid foundation of mindset, behaviours and habits. At each stage you build resilience t ..read more

In this episode I explore the concept of money denial, particularly through the lens of the pacifist money story type.  I discuss the psychological and neurological aspects of financial avoidance, highlighting how denial serves as a protective mechanism against emotional pain associated with financial decisions.  The conversation delves into the generational patterns of financial responsibility and the impact of parental financial rescuing.  I offer insights on transforming financial denial into empowerment, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's money story type to e ..read more

In this episode I explore the complex emotion of shame, particularly in relation to money and spending habits. I discuss how shame is a natural human emotion that can lead to impulsive spending and feelings of inadequacy.  Through the Money Storytypes framework, I provide insights into understanding one's relationship with money and offer practical tools for transforming shame into empowerment. This episode emphasizes the importance of awareness, self-acceptance, and creating healthy boundaries around spending. Chapters 00:00 Understanding Shame: A Natural Human Emotion 06:03 The Impact ..read more

In this conversation I discuss the energy dynamics of selling, emphasizing the importance of moving from a scarcity mindset to one of abundance and connection. I share practical exercises to help entrepreneurs, particularly women, overcome fears associated with selling and adopt a more authentic, desire-based approach.  This conversation highlights the significance of energy in sales interactions and offers strategies for building genuine connections with clients. Chapters 00:00 Transforming Sales Through Desire-Based Marketing 02:50 Understanding Fears Around Selling 06:02 Shifting from ..read more