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Budget Like a CEO

June 11, 2025 No Comments

This entry is part 4 of 4 in the series Rebuilding

Applying Business Finance Principles to Personal Debt Management Most of us weren’t taught how to manage money growing up. We figured it out through trial and error—mostly error. We learned by overdrafting accounts, maxing out credit cards, or juggling bills and hoping nothing bounced. For a lot of people, especially those carrying debt or coming out of a financial crisis, budgeting feels like punishment. Like one more reminder of what’s not working. But what if…

From Debt to Entrepreneurship

April 24, 2025 1 Comment

This entry is part 2 of 4 in the series Rebuilding

How Financial Literacy Fuels Business Success For many of us, the journey into entrepreneurship doesn’t begin with a bold vision or a polished business plan. It begins with survival. It begins in the aftermath of loss—sometimes a job, a marriage, a home, or a sense of self. It begins in the quiet moments when you realize that the life you had is gone, and something new needs to be built from the ground up. Often,…

Sideline Stress

April 13, 2025 2 Comments

This entry is part 4 of 7 in the series Improving Wellness

Sideline Stress: How Parents and Providers Can Team Up (Not Tense Up) Whether it’s ballet, baseball, or beginner band—when kids step into the world of extracurriculars, a whole cast of grown-ups steps in with them. There are the coaches, instructors, and daycare providers who give time, heart, and guidance to help kids learn and grow. And there are the parents—loving, passionate, and deeply invested—who want nothing but the best for their child. So, what happens…

Random Crypto Texts

April 8, 2025 1 Comment

This entry is part 1 of 1 in the series Avoiding Identity Theft & Scams

Ever Have a Rando Contact You and Bring Up Buying Cryptocurrency? If you’ve ever gotten a random text that says something like, “Hey, is this Alex? We met at the wine tasting,” you’re probably not just the victim of a wrong number — you’re the target of a pig butchering scam. No, it’s not some rustic culinary tradition. It’s a sinister, slow-cooked con where scammers reel you in with charm, romance, and fake investment advice…

Rebuilding from the Rubble

April 8, 2025 1 Comment

This entry is part 1 of 4 in the series Rebuilding

Rebuilding from the Rubble: Life After Financial Loss and Divorce There are seasons in life where everything seems to fall apart at once — where love ends, money runs out, and you’re left staring at the pieces, unsure which to pick up first. I’ve been there. Maybe you’re there now? Here’s what I’ve learned — not from a place of theory, but from sitting in the middle of the storm: Start with breath, not a…

When Security Feels Shaky

April 3, 2025 No Comments

This entry is part 6 of 7 in the series Improving Wellness

If You’re Feeling Uneasy, It’s Okay—These Are Uneasy Times. If you’ve been feeling more anxious than usual lately—about your job, your finances, your future—you’re not alone. The unease you’re feeling isn’t just personal. It’s systemic, and it’s everywhere. These are uneasy times. From rising debt and unstable job markets to cultural division, global conflict, and constant shifts in workplace policy, today’s world feels like it’s moving faster and less predictably than ever. People are quietly…

Gambling Apps Are Coming for Your Pizza Money

April 3, 2025 1 Comment

This entry is part 5 of 7 in the series Improving Wellness

A Parent’s Wake-Up Call About College Kids & Gambling Apps I used to think the biggest late-night surprise from my college-aged kids would be a Venmo request for pizza or a textbook they forgot to budget for. But lately, I’ve started hearing different kinds of stories. Stories that don’t end in a laugh or a shared eye-roll. Stories that sit heavy in my chest. Stories that have made me look twice at my own children—and…

The Schrute Buck – Is Still Motivating

April 3, 2025 No Comments

This entry is part 7 of 7 in the series Improving Wellness

Why We Built Dealing With Debt (And How Schrute Bucks Became Part of the Story) Dealing With Debt was born from one simple belief: we’re failing to teach our youth the life skills they need most—especially when it comes to managing money. I started this company with a clear purpose: to help people. Financial education, once a cornerstone of preparing young adults for the real world, has all but disappeared from our schools. And without…

Your Digital Footprint

March 27, 2025 1 Comment

This entry is part 1 of 1 in the series Your Digital Footprint

The Online You That Employers, Colleagues, Clients, Landlords, and Lenders See A unique name is a blessing and a curse. It makes you stand out—but it also means that the good, the bad, and the ugly about you float to the top of search engine results. Your digital footprint is how search engines see you, and it matters more than ever. The first thing an employer does after reviewing your resume? A Google search. The…

The Connection Between Debt and Stress

March 26, 2025 1 Comment

This entry is part 1 of 7 in the series Improving Wellness

Debt and Stress: Understanding the Connection Financial strain can feel like a heavy burden—not just on your budget, but on your body and mind. At Dealing With Debt, we know that money stress is more than just a number. It’s something that affects your health, your relationships, and your overall well-being. That’s why addressing debt means more than crunching numbers. It means understanding how stress shows up—and learning how to manage it with intention. How…