The Goodbye July Podcast

015: My Story & How Goodbye July Got Its Name

Hello! Allow me to introduce myself! Today's episode is special because I have not officially introduced myself yet on the show... so I'll be doing just that.
I'll share my story: where I came from, big financial milestones from which you can learn, and more about the namesake of this show: how *did* The Goodbye July Podcast get its name?
Join me for a behind-the-scenes peek into my history, get in-the-know on the origin of the show, and hear next steps for how you can start building wealth in your own life.
Let's jump in!
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014: 10 Things Most People Won’t Do That Make All the Difference to Your Finances

Ever wonder why so many people struggle with their finances, even if they've been trying to master their money for a long time?
"If you want something different, you have to do something different."
Here are 10 things (that most people won't do) that really make all the difference when it comes to your finances.
You don't want to miss this one.
See you inside!
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013: We Road Tripped Through Central America (Here’s What Happened & What We Learned)

We needed to get to El Salvador with our dogs; flying was too expensive. "Should we drive?" I asked. "That would be crazy," Cory said. We did, and it was.
We drove from Texas to El Salvador with our 3 dogs towing an open-air trailer with 2 motorcycles and some things for our house. It was an incredible, amazing, and at times, insane experience that took 9 days instead of the 6 we anticipated, but one I would absolutely do again.
From border issues to identity theft to, yes, a little extortion, to fascinating street festivals and pyramids and mountains and hot air balloons... topped off by the sheer kindness of the vast majority of the people we encountered.
Join me for the behind-the-scenes details of our journey. See you inside!
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012: The Benefits of Learning How to Die

During an awkward encounter at a concert during COVID restrictions, the band playing struck up a song called "Learning How to Die" which created a pivotal moment of learning and a shift in mindset that brought a fresh new perspective to life.
Join me as we explore the hidden gift of empowerment that lies within accepting the inevitable, where Goodbye July got its name, and why it's critical to make sure you're spending the time you've got doing what you love... and NOT wasting time on what you don't.
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011: Yep, Our Therapist Married Us! (A Mental Health Story)

End the stigma! It's one of the most critical pieces of our well-being: Let's talk mental health.
Today, we're digging into my journey through counseling (that literally ended at the altar), my current mental wellness routine, and the issue that's negatively affecting nearly 50% of Americans' mental health... and what you can do to protect yourself.
SHOWNOTES: jessicatolar.com/011
DISCLAIMER: I'm not a licensed therapist or doctor or any kind of medical professional at all, so everything we talk about in today's episode is purely based on my own experience, my opinion, is for informational purposes only and is in no way to be received as medical advice in any form whatsoever.
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010: 10 Reasons to Fall in Love with Your Budget

3 of my biggest financial flops have had to do with a late-night accident in south Texas, an insanely-priced vacuum (yes, really), and partying like a rock star in college.
But each of those mistakes taught me a valuable lesson... and today we're talking about how one of those experiences led me to my all-time favorite financial tool.
More importantly, we'll discuss how using a budget (or, as I like to think of it, a financial dashboard) can change everything for you if you'll let it.
Join me to learn:
The budget template I swear by
10 reasons to fall in love with it
Why I'm convinced an old-school budget leads to more financial success than an app on your phone ever could
Let's go!
SHOWNOTES: jessicatolar.com/010
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009: 4 Strategies to Stop Imposter Syndrome in Its Tracks

Chances are you're already acquainted with the bully that lives inside your mind... that infuriating, taunting voice in your head telling you you're not good enough, you can't do it, and you're not smart enough...
You know the one: I'm talking about imposter syndrome.
Well, my friend, you're not alone. And I want us to talk about it more so we can work toward squashing the darn thing once and for all.
The more we share our experiences and best practices, the more mental fortitude we'll feel in dealing with this monster.
And the easier it becomes for us to ignore this uninvited guest, the quicker we can get on with living our happiest lives and reaching our biggest goals.
Today we're tackling:
- Imposter syndrome at work
- 4 strategies I've used to stop it
- 1 BONUS strategy that you can implement today
And I'll share a little-known story about one of the *most embarrassing* moments of my life.
Join me inside!
SHOWNOTES: jessicatolar.com/009
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008: Want to Retire Early? Try This (Plus All Your 401k Questions Answered)

Want to retire early? Learn how I did it, dig into your fav retirement acronyms (hi: 401k vs. IRA) and hear the #1 biggest mistake to avoid.
Since leaving my 9-5 and not having a formal job, many people wonder where our money comes from - I mean, we still have a mortgage to pay and, in Austin, TX, that is no small bill!
If you know me, you know I'm going to say our money "comes from our investments," but today we're diving deeper into what that means for us, and how Cory and I were both able to "retire" by age 30.
In this week's episode, we're getting into:
- 401k, IRA, ROTH & Rollovers - plus the #1 BIGGEST MISTAKE I see people make with these
- My story and how I retired from my corporate career in 10 years
- A different way to think about money that just might change everything for you
Join me inside - listen now!
SHOWNOTES: jessicatolar.com/008
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007: How I Got a Raise 4x the National Average (Using Benefits!)

Do you want investing and passive income to be part of your financial strategy? If so, you'll need money left over each month to put toward your investments. Where's that money going to come from?
While I'm all for cutting costs, you can only lower your expenses so much. But your income potential is essentially UNCAPPED so there's a lot more room to make more money when compared to decreasing your spending... So, let's make you more money!
Today, we're deep-diving into a key piece of the strategy I use to get big raises: employer benefits. And if your job doesn't offer benefits, I'll also cover how you can use this fact to negotiate a higher pay rate.We'll talk through:- How you can use your benefits package (or lack thereof) to increase your pay- The specific benefits I focused on the last time I landed a big raise- How I secured a raise that was 4 times higher than the national average
This episode is not for the faint of heart; this exercise is high-effort. But it can absolutely be high reward.
If you're serious about getting a pay increase, this episode is for you. Let's jump in!
SHOWNOTES: jessicatolar.com/007
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006: Adopt These 5 Habits to Stand Out at Work

Want to impress your boss? In this episode, I share 5 simple but powerful things you can do at work to position yourself for success, specific examples of what's worked in my career, and the story of the time I told a potential employer that I was unqualified… and why he hired me anyway.
(spoiler alert: it's because of 1 of the 5 habits!)
The truth is: you can’t just waltz into a review meeting, ask for a raise, and assume it’s going to be given to you - it takes some intentional work in the months leading up to your ask; and that’s what we’re digging into today.
Let's dive in!
SHOWNOTES: jessicatolar.com/006
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