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Winning With Diversity on LinkedIn (How-To Monday) Jun 17, 2024

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Hey BA fam, it's time for another “How To Throwback”. In honor of pride month, we look back at LinkedIn Career Expert Drew McCaskill’s appearance from 2022. He breaks down the best ways to use linked in for job seekers and entrepreneurs. Plus, Drew discusses how diversity plays a role in navigating through a post-grad career.

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How to Unlock the Next Budget Friendly Step Jun 14, 2024

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In another edition of the BA QA, Natasha asks how to unlock the next budget friendly step in her financial journey. With a good foundation on various topics, she would like to invest with education and purpose -- but wonders how she can elevate on a budget. Mandi and Tiffany break it down.

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Les Alfred: Why the Journey is the Destination Jun 12, 2024

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Les Alfred, creator of The Balance Black Girl and host of the Balanced Black Girl podcast, tells Mandi and Tiffany all about how she finally learned to live her best life, the importance of self care, and why it's ultimately the journey that's the destination. Plus, the ladies further discuss therapy, fitness, health, and why it's going to be a "35 Hotter" summer.

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Get Good With Money (How-To Monday) Jun 10, 2024

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In another edition of How-To Monday, Mandi looks back on a very special episode -- the official book release week for Tiffany, and they're talking all about the concept of financial wholeness. Mandi even took the quiz herself. Listen in for the full breakdown of her results and learn how to (finally) get good with money.

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How To Get Paid Your Worth in Corporate America Jun 07, 2024

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Listener "Penelope" received an annual bonus of 1% and a 2.5% salary increase, but still feels like she isn't making nearly enough money. Is racking up sign-on bonuses and equity the only way to make more in the corporate world? Mandi breaks it all down in another addition of the BA QA.

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Former Obama Staffer Deesha Dyer's 'Undiplomatic' Rise to the Top Jun 05, 2024

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Deesha Dyer, former White House Social Secretary during the Obama Administration, joins Mandi to talk about her book, UNDIPLOMATIC: How My Attitude Created the Best Kind of Trouble. She discusses her journey to one of the most sought-after gigs in D.C. and the life changing lessons it taught her. Plus, weird Obama quirks, behind-the-scenes stories about Prince and Stevie Wonder, and more.

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How To Invest Beyond Your 401K (How-To Mondays) Jun 03, 2024

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This week on the BA "How-To" Monday, Mandi and Tiffany discuss “HOW TO INVEST BEYOND YOUR 401(K)." In a throwback of the show's 100th episode, they break down why it’s finally time to start thinking beyond basic savings and retirement accounts. Plus, Mandi’s secret reveal – she’s a cash hoarder.

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Ain't Nothing Wrong With A Prenup May 31, 2024

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Tiffany is riding solo for this week's BA Q&. First, a woman who's going through a divorce needs advice on how to make the most out of her settlement money. Then, another woman who's considering a divorce need advice on how to protect her finances if the relationship ends.

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The Budgetnista Is Back On Top May 29, 2024

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Tiffany is riding solo for this week's episode! She starts the episode by discussing her new beauty regimen and why it's so expensive. Then, The Budgetnista gets very transparent about her business and some important changes she's made. This is an excellent episode for any entrepreneur or anyone looking to scale a company.

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How To Land your Dream Job (How To Mondays) May 28, 2024

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Mandi gives Kevonya a full Mandi Money coaching! Kevonya is looking for full time work as a project manager and Mandi gives her a full breakdown on the best LinkedIn practices to use. Mandi also gives her other resources outside of LinkedIn that she can use on her job search. This is a very informative episode for anyone looking for a job!

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