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 When life throws the unexpected, how do you financially prepare and respond?

In the milestone 100th episode of 'Women and Money, the Shit We Don't Talk About,' we celebrate our journey featuring three previous guests, all inspiring women; Candy Wolff, Claudia Porter, and Amy Salo. Together they’re again sharing their impactful stories of financial struggle and resilience, but this time with combined insight.

Candy shares the emotional and financial whirlwind of losing her husband unexpectedly and how she took charge of her finances after years of sitting on the sidelines. Claudia recounts her escape from a toxic marriage, including her clever tactic of replacing her wedding ring stones to hire a divorce attorney. Amy lays out how financial professionals (and women themselves), can do more to take full ownership of their financial power.

Each guest also reflects on the lessons they wish they had known during their challenging times and their ongoing missions to empower other women financially. Each story resonates with the mission of Purse Strings: to empower women to be financially fearless and make informed decisions.

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

01:46 Candy Wolf's Story: A Financial Nightmare

11:27 Claudia's Journey: From Academia to Financial Independence

20:33 Amy's Insights: Empowering Women in Financial Services

28:56 Quickfire Questions and Final Thoughts

This isn’t about fear. It’s about being prepared, empowered, and seen.

Whether you’ve been through loss, know someone who has, or just want to stop saying “I’ll handle it later”, this episode is your call to action.

Got a unique financial story to share? Whether it’s about crushing debt, building wealth, an unexpected windfall, or just a wild money moment, we want to hear it! Or are you a professional who helps women with money? If you’re a financial coach, attorney, CPA, or work in any area that empowers women financially, we’d love to hear from you too! Your story could inspire our community of women. Fill out our intake form here!

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What if you could ask for more, without second-guessing?

In this episode of Women in Money: The Shit We Don't Talk About, we dig into one of the most overlooked tools in your professional toolbox: salary negotiation. Whether you’re gearing up for a raise, considering a new role, or just tired of leaving money (and energy) on the table—this one’s for you.

We sat down with Tami Palmer, who brings 15 years of experience in staffing and HR. Tami offers insights, advice, and tactics to help her clients navigate the grey zone and get results. She’s been on the other side of the hiring table, and now she’s sharing exactly what women need to stop selling themselves short.

Tami breaks down the four pillars of her coaching work, why women miss out on money and opportunities (and how to change that), how to answer the salary question with strategy, what to say—and what not to say—when negotiating, plus powerful scripts and mindset shifts you can start using today.

Episode Highlights:

00:39 The Power of Asking for More
01:38 Reflections on Negotiation
05:53 Tami's Background and Expertise
08:44 Empowering Women in Negotiation
12:46 Common Mistakes in Salary Negotiation
16:32 Navigating Salary Negotiations
16:52 Effective Phrases for Negotiation
17:46 Flexibility and Benefits Beyond Salary
19:52 When to Negotiate and When Not To
21:59 Understanding Your Power in Negotiations
24:07 Building Credibility Through Negotiation
27:26 Mindset Shifts for Confident Negotiations
29:33 The Value of Your Expertise

This episode showed why women need to negotiate because women don’t ask, and caring for yourself financially is part of caring for everyone else. But what does it actually look like to put yourself first when you’re a MOM and used to being the provider, planner, and caregiver? Join us July 10 for Money Talks and learn practical ways to protect your future, lighten the financial load, and prioritize your goals without the guilt. Click here to register for FREE and bring your questions!

Got a unique financial story to share? Whether it’s about crushing debt, building wealth, an unexpected windfall, or just a wild money moment, we want to hear it! Your story could inspire our community of women. Fill out our intake form here!

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What if you suddenly had to manage all your finances alone? Would you be ready?

In this episode of Women and Money: The Shit We Don’t Talk About, we talk with Samantha Hart, Director of Marketing Content Strategy at North American Company for Life and Health Insurance. Originally from Cape Town, South Africa, Sam spent 20 years in media and publishing before joining North American, where she leads a team focused on spreading awareness about annuities and financial opportunities.

Sam brings a fresh, passionate perspective on the realities women face with money—especially around retirement and the looming Great Wealth Transfer. She opens up about her family’s journey through divorce and how witnessing her mother’s sudden financial vulnerability sparked her commitment to financial literacy. We cover why women need to be proactive, the gaps in retirement confidence, and the power of good guidance.

This episode explores how the upcoming wealth transfer isn’t just about inheritance—it’s about women taking control of trillions in assets by 2030. Whether you're married, single, or somewhere in between, Sam’s story will inspire you to face your finances head-on—because knowledge is power, and preparation is peace of mind.

Episode Highlights:

00:00 The Financial Industry’s Disservice to Women
03:03 Introducing Sam and Her Work
08:00 Sam’s Personal Financial Journey
16:24 The Great Wealth Transfer
20:12 The Emotional Side of Financial Planning
20:37 Women and Retirement: Key Findings
22:45 Challenges Women Face in Retirement
28:04 The Importance of Advisors
32:14 Taking Control of Your Future
36:49 Debunking Financial Myths
39:23 Defining Financial Freedom

Ready to plan for what’s ahead?
Join us June 26 for Money Talks, where we’ll dig deeper into why retirement planning is urgent for women—and how to create a future that’s truly yours.
Click here to register for FREE—and bring your questions!

Got a unique financial story? Whether you’ve crushed debt, built wealth, or had a money moment that changed your life, we want to hear it. Are you a professional helping women with money? Your experience could inspire others. Share your story here.

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