Bills Over Brunch
Bills Over Brunch
Bills Over Brunch
Bills Over Brunch is a podcast to help open up the conversation about all things money to support and empower women who are at the beginning of their financial journey. Bills Over Brunch was created by us - Hal & Emmy. Over the years, we always seem to be the ones who are approached by family and friends looking for advice about money. We wanted to make a platform to help other people look at all of their options about all things money related. Kind of like asking your sister, best friend or cousin for advice. We are here to help you look at your options when it comes to all things money and making it. Disclaimer: we ‘avo lot to say, but we are still NOT a replacement for financial advisors, accountants, etc. We always encourage seeking professional advice specific to your situation.
Become a Savvy Gift Giver
Somehow the universe decides that ALL of the big events in your friend’s and family’s lives end up in close proximity to one another. While it is fabulous to celebrate your nearest and dearest, the widening hole in your pocket isn’t as nice! So how can you buy the most amazing, thoughtful gifts in the world but at a fraction of the cost? Listen to our latest episode for 5 tips and tricks that will transform you into the savviest but best gift giver ever!
Jul 12, 2022
12 min
Saying No - Aligning Your Budget and Social Schedule
This episode is for all the “yes” people out there! We all love a bougie dinner as much as the next person, but when your calendar is getting booked out it can be stressful for your budget as well as your well-being. If you are always saying “yes” to everyone - not because you want to, but because you feel like you have to or feel bad saying “no,” then give this episode a listen. It’s time to start prioritizing you!
Jun 28, 2022
16 min
Tips to Manage the Rising Cost of Living
Fuel $2.15 per litre? Iceberg lettuce going for $10.00 per head? Things are going bananas around here, so take a listen to this episode for tips and tricks to manage the rising cost of living.  Big ticket item: ways to increase your income to make an impact Middle ticket item: ways to decrease your cost of living  Quick wins: actionable things you can do now, these things add up! We also wanted to remind you to be kind to yourself during these stressful times - you are doing the best you can!
Jun 12, 2022
23 min
5 Bad Money Habits
So we all know that nobody is perfect. We ALL have our bad habits. However, if you have any of these bad money habits, you could really be impacting your long term financial goals and the ability to go on that dream holiday!! We will be chatting about what these 5 bad money habits are, but also give you some workable solutions to help you break them. So if you are living week-to-week or are an avid impulse buyer, give this episode a listen!
May 31, 2022
20 min
How do I ask my boss for a raise?
When was the last time you checked you were getting paid what you are worth? Money and wages can be hard topics to navigate with your boss or manager, but it doesn’t mean you should be avoiding them! In this episode, we are going to help you create a plan to ask your boss for a raise, as well as what to do if they say no - because you shouldn’t stop there if that is their response!
May 21, 2022
22 min
Success Journal: the evidence you need to ask your boss for more money
If you’ve listened to our “How do I ask for more money?” episode, you would have heard us chatting about a Success Journal. A Success Journal is going to help you monitor your career development and, ultimately, give you all the proof and support you need when you ask your boss for a raise. In this episode, we are going to go through all the steps and information to include in your Success Journal. We hope this episode helps you land your next pay rise!
May 21, 2022
12 min
3 ways to cut down your bills
Bills, bills, bills. Everyone has them and just as you think you have paid the last one for a while, another one comes your way. It’s another never-ending part of adulthood. If bills are ruining your attempt at adulting, then this is an episode for you. There are a few ways in which you can make your bills smaller and less of a pain in the ass. Today we are going to chat about 3 tips you can try to help you cut down on your bills.
May 15, 2022
9 min
Study AND work, can it be done?
It’s no longer the norm to stay in the same position or career your whole life. But what happens when you are working full time and have bills to pay, and want to acquire a new position or change your career altogether? In today’s episode we dive into how you can evaluate whether it could be an option for you, as well as how to plan and prepare to work and study at the same time. We hope you enjoy it!
May 15, 2022
20 min
Subscription Addiction: declutter your digital footprint
We are moving into a cashless society where everything is digital. Although convenient, this means that it is super easy to lose track of expenses. When was the last time you actually checked your bank statements to see how many subscriptions you had? They just auto-debit away while we sleep and can then make it seem like your hard-earned money is vanishing into thin air. In this episode, we will discuss how you can Marie Kondo your digital footprint.
May 15, 2022
9 min
Help! Uber Eats is munching away at my money!
Meal delivery apps are here to stay, but we hope this episode gives you some ideas about how to be mindful of your spending, so that you can have your Uber Eats and save too!
May 7, 2022
19 min