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Sept. 11, 2023

We're back! Smart Budgeting Tips and Financial Freedom [Guests: Shana Roberson and Vanessa Porten of Ideal Balance]

Do you sometimes feel like your finances are running you, instead of the other way around? Same, mama, same!
Here to help are the masters of budgeting and finance management: Shana Roberson and Vanessa Porten of Ideal Balance, who help women learn how to budget, get out of debt and save money. What you can look forward to learning:

  1. Actionable Steps to Financial Wellness: Practical tips you can implement today to start on a path of better financial management.
  2. Navigating Personal Spending, Family Spending and 'Mom Guilt': Strategies to balance personal vs. family spending while alleviating feelings of guilt that can accompany financial decisions.
  3. Fostering a Healthy Money Mindset in Kids: Using the right phrases and approaches when talking about money with your children.
  4. Overcoming Financial Anxiety: Advice to help you move past fear and anxiety surrounding money, stepping into a space of confidence and peace.
  5. A Biblical Perspective on Money: Gain insight into what the scripture teaches about handling finances responsibly and effectively.

Join us for a grounded and informative episode that will equip you with the knowledge and strategies to navigate your financial journey with grace and wisdom.
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Shana Roberson and Vanessa Porten

Founders of Ideal Balance

Shana is wife to Chris and mom to three amazing little rascals. Her life verse is Matthew 5:16: Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven. After a former life as a reporter, she began coaching in 2015 and co-founded Ideal Balance in 2020. Beginning as a personal trainer, she quickly saw the common threads keeping women from living the life they desire, so she expanded her certifications and added in life coaching. Next, she and her husband got debt free and improved their marriage along the way, so she added financial coaching to the mix. Shana loves music, games, dancing and going to the beach every single chance she gets. Shana co-founded Ideal Balance and serves as Creative Director, Professional Organizer as well as serving clients as a Life, Financial and Health Coach.

Vanessa is wife to Marc and mom to two awesome kids! Her favorite Bible verse is Jeremiah 29:11: “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” After paying off her mortgage at 31, she became passionate about helping others find financial freedom. In 2019, she stepped out in faith and quit her job to pursue her passion. She has coached dozens of clients to improve their lives, their finances, their businesses, their health and their homes. Vanessa holds several certifications in coaching, business and fitness as well as a B.S in Business Administration. Vanessa loves spending uninterrupted quality time with her family, board games,… Read More