14. Mid-Year Financial Review & Becoming More Present with Others

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Remember your 2020 goals? Us, neither. Well, half of us (*ahem, Alisa*). But that’s what this episode is all about; a quick financial check-in & tips on how to be a better listener and be more present with others. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Michael always has ingredients for negroni cocktails on hand, so Alisa encourages him to up his vermouth game and try her twist on an Americano. Try it!</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Americano (w/ Cynar):</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">1.5 oz sweet vermouth<br /></span><span style="font-weight: 400;">1.5 oz cynar<br /></span><span style="font-weight: 400;">3 oz. club soda<br /></span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Orange peel <br /></span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Serve over ice</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Seriously though, anyone can invest, anyone can lead, anyone can coach, anyone can serve. Presence is an act of service. Being truly “there” for someone means putting their needs above yours. Learn four ways to practice presence in your daily life.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Your mid-year financial review should include re-evaluating your plan, including: goals, spending plan, and strategy. It’s also a good time to make sure you have 3-6 months of expenses saved up as an emergency fund.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">If you have questions for Michael or Alisa (or both of us), please submit them for “Serious Fam Q&A” at seriouslythoughpodcast@gmail.com.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">To schedule an introductory coaching session, visit</span> <a href= "https://www.alisa.coach/"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Alisa.Coach</span></a><span style= "font-weight: 400;">. For more information on financial planning, visit</span> <a href="https://www.boltwm.com/"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Bolt Wealth Management</span></a><span style= "font-weight: 400;">. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Links:</span></p> <