Share

cover art for I was an impulsive buyer not a mindful spender (Glen's story with ADHD)

this is money

I was an impulsive buyer not a mindful spender (Glen's story with ADHD)

Season 7
โ€ข

In this bonus episode, Glen opens up about his journey in discovering he may have ADHD and recently getting diagnosed. He shares candidly about some of the silly money mistakes he's made and the financial guardrails he's put in place to manage his spendy impulses.


We hate email spam so we donโ€™t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.


To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here.


Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs.


SYMO interactive Pty Ltd trading as this is money & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services licence 451289.

More episodes

View all episodes

  • 725b charity spotlight: Forever Projects (mission, financials, governance, 100% giving model + more)

    54:04
    Today we're highlighting the work of Forever Projects, a charity that's making waves in Tanzania by helping women break the cycle of poverty. Founder Mark Dombkins joins Glen on the show to share the story and heart behind Forever Projects and how your support can empower women facing some of the world's most challenging circumstances to live a self-sustaining future.Join the Drive: https://thedrive.foreverprojects.org/Learn more about Forever Projects: https://foreverprojects.org/Charities we support: https://www.thisis.money/charitiesThanks to Skye Wealth for supporting our Thursday show! Connect with the team hereWe hate email spam so we donโ€™t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here.Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs.this is money & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services licence 451289.
  • 725 ask a mortgage broker (lending options, pre-approvals, self-employed, structures + more)

    59:58
    Today we're answering your questions around mortgages and buying property with special guest Rachelle Kroon from Sphere Home Loans. Glen, John and Rachelle chat about:๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿพ mortgage broker red & green flags๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿฟ do all brokers receive the same commission from a bank?๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿป do mortgage brokers only deal with certain banks?๐Ÿ‘‰ how do you know you're being offered the best rate?๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿผ is it a red flag if my broker is always suggesting one bank to me?๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿฝ what if a bank gets me a better rate?๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿป can mortgage brokers help with navigating accessibility requirements?๐Ÿ‘‰ can you bump up your borrowing capacity with a higher deposit?๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿผ do you have to spend the amount of your pre-approval?๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿฝ tips for securing a property when you're self-employed๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿฟ I just went unconditional on a property and the vendor died, what happens now?!๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿพ and more!Thanks to Sphere Home Loans for supporting the Tuesday show! Need a mortgage broker? Connect with the team hereWe hate email spam so we donโ€™t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here.
  • 724b PSA for men's health week with Tim Hewson from Mongrels Men

    52:40
    Today for Men's Health Week we're shining the spotlight on men's mental health with special guest Tim Hewson, founder of community based charity,ย Mongrels Men Health and Wellbeing. โš ๏ธ Content warning: This episode touches on suicide and depression. If you are experiencing any issues with your mental health there is help. Please speak to your GP or contact Lifeline on 13 11 14, MensLine or Beyond Blue. In this episode, Glen and Tim chat openly about their experiences with their own mental health and touch on:๐Ÿ‘‰ why are we talking about this on a money podcast?๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿพ some eye-opening statistics on men's health๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿผ Tim's story and how a mid-life crisis at 40 changed everything๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿฝ how Mongrels Men supports men and their mental health through conversation, community, connection & movementย ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿฟ how women can look out for the men in their world๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿป mental health workshops for teams and organisations๐Ÿ‘‰ how you can look out for and support your coworkers and friendsInterested in learning more about Mongrels Men or booking Tim for a keynote or workshop? Check out the links below ๐Ÿ‘‡Tim's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timhewson1Betterment Consulting: tim@bettermentco.com.au / IG: @betterment_consultingMongrels Men: https://mongrelsmen.comย / IG & Facebook: @mongrelsmenThanks to Skye Wealth for supporting our Thursday show! Connect with the team hereWe hate email spam so we donโ€™t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here.Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs.this is money & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services licence 451289.
  • 724 money tips for the cost of living crisis

    01:14:25
    It's tough out there! Let's look at what we can control. Glen and Financially Fierce host, Jessica Brady share some strategies for navigating money and life during tough times. Pre-Order ๐Ÿ“˜ The Quick-Start Guide to Investing by Glen James & Nick Bradley ๐Ÿ‘‡Booktopia: https://booktopia.kh4ffx.net/6eYGeKAmazon: https://amzn.to/3QNNrbvLearn more about Jess's money program, The Greenhouse: https://jessicabrady.com.au/the-greenhouseThanks to Sphere Home Loans for supporting the Tuesday show! Need a mortgage broker? Connect with the team hereWe hate email spam so we donโ€™t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here.Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs.this is money & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services licence 451289.
  • small business financials with fractional CFO Anthea Austin (P&Ls, balance sheets, cashflow, planning + more)

    48:47
    Managing your business finances doesn't have to be stressful with the right team in your corner! In fact, looking at your numbers can help you hit your financial and growth goals faster. In today's episode Glen chats with Anthea Austin from Clear Margin Consulting about:๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿพ how to setup your finances๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿฟ the key things you need to know when it comes to your numbers๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿป the different between your profit and loss vs balance sheet๐Ÿ‘‰ how these documents help you understand where your money's going๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿผ setting aside cash for tax๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿฝ debt in business๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿพ having a cashflow plan for tougher times๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿป keeping an emergency fundAnthea's website: https://www.clearmarginconsulting.comWe hate email spam so we donโ€™t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here.
  • 723b the best money system & how to work smarter, not harder with Effie Zahos

    54:38
    In today's episode Glen talks with one of Australia's leading personal finance commentators, Effie Zahos. From being a regular money expert on The Today Show, Editor-at-Large of Canstar, Chief Content Officer at InvestSmart and more, Effie has built a career around helping people make the most of their money. In today's chat she shares where this passion comes from along with her own personal money story. Effie also shares her personal budgeting style and how she navigates money with her partner along with some tips on how to make your money go further.Thanks to Skye Wealth for supporting our Thursday show! Connect with the team hereWe hate email spam so we donโ€™t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here.Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs.this is money & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services licence 451289.
  • 723 paying for stuff while travelling, graduating from being a beginner investor, self employment & super + more

    01:01:40
    In today's Q&A, Glen and Jess Brady who hosts our podcast Financially Fierce chat about:๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿพ the best ways to travel with money abroad๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿฟ travel insurance๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿป the right time to 'upgrade' from a micro-investment platform๐Ÿ‘‰ contributing to super as a sole trader๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿผ and how to make extra contributions to superPre-Order ๐Ÿ“˜ The Quick-Start Guide to Investing by Glen James & Nick Bradley ๐Ÿ‘‡Booktopia: https://booktopia.kh4ffx.net/6eYGeKAmazon: https://amzn.to/3QNNrbvThanks to Sphere Home Loans for supporting the Tuesday show! Need a mortgage broker? Connect with the team hereWe hate email spam so we donโ€™t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here.Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs.this is money & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services licence 451289.
  • apps and tools we use in our biz (tech stack deep dive with Kayla Malss)

    01:40:01
    In today's business episode Glen and special guest Kayla Malss share all the tech tools they use within their businesses to manage invoicing, comms, project management, file storage, creative work and more!Check out ConvertKit: https://bit.ly/3Vhv4y6We hate email spam so we donโ€™t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here.
  • 722b mms: rebuilding after separation, single parenting & reconnecting with an ex

    51:43
    In today's episode Glen chats with Eleanor from Townsville who shares how she's navigated her money, career and life through a relationship breakdown and reconciliation. Thank you Eleanor for sharing your story so openly!Thanks to Skye Wealth for supporting our Thursday show! Connect with the team hereWe hate email spam so we donโ€™t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here.Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs.SYMO interactive Pty Ltd trading as this is money & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services licence 451289.