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Melanie Lockert on Student loans, debt, suicide, blogging

Melanie Lockert on Student loans, debt, suicide, blogging

FromChain of Wealth - Debt, Investing, Entrepreneurship, Wealth & More


Melanie Lockert on Student loans, debt, suicide, blogging

FromChain of Wealth - Debt, Investing, Entrepreneurship, Wealth & More

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Length:
24 minutes
Released:
Nov 10, 2017
Format:
Podcast episode

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Original show notes: Melanie Lockert on Student loans, debt, suicide, blogging   Today we have one of our favorite bloggers on the show- A theatre student turned professional blogger, Melanie Lockhart and her blog is called Dear Debt. On her blog, she writes some personal thoughts but she also invites others to write break-up letters with debt; something that most find liberating and esteem-building and liberating. Welcome Melanie. [0:51] question Please tell us some more about yourself. $81,000 in student loan debt In 2011 couldn’t find a job   [3:53] question If you could go back and tell your 18- year old self anything, what would it be? Don’t go to a private school Too big of a bill   [4:36] question On your page, I read that people who die by suicide are 8 times more likely to be in debt. Can you explain a little bit more about maybe some warning signs to be on the look-out for? And some resources to help people? Kept getting suicide surge traffic Debt is not a death sentence- you are worth more than your debt National Suicide Prevention Hotline: Text 741741 Don’t be afraid to ask for help   [9:06] question You could create a blog on any topic, why choose debt? Obsessed with my debt Blog was accountability   [10:14] question What are some of the most interesting or inspiring debt stories that you have had on your blog from people? Some are funny Some are heartbreaking Creates a community for support   [11:52] question How often do you publish people’s stories? com à contact page   [12:10] question You said that you normally have about 6 or 7 side hustles going on- what have you done? Writer Editor Pet sitter Event assistant Social media marketer Brand ambassador Mother’s helper   [13:46] question You are also a freelance writer- how did you get started on that? Started blogging Networking with other bloggers   Value link round: [17:06] question Why do you think people fail at reaching their goals? Mindset Money limitations Lack of risk taking Excuses   [20:18] question What books or other podcasts do you recommend to our listeners? Podcast: Martinis and your money Books: Think and Grow Rich & Your money or your life   [21:03] question Best advice someone has ever given you? Be consistent   [21:52] question What’s your favorite quote? I did not get this far, just to get this far   [22:35] question How can people get in touch with you? Website: deardebt.com Twitter: @deardebtblog Book: Dear Debt: A story about breaking up with debt   [22:52] question What is some last advice for listeners before we go? All of this is a journey, you don’t have to do everything perfectly Support this podcast at — https://app.redcircle.com/shows/11f32da4-3081-471f-bf51-ea341b89ab1d/tip
Released:
Nov 10, 2017
Format:
Podcast episode

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Denis and Katie interview inspiring people on topics around debt, wealth, investing, financing and more. Building wealth is a fundamental principle where there is not enough knowledge - follow them on their journey to pay back all Katie's debt and learn from the masters themselves! Episodes Monday & Thursday, which are perfect for your commute, teach you actionable ways to build your financial life and achieve your dreams. During the episodes, we touch on questions that unlock thought leaders' secrets. Right after that we jump right into the value link round, where we get their take on why people fail, some of the best books or podcasts they recommend and much more!Support this podcast at — https://app.redcircle.com/shows/11f32da4-3081-471f-bf51-ea341b89ab1d/tip