He knows money. She studies happiness. Together, experts Brian Ford and Bright Dickson discuss ways to grow your financial confidence and live happier. Tune in to each episode as they explore the connection between your finances and well-being, offering practical advice and inspiration for rethinking your relationship to money. Bright Dickson, Happiness expert. Bright Dickson is a teacher and student of positive psychology with experience in resiliency, leadership, and group dynamics. On the Truist culture team, she works with people to increase optimism, connection, and performance through greater awareness. She earned a B.A. from Columbia University and a master’s of applied positive psychology from the University of Pennsylvania. Brian Ford, Financial expert. Brian Ford is the Head of Financial Wellness at Truist and the author of the book “The 8 Pillars of Financial Greatness.” As a financial expert and teacher, he aims to bring simplicity and ease to financial education. Brian has dual bachelor’s degrees in business management and marriage, family, and human development from Brigham Young University, as well as a master’s degree in personal finance. As a financial coach, Brian helps people and businesses reach their financial goals and achieve their dreams.
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November 28, 2024Episode 4627 min
Rebalance your portfolio and your priorities
In this episode of Money and Mindset With Bright and Brian, our hosts discuss the benefits of rebalancing your financial portfolio and your priorities. They also talk about:• Why portfolio diversification is important• How to use a Life Wheel tool to help identify priorities in your life• Why rebalancing can lead to greater peace of mind and well-beingIf you enjoyed this episode, please:• Leave us a rating or review on your favorite podcast platform.• Subscribe for future episode alerts.• Share it with someone.
October 31, 2024Episode 4524 min
More joy, less spending with Paula Felps
In this episode of Money and Mindset With Bright and Brian, Paula Felps, award-winning author and host of the popular podcast Live Happy Now, explains some of the benefits of spending less. Paula and our hosts discuss:• The different mindsets between “want” and “need”• Ways to practice gratitude for what you have and where you are in life right now• Ideas for inexpensive or free activities and entertainment If you enjoyed this episode, please: • Leave us a rating or review on your favorite podcast platform. • Subscribe for future episode alerts. • Share it with someone.This content is provided to you for general information purposes only, and does not constitute legal, tax, accounting, financial, investment, or mental health advice. Any views or opinions expressed herein are solely those of the individual guest, and are not the product of, and may differ from the views of Truist. We do not make any warranties as to accuracy or completeness of this information, we do not endorse any third-party companies, products, or services described herein, and take no liability for your use of this information. You are encouraged to consult with competent legal, tax, accounting, financial investment, or mental health professionals based on your specific circumstances.
In this episode of Money and Mindset With Bright and Brian, our hosts talk to Todd Caponi, sales and negotiation expert, to learn why being upfront, honest, and transparent can get you better results. They discuss:• Why successful negotiation is rooted in transparency.• Why a “cards up” approach usually leads to better results.• When it’s okay to back out of a negotiation.If you enjoyed this episode, please: • Leave us a rating or review on your favorite podcast platform. • Subscribe for future episode alerts. • Share it with someone!This content is provided to you for general information purposes only, and does not constitute legal, tax, accounting, financial, investment, or mental health advice. Any views or opinions expressed herein are solely those of the individual guest, and are not the product of, and may differ from the views of Truist. We do not make any warranties as to accuracy or completeness of this information, we do not endorse any third-party companies, products, or services described herein, and take no liability for your use of this information. You are encouraged to consult with competent legal, tax, accounting, financial investment, or mental health professionals based on your specific circumstances.
July 25, 2024Episode 4222 min
Applying the attributes of top athletes to your financial well-being with Jedidiah Collins(Part 2)
In Part 2 of this two-part episode of Money and Mindset With Bright and Brian, our hosts are joined by NFL veteran Jedidiah Collins, who’s a study in determination and reinvention. We’ll talk about how his career as a professional athlete led him to the world of finance. Even if you know nothing about football or sports in general, you’ll be inspired by Jed’s story and success—and you’ll see the ways you can apply his lessons to your life. You’ll learn about:• The importance of failure—and how overcoming it can shape your next act • Defining a pro mindset—how can we apply the qualities of athletes to our money• Financial words of wisdom and suggestions for students and athletesIf you enjoyed this podcast, please: • Leave us a rating or review on your favorite podcast platform. • Subscribe for future episode alerts. • Share it with someone!This content is provided to you for general information purposes only. Any views or opinions expressed herein are solely those of the individual guest, and are not the product of, and may differ from the views of Truist. We do not endorse any third-party companies, products, or services described herein. You are encouraged to consult with competent legal, tax, accounting, financial investment, or mental health professionals based on your specific circumstances.
July 25, 2024Episode 4151 min
Applying the attributes of top athletes to your financial well-being with Jedidiah Collins(Part 1)
In Part 1 of this two-part episode of Money and Mindset With Bright and Brian, our hosts are joined by NFL veteran Jedidiah Collins, who’s a study in determination and reinvention. We’ll talk about how his career as a professional athlete led him to the world of finance. Even if you know nothing about football or sports in general, you’ll be inspired by Jed’s story and success—and you’ll see the ways you can apply his lessons to your life. You’ll learn about:• The importance of failure—and how overcoming it can shape your next act • Defining a pro mindset—how can we apply the qualities of athletes to our money• Financial words of wisdom and suggestions for students and athletesIf you enjoyed this podcast, please: • Leave us a rating or review on your favorite podcast platform. • Subscribe for future episode alerts. • Share it with someone!This content is provided to you for general information purposes only. Any views or opinions expressed herein are solely those of the individual guest, and are not the product of, and may differ from the views of Truist. We do not endorse any third-party companies, products, or services described herein. You are encouraged to consult with competent legal, tax, accounting, financial investment, or mental health professionals based on your specific circumstances.”
June 27, 2024Episode 4033 min
Leadership skills that can help you with work and money (Part 2)
In this episode of Money and Mindset With Bright and Brian, our hosts are joined by Jenni Marsh and Jeremy Spidell of the Truist Leadership Institute. They discuss how fear can impact leaders and provide advice for people taking on new leadership responsibilities and roles. Other topics you’ll learn about: • Examples of inspiring leaders • Tips for becoming more comfortable with delegation• Options for continuing leadership trainingIf you enjoyed this episode, please: • Leave us a rating or review on your favorite podcast platform. • Subscribe for future episode alerts. • Share it with someone!
May 30, 2024Episode 3931 min
Learning the true value of leadership (Part 1)
In this episode of Money and Mindset With Bright and Brian, our hosts are joined by Jenni Marsh and Jeremy Spidell of the Truist Leadership Institute. They discuss the qualities that make a good leader and draw out the connection between leadership and managing your money with confidence, plus:• How becoming a leader may help you make more money. • Why “who you are is how you lead.”• The biases that can keep us from making the right financial decisions.If you enjoyed this episode, please: • Leave us a rating or review on your favorite podcast platform. • Subscribe for future episode alerts. • Share it with someone!
April 25, 2024Episode 3843 min
How to invest for retirement at any age
We all want the option to retire someday. So what steps should we be taking to help ensure we can enjoy a fulfilling retirement? In this episode of Money and Mindset With Bright and Brian, you’ll get retirement savings tips for any age or stage in your career, including:• The best and easiest ways to save money for retirement, including where to save• The power of compound interest and why it’s important to start investing as soon as you can• Simple strategies to help you invest wisely and hit your retirement goalsIf you enjoyed this episode, please: • Leave us a rating or review on your favorite podcast platform. • Subscribe for future episode alerts. • Share it with someone!
March 28, 2024Episode 3737 min
How financial literacy can change your life
In this episode of Money and Mindset With Bright and Brian, our hosts dive into research that shows how financial literacy can help change individual lives and empower whole communities. Plus, you’ll learn what the “loud budgeting” trend can teach you about saving money and why you shouldn’t always trust advice from social media influencers.Finished with the episode and ready to keep growing your financial knowledge? One of the best ways to learn is by doing. Check out these resources: • Use our guide to budgeting to come up with a spending plan that prioritizes what you value most.• Set a savings goal and use our savings goal calculator to help you figure out how you can reach it. • Sign up for our newsletter to get monthly tips and inspiration in your inbox.
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