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The Emergency Fund Lab
We kick off by separating true emergencies from life’s everyday annoyances. Listeners will craft a personal emergency definition so future decisions become crystal-clear.
Episodes
Know Your “Why” — Defining Real Emergencies
We kick off by separating true emergencies from life’s everyday annoyances. Listeners will craft a personal emergency definition so future decisions b...
Your Safety Net Number — Quick Calculation Method
Listeners calculate a custom dollar goal using a simple, back-of-the-envelope formula they can finish during their commute.
$500 First — Building a Mini-Goal Roadmap
We shrink the mountain into the first foothold: the initial $500. Listeners map a milestone timeline that keeps motivation high.
Micro-Savings Hacks — Finding Hidden Cash Fast
We go treasure-hunting inside everyday spending to uncover quick wins that fuel the first milestone without lifestyle pain.
Expense Triage — Cut Costs Without Feeling Deprived
Learn a color-coded method to prioritize spending cuts so motivation stays intact.
Automate & Forget — Setting Up Your Fund Engine
Automation removes willpower from saving. We script transfers so the fund grows while you sleep.
Parking Your Cash — Best Low-Stress Accounts
Where you store the fund matters. We compare high-yield savings, money market, and cash management accounts in plain English.
Rules of the Road — When to Use and Refill the Fund
Create guardrails that prevent regret spending and nail the refill process after an emergency hits.
Bounce Back Better — Rebuilding After a Setback
Learn the step-by-step playbook to emotionally and financially recover when life forces you to tap the fund.
Future-Proofing — Adjusting Your Fund as Life Shifts
Wrap up Season 1 by learning how to resize and re-strategize your fund for job changes, inflation, and new responsibilities.
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