Fulfilling a Dream – Speaking at FINCON!

This week I received an email that told me I fulfilled a professional goal – I found out that one of the panel proposals I submitted was accepted. We’re speaking at FINCON 15!

I’m a huge fan of the conference Phil has created and grown so to have this be my first public speaking gig is fantastic.

What makes this opportunity even sweeter is the supportive and knowledgeable bloggers that will be on the panel. We all are excited to be a part of this conference and want to help others any way that we can.

I want to say thank you to everyone who helped me and that especially includes all of you who are reading this site and/or listing to the podcast. THANK YOU!

Couple Money Around the Web

Besides writing here, I also run the Couple Money Podcast, contribute to other personal finance sites, and occasionally interviews. Here are few things I’ve been busy with:

• How to Save for Vacation: With the season, many people are thinking about getaways. If you want to go on a summer vacation, but don’t have the money now, I have some tips to get you ready.
• Essential Guide to Getting Started with IRAs: Learn how easy it is to start investing with an IRA. This episode we go over how you can set up your account and choose the right investments for your situation.

Money and More Posts I Loved This Week

I found a few gems about managing your money this week that I wanted to pass on.

• Pros and Cons of Doing a “Spending Diet” ( Why It Worked for Me) on L Bee and the Money Tree-> I loved how Lauren explains that understanding yourself and what motivates you can help you achieve your goals, whether financial or not.
• Debt Free in 24 Hours on Principles of Increase-> Need a boost to get you motivated so you can finally get rid of your debt? Check out Aja’s new book.
• 5 Ways I Save Money That Most People Don’t Try -> Michael shares some unconventional ways he saves. Happy to find out we both use Republic Wireless It’s a fantastic way to slash your phone bill!
• How to Throw a $5,000 Wedding on Kiplinger’s -> If you’re planning your big day, you have to check this post out. The tips in here can help you save and make sure you get the biggest bang for your buck with your wedding budget.
• Replace Worry with Action on Better Conversations on Money and Marriage -> Derek and Carrie has a wonderful show about how you can push out worry and take action with your biggest money issues.

Let me know which one was your favorite I hope you and your family have a wonderful weekend!