In 2016, I was a wife, new mom, and junior Biglaw associate with over $670,000 of debt and a negative $342,000 net worth. By the end of 2021, my husband and I had paid off almost $500,000 of that debt (the total of our student loans) and now only have our mortgage remaining. I’ve since left the law to focus on helping lawyers master their mindset and their personal finances and unlock the power that comes with having complete control of their money. In this podcast, I’m giving you the knowledge you need to create more freedom in your life by improving your mindset and managing your money better. Learn more about my work at www.rhothomas.com.
Episodes
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What if you’re wrong? If you believe there’s nothing you can do to change your finances, you’ll never even try to do anything to change your finances. Sometimes that kind of thinking is the only thing holding us back from the results we want. In this episode, let's talk about how a willingness to be wrong can be the key to unlocking new possibilities and achieving your goals. Head to rhothomas.com/258 for the full episode show notes.
Friday Apr 25, 2025
Friday Apr 25, 2025
Davina Frederick is a sought-after business coach for women law firm owners, who is very clear on how to use her money to create the life she wants. Because of her personal experiences, she has a lot of financial wisdom. In this episode, Davina talks about how she and her husband have thought through the financial impact of some of their life decisions, the importance of being clear about what you want in life, and the financial pitfalls she's seen her clients and others encounter. This is part two of a two-part conversation. Head to rhothomas.com/257 for the full episode show notes.
Friday Apr 18, 2025
Friday Apr 18, 2025
From building a thriving firm, giving it up, and building an even more successful one to empowering women law firm owners to create wealth and fulfillment on their own terms, Davina Frederick is a force to be reckoned with. The personal and professional challenges she's faced along her journey have helped her hone in on exactly what's important to her. In this episode, Davina opens up about building her businesses, the personal crises that caused her to reassess the path she was on, and why she will never not manage her own money again. This is part one of a two-part conversation. Head to rhothomas.com/256 for the full episode show notes.
Friday Apr 11, 2025
Friday Apr 11, 2025
Building wealth is painfully simple. But many lawyers are not making the right moves to get there. If you want to build wealth, there are only two things you need to do. In this episode, let's talk about exactly what they are so you can get started on your wealth journey today. Head to rhothomas.com/255 for the full episode show notes.
Friday Apr 04, 2025
Friday Apr 04, 2025
There's a business that's being mismanaged and directly impacts everything that happens with your money. If you don't take the right action, you'll inevitably suffer some negative financial consequences. In this episode, let's talk about what that business is and what you need to do now to protect your money. Head to rhothomas.com/254 for the full episode show notes.
Friday Mar 28, 2025
Friday Mar 28, 2025
It sucks to feel trapped in a situation you no longer want to be in. But too many lawyers find themselves in exactly this place because of golden handcuffs—they make a lot of money and need all of it to maintain their lifestyle. There's a simple solution to break free if you value your freedom, and it's all in how you use your money. In this episode, let's talk about how to use your money more strategically to break the golden handcuffs. Head to rhothomas.com/253 for the full episode show notes. Sign up for the next Money Moves Masterclass at rhothomas.com/moneymoves.
Friday Mar 21, 2025
Friday Mar 21, 2025
Rushing to get out of debt leads many lawyers straight into an even worse financial position. It's one of the most common mistakes I see lawyers make, and it's completely avoidable. In this episode, let's talk about why rushing to get out of debt causes financial problems and what to do instead. Head to rhothomas.com/252 for the full episode show notes.
Friday Mar 14, 2025
Friday Mar 14, 2025
The ideas that we have about what wealth looks like are wrong. The truth is a lot of the "wealth" that we think we see is all an illusion. We've been taught to look for certain markers of wealth, but those markers don't always show what we think they do. In this episode, let's explore the concept of wealth and how to think about the typical markers of wealth. Head to rhothomas.com/251 for the full episode show notes.
Friday Mar 07, 2025
Friday Mar 07, 2025
How much freedom are you giving up simply because you're not viewing your money in the right way? Most people think of their money as a way to pay bills and buy stuff, but what if instead you looked at your money as a way to buy freedom? In this episode, we discuss a different way of looking at money than you may be used to and the practical impacts that changing the way you view your money can have on the amount of freedom you're able to enjoy. Head to rhothomas.com/250 for the full episode show notes.
Friday Feb 28, 2025
Friday Feb 28, 2025
As a financial behaviorist and coach who focuses on the emotional side of money, Jacquette Timmons has some interesting views on personal finance. In this episode, listen in to the second half of my conversation with Jacquette, as we discuss enjoying your money, using debt strategically, and personal lessons from entrepreneurship. Head to rhothomas.com/249 for the full episode show notes.