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
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.
Friday Feb 21, 2025
Friday Feb 21, 2025
Working in finance on Black Monday (the largest single-day stock market decline in U.S. history) will definitely shape the way you think about money. That's the story of Jacquette Timmons, a financial behaviorist and coach who helps her clients navigate their finances with a focus on the emotional side of money. In this episode, listen in to the first half of my conversation with Jacquette, as we discuss financial independence, entrepreneurship, and how to think about your money and your goals. Head to rhothomas.com/248 for the full episode show notes.
Friday Feb 14, 2025
Friday Feb 14, 2025
My client Charity was making good money but felt like she should have more. She thought the answer was to get a higher-paying, more stressful job. But during our work together, she found that she just needed to manage the money she already makes differently. In this episode, listen in as Charity and I chat about our work together, what she's been able to accomplish, and how she's feeling about her finances now. Head to https://www.rhothomas.com/247 for the full episode show notes.
Friday Feb 07, 2025
Friday Feb 07, 2025
Too many lawyers struggle with their personal finances. But lawyers are in the perfect position to create financial stability and build wealth. It just takes the right steps. In this episode, let’s talk about the keys to financial success for lawyers with actionable insights that will transform the way you approach your money. Head to rhothomas.com/246 for the full episode show notes.