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B”H Happy Lag B’Omer! I’m getting a bit kabbalistic on you today. I mean it IS Lag B’Omer 🔥. But, what I’m about to share is also practical. Cuz you guys know we’re all profound and practical around here. Oh, it’s called Judaism – profound and practical. Ok but it’s going to be a little …

B”H This week on Ask Yael: Do kids have to give maaser (tithes) from their “babysitting money”? And how can we square this maaser business when the Jewish schools take so much of our 90% in tuition? To subscribe for Yael’s weekly Ladies Bitachon class, head over to yaeltrusch.com/bitachon. To subscribe for Yael’s weekly email …

B”H Today, I’m in conversation with Dr. Jonathan Donath, the President and co-founder of Daily Giving. Started in 2019, Daily Giving is an online platform that enables every Jew to easily give charity daily, while it disburses those funds to deserving Jewish non-profit organizations around the world on a daily basis. To date, there are …

B”H We’re going deep today, deep into what is money, or more accurately what is the why – the real purpose of money. This episode is sure to shift your mindset about money. I’m in conversation with the illustrious Rabbi YY Jacobson. Rabbi YY Jacobson is one of the most sought after speakers in the …

B”H You’re about to get some pretty wise advice from Cost Segregation King, Yonah Weiss. Not only is he the king of cost segregation, but also the Host of the podcast, Weiss Advice. But this episode is about more than just about cost segregation and how it can save real estate investors hundreds of thousands …

B”H This episode is brought to you by Toveedo, the Jewish video streaming app that will make kids and parents happy. Get 15% off your Toveedo subscription with code JMM at toveedo.com. How does your attachment style impact your romantic relationships and your relationship with money? We’re exploring attachment styles with NYC psychotherapist Marc Sholes. …

B”H In this episode of Ask Yael Friday, Yael answers listeners who want to know what happened with the bank runs of SVB and Signature Bank, and what they should be doing about it. Also, what to do when a podcast interview fails. Should it be aired? Finally, isn’t tithing or maaser a Christian thing? …

B”H This episode is sponsored by Toveedo, the Jewish movie streaming app for kids that makes both parents and kids happy. Get 15% off your Toveedo subscription using the code JMM at toveedo.com You’re about to hear from David Sacks, who is sharing practical and spiritual insights on all things money and making a money, …

B”H In this episode, I share 6 “Unconventional Lessons in Public Speaking” that I’ve learned from experience being on stage. Tune in cuz this is the stuff you won’t get in the books on crafting and delivering your best speech. There’s a good through line in all of them. See if you catch it!    …

B”H This week on Ask Yael Friday, Yael answers: Should I rollover a defined benefit pension plan from a previous employer into an IRA? Public speaking is fulfilling, but preparing is so hard. The effort makes me think that perhaps G-d doesn’t want me to do it… Should I just stick to my other services? …

B”H   Today, I’m in conversation with my very good friend, Alex Kaplan, talking all about purchasing our first home. Alex shares her story of closing on her first property in Los Angeles after spending over a decade looking to buy in that market. But, how did she come to close on a property and …

B”H In this episode, Yael shares a powerful story that might unlock for you the secret to happiness and perhaps even to wealth. This is a true story from the life of Mr. Sami Rohr, obm. You can learn more about his life and legacy right here. Credit goes to dear friend Margie Szerer of livealittlehigher.com for …

B”H My guest on Jewish Money Matters Podcast, Ashley Stahl, is a counterterrorism professional turned career coach, international bestselling author, and Fortune 500 spokesperson. Her book is You Turn: Get Unstuck, Discover Your Direction, Design Your Dream Career. With more than 7 million views, her TEDx talk on intuition and fulfillment is ranked amongst the …

B”H Today on the Jewish Money Matters Podcast “Ask Yael” episode, Yael answers the following questions: Do I get a job or invest in myself or a new business? Is there a platform where I can see all my investments? Should I be investing in stocks that provide a dividend? You may also like | …

B”H Today we are taking a more macro look at our finances. We’re addressing the American Dream, and the idea of “bootstrapping,” with Economic Journalist Alissa Quart. Alissa has covered economic hardship in much of her acclaimed work, including her last book Squeezed: Why Our Families Can’t Afford America, and her upcoming book Bootstrapped: Liberating …

B”H In this episode of Ask Yael on Jewish Money Matters Podcast, Yael answers the following question: “Should a woman solely rely on her husband earning a living while she is a homemaker?” You may also like | Puede que también te gusteTu B’Shvat and Me213: Ask YaelThe Miracle of Oil || El milagro del …

B”H Today on Jewish Money Matters Podcast, the conversation challenges us to rethink how we view our time, unpaid domestic labor, and more. New York Times Best Selling Author Eve Rodsky is on the show. Eve is the author of Fair Play, a gamified life-management system that helps partners rebalance their domestic workload and reimagine …

B”H Ever wondered if you’re in the right career field? Is there something that you’d rather be doing with your life, but you just can’t figure out what? Maybe it’s time to consult with a career coach, a good one, that is. I’m in conversation today with Career Coach, Shaina Keren talking about the horror …

B”H In this episode of Ask Yael, Yael sits with Author and Retirement Expert, Emily Guy Birken to answer all your Retirement related questions in a surprisingly light, refreshing and entertaining episode that you don’t want to miss. Retirement planning might not be so dreadful and scary after all! Check out Emily’s work at emilyguybirken.com …

B”H Saul Blinkoff achieved his childhood dream to become a Disney animator through an insane amount of work. Except, that’s a simple way of putting it, because as you’ll soon hear, it’s not just an insane amount of work, it’s so much more… it’s an attitude, a perspective… Saul shares how he got to become …

B”H In this Minisode, Yael will make you aware of how much undue power we might be giving money. You may also like | Puede que también te gusteWhy Worry?Welcome and Thank You || Bienvenidas y GraciasA decluttering literary surprise || Una sorpresa literaria entre la resacaEpisode 31: Wendy Sachs, Author of Fearless & Free279: …

B”H Today on Jewish Money Matters Podcast, I’m in conversation with Jon Hilsenrath, author of the new book Yellen: The Trailblazing Economist Who Navigated an Era of Upheaval. As Treasury Secretary, former Federal Reserve Chairwoman and Chair of the White House Council of Economic Advisers, Janet Yellen was one the most powerful women in American …

B”H Today on Jewish Money Matters, Yael answers: How do I help my parents financially without jeopardizing building my “opportunity fund”? Are credit card consolidation companies a good idea? Why or why not? You may also like | Puede que también te guste¡Rifa de bisutería por ChenZ Designs!Chocolate Mousse Surprise || Mousse de Chocolate (Sorpresa)Oferta …

B”H Ever done an end of the year business audit? Sounds scary? In this episode Yael approaches it much like a Money Date – a Business Money Date. You’ll get the what, the why and the how to start a practice of both regular business money dates as well as a deeper once a year …

B”H In today’s minisode, Yael speaks about the real reason that we are in business, as well as the difference between a business and a hobby. Getting the “I” out of the way will help us have a thriving business. Tune in to find out more.  You may also like | Puede que también te …

B”H Happy Chanukah!   In this week’s Ask Yael, Yael answer’s questions on how to address a lifestyle creep. Listener says they’re making a lot more money, but the expenses are growing as well and they are not saving? How do we address it? Also, is whole life insurance a good option? “Financial Advisor” says it …

B”H Jeremy Schneider, retired at 36 after having sold his company for over $5 million dollars. Is he retired? He’s definitely keeping busy educating people on personal finance. He founded Personal Finance Club, where he helps others learn solid principles in personal finance. Like Jeremy and I discuss today, there’s nothing too exciting about the …

B”H Real estate, as my guest today suggests, is still some sort of boys’ club. Fortunately, we have women like Atara Twersky helping change that. Atara is on a mission to help professional women understand Real Estate as an asset class, and helping them invest, so that they can spend time doing the things they …

B”H Today, instead of answering listener’s questions, I will take a break from the mic, and rest my voice as I’m getting ready for my 5 Day Free Retreat, I’m Ready- Discover Jewish Money Secrets That Will Make You Richer. You can register for that event at yaeltrusch.com/retreat. And so, instead of listener questions, I …

B”H Ok, so I recently was in a panel about marriage and money and had a chance to address a question on guilt, which maybe just maybe you’ve faced, so I want to make sure you hear this. The question came from a woman whose husband did very well financially during COVID, but shortly after …

B”H On this episode, I speak all about Bringing Bitachon (Trust) Into Your Business. Whether you’re in business or not, believe me, I think you will gain something from this. What you’re about to hear was my presentation at the wonderful Frum Service Providers’ In Business Summit, hosted by Temima Gass.  Temima Gass is the …

B”H In this episode of Ask Yael: The Gate of Trust instructs us not to be like those who ask G-d for collateral.  Does this fit in with saving for our short term and long term goals? Yael gives some more details on the benefits of a custodial Roth IRA, benefits over a custodial traditional …

B”H Edmund Safra was considered by many the greatest banker of the second half of the twentieth century. Despite his public achievements building a global financial empire, Safra remained a very private man and to many, a mystery. Why? You’ll soon hear from my guest today, Daniel Gross, who masterfully reconstructed Safra’s life in a …

B”H This week, Yael answers listeners’ questions about: Rolling over a 401K plan? The impact of kids’ and parents’ investment accounts on college financial aid?  Should a listener continue investing in her 401k if she has access to an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)? You may also like | Puede que también te gusteDina Hurwitz: …

B”H My guest today grew up with the feeling that nothing is too big for her.  Today Chany is the CEO of Cavalry Associates, a design and expediting firm with in-house Architects, Engineers, and expeditors that specialize in obtaining all approvals and permits for NYC construction projects which has very rapidly become an industry leader. …

B”H How should we make financial and business decisions? My guest, basketball superstar Tamir Goodman shares some of what’s helped him, not just with regards to money and business, but in basketball and in life.   Tamir was dubbed the Jewish Jordan by Sports Illustrated in 1999. He’s a former professional basketball player and current …

B”H Do we have to give maaser on our unrealized investment gains? How do we account for products and services donated? Is that part of maaser? How to prioritize retirement investments from other investments? The article referenced is How to Give Maaser: Ultimate Investment. ODEO Academy starts November 6th, and you can get $100 using …

B”H My guest today is Ari Shonbrun. Of the 662 Cantor Fitzgerald employees at work in the upper floors of the World Trade Center on September 11th of 2001, only three survived. My guest is one of them. Mr. Schonbrun is a renowned inspirational speaker, and the author of Miracles & Fate on 78. He …

B”H Today on Ask Yael, Yael answers listeners’ questions on: Allocating business revenue, and where does the maaser – tithing – come in? How to invest for retirement vs short term goals, if you already have a savings cushion? Entrepreneurs be discouraged from raising their prices… What should they do? And if you’re thinking of …

B”H Ever thought of starting a career in digital marketing? This show’s definitely for you. But, even if digital marketing is not your jam, stay with me because you’ll find this conversation incredibly uplifting and refreshing. I mean, I love a conversation where divine providence comes up over and over again, especially when it’s a …

B”H We all know Tishrei demands a financial investment. In a year where costs are higher and income might be lower, we might feel the financial pressure of the demands of the High Holiday season even more. How do we put this all into perspective? How can we approach this so we are not consumed …

B”H What is reasonable to spend during the Tishrei Holiday Season? How can I save and give chomesh, or 20% of after-tax income?  These questions, answered, along with a message of inspiration for your Yom Kippur and Sukkot season in this episode of Ask Yael. You may also like | Puede que también te guste237: …

B”H In this minisode, Yael addresses a Rosh Hashana paradox: How can we crown the King, completely surrender to Him and at the same time show up and ask for our physical needs – like our money!? The story of Chana, read in the haftarah of Rosh Hashana, explains this dilemma and teaches us an …

B”H Today we’re getting ready for Rosh Hashana with the amazing Rabbi Simon Jacobson, one of the most renowned Jewish scholars and speakers in the world. Rabbi Jacobson has lectured to diverse audiences on six continents and in forty states on psycho-spiritual issues and applying Jewish thought to contemporary life. His voice is rooted in …

B”H This week Yael answers: How much financial responsibility to give a college aged child? How to help them through that transition, especially when managing their UTMA account? Should I buy a whole life insurance policy for my children as a way to build their wealth? When should I start investing for my child’s college …

B”H Are you feeling sluggish, got brain fog, your stomach doesn’t feel right, your skin breaks out, something’s just feeling off? Well, you might want to learn how to better discern what you’re putting on your plate – your plate of food and of everything else. From the food you eat, the amount you sleep …

B”H Want to know what to do about the taxes you need to pay on your dividend earnings? Yael tackles a lot of that today, as well as suggestions on how to shift from a side-hustle mentality and operations to more of a CEO. You may also like | Puede que también te gusteWednesday Wink …

B”H This minisode is fully dedicated to the topic of rejecting or embracing abundance? Asking for it? Should we. Yael tells the story of Rabbi Chanina Ben Dosa and the golden table leg and shares a beautiful interpretation and anecdotes from Jewish life that will surely leavely you comfortable with asking for wealth!  You may …

B”H Are you naturally organized? My guest today says you don’t have to be. It’s a learned skill and when you learn it, you will become more flexible, you’ll be able to spend time and energy doing what you enjoy the most, and you’ll even serve G-d better.  My guest is Rebekah Saltzman, Professional Organizer …

B”H This week on Ask Yael, Yael answers a question on how to prioritize our giving, as well as the proper way to give to another according to Judaism. She tackles budgeting, and earning more money, with a good combination of practical and spiritual tools. Feeling like earning more is impossible? Hear what Yael has …

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Welcome to Jewish Money Matters Podcast, hosted by Yael Trusch, MBA, International Speaker. This is the podcast where Jewish wisdom & spirituality meet your money and your business.

Jewish Money Matters brings weekly candid conversations about money designed for you to gain practical and spiritual tools to break free from the shackles of financial worry, and design the joyful, rich life that your soul desires. Plus, every Friday Yael tackles your biggest questions about money and life, on #AskYael.

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