Episode 345

Financial Habits for Wealth Building and Financial Freedom

Published on: 16th September, 2025

Lisa Drennon unpacks the core financial habits that help women build wealth with confidence: create a simple financial plan, give every dollar a job, pay yourself first, and practice mindful spending. Through relatable stories and practical steps, you’ll shift your money mindset and make progress toward financial freedom—without a restrictive budget.

Key Takeaways

  • Habits separate wealth-builders from strugglers.
  • A clear, values-based financial plan guides decisions.
  • Assign every dollar a job to control spending.
  • Pay yourself first to stay financially healthy.
  • Use the Seven-Day Rule for mindful spending.
  • Small, consistent shifts compound over time.
  • Enjoy life and save—both can be true.
  • Prioritize your pay before expenses.
  • Choose a spending plan, not punishment budgeting.
  • Reallocate funds to speed up your goals.

Quote

“Pay yourself first, always.”

Chapters

00:00 Intro to Financial Habits

01:21 The Importance of a Financial Plan

03:09 Giving Every Dollar a Job

04:51 Paying Yourself First

06:07 The Seven-Day Rule & Mindful Spending

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I Date Money
Rebuild financial stability after divorce—rewrite your money story with clarity and confidence.
Welcome to iDateMoney®, the podcast where divorced mompreneurs learn how to rebuild financial stability after divorce without spreadsheets, shame, or second-guessing every decision.

Hosted by Lisa Drennon—Wealth Activator, money strategist, and creator of the Money Multiplier System— this show is where clarity meets confidence.

Each week, Lisa shares raw stories, practical strategies, and spiritual insights to help you:

Release fear and guilt around money so you feel safe spending again.

Create steady income and financial security—even if your business feels unpredictable.

Confidently pay yourself, cover taxes, and provide stability for your kids.

Rewrite your money story so you can step into your role as a secure, empowered mom.

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Lisa Drennon

Lisa Drennon, Wealth Activator & founder of iDateMoney® has been in the finance & insurance industry since 1987. Her unconventional Money Multiplier System transformed her money relationship to become a self-made millionaire, retire 2 ½ years early, pay $100K of debt in 6 months, & relocate to her beachfront dream home.