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Staying in the Black
Ms. Black
Stay in the Black is dedicated helping teachers get their money straight and live their fullest life on a public servant salary Are you a teacher living check to check? Are you worried about your student loans? Can you afford to purchase a home? Can you afford to have children or send them to college? In this podcast we will cover pensions, student loans, side hustles and ways to maximize …
Episodes
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Staying in the Black · Jun 13, 2025
Birthday Trip!
Ms. Black shares some of the financial decisions regarding her 50th Birthday celebration. The episode was recorded in Morocco. Listen and start planning your next celebration. Ms. Black, the host of Staying in the …
21:12Staying in the Black · Jun 6, 2025
Money lesson for Young Adult Child
In this episode, Ms. Black talks about teaching young adult children intentional money lessons. Ms. Black, the host of Staying in the Black, is a single mom, homeowner, and public-school educator in NYC. She …
25:29Staying in the Black · May 30, 2025
Preparing for a Recession
In this episode, Ms. Black talks about steps to take in a recession. Although she does not believe in causing financial fear she's received several calls about recession concerns and decided to record an …
16:16Staying in the Black · May 23, 2025
Book Review: Feel Good Finance by
In this episode, Ms. Black reviews Feel Good Finance by Aja Evans. This book has the most impact on Ms. Black current practice. She has even purchased a hard copy of the book. Ms. …
38:13Staying in the Black · May 16, 2025
Boycott!
In this episode, Ms. Black shares why you should be intentional about where you spend your money and she is participating in a boycott. Ms. Black, the host of Staying in the Black, is …
20:45Staying in the Black · May 2, 2025
Book Review: Money Out Loud by Berna Anat
In this episode, Ms. Black reviews Money Out Loud: All the Financial Stuff No One Taught Us by Berna Anat. Book reviewed Money Out Loud by Berna Anat Other Books Mentioned Girl, Get Your …
21:22Staying in the Black · Apr 25, 2025
Celebrating Financial Wins
In this episode, Ms Black discusses the importance of celebrating all financial wins, She shared how to schedule in you celebrations for saving and debt reduction. Celebration Steps Set the goalIdentify check-ins (weekly, monthly, …
19:58Staying in the Black · Apr 18, 2025
Runway to Entrepreneurship Q1 2025
In this episode Ms. Black updates you on her Runway to Entrepreneurship. Ms. Black, the host of Staying in the Black, is a single mom, homeowner, and public-school educator in NYC. She owns two …
16:18Staying in the Black · Apr 11, 2025
Runway to Retirement Q1 2025
In this episode Ms. Black gives a update on Runway to Retirement. Ms. Black, the host of Staying in the Black, is a single mom, homeowner, and public-school educator in NYC. She owns two …
26:07Staying in the Black · Apr 4, 2025
FinLit Month/ 8 Keys for Financial Empowerment
This episode kicks-off Financial Literacy Month! Ms. Black reviews the 8 Keys for Financial Empowerment Budgeting-tracking your spending allows you to see where your money is going and identify areas where you can save …
29:27Staying in the Black · Mar 28, 2025
Book review: Happy Mind, Happy Life by Dr. Ragan Chatterjee
In this episode, Ms. Black reviews Happy Mind, Happy Life by Dr. Ragan Chatterjee. This book provides you the research behind happiness and exercises to improve your happiness. Book: Happy Mind, Happy Life: The …
33:13Staying in the Black · Mar 21, 2025
What is Wealth?
In this episode Ms. Black discusses the definition of wealth and the importance of defining it for yourself. She shared a newsletter on Substack How to be Rich by Andrew Lokenauth including the steps …
29:14Staying in the Black · Mar 14, 2025
Book Review: Happy Spending: The Science of Happier Spending by Dunn & Norton
In this episode, Ms. Black reviews the book, Happy Spending: The Science of Happier Spending by Elizabeth Dunn & Michael Norton. Here are the principles: Buy ExperiencesMake It a TreatBuy TimePay now, Consume LaterInvest …
28:01Staying in the Black · Mar 7, 2025
Making the Retirement Decision
In this episode Ms. Black talks about deciding to retire. Her client that discover that they would earn more in retirement than they are making working decided to now! Ms. Black shares how her …
18:56Staying in the Black · Feb 21, 2025
Teaching Financial Literacy
In this episode, Ms. Black speaks about teaching financial literacy to students and provides resources. Next Generation Personal Financer: https://www.ngpf.org/ FDIC Money Smart for Young People: https://www.fdic.gov/consumer-resource-center/money-smart-young-people Pockets Change: https://www.pocketschange.com/ Ms. Black, the host …
21:20Staying in the Black · Feb 14, 2025
Joining the (Credit Card) Points Game!
In this episode Ms. Black share how and why she'd joined the credit points game, the pros, cons, and challenges of the points game. Ms. Black, the host of Staying in the Black, is …
24:38Staying in the Black · Feb 7, 2025
Personal Finance is Personal
In this episode, Ms. Black speak about personal finance is personal. She shares how everyone financial journey is unique and the purpose the podcast is to she her journey so that you can learn …
24:28Staying in the Black · Jan 31, 2025
How Doing the Math Can Eliminate F.E.A.R!
In this episode, Ms. Black share the story of one her clients and their F.E.A.R. of retiring. Once they did the clients retirement math they discovered they would make more money in retirement! F-False …
22:20Staying in the Black · Jan 24, 2025
Runway to Entrepreneurship 2024 Q4
In this episode Ms. Black gives a update on Runway to Entrepreneurship. Ms. Black, the host of Staying in the Black, is a single mom, homeowner, and public-school educator in NYC. She owns two …
15:42Staying in the Black · Jan 17, 2025
Runway to Retirement 2024 Q4
In this episode Ms. Black gives a update on Runway to Retirement. Ms. Black, the host of Staying in the Black, is a single mom, homeowner, and public-school educator in NYC. She owns two …
33:42Staying in the Black · Jan 10, 2025
Happy New Year, I'm Back
After a seven month hiatus Ms. Black is back! She shares what she's been up to and why she's been missing in action. Ms. Black is excited to get back to podcasting, sharing personal …
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Staying in the Black · May 17, 2024
What happens when your car is totaled?
In this episode Ms, Black talks about the her car being totaled. She shares the whole process from police report to find a new - new-to-her (used) car. Ms. Black, the host of Staying …
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Staying in the Black · Apr 17, 2024
Book Review: Tiny Habits by BJ Fogg
In this episode Ms, Black reviews Tiny Habits by BJ Fogg. after reading Power of a Habit and Atomic Habits I think I found the book that helped me establish new habits or break …
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Staying in the Black · Mar 6, 2024
Are your memberships worth it?
In this episode Ms. Black evaluates the value of her professional and social memberships. Ask yourself the following questions to evaluate your memberships: Is the membership necessary/meaning to your life (work/networking)?Do you utilized the …
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Staying in the Black · Mar 1, 2024
Make sure you monitor your financial accounts
In this episode Ms. Black share how she's lost thousands of dollars in interest because she did not monitor the interest on her high yield savings account (HSYA). The lesson learned is to not …
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Staying in the Black · Feb 24, 2024
Be Intentional with Your Raises
In this NYC episode Ms. Black discusses the raises that principals and managers received and the importance of being intentional about how you allocate your increase income. Consider your options, increase your retirement saving, …
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Staying in the Black · Feb 17, 2024
Runway to Entrepreneurship 2023 Q4
In this episode Ms. Black updates you on her Runway to Entrepreneurship. Ms. Black, the host of Staying in the Black, is a single mom, homeowner, and public-school educator in NYC. She owns two …
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Staying in the Black · Feb 2, 2024
Runway to Retirement 2023 Q4
In this episode Ms. Black shares her 2023, 4th Quarter retirement account numbers. She shares two books that support her with her retirement mindset. Listen to her book reviews below. Book Review: It's Not …
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Staying in the Black · Feb 2, 2024
I Met with Two Certified Financial Planners (CFP)
Ms. Black wants to know if she can afford to retire early so she consulted with two Certified Financial Planners (CFP). In this episode Ms. Black shares her experiences meeting with 2 CFPs. Find …
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Staying in the Black · Jan 19, 2024
Exploring side hustles and next chapter options
In this episode Ms. Black discuss the importance of exploring side hustles and next chapter options. You may be interested in starting a side hustle or have an idea of what you want to …
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