Aleksandra Medina is back to talk more about Gen Z’s top money questions and tips that can help them move forward financially. This content is provided to you for general information purposes only, and does not constitute legal, tax, accounting, financial, investment, or mental health advice. Any views or opinions expressed herein are solely those of the individual guest, and are not the product of, and may differ from the views of Truist. We do not make any warranties as to accuracy or completeness of this information, we do not endorse any third-party companies, products, or services described herein, and take no liability for your use of this information. You are encouraged to consult with competent legal, tax, accounting, financial investment, or mental health professionals based on your specific circumstances

While navigating her own journey with money as a young New York City transplant, Aleksandra Medina co-founded Frich, a social finance app designed for Gen Z.

Cybersecurity expert Matt Toussain joins the podcast to highlight the top scams that are costing all generations–Gen Z included–money and what you can do to protect yourself.

There’s a lot to know when it comes to investing—especially when you’re just starting out. Here are some of our favorite strategies and steps you can take to help you feel more confident. “Sometimes we feel like our goals, especially retirement, they’re so far off in the distance that we don’t really need to start investing now. But investing takes time. The power of compound interest takes time. And the more time our money has to be in the market, the better our odds are of reaching our goals.” —Brian Ford, Head of Financial Wellness & Co-host, Money and Mindset With Bright and Brian Listen to the episode and let us know what you think: • Leave us a rating or review on your favorite podcast platform. • Subscribe for future episode alerts. • Share it with someone who could use these investing tips. This content is provided to you for general information purposes only, and does not constitute legal, tax, accounting, financial, investment, or mental health advice. Any views or opinions expressed herein are solely those of the individual guest, and are not the product of, and may differ from the views of Truist. We do not make any warranties as to accuracy or completeness of this information, we do not endorse any third-party companies, products, or services described herein, and take no liability for your use of this information. You are encouraged to consult with competent legal, tax, accounting, financial investment, or mental health professionals based on your specific circumstances.

The confidence and growth mindset of entrepreneurs can also be helpful traits to have when it comes to your personal finances.

What compels us to compare ourselves to others, and why do we sometimes strive to match what they have, even if that means overspending or going into debt? In our digital age, social comparison can happen more frequently and across more channels, often prompting the desire to “Keep up with the Joneses.”

In this episode of Money and Mindset With Bright and Brian, our hosts talk with Brian Levy, chief relationship officer for Manchester Care Homes and Cambridge Caregiving, about ways individuals can plan ahead to prepare for the caregiving needs of their loved ones. The discussion also includes: • How to determine what level of care a loved one may need with the appropriate medical and health professionals • The importance of planning and budgeting for caregiving needs • Ways caregivers can mitigate stress and anxiety Tell us what you think: • Leave us a rating or review on your favorite podcast platform. • Subscribe for future episode alerts. • Share it with someone.

Why do most people think talking about money is impolite? And, if we don’t have open and honest financial conversations, how can we boost our financial literacy?

Can good financial habits—like living within your means—help to build your confidence? And can developing good mental habits—like practicing gratitude—do the same?

Rebalancing your financial portfolio once a year can be a smart strategy for long-term investment planning. This same idea can be applied to your everyday life and priorities to help create a sense of peace and mental well-being.

IYou can find great joy and satisfaction in not spending money—especially when you see how reining in your purchases can have a positive impact on your savings. By actively practicing gratitude and taking a values-based approach to buying, the thrill of spending less can lead to powerful emotions that benefit your finances and well-being.

For some, borrowing money can be intimidating or stressful because their money scripts (belief patterns) are linked to past financial struggles. How do we recognize what those beliefs are—and how do we overcome them so that we can engage in healthy borrowing habits?

Many of our daily interactions have an element of persuasion where one person is working to influence another. This is why learning sales and negotiation skills is so important. And while many people think successful negotiation relies on holding back facts, revealing everything upfront, including negative aspects, can lead to greater success.

Becoming truly skilled in a sport requires training, determination, and a growth mindset. There are many common qualities and mental attributes that athletes possess that enable them to become better over time—those same qualities and attributes can be applied to personal finance.

Becoming truly skilled in a sport requires training, determination, and a growth mindset. There are many common qualities and mental attributes that athletes possess that enable them to become better over time—those same qualities and attributes can be applied to personal finance.

Bright and Brian can help you figure out where you are financially—and chart a path to help you get where you want to be.

Successful leaders identify ways to motivate others and meet new challenges, but there’s another benefit: Growing more confident with financial decision making.

You can’t put a price tag on good leadership, but it can help you take more control of your finances. (It may even help you make more money!)

It’s never too late—or too early—to get started. Wherever you are in your career, these retirement savings tips can help set you up for success.

Learning about personal finances can help change your life and lift up the people around you.