• Branding,  Business,  Money,  Side Hustle

    5 Unique Lessons To Learn Before Creating Your Brand

    In today’s world, we have access to any and all information at the tips of our fingers. Starting a business was something that seemed so out of reach, but  is now the norm for a lot of people. I am one of these people who decided to take on the journey of starting a business venture. When I started my brand MATE WorldWide, everything seemed so easy at first. However, from lacking a proper structure to budgeting and PLANNING, I learned I was in over…

  • Budget,  Debt,  Money

    $8,000 Later and Debt Free

    I recently paid off $8,000 worth of credit card debt. I am ashamed to say that I let my credit card get that high, but there are various factors that made it very easy to swipe my plastic card. I had my “this cannot be life moment” when I looked at that bill and realized I nearly maximized my credit card and I did not even have that equivalent amount in my savings account. I told myself I would pay it off eventually; however, this…