Generated by All in One SEO Pro v5.0.1.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Angel Radcliffe Lead Strong. Live Smart. | Empowering Leaders With Confidence ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://angelradcliffe.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Blog](https://angelradcliffe.com/blog/) - [The Real Block in a Manager's First Year Isn't a Skills Gap](https://angelradcliffe.com/the-real-block-in-a-managers-first-year-isnt-a-skills-gap/) - New managers don't struggle because they lack a framework. They struggle because leadership asks them to give up the identity of doing it all themselves. - [The Most Credible Thing a Leader Can Say Right Now Is I Do Not Know Yet](https://angelradcliffe.com/the-most-credible-thing-a-leader-can-say-right-now-is-i-do-not-know-yet/) - Leaders feel pressure to sound certain about AI. Trust comes from the opposite move: naming the unknown honestly and inviting people in. - [Credit Scores as Strategic Assets: What the 2026 City Rankings Reveal About Financial Geography](https://angelradcliffe.com/credit-scores-as-strategic-assets-what-the-2026-city-rankings-reveal-about-financial-geography/) - WalletHub's 2026 city credit score rankings reveal sharp geographic disparities. Angel Radcliffe examines what credit health means for individuals, organizations, and communities. - [Tipping, Wages, and the Economics of Social Pressure: What Leaders Need to Understand](https://angelradcliffe.com/tipping-wages-and-the-economics-of-social-pressure-what-leaders-need-to-understand/) - 81% of Americans say tipping has gotten out of control. Financial strategist Angel Radcliffe examines what the 2026 tipping data reveals about wages, consumer psychology, and business responsibility. - [Credit Score Crisis: A Leadership Perspective on America's Financial Health](https://angelradcliffe.com/credit-score-crisis-a-leadership-perspective-on-americas-financial-health/) - New WalletHub research shows credit scores declining across all 50 states. As business leaders, understanding this trend is essential for managing teams and building resilient financial strategies. - [Why AI Will Make the First-Time Manager Failure Rate Worse](https://angelradcliffe.com/why-ai-will-make-the-first-time-manager-failure-rate-worse/) - Sixty percent of first-time managers fail within two years. AI is poised to make that worse, not better, unless companies treat it as a skill instead of a tool. - [Trust in Managers Hit 29 Percent. Here Is the Fix.](https://angelradcliffe.com/trust-in-managers-hit-29-percent-here-is-the-fix/) - Trust in immediate managers has collapsed to 29 percent. The fix is not charisma or town halls. It is showing how decisions get made, not just announcing the outcomes. - [The Identity Shift No One Names for First-Time Managers](https://angelradcliffe.com/the-identity-shift-no-one-names-for-first-time-managers/) - Most first-time manager failure is not a skills gap. It is an identity transition organizations refuse to name, so new leaders retreat to the work they already know. - [Stop Measuring Course Completion. Measure Capability.](https://angelradcliffe.com/stop-measuring-course-completion-measure-capability/) - Most leadership training is measured by what people finished, not by what they changed. That is exactly why so little of it shows up on the job. - [Leadership Is Built in Daily Reps, Not the Annual Offsite](https://angelradcliffe.com/leadership-is-built-in-daily-reps-not-the-annual-offsite/) - Most leadership development bets on the big event. The leaders who actually change are the ones running small, observable reps every day. Here is how to make the shift. - [Middle Manager Burnout Is a Design Problem, Not a Wellness Problem](https://angelradcliffe.com/middle-manager-burnout-is-a-design-problem-not-a-wellness-problem/) - Three quarters of middle managers report extreme burnout. The fix is not another wellness app. It is redesigning a role that has quietly become impossible to do. - [Mentored for Nine Years, Never Once Sponsored](https://angelradcliffe.com/mentored-for-nine-years-never-once-sponsored/) - The advice aimed at women keeps landing on women. The real gap is sponsorship, and it sits with the people who hold the budget, the P&L, and the hiring decision. - [The First 90 Days Decide Everything for New Managers](https://angelradcliffe.com/the-first-90-days-decide-everything-for-new-managers/) - Nearly 60 percent of new managers get no training for the role. The 90 days after a promotion shape more than most leadership programs ever will. Here is what to do about it. - [AI as a Mirror: How the Best Senior Leaders Actually Use It](https://angelradcliffe.com/ai-as-a-mirror-how-the-best-senior-leaders-actually-use-it/) - The senior leaders who use AI well treat it as a mirror for sharper questions, not a machine for faster answers. Here is the divide that will define leadership over the next five years. - [The Executive Presence Double Bind Women Keep Hitting](https://angelradcliffe.com/the-executive-presence-double-bind-women-keep-hitting/) - Executive presence is taught as a fixed trait, but for women it is a moving target shaped by other people's contradictions. Here is how to reframe it from performance to influence. - [The Hardest Skill in Senior Leadership Is Learning to Carry](https://angelradcliffe.com/the-hardest-skill-in-senior-leadership-is-learning-to-carry/) - At the top, the hardest skill is not the decision. It is carrying it for the right length of time before naming it in the room. The discipline that separates senior leaders. - [The Permission Problem: Why Senior Leaders Hesitate at the Top](https://angelradcliffe.com/the-permission-problem-why-senior-leaders-hesitate-at-the-top/) - The transition from earning the seat to occupying it requires a different script. Most senior leaders are still running the first one. - [Has AI Ended Thought Leadership? Not the Kind That Matters.](https://angelradcliffe.com/has-ai-ended-thought-leadership-not-the-kind-that-matters/) - Polished leadership content is now infinitely producible. Real influence comes from a specificity AI cannot generate. Here is what still moves people. - [AI Is Not Coming for Your Job. It Is Coming for the Version of You Who Refused to Grow.](https://angelradcliffe.com/ai-is-not-coming-for-your-job-it-is-coming-for-the-version-of-you-who-refused-to-grow/) - AI is not the real threat to your career. The version of you who stopped developing is. Here is the mindset and the practical moves that protect you. - [Senior Leaders Are Not Paying for Insight. They Are Paying for Permission.](https://angelradcliffe.com/senior-leaders-are-not-paying-for-insight-they-are-paying-for-permission/) - Most senior leaders already have the insight. What they need is permission to act on it. The strongest leaders name the thing first. The room follows. - [Why First-Time Managers Fail (And How to Beat the 60 Percent)](https://angelradcliffe.com/why-first-time-managers-fail-and-how-to-beat-the-60-percent/) - 60 percent of first-time managers fail within 24 months. The failure is not a skills gap. It is an identity gap. Here is what actually works. - [Quiet Cracking: The Leadership Skill Nobody Names Until It Is Too Late](https://angelradcliffe.com/quiet-cracking-the-leadership-skill-nobody-names-until-it-is-too-late/) - 71 percent of leaders report increased stress in 2026. Quiet cracking shows up in high performers first. Here is how to spot it before you lose them. - [The ROI Framework Applied to Government: What 2026 Taxpayer Rankings Mean for Strategic Decision-Makers](https://angelradcliffe.com/the-roi-framework-applied-to-government-what-2026-taxpayer-rankings-mean-for-strategic-decision-makers/) - New Hampshire ranks #1 in taxpayer ROI, New Mexico #50. For strategic leaders evaluating location decisions or engaging in policy, this Tax Day data deserves the same rigor as any significant capital allocation decision. - [$18.8 Trillion and Counting: What America's Debt Delinquency Crisis Means for Leaders](https://angelradcliffe.com/18-8-trillion-and-counting-what-americas-debt-delinquency-crisis-means-for-leaders/) - With $18.8 trillion in household debt and Detroit leading delinquency at 15.7%, organizational leaders must understand how workforce financial fragility translates to productivity loss and what strategic responses can change it. - [The $90 Billion Warning: Credit Card Debt Projections and the Case for Financial Preparedness](https://angelradcliffe.com/the-90-billion-warning-credit-card-debt-projections-and-the-case-for-financial-preparedness/) - WalletHub projected $90 billion in new credit card debt for 2025 — 83% above 2024's increase. Angel Radcliffe on what this signals and the strategic response every household and leader needs. - [Tax Burden and Location Strategy: What the 2026 State Rankings Mean for Financial Leaders](https://angelradcliffe.com/tax-burden-and-location-strategy-what-the-2026-state-rankings-mean-for-financial-leaders/) - Hawaii's 13.3% tax burden vs Alaska's 4.92% — a 3x difference. Angel Radcliffe on what the 2026 state tax data means for household and business financial strategy. - [The $86 Billion Credit Card Crisis: What It Signals About Financial Resilience in America](https://angelradcliffe.com/the-86-billion-credit-card-crisis-what-it-signals-about-financial-resilience-in-america/) - Americans added $86 billion in credit card debt in 2025 — 75% more than 2024. Angel Radcliffe examines what this signals about economic resilience and what individuals and organizations must do now. - [Beyond Geography: Building Systems That Drive Financial Excellence](https://angelradcliffe.com/beyond-geography-building-systems-that-drive-financial-excellence/) - Explore what the budgeting differences between cities reveal about economic systems, leadership practices, and how to build organizational and personal financial success. - [The Economics of Grocery Inequality: Why Income Matters More Than Prices](https://angelradcliffe.com/the-economics-of-grocery-inequality-why-income-matters-more-than-prices/) - An executive analysis of grocery spending inequality across states, what it reveals about cost-of-living burdens, and implications for compensation strategy. - [The Trillion Dollar Question: What Leaders Can Do About Consumer Debt Crisis](https://angelradcliffe.com/the-trillion-dollar-question-what-leaders-can-do-about-consumer-debt-crisis/) - With Americans carrying $1.35 trillion in credit card debt, leaders need to understand how financial stress impacts team performance, retention, and culture. - [Collection Accounts and Your Financial Future: A Leader's Perspective](https://angelradcliffe.com/collection-accounts-and-your-financial-future-a-leaders-perspective/) - Collection accounts reveal gaps in financial literacy. As a leader, understanding this issue helps you support your team's financial health and organizational resilience. - [Sponsorship vs Mentorship: The Career Strategy Most Women Are Missing](https://angelradcliffe.com/sponsorship-vs-mentorship-the-career-strategy-most-women-are-missing/) - McKinsey 2025 shows the broken rung has barely moved in a decade. The fix is not more mentorship. It is sponsorship. Here is how to identify, ask, and equip yours. - [The Sponsor Portfolio I Should Have Built a Decade Earlier](https://angelradcliffe.com/the-sponsor-portfolio-i-should-have-built-a-decade-earlier/) - Most professionals are over-mentored and under-sponsored. Here is the difference between the two and why it decides who advances. - [The First-Time Manager Failure Rate Is a Design Problem](https://angelradcliffe.com/the-first-time-manager-failure-rate-is-a-design-problem/) - Manager development is the top HR priority three years running and the failure rate has not moved. The fix is accountability design, not more training. - [Stop Collecting Mentors. Start Building Sponsors.](https://angelradcliffe.com/stop-collecting-mentors-start-building-sponsors/) - Mentors give you perspective. Sponsors put their political capital behind your advancement. The careers that move are built on the second, not the first. - [The Broken Rung Is Not a Pipeline Problem. It's an Accountability Problem.](https://angelradcliffe.com/the-broken-rung-is-not-a-pipeline-problem-its-an-accountability-problem/) - 93 women promoted for every 100 men. That number will not move without accountability at the promotion decision. What senior leaders should do. - [Why Most Entrepreneurs Aren’t Stuck Because of Effort](https://angelradcliffe.com/why-most-entrepreneurs-arent-stuck-because-of-effort/) - Most entrepreneurs are not stuck because they lack ambition. Learn why clarity matters more than effort and how AI can help refine your business, messaging, and positioning faster. - [Innovation Rankings and the Leadership Imperative: Lessons from the 2026 State Data](https://angelradcliffe.com/innovation-rankings-and-the-leadership-imperative-lessons-from-the-2026-state-data/) - DC ranks #1, Mississippi #51, and the U.S. holds #3 globally among 139 countries. The 2026 innovation rankings reveal where talent pipelines are deepest and what every leader must build to compete in the decade ahead. - [Financial Literacy as a Leadership Imperative: What the 2026 State Rankings Reveal](https://angelradcliffe.com/financial-literacy-as-a-leadership-imperative-what-the-2026-state-rankings-reveal/) - Minnesota ranks #1 in financial literacy while Arkansas ranks #51. For organizational leaders, this April data is a strategic brief on workforce risk, talent pipeline, and competitive advantage. - [Emergency Savings as Organizational Strategy: What the 2026 Crisis Data Tells Leaders](https://angelradcliffe.com/emergency-savings-as-organizational-strategy-what-the-2026-crisis-data-tells-leaders/) - 2 in 3 Americans say the affordability crisis has hurt their emergency savings. Angel Radcliffe examines why financial resilience is both a personal and organizational leadership imperative. - [When Systems Fail and People Struggle: Leadership's Role in the Debt Crisis](https://angelradcliffe.com/when-systems-fail-and-people-struggle-leaderships-role-in-the-debt-crisis/) - Explore what America's household debt crisis reveals about systems, leadership responsibility, and practical solutions organizations can implement to support financial wellness. - [Why Sponsorship Matters More Than Mentorship for Women in Leadership](https://angelradcliffe.com/why-sponsorship-matters-more-than-mentorship-for-women-in-leadership/) - Mentorship tells you what to work on. Sponsorship changes what is possible. Why executive women need both and how to build real advocacy. - [The Skills That Got You Promoted Are Not the Skills the Job Requires](https://angelradcliffe.com/the-skills-that-got-you-promoted-are-not-the-skills-the-job-requires/) - 60% of first-time managers fail within 24 months. The skills that earned the promotion are not the skills the job requires. What to build fast. - [Why Emotional Intelligence Is the One Leadership Skill AI Can't Replace](https://angelradcliffe.com/why-emotional-intelligence-is-the-one-leadership-skill-ai-cant-replace/) - 59% of executives now treat emotional intelligence as optional. Why that is the costliest leadership mistake of 2026 and how to fix it. - [The Geography of Wealth: What a New Rent Study Reveals About Financial Strategy](https://angelradcliffe.com/the-geography-of-wealth-what-a-new-rent-study-reveals-about-financial-strategy/) - A new WalletHub study shows rent consumes 15-34% of income across U.S. cities. Here's the strategic read for professionals and leaders. - [Corporate Travel Strategy in 2026: What Leaders Need to Know About Frequent Flyer ROI](https://angelradcliffe.com/corporate-travel-strategy-in-2026-what-leaders-need-to-know-about-frequent-flyer-roi/) - Alaska Mileage Plan ranks #1 for the third consecutive year, purchased miles are 2.5x overpriced, and most organizations leave significant rewards value unrealized. Here is how strategic leaders can turn travel spend into measurable organizational return. - [The Hidden Cost of High Gas Prices: A Strategic Look at Household Financial Optimization](https://angelradcliffe.com/the-hidden-cost-of-high-gas-prices-a-strategic-look-at-household-financial-optimization/) - Gas prices are 60% above average in 2026. Financial strategist Angel Radcliffe examines how the right credit card strategy can recover hundreds in annual household savings. - [Empathy Was Never the Problem. Here's What the Data Actually Shows.](https://angelradcliffe.com/empathy-was-never-the-problem-heres-what-the-data-actually-shows/) - 59% of exec teams now call empathy optional. But empathetic teams are 8.5x more engaged. Angel Radcliffe on what leaders are getting dangerously wrong. - [The Strategic Entrepreneur's Guide to Choosing Location Over Tax Rates](https://angelradcliffe.com/the-strategic-entrepreneurs-guide-to-choosing-location-over-tax-rates/) - Most entrepreneurs optimize for the wrong variable when choosing where to launch. A WalletHub study reveals what actually determines startup success. - [Speaking at the BizTechWomen Conference](https://angelradcliffe.com/433/) - Angel will be speaking at the BizTechWomen Conference. The BizTechWomen Conference (formerly Woman Up!) is a business and entrepreneurship conference series for female entrep reneurs and professionals. www.BizTechWomen.com Our Session ‘Finances In your Business’ will be live streamed Wednesday March 30th 11:30am cst. Three takeaways for entrepreneurs: 1. Importance of a Business Bank - [Did You Miss The Interview ?](https://angelradcliffe.com/did-you-miss-the-interview/) - Learn more about my entrepreneur journey, Check out my interview with Sabine of 'Who's Who Of Social Media' Read More xoxo Angel Radcliffe - [Dallas Startup Week Review](https://angelradcliffe.com/dallas-startup-week-review/) - If you’re like me & you like to network or your and entrepreneur or wanting to start a business, you may end up at an event similar to Dallas Start Up Week. Dallas Start Up Week was held April 12-16 in Dallas Texas sponsored by Chase. Several breakout sessions were held daily around downtown Dallas to - [Automated Mileage Tracking with MileIQ](https://angelradcliffe.com/automated-mileage-tracking-with-mileiq/) - Are you tired of writing down those miles and losing receipts for tax time? MileIQ helps you track your personal or business mile electronically. Download the app on IOS or Android, and voila !! The app runs in the background to pick up your mileage. If you choose to upgrade to an annual subscription, use - [Woo Woo Woo !!](https://angelradcliffe.com/woo-woo-woo/) - I know you've all heard the coined phrase 'woo woo woo' used most by the outstanding Kim Coles herself. Kim Coles is known for her role in the 90's chick sitcom Living Single. 'We are livinnnngg Singglllee' yes that show !! Kim is also known for her sense of humor and being a stand up - [TOP 5 ENTREPRENEUR MISTAKES](https://angelradcliffe.com/top-5-entrepreneur-mistakes/) - Check out the top 5 entrepreneur mistakes - [July Meet & Greet – Entrepreneur Empowerment](https://angelradcliffe.com/july-meet-greet-entrepreneur-empowerment/) - Thanks to all who attended our July Entrepreneur Empowerment Session. All attendees were granted complimentary head shots provided by Artistic Emages Photography. https://artisticemages.com/ If you missed the July event, sign up for the newsletter to be notified of future events & workshops. - [Save 10 % with Arkon Mounts](https://angelradcliffe.com/save-10-with-arkon-mounts/) - Are you needing mounts for your phone or tablet? Purchase with Arkon & save 10% with the promo code ‘missrmba’ www.arkon.com - [Join Us on Tour !](https://angelradcliffe.com/join-us-on-tour/) - I am pleased to announce, I will be kicking off an Entrepreneur Empowerment tour this fall. I will host half day workshops in 10 cities to help entrepreneurs with the most daunting task, financial management. Through our sessions, we will make sure each attendee walks away empowered to run their business with an enhanced knowledge - [VIP Treatment!!](https://angelradcliffe.com/vip-treatment/) - Always VIP treatment at my networking events.. Complimentary headshots to all attendees, sign up for the newsletter to be notified of the next event.. Entrepreneur Empowerment Network Dallas!! ? Get Tickets - [Are You A Business or A Liability?](https://angelradcliffe.com/are-you-a-business-or-a-liability/) - Having been down the road of entrepreneurship (and there’s definitely a road!) I can say that there are some things that people may not initially be aware of. The road to being a successful business owner can be very tough if you don’t make sure that you have everything in order from the start. I - [#ChaseForBiz](https://angelradcliffe.com/chaseforbiz/) - Here are a few highlights from my attendance at the Chase For Business Conference 2016. Chase is working to Empower Entrepreneurs in cities across the US. I enjoyed the full day of breakout sessions, keynote speakers, 'celebrity co-hosting' :-p & more. NETWORKING is key when growing your business; you should be at every event possible. - [FREE Budget Webinar !!](https://angelradcliffe.com/free-budget-webinar/) - ***SORRY REGISTRATION IS CLOSED, SIGN UP ON THE MAILING LIST FOR MORE EXCLUSIVE EVENTS *** The Ballin' On A Budget book is available for Pre-Order, reserve your paperback copy to be included in the next Budget Webinar !! Purchase here Did you know more than 60% of Americans are living without a budget & 75% - [Win $50 Each Friday in December !!](https://angelradcliffe.com/win-50-each-friday-in-december/) - Stop being so predictable, Change something in your daily routine and tell me about it. Each Friday in December, you have a chance to win a $50 gift card. Post on the facebook page, the facebook group MSuite or on twitter. Be sure to use the hashtag #TACF and tag @MissRMBA . The first winner - [2017 Vision Board Party - Virtual & Dallas](https://angelradcliffe.com/2017-vision-board-party/) - If you have never created a vision board, here is your chance to learn and be motivated. Vision Boards allow you to VISUALIZE your goals & manifest your destiny. You can create a vision board for each year, quarter or whatever time frame you choose. I typically create a new vision board each year. As - [10 Tips For A Positive New Year !!](https://angelradcliffe.com/10-tips-for-a-positive-new-year/) - 10 Tips For A Positive New Year ..... You don't have to wait for a new year, week or day to make a change but today is January 1st so we must let the universe do as it must and move to a new year. In moving forward towards your new goals, take heed of - [Were You Paying Transunion or Equifax for Credit Reporting?](https://angelradcliffe.com/were-you-paying-transunion-or-equifax-for-credit-reporting/) - If so, you may be in line for some cash !! Both Credit Bureaus were fined for deceptive practices !! You may be entitled to a settlement. Read More - [Entrepreneur Empowerment Tour Kickoff](https://angelradcliffe.com/entrepreneur-empowerment-tour-kickoff/) - Kick off event for the Entrepreneur Empowerment Tour. Come out to network, learn more about the 10 city tour. A small business workshop will be held (Financial Management for Entrepreneurs) , sponsorship discounts will be available. Lunch will be provided. There is limited seating & Advance tickets required !!! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/entrepreneur-empowerment-tour-kickoff-tickets-31689345686 Discounted Books will be available - [Entrepreneur Empowerment Tour - Philly](https://angelradcliffe.com/entrepreneur-empowerment-tour-philly/) - Philadelphia, I can't wait to meet you all Saturday March 25th !! Early bird tickets are on sale now !! There is limited seating for these events. Tickets can be purchased via Eventbrite - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/entrepreneur-empowerment-tour-philly-tickets-31692031720 Join us in the 3 hour workshop as we work with Entrepreneurs in 10 different cities to help save - [TaxPayers Beware !!](https://angelradcliffe.com/taxpayers-beware/) - Tax season is upon us .. DONT GET SCAMMED !! Verify the Credentials of your Tax Preparer AT IRS.GOV OR https://www.irs.gov/tax-professionals/verify-the-status-of-an-enrolled-agent - [3 Steps To Change](https://angelradcliffe.com/3-steps-to-change/) - When it comes to finances, a relationship, or your career, we all want to be successful in those endeavors. However, I don’t know of anyone who has been successful without making mistakes! No one is perfect; we are going to fail at some point in time. The thing you must realize is that when these - [Ballin On A Budget Community Workshop- Dallas](https://angelradcliffe.com/ballin-on-a-budget-community-workshop-dallas/) - FREE Community Workshop – April is Financial Literacy Month, Join Angel Radcliffe (Financial Educator, Author & Entrepreneur) at the Microsoft Store located at NorthPark Mall, Dallas, Texas. Join us Saturday April 22nd as we teach you how to create a budget and eliminate poor spending habits. RSVP here In the sessions we will - [It's Tax Day - Do You Need An Extension ?](https://angelradcliffe.com/its-tax-day-do-you-need-an-extension/) - April 18th, 2017 the dreaded day for many taxpayers in the US. If you have yet to file your taxes, today is the last day to file or file your extension without a penalty. This is very important for those who end up owing Uncle Sam each year. If you are still scrambling to locate your - [Thinking of Traveling To Cuba, Be Prepared](https://angelradcliffe.com/thinking-of-traveling-to-cuba-be-prepared/) - A prep list for your travel based on a recent visit. Havana, Cuba - A small island only 100 miles from Florida where many US residents wonder what’s it’s like, also a bucket list destination for many. Cuba is a hot travel destination for 2017, especially since President Barack Obama lifted the embargo in 2016. - [3 Ways To Stay Productive While Traveling](https://angelradcliffe.com/3-ways-to-stay-productive-while-traveling/) - Entrepreneurship involves a never ending learning curve. As an entrepreneur, we sometimes take on multiple roles; administrator/receptionist, marketing, accountant, etc. When you add in daily functions of life or traveling, things can become hectic. Summer is near and vacations will be on the rise, don't leave your business in the dark while you are traveling - [5 Reasons You Need A Career Mentor](https://angelradcliffe.com/5-reasons-you-need-a-career-mentor/) - Throughout all walks of life, you’ll want to be successful at what you do. However, if it was as easy as just thinking about it, then we’d all be successful! There are plenty of ways that to ensure we are more successful at whatever we set our sights on, and one of those ways is - [Summer Credit Challenge Starts June 26th !](https://angelradcliffe.com/summer-credit-challenge-starts-june-26th/) - Next week we start the Summer Credit Challenge.. YOU MUST be on the list to receive updates, this is not the same as the newsletter. YOU MUST also be in the facebook group, MSuite. Sign up for the mailing list to receive imporant information on starting the challenge. Information will be sent via email as well - [Understanding Your Net Worth](https://angelradcliffe.com/understanding-your-net-worth/) - When you think about the most successful people in the world, what words come to mind? Rich, powerful, and wealthy are just a few. Most people don’t realize what goes into these people being so successful; it’s not easy, but all of the information is available. A key component that people should be aware of - [Top 3 Entrepreneur Mistakes](https://angelradcliffe.com/top-3-entrepreneur-mistakes/) - If there’s one thing that’s absolutely true about people, it’s that nobody is perfect. We all make mistakes, and at times these mistakes can be very costly. Being an entrepreneur is no exception; you will make mistakes from time to time, and these can end up costing you a lot more than the average person. - [10 Financial Goals to Set 2017 on Fire](https://angelradcliffe.com/10-financial-goals-to-set-2017-on-fire/) - We are a few months into 2017, are you sticking to any of the financial goals you set for yourself? When it comes to finances and budgeting, let's be real, it's hard. You have to discipline yourself to meet your savings goals. I want to help keep you on track this year; start by reviewing - [Entrepreneurs Can Afford ANYTHING !](https://angelradcliffe.com/entrepreneurs-can-afford-anything/) - Many times as a small business owner, you specialize in one particular area; you may know the management side, but not the marketing side. If you want to grow your business, what is the best thing to do aside from networking? Training courses and workshops! Unfortunately, these things do cost MONEY, and you may not - [Were You Denied A Bank Account?](https://angelradcliffe.com/were-you-denied-a-bank-account/) - I’m fairly certain a majority of us have fallen on hard times; no one is exempt to the roadblocks life can put in our way! Some of the most important financial decisions you make are directly related to your credit report, such as purchasing a home, or securing a loan. A bad credit report - [Wealth Building for Multi Cultural Communities with Prudential](https://angelradcliffe.com/wealth-building-for-multi-cultural-communities-with-prudential/) - This is part of a sponsored collaboration with Prudential and DiMe Media. However, all opinions expressed are my own. As a minority influencer, it’s important to support all cultural events. When I heard about Hispanicize and how the event is geared towards empowering the Latino community in all areas from entrepreneurship to finance, I - [3 Apps To Help Manage Your Credit](https://angelradcliffe.com/3-apps-to-help-manage-your-credit/) - If you are like many Americans, your credit report is one thing you often forget to check. According to Transunion, 25% of Americans have NEVER checked their credit report and over 42 million Americans have a report with inaccuracies. Many only tend to review once a problem arises such as being denied credit or suspected - [6 Money Moves For 2018](https://angelradcliffe.com/6-money-moves-2018/) - 2017 was all about ‘Living Your Best Life’ and while many of you were doing so, you may have forgotten the basics, staying on a budget. Walking into the new year, you want to make the best decisions when it comes to your money. One of the many new years resolutions is always a savings - [Texas Conference for Women Recap : Inspired by Fearless Leaders](https://angelradcliffe.com/texas-conference-women-recap-inspired-fearless-leaders/) - This is part of a sponsored collaboration with Prudential and DiMe Media. However, all opinions expressed are my own. The Texas Conference for Women provides connection, motivation, networking, inspiration and skill building for thousands of Texas women each year. The 18th annual Texas Conference for Women will be held November 2, 2017 at the Austin Convention - [Go 'Paperless' In Your Biz](https://angelradcliffe.com/go-paperless-in-your-biz/) - As a small business owner, it is very important access to have to your business financials or other documentation without having to actually drive to your office. Technology has allowed many aspects of a business to be literally ' at your fingertips' My motto is ' There’s an app for everything' With my specialty being financial management, - [5 ‘WOMEN AND MONEY’ LESSONS FROM SUZE ORMAN AT THE APOLLO](https://angelradcliffe.com/5-women-and-money-lessons-from-suze-orman-at-the-apollo/) - Suze Orman has sustained an enduring career as a speaker, author and pioneer in financial leadership. Orman appeared at the world-famous Apollo theater to discuss the topic ‘Women and Money,’ which is also the title of her relaunched New York Times bestselling book first published in 2007. The sold out event was a predecessor for the exclusive - [HOW SCHEDULING A PERSONAL INVENTORY DAY CAN HELP YOU SMASH YOUR FINANCIAL GOALS](https://angelradcliffe.com/how-scheduling-a-personal-inventory-day-can-help-you-smash-your-financial-goals-2/) - Whether you’re a business professional, entrepreneur or parent, we often forget to set aside time for ourselves—which is also known as ‘me time.’ Many consider personal time a spa day or vacation. But as a financial educator, I find it is very important to focus on YOU and your financial goals. Finances are often overlooked - [THE SIX THINGS YOU NEED TO LEGITIMIZE YOUR BUSINESS](https://angelradcliffe.com/the-six-things-you-need-to-legitimize-your-business/) - In today’s society, almost everyone wants to be an entrepreneur and the term is used so loosely. 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The young women - [HOW SCHEDULING A PERSONAL INVENTORY DAY CAN HELP YOU SMASH YOUR FINANCIAL GOALS](https://angelradcliffe.com/how-scheduling-a-personal-inventory-day-can-help-you-smash-your-financial-goals/) - **This post was originally featured in Black Enterprise Magazine *** Whether you’re a business professional, entrepreneur or parent, we often forget to set aside time for ourselves—which is also known as ‘me time.’ Many consider personal time a spa day or vacation. But as a financial educator, I find it is very important to - [7 SIGNS OF IDENTITY THEFT](https://angelradcliffe.com/7-signs-of-identity-theft/) - Tis’ the season for identity theft. This is the time of year ID theft rises. Although your identity can be stolen at any time you want to be more careful around the holidays. During the holiday season your credit and debit card transitions increase whether it’s in store or online. We are all aware of - [3 Consumer Lessons From The Wells Fargo Banking Outage](https://angelradcliffe.com/3-consumer-lessons-from-the-wells-fargo-banking-outage/) - Thursday February 7th many consumers woke up to what they thought was a typical system upgrade/outage which most websites experience when anything on the backend may be going through an update. Only to find out after a few hours, Wells Fargo Banking systems, sites apps, and debit cards were completely shut down for much of - [HERE ARE 3 WAYS TO BE PREPARED FOR TAX SEASON 2019](https://angelradcliffe.com/here-are-3-ways-to-be-prepared-for-tax-season-2019/) - Here are three things to get in check for tax season ’19 Verify Credentials When it comes to choosing a tax preparer be sure the person has verifiable credentials. Many consumers are unaware that you can only legally file a tax return for someone else in exchange for compensation, if you have a PTIN – - [Budgeting in the Coronavirus Pandemic](https://angelradcliffe.com/budgeting-in-the-coronavirus-pandemic/) - This episode addresses the issue of how to handle unexpected costs associated with the Coronavirus pandemic, from price gauging to stockpiling. Follow the Podcast on Instagram Join Milestones, Motivation & Money on Clubhouse Join the Milestones, Motivation & Money Facebook Group Book Angel to speak here Be a guest on the Podcast, Apply - [FURLOUGHED EMPLOYEES LAUNCH “FURLOUGH CHEESECAKE” DURING GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN](https://angelradcliffe.com/furloughed-employees-launch-furlough-cheesecake-during-government-shutdown/) - The nation just went though the longest government shutdown in U.S. History which lasted 35 days. Two sisters, Nikki Howard, employed by the Food and Drug Administration as a Recruitment & Outreach worker, and Jaqi Wright, employed by the Department of Justice as an Analyst were like many furloughed workers, sitting at home waiting for the government - [#CreditChat With Experian](https://angelradcliffe.com/creditchat-with-experian/) - Are you in the market for a #NewCar, and wondering whether it's better to lease or make that big purchase? Join our #CreditChat tomorrow March 11 at 3 pm ET for tips to help you decide. Visit our blog to RSVP for a chance to win a $50 GiftCard. Follow @Experian & @MissRMBA on Twitter - [The Pandemic Pivot](https://angelradcliffe.com/the-pandemic-pivot/) - Learn how businesses have stayed afloat during the pandemic and how they have pivoted. Follow the Podcast on Instagram Join Milestones, Motivation & Money on Clubhouse Join the Milestones, Motivation & Money Facebook Group Book Angel to speak here Be a guest on the Podcast, Apply here Order the Ballin On A Budget Workbook - [Covid 19 Grants for Small Businesses](https://angelradcliffe.com/covid-19-grants-for-small-businesses/) - The last few months of this Pandemic has hit small businesses pretty hard, some have already shut down or have no foreseeable future. Although the government has offered loans, many times a loan may not be the best option when you can’t hold together your business which is lacking growth or revenue in the crazy - [Year One In Business; Thriving In A Pandemic](https://angelradcliffe.com/year-one-in-business-thriving-in-a-pandemic/) - Tune in as we discuss year one in business with The Furlough Cheesecake. The Furlough Cheesecake was founded in early 2019 by Nikki Howard & Jaqi Wright, sisters and former government employees subjected to the infamous government furlough which lasted 35 days. Howard & Wright launched a business in days of the shutdown and was - [Living Life On Purpose](https://angelradcliffe.com/living-life-on-purpose/) - RJ Jackson, The Courage Giver, joins us on this episode to share insights into learning to live a purposeful life. We touch on many topics from motivation to resilience and more. RJ Jackson is more than an international leader, speaker, and personal growth life coach who has traveled the world for over 20 years inspiring - [Mental Health, Money & A Pandemic](https://angelradcliffe.com/mental-health-money-a-pandemic/) - Join us with a special guest therapist, Katie Onitiri Hageman, founder of Life & Family Guidance alongside the brands Mind Yours & Ade Self Care as she pushes you to ‘Challenge Your Thoughts’ in this discussion on Mental health, money, and therapy We focus on various points through this conversation The Impact of the - [Creating Multiple Streams of Income](https://angelradcliffe.com/creating-multiple-streams-of-income/) - Terre Holmes, Lifestyle Enthusiast, Real Estate Agent, Author & Speaker join this episode to discuss life influences towards entrepreneurship, why it's important to create multiple streams of income, and the real estate wholesaling business. 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She - [Rewriting Your Money Story With Alex Harvey](https://angelradcliffe.com/rewriting-your-money-story-with-alex-harvey/) - Alex Harvey – Speaker, Educator & Coach joins this episode from the land down under to share insightful information on rewriting your money story! Alex Harvey is a money & empowerment coach who has helped hundreds of people to change their money story, save thousands of dollars, get off credit cards, pay down all their debt and build an - [No Stress Zone With Carlee Myers](https://angelradcliffe.com/no-stress-zone-with-carlee-myers/) - Just in time for mental health awareness month! Carlee Myers discusses the foundation of the Stress Less Co, her history of stress, and ways you can deal with stress, identifying stress through her stress assessment program. Carlee Myers is an expert at helping female leaders (think high achieving executives, business owners, and managers) who feel overworked and exhausted find - [Living A Fulfilled Life With Melissa Liarena](https://angelradcliffe.com/living-a-fulfilled-life-with-melissa-liarena/) - Explore Melissa Llarena’s story and insights on overcoming career setbacks to create impactful coaching for marketers and creatives. - [Your Network Is Your Networth With Kelly Hoey](https://angelradcliffe.com/your-network-is-your-networth-with-kelly-hoey/) - Join networking authority Kelly Hoey as she shares essential lessons on building expertise, your network, and your confidence for career growth. - [Used Cars Vs. 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Stay informed and safe this summer! - [How Go-Getters Build Digital Businesses](https://angelradcliffe.com/how-go-getters-build-digital-businesses/) - Get insights into creating impactful social media content that drives engagement and leads to business success, as shared by influencer Shinjini Das. - [Being Your Best Self On Video](https://angelradcliffe.com/being-your-best-self-on-video/) - Unlock strategies for authentic online visibility from Keri Murphy, who has helped entrepreneurs build 7-figure brands for over two decades. - [Trade & Travel With Teri Ijeoma](https://angelradcliffe.com/trade-travel-with-teri-ijeoma-2/) - Explore Teri Ijeoma's journey from education to stock trading success, and how her online courses empower individuals globally to grow wealth. - [Embracing Your Best Self](https://angelradcliffe.com/embracing-your-best-self/) - Learn from Clifton PettyJohn, a purpose strategist and mindset coach, about transitioning from stagnation to meaningful transformation. - [The Fear Of Retirement](https://angelradcliffe.com/the-fear-of-retirement-2/) - Learn how to overcome retirement fears and understand the true amount needed to retire confidently, with guidance from seasoned financial planner Murs Tariq. - [Owning Your Identity Blueprint](https://angelradcliffe.com/owning-your-identity-blueprint/) - Discover the key differences between 'Who you are' and 'Whose you are' and learn how understanding your identity can inspire others. Empower yourself today! - [Real Estate Investing With Veena Jetti](https://angelradcliffe.com/real-estate-investing-with-veena-jetti/) - Discover expert insights from Veena Jetti on real estate investing, focusing on commercial, multi-family, and key questions for prospective investors. - [Collecting The Cash & Closing The Sale](https://angelradcliffe.com/collecting-the-cash-closing-the-sale/) - Get expert advice from Dee Bowden on managing business cash flow and starting your entrepreneurial journey while in corporate, alongside her inspiring success stories. - [Future Proofing Your Career](https://angelradcliffe.com/future-proofing-your-career/) - Discover career future-proofing strategies from Connie Steele, a seasoned marketing expert and author, on her podcast Strategic Momentum. - [Women Should Have Their Own Purse](https://angelradcliffe.com/women-should-have-their-own-purse/) - Empower your financial journey: Learn how women can own their money, build an empire, and strategically plan for the future from finance expert Nicholle Overkamp. - [MasterClass - Beyond The Emergency Fund To 100K](https://angelradcliffe.com/free-masterclass-beyond-the-emergency-fund-to-100k/) - One thing the pandemic taught is, is 3-6 months is not enough for an emergency… Learn savings strategies to get you on track to budget and secure funds beyond 3-6 months Ms. Radcliffe will share how she was able to save 100k in 18 months along with Foundational Budgeting and Savings strategies How to map - [The Future Of E-Commerce](https://angelradcliffe.com/the-future-of-e-commerce/) - Stay ahead in the digital era with insights from Ivana Radojevic on e-commerce shifts, business transitions, and vital tools for future success. - [What's In Your Career Toolkit?](https://angelradcliffe.com/whats-in-your-career-toolkit/) - Uncover the critical skills for advancing your career with Mark Herschberg, author of The Career Toolkit, and explore his extensive experience in startups, academia, and more. - [Navient Backing out of Servicing Student Loans](https://angelradcliffe.com/navient-backing-out-of-servicing-student-loans/) - Worried about your federal student loans with Navient? 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Connect through his website and social channels. - [Creating Winning Teams](https://angelradcliffe.com/creating-winning-team/) - Discover how Shawn Harper, ex-NFL player and author, reveals key principles for building winning teams and maximizing potential in any setting. - [Tips for Investing in Your Financial Future](https://angelradcliffe.com/tips-for-investing-in-your-financial-future/) - Empower yourself financially! Discover how women are transforming the stock market and learn simple steps to start investing today. - [Investing In Stocks: How To Choose The Best Investment For You](https://angelradcliffe.com/investing-in-stocks-how-to-choose-the-best-investment-for-you/) - Learn essential investing strategies for beginners—discover how to assess your risk tolerance, choose the right assets, and build a diversified portfolio. - [Thriving In Chaos In Your Business](https://angelradcliffe.com/thriving-in-chaos-in-your-business/) - Learn tips for accounting and finance pros seeking to escape the 9-5 grind and leverage their skills to start a successful business with Dorothy Kolb. - [Becoming a Successful MomPreneur](https://angelradcliffe.com/becoming-a-successful-mompreneur/) - Discover how to balance motherhood and entrepreneurship with Ciara Stockeland's expert insights. 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Learn key strategies from Darrell Evans that can help you succeed effortlessly. - [Why Leaders Should Avoid 'Quiet Quitting'​](https://angelradcliffe.com/why-leaders-should-avoid-quiet-quitting/) - Discover why quiet quitting can harm your leadership reputation and team morale. Learn how open communication safeguards your career and organization. - [Leading In A Hybrid Work Environment: 5 Things You Need To Know](https://angelradcliffe.com/leading-in-a-hybrid-work-environment-5-things-you-need-to-know/) - Discover the key leadership strategies to thrive in a hybrid work environment, from effective communication to leading by example. - [Asking for a Raise Amidst Inflation and a Possible Recession](https://angelradcliffe.com/asking-for-a-raise-amidst-inflation-and-a-possible-recession/) - Discover strategies to successfully request a salary increase during economic downturns, including market research, framing as investment, and negotiation tips. - [Fostering a Diverse and Inclusive Workplace](https://angelradcliffe.com/fostering-a-diverse-and-inclusive-workplace/) - Learn how to reflect diversity in your company culture with practical tips on unbiased job descriptions, diverse sourcing, cultural sharing, and bias training. - [Why the 50-Year Mortgage Is a Mistake We Can’t Afford](https://angelradcliffe.com/a-50-year-mortgage-why-we-shouldnt-confuse-long-term-with-lifetime/) - A 50-year mortgage may lower payments now, but it traps buyers in lifelong debt and skyrocketing interest. Here’s why it’s a risky solution to the housing crisis. - [Leading With Vision: Why the Future You Describe Shapes the Results You Get](https://angelradcliffe.com/leading-with-vision-why-the-future-you-describe-shapes-the-results-you-get/) - The start of a new year always brings a familiar question to the surface. Where are we actually going? Not just as organizations. As teams. As leaders. As people responsible for guiding others through uncertainty, change, and competing priorities. Vision is one of those leadership concepts that sounds obvious until you experience the absence of - [64% Believe 2026 Will Be Better — The Real Question Is Whether They’ll Act Like It](https://angelradcliffe.com/64-believe-2026-will-be-better-the-real-question-is-whether-theyll-act-like-it/) - There’s a number from WalletHub’s Post-Holiday Shopping Survey that I keep coming back to: 64% of Americans believe 2026 will be better for their finances than 2025. On its own, that’s encouraging. But set it next to the rest of the data, and a more complicated picture emerges — one that has a lot to - [What $1.33 Trillion in Credit Card Debt Reveals About How We Lead Our Financial Lives](https://angelradcliffe.com/what-1-33-trillion-in-credit-card-debt-reveals-about-how-we-lead-our-financial-lives/) - Angel Radcliffe examines what the latest $1.33 trillion credit card debt data reveals about financial leadership, strategic decision-making, and the discipline gap. - [Love, Money, and the Hidden Cost of Valentine’s Day](https://angelradcliffe.com/love-money-and-the-hidden-cost-of-valentines-day/) - Valentine’s Day has long been positioned as a celebration of love and connection. Yet beneath the romance, it often exposes something more complex. Expectations. Financial pressure. And the quiet strain that money can place on relationships when it is not openly discussed. In 2026, Americans are projected to spend $29.1 billion on Valentine’s Day, nearly - [Remote Work Is a Financial Strategy — Not Just a Perk](https://angelradcliffe.com/remote-work-is-a-financial-strategy-not-just-a-perk/) - The conversation around remote work has moved past the debate stage. With 16% of the American workforce now fully remote — with no plans to return to a traditional office — the question is no longer whether remote work is viable. It's whether we're being strategic enough about how we leverage it. WalletHub's 2026 study - [95% Think They Budget Better Than the Government — But Are They Building Systems or Just Coping?](https://angelradcliffe.com/95-think-they-budget-better-than-the-government-but-are-they-building-systems-or-just-coping/) - There's something both encouraging and instructive in the headline finding of WalletHub's 2026 Budgeting Survey: 95% of Americans believe they budget better than the federal government. Set aside the politics for a moment. 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