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How to Stop Being Weird About Money (w/ Paco De Leon) | How to Be a Better Human, a TED Podcast

Talking about money can feel confusing and awkward, but it doesn’t have to be. Paco de Leon is a financial planner and author of the book “Finance for the People: Getting a Grip on Your Finances.” In this episode of the “How to Be a Better Human” podcast, Paco joins host Chris Duffy to discuss…

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Talking about money can feel confusing and awkward, but it doesn’t have to be. Paco de Leon is a financial planner and author of the book “Finance for the People: Getting a Grip on Your Finances.” In this episode of the “How to Be a Better Human” podcast, Paco joins host Chris Duffy to discuss ways everyone — but particularly freelancers and artists — can reframe their conversations and shift their mindset from “money corrupts” to “money gives you the power and freedom to create more art.” hether it’s advising parents how to talk about money to their children or learning how to set a premium price for your skill, Paco shares tips to help you increase your profits – and transform your confidence around money.

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    March 19, 2025 at 4:01 pm

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  5. @sooma-ai

    March 19, 2025 at 4:11 pm

    Paco de Leon discusses how to reframe conversations about money, especially for artists and freelancers. She offers practical advice on setting prices, managing finances, dealing with shame, and teaching children about money, emphasizing the importance of understanding one’s value and the power of financial knowledge.

  6. @namaste5257

    March 19, 2025 at 4:15 pm

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  7. @DominionAnako-bb7ry

    March 19, 2025 at 4:29 pm

    Money comes and goes

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    March 19, 2025 at 4:35 pm

    Broke seems to Goin around alot I’m old worked hard , I have nothing😂🎉

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  11. @TheJamiedickie

    March 20, 2025 at 4:45 am

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  12. @shmasmrmaad

    March 20, 2025 at 8:41 am

    пацаны, это что за хрень сейчас была, а?
    уже и марксистов во Вьетнаме стали лепить из маленьких вьетнамчиков, получая маленьких смешных капиталистиков?
    Карл Мордехай бен Леви Маркс обалдел бы от такого!

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