Episodes

  • Why You Need to Start Investing Now (with Michael McCarthy from moomoo)

    Why You Need to Start Investing Now (with Michael McCarthy from moomoo)
    Nov 23 2025
    In this week’s episode of SugarMamma’s Fireplay, proudly supported by moomoo, I sit down with influential veteran investor Michael McCarthy to talk about something that’s never been more important getting started with investing. We break down why investing is no longer optional in today’s world, the growing wealth gap between investors and non-investors, and how new technology — especially AI — is helping level the playing field for everyday Australians. To check out the moomoo app, you can download it here: https://start.moomoo.com/0tfLnT - not an affiliate link. Michael shares his professional insights on: Why now is the time to take action and become an investor - especially when you consider the long term impact of inflation. How compounding returns and dividends build long-term wealth. The key differences between active and passive investing — and how to decide which approach suits you. How AI-powered tools inside moomoo are helping investors make more confident and informed decisions. Why it’s possible to start small, stay consistent, and still reach financial independence over time. We also talk about the psychology of getting started — how to overcome hesitation, fear and analysis paralysis — and why waiting for “the perfect time” often costs you more than getting started imperfectly. This episode will empower you to take that next step, no matter where you are in your financial journey. 💡 My Takeaway: The longer you wait to start investing, the harder it becomes to catch up. Time is your greatest asset — not timing. With the right mindset, a disciplined plan, and access to powerful tools like moomoo, anyone can begin building wealth and moving closer to financial freedom. 📲 Resources Mentioned: Download the moomoo app https://start.moomoo.com/0tfLnT Learn more at www.moomoo.com/au 📝 Disclaimer: This episode is sponsored by moomoo. All information discussed is general in nature and should not be taken as personal financial advice. Please consider your own circumstances or consult a licensed financial adviser before making investment decisions. 💬 Let’s Keep the Conversation Going I’d love to hear your thoughts on this episode! Reach out to me anytime on Instagram @SugarMammaTV so we can keep this important conversation alive. 📚 My Books If you’re ready to deepen your financial knowledge, check out my books: Best Seller:The $1000 Project**Mindful Money](https://amzn.to/3RV0poc)Motivated Money by Peter Thornhill(a huge inspiration for me): Read it here (These are Amazon affiliate links to my own books.) 💡 Work With Me Want more support on your financial journey? Here’s how we can work together: The SugarMamma Budget & Cashflow AcademySick of living paycheque to paycheque or feeling overwhelmed by your money?This course includes aone-on-one appointment with me so I can personally help you.👉 Enrol hereMoney Mindset & Manifestation CoachingJoin my program for ongoing support, clarity, and motivation. You’ll get direct access to me and a community of like-minded people ready to make powerful change.👉Join here 🌟 Stay Connected & Inspired Instagram:@SugarMammaTV — money, budgeting, cashflow & motivationInstagram:@CannaCampbellofficial — lifestyle, capsule wardrobe fashion, motherhoodTikTok:@SugarMammaTVYouTube:SugarMammaTV — over 500 bite-sized videos with more than 12 million views!Website:SugarMamma.TVDon’t forget my other podcast:How Do They Afford That? 👉 Listen here ⚖️ General Advice Warning While we discuss financial topics, everything shared here is general information only — never personal, product, or investment advice. Always: Do your own research.Weigh up the pros, cons, fees, caps, taxes, and risks.Seek professional advice before making financial decisions. 📜 Financial Planning License Details The information in this podcast does not take into account your personal circumstances, goals, or needs. Always read relevant Product Disclosure Statements before acquiring any financial product, and seek independent financial advice where appropriate. Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd (AFSL No. 700012 | ABN 97 678 975 589). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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    38 mins
  • START HERE: Should I Get Income Protection Insurance? How to Protect Your Income Without Breaking Your Budget

    START HERE: Should I Get Income Protection Insurance? How to Protect Your Income Without Breaking Your Budget
    Nov 20 2025
    In this empowering Start Here episode, Canna answers a listener’s heartfelt question: “Is income protection worth it — even if it means slowing down my mortgage-free goals?” Canna breaks down what income protection really is, why it matters, and how to make it work within your budget, not against it.From holding cover inside super to adjusting waiting periods and benefit structures, she explains practical, real-world strategies for protecting your most valuable asset — your ability to earn — while staying focused on your long-term financial freedom. This episode will help you understand:✅ What income protection actually does — and how it fits into your financial plan.✅ Smart, budget-friendly ways to afford it without sacrificing your mortgage goals.✅ The risks and trade-offs to be aware of.✅ Why this protection can give you peace of mind and confidence, not financial pressure. Remember: this is general advice only — always seek personal advice before making financial decisions. 🎧 If this episode helped you, please share it with a friend who might be struggling with the same question.💬 Got a question for a future Start Here episode? DM Canna on Instagram — @SugarMammaTV or @CannaCampbellOfficial. 💬 Let’s Keep the Conversation Going I’d love to hear your thoughts on this episode! Reach out to me anytime on Instagram @SugarMammaTV so we can keep this important conversation alive. 📚 My Books If you’re ready to deepen your financial knowledge, check out my books: Best Seller:The $1000 Project**Mindful Money](https://amzn.to/3RV0poc)Motivated Money by Peter Thornhill(a huge inspiration for me): Read it here (These are Amazon affiliate links to my own books.) 💡 Work With Me Want more support on your financial journey? Here’s how we can work together: The SugarMamma Budget & Cashflow AcademySick of living paycheque to paycheque or feeling overwhelmed by your money?This course includes aone-on-one appointment with me so I can personally help you.👉 Enrol hereMoney Mindset & Manifestation CoachingJoin my program for ongoing support, clarity, and motivation. You’ll get direct access to me and a community of like-minded people ready to make powerful change.👉Join here 🌟 Stay Connected & Inspired Instagram:@SugarMammaTV — money, budgeting, cashflow & motivationInstagram:@CannaCampbellofficial — lifestyle, capsule wardrobe fashion, motherhoodTikTok:@SugarMammaTVYouTube:SugarMammaTV — over 500 bite-sized videos with more than 12 million views!Website:SugarMamma.TVDon’t forget my other podcast:How Do They Afford That? 👉 Listen here ⚖️ General Advice Warning While we discuss financial topics, everything shared here is general information only — never personal, product, or investment advice. Always: Do your own research.Weigh up the pros, cons, fees, caps, taxes, and risks.Seek professional advice before making financial decisions. 📜 Financial Planning License Details The information in this podcast does not take into account your personal circumstances, goals, or needs. Always read relevant Product Disclosure Statements before acquiring any financial product, and seek independent financial advice where appropriate. Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd (AFSL No. 700012 | ABN 97 678 975 589). Income protection insurance, superannuation insurance, financial planning Australia, insurance tips, mortgage goals, budgeting, personal finance, insurance through super, financial safety net, mortgage-free journey, salary protection, income insurance explained, Canna Campbell podcast, SugarMamma Fireplay, Start Here series. #SugarMammaTV #StartHere #SugarMammasFireplay #FinancialWellbeing #FinancialEducation #FinancialFreedom #SmartMoney #MoneyGoals #AustralianFinance #MortgageFreeJourney #InsuranceAustralia #IncomeProtection #BudgetingTips #FinancialPlanner #WealthMindsetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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    29 mins
  • Your Money Motivation Manifesto: How to Reignite Your Financial Fire

    Your Money Motivation Manifesto: How to Reignite Your Financial Fire
    Nov 16 2025
    In this inspiring episode, financial planner and author Canna Campbell helps you rediscover your financial spark when motivation starts to fade.Drawing from Brendon Burchard’s The Motivation Manifesto, Canna reveals how to create your very own Money Motivation Manifesto — a framework to help you reconnect with your financial goals, break through fear, and fuel lasting, sustainable motivation for financial freedom. If you’ve ever felt like your money goals have stalled or you’ve lost your drive, this episode will help you reignite your inner fire — and stay consistent for the long term. 💡 Key Topics Covered 1. What Motivation Really Is Motivation isn’t a feeling — it’s a habit. How to create deliberate financial momentum. Examples of small, consistent money actions that compound into freedom. 2. Fear vs. Freedom: The Two Drivers of Money Motivation The difference between acting from fear (scarcity) vs. acting from freedom (abundance). A simple mindset exercise: rewrite your biggest money fear as a financial freedom goal. 3. How to Keep Your Motivation Alive The five key pillars of sustained motivation: clarity, consistency, challenge, celebration, and review. How small wins (like paying down $500 of debt) can fuel long-term consistency. 4. Expectancy Builds Faith The importance of believing in the delayed payoff. How to strengthen trust in your plan during “invisible progress” phases. 5. Visualisation: Seeing Your Future Wealth How visualising success builds the mental muscle for financial discipline. A nightly 3-minute visualisation technique to anchor new habits. 6. The Power of Now How regret and comparison destroy motivation. Refocusing on the only moment that matters: the next step. 7. Rewriting Your Financial Self-Talk Replacing “I’m bad with money” with “I’m learning to master my money.” Why your internal dialogue dictates your external results. 8. Keeping Motivation Fresh How novelty revives discipline: challenges, side hustles, new goals. Micro goals to reignite progress when motivation dips. 9. Becoming Your Own Role Model Why your actions today set the tone for your future self — and your family. How to inspire others by showing up consistently for your goals. 🧠 Key Takeaways Motivation isn’t found — it’s built. Fear can spark change, but freedom sustains it. Celebrate progress, not perfection. Consistency beats intensity. The person you’re becoming is more valuable than the goals you’re achieving. 🪞 Practical Money Motivation Exercises Rewrite Your Fears: Turn every fear into a freedom goal. Visualise Nightly: Spend 3 minutes picturing yourself achieving your next milestone. Quarterly Reviews: Revisit your goals every 3 months and celebrate progress. Challenge Yourself: Try a no-spend weekend or a savings sprint. Positive Self-Talk: Replace limiting beliefs with empowering statements. 🔥 Final Message Motivation is the energy that fuels your FIRE — your Financial Independence, Retire Early journey.With clarity, faith, and consistent action, you can transform not just your finances, but your entire life. 💬 Let’s Keep the Conversation Going I’d love to hear your thoughts on this episode! Reach out to me anytime on Instagram @SugarMammaTV so we can keep this important conversation alive. 📚 My Books If you’re ready to deepen your financial knowledge, check out my books: Best Seller:The $1000 Project**Mindful Money](https://amzn.to/3RV0poc)Motivated Money by Peter Thornhill(a huge inspiration for me): Read it here (These are Amazon affiliate links to my own books.) 💡 Work With Me Want more support on your financial journey? Here’s how we can work together: The SugarMamma Budget & Cashflow AcademySick of living paycheque to paycheque or feeling overwhelmed by your money?This course includes aone-on-one appointment with me so I can personally help you.👉 Enrol hereMoney Mindset & Manifestation CoachingJoin my program for ongoing support, clarity, and motivation. You’ll get direct access to me and a community of like-minded people ready to make powerful change.👉Join here 🌟 Stay Connected & Inspired Instagram:@SugarMammaTV — money, budgeting, cashflow & motivationInstagram:@CannaCampbellofficial — lifestyle, capsule wardrobe fashion, motherhoodTikTok:@SugarMammaTVYouTube:SugarMammaTV — over 500 bite-sized videos with more than 12 million views!Website:SugarMamma.TVDon’t forget my other podcast:How Do They Afford That? 👉 Listen here ⚖️ General Advice Warning While we discuss financial topics, everything shared here is general information only — never personal, product, or investment advice. Always: Do your own research.Weigh up the pros, cons, fees, caps, taxes, and risks.Seek professional advice before making financial decisions. 📜 Financial Planning License Details The information in this podcast does not take into account your personal ...
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    35 mins
  • START HERE: Beating Financial Burnout - Finding Balance, Motivation & Hope For Mandy

    START HERE: Beating Financial Burnout - Finding Balance, Motivation & Hope For Mandy
    Nov 13 2025

    Feeling exhausted by money? You’re not alone.

    In this empowering episode of Start Here, Canna Campbell answers Mandy’s heartfelt question about financial burnout. After years of saving and sacrificing for a home deposit, Mandy now finds herself going backwards — dipping into her hard-earned savings just to cover essentials.

    Canna shares a compassionate pep talk and six practical steps to help anyone reignite their financial fire:

    • Why acknowledging burnout is the first step to recovery.

    • How to redefine what progress really looks like.

    • Bringing back balance and joy so money doesn’t feel like punishment.

    • Adjusting your strategy without giving up on your dream.

    • Finding support in financial communities online.

    • Setting micro-goals that spark momentum and motivation.

    If you’ve ever felt deflated, stuck, or ready to quit on your financial journey, this episode will give you fresh hope, practical strategies, and the reminder that persistence — not perfection — is what creates financial freedom.

    👉 Share this episode with someone who might be struggling too. And if you’d like Canna to answer your money question in a future Start Here episode, email canna@sugarmamma.tv OR DM her on Instagram: @SugarMamma or @CannaCampbellOfficial

    ⚖️ Additional General Advice Warning

    While we discuss financial topics, everything shared here is general information only — never personal, product, or investment advice. Always:

    • Do your own research.
    • Weigh up the pros, cons, fees, caps, taxes, and risks.
    • Seek professional advice before making financial decisions.

    📜 Financial Planning License Details

    The information in this podcast does not take into account your personal circumstances, goals, or needs. Always read relevant Product Disclosure Statements before acquiring any financial product, and seek independent financial advice where appropriate.

    Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd (AFSL No. 700012 | ABN 97 678 975 589).

    #FinancialBurnout #MoneyMindset #FinancialWellbeing #SugarMamma #FireplayPodcast #MoneyTips #FinancialIndependence #BudgetingTips #MoneyMotivation #DebtFreeJourney #FrugalLiving #FinancialFreedom

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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    22 mins
  • Live Longer, Live Better: Why Prevention Is the Best Investment You’ll Ever Make

    Live Longer, Live Better: Why Prevention Is the Best Investment You’ll Ever Make
    Nov 9 2025
    Your health is your greatest asset — and neglecting it can cost you far more than any investment ever could. In this powerful episode of SugarMamma’s Fireplay, Canna sits down with Dr Lena Attebo from Oracle Healthcare, a doctor who specialises in preventative medicine. Together, they unpack why prevention is always cheaper than treatment — financially, emotionally, and physically — and how small, consistent actions can protect both your wellbeing and your wallet. Oracle Healthcare contact details can be found here: Website: https://oraclehealthcare.com.au Health Check Packages: https://oraclehealthcare.com.au/health-checks/individual-health-assessments/ North Shore Health Hub
Ground Floor,
7 Westbourne St,
St Leonards, Sydney,
NSW 2065 +61 2 8866 2222office@oraclehealthcare.com.au You’ll discover:✨ The most important health checks and tests worth prioritising (even on a budget)💊 Whether supplements and wearable trackers are worth your money🏠 Simple at-home health checks that reveal how your body is really doing💰 How staying healthy is actually one of the smartest financial strategies you can make❤️ The real cost of illness — and how prevention buys you time, energy, and peace of mind This episode is a timely reminder that financial freedom means nothing without health freedom. Your body is the engine that drives your dreams — invest in it wisely. 🎧 Listen now on SugarMamma’s Fireplay — available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. 💬 Let’s Keep the Conversation Going I’d love to hear your thoughts on this episode! Reach out to me anytime on Instagram @SugarMammaTV so we can keep this important conversation alive. 📚 My Books If you’re ready to deepen your financial knowledge, check out my books: Best Seller:The $1000 Project**Mindful Money](https://amzn.to/3RV0poc)Motivated Money by Peter Thornhill(a huge inspiration for me): Read it here (These are Amazon affiliate links to my own books.) 💡 Work With Me Want more support on your financial journey? Here’s how we can work together: The SugarMamma Budget & Cashflow AcademySick of living paycheque to paycheque or feeling overwhelmed by your money?This course includes aone-on-one appointment with me so I can personally help you.👉 Enrol hereMoney Mindset & Manifestation CoachingJoin my program for ongoing support, clarity, and motivation. You’ll get direct access to me and a community of like-minded people ready to make powerful change.👉Join here 🌟 Stay Connected & Inspired Instagram:@SugarMammaTV — money, budgeting, cashflow & motivationInstagram:@CannaCampbellofficial — lifestyle, capsule wardrobe fashion, motherhoodTikTok:@SugarMammaTVYouTube:SugarMammaTV — over 500 bite-sized videos with more than 12 million views!Website:SugarMamma.TVDon’t forget my other podcast:How Do They Afford That? 👉 Listen here ⚖️ General Advice Warning While we discuss financial topics, everything shared here is general information only — never personal, product, or investment advice. Always: Do your own research.Weigh up the pros, cons, fees, caps, taxes, and risks.Seek professional advice before making financial decisions. 📜 Financial Planning License Details The information in this podcast does not take into account your personal circumstances, goals, or needs. Always read relevant Product Disclosure Statements before acquiring any financial product, and seek independent financial advice where appropriate. Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd (AFSL No. 700012 | ABN 97 678 975 589). #SugarMammaTV #FireplayPodcast #FinancialFreedom #PreventativeHealth #WealthAndWellbeing #HealthyWealthyWise #MoneyAndHealth #FinancialWellness #LongevityLifestyle #CannaCampbell #OracleHealthcareSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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    39 mins
  • START HERE: How to Use a Margin Loan WISELY: 7 Rules to Reduce Risk & Build Wealth

    START HERE: How to Use a Margin Loan WISELY: 7 Rules to Reduce Risk & Build Wealth
    Nov 6 2025
    In this empowering episode of Start Here, Canna answers a question from Cat — an inspiring investor who’s built an $80,000 portfolio and $4,200 of annual passive income in just three years. Cat is now ready to explore margin lending but wants to understand the risks and how to manage them wisely. Canna breaks down what a margin loan really is, why it can be risky, and seven proven strategies to reduce those risks — the same principles she uses in her own $1000 Project portfolio. You’ll learn how to set smart boundaries, protect your portfolio from volatility, and use leverage as a tool for long-term wealth creation rather than a ticking time bomb. In this episode, you’ll learn: What a margin loan actually is — and why leverage magnifies both gains and losses. The safe way to manage your Loan-to-Value Ratio (LVR). How to stress-test your cashflow before borrowing. Why drawing down slowly and keeping an emergency buffer matters. How to use dividends and interest prepayment strategically. The power of diversification and long-term focus. When to seek professional advice and how to align margin lending with your financial goals. Key Quote: “A margin loan isn’t a shortcut — it’s an amplifier. It magnifies whatever discipline or impulsiveness you already have.” Mentioned Resources: The $1000 Project by Canna Campbell Motivated Money by Peter Thornhill ASIC Moneysmart: Margin Lending Basics Your own superannuation or investment platform’s “risk profile” questionnaire Disclaimer:This podcast provides general advice only and does not take into account your personal financial situation, goals, or needs. Please seek independent financial advice before making investment decisions. 💬 Let’s Keep the Conversation Going I’d love to hear your thoughts on this episode! Reach out to me anytime on Instagram @SugarMammaTV so we can keep this important conversation alive. 📚 My Books If you’re ready to deepen your financial knowledge, check out my books: Best Seller:The $1000 Project**Mindful Money](https://amzn.to/3RV0poc)Motivated Money by Peter Thornhill(a huge inspiration for me): Read it here (These are Amazon affiliate links to my own books.) 💡 Work With Me Want more support on your financial journey? Here’s how we can work together: The SugarMamma Budget & Cashflow AcademySick of living paycheque to paycheque or feeling overwhelmed by your money?This course includes aone-on-one appointment with me so I can personally help you.👉 Enrol hereMoney Mindset & Manifestation CoachingJoin my program for ongoing support, clarity, and motivation. You’ll get direct access to me and a community of like-minded people ready to make powerful change.👉Join here 🌟 Stay Connected & Inspired Instagram:@SugarMammaTV — money, budgeting, cashflow & motivationInstagram:@CannaCampbellofficial — lifestyle, capsule wardrobe fashion, motherhoodTikTok:@SugarMammaTVYouTube:SugarMammaTV — over 500 bite-sized videos with more than 12 million views!Website:SugarMamma.TVDon’t forget my other podcast:How Do They Afford That? 👉 Listen here ⚖️ General Advice Warning While we discuss financial topics, everything shared here is general information only — never personal, product, or investment advice. Always: Do your own research.Weigh up the pros, cons, fees, caps, taxes, and risks.Seek professional advice before making financial decisions. 📜 Financial Planning License Details The information in this podcast does not take into account your personal circumstances, goals, or needs. Always read relevant Product Disclosure Statements before acquiring any financial product, and seek independent financial advice where appropriate. Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd (AFSL No. 700012 | ABN 97 678 975 589). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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    23 mins
  • AI May Take Your Job… But Here’s My Financial Game Plan to Retire Rich

    AI May Take Your Job… But Here’s My Financial Game Plan to Retire Rich
    Nov 2 2025
    In this special SugarMamma’s Fireplay episode — proudly supported by moomoo — I share my personal financial game plan to outsmart AI and build lasting financial independence. Everywhere we look, headlines warn that artificial intelligence is replacing jobs and reshaping industries. But what if, instead of fearing AI, we used it to our advantage — to invest smarter, build passive income, and retire richer and earlier? The moomoo app can be found here: https://start.moomoo.com/0tfLnT I’ll walk you through: Why relying on your salary is no longer enough in the age of AI. How to create passive income that pays you even while you sleep. My own step-by-step investing journey through The $1000 Project, which has grown to a $365,000 share portfolio generating over $16,000 a year in dividends. How AI-powered investing platforms like moomoo make it easier than ever to get started, stay informed and make better investing decisions. Why fractional investing and free AI tools are changing the game for everyday investors. And how you can start small — even with $10 — and build financial independence one investment at a time. This episode is a wake-up call for anyone who’s been sitting on the sidelines. AI may take your job… but it doesn’t have to take your financial freedom. 💡 My Takeaway: AI is not the enemy — it’s an opportunity. If we use it wisely, AI can help us make smarter investing decisions and create the financial security that our jobs alone can’t guarantee. 📲 Resources Mentioned: Download the moomoo app https://https://start.moomoo.com/0tfLnT Learn more at www.moomoo.com/au Explore The $1000 Project via SugarMamma.TV 📝 Disclaimer: This episode is sponsored by moomoo. All information is general in nature and does not constitute personal financial advice. Please consider your own circumstances or seek professional advice before making investment decisions. SugarMammaTV #SugarMammasFireplay #moomoo #AIFinance #InvestSmarter #FIREMovement #FinancialIndependence #RetireEarly #PassiveIncome #DividendInvesting #WealthBuilding #SmartMoney #FinancialFreedom #WomenWhoInvest #AustralianInvestors 💬 Let’s Keep the Conversation Going I’d love to hear your thoughts on this episode! Reach out to me anytime on Instagram @SugarMammaTV so we can keep this important conversation alive. 📚 My Books If you’re ready to deepen your financial knowledge, check out my books: Best Seller:The $1000 Project**Mindful Money](https://amzn.to/3RV0poc)Motivated Money by Peter Thornhill(a huge inspiration for me): Read it here (These are Amazon affiliate links to my own books.) 💡 Work With Me Want more support on your financial journey? Here’s how we can work together: The SugarMamma Budget & Cashflow AcademySick of living paycheque to paycheque or feeling overwhelmed by your money?This course includes aone-on-one appointment with me so I can personally help you.👉 Enrol hereMoney Mindset & Manifestation CoachingJoin my program for ongoing support, clarity, and motivation. You’ll get direct access to me and a community of like-minded people ready to make powerful change.👉Join here 🌟 Stay Connected & Inspired Instagram:@SugarMammaTV — money, budgeting, cashflow & motivationInstagram:@CannaCampbellofficial — lifestyle, capsule wardrobe fashion, motherhoodTikTok:@SugarMammaTVYouTube:SugarMammaTV — over 500 bite-sized videos with more than 12 million views!Website: SugarMamma.TVDon’t forget my other podcast:How Do They Afford That? 👉 Listen here ⚖️ General Advice Warning While we discuss financial topics, everything shared here is general information only — never personal, product, or investment advice. Always: Do your own research.Weigh up the pros, cons, fees, caps, taxes, and risks.Seek professional advice before making financial decisions. 📜 Financial Planning License Details The information in this podcast does not take into account your personal circumstances, goals, or needs. Always read relevant Product Disclosure Statements before acquiring any financial product, and seek independent financial advice where appropriate. Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd (AFSL No. 700012 | ABN 97 678 975 589). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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    26 mins
  • START HERE: How Do I Pay Off $28,000 in Credit Card Debt and Finally Get Ahead?

    START HERE: How Do I Pay Off $28,000 in Credit Card Debt and Finally Get Ahead?
    Oct 30 2025

    Are you stuck in credit card debt and can’t seem to break free — no matter how many times you try? You’re not alone. In this Start Here episode of SugarMamma’s Fireplay, I answer a heartfelt question from Diana, who has $28,000 of credit card debt on a single card and desperately wants to turn her financial life around.

    Together, we unpack:
    ✅ Why toxic debt like credit cards must be cleared before you invest.
    ✅ How to build a small emergency buffer so you don’t slip backwards.
    ✅ The power of budgeting, tracking, and cutting expenses with purpose.
    ✅ Automating repayments and setting mini-goals to stay motivated.
    ✅ How ad hoc payments (tax refunds, bonuses, side hustle income) can fast-track your journey.
    ✅ The importance of breaking old habits and even letting go of credit cards and BNPL for good.
    ✅ The surprising support of the debt-free community online — and how it can keep you inspired.
    ✅ How to use your debt-repayment season to prepare for investing: researching ETFs and LICs, doing a risk profile, setting up an online trading account, and building your financial confidence.
    ✅ Why checking in on your super and personal insurances is part of breaking the debt cycle for good.

    By the end of this episode, you’ll walk away with a clear, step-by-step plan — not just to pay off your debt, but to break free for good and start building the financial independence you deserve.

    ✨ Remember: being debt-free isn’t about restriction — it’s about freedom, clarity, and confidence.

    ⚖️ Additional General Advice Warning

    While we discuss financial topics, everything shared here is general information only — never personal, product, or investment advice. Always:

    • Do your own research.
    • Weigh up the pros, cons, fees, caps, taxes, and risks.
    • Seek professional advice before making financial decisions.

    📜 Financial Planning License Details

    The information in this podcast does not take into account your personal circumstances, goals, or needs. Always read relevant Product Disclosure Statements before acquiring any financial product, and seek independent financial advice where appropriate.

    Canna Campbell is an Authorised Representative and Financial Adviser of Links Licensee Services Pty Ltd (AFSL No. 700012 | ABN 97 678 975 589).

    credit card debt | how to pay off debt fast | debt free journey | debt avalanche | budgeting tips | stop using credit cards | debt snowball | automate repayments | financial freedom | SugarMamma | Canna Campbell | passive income

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    20 mins