The Budget Besties Method Step 2: Build Your Budget—Get everything on one page—your income, debt, bills, spending and savings | 463

Snag Our Simplified Budget System!If you've ever felt overwhelmed, annoyed, or just plain lost trying to budget — you are NOT alone. We’ve seen it all: the scribbled notebook budgets, 111-line spreadsheets with scary color-coding, and "budgets" that are really just transaction trackers in disguise. No wonder budgeting feels like a chore (or a punishment) for so many of us.But good news — it doesn’t have to be that way. 🙌In this episode, we’re diving into:💥 The 5 Reasons Most Budgets Fail:They're way too complicatedThey focus on the past, not the planThey're built paycheck-to-paycheck instead of month-by-monthThey don’t give you real clarityAnd honestly? They’re just ugly (sorry, neon Google Sheets)We show you real-life examples (thanks, clients — we love you) of bad budgets and break down exactly why they didn’t work — even though our clients were genuinely trying.🎉 Then we flip the script and show you…This is the same system we use with every single client, whether they’re just getting started or juggling six-figure incomes. It’s clear, one-page, and dare we say… pretty?Here’s what it includes:Income — Your favorite number! We start here so we know what we're working with.Debt — The not-so-fun column, but necessary for getting that snowball rolling.Bills — Anything with a due date goes here. Think rent, subscriptions, utilities.Spending — All the day-to-day stuff: groceries, gas, Starbucks, kids’ activities, etc.Savings — The game-changer. This is how you break the debt cycle and plan ahead.🌟 This budget isn’t just numbers on a page — it’s a system. It tells you what to do, how much you have left, and makes sure every dollar has a job.Connect With Us: 1️⃣ Facebook Group – Join the community. Our free group is where the real talk happens. Connect with other women who are learning how to budget, save, and finally feel in control, together. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/facebook 2️⃣ Automate Your Budget Masterclass – Watch it now, no waiting. This FREE on-demand training shows you how to set up a budget that matches your lifestyle, without tracking every dollar or feeling restricted. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/automate 3️⃣ Budget – Grab our Simplified Budget System! You don’t need another budget, you need a system that does the math, makes the plan, and gives you permission to spend. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/budget 4️⃣ Private 1-on-1 Coaching – Get a plan and a coach. We’ll build your full budget system together, so you always know what to do and feel confident doing it. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/coaching 5️⃣ Be on the Podcast – Free coaching, real convo. Come chat with us on the show! Get real-time financial coaching and help other women by sharing your story. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/livecall "I love Shana & Vanessa and this podcast is amazing!" 👈🏻 If that sounds like you… ✨ Please take a second to rate & review the show! It helps us reach more people—just like you—who are ready to change their financial future. 🔔 Don’t forget to follow so you never miss an episode! 💌 And if you're feeling extra generous, share this podcast with a friend who needs it. We’d be so honored. 🙌Click here to view our privacy policy. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase!Our Simple 5-Column Budget System that Actually Works: