10 Surprising Ways 'Get Good with Money' Will Change Your Life (Even If You Hate Budgets!)

Unlock the secrets to lasting financial peace with Tiffany Aliche’s revolutionary approach

When you first pick up Tiffany Aliche’s 'Get Good with Money,' it’s easy to assume you’re in for another round of penny-pinching tips and stern lectures about avocado toast. But within the first few pages, you realize this book is something different—a warm, wise, and deeply practical guide to transforming your entire relationship with money. Aliche, known as 'The Budgetnista,' doesn’t just teach you how to save or invest; she introduces the concept of financial wholeness, a state where every aspect of your financial life is working in harmony, no matter your income level or background.

Her ten-step plan begins where most books end: with your mindset. She shares her own story—growing up in a frugal household, learning tough lessons about choices, and ultimately rebuilding after financial setbacks. What sets this book apart is its compassion. You’re not shamed for your mistakes; instead, you’re invited to forgive yourself and move forward with optimism.

The first step is creating a budget, but not the kind that makes you feel trapped. Aliche calls it your 'Say Yes Plan,' designed to help you say yes to what matters most. She recommends using multiple bank accounts to organize your money and automating transfers so saving and bill-paying become effortless. This automation is a game-changer, freeing your mental energy for bigger dreams.

Next, she teaches you to save like a squirrel—building both an emergency fund and separate savings for your goals. The 'Noodle Budget' exercise, where you calculate the bare minimum needed to survive tough times, is both sobering and empowering. It’s about being ready for winter, not living in fear.

Debt, often a source of shame, is reframed as a challenge to be managed, not a moral failing. Aliche walks you through the Snowball and Avalanche methods, encouraging you to celebrate each victory, no matter how small. Her advice is clear: automate your payments, track your progress, and change the way you talk about debt. You’re not 'in debt'; you have debts to pay—and you can do it.

Credit and income are the levers that open new doors. Aliche demystifies the credit score, explaining the five factors that shape it and offering tips to boost your score quickly. She also introduces the 'Brag Book,' a tool for tracking your achievements at work to help you negotiate raises or promotions. If your job isn’t enough, she suggests creative side hustles that align with your skills and passions.

But financial wholeness isn’t just about earning more—it’s about protecting and growing what you have. Aliche covers insurance, investing, and net worth tracking with clarity and warmth. She explains the Rule of 110 for asset allocation and urges readers to review their insurance regularly. Tracking your net worth, she says, is the true measure of progress, not the size of your paycheck.

Finally, the book emphasizes the power of community. Building a money team—financial professionals, accountability partners, and supportive friends—can double your chances of success. Legacy planning, through wills and beneficiary designations, ensures your story continues for generations.

Throughout, Aliche’s voice is encouraging, never judgmental. She reminds you to celebrate every step, practice gratitude, and teach others what you’ve learned. 'Get Good with Money' is more than a book—it’s an invitation to live richer, every day. If you’re ready for a new kind of financial freedom, this is the blueprint you’ve been waiting for.

Ready to start your journey? Check out the full guide and join a community of readers who are living richer, together.