Ivy Eisenberg is the founder and CEO of Our IdeaWorks as well as an award winning humor writer and Moth StorySLAM winning storyteller and comedian.Ivy shares her money journey. She began working at the age of 14, lying about her age in order to have some spending money! It has always been important to her to have a steady paycheck in order maintain her lifestyle.Ivy discusses how it has been possible for her to have a 9 to 5 day job while giving time to her passion. She worked as a technical writer and then as a designer of user experience. At the same time, she pursued her interest in stand-up comedy and storytelling. "I never wanted to sell my belongings and live meagerly just to be creative. I like my stuff. I like my house. I like to shop at Whole Foods." Ivy EisenbergKey Takeaways:- Understand your strengths. Ivy uses her gift with language and of understanding how others think to explain technical things to non-technical people.- Find something you love to do and the money will follow. Ivy enjoyed learning about new, cutting edge technologies in her various roles. In her own words, she was obsessed with her work and the art of human communication, rather than being obsessed with the money as others were.- Know your definition of enough. In Ivy’s case, she knew she wouldn’t be happy scrimping and living meagerly in order to follow her creative muses. She has always had a day job to support her lifestyle. And this sense of being supported enables her to truly put her energy into her “after work” life, without worrying about paying the bills.About the guest:Ivy Eisenberg (www.ivyeisenberg.com) is an award-winning humor writer, Moth StorySLAM winning storyteller and comedian, who performs throughout the Greater NYC area and Washington, DC. She has appeared in PBS’s Stories from the Stage, She Makes Me Laugh Comedy Festival, and several other shows. Ivy co-produces “Solo Heroes,” a revue of solo shows in progress, and “Storyboom,” a storytelling show. She also coaches storytellers. By day, Ivy runs an IT and Innovation consultancy, Our IdeaWorks (www.ourideaworks.com)Linkedin:- https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivyeisenberg/Facebook:- https://www.facebook.com/ivy.eisenberg.5 Interested in booking a free consultation? Schedule a call.Stay connected:Connect with Laura on LinkedIn@Rotters5 on TwitterConnect with Laura on FacebookSubscribe to my YouTube channelSubscribe to my newsletterGet your free copy of Unlock Your Money Blocks Workbook : Your step-by-step guide to unlocking your blocks to financial freedom.Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast does not constitute accounting, legal, tax, investment or financial advice. It’s for informational purposes only. You should seek appropriate professional advice for your specific information.

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