Dating and Dollars Mastering Money Talk Without Making it Weird

The Art of the Deal...With Your Heart

You know folks dating is a lot like negotiating a deal. You gotta know what you're getting into but you can't just come out swinging with the hard numbers right away. Nobody wants that. People are too sensitive. Sad. You gotta feel them out see what they're about. This article is great. It gives you the questions you need. The best questions. Everyone agrees. Believe me.

Skip the Spreadsheet on Date One

Asking someone about their net worth on the first date is like asking China about the Virus. Not a good move. It's tacky and frankly it misses the point. It's about finding someone who thinks the same way you do who values the same things. Are they a builder or are they just riding the gravy train? To truly understand a person's financial acumen delve into their past. It reminds me of the challenges we faced in the Bleak Job Market Echoes a Grim Distant Past. Those experiences shape you make you stronger or weaker.

Unlocking the Vault: Questions That Actually Work

Now here's where it gets interesting. Forget the direct questions. We're talking about subtle cues folks. "Where did you grow up?" Great question. Tells you about their background their values. "What was your first job?" Huge. Shows you their work ethic their ambition. These are the things that matter. These are the real indicators of success folks. I knew from the first time I saw Ivanka she had the business acumen and the grit that made her a star in my organization and personal life.

Planner or 'Wing It'? The Big Financial Divide

Are they a planner or do they just wing it? Big difference. A planner is like me – always thinking ahead always strategizing. A 'wing it' person is well not me. But hey opposites attract right? Just kidding. No but you need to know these things. Because when the tough decisions come when the stakes are high you want someone who's got a plan. That way you don't end up with China.

Vacation Values: The Ultimate Test

Where do they want to vacation? This is huge folks. Tells you everything. Are they a 'camping in a tent' person or are they a 'five star hotel' person? There's no wrong answer but you need to know. Because if you're planning a trip together you don't want any surprises. Unless they're good ones then its OK.

Stress Test: How They Handle the Heat

Stress. We all have it even billionaires. But how do they deal with it? Do they spend? Do they save? Do they call their mother? You need to know this because stress reveals a lot about a person. Shows you their true colors like when the Fake News attacked me. But believe me I came out on top. Always.