WAKE UP to a Fresh Financial Start This September?

Did you know that nearly 60% of people feel financially ‘behind’ by the time September rolls around? 😲 You’re not alone — and the good news is, this month is the perfect chance to turn things around.

Summer can be tricky for our finances. Holidays, spontaneous outings, last-minute purchases… by the end of August, it’s easy to feel like your wallet has taken a hit. Maybe you’ve spent a little too much, or your budgeting has fallen by the wayside. Sound familiar? That’s exactly why a September financial reset can make a huge difference.

From Beach Days to Budget Days

August is my reflection month. As a teacher, September has always felt like a fresh start — new notebooks, new goals, new energy. And just like we set intentions for the school year, we can set a fresh financial routine too. Let’s use this moment to start September calm, organised, and in control of our money.

Your 3-Step September Reset

So, what can you do to reset your finances? Start small:

📝 Track your spending from August to see where your money went.
💳 Plan your bills and payments for September — set up automatic reminders.
💰 Pick one savings goal for the month, even if it’s just €50.

I remember when I was saving just a few euros here and there… only to spend them the moment an emergency came along. Someone even laughed and said, “Saving? With what money?” But I kept going. That tiny habit slowly turned into a real plan — and eventually, it helped me start my own language school.

September became my turning point — and it can be yours too. This month, take a breath, reflect on the summer, plan your bills, and set one small savings goal (even €50 counts!). Those little steps are what will make you feel calmer and more in control when life throws surprises your way.

If you need a starting point or a proven system that’s worked for many (plus a sprinkle of my Birdhouse English encouragement), have a look at my video "Birdhouse English - From Broke to Budgeting: Dave Ramsey’s 7 Baby Steps" with the free worksheet— let’s start this school year strong, together! Let me know in a comment what’s your financial goal for September?

Did you know that September is often considered the best month to set new financial goals? Studies show that people are more likely to stick to their resolutions after summer ends! Are you feeling stuck in a financial rut as summer ends, wondering how you can turn things around before the year slips away? September is your golden opportunity to reset your finances and I'm going to share my top tips to make it happen! Join me as I challenge myself to completely revamp my finances this September and see how much I can save by the end of the month! Be sure to subscribe to my channel because I'm going to share my top tips for getting your finances in order this September, so you can kick-start a fresh financial journey! 

Are you ready to kick off September with a fresh financial game plan? Then, wings up — let’s fly!

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