Master Weekly Budgeting Through Practice
Learn practical money management skills that actually work in real life. Our hands-on program teaches you to build budgets that stick, track spending without stress, and make financial decisions with confidence.
Start Your Journey
Real Skills for Real Life
Most people struggle with budgeting because they learn theory instead of practice. We flip that around completely. You'll work with actual expenses, real scenarios, and the kind of money decisions you face every week.
- Practice with your own financial situations and goals
- Weekly coaching sessions with experienced mentors
- Small groups of 8-12 participants for personalized attention
- Tools and templates that work with Australian banking systems
- Ongoing support community after program completion
What You'll Actually Learn
We've designed this program around the most common budgeting challenges people face. Each module builds on the last, but you can also focus on areas where you need the most help.
Understanding Your Money Flow
Most budgets fail because people don't really know where their money goes. We start by mapping your actual spending patterns, not what you think you spend.
Building Flexible Weekly Plans
Learn to create budgets that adapt to life's surprises. We cover irregular income, unexpected expenses, and how to stay on track when plans change.
Smart Spending Decisions
Develop quick decision-making skills for everyday purchases. We practice with real scenarios so you can make confident choices in the moment.
Emergency Planning That Works
Build realistic emergency funds and backup plans. We focus on strategies that work with any income level and life situation.
Learn From People Who Get It
Our mentors aren't just financial experts – they're people who've struggled with budgeting themselves and found what actually works. They understand the gap between textbook advice and real life, and they know how to help you bridge it.
Individual Check-ins
One-on-one sessions every two weeks to review your progress and adjust your approach.
Group Problem-Solving
Weekly group calls where participants share challenges and solutions with mentor guidance.
Real-Time Support
Access to mentor advice through our online platform when you're facing actual spending decisions.
Long-term Relationships
Many participants continue working with mentors after the program ends for ongoing accountability.
Meet Your Mentors
Marcus Drewitt
Former accountant who struggled with personal budgeting for years. Now specializes in helping people create systems that actually stick.
Petra Vanstone
Small business owner and single parent who developed practical budgeting methods through necessity and trial-and-error.
Celia Roxburgh
Behavioral finance specialist who focuses on the psychological aspects of money management and spending habits.
Your 12-Week Journey
Each phase builds your skills gradually while giving you plenty of time to practice and adjust your approach based on what works for your life.
Foundation Phase (Weeks 1-3)
Get comfortable with tracking and understanding your current money habits. No pressure to change everything immediately – just observe and learn.
Building Phase (Weeks 4-7)
Create your first weekly budgets and start making small adjustments. Focus on systems that feel manageable and sustainable.
Strengthening Phase (Weeks 8-10)
Handle more complex situations like irregular income, large purchases, and emergency expenses. Build confidence through guided practice.
Mastery Phase (Weeks 11-12)
Fine-tune your approach and create long-term plans. Prepare for independent money management with ongoing support resources.
Ready to Take Control?
Join people who've learned to budget without stress, save without sacrifice, and make money decisions with confidence.
Next cohort begins September 2025
