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EPISODE · Mar 12, 2026 · 24 MIN

The biggest mistake people make after a pay rise

from The Winner's Playbook · host Link Wealth Advice

Send us Fan MailGetting a pay rise should feel like a win, but for a lot of people, the extra money disappears faster than expected.In this episode of The Winner's Playbook, Josh and Billy break down how to actually make a pay rise count. They talk about lifestyle creep, tax, super top-ups, debt reduction, company share schemes, and the small decisions that can have a big impact on your long-term wealth.They also cover the things people often forget to review after a salary jump, like insurance, income protection, wills, and beneficiary nominations. If your income has gone up, your financial strategy probably needs to as well.If you have recently stepped into a new role, changed jobs, or started earning more, this episode will help you make smarter decisions with the extra income instead of letting it quietly disappear.----Want to find an Adviser that suits your financial needs:https://www.linkwealth.com.au/Get in touch with Josh: https://www.linkwealth.com.au/josh-lee-link Get in touch with Billy:https://www.linkwealth.com.au/billy-norman-linkJosh's TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@joshleefinadv Billy's TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@billynormanfp    Sign up to Link Wealth Group’s newsletter, Wealth Simplified: https://www.linkwealth.com.au/wealth-simplified   Our Financial Services + Credit Guide: https://www.linkwealth.com.au/financial-services-and-credit-guide ----    General advice disclaimer: The information contained within this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances. Please reach out if you wish to discuss your personal situation. 

Send us Fan Mail Getting a pay rise should feel like a win, but for a lot of people, the extra money disappears faster than expected. In this episode of The Winner's Playbook, Josh and Billy break down how to actually make a pay rise count. They talk about lifestyle creep, tax, super top-ups, debt reduction, company share schemes, and the small decisions that can have a big impact on your long-term wealth. They also cover the things people often forget to review after a salary jump, like insu...

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