Our Step-by-Step Approach to Value-Based Spending

Experience a guided process that respects your unique values, provides clear structure, and supports sound financial decisions. The service is led by consultants experienced in personal analytics and supportive guidance.

Erin Walsh

Erin Walsh

Lead Values Consultant

Meet Our Team

Experts focused on value-driven financial clarity

values consultant Erin Walsh

Erin Walsh

Lead Values Consultant

Bachelor of Business Analysis University of Sydney

Value-based guidance

Equity Financial Group

With a background in personal analytics, Erin tailors recommendations to help clients gain spending clarity and confidence.

analyst David Grant profile

David Grant

Senior Spending Analyst

Master of Applied Finance UNSW Sydney

Personal analytics

Insightful Advisory

David combines analytical detail with practical insight, guiding clients to see how their financial actions reflect their priorities.

consultation specialist Jasmine Li

Jasmine Li

Consultation Specialist

Bachelor of Commerce Monash University

Consultations

Positive Pathway Advisors

Jasmine builds supportive client relationships, making the process collaborative and individually tailored for every session.

facilitator Tom Reid at meeting

Tom Reid

Review Facilitator

Diploma in Business TAFE NSW

Spending reviews

Progressive Approaches

Tom ensures structured reviews, helping clients maintain clarity and progress as their needs evolve over time.

Discover Our Methodology in Detail

Our process ensures that your financial choices truly reflect your values, providing structured support and expert analysis from start to finish. Every step is collaborative, respectful, and contextualised for your unique preferences.

1

Clarifying Core Values and Priorities

We begin by helping you articulate your core financial values and establish clear, actionable priorities that will shape every consult.

Our Shared Goals

Create a foundation based on your personal values and goals.

Our Role

Through open discussion and exploratory questions, we collaborate to uncover the principles that should guide your spending choices. This phase informs the rest of your financial journey and builds mutual understanding between you and your advisor.

Our Approach

We facilitate thoughtful conversations and exercises designed to surface and prioritise the beliefs influencing your financial life.

Analysis Tools

Values-mapping worksheets, guided self-assessment

Expected Outcomes

A documented list of core values and top priorities

Lead consultant
2

Mapping Income and Obligations

Next, we systematically review your household income and fixed obligations, ensuring no element is overlooked.

Our Shared Goals

Build comprehensive clarity on resources and commitments.

Our Role

We provide a secure, judgment-free setting to review all regular income sources and required spending. Every recurring commitment is considered alongside discretionary options, clarifying the flow of resources.

Our Approach

Checklists and structured input sessions ensure accuracy, transparency, and forward planning.

Analysis Tools

Income capture templates, spending review checklists

Expected Outcomes

A summary report of income sources and standing obligations

Spending analyst
3

Allocating Every Dollar With Purpose

Applying the zero-based framework, we work with you to assign roles to every dollar, linking allocations to your stated values and highest priorities.

Our Shared Goals

Ensure all outgoing funds have intention and meaning.

Our Role

Your advisor collaborates with you to allocate resources in a way that honors your values. Structured sessions prevent arbitrary or unconscious spending.

Our Approach

Interactive reviews with spending scenarios to refine and finalise an allocation plan that’s practical and realistic.

Analysis Tools

Spending allocation models, role-play worksheets

Expected Outcomes

Detailed allocation plan, documentation, and scenario outlines

Consultation specialist
4

Maintaining Alignment and Adjusting Over Time

Ongoing support and regular reviews help you adapt as your circumstances and values shift, ensuring continued alignment over the long term.

Our Shared Goals

Keep your financial actions in line with what matters most as life evolves.

Our Role

Scheduled reviews help assess what’s working and where adjustments are needed. Advisors are available for check-ins and fresh input to handle life changes smoothly.

Our Approach

Periodic plan evaluations and outcome tracking, paired with open discussions.

Analysis Tools

Progress logs, adaptable checklists

Expected Outcomes

Updated reports and revised allocation plans as priorities change

Review facilitator

How Our Service Stands Apart

Review how our value-focused, zero-based spending support differs from other financial services.

Key Service Features liraventoxal values-based method Typical Advisory Studio Self-Guided Templates
Personalised Recommendations Yes, always Sometimes Rarely
Collaborative Decision Support Consistently Occasionally No
Values-Driven Approach Core principle Secondary Not included
Ongoing Review Sessions Regularly offered On request None
Transparency and Impartiality Guaranteed Varies Not applicable
Adaptation to Evolving Needs Included Minimally Manual only