Inspired by the viral #HillmanTokUniversity trend, I’m excited to teach this free course to help you take control of your money and build a life you love!

Our textbook for this class is How to Afford Everything by Dr. Darla Bishop, available for just $10 as an e-book on Amazon.

How to Get the Most Out of This Course:

✔️ Tune in on TikTok – Classes stream on Fridays
✔️ Get the Textbook (Optional, but Recommended) – How to Afford Everything provides more in-depth guidance and exercises.
✔️ Join the Class Google Drive – Weekly assignments will be posted here. Register below to get access!
✔️ Access the Resource Center – As a student in 101, you also have full access to my curated Resource Center with additional tools to support your learning.
✔️ Listen & Learn – Check out the curated Money Talks Podcast Playlist for expert insights on financial wellness.

Q: How much does this course cost?

The course is 100% free and will be streamed on TikTok every Friday.

Q: Do I need to purchase the book?

How to Afford Everything is not required but is strongly recommended. It provides deeper insights and exercises to help you apply what you learn in class. All weekly assignments will be posted in our class Google Drive so you can fully participate without the book.

Want the book? The e-book is available for just $10 on Amazon. Get it here.

Q: Who is Dr. Bishop and why is she teaching this class?

Dr. Darla Bishop is a financial wellness expert, author, and educator who helps busy people take control of their money—without giving up takeout! She’s the creator of the Paycheck Playbook method and the author of How to Afford Everything, a practical guide to reducing financial stress.

Dr. Bishop has spent years teaching financial wellness strategies to individuals, businesses, and universities, helping them achieve financial stability while maintaining the lifestyle they love.

Q: Is Dr. Bishop a real professor?

Yes! Dr. Darla Bishop is a real professor. She holds a Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) in Health Policy from George Washington University, along with a Master of Public Health (MPH) and multiple Bachelor's Degrees from the University of Michigan.

In addition to teaching financial wellness through workshops, speaking engagements, and media appearances, Dr. Bishop is Public Health faculty at Michigan State University and George Washington University. She combines academic expertise with real-world financial strategies to make money management practical, accessible, and effective.