BETTER WAY OF LIFE
FINANCIAL COACHING
Who We Are
At Better Way of Life Financial Coaching, we believe financial clarity creates freedom.
We are women of faith with a heart for education and community growth. Our mission is to help individuals and families move from financial stress to financial confidence through proven, structured financial principles.
We don’t believe money should control your life — it should support your purpose.
Through disciplined money management and practical financial education inspired by time-tested financial peace principles, we equip you with the tools to build stability, create options, and strengthen your future.
LAYLLA MERKES
President & CEO of Better Way of Life Financial Coaching
Laylla Has served as a public servant for the city of Baltimore for over 22 years. My last assignment as a Sheriff Deputy was executing EVICTIONS on a daily bases. I observed the financial hardships my community faces which is absolutely heartbreaking. My giveback to my community is to serve the person I use to be. The Lord has given me an assignment to help others achieve the freedom from financial stress. My life have been completely transformed by getting control over my own money issues. My health is better and my relationships with other people is also better. I've started a financial coaching practice and have completed financial coach master training with Ramsey Solutions. Dave Ramsey is the number one financial coaching guru. The knowledge and skills gained during your coaching sessions will not only help you, it will also help your family members experience the freedom of financial liberty. Since 2018, I have coached individuals, couples, families and groups. NOW, it is time to transform the mind and use a proven world class financial plan. The plan will give you options and solutions that will propel you to think and move forward to live a BETTER WAY OF LIFE.
LISA SLADDEN-THOMPSON
Co-Founder and Director of Education & Marketing
With over 25 years of experience as a professional and leadership development trainer, I bring a deep passion for education, empowerment, and strategic communication to my role as Marketing Director at Better Way of Life Financial Coaching LLC.
Alongside Laylla, I’ve committed my work to helping individuals and families take control of their financial lives through education and practical coaching. Our journey began with our own personal financial transformation, and today, we use that lived experience and financial expertise to walk alongside others.
Since 2018, we’ve guided families in eliminating over $1 million in debt, and we remain dedicated to building a financially empowered community through clear, compassionate, and actionable financial literacy.
