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Losing your job doesn't have to mean losing your lifestyle. A few years ago, Marianne Bellino thought she had it made at Morgan Stanley.

"I was given an executive directorship and given a large team to lead," says Bellino.

Her position eventually led right out the door.

"When I was let go, I decided it was time for me to become the entrepreneur I've always wanted to be, and take my skills and wrap that around something I was passionate about, like nutrition and fitness and time management," says Bellino.

She specializes in showing people ways to stay healthy and fit without spending a fortune. Her website outlines ways to keep an executive look and lifestyle without an executive salary.

"I think the biggest mistake people make is not realizing that there is opportunity out there," says Bellino. "I've had people say to me, 'I don't understand, why are you so busy? You're not working." And I say, 'I'm not working, but I've created an opportunity for myself.'"

Bellino is busy with a number of individual clients and busy finding a number of things people can do at low or even no cost.

"There's free yoga all over the city, there's free gym memberships for one week, there's opportunities for massage therapy," says Bellino. "You can work with with students and get discounted rates."

Her quest leads her to identify a list a number of activities, stores and restaurants where bargains await. One day, she might conduct group tours of a health food stores or a gym.

Bellino's keen eye and optimism have turned the website into a popular spot for those seeking to stretch their bank accounts.

"You never realize where your network will lead," says Bellino. "That's where I learned about all these things. I have not changed my lifestyle dramatically since leaving Morgan Stanley.

Her list of free or low-cost activities and services can be found at www.bnbscoach.com.