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Entrepreneur's Live Interviews 🎙️ELI - 419 | Karan Ahuja (Cofounder of AiVANTA - Video AI SaaS for Entreprises)Welcome to ELI, your daily dose of entrepreneurship inspiration! In this episode, we speak with Karan Ahuja, co-founder and CEO of AiVANTA, a cutting-edge B2B SaaS platform that helps enterprises optimize video production costs by up to 80%. Karan shares his insights on leveraging AI for video production, bridging the gaps in enterprise-grade solutions, and the future trends in video communication for businesses.
Karan discusses AiVANTA’s innovative approach to AI-driven video production, the platform’s use cases in BFSI, healthcare, and insurance, and how businesses can scale video personalization and localization to enhance communication.
💡 Key Takeaways:
• Enterprise video productio...
2024-12-0937 min
Girl on FIRE60: How To Live A Level 10 Life On Any Budget (Part 2)🎙 In part 2 of this series, we’re talking about areas of wellness you may not have thought of and how you can take control of your wellbeing regardless of your budget. 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 What environmental wellness is and how you can achieve it on any budget; 🌟 Ways to improve your financial wellness, especially if you’re in a relationship; and 🌟 Occupational wellness and why it’s so important to your overall mental health. Links from this episode: Creek Side Press 16 Week Undated Daily Wellness Planner: creeksidepre...
2022-06-2110 min
Girl on FIRE60: How To Live A Level 10 Life On Any Budget (Part 2)🎙 In part 2 of this series, we’re talking about areas of wellness you may not have thought of and how you can take control of your wellbeing regardless of your budget. 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 What environmental wellness is and how you can achieve it on any budget; 🌟 Ways to improve your financial wellness, especially if you’re in a relationship; and 🌟 Occupational wellness and why it’s so important to your overall mental health. Links from this episode: Creek Side Press 16 Week Undated Daily Wellness Planner: creeksidepre...
2022-06-2110 min
Girl on FIRE59: How To Live A Level 10 Life On Any Budget (Part 1)🎙 In part 1 of this series, we’re talking about areas of wellness you may not have thought of and how you can take control of your wellbeing regardless of your budget. 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 What environmental wellness is and how you can achieve it on any budget; 🌟 Ways to improve your financial wellness, especially if you’re in a relationship; and 🌟 Occupational wellness and why it’s so important to your overall mental health. Links from this episode: Creek Side Press 16 Week Undated Daily Wellness Planner: creeksidepre...
2022-06-2113 min
Girl on FIRE59: How To Live A Level 10 Life On Any Budget (Part 1)🎙 In part 1 of this series, we’re talking about areas of wellness you may not have thought of and how you can take control of your wellbeing regardless of your budget. 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 What environmental wellness is and how you can achieve it on any budget; 🌟 Ways to improve your financial wellness, especially if you’re in a relationship; and 🌟 Occupational wellness and why it’s so important to your overall mental health. Links from this episode: Creek Side Press 16 Week Undated Daily Wellness Planner: creeksidepre...
2022-06-2113 min
Girl on FIRE58: How Your Age Impacts Your Investing Strategy🎙 On this episode we’re talking about how your investing strategy typically changes as you get older. Everyone’s investing strategy is different and yours depends on your unique circumstances. But investing strategies and portfolio structures generally follow a similar pattern as we age. 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 Why your age matters when it comes to developing your investing strategy; 🌟 How your age determines how much wealth you can accumulate and how much risk you can take on; and 🌟 How your investing strategy changes as you get older. 🌟 Patron Exclusive Bonus...
2022-05-1511 min
Girl on FIRE58: How Your Age Impacts Your Investing Strategy🎙 On this episode we’re talking about how your investing strategy typically changes as you get older. Everyone’s investing strategy is different and yours depends on your unique circumstances. But investing strategies and portfolio structures generally follow a similar pattern as we age. 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 Why your age matters when it comes to developing your investing strategy; 🌟 How your age determines how much wealth you can accumulate and how much risk you can take on; and 🌟 How your investing strategy changes as you get older. 🌟 Patron Exclusive Bonus...
2022-05-1511 min
Girl on FIRE57: Are MLM’s a Money Maker or Just a Scam?🎙 We’re talking about whether MLMs are a money maker that can boost your income or just a scam that’ll leave you broke and desperate. How do MLMs work and why are they so dangerous? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 What is an MLM, how do they work and why are they so popular? 🌟 What’s the difference between a legit MLM and a pyramid scheme; and 🌟 Patron Exclusive Bonus Content: how can you spot a dangerous MLM and why even a legit MLM may not be the right option for you. Spons...
2022-05-0114 min
Girl on FIRE57: Are MLM’s a Money Maker or Just a Scam?🎙 We’re talking about whether MLMs are a money maker that can boost your income or just a scam that’ll leave you broke and desperate. How do MLMs work and why are they so dangerous? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 What is an MLM, how do they work and why are they so popular? 🌟 What’s the difference between a legit MLM and a pyramid scheme; and 🌟 Patron Exclusive Bonus Content: how can you spot a dangerous MLM and why even a legit MLM may not be the right option for you. Spons...
2022-05-0114 min
Girl on FIRE56: How to FIRE When You Love Your Job🎙 On this episode we’re talking about what FIRE really means. So many listeners get tripped up on the idea of FIRE when they’re planning on continuing to work or love their jobs. But FIRE can look different for everyone. Try this definition instead. 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 What FIRE means and how it can mean different things for different people; 🌟 The difference between FI and RE — and why you don’t need to retire early to reach FIRE; and 🌟 Resources to help you get started on the road to FIRE. Links f...
2022-04-1715 min
Girl on FIRE56: How to FIRE When You Love Your Job🎙 On this episode we’re talking about what FIRE really means. So many listeners get tripped up on the idea of FIRE when they’re planning on continuing to work or love their jobs. But FIRE can look different for everyone. Try this definition instead. 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 What FIRE means and how it can mean different things for different people; 🌟 The difference between FI and RE — and why you don’t need to retire early to reach FIRE; and 🌟 Resources to help you get started on the road to FIRE. Links f...
2022-04-1715 min
Girl on FIRE55: 18 Easy Tips to Protect Yourself & Your Money From Cybercrimes🎙 On this episode we’re talking about what you can do to protect yourself and your hard earned money from cybercrimes like phishing and identity theft. 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 What are some common types of cybercrimes that we’re exposed to online & what do they mean; 🌟 Ways that you can keep your privacy intact while you’re online; and 🌟 How to spot a scam before you lose your money (or your identity!) Links from this episode: Ad Free and Longer Episodes: patreon.com/girlonfirepodcast Credits: Pro...
2022-04-0314 min
Girl on FIRE55: 18 Easy Tips to Protect Yourself & Your Money From Cybercrimes🎙 On this episode we’re talking about what you can do to protect yourself and your hard earned money from cybercrimes like phishing and identity theft. 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 What are some common types of cybercrimes that we’re exposed to online & what do they mean; 🌟 Ways that you can keep your privacy intact while you’re online; and 🌟 How to spot a scam before you lose your money (or your identity!) Links from this episode: Ad Free and Longer Episodes: patreon.com/girlonfirepodcast Credits: Pro...
2022-04-0314 min
Girl on FIRE54: Asset Allocation & Rebalancing Your Portfolio🎙 We’re getting back into some heavier finance topics and taking about asset allocation and whether or not you should rebalance your portfolio. Patrons also get an exclusive look at my asset allocation and what my portfolio is made up of. 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 What is asset allocation and why does it matter; 🌟 How to rebalance your portfolio; and 🌟 Why you should (or shouldn’t) be rebalancing your portfolio. Links from this episode: Ad Free and Longer Episodes: patreon.com/girlonfirepodcast Credits: Producer: Gonzalo...
2022-03-2011 min
Girl on FIRE54: Asset Allocation & Rebalancing Your Portfolio🎙 We’re getting back into some heavier finance topics and taking about asset allocation and whether or not you should rebalance your portfolio. Patrons also get an exclusive look at my asset allocation and what my portfolio is made up of. 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 What is asset allocation and why does it matter; 🌟 How to rebalance your portfolio; and 🌟 Why you should (or shouldn’t) be rebalancing your portfolio. Links from this episode: Ad Free and Longer Episodes: patreon.com/girlonfirepodcast Credits: Producer: Gonzalo...
2022-03-2011 min
Girl on FIRE53: 7 Reasons Why It’s So Hard For Women To Get Rich🎙 We’re honouring International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month by discussing the ways that persistent inequality continues to result in a wealth gap between men and women. But what can you do to take control? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 How women face financial inequality at every turn, no matter how much they earn; 🌟 How to take control and reduce the inequality women face when trying to build wealth; and 🌟 What longevity risk is and how you can prevent it. Links from this episode: Ad Free and Longer Ep...
2022-03-0621 min
Girl on FIRE53: 7 Reasons Why It’s So Hard For Women To Get Rich🎙 We’re honouring International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month by discussing the ways that persistent inequality continues to result in a wealth gap between men and women. But what can you do to take control? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 How women face financial inequality at every turn, no matter how much they earn; 🌟 How to take control and reduce the inequality women face when trying to build wealth; and 🌟 What longevity risk is and how you can prevent it. Links from this episode: Ad Free and Longer Ep...
2022-03-0621 min
Girl on FIRE52: 5 Ways to Practice Financial Self Care🎙 We’re talking about ways to practice financial self care. While chocolate cake and face masks are fun self care, focusing on financial self care can help reduce money-induced stress and anxiety. And that means you’re more worry-free to enjoy the rest of your life. Patrons are also getting a few bonus tips! 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 Why financial self care matters just as much as your physical health; 🌟 A small step you can take to practice financial self care every day; and 🌟 How to set your finances up for less stress and...
2022-02-2710 min
Girl on FIRE52: 5 Ways to Practice Financial Self Care🎙 We’re talking about ways to practice financial self care. While chocolate cake and face masks are fun self care, focusing on financial self care can help reduce money-induced stress and anxiety. And that means you’re more worry-free to enjoy the rest of your life. Patrons are also getting a few bonus tips! 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 Why financial self care matters just as much as your physical health; 🌟 A small step you can take to practice financial self care every day; and 🌟 How to set your finances up for less stress and...
2022-02-2710 min
Girl on FIRE51: What Is Financial Minimalism and How To Practice It🎙 This week we’re talking about financial minimalism. We’re talking about what it is and a few ways that you can practice financial minimalism. Financial minimalism can be defined in a number of ways. It’s kind of one of those “woo woo” millennial concepts that means different things to different people. But is it right for you? And how can you practice it? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 When financial minimalism can be good for your wallet but bad for your mental health; 🌟 What kind of financial minimalism I recommend and try to implement in my own li...
2022-02-2011 min
Girl on FIRE51: What Is Financial Minimalism and How To Practice It🎙 This week we’re talking about financial minimalism. We’re talking about what it is and a few ways that you can practice financial minimalism. Financial minimalism can be defined in a number of ways. It’s kind of one of those “woo woo” millennial concepts that means different things to different people. But is it right for you? And how can you practice it? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 When financial minimalism can be good for your wallet but bad for your mental health; 🌟 What kind of financial minimalism I recommend and try to implement in my own li...
2022-02-2011 min
Girl on FIRE50: Are Your Favourite Finfluencers Spreading These Toxic Positivity Affirmations?🎙 Financial affirmations are a big deal in the finfluencer community these days. And while affirmations can be helpful in creating the mindset shift you need to achieve your goals, they can also be a prime example of toxic positivity. But how can you tell the difference? And what can you do instead? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 What affirmations are and how they can help you achieve your goals; 🌟 Why some financial affirmations circulating the finfluencer community are examples of toxic positivity; and 🌟 The mindset shift you need to be able to reach your goals and...
2022-02-1316 min
Girl on FIRE50: Are Your Favourite Finfluencers Spreading These Toxic Positivity Affirmations?🎙 Financial affirmations are a big deal in the finfluencer community these days. And while affirmations can be helpful in creating the mindset shift you need to achieve your goals, they can also be a prime example of toxic positivity. But how can you tell the difference? And what can you do instead? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 What affirmations are and how they can help you achieve your goals; 🌟 Why some financial affirmations circulating the finfluencer community are examples of toxic positivity; and 🌟 The mindset shift you need to be able to reach your goals and...
2022-02-1316 min
Girl on FIRE49: What Is The ‘Paying Yourself First’ Rule and Does It Work?🎙 The idea of ‘paying yourself first’ is an old and common concept of responsible financial management. It’s something I’ve used in my own finances for years. Today we’re going back to basics talking about this rule. 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 What ‘paying yourself first’ means and what to look out for when you try implementing this rule in your budgeting system; 🌟 How to start paying yourself first if you’ve never done it before; and 🌟 Whether paying yourself first really works. Links from this episode: Episode transcript and show not...
2022-02-0609 min
Girl on FIRE49: What Is The ‘Paying Yourself First’ Rule and Does It Work?🎙 The idea of ‘paying yourself first’ is an old and common concept of responsible financial management. It’s something I’ve used in my own finances for years. Today we’re going back to basics talking about this rule. 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 What ‘paying yourself first’ means and what to look out for when you try implementing this rule in your budgeting system; 🌟 How to start paying yourself first if you’ve never done it before; and 🌟 Whether paying yourself first really works. Links from this episode: Episode transcript and show not...
2022-02-0609 min
Girl on FIRE48: Why AfterPay Is Financially Toxic🎙 Bought it on AfterPay? You’re at risk of totally ruining your finances! AfterPay and other buy now, pay later services may seem like the answer to your money problems. But are they really that great, or are they financially toxic and predatory schemes leading you down the road to financial ruin? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 The real reason why your favourite retailers are offering AfterPay and other buy now, pay later services; 🌟 Why shopping with AfterPay is like a kid throwing a tantrum; and 🌟 Why AfterPay and other buy now, pay later services ar...
2022-01-3027 min
Girl on FIRE48: Why AfterPay Is Financially Toxic🎙 Bought it on AfterPay? You’re at risk of totally ruining your finances! AfterPay and other buy now, pay later services may seem like the answer to your money problems. But are they really that great, or are they financially toxic and predatory schemes leading you down the road to financial ruin? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 The real reason why your favourite retailers are offering AfterPay and other buy now, pay later services; 🌟 Why shopping with AfterPay is like a kid throwing a tantrum; and 🌟 Why AfterPay and other buy now, pay later services ar...
2022-01-3027 min
Girl on FIRE47: Why Retail Therapy Is Keeping You Broke and How to Get It Under Control🎙 Having a bad day? Need some retail therapy to perk you up? You’re not alone. We all need to treat ourselves from time to time. Retail therapy can be good for you, but it can also be super detrimental to your finances if you’re not careful. That doesn’t mean you should stop spending, it just means you need to keep it under control. But how? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 Why you turn towards retail therapy when you’re having a bad day; 🌟 When retail therapy can be damaging to your finances and your life goals...
2022-01-2323 min
Girl on FIRE47: Why Retail Therapy Is Keeping You Broke and How to Get It Under Control🎙 Having a bad day? Need some retail therapy to perk you up? You’re not alone. We all need to treat ourselves from time to time. Retail therapy can be good for you, but it can also be super detrimental to your finances if you’re not careful. That doesn’t mean you should stop spending, it just means you need to keep it under control. But how? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 Why you turn towards retail therapy when you’re having a bad day; 🌟 When retail therapy can be damaging to your finances and your life goals...
2022-01-2323 min
Girl on FIRE46: Ditched Your New Year’s Resolutions? 3 Hacks to Stay Motivated on Your Financial Journey🎙 If you set New Year’s Resolutions for your life and your money this year, chances are, you might have already given up on them or you’re close to quitting. In this weeks’ episode, we’re talking about how to stay motivated and keep on track with your goals, whether they’re goals for your money or your life. How can you make 2022 your best year yet? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 Why most resolutions and changes you make in your life and finances don’t last more than a few weeks; 🌟 Why your personality might be hol...
2022-01-1619 min
Girl on FIRE46: Ditched Your New Year’s Resolutions? 3 Hacks to Stay Motivated on Your Financial Journey🎙 If you set New Year’s Resolutions for your life and your money this year, chances are, you might have already given up on them or you’re close to quitting. In this weeks’ episode, we’re talking about how to stay motivated and keep on track with your goals, whether they’re goals for your money or your life. How can you make 2022 your best year yet? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 Why most resolutions and changes you make in your life and finances don’t last more than a few weeks; 🌟 Why your personality might be hol...
2022-01-1619 min
Girl on FIRE45: 4 Things I Learned About Money While Living in Europe for 15 Months🎙 This week, I’m sharing some of the money lessons I learned during the life changing experience of living in Europe in 2018 and 2019. I’m not exaggerating when I say that I came back to Australia after that experience as a changed woman with huge plans. COVID had other plans, of course, but the lessons I learned still follow me around every day. 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 Why travelling is better when you have more money to spend; 🌟 Why I prioritise spending money on experiences rather than material things; and 🌟 Why learning to set and enforce...
2022-01-0914 min
Girl on FIRE45: 4 Things I Learned About Money While Living in Europe for 15 Months🎙 This week, I’m sharing some of the money lessons I learned during the life changing experience of living in Europe in 2018 and 2019. I’m not exaggerating when I say that I came back to Australia after that experience as a changed woman with huge plans. COVID had other plans, of course, but the lessons I learned still follow me around every day. 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 Why travelling is better when you have more money to spend; 🌟 Why I prioritise spending money on experiences rather than material things; and 🌟 Why learning to set and enforce...
2022-01-0914 min
Girl on FIRE44: 8 Things to Set Yourself Up for Financial Success In 2022🎙 We’re back from our end of season break and season 2 is going to be better than ever! This week, we’re kicking things off with a checklist of 8 simple things you can do right now to set yourself up for financial success in 2022. 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 How to make sure your emergency fund is ready for the new year and any changes in your life; 🌟 How to make sure you’re budgeting for the right expenses and filling in any holes in your budget; and 🌟 How to start budgeting and plannin...
2022-01-0221 min
Girl on FIRE44: 8 Things to Set Yourself Up for Financial Success In 2022🎙 We’re back from our end of season break and season 2 is going to be better than ever! This week, we’re kicking things off with a checklist of 8 simple things you can do right now to set yourself up for financial success in 2022. 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 How to make sure your emergency fund is ready for the new year and any changes in your life; 🌟 How to make sure you’re budgeting for the right expenses and filling in any holes in your budget; and 🌟 How to start budgeting and plannin...
2022-01-0221 min
Entrepreneur's Live Interviews 🎙️ELI - 203 | Karan Mehta (Cofounder of Kissht - Instant EMI without Credit Card)In this video, Karan talks about his journey to build Kissht. Check out his: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karanmmehta/Website: https://kissht.com/
2021-12-1637 min
Girl on FIRE43: 30 Things I’ve Learned About Life and Money (Birthday Special — Part 2)🎙 This week, is the season finale of the first season of Girl on FIRE. And to mark the special occasion, I’m finishing off the season with part 2 of my 2-part series where I share 30 lessons about life and money I’ve learned in 30 years of roaming the planet. 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 The #1 quote I remind myself of everyday to make sure I’m living the best life I possibly can; 🌟 What I’ve learned about work / life balance and how to really create balance in your life; and 🌟 The philosophy I live m...
2021-10-2413 min
Girl on FIRE43: 30 Things I’ve Learned About Life and Money (Birthday Special — Part 2)🎙 This week, is the season finale of the first season of Girl on FIRE. And to mark the special occasion, I’m finishing off the season with part 2 of my 2-part series where I share 30 lessons about life and money I’ve learned in 30 years of roaming the planet. 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 The #1 quote I remind myself of everyday to make sure I’m living the best life I possibly can; 🌟 What I’ve learned about work / life balance and how to really create balance in your life; and 🌟 The philosophy I live m...
2021-10-2413 min
Girl on FIRE42: 30 Things I’ve Learned About Life and Money (Birthday Special — Part 1)🎙 This week, I’m kicking off a 2-part series to end the first season of Girl on FIRE with a bang! As I prepare to celebrate my 30th birthday, I wanted to share some lessons and wisdom I’ve learned about money in my 30 year trip around the sun. 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 The #1 lesson I learned about money that has shaped all the decisions I’ve made in my life since then; 🌟 Lessons I’ve learned about being an independent, feminist woman and money; and 🌟 Why fighting about money with your partner is ne...
2021-10-1716 min
Girl on FIRE42: 30 Things I’ve Learned About Life and Money (Birthday Special — Part 1)🎙 This week, I’m kicking off a 2-part series to end the first season of Girl on FIRE with a bang! As I prepare to celebrate my 30th birthday, I wanted to share some lessons and wisdom I’ve learned about money in my 30 year trip around the sun. 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 The #1 lesson I learned about money that has shaped all the decisions I’ve made in my life since then; 🌟 Lessons I’ve learned about being an independent, feminist woman and money; and 🌟 Why fighting about money with your partner is ne...
2021-10-1716 min
Girl on FIRE41: How to Choose Which ETFs to Invest In🎙 This week, we’re talking about how you can choose which ETFs to invest in. We’ve talked about the magic of ETFs many times on this show, but when it comes to actually investing in them, it can be hard to choose which ETFs to purchase. There are tons of options out there and it’s easy to get overwhelmed or confused, especially for beginners. So, how do you know which ETFs you should consider investing in? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 What costs you need to look out for when choosing ETFs and what they mean...
2021-10-1010 min
Girl on FIRE41: How to Choose Which ETFs to Invest In🎙 This week, we’re talking about how you can choose which ETFs to invest in. We’ve talked about the magic of ETFs many times on this show, but when it comes to actually investing in them, it can be hard to choose which ETFs to purchase. There are tons of options out there and it’s easy to get overwhelmed or confused, especially for beginners. So, how do you know which ETFs you should consider investing in? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 What costs you need to look out for when choosing ETFs and what they mean...
2021-10-1010 min
Girl on FIRE40: How to Save Money for Anything You Want on Any Income🎙 This week, we’re talking about how to save up for anything (and everything) you want, no matter what your income level is. Sinking funds are a great way to set aside money for all your life goals so that you can build the life you want without having to struggle from paycheck to paycheck or rely on debt and credit cards. But what are sinking funds, how do they work and how can you incorporate them into your financial foundation? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 What sinking funds are and how they work; 🌟 How sin...
2021-10-0320 min
Girl on FIRE40: How to Save Money for Anything You Want on Any Income🎙 This week, we’re talking about how to save up for anything (and everything) you want, no matter what your income level is. Sinking funds are a great way to set aside money for all your life goals so that you can build the life you want without having to struggle from paycheck to paycheck or rely on debt and credit cards. But what are sinking funds, how do they work and how can you incorporate them into your financial foundation? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 What sinking funds are and how they work; 🌟 How sin...
2021-10-0320 min
Girl on FIRE39: How Wealthy People Can Still Be Broke🎙 This week, we’re talking about how wealth and income are different things. And having a high income doesn’t necessarily mean that you have wealth. This is a super important distinction especially on social media where we’re all vulnerable to the comparison game. But if your income doesn’t make you wealthy, then what does? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 The difference between wealth and income and how they interact in your financial plan; 🌟 Why high incomes are often mistaken for wealth or “being rich”; and 🌟 How the confusion between income and wealth b...
2021-09-2611 min
Girl on FIRE39: How Wealthy People Can Still Be Broke🎙 This week, we’re talking about how wealth and income are different things. And having a high income doesn’t necessarily mean that you have wealth. This is a super important distinction especially on social media where we’re all vulnerable to the comparison game. But if your income doesn’t make you wealthy, then what does? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 The difference between wealth and income and how they interact in your financial plan; 🌟 Why high incomes are often mistaken for wealth or “being rich”; and 🌟 How the confusion between income and wealth b...
2021-09-2611 min
Girl on FIRE38: How to Be a Socially Responsible Investor🎙 This week, we’re talking about how to make a difference with your investing. Just because you’re investing to make money and build wealth, it doesn’t mean you can’t support the cause and social issues that are important to you. But how can you save the planet, support racial and gender equality while making money? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 What socially responsible or socially conscious investing is and how you can incorporate it into your investing strategy; 🌟 What to look for as a socially responsible investor when you’re investing in individua...
2021-09-1913 min
Girl on FIRE38: How to Be a Socially Responsible Investor🎙 This week, we’re talking about how to make a difference with your investing. Just because you’re investing to make money and build wealth, it doesn’t mean you can’t support the cause and social issues that are important to you. But how can you save the planet, support racial and gender equality while making money? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 What socially responsible or socially conscious investing is and how you can incorporate it into your investing strategy; 🌟 What to look for as a socially responsible investor when you’re investing in individua...
2021-09-1913 min
Girl on FIRE37: Is Financial Infidelity Really as Bad as It Sounds?🎙 This week, I’m giving you a ton of food for thought. We’re talking about financial infidelity — what it is, when it happens, why it’s so bad and why A LOT of people think it’s worse than cheating. But we’re also going to take a good look at the concept of financial infidelity and discuss whether it’s really that bad. 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 What financial infidelity is, why it’s so damaging to relationships and when it’s likely to occur; 🌟 How to combat the likelihood of falling victim to financial...
2021-09-1229 min
Girl on FIRE37: Is Financial Infidelity Really as Bad as It Sounds?🎙 This week, I’m giving you a ton of food for thought. We’re talking about financial infidelity — what it is, when it happens, why it’s so bad and why A LOT of people think it’s worse than cheating. But we’re also going to take a good look at the concept of financial infidelity and discuss whether it’s really that bad. 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 What financial infidelity is, why it’s so damaging to relationships and when it’s likely to occur; 🌟 How to combat the likelihood of falling victim to financial...
2021-09-1229 min
Girl on FIRE36: The Choices We Make and the Chances We Get🎙 This episode is quite different to other episodes on this show. It’s a call to action to remind you not to waste the opportunities you get to make choices for your own life and your own future. Because that’s what Afghan women have faced in the past in the wake of Taliban control. And we’re about to watch history repeat itself from the safety of our living rooms. 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 What life was like for women under Taliban control the last time; 🌟 How freedoms are already threatened for Afghan women a...
2021-09-0507 min
Girl on FIRE36: The Choices We Make and the Chances We Get🎙 This episode is quite different to other episodes on this show. It’s a call to action to remind you not to waste the opportunities you get to make choices for your own life and your own future. Because that’s what Afghan women have faced in the past in the wake of Taliban control. And we’re about to watch history repeat itself from the safety of our living rooms. 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 What life was like for women under Taliban control the last time; 🌟 How freedoms are already threatened for Afghan women a...
2021-09-0507 min
Girl on FIRE35: How to Pick Stocks to Invest in (Part 4: Non-Financial Factors)🎙 In part 4, the final part of this series, we’re looking at non-financial factors that can make or break a stock market investment. When picking stocks, it’s important to consider not only the company leadership team, but also the political and economic factors where the company operates. These factors will impact the returns you can earn on your investment. 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 Why you need to Google a company’s CEO before you buy stocks in their company; 🌟 How to determine whether a company is at risk of being outperformed by new competitors...
2021-08-2913 min
Girl on FIRE35: How to Pick Stocks to Invest in (Part 4: Non-Financial Factors)🎙 In part 4, the final part of this series, we’re looking at non-financial factors that can make or break a stock market investment. When picking stocks, it’s important to consider not only the company leadership team, but also the political and economic factors where the company operates. These factors will impact the returns you can earn on your investment. 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 Why you need to Google a company’s CEO before you buy stocks in their company; 🌟 How to determine whether a company is at risk of being outperformed by new competitors...
2021-08-2913 min
Girl on FIRE34: How to Pick Stocks to Invest in (Part 3: Financial Security)🎙 In part 3 of this series, we’re looking at how to determine whether a company is solvent and liquid — meaning whether it can pay it’s bills and isn’t secretly broke. Knowing the difference will give you peace of mind that your money is invested in a safe company. But how can you determine the financial security of potential investment options? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 What solvent and liquid mean when you’re looking for a company to invest in; 🌟 How to determine whether or not a company can pay its’ bills and its’ debts; an...
2021-08-2215 min
Girl on FIRE34: How to Pick Stocks to Invest in (Part 3: Financial Security)🎙 In part 3 of this series, we’re looking at how to determine whether a company is solvent and liquid — meaning whether it can pay it’s bills and isn’t secretly broke. Knowing the difference will give you peace of mind that your money is invested in a safe company. But how can you determine the financial security of potential investment options? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 What solvent and liquid mean when you’re looking for a company to invest in; 🌟 How to determine whether or not a company can pay its’ bills and its’ debts; an...
2021-08-2215 min
Girl on FIRE33: How to Pick Stocks to Invest in (Part 2: Profitability and Valuation)🎙 In part 2 of this series, we’re looking at some of the key ratios you need to be aware of when you’re learning how to pick stocks. We’ll focus on some of the key profitability and valuation ratios like EPS, P/E ratio and return on equity. These help investors determine whether or not a company is a good investment choice for their investing strategy. 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 Why looking at the profit line in company financial statements isn’t enough; 🌟 How ratios and benchmarks can change and don’t always give you the...
2021-08-1528 min
Girl on FIRE33: How to Pick Stocks to Invest in (Part 2: Profitability and Valuation)🎙 In part 2 of this series, we’re looking at some of the key ratios you need to be aware of when you’re learning how to pick stocks. We’ll focus on some of the key profitability and valuation ratios like EPS, P/E ratio and return on equity. These help investors determine whether or not a company is a good investment choice for their investing strategy. 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 Why looking at the profit line in company financial statements isn’t enough; 🌟 How ratios and benchmarks can change and don’t always give you the...
2021-08-1528 min
Girl on FIRE32: How to Pick Stocks to Invest in (Part 1: Understanding Financial Statements)🎙 Picking stocks to invest in is not an easy task. There’s a lot that goes into it and it carries more risk than a well diversified ETF. But when done correctly, picking individual stocks to invest in is a great way to boost your wealth. But how do you go about picking stocks? And why do you need to be able to understand a company’s financial statements? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 Why you should consider investing in individual stocks and when you’re better off investing in ETFs; 🌟 How companies report on their fi...
2021-08-0834 min
Girl on FIRE32: How to Pick Stocks to Invest in (Part 1: Understanding Financial Statements)🎙 Picking stocks to invest in is not an easy task. There’s a lot that goes into it and it carries more risk than a well diversified ETF. But when done correctly, picking individual stocks to invest in is a great way to boost your wealth. But how do you go about picking stocks? And why do you need to be able to understand a company’s financial statements? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 Why you should consider investing in individual stocks and when you’re better off investing in ETFs; 🌟 How companies report on their fi...
2021-08-0834 min
Girl on FIRE31: Why Is It So Hard to Save and Invest for Retirement🎙 For most of us, saving and investing for retirement is hard to do. We need to find the money in our current budget to invest for our future selves. But that’s not all. There’s a psychological reason why investing for retirement is so hard. But how can we get past it? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 Why DIY retirement schemes make the goal of saving $1M for retirement so much harder; 🌟 Why we’d rather spend our money now than save or invest it for retirement; and 🌟 How you can find more money i...
2021-08-0123 min
Girl on FIRE31: Why Is It So Hard to Save and Invest for Retirement🎙 For most of us, saving and investing for retirement is hard to do. We need to find the money in our current budget to invest for our future selves. But that’s not all. There’s a psychological reason why investing for retirement is so hard. But how can we get past it? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 Why DIY retirement schemes make the goal of saving $1M for retirement so much harder; 🌟 Why we’d rather spend our money now than save or invest it for retirement; and 🌟 How you can find more money i...
2021-08-0123 min
Girl on FIRE30: How to Reach FIRE Even Faster With a 401(K) / Superannuation🎙 The race to FIRE is a tough one. It takes years of dedication to investing and growing your portfolio before you reach financial independence and you can retire early. When you retire early, you need a bigger nest egg because you’ll be drawing income from your investments for decades longer than traditional retirement. And it takes decades to build a portfolio that’s large enough. But what if there was a way to speed up your journey? You might be able to reach FIRE even earlier by taking advantage of a program that’s sitting right under your nose… 🤔
2021-07-2526 min
Girl on FIRE30: How to Reach FIRE Even Faster With a 401(K) / Superannuation🎙 The race to FIRE is a tough one. It takes years of dedication to investing and growing your portfolio before you reach financial independence and you can retire early. When you retire early, you need a bigger nest egg because you’ll be drawing income from your investments for decades longer than traditional retirement. And it takes decades to build a portfolio that’s large enough. But what if there was a way to speed up your journey? You might be able to reach FIRE even earlier by taking advantage of a program that’s sitting right under your nose… 🤔
2021-07-2526 min
Girl on FIRE29: How Much Is Your Freedom Worth? (Opportunity Cost and Why It Matters)🎙 This episode has the power to change your life. Once you learn this, you can’t unlearn it and you’ll be seeing it everywhere. In this episode, I talk about opportunity cost and what that means for your finances. But I also talk about how it reflects what your freedom is worth. The financial choices you make have more than just a financial impact. And I’m not just talking about your carbon footprint. 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 What opportunity cost means and why it’s a fundamental concept of modern economics; 🌟 How to see th...
2021-07-1820 min
Girl on FIRE29: How Much Is Your Freedom Worth? (Opportunity Cost and Why It Matters)🎙 This episode has the power to change your life. Once you learn this, you can’t unlearn it and you’ll be seeing it everywhere. In this episode, I talk about opportunity cost and what that means for your finances. But I also talk about how it reflects what your freedom is worth. The financial choices you make have more than just a financial impact. And I’m not just talking about your carbon footprint. 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 What opportunity cost means and why it’s a fundamental concept of modern economics; 🌟 How to see th...
2021-07-1820 min
Girl on FIRE28: How To Retire Early (Calculating Your FIRE Number)🎙 In this episode I give you a behind the scenes look at my FIRE number calculation and my expected early retirement age. I’m covering all the variables and assumptions that you need to calculate your own path to FIRE. Early retirement isn’t just for the super rich. If I can plan for it, you can plan for it too. But it’s super important that your FIRE number calculation and early retirement age are realistic. Otherwise, you run the risk of falling short and running out of money. And what you hear on the internet about multiplying your expe...
2021-07-1126 min
Girl on FIRE28: How To Retire Early (Calculating Your FIRE Number)🎙 In this episode I give you a behind the scenes look at my FIRE number calculation and my expected early retirement age. I’m covering all the variables and assumptions that you need to calculate your own path to FIRE. Early retirement isn’t just for the super rich. If I can plan for it, you can plan for it too. But it’s super important that your FIRE number calculation and early retirement age are realistic. Otherwise, you run the risk of falling short and running out of money. And what you hear on the internet about multiplying your expe...
2021-07-1126 min
Girl on FIRE27: Why The Stock Market is Stupid and Investors Are Too Emotional🎙 Emotional investing…speculation…market sentiment… these are all the things that drive the stock market. Which means that they determine what happens to your wealth, even when you have a solid and well-researched investing strategy. So, how do these forces actually work, and how can you protect your wealth against them? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 How emotional investing feeds market sentiment and speculation; 🌟 Whether choosing water over Coke really spells doom and gloom for your investments; and 🌟 Why the stock market can be a little stupid and investors can go a little crazy.
2021-07-0425 min
Girl on FIRE27: Why The Stock Market is Stupid and Investors Are Too Emotional🎙 Emotional investing…speculation…market sentiment… these are all the things that drive the stock market. Which means that they determine what happens to your wealth, even when you have a solid and well-researched investing strategy. So, how do these forces actually work, and how can you protect your wealth against them? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 How emotional investing feeds market sentiment and speculation; 🌟 Whether choosing water over Coke really spells doom and gloom for your investments; and 🌟 Why the stock market can be a little stupid and investors can go a little crazy.
2021-07-0425 min
Girl on FIRE26: Why Day Trading Is Like Gambling and Long Term Investing Is Queen🎙 Day trading is often seen as a way to get rich quick. But it’s almost impossible to day trade your way to a million-dollar retirement, especially with the effects of emotional investing and stock market sentiment. So, why does it seem like it’s the winning lottery ticket you’ve been waiting for? Why does it go wrong? And why is long term investing the better strategy? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 What day trading is and why most people who try day trading end up losing a lot of money; 🌟 How emotional investin...
2021-06-2716 min
Girl on FIRE26: Why Day Trading Is Like Gambling and Long Term Investing Is Queen🎙 Day trading is often seen as a way to get rich quick. But it’s almost impossible to day trade your way to a million-dollar retirement, especially with the effects of emotional investing and stock market sentiment. So, why does it seem like it’s the winning lottery ticket you’ve been waiting for? Why does it go wrong? And why is long term investing the better strategy? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 What day trading is and why most people who try day trading end up losing a lot of money; 🌟 How emotional investin...
2021-06-2716 min
Girl on FIRE25: How to Get Rich While You Sleep (What You Need to Know About Dividends)🎙 Making money while you sleep sounds great, doesn’t it? And the good news is that it’s available to anyone when you invest in stocks that pay good dividends. It’s a great way to add extra income to your wallet and boost your financial goals. Income investing through dividends is also a great option for creating an income stream in retirement. But how do dividends work? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 How to choose which stocks to invest in when you want to earn dividend income; 🌟 What steps you need to take when you inve...
2021-06-2028 min
Girl on FIRE24: What Is Dollar Cost Averaging and How Does It Impact Your Wealth?🎙 Dollar cost averaging is a common investing strategy that’s often considered to be good for beginner investors and those investing under a long term buy and hold strategy. But it may not be the best option for you. How does it work? And how does using a dollar cost averaging strategy impact your wealth? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 How dollar cost averaging works and how you can implement this strategy; 🌟 How dollar cost averaging can be beneficial for beginners and emotional investors; and 🌟 How dollar cost averaging can increase your wealth and w...
2021-06-1326 min
Girl on FIRE24: What Is Dollar Cost Averaging and How Does It Impact Your Wealth?🎙 Dollar cost averaging is a common investing strategy that’s often considered to be good for beginner investors and those investing under a long term buy and hold strategy. But it may not be the best option for you. How does it work? And how does using a dollar cost averaging strategy impact your wealth? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 How dollar cost averaging works and how you can implement this strategy; 🌟 How dollar cost averaging can be beneficial for beginners and emotional investors; and 🌟 How dollar cost averaging can increase your wealth and w...
2021-06-1326 min
Girl on FIRE23: How Much Money Do you Need for Retirement (Does the 4% Rule Really Work?)🎙 The 4% rule is a common rule of thumb used by financial experts for decades to determine how much money you need for retirement. But it’s not necessarily the best advice for a number of reasons, especially when you’re aiming to FIRE and retire many years earlier than traditional retirement. So why doesn’t the 4% rule work? And how do you then determine how much money you need to be able to retire? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 The biggest problem with the 4% rule that many financial experts overlook; 🌟 Why the 4% rule isn’t the best too...
2021-06-0633 min
Girl on FIRE23: How Much Money Do you Need for Retirement (Does the 4% Rule Really Work?)🎙 The 4% rule is a common rule of thumb used by financial experts for decades to determine how much money you need for retirement. But it’s not necessarily the best advice for a number of reasons, especially when you’re aiming to FIRE and retire many years earlier than traditional retirement. So why doesn’t the 4% rule work? And how do you then determine how much money you need to be able to retire? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 The biggest problem with the 4% rule that many financial experts overlook; 🌟 Why the 4% rule isn’t the best too...
2021-06-0633 min
Girl on FIRE22: How to Pay Off Debt Faster and Smarter (4 Successful Strategies)🎙 It’s super important to pay off your high interest debt before you start investing and then continue paying off your debt while you’re investing. But paying off debt isn’t easy. And the longer it takes, the more returns you sacrifice in the market. But there is hope! This episode goes through some successful strategies you can use to pay off your debt smarter and faster so that you can start investing sooner and watch your money grow. But what are those strategies, and how do they work? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 Why making only...
2021-05-3025 min
Girl on FIRE21: 5 Money Myths Preventing You From Living the Life of Your Dreams🎙 Budgeting may be the foundation you need to start investing and building real, lasting wealth. But it’s often seen as a chore that no one wants to spend time on. It’s easy to keep making excuses and believing the myths that tell you budgeting isn’t going to work for you. But those myths are keeping you broke, keeping you miserable and stopping you from building the life of your dreams. It’s time to bust those myths and stop making excuses. 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 The #1 excuse I hear about why people don’t like...
2021-05-2325 min
Girl on FIRE20: Why You Should Start Investing Before You’re Debt Free🎙 Popular advice will tell you to pay off your debt first before you start investing. But following that advice means that you could be leaving tens of thousands of dollars on the table when it comes time to retire. It’s important to set a solid financial foundation before you start investing. You need to learn how to manage the money you already have before you start making more. But that doesn’t mean you need to follow outdated and unhelpful (and often expensive) advice. But then, what comes first? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 What your #1...
2021-05-1622 min
Girl on FIRE19: How to Calculate Your Savings Rate and Determine When You’ll Reach Financial Independence🎙 Savings rate calculation — the #1 factor that determine when you'll reach financial independence is your savings rate, learn how to calculate it and retire earlier than you every thought possible! 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 Why your savings rate is the #1 factor that will determine when you’re able to retire; 🌟 How to calculate your savings rate and what it means for your financial independence; and 🌟 What your savings rate should be if you want to retire early. Links from this episode: Mr Money Moustache - The shockingly simple math behind...
2021-05-0921 min
Girl on FIRE18: How to Invest in Bonds and Grow Your Wealth the Easy Way🎙 Bonds have been a great way to invest for income for quite some time. Even if Captain America isn’t getting on stage to sell them. But what are bonds and how to you invest in bonds in the first place? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 Why lending money can be a good way to invest and generate an income stream; 🌟 Why investing in bonds is considered to be safer than investing in shares and is popular in retirement; and 🌟 What risks are involved with investing in bonds and how to start investing i...
2021-05-0219 min
Girl on FIRE17: How to Invest in ETFs and Get Rich (the Simple Path to FIRE)🎙 How do you become a millionaire on autopilot? You invest in ETFs and hold on for the long haul. This is a super simple and effective way to build wealth, and reach FIRE. ETFs have been gaining in popularity over the past few decades - but what are they and how do you invest in them? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 Why ETFs are perfect for lazy investors and beginners just learning how to invest; 🌟 How ETFs can make you a millionaire without any extra work and effort on your part — even while you sleep; and...
2021-04-2520 min
Girl on FIRE16: How to Make Easy Money From the Stock Market (the Ultimate Beginners' Guide) (Part 2)🎙 Investing in the stock market is a great way to make passive income and build your wealth, even for beginners and even if you only have a little bit of money to invest. But it’s easy to lose a lot of money if you don’t know what you’re doing and you make a bad decision. 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 Why you should’t try to time the market and why day trading is a fast way to lose a lot of money; 🌟 How to get started investing in the stock market even if...
2021-04-1817 min
Girl on FIRE15: How to Make Easy Money From the Stock Market (the Ultimate Beginners' Guide) (Part 1)🎙 Investing in the stock market is a great way to make passive income and build your wealth. But for beginners it can be scary when you don’t know how to make easy money while avoiding the risks. 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 The 2 ways to make money from the stock market without any extra time, effort or energy (make money while you sleep!); 🌟 Why investing in the stock market is so beneficial, even for beginners; and 🌟 How to buy more stocks on autopilot and build wealth while you sleep. Links from this e...
2021-04-1123 min
Girl on FIRE14: How to Start Investing: What Beginners Need to Know to Get Rich (the Ultimate Guide)🎙 Ready to build real wealth? Learn how to start investing and determine your investing strategy, even if you're a beginner. Your investing strategy is like a GPS for your investing. It knows where you want to go and how to get there. There’s no getting rich quick here, but it’s easy to lose a lot of money if you don’t know what you’re doing. Having a solid investing strategy will take your risk tolerance and time horizon into account while making sure you’re only investing in something you understand. But how to do determine your investin...
2021-04-0426 min
Girl on FIRE13: How to Use a Credit Card Debt Free (Proven & Simple Hacks)🎙 Credit cards aren’t as evil as some financial experts would have you believe. When used responsibly, they’re a great tool to help you make the most out of your money and offer great benefits like points and travel hacking. But how do you use a credit card properly and responsibly without accumulating debt? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 When it’s okay to use a credit card in emergencies; 🌟 What banks and card providers don’t want you to know about your credit card debt; and 🌟 How to use a credit card without g...
2021-03-2822 min
Girl on FIRE12: How to Ask Your Boss For a Raise (Awesome Hacks that will Empower You!)🎙 One of the most important aspects of building wealth is earning enough income to cover your expenses, enjoy your life in the present and invest for financial independence. And in order to do that, you need to get paid what you deserve. That’s why this week, we’re discussing how to ask your boss for a raise. It’s about maximising the income you already work before adding additional streams of income. It’s not always an easy conversation to have, so how do you ask? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 How to prove to your boss that...
2021-03-2138 min
Girl on FIRE11: The #1 Financial Metric You Need to Focus on to Build Wealth & Get Rich🎙 Your net worth is the #1 financial metric to focus on if you want to build lasting wealth and live the life of your dreams. But how do you calculate it? It’s not super complicated, but it’s easy to get it wrong. Get in the habit of calculating your net worth often and tracking it monthly to see how it changes. I’m sure you’ve seen people sharing their net worth all over the internet, but what does it mean? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 The most important factor that determines whether you really have an as...
2021-03-1426 min
Girl on FIRE10: How to Explode Your Wealth: Overcome Living Paycheck to Paycheck & Get Rich🎙 In the final episode of my 3-part deep dive series, we’re talking about my favourite budgeting method — budget by paycheck. It’s the method that I personally used to grow my net worth to 6-figures by the time I was 23. Not only that, but it’s the only budget method I recommend if you’re paid multiple times per month, earning an irregular income or trying to break free from the paycheck to paycheck cycle. Are you ready for it? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 Why the paycheck budget is the best method for breaking the cycle...
2021-03-0750 min
Girl on FIRE9: Are you Falling for this Dumb Money Mistake? The Truth About Dave Ramsey's Budget🎙 In part 2 of my 3-part deep dive series, we’re taking a close look at the percentage based budget method, particularly the one recommended by Dave Ramsey. It’s a super popular method of budgeting household income because it’s quick and simple, and Ramsey himself is really popular. But it isn’t perfect, in fact it has some pretty big holes. So are your dreams worth gambling on this method? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 Why Dave Ramsey’s percentage based budget won’t make sense for you (and why he isn’t always right); 🌟 How to...
2021-02-2842 min
Girl on FIRE8: Does the 50/30/20 Rule Actually Work or is it a Surprising Money Mistake?🎙 In part 1 of my 3-part deep dive series, we’re taking a close look at the 50 / 30 / 20 budget method. It’s super popular because it’s quick, it’s easy and it’s simple. But does that mean it’s good enough for you and the life you’re trying to build? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 How to budget (the right way) using the 50 / 30 / 20 rule; 🌟 Who the 50 / 30 / 20 budget is good for and who it isn’t a perfect fit for; and 🌟 Why the 50 / 30 / 20 budget rule is dangerous for building wealth, getting control of your finances and bu...
2021-02-2147 min
Girl on FIRE7: How to Get Rich: this Truth About Your Budget will Blow Your Mind🎙 Budgets can have a bit of a bad reputation, but the truth is that your budget is the solid foundation you need to have in place if you want any kind of financial freedom or retirement. But what type of budget is the best one to use? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 Why budgeting is a necessity if you want any form of financial independence, FIRE or retirement 🌟 How to choose the best budget for your needs and your goals 🌟 How to make your budget work for you, no matter what budgeting metho...
2021-02-1433 min
Girl on FIRE6: How Much Money Do You Really Need For Emergencies (Don't Make this Stupid Mistake)🎙 There are a lot of opinions out there on how much you need to save up for emergencies. What if most of those financial experts are wrong? But then how much do you really need? The answer might shock you! 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 Why most financial experts are wrong when they recommend how much you should save for emergencies; 🌟 The right way to determine how much you really need (including if you’re with a partner); and 🌟 What you should do with your emergency savings. Remember to: Join our ex...
2021-02-0731 min
Girl on FIRE5: How to Set the Best Investment Goals to Make You Rich (Ultimate Guide)🎙 Having well defined investment goals will give you tons of clarity on your path to building wealth and financial freedom. But investment goals aren’t like all other goals. And they’re not the same as savings or debt payoff goals. There’s a lot that goes into setting investment goals the right way. But how? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 The 4 key things you need to consider when setting your investment goals 🌟 Why investment goals are crucial to wealth building and financial independence 🌟 What makes investment goals so different to other financial goals...
2021-01-3113 min
Girl on FIRE4: How Much Money Do You Really Need to Invest in the Stock Market? (You'll Love This!)🎙 How much does it cost to invest in the stock market? Once you know the answer to that question, you can see how much you REALLY need to start investing in stocks. Hint: it’s not what you’d think! 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 CHESS sponsorship and what it means 🌟 The different costs associated with popular brokers in Australia 🌟 Why cheaper doesn’t always mean better Links from this episode: CommSec SelfWealth - Referral Link Superhero Raiz Superhero uses its’ own HIN...
2021-01-2414 min
Girl on FIRE3: 7 Important Things to Look For When Choosing a Broker (What You Need to Know)🎙 When it comes to stock market investing, one of the first things you need to do is choose a broker. But how? And what do you need to look for? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 What a broker is and why you need one 🌟 The different types of brokers you can choose from 🌟 The 7 key things you need to look for when choosing a broker Links from this episode: SelfWealth CommSec Superhero Raiz Superhero uses its own HIN Clearing Hous...
2021-01-1711 min
Girl on FIRE2: Why Investing is More Important for Women Than Men (the Eye-Opening Truth)🎙 Investing isn’t just for rich, older white men. It’s for everyone, and it’s super important for women in particular - but why? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 How investing shapes your retirement (whether you retire early or at 65) 🌟 Why inflation is so dangerous for your wealth and your retirement plans 🌟 The 3 key (and shocking) reasons why investing is super important for women. Links from this episode: The facts about women and Super - Women in Super How much Super should I have - Q Super The...
2021-01-1011 min
Girl on FIRE1: What is FIRE: Is it Actually Possible or a Crazy Dream?🎙 FIRE 🔥 (Financial Independence Retire Early) is a hot topic among millennials. But what does it really mean? And is it even possible? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 What FIRE means and how you achieve it. 🌟 What financial independence means for your future. 🌟 Retiring early - lazy or an ideal life? 🌟 My personal goals for FIRE and why I'm crazy enough to try. Remember to: Join our exclusive community by becoming a Patron - Patreon 🤩 Subscribe so you don’t miss any future episodes. 🏆 Rate and review th...
2021-01-0307 min
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