Earn & Invest 604. Impact Investing-Moving Past Philanthropy w/ Janine Firpo
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Feb 17, 2025 Janine Firpo, a values-driven investor and author dedicated to empowering women in finance, discusses the transformative power of impact investing. She emphasizes aligning financial choices with personal values and rethinking wealth beyond philanthropy. Firpo highlights the importance of ethical investment strategies and sustainable practices, particularly regarding women-led businesses. Listeners learn about the potential of ESG funds and conscious banking choices to drive meaningful societal change, encouraging a more conscientious approach to money management.
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Impact of Every Dollar
- Every dollar, even those in banks, has an impact, often contrary to personal values if uninvested intentionally.
- Global philanthropic giving is less than 1.5% of the global economy.
Africa Trip
- Janine Firpo's values shifted after a backpacking trip through Africa in 1995.
- This experience led her to focus on poverty alleviation and the role of technology.
Better, Not Perfect
- Start aligning spending with values by focusing on better, not perfect, choices.
- Begin with small, manageable steps tailored to individual priorities.