Today on the show we welcome Janine Firpo, an accomplished speaker, author, and social entrepreneur, dedicated to empowering women through values-aligned investing. She has a relentless drive to make a difference and poured it all into her book, 'Activate Your Money: Invest to Grow Your Wealth and Build a Better World'. In this episode, you will learn:

How Janine transitioned from a lucrative career in big tech to impact investing
The importance of aligning financial goals with social values
How to integrate ethical considerations into your investment portfolio
Practical steps you can take to manage your finances ethically and effectively

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