

Friends That Invest
Friends That Invest
With over 10M downloads, join Sim, an optometrist turned Forbes 30 under 30 investor, as she breaks down the intimidating and not-so-well-taught world of investing and growing wealth, minus the jargon.New episodes every Tuesday! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jul 30, 2023 • 14min
Money Confessions: I Stole Money from Work and I Don’t Feel Bad about It
Welcome back to Money Confessions, a weekly series where you tell us your deepest, darkest money secrets or hot takes. You're joined by Sim and Sonya, two best friends who have *a lot* to say.This week, Sim and Sonya discuss their future 25-year friendship anniversary plans and reflect on the value of long-term relationships. They also tackle a money confession from a person who admits to stealing from their workplace, debating the ethics and consequences of such actions.Watch the episode on Youtube hereFor more Friends That Invest:Stock Market Tea newsletter: build financial freedom in under 5 minutes a week. Join 115,000+ investors in training.InstagramTikTokTwitterFacebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 26, 2023 • 29min
Girls That Startup: Create a 7 Figure Personal Brand with Sim
Welcome back to Girls That Startup, a weekly series where we spill the tea on how to create a seven-figure side hustle - because no one saves their way to wealth. You’re joined by Sim, a seven-figure business owner, and Maia, an entrepreneur in the making.This week, Sim and Maia explore the power of personal branding in business and life. They discuss how it's not just about looks but also about values and ethics. They talk about platforms like Threads and TikTok as great places to build a personal brand and stress the importance of being authentic and taking action to make it successful.Watch the episode on Youtube hereFor more Friends That Invest:Stock Market Tea newsletter: build financial freedom in under 5 minutes a week. Join 115,000+ investors in training.InstagramTikTokTwitterFacebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 24, 2023 • 32min
6 Taxes Mistakes That We Have Made
This week, Sim and Sonya openly share their tax mistakes and lessons learned. They discuss issues like forgetting to pay tax, not adjusting the amount for taxes, and the importance of understanding tax treaties when living in different countries. They discuss the need to start early, use tax software, and seek professional help to avoid last-minute stress during tax season.Watch the episode on Youtube hereFor more Friends That Invest:Stock Market Tea newsletter: build financial freedom in under 5 minutes a week. Join 115,000+ investors in training.InstagramTikTokTwitterFacebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 23, 2023 • 16min
Money Confessions: Should I Have Told Others That I Struck Investment Gold?
Welcome back to Money Confessions, a weekly series where you tell us your deepest, darkest money secrets or hot takes. You're joined by Sim and Sonya, two best friends who have *a lot* to say.This week, Sim and Sonya discuss a money confession about a person who acquired wealth and indulged in spending but later felt guilty and reflected on the importance of using money responsibly.Watch the episode on Youtube hereFor more Friends That Invest:Stock Market Tea newsletter: build financial freedom in under 5 minutes a week. Join 115,000+ investors in training.InstagramTikTokTwitterFacebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 19, 2023 • 26min
Girls That Startup: 4 Businesses I Made That Failed, Part 2
Welcome back to Girls That Startup, a weekly series where we spill the tea on how to create a seven-figure side hustle - because no one saves their way to wealth. You’re joined by Sim, a seven-figure business owner, and Maia, an entrepreneur in the making.This week, Sim and Maia discuss their business failures. They share stories of a failed foil art company and a brief fascination with investing in laundromats. The conversation highlights the importance of passion in business, the concept of failing forward, and the valuable lessons learned from failures.Watch the episode on Youtube hereFor more Friends That Invest:Stock Market Tea newsletter: build financial freedom in under 5 minutes a week. Join 115,000+ investors in training.InstagramTikTokTwitterFacebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 17, 2023 • 35min
Is There Ever Such Thing as a Self-Made Millionaire?
This week, Sim and Sonya discuss the concept of self-made millionaires versus being "community made" in a candid conversation. They delve into the role of privilege, including factors like family support, education, and connections, in achieving success. They explore why some individuals might be defensive about the self-made title and emphasise the importance of acknowledging and understanding privilege in order to have a more realistic perspective on wealth and accomplishment.Watch the episode on Youtube hereFor more Friends That Invest:Stock Market Tea newsletter: build financial freedom in under 5 minutes a week. Join 115,000+ investors in training.InstagramTikTokTwitterFacebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 16, 2023 • 18min
Money Confessions: Navigating Tough Clients, Underpayment, and Early Career Moves
Welcome back to Money Confessions, a weekly series where you tell us your deepest, darkest money secrets or hot takes. You're joined by Sim and Sonya, two best friends who have *a lot* to say.This week, Sim and Sonya discuss a listener's money confession about considering leaving their job due to a difficult client. They express frustration with the pressure of how things look on resumes and emphasise the importance of valuing oneself in career decisions. The conversation touches on leveraging skills, seeking better opportunities, and not being afraid to make changes early in one's career.Watch the episode on Youtube hereFor more Friends That Invest:Stock Market Tea newsletter: build financial freedom in under 5 minutes a week. Join 115,000+ investors in training.InstagramTikTokTwitterFacebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 12, 2023 • 24min
Girls That Startup: 4 Businesses I Made That Failed, Part 1
Welcome back to Girls That Startup, a weekly series where we spill the tea on how to create a seven-figure side hustle - because no one saves their way to wealth. You’re joined by Sim, a seven-figure business owner, and Maia, an entrepreneur in the making.This week, Sim and Maia open up about their failed business ventures. Sim shares her experience with a sunglasses business that she sold too quickly and undervalued. Maia then discusses her tutoring company that didn't attract any clients, leading her to give up prematurely. They reflect on the lessons learned from these failures and the importance of perseverance and separating personal pride from business decisions.Watch the episode on Youtube hereFor more Friends That Invest:Stock Market Tea newsletter: build financial freedom in under 5 minutes a week. Join 115,000+ investors in training.InstagramTikTokTwitterFacebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 10, 2023 • 34min
Why Kylie Jenner’s Net Worth Keeps Dropping Each Year
This week, Simran and Sonya delve into the reasons behind Kylie Jenner's declining net worth. They discuss factors like reduced income, extravagant expenses, and a lack of investment diversification. They also touch on the Kardashians' reputation, the impact of social media, and the importance of authenticity in today's society.Watch the episode on Youtube hereFor more Friends That Invest:Stock Market Tea newsletter: build financial freedom in under 5 minutes a week. Join 115,000+ investors in training.InstagramTikTokTwitterFacebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 9, 2023 • 15min
Money Confessions: Do I Sell My Business or Keep Trying?
Welcome back to Money Confessions, a weekly series where you tell us your deepest, darkest money secrets or hot takes. You're joined by Sim and Sonya, two best friends who have *a lot* to say.This week, Sim and Sonya discuss a listener's money confession related to their struggling ecommerce kid’s store. They explore the options of investing more in marketing to revive the business or considering selling and moving on to something new. They emphasise the importance of aligning passion and energy with business decisions while also considering the financial aspects and seeking professional help if needed.Watch the episode on Youtube hereFor more Friends That Invest:Stock Market Tea newsletter: build financial freedom in under 5 minutes a week. Join 115,000+ investors in training.InstagramTikTokTwitterFacebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


