The Clever Girls Know Podcast With Bola Sokunbi

We can all likely make long lists of the bad money mistakes that we have made. That being said, we all make money mistakes. And the key here is that we dust ourselves off and we keep moving. Let's talk about the big money mistakes that you want to avoid and how to recover from them if you have found that you have already made these mistakes. ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: https://clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: https://clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages/ ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: https://clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/clevergirlfinance

Announcing the pre-sale of not one but TWO highly anticipated Clever Girl Finance books, both releasing on November 13th, 2024! Here's what to expect in these incredible new releases: My Wealth Plan Workbook: A personalized toolkit packed with financial worksheets, checklists, and actionable strategies to help you ditch debt, save money, and build real wealth. This workbook is your go-to guide for organizing your financial goals and taking immediate action. Clever Girl Finance, Expanded & Updated 2nd Edition: An updated version of the bestselling personal finance book for women, filled with even more insights on budgeting, debt management, investing, and wealth-building strategies. Tune in to hear all about these new books and how they can help you take control of your finances in 2025 and beyond! Pre-Order Now: You can pre-order My Wealth Plan Workbook and Clever Girl Finance, Expanded & Updated 2nd Edition from all major retailers, including: Amazon: ​My Wealth Plan Workbook: Your Personalized Plan to Ditch Debt, Save Money and Build Real Wealth​ ​Clever Girl Finance, Expanded & Updated: Ditch Debt, Save Money and Build Real Wealth - 2nd Edition Barnes & Noble Books-A-Million IndieBound Connect with Clever Girl Finance: Follow on Instagram: @clevergirlfinance Visit the Clever Girl Finance website: www.clevergirlfinance.com Subscribe on YouTube: youtube.com/clevergirlfinance

Achieving your goals opens up exciting possibilities, yet many give up before starting. Discover how to set effective SMART goals that are clear and relevant to you. Learn actionable strategies to track your progress and remain accountable. Embrace a growth mindset to turn setbacks into valuable lessons. These insights aren't just for finances—they can transform various aspects of your life!

On this episode of the podcast, Jill Sirianni joins us to discuss the topic of contentment vs. complacency when it comes to our finances. Jill is the co-host of Frugal Friends Podcast and co-author of 'Buy What You Love Without Going Broke', releasing January 2025. She and her husband paid off $60,000 of debt over 7 years while cash flowing her masters degree. As a licensed clinical social worker she's experienced in doing a lot with a little – from starting small businesses to full-time RVing – all of it was leveraged in her debt pay-off journey. Helping others is her highest value and integrating her mental health perspective with personal finance is how she supports others to identify, and live out of, what they value most. WHAT JILL DISCUSSED: How she defines contentment in the context of personal finances and how can it differ from complacency How her perspective on contentment and financial management has evolved over time based on her own personal finance journey Key strategies to strive for financial growth without becoming complacent Her approach to mindful spending Advice for overcoming plateaus and reigniting financial growth AND SO MUCH MORE HOW TO KEEP UP WITH JILL: @frugalfriendspodcast www.buywhatyoulovebook.com www.frugalfriendspodcast.com ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages/ ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/clevergirlfinance

Discover the benefits of a biweekly budget tailored for those paid every other week. Learn how to set it up effectively while organizing bills and tracking expenses. This budgeting strategy helps manage due dates and prepares you for unexpected costs, ensuring you meet your financial goals. Dive into actionable tips that make planning your finances smoother and more effective!

Sometimes an extra $1000 can come in really handy. Whether to pay some bills, save money for an upcoming trip, or expand your emergency fund, who wouldn't want another $1,000? If this sounds like something you are interested in, I have some great ideas for how to save $1,000 fast! Keep listening! ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: https://clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: https://clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages/ ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: https://clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/clevergirlfinance

On this podcast episode, Kara Stevens, author, financial expert and founder of the Frugal Feminista discusses relocating to Ghana, financial changes and the truth about the "soft life"! Kara's relatable financial advice has been featured on Forbes, CNN, Business Insider, Huffington Post, Yahoo Finance, ESSENCE, Women's Day Magazine, The Washington Post, and other nationally recognized media outlets. She is also the author of Heal Your Relationship With Money, The Happy Finances Challenge, and Unmasking the Strong Black Woman. WHAT KARA DISCUSSED: 1. What inspired her to relocate to Ghana, and her initial thoughts and feelings about making such a significant move 2. The financial preparations she made before relocating 3. The biggest financial adjustments she had to make 4. How she handled the transition in terms of generating income in Ghana 5. The biggest cultural and lifestyle adjustments she had to make 6. How the concept of 'soft life' plays out in reality 7. Practical tips for anyone considering a move abroad, particularly from a financial perspective AND SO MUCH MORE HOW TO KEEP UP WITH KARA: You can keep in touch with Kara Stevens on Twitter (@frugalfeminista), Instagram (@frugalfeminista), and Facebook (@TheFrugalFeminista) Pick up her book, ""Heal Your Relationship With Money": https://www.healyourrelationshipwithmoney.com/* Read the excerpt: https://www.thefrugalfeminista.com/community/ ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: https://clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: https://clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages/ ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: https://clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/clevergirlfinance

Uncover the power of transforming your mindset for financial success. Explore how a 'broke mindset' can limit your potential and learn to embrace an abundance mindset instead. Discover practical strategies to shift from scarcity to abundance, focusing on positivity and motivation. The podcast emphasizes overcoming limiting beliefs to unlock financial opportunities and cultivate consistent savings habits for a prosperous future.

Being frugal and being cheap have a lot in common — they are both about saving money. So, what's the difference between cheap and frugal in real terms? On this episode, learn the difference between being cheap vs being frugal and how to avoid falling into the trap of being cheap because being cheap can impact your friendships, finances, and more! ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: https://clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: https://clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages/ ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: https://clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/clevergirlfinance

On this podcast episode, Reni Odetoyinbo @xoreni shares how she helped 100 people save over $862,210 in 2023. Reni is a financial literacy educator and content creator. After purchasing her first home at the age of 23, she began to share her journey on social media to educate and inspire other Black and Brown folks. On her YouTube channel, 'xoreni' she shares resources around career development and financial literacy. Over the past four years, Reni has built a community of over 150,000 individuals across her platforms. WHAT RENI DISCUSSED: Her motivation start helping people save money The strategies she used to help people save such a significant amount of money The specific financial principles and philosophies she follows The biggest challenges people face saving money, and how to overcome them Her personal lessons and insights from this experience AND SO MUCH MORE HOW TO KEEP UP WITH RENI: https://www.instagram.com/xoreni https://www.youtube.com/xoreni https://www.tiktok.com/@xoxoreni https://renitheresource.com/ ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: https://clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: https://clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages/ ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: https://clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/clevergirlfinance