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Are you overspending this Summer?

Are you overspending this Summer?

Summer Overspending Why is it so easy to overspend over the summer? For many of us, summer is the season we’ve been looking forward to all year. The days are longer, the weather is warmer, children are on school holidays, and our social calendars suddenly fill up with...

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Are you experiencing lifestyle inflation?

Are you experiencing lifestyle inflation?

Are you noticing lifestyle inflation in your finances? Many people dream of earning more money, imagining that a pay rise, a promotion, or a growing business will finally make them feel financially comfortable. Yet for many people, something unexpected happens: when...

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Why is money so difficult to talk about?

Why is money so difficult to talk about?

Why is money such a difficult topic to about? Let discuss understanding the emotions involved in money conversations. Because this is the root of the problem! Money is a topic that touches nearly every part of our lives. It shapes where we live, how we work, our...

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The cost of doing nothing

The cost of doing nothing

There’s a phrase many of us tell ourselves when it comes to money: “I’ll deal with it later.” Here are some of the many excuses I hear for doing nothing- My business is very busy, so I will deal with it when it is less hectic. I will look at this when the children are...

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How a financial coach can support your team

How a financial coach can support your team

Have you considered how you can support your employees or team with their financial goals? A financial coach could be the answer!  Money worries are no longer just a personal issue; they’re a workplace issue. Recent research from WEALTH at Work shows that employees...

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Why dealing with your finances is self-care

Why dealing with your finances is self-care

When we think of self-care, we often picture rest, time out, or unplugging from a busy day. But there’s another important element many overlook: your finances. Many of us find dealing with finances overwhelming, uncomfortable, or intimidating. But taking care of your...

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The real reason women don’t engage with money

The real reason women don’t engage with money

The real reason women don't engage with money is not what you might think! Have you ever wondered why so many women stay on the sidelines when it comes to money? The real reason may surprise you; it breaks the traditional narrative and exposes what’s truly holding...

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Why Talking About Money Is So Important for Women

Why Talking About Money Is So Important for Women

After more than 30 years working in financial services, you might think I’d have said everything there is to say about money. But honestly, I haven’t. So I want to explain why talking about money is so important for women. The conversations we really need, especially...

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The Money Confidence Gap

The Money Confidence Gap

Let's talk about the money confidence gap. I’ve met countless accomplished women who, despite their success, still feel a quiet uncertainty when it comes to money. They lack money confidence. Time and again, I witness brilliant women steering businesses or leading...

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The Power of Supportive Sisterhood

The Power of Supportive Sisterhood

  The power of supportive sisterhood will come together inside the prosperity club, this will be a room where women rise.  Over the years I have experienced the power when women come together in the right room. Not a crowded networking event where conversations...

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What is prosperous thinking

What is prosperous thinking

Prosperous thinking is the ability to think long-term, strategically and expansively about money, while remaining grounded, knowledgeable and intentional. It is the difference between earning and building. Many women have been conditioned to: ·       Play safe rather...

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What the Chinese year of the Horse reminds us about money

What the Chinese year of the Horse reminds us about money

  The Year of the Horse reminds us that when is comes to money it's about making steady progress, financial confidence and running your own race As we move into the Chinese Year of the Horse, it’s a powerful moment to pause and reflect, not just on where we’re...

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Five financial steps to take in 2026

Five financial steps to take in 2026

January isn’t just a fresh start for many it’s a financial reset point. What you do now can quietly transform your security, confidence and choices over the next decade. Here are five powerful, practical financial steps that every woman should consider making with her...

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Financial Foundations

Financial Foundations

Finanical foundations are the basis for anyone who need to keep control of their finances. Many women feel overwhelmed when it comes to money. It can feel confusing, stressful, and something we should already know how to manage,  yet somehow don’t. Why can money feel...

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Side Hustles for Women

Side Hustles for Women

I want to discuss side hustles for women. Many women are looking for practical ways to earn extra income but need to do this without burning out. They don’t want to become millionaires overnight. What they really want is breathing space. Addtional income to reduce...

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My proudest financial moments of 2025

My proudest financial moments of 2025

When people ask about my proudest financial moments, they often expect it to be about numbers, growth, or accolades. But in 2025, my proudest financial moment was not about how much I earned, it was about choosing what came next. Retiring – On my terms In April 2025,...

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Save money at Christmas without feeling deprived

Save money at Christmas without feeling deprived

You can save money at Christmas without feeling deprived. For many of us, Christmas is a season of joy, generosity, family, and celebration. But for just as many people, it's also one of the most financially stressful times of the year. The pressure to spend, to give...

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Avoiding money talk

Avoiding money talk

Avoiding money talk is something I have seen so many times. Why do so many women bury their heads in the sand about money? Avoidance around money can feel overwhelming, but understanding it helps women feel seen, supported, and less alone, especially during the...

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How the menopause affects money decisions

How the menopause affects money decisions

The Menopause affects money decisions. I have spoken to many women over the years who feel overwhelmed and stressed during the menopause, and dealing with money has become a real issue. Menopause is often spoken about in terms of physical symptoms. The discussions...

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Financial control and domestic abuse

Financial control and domestic abuse

Financial control and domestic abuse is one of the most effective ways an abuser keeps someone trapped. Understanding this link and knowing the practical routes to safety can save lives. The scale of the problem Domestic abuse affected an estimated 2.1 million people...

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