The Clever Girls Know Podcast

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The Clever Girls Know Podcast

The Clever Girls Know Podcast is brought to you by Clever Girl Finance, one of the largest personal finance media/education platforms for women in the U.S. that empowers women to ditch debt, save money and build real wealth in order to live life on their own terms! Hosted by founder and CEO of Clever Girl Finance, Bola Sokunbi, the podcast shares open and honest conversations with real women at different stages of their financial and life journeys to inspire and motivate other women on their own journeys too! Get the Clever Girl Finance Roadmap today! It's completely free! Plus get our free budgeting & debt prioritization worksheets too: https://www.clevergirlfinance.com/financial-roadmap/

  1. 361: Building The Line - How Raisa’s Growing A Business And Increasing Her Net Worth

    2D AGO

    361: Building The Line - How Raisa’s Growing A Business And Increasing Her Net Worth

    On this podcast episode, Raisa Martin @rvisv founder of stationery company, The Line, joins us to share how she's building her business, and increasing her net worth! Raisa is a content creator and an entrepreneur. While balancing a full-time 9-5 in the e-commerce industry, she decided to start her own e-commerce brand, The Line, all around stationery and planner tools that elevate the full potential of women around the world. In 2022, she started her YouTube channel talking all about personal finances and her small business. In just 2 years, she has grown a community of like-minded individuals with a primary focus of personal finances and entrepreneurship.   THE LINE DISCOUNT CODE: Raisa has generously offered the Clever Girl Finance audience 10% discount on all purchases made at The Line using the following link:  https://thelineshop.ca/clever-girl10   WHAT RAISA DISCUSSED: The inspiration behind starting The Line and the transition into entrepreneurship while working a 9-5. Challenges faced in launching an e-commerce brand and strategies used to overcome them. Balancing a business, content creation, and a full-time job. Strategies for growing The Line and standing out in the competitive stationery and planner space. The motivation behind sharing her financial journey on YouTube. How financial transparency has helped build trust and connection with her audience. Her journey of increasing net worth and the key steps taken to build wealth. The role of entrepreneurship in her financial growth. Top financial tips for entrepreneurs just getting started. The biggest surprises from documenting her business and financial journey online. Staying motivated and consistent while growing a business and managing finances. AND SO MUCH MORE   HOW TO KEEP UP WITH RAISA: On Social media: @rvisv Via her website: raisamartin.com Check out The Line: https://thelineshop.ca/   ❤ 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

    45 min
  2. 360: Credit Boosting 101 - 6 Simple Steps to Build and Improve Your Credit Score

    MAR 4

    360: Credit Boosting 101 - 6 Simple Steps to Build and Improve Your Credit Score

    Boost Your Credit Score with These 6 Simple Steps! Your credit score impacts everything from getting loans to securing the best rates on a car or home. But improving it doesn’t have to be confusing or overwhelming. On this podcast, I’ll break down 6 actionable steps to build credit confidence and improve your score, no matter where you’re starting from. Ready to take control of your credit? Let’s dive in!   ❤ 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

    12 min
  3. 359: Side Hustles & Career Moves - How to Boost Your Income in 2025

    FEB 25

    359: Side Hustles & Career Moves - How to Boost Your Income in 2025

    Want to make more money this year? Here are 5 actionable strategies to help you boost your income, gain financial security, and achieve your goals faster! Now is the perfect time to take charge of your finances and increase your earning potential. Whether it’s through starting a side hustle, leveling up in your career, or building new skills, there are plenty of ways to create financial stability and freedom. In this video, I’m breaking down five powerful strategies to help you grow your income this year! ❤ 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

    10 min
  4. 358: Breaking Emotional Spending Cycles And Redefining Your Money Story With Shang Saavedra

    FEB 18

    358: Breaking Emotional Spending Cycles And Redefining Your Money Story With Shang Saavedra

    Shang Saavedra @savemycents is the founder and CEO of Save My Cents, a personal finance education platform that helps Americans learn how to grow their financial wealth by addressing mental health. Shang finished saving for her retirement by the age of 31, and is America's leading expert on retirement. Her insights have been published by Business Insider, CNBC, Forbes, Fox Business, USA Today, Time / NextAdvisor, Nasdaq, The New York Post, Kiplinger, and she has been named by Time / NextAdvisor as one of The 25 Most Influential New Voices of Money. Her book, Wealth Is a Mindset, released January 2025 with Third State Books.   WHAT SHANG DISCUSSED: The importance of addressing emotions in financial decision-making. How early experiences, such as childhood memories of scarcity or privilege, shape adult money habits. The spending cycles and common emotional triggers that lead to unhealthy financial behaviors. Practical strategies for replacing emotional spending with healthier habits. Why many people overlook the emotional aspect of money and focus solely on numbers and logic. Steps listeners can take to start rewriting their money story today. AND SO MUCH MORE   HOW TO KEEP TO UP WITH SHANG: Website: https://savemycents.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/savemycents/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@savemycents  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shangsaavedra/  Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/216282934-wealth-is-a-mindset Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Wealth-Mindset-Change-Your-Money/dp/B0D94QCZL6/ Bookshop: https://bookshop.org/p/books/wealth-is-a-mindset/21633491   ❤ 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

    43 min
  5. 357: How Brittany Built A Successful Hot Sauce Business Despite The Odds

    FEB 11

    357: How Brittany Built A Successful Hot Sauce Business Despite The Odds

    On this episode of the Clever Girls Know Podcast, Brittany Futrell shares how she's built a successful hot sauce business despite the odds. Brittany is the owner of Angel Wing Sauce. She is the first black woman to own a hot sauce business in North Carolina. She created her gourmet hot sauce recipe in 2006 and started selling it in 2015. She is excited to share some details about her entrepreneurial journey!   WHAT BRITTANY DISCUSSED: The inspiration behind starting Angel Wing Sauce and the story behind the name. Challenges faced as a new entrepreneur starting from scratch. Strategies for avoiding high commercial kitchen costs and how she achieved it. The significance of being the first Black woman to own a hot sauce business in North Carolina and how it shaped her journey. The process of developing her recipes and what sets Angel Wing Sauce apart in the market. Key steps taken to bring her business from concept to reality. How she funded her business in the early stages and advice for others starting with limited resources. Managing challenges like scaling production and building brand awareness as a small business owner. Advice for other women, particularly women of color, looking to break into the food industry. AND SO MUCH MORE   HOW TO KEEP UP WITH BRITTANY: Via her website: https://angelwingsauce.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/angelwingsauce Twitter: https://twitter.com/angelwingsauce Facebook: https://facebook.com/angelwingsauce   ❤ 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

    38 min
  6. 356: From $30k Debt To A $250k+ Net Worth: Nicole’s Journey To Wealth On A $56k Salary

    FEB 4

    356: From $30k Debt To A $250k+ Net Worth: Nicole’s Journey To Wealth On A $56k Salary

    On this episode of the Clever Girls Know Podcast, Nicole Stanley shares how she went from paying off her $30,000 debt to building a network of $250,000 on a $56,000 salary! Nicole is owner and head money coach at Arise Financial Coaching. Her mission? Shame-free, accessible financial education that empowers women. As a Latina entrepreneur and personal finance expert, Nicole paid off significant debt and grew her family’s net worth through investing, sparking her passion for helping women build wealth and transform their communities. Arise Financial Coaching has helped hundreds of women and couples get out of debt, save, and become confident with their money. Nicole and her work have been featured on Good Morning America, Business Insider, Time, ABC News, and more.   WHAT NICOLE  DISCUSSED: Her financial situation before beginning her transformation. The turning point that motivated her to take control of her finances. Approaching significant debt repayment while living on an average salary. Her first steps into investing and overcoming fears or uncertainties about it. Strategies used to grow her net worth beyond debt repayment and into wealth-building. How her cultural background as a Latina entrepreneur influenced her approach to money and wealth-building. The role of budgeting and financial discipline in her journey and how she made it sustainable over time. Specific steps she recommends for women starting from a similar financial position to build wealth. AND SO MUCH MORE   HOW TO KEEP UP WITH NICOLE: Book a Discovery Call: https://arisefinancialcoaching.as.me/application Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arise.financial.coaching Website: https://www.arise.financial Threads: https://www.threads.net/@arise.financial.coaching TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@arisefinancialcoaching   ❤ 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

    48 min
  7. 355: 5 Financial Milestones Every Woman Should Aim For

    JAN 28

    355: 5 Financial Milestones Every Woman Should Aim For

    Financial freedom doesn’t have to feel overwhelming! 💡 In this episode, I’m sharing a simple 5-step roadmap to help you achieve security, independence, and the freedom to live life on your terms. Ready to take control of your financial journey? Let’s dive in!   ❤ 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

    10 min
  8. 354: 5 Things to Cut Out of Your Finances This Year for Instant Savings

    JAN 21

    354: 5 Things to Cut Out of Your Finances This Year for Instant Savings

    Ready to feel lighter, less stressed, and more in control of your money? 💸 Let’s dive into 5 things to let go of this year starting today! Learn how to declutter your finances, eliminate stress, and free up your cash flow by saying goodbye to what no longer serves you! ❤ 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

    10 min
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The Clever Girls Know Podcast is brought to you by Clever Girl Finance, one of the largest personal finance media/education platforms for women in the U.S. that empowers women to ditch debt, save money and build real wealth in order to live life on their own terms! Hosted by founder and CEO of Clever Girl Finance, Bola Sokunbi, the podcast shares open and honest conversations with real women at different stages of their financial and life journeys to inspire and motivate other women on their own journeys too! Get the Clever Girl Finance Roadmap today! It's completely free! Plus get our free budgeting & debt prioritization worksheets too: https://www.clevergirlfinance.com/financial-roadmap/

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