Women & Money Cafe Julie Flynn
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The Women and Money Cafe is a space where women can come to listen and learn about all things money in a friendly, informal, no-jargon environment. Hosted by practising independent financial adviser and financial coach Julie Flynn. Each episode in the Women and Money Cafe we bring together members of our expert panel of female financial advisers, coaches, investment managers, guest experts and women from all walks of life to share, support and make space for Women to feel empowered with money. We make finance accessible and fun whilst expertly de-mystifying money and sharing our wealth of expert knowledge.Come join us on the sofa, in the Women & Money Cafe
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127. Beating Lifestyle Inflation (rerun)
We're busy planning our next batch of episodes for you. So do let us know if you have any requests.
In the meantime, over the coming weeks, each of the hosts is going to be sharing one of their favourite episodes.
It's Michelle up this week, and her favourite was 67. Beating Lifestyle Inflation.
We look into what and how we end up with lifestyle creep. And more importantly, how to beat it!
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126. Shit! I've opened my pension statement, now what? (rerun)
We've been getting a lot of messages to the WMC HQ about pensions. So we thought it would be timely to revisit episode 53, where Julie, Michelle and Sara walked you through what your next steps are.
Some of the things we cover:
How to find a financial adviserWhat happens in the first meetingWhat to bring with you to the meetingWhat we’re looking at in the paperworkHow we will explain your pensions to youWhat happens at the end of the meetingResources:
Pension Wise
Pension Tracing Service
VouchedFor
Unbiased
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125. 9 to Thrive (navigating job offers)
Get ready to level up your career game in this episode of Women & Money Cafe, as we dive into the nitty-gritty of job offers and benefits. From company culture to pension plans, no stone is left unturned! Here's what you can expect:
- Michelle's advice on gauging company culture and work-life balance
- Emily's insights on aligning personal and company values and considering sustainable initiatives
- Julie's discussion on company policies, unique benefits, and work-life balance
- Tips on evaluating job offers' impact on personal life and envisioning career aspirations
- The significance of team dynamics and professional development opportunities
- Important considerations like promised benefits in writing, long-term career goals, and thorough analysis of offer details.
- The lowdown on financial aspects, including pensions, bonuses, holidays, private medical insurance, and more
- The crucial role of mental health support and additional benefits like counseling programs
- Real-life examples and experiences, from pension pitfalls to negotiating for better benefits
- Key resources mentioned throughout the episode for further research and guidance
Websites mentioned:
- B Corporation (https://bcorporation.net/)
- Glassdoor (https://www.glassdoor.com/)
YOUR HOST
Julie Flynn is an experienced independent financial adviser and financial coach. Justice and equality drive Julie. Which is why she’s spent years studying and researching how stress affects our financial decision making.
Julie is best known for her work with women who have lost their partner and coaching financial services business who want to implement fair and transparent charges.
Ebb & Flow Financial Coaching | Bree Wealth & Tax | Instagram
CO-HOSTS
Emily Pool is a Financial Planner and Will Writer. She is passionate about empowering people to invest their wealth (pensions and savings) sustainably and in line with their personal values.
Michelle Lambell started her career in financial services as a Stockbroker in 1999 undertaking both advisory and discretionary investment management. Today she is a Chartered Financial Planner, specialising in retirement planning advice, pensions and investments and a Certified Financial Coach.
Jennifer O'Neil is a mortgage and protection specialist and director of Athena Mortgages. Having been in the industry since 2014 Jennifer decided to set up a company in 2020 that suited her core values as a broker – integrity, service, honesty and continuous improvement.
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124. Year end tax tips
Prepare for a dive into a rapid-fire checklist for the end of the tax year. Get ready for crucial tax-saving tips and insights that will set you on a path to financial empowerment.
Areas covered:
- ISA Allowance: Understanding the current £20,000 allowance and making the most of it for tax-free growth and earnings.
- Capital Gains Tax Allowance: Exploring the shrinking annual allowance and strategies to capitalise on it before it drops to £3,000.
- Pensions: Unveiling the tax efficiency of pensions, contribution limits, and the benefits of using the pension wrapper.
- Child Benefit: Clever tactics involving pensions, salary sacrifice, and charitable giving to retain child benefit entitlement.
- Inheritance Tax: Uncovering the power of the annual £3,000 gift exemption and its cumulative impact on estate planning.
- HMRC website: Find a downloadable form for keeping track of your gifts for inheritance tax planning.
Your Hosts:
Julie Flynn is an experienced independent financial adviser and financial coach. Justice and equality drive Julie. Which is why she’s spent years studying and researching how stress affects our financial decision making.
Julie is best known for her work with women who have lost their partner and coaching financial services business who want to implement fair and transparent charges.
Ebb & Flow Financial Coaching | Bree Wealth & Tax | Instagram
CO-HOSTS
Emily Pool is a Financial Planner and Will Writer. She is passionate about empowering people to invest their wealth (pensions and savings) sustainably and in line with their personal values.
Michelle Lambell started her career in financial services as a Stockbroker in 1999 undertaking both advisory and discretionary investment management. Today she is a Chartered Financial Planner, specialising in retirement planning advice, pensions and investments and a Certified Financial Coach.
Sara Walker is a financial planner and financial coach with 33 years’ experience in financial services. She wants all women to feel financially confident and uses her professional and life experiences to support and educate women over 40 so they in turn feel able to support and be role models for the younger women in their lives.
Jennifer O'Neil is a mortgage and protection specialist and director of Athena Mortgages. Having been in the industry since 2014 Jennifer decided to set up a company in 2020 that suited her core values as a broker – integrity, service, honesty and continuous improvement.
LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook
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123. Single & Secure with Tamsin Caine
In this episode , the hosts, including returning founder member Tamsin Caine, explore the challenges and opportunities of managing finances as a single woman, particularly after a divorce or widowhood. They discuss the emotional and practical aspects of taking full control of finances, from setting up emergency funds to investing for the future. With a focus on empowerment, the episode covers the importance of building a support system, and the benefits of financial planning for single individuals and the importance of having a 'money wife' for support and accountability.
GUEST EXPERT: TAMSIN CAINE is a Chartered Financial Planner and Resolution Accredited Divorce Finance Specialist (one of only 35 in the country). She hosts the Smart Divorce podcast, has cowritten a book Your Divorce Handbook It’s What You Do Next That Counts and has appeared in the national press commenting on financial issues in divorce. She is a single mum to Charlie and Zoe and is a huge rugby fan, currently managing the men’s team Sale FC Vikings.
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00:48 Navigating Finances Solo: Insights from a Divorce Expert
02:10 The Emotional and Practical Challenges of Managing Money Alone
07:17 Gaining Confidence and Knowledge in Financial Independence
10:47 The Divorce Process: A Path to Financial Literacy
23:18 Financial Resilience and Protection for Single Women
26:06 The Value of Income Protection
28:21 Building Financial Resilience: Emergency Funds
36:00 The Importance of a Financial Support System
38:18 Navigating Financial Planning as a Single Parent
95 - Income Protection
28 - Emergency Funds
YOUR HOST
Julie Flynn is an experienced independent financial adviser and financial coach. Justice and equality drive Julie. Which is why she’s spent years studying and researching how stress affects our financial decision making.
Julie is best known for her work with women who have lost their partner and coaching financial services business who want to implement fair and transparent charges.
Ebb & Flow Financial Coaching | Bree Wealth & Tax | Instagram
CO-HOSTS
Emily Pool is a Financial Planner and Will Writer. She is passionate about empowering people to invest their wealth (pensions and savings) sustainably and in line with their personal values.
Michelle Lambell started her career in financial services as a Stockbroker in 1999 undertaking both advisory and discretionary investment management. Today she is a Chartered Financial Planner, specialising in retirement planning advice, pensions and investments and a Certified Financial Coach.
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122. Atomic Money Habits 2
After the success of episode 70 (Atomic Habits for Money) we thought we should revisit actionable strategies for managing and reducing spending, highlighting the power of small changes in achieving big financial goals. Here are some key takeaways from the episode:
- Reviewing Amazon orders and subscriptions to cut unnecessary expenses
- Cancelling unused subscriptions and keeping track of family shared expenses
- Celebrating financial wins by allocating a small amount for treats or charitable donations
- Breaking big financial goals into small, achievable habits
- Creating a money calendar to keep track of financial commitments and important dates
- Using cashback sites and comparison websites like QuickCo to save costs
- Monitoring automated saving pots and using apps for various saving purposes
- Using Credit Karma to check credit score and receive notifications for any changes
- Changing environment to prevent impulsive spending
- Incorporating color and creativity into daily routine for better financial management
YOUR HOST
Julie Flynn is an experienced independent financial adviser and financial coach. Justice and equality drive Julie. Which is why she’s spent years studying and researching how stress affects our financial decision making.
Julie is best known for her work with women who have lost their partner and coaching financial services business who want to implement fair and transparent charges.
Ebb & Flow Financial Coaching | Bree Wealth & Tax | Instagram
CO-HOSTS
Emily Pool is a Financial Planner and Will Writer. She is passionate about empowering people to invest their wealth (pensions and savings) sustainably and in line with their personal values.
Michelle Lambell started her career in financial services as a Stockbroker in 1999 undertaking both advisory and discretionary investment management. Today she is a Chartered Financial Planner, specialising in retirement planning advice, pensions and investments and a Certified Financial Coach.
Sara Walker is a financial planner and financial coach with 33 years’ experience in financial services. She wants all women to feel financially confident and uses her professional and life experiences to support and educate women over 40 so they in turn feel able to support and be role models for the younger women in their lives.
Jennifer O'Neil is a mortgage and protection specialist and director of Athena Mortgages. Having been in the industry since 2014 Jennifer decided to set up a company in 2020 that suited her core values as a broker – integrity, service, honesty and continuous improvement.
LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook
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Customer Reviews
Entertaining and so helpful
This podcast is packed full of great advice about money mindset as well as practical guidance on financial management for all stages of life. It’s firmly on my regular listening list and I’m recommending it far and wide. I feel more able to make good decisions about business and personal money matters now - thanks ladies!
So inspiring.
Such helpful and down to Earth advice well delivered. Your topics are what I wish to learn about. Thank you.
Relevant, digestible sound bite info without the jargon
I’ve listened to all episodes of Women & Money cafe and find the jargon free info so accessible. I also really like the final “call to action” summary at the end of each session. Thank you Julie and Michelle you’re both brilliant.