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Sheena Burce
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fireyfemmes - where ambition meets freedom.---Educating and empowering women in tech so we can all build wealth, retire early, & build cool & fun projects!Hi, my name is Sheena and I've been in tech since 2016 when WIT (Women in Tech) events had cupcakes 🫠This platform is created to share my thoughts and experience in tech, sharing investment experiences and thoughts and connecting you to smart research to build wealth early.

  1. FEB 9

    Episode 45: Mastering Personal Finance & Investing. Insights from a Financial Advisor

    Send us a text Financial Disclaimer for 'fireyfemmes' Podcast Episode "This podcast episode featuring a financial advisor is for informational and entertainment purposes only. It does not constitute financial, investment, tax, legal, or professional advice. The views expressed by the host, guest, and audience questions are their own and not endorsements. Listeners should consult qualified professionals before making financial decisions. The host, podcast, and guest disclaim all liability for any losses or actions taken based on this content." Discover practical strategies and mental models for building wealth, investing wisely, and planning for the future. In this episode, Emily shares her expertise on navigating the financial industry, avoiding common pitfalls, and aligning your financial goals with your values. In this episode: The evolution of the financial planning industry post-Royal Commission The parallels between fitness goals and financial habits How to motivate young people to start investing early The power of compound interest and micro-investing apps Strategies for diversification and risk management Insights into employee share schemes and tax implications Common pitfalls for tech professionals and how to avoid them The importance of regular financial plan reviews Addressing fears about market downturns and timing investments Long-term planning: property vs stocks and the role of leverage How social media influences financial decision-making and misconceptions about assets Timestamps: 00:00 - Welcome and intro to the episode 02:32 - Emily's background and industry overview 03:47 - Industry changes since Royal Commission 04:17 - Trends in financial education and youth engagement 05:16 - Personal goal: running a half marathon 06:56 - Mental resilience in fitness and finance 08:06 - Motivating young investors & starting early 09:40 - Resources for beginner investors 10:48 - Micro-investing apps and roundup features 12:17 - How much to invest with limited income 14:09 - Managing market volatility and emotional decision-making 16:00 - The importance of a long-term investment horizon 17:39 - Property vs shares: which to prioritise 19:01 - Common traps for tech professionals & share schemes 21:24 - Tax implications of employee shares 22:54 - Planning for unlisted company options 24:42 - Diversification and reducing concentration risk 26:02 - Avoiding default mentalities in money management 27:52 - Recognising lifestyle creep and managing cash flow 28:58 - Personal finance forecasting & household budgeting 32:14 - Prioritising spending & saving based on values 33:28 - Reaching financial independence early 36:57 - Traits of high-achieving investors 37:27 - The value of regular review & plan adjustments 39:13 - Index investing vs active fund managers 41:04 - Building wealth after setbacks Resources & Links: Money Smart - Financial Tools - https://moneysmart.gov.au/ Raiz - Micro Investing App - https://raizinvest.com.au/ Spaceship - Investment Platform - https://www.spaceship.com.au/ Connect with Emily LinkedIn: Emily Djekovic Via Email: emily@securedwealth.com.au This episode offers actionable insights for anyone looking to understand wealth strategies, avoid common pitfalls, and plan for a secure financial future. Whether you're a beginner or seeking to refine your approach, Emily's experience cuts through the noise to deliver clear, research-backed advice. Support the show sheena@fireyfemmes.com

    42 min

  2. FEB 2

    Episode 44: Navigating Health, Tech, and Career Transitions with Nicole Butler

    Send us a text From infertility, endometriosis, how it affects earning capacity and everything else! In this episode, we explore women’s health with Nicole Butler, the future of work, and how technology particularly femtech is transforming careers, wellbeing, and long-term financial outcomes. From AI and layoffs to fertility, hormones, and menopause, this conversation highlights why women’s health literacy is critical in modern work and life. Nicole is a tech & software leader who is passionate about femtech. Key Topics Women’s health and career progressionAI, ChatGPT, and the future of workLayoffs, redundancy, and workforce shiftsHormonal health: fertility, endometriosis, menopauseFemtech and women’s health technology trendsCycle syncing and hormonally aligned productivityWearable health tech (Oura Ring)Menopause support in the workplaceGender pay gap and health-related career impactFemTech Australia and the future of women’s wellness Resources Oura Ring – wearable health trackingFemTech Australia – women’s health tech ecosystemOvium AI – data-driven women’s health toolsChatGPT – AI tool referencedResources & Links: Oura Ring - Wearable for tracking sleep, temperature, and health patterns: https://ouraring.com FemTech Australia - connecting women with health tech innovations Ovium AI - Data-powered tools supporting women’s health diagnosis https://www.askovum.com/ ChatGPT - AI tool mentioned for everyday use and personal growth Connect with Nicole Butler: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolebutlerprofile/ FemTech Australia newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/7390931796407787521/?displayConfirmation=true Support the show sheena@fireyfemmes.com

    56 min

  3. JAN 29

    Episode 43: Why today's recruiting landscape is WILD

    Send us a text This quick episode was a candid chat between Nicole who is an experienced leader in the talent & HR space and Sheena where they discuss the perfect storm for job applicants and recruiters. It's no secret the talent marketplace is INSANE right now.  There are numerous reasons why: ghost job listingsa big pool of high quality talentuncertain economy AND NOW we are entering the world of AI resumes, recorded interviewing too. Tune in for more and how you can get past these challenges. ‪@fireyfemmes‬ Support the show sheena@fireyfemmes.com

    5 min

  4. JAN 18

    Episode 42: Navigating Career Transitions: From Tech to Counselling with Isis Nair

    Send us a text This content is for educational and informational purposes only and reflects personal experiences and opinions. It is not financial, legal or investment advice. Always seek advice from a qualified professional before making decisions. Summary In this engaging conversation, Sheena interviews Isis Nair, a seasoned professional who has transitioned from a successful career in tech to counselling and angel investing. Isis shares her journey through high-pressure roles at companies like Google and VGW, emphasising the importance of emotional well-being in the workplace. She discusses her motivations for shifting careers, highlighting the need for inner sustainability alongside external achievements. The dialogue also touches on the challenges women face in financial literacy, especially during life transitions like divorce, and the importance of having open conversations about money and risk with partners. Isis provides valuable insights into the significance of empathy in the tech industry and the necessity for women to advocate for their financial independence. She encourages listeners to explore investment opportunities, including equity negotiations and self-managed super funds, while also emphasising the importance of emotional intelligence in leadership. The conversation concludes with Isis offering advice to young women in tech, urging them to embrace their authentic selves rather than conforming to traditional expectations. Keywords career reinvention, emotional intelligence, angel investing, financial literacy, women in tech, counselling, empathy, self-managed super funds, divorce, risk management Takeaways Success can quietly come at a cost. Prioritise inner sustainability alongside external achievement. Empathy is a powerful tool in tech and leadership. Women should advocate for their financial independence. Invest in what you know and understand. Sound Bites "I wanted to understand what's going on underneath it." "I found it a bit of an ego thing." "Empathy is a powerful tool." Chapters 00:00 Navigating Personal and Professional Changes 01:55 Embracing Nature and Self-Discovery 04:31 Redefining Success Beyond Titles 07:26 Financial Awareness Post-Divorce 10:23 The Importance of Equity in Career Growth 24:49 Understanding Risk Profiles in Financial Decisions 29:57 Conversations Women Should Have About Money 34:09 Exploring Self-Managed Super Funds 42:07 Investing Strategies for Women 52:59 The Importance of Empathy in Tech 56:24 Empowering Women in the Workplace fireyfemmes explores money, career and independence for women navigating high-earning careers and life inflection points. This content is for educational and informational purposes only and reflects personal experiences and opinions. It is not financial, legal or investment advice. Always seek advice from a qualified professional before making decisions. Tools, books and companies mentioned: Aussie Angels  https://www.aussieangels.com/ Birchal  https://www.birchal.com/ Stake https://hellostake.com/au Raiz / Acorns https://raizinvest.com.au/ Barefoot Investor https://www.barefootinvestor.com/ Atomic Habits  https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habits Mention of products or companies does not constitute endorsement or financial advice. Support the show sheena@fireyfemmes.com

    1h 3m

  5. 12/29/2025

    Episode 41: The Quiet Financial Decisions That Shape Your 40s

    Send us a text The Quiet Financial Decisions That Shape Your Next Chapter Not all financial decisions are loud or visible. Some of the most powerful choices we make happen quietly without announcements, promotions, or big milestones attached. And yet, they’re the decisions that shape how much freedom, optionality, and calm we carry into our next chapter. In this solo episode, Sheena reflects on the non-headline financial choices that compound over time especially for high-earning women navigating career transitions, reinvention, or a shift in priorities. This is not an advice-heavy episode. It’s a grounded, thoughtful reflection on money, career, and intentional design. In this episode, we explore: Why cash buffers are about more than safety they’re about choiceThe difference between career optimisation and career optionalityHow equity decisions are often emotional, not just financialLifestyle creep vs intentional lifestyle designWhy “doing nothing” can be a strategic financial decisionHow small, quiet choices shape your freedom more than dramatic moves Key takeaway: Your next chapter won’t be defined by one bold decision but by the quiet ones you repeat consistently. This episode is for you if: You’ve built skill, income, and credibility but feel at a crossroadsYou want more optionality, not just more incomeYou’re rethinking what success looks like beyond titles and opticsYou’re designing a life with intention, not urgency 🎧 Listen, reflect, and share this episode with someone who’s quietly recalibrating their relationship with money and career. Follow fireyfemmes for more conversations at the intersection of wealth, identity, and reinvention. sheena@fireyfemmes.com

    7 min
  6. Episode 40 🎙️ The Reinvention Era: What Comes After the Climb

    11/26/2025

    Episode 40 🎙️ The Reinvention Era: What Comes After the Climb

    Send us a text Description:After years of climbing careers, titles, expectations many women reach a moment of quiet truth: The achievement didn’t feel the way we thought it would. This episode is an invitation into your Reinvention Era the chapter that doesn’t follow a ladder, but a compass. You’ll learn:✨ Why achievement without alignment creates restlessness✨ The three identities of reinvention: The Performer, The Questioner, The Creator✨ Why nothing you’ve done is wasted — it all becomes the foundation for your next version✨ What women actually want after “proving” themselves✨ How to design the next decade of your life intentionally and emotionally If you’ve been feeling the pull for something different more freedom, more purpose, more alignment this episode gives you the roadmap and the permission. 🎯 Your Reinvention Prompt: “What do I want my next 5 years to feel like?” Not what you want to achieve. Not what looks good externally. What you want to feel. Let that be your compass. 💬 If you do the exercise, tag @fireyfemmes I’d love to witness your next chapter. sheena@fireyfemmes.com

    6 min
  7. Episode 39 Money as Leverage, Not Stress: Building Financial Optionality

    11/24/2025

    Episode 39 Money as Leverage, Not Stress: Building Financial Optionality

    Send us a text Description:For too long, women have been taught that money is something to manage, fear, or survive — not something we can leverage.In this episode, we shift from stress to strategy and talk about how money becomes one of the most powerful tools for choice, confidence, and reinvention. You’ll learn:✨ The mindset shift from survival to optionality✨ What “money as leverage” actually looks like✨ Why optionality makes women powerful in negotiations, careers & relationships✨ The small levers that build financial safety + confidence✨ How to calculate your freedom number (your first optionality target) If you’ve ever felt stressed about money or stuck because you felt financially trapped this episode will help you see money differently: as choice, space, and possibility. 💛 Special Shoutout:This beauty of a dress is from Nooki, the e-commerce brand for women who want to feel confident, comfortable, and effortlessly themselves. www.nookie.com.au Discover them on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/lovenookie/ @lovenookie 🎯 Your Action Step This Week: Journal: “What amount of money would give me enough optionality to breathe?”Not forever. Not perfection. Just next-month freedom. 💬 If you calculate your number, tag @fireyfemmes I love seeing women step into their financial power. sheena@fireyfemmes.com

    14 min
  8. Episode 38 🎙️Reinvention Without Burning Out: The Slow Pivot Playbook

    11/24/2025

    Episode 38 🎙️Reinvention Without Burning Out: The Slow Pivot Playbook

    Send us a text Description: You don’t need to burn your life down to reinvent yourself. In this episode, we explore the fireyfemmes approach to career change: The Slow Pivot Playbook a method built on clarity, stability, and low-pressure experimentation. You’ll learn:✨ Why dramatic “quit your job” advice doesn’t work for most women✨ How small experiments create big clarity✨ The 3 principles of a sustainable reinvention✨ Why parallel paths protect your energy and income✨ How identity evolves slowly and why that’s a good thing If you’re in a pivot season, feeling the urge for change, or craving a new direction without the burnout this episode will calm your nervous system and give you a plan. 🎯 Your Action Step This Week: Choose one small, low-pressure experiment that moves you toward your next chapter. Just one. 💬 If you take action, tag @fireyfemmes I’d love to celebrate your reinvention journey. sheena@fireyfemmes.com

    9 min
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fireyfemmes - where ambition meets freedom.---Educating and empowering women in tech so we can all build wealth, retire early, & build cool & fun projects!Hi, my name is Sheena and I've been in tech since 2016 when WIT (Women in Tech) events had cupcakes 🫠This platform is created to share my thoughts and experience in tech, sharing investment experiences and thoughts and connecting you to smart research to build wealth early.

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  • Creator
    Sheena Burce
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    45
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 fireyfemmes
  • Show Website
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