Listen "133: Mel Browne talks about financial empowerment for women"
Episode Synopsis
                            Join Serina Bird as she sits down with Mel Browne, author of Unf*ck Your Finances, to explore the importance of financial empowerment for women. In this episode, they cover financial literacy, superannuation, investing, frugal living, and the ways menopause and ageism can shape women’s financial journeys. Mel shares her personal experiences, unpacks how traditional gender roles have influenced women’s financial independence, and offers practical strategies to build wealth at any stage of life.
Key Takeaways:
Financial literacy is essential for women’s empowerment.
Traditional gender roles can limit women’s financial independence.
Superannuation is a vital but often overlooked part of women’s financial planning.
Investing is possible and rewarding at any age.
Menopause and ageism can significantly affect career opportunities and finances.
Frugal living can improve long-term financial health.
Women often outperform men as investors due to disciplined strategies.
Open conversations about money are key to financial confidence.
 
BONUS: Mel has prepared a list of resources for The Joyful Frugalista listeners, which you can find at https://www.melissabrowne.com.au/joyfulfrugalista.
 
                        
                    Key Takeaways:
Financial literacy is essential for women’s empowerment.
Traditional gender roles can limit women’s financial independence.
Superannuation is a vital but often overlooked part of women’s financial planning.
Investing is possible and rewarding at any age.
Menopause and ageism can significantly affect career opportunities and finances.
Frugal living can improve long-term financial health.
Women often outperform men as investors due to disciplined strategies.
Open conversations about money are key to financial confidence.
BONUS: Mel has prepared a list of resources for The Joyful Frugalista listeners, which you can find at https://www.melissabrowne.com.au/joyfulfrugalista.
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