Listen "Natalie Collins - Rising from the roots: How hard work and self-investment can change your future"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode of the Women Talking Money podcast, Gretchen Betts is joined by Natalie Collins, founder of Creative Collins Digital Marketing. Natalie opens up about her inspiring journey from working in marketing for over 20 years to transitioning into freelance life as a marketing manager. She shares the challenges and triumphs of running her own business, the lessons she learned about money from her upbringing, and her personal strategies for budgeting and managing debt. Together, Gretchen and Natalie dive into key topics like the importance of networking, what financial freedom truly means, and how childhood experiences can shape our attitudes toward money. This is an insightful conversation full of practical advice for anyone navigating their financial journey. In this conversation Natalie and Gretchen discuss how: Natalie transitioned to freelancing after 20 years in marketing. Growing up with limited money taught her not to squander. She believes financial freedom means comfort, not wealth. Natalie has never had a credit card due to her fear of debt. Networking with other business owners has been crucial for her. She believes in balancing enjoying today with planning for the future. Follow Natalie: On LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/natalie-collins-04187b30/ Via her website: Digital Marketing Agency www.creativecollins.co.uk Follow Gretchen: On Instagram @gretchenbetts_fp_biz On LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/gretchen-betts/ Watch the Episodes on YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@Women-Talking-Money
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