In this recording of our Webinar, we're diving into the world of investment with a focus on getting started. If you've been part of our previous workshops and bootcamps, you're already familiar with the why, when, and mindset of investing. But today, we're breaking it down into simple steps to help you take that first leap into the exciting world of growing your money through investing.
Read MoreOn March 3rd, 2024, Vestpod's Money Matters festival took centre stage at the iconic KOKO in Camden, London. Our second panel discussion included Clare Seal, Claer Barrett, Lisa Picardo and Tiwalola Ogunlesi who shared their unique paths to building wealth and finding fulfilment.
Read MoreHave you ever wondered about the importance of romance in our lives and that we can find it in and through business? But also how to strike the perfect balance between career ambitions and personal happiness? In today's episode, Emilie Bellet is joined by Tim Leberecht, an author, curator, and entrepreneur, known as the co-founder of the House of Beautiful Business.
Read MoreOn March 3rd, 2024, Vestpod's Money Matters festival took centre stage at the iconic KOKO in Camden, London. In this panel discussion, we deep dive into ways to empower women financially and tackle important challenges, such as the gender wage gap, limited access to financial resources, and barriers to career progression.
Read MoreOn March 3rd, 2024, Vestpod's Money Matters festival took centre stage at the iconic KOKO in Camden, London. Emilie Bellet, the Founder of Vestpod, set the tone for the event by sharing Vestpod’s mission: empowering women to own their financial future. We want to bring women together to think about creating wealth and the positive ripple effects it can have on everyone around us.
Read MoreToday's episode is all about breaking the silence around salaries and how to navigate those conversations. What are the common misconceptions people have about discussing salaries? How do we navigate discussions about finances when there's a significant income disparity between partners? How can working with a financial planner help you plan for the future? To gain clarity on these questions, I interviewed Laura Newman, NatWest Premier’s Head of Financial Planning.
Read MoreAs January comes to a close, I hope you're settling into 2024 with a sense of excitement and enthusiasm for what lies ahead. As we prepare for an eventful year, we want to pause and extend our heartfelt appreciation for your ongoing support.
We've got so many exciting projects and plans in store, and we can't wait to share them with you.
But first: to kickstart 2024 with a financial boost, we have prepared a Hotline episode featuring valuable tips to transform your financial situation this year. Whether it's fostering a positive money mindset or implementing practical strategies for saving, we've got all the tools you need to make this your most financially successful year to date.
Read MoreWhat are some of the things that we are most afraid of or most dread when it comes to money? What is lifestyle creep? How to plan for your finances in 2024?
In this episode of The Wallet, I interview Laura Newman, Head of NatWest’s Specialist Client Advice and Investment Services. We discuss the financial challenges and opportunities for 2024, such as inflation, interest rates, lifestyle creep, and wealth management. Laura shares her insights and tips on planning, overcoming obstacles, and growing wealth.
Read MoreAre you familiar with the name Jordan Belfort? If not, you might recognise him as the infamous 'Wolf of Wall Street'. Belfort's journey in the financial world is nothing short of exhilarating — starting from his humble beginnings as a door-to-door salesman to becoming the mastermind behind Stratton Oakmont, a fraudulent brokerage firm that swindled millions from unsuspecting investors.
Read MoreKeith Gill, aka RoaringKitty and DeepFuckingValue, was a financial analyst and online trader who challenged Wall Street with GameStop, a retailer on the verge of bankruptcy. He shared his trades on Reddit, attracting a crowd of followers who bought GameStop shares, driving up the price and hurting hedge funds that had shorted the stock.
Read MoreIn this episode, I speak to Martha Lane Fox, the co-founder of lastminute.com, Europe’s biggest travel and leisure website. She started the company in 1998 with Brent Hoberman, and sold it in 2005 for a whopping £577 million when she was only 31.
Read MoreToday, we’ll be looking at Patrick Foster’s story. Patrick had a promising career as a professional cricketer, until gambling came into the picture. In this podcast, he shares his journey from being a sports star to a compulsive gambler who ended up in £250,000 of debt, revealing how he got hooked on betting, lost his job and his friends, and how he tried to escape his addiction by moving to a different city and becoming a teacher.
Read MoreWe’re used to hearing about stocks, credit or commodities being at the centre of bubbles, but never a flower. Today, we’ll be looking at tulip mania - a period in the 1630s when the prices of tulip bulbs in the Netherlands soared to unprecedented levels, driven by a speculative frenzy. I’ll be talking to Anne Goldgar, an American historian and academic, who argues that tulip mania was not a widespread frenzy that affected the whole society, but rather a limited phenomenon - and that accounts of the subsequent crash may be more fiction than fact. However, there are key takeaways from this story that we, as investors, can learn from.
Read MoreIn today’s episode, we cover one of America’s most prominent cases of financial abuse. Brooke Astor was a well-known figure in New York high society and one of the 20th century's great philanthropists. You'll hear from Brooke's grandson, Philip, about the personal financial crime that unfolded within his own family. He started his own investigation, questioning staff and realised that a significant amount of money has been moved around and legal documents have been altered.
Read More📺How much money would you actually need for retirement? How do we overcome the mental block when it comes to investing in our future? It can be difficult to envision ourselves 20, 30, 40 years from now. This means that all too often, we don’t take the steps we need to take to benefit our future selves.
While we’re living longer, the State Pension doesn’t offer us enough of a buffer. We’re therefore faced with a sometimes daunting personal responsibility to save and invest while trying to eventually achieve our dream retirement.
Here’s a summary of our interactive recording with Becky O’Connor (Director (VP) Public Affairs at PensionBee), Emma Maslin (Money Coach and Founder of The Money Whisperer) and Emilie Bellet (Founder of Vestpod).
Read More📈 In this episode, we delve into the world of investing. Join us as Helena Wardle, Founder of Money Means and Partner and Chartered Financial Planner at Smith and Wardle, shares insights and strategies to bolster your investing confidence and broaden your portfolio. Together, we'll explore the significance of diversification and learn how to strike the right balance between risk and return. In a high-interest rates environment, we'll address the dilemma of whether to prioritise mortgage repayments or continue investing.
Read MoreIn this episode, with Chartered Financial Adviser Lisa Conway-Hughes, we talk about vital strategies for navigating this complex and emotional process, covering topics such as protecting your financial future, maximising savings allowances, securing insurance, and safeguarding against scams. We also explore the personal dynamics of inheritance, including factors that influence distribution decisions, such as close relationships, financial needs, and caregiving responsibilities.
Read MoreEver found yourself wondering if you're spending too much money? Let’s talk about "lifestyle creep."
You might not have heard of it before, but chances are you've experienced it at some point in your life. It's that gradual increase in your spending as your income goes up, which can lead to financial stress and hinder your long-term goals.
So, let's dive in and explore what lifestyle creep is, how to recognise it, and most importantly, how to deal with it.
Read More📺 Are you wondering, "Should I work with a financial adviser? How do I find one that suits me? And how much does it actually cost?" Well, you're not alone. In a sometimes complex financial landscape, managing your finances effectively is crucial, and sometimes, getting help and support is essential. Today's episode is all about demystifying the world of financial advice. I recently had a fascinating conversation with Karen Barrett, the Founder and CEO of Unbiased, and she shared valuable insights on what you can expect from a financial adviser and how they can add value to your financial journey.
Read MoreIn this episode, we speak to Helena Wardle - Founder of Money Means as well as Partner and Chartered Financial Planner at Smith and Wardle - about finding that golden balance between money and our well-being, how to avoid lifestyle creep and still feel fulfilled, the best ways to avoid retail therapy and more.
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