The Clever Girls Know Podcast

On this podcast episode, Tanya Taylor shares key tips on how to financially prepare for the unexpected based on her experience of going from achieving her financial goals to a sudden disability. With over two decades helping people improve their financial lives, Tanya (CPA,MBA) is on a mission to stop the cycle of poverty and build generational wealth. She is an award-winning author, speaker, and the founder and CEO of Grow Your Wealth, a financial education platform which empowers women to achieve confidence in managing their finances so that they can retire worry-free. Tanya infuses her knowledge from learning and teaching about wealth building, with her 24 years on Wall Street in the banking and insurance industries. She has been featured in publications such as Business Insider and Black Enterprise, sharing her story from an undocumented immigrant as an impoverished Jamaican traveling to the U.S. alone at 16 to capitalizing on the opportunity to build wealth and changing the trajectory of her and her family’s lives. Tanya’s core belief relies on the balance of wealth building and personal goals, in which she continues to jet-set the world with more than 60 countries visited.   WHAT TANYA DISCUSSED: Her financial journey before the sudden disability and what goals she had achieved The biggest financial challenges she faced after her disability The financial safety nets she had in place that provided support during this time How she adjusted her financial goals and priorities after the sudden change The role insurance, emergency savings, or other financial products played in helping her navigate this situation How her perspective on financial planning has changed since experiencing this unexpected event AND SO MUCH MORE   HOW TO KEEP UP WITH TANYA: Via her website: https://growyourwealth10x.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanya-taylor-cpa-mba-2bb5387/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growyourwealth10x/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/GroURWealth Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tanyataylorcpa Tanya’s TED talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aWQoe91QTKU   ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/clevergirlfinance

On this podcast episode Lauren Tilden shares how to create a small business marketing plan for today’s social media scene. Lauren is a marketing coach who believes that great marketing can change the world. She’s on a mission to prove that marketing doesn’t have to be boring, icky, or scary—even for the biggest procrastinators and perfectionists! After eight years in corporate marketing, Lauren launched her watercolor paper goods business, Good Sheila, in 2017 and hasn’t looked back since. Now, she hosts the Making Good podcast and leads the small business marketing community Making Good Happen, where she helps creative entrepreneurs show up consistently with effective, true-to-them marketing. Her goal is to help creative entrepreneurs craft marketing strategies that feel authentic, boost their confidence, and make them impossible to ignore.   WHAT LAUREN DISCUSSED: Why marketing excites her Why having a solid marketing plan is essential for small businesses in today’s social media-driven world How small businesses can identify the right social media platforms for their brand Key elements that should be included in a small business marketing plan The importance of consistency when it comes to social media marketing, and how small businesses can stay consistent Strategies small businesses can use to stand out in an oversaturated social media space AND SO MUCH MORE   HOW TO KEEP UP WITH LAUREN: Via her website: https://laurentilden.co Via her podcast: https://makinggoodpodcast.com On Instagram: https://instagram.com/laurentilden   ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/clevergirlfinance

On this episode, Zainab Aliyu shares how she transition from corporate to full-time entrepreneur running her own luxury leather goods business. Zainab is the CEO & Creative Director of AABOUX, a stylish luxurious leather brand founded in 2017. AABOUX creates limited edition and quality statement pieces using their signature stitch-less technique; from exquisitely and ethically sourced leathers by third-generation skilled artisans in Lagos, Nigeria. Zainab sits on three boards as a Non Executive Director. She is also a Creative, a Finance Professional and a UK qualified Fellow of the Association of Chartered and Certified Accountants (ACCA) with over 16 years of experience in the extractive sector (mainly in the oil and gas sector, across five continents, and recently in mining). She qualified at Deloitte UK where she spent four years serving clients in the energy industry and in Risk and Assurance. Prior to to that, she worked at KPMG Nigeria in Business Advisory, Philipps, Kobbs & Co as an Accountant. Post Deloitte she worked at Baker Hughes UK engaging in Internal Audit, Risk and compliance projects and an Indigenous oil and gas company in Project Accounting as a Financial Controller. She is passionate about philanthropy and is involved in several causes aimed at education, healthcare, children, women, internally displaced persons and mental health matters. Zainab enjoys travelling, art, reading, fashion, photography and current affairs.   WHAT ZAINAB DISCUSSED: Her journey from corporate life to full-time entrepreneurship and the pivotal moment that made her realize it was time to leave the corporate world. Some of the biggest challenges she faced in making the transition. How she prepared herself financially and mentally for this big leap.  The key skills and experiences from her corporate job that have helped her in her entrepreneurial journey. The importance of building a support network when transitioning to entrepreneurship. AND SO MUCH MORE   HOW TO KEEP UP WITH ZAINAB: Via her website: https://aaboux.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/aaboux   ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/clevergirlfinance

On this episode, Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington, shares key financial tips to help you crush your medical debt without going bankrupt!  Dr. Virgie is an internal medicine physician, former health insurance executive, and principal of Crush Medical Debt Financial Wellness, which helps 100 million American healthcare cost victims struggling with the nation’s #1 cause of debt and bankruptcy – medical bills. After practicing for more than 20 years in primary care and psychiatric settings and as a medical billing expert, Dr. Virgie now helps patients avoid financial devastation from crushing medical bills through her "What Your Doctor Wants You to Know" series. She's the author of "What Your Doctor Wants You to Know to CRUSH MEDICAL DEBT" and host of the weekly "Crush Medical Debt - Medical Bills Uncovered" show on the VoiceAmerica radio network and more than 30 of your favorite podcast platforms.   WHAT DR. VIRGIE DISCUSSED: How she become so passionate about helping people manage their medical debt The current landscape of medical debt in the United States Key components patients should look for when it comes to understanding medical debt, and how can they identify errors or overcharges Effective strategies for negotiating with healthcare providers and insurance companies Types of financial assistance programs are available for patients struggling with medical debt Common mistakes people make when dealing with medical debt AND SO MUCH MORE   HOW TO KEEP UP WITH DR. VIRGIE: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crushmedicaldebt LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drvirgie X: https://x.com/therealdrvirgie TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@crushmedicaldebt YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CrushMedicalDebt Via her website: https://crushmedicaldebt.com   ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/clevergirlfinance

We can all likely make long lists of the bad money mistakes that we have made. That being said, we all make money mistakes. And the key here is that we dust ourselves off and we keep moving.  Let's talk about the big money mistakes that you want to avoid and how to recover from them if you have found that you have already made these mistakes.   ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: https://clevergirlfinance.com/books  ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: https://clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages/ ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: https://clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/clevergirlfinance

Announcing the pre-sale of not one but TWO highly anticipated Clever Girl Finance books, both releasing on November 13th, 2024! Here’s what to expect in these incredible new releases: My Wealth Plan Workbook: A personalized toolkit packed with financial worksheets, checklists, and actionable strategies to help you ditch debt, save money, and build real wealth. This workbook is your go-to guide for organizing your financial goals and taking immediate action. Clever Girl Finance, Expanded & Updated 2nd Edition: An updated version of the bestselling personal finance book for women, filled with even more insights on budgeting, debt management, investing, and wealth-building strategies. Tune in to hear all about these new books and how they can help you take control of your finances in 2025 and beyond!   Pre-Order Now: You can pre-order My Wealth Plan Workbook and Clever Girl Finance, Expanded & Updated 2nd Edition from all major retailers, including: Amazon: ​My Wealth Plan Workbook: Your Personalized Plan to Ditch Debt, Save Money and Build Real Wealth​ ​Clever Girl Finance, Expanded & Updated: Ditch Debt, Save Money and Build Real Wealth - 2nd Edition Barnes & Noble Books-A-Million IndieBound   Connect with Clever Girl Finance: Follow on Instagram: @clevergirlfinance Visit the Clever Girl Finance website: www.clevergirlfinance.com Subscribe on YouTube: youtube.com/clevergirlfinance

It is so exciting to think about the possibilities of what can happen when we actually achieve our goals. Unfortunately, so many of us give up on our goals before we even get started. So tune in to learn key ways in which you can start achieving your goals starting today.  And the tips I'm going to share just don't apply to your finances. They can also apply to other aspects of your life as well. So let's get into it! ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: https://clevergirlfinance.com/books  ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: https://clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages/ ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: https://clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/clevergirlfinance

On this episode of the podcast, Jill Sirianni joins us to discuss the topic of contentment vs. complacency when it comes to our finances. Jill is the co-host of Frugal Friends Podcast and co-author of 'Buy What You Love Without Going Broke', releasing January 2025. She and her husband paid off $60,000 of debt over 7 years while cash flowing her masters degree. As a licensed clinical social worker she’s experienced in doing a lot with a little – from starting small businesses to full-time RVing – all of it was leveraged in her debt pay-off journey. Helping others is her highest value and integrating her mental health perspective with personal finance is how she supports others to identify, and live out of, what they value most.   WHAT JILL DISCUSSED: How she defines contentment in the context of personal finances and how can it differ from complacency How her perspective on contentment and financial management has evolved over time based on her own personal finance journey Key strategies to strive for financial growth without becoming complacent Her approach to mindful spending Advice for overcoming  plateaus and reigniting financial growth AND SO MUCH MORE   HOW TO KEEP UP WITH JILL: @frugalfriendspodcast www.buywhatyoulovebook.com www.frugalfriendspodcast.com   ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages/ ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/clevergirlfinance

A biweekly budget is perfect for those who get paid every other week. It helps you structure your budget around your paychecks so you can better plan your finances. Learn out how to create a biweekly budget that works for you in this episode!   ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: https://clevergirlfinance.com/books  ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: https://clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages/ ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: https://clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/clevergirlfinance  

Sometimes an extra $1000 can come in really handy. Whether to pay some bills, save money for an upcoming trip, or expand your emergency fund, who wouldn’t want another $1,000? If this sounds like something you are interested in, I have some great ideas for how to save $1,000 fast! Keep listening! ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: https://clevergirlfinance.com/books  ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: https://clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages/ ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: https://clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/clevergirlfinance  

On this podcast episode, Kara Stevens, author, financial expert and foundero f the Frugal Feminista discusses relocating to Ghana, financial changes and the truth about the “soft life”! Kara’s relatable financial advice has been featured on Forbes, CNN, Business Insider, Huffington Post, Yahoo Finance, ESSENCE, Women’s Day Magazine, The Washington Post, and other nationally recognized media outlets. She is also the author of Heal Your Relationship With Money, The Happy Finances Challenge, and Unmasking the Strong Black Woman. WHAT KARA DISCUSSED: 1. What inspired her to relocate to Ghana, and her initial thoughts and feelings about making such a significant move 2. The financial preparations she made before relocating 3.  The biggest financial adjustments she had to make 4. How she handled the transition in terms of generating income in Ghana 5. The biggest cultural and lifestyle adjustments she had to make 6. How the concept of 'soft life' plays out in reality 7. Practical tips for anyone considering a move abroad, particularly from a financial perspective AND SO MUCH MORE HOW TO KEEP UP WITH KARA: You can keep in touch with Kara Stevens on Twitter (@frugalfeminista), Instagram (@frugalfeminista), and Facebook (@TheFrugalFeminista) Pick up her book, “”Heal Your Relationship With Money”: https://www.healyourrelationshipwithmoney.com/* Read the excerpt: https://www.thefrugalfeminista.com/community/   ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: https://clevergirlfinance.com/books  ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: https://clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages/ ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: https://clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/clevergirlfinance

On this podcast episode, let’s discuss the key mindset shifts you need to make today for your financial abundance! When it comes to having a broke mindset, I’ve been there - especially when I was trying to save money and trying to start my business. I told myself things like I could never achieve my big financial goals. I told myself how making money was too hard for me to do and I’ve even told myself that you know what, maybe I was not meant to succeed but those were all lies and I had to change my mindset and do it quickly because it was keeping myself stuck, de-motivated and blind to opportunities that ended up passing me by! What mindset shifts can you make starting today? ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: https://clevergirlfinance.com/books  ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: https://clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages/ ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: https://clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/clevergirlfinance  

Being frugal and being cheap have a lot in common — they are both about saving money. So, what’s the difference between cheap and frugal in real terms? On this episode, learn the difference between being cheap vs being frugal and how to avoid falling into the trap of being cheap because being cheap can impact your friendships, finances, and more!  ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: https://clevergirlfinance.com/books  ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: https://clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages/ ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: https://clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/clevergirlfinance  

On this podcast episode, Reni Odetoyinbo @xoreni shares how she helped 100 people save over $862,210 in 2023. Reni is a financial literacy educator and content creator. After purchasing her first home at the age of 23, she began to share her journey on social media to educate and inspire other Black and Brown folks. On her YouTube channel, ‘xoreni’ she shares resources around career development and financial literacy. Over the past four years, Reni has built a community of over 150,000 individuals across her platforms. WHAT RENI DISCUSSED: Her motivation start helping people save money The strategies she used to help people save such a significant amount of money The specific financial principles and philosophies she follows The biggest challenges people face saving money, and how to overcome them Her personal lessons and insights from this experience AND SO MUCH MORE  HOW TO KEEP UP WITH RENI: https://www.instagram.com/xoreni https://www.youtube.com/xoreni https://www.tiktok.com/@xoxoreni https://renitheresource.com/   ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: https://clevergirlfinance.com/books  ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: https://clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages/ ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: https://clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/clevergirlfinance  

Anya Willique Pratt has over 8 years in the field of fashion, sustainability and navigation of markets. As the Caribbean Sustainable Ambassador, Anya has placed her focus on stewardship. Through educational workshops, prison rehabilitation fashion programs and her brand the designer seeks to make social economic change. Showcasing a curated selection of bespoke leather goods, WILLIQUE aims to demonstrate that luxury and sustainability are not mutually exclusive but can coexist harmoniously. With a focus on durability, longevity, and environmentally-friendly practices, the brand offers an alternative to mass-produced items, emphasizing quality over quantity.    WHAT ANYA DISCUSSED:  How she got started in the luxury handbag industry, particularly focusing on sustainability and eco-friendliness. Some of the key challenges she faced in building a sustainable and eco-friendly luxury brand in the fashion industry. What sets her handbags apart in terms of sustainability practices and materials used. How she managed her personal finances while launching and growing her business. The financial strategies or approaches she found particularly helpful in funding her sustainable luxury brand. Key advice she would give to aspiring entrepreneurs looking to create their own brands AND MUCH MORE    HOW TO KEEP UP WITH ANYA:  On Instagram: https://instagram.com/willique On Facebook: https://facebook.com/willique   ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: https://clevergirlfinance.com/books  ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: https://clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages/ ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: https://clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/clevergirlfinance  

On this podcast episode, Kaitlin Leung co-founder of the family business @thewoksoflife share her experience and tips on how to start a successful family business. Since its founding in 2013, The Woks of Life has become the #1 online resource for approachable, creative, authentic Chinese recipes in English. Through their popular recipe site and diverse social media community, Bill, Judy, Sarah and Kaitlin Leung share inspiring recipes and their family’s culinary genealogy with millions of home cooks. With the debut of their highly-acclaimed, New York Times bestselling cookbook The Woks of Life: Recipes to Know and Love from a Chinese American Family in 2022, the family has served up even more of their sought-after recipes and culinary stories to hungry fans and new audiences. The Leungs have been featured in numerous press outlets, including Magnolia Network’s Family Dinner with Andrew Zimmern, Food Network’s Family Meal, as well as Bon Appetit, Good Morning America, NPR, The New York Times, and many more. WHAT KAITLIN DISCUSSED: 1. the story behind the founding of The Woks of Life and how their family business journey began in 2013 2. What inspired her family to focus specifically on providing approachable, creative, and authentic Chinese recipes in English 3. How they manage the dynamics of working together as a family in a business setting 4. How they leveraged their popular recipe site and social media community to grow their family business and connect with millions of home cooks 5. Key factors that contribute to the longevity and sustainability of a family-run business AND SO MUCH MORE HOW TO KEEP UP WITH KAITLIN AND HER FAMILY: Via their website: https://thewoksoflife.com/ On Instagram: https://instagram.com/thewoksoflife ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages/ ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/clevergirlfinance

Taking control of your finances and making a plan for your money is the best way to match your goals with your bank balance. Financial goals give you a reason to take charge of your money. Here are some simple but extremely effective examples of financial goals to help you get started with setting your own. ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages/ ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/clevergirlfinance

The truth is that you work hard for your money, so it's only fair that you get to reward yourself every now and then, right? Well yes - You definitely deserve to treat yourself and have fun. So check out these key tips for rewarding yourself while staying within your budget! ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages/ ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/clevergirlfinance

On this episode of the podcast, Julie Pozo-Cepeda, an event planner and founder of @julzbox shares how she started and grew her events planning business while working full-time. Julie is a Dominican-American born and raised in upper Manhattan - Washington Heights. By day, she’s the Director of Events for a prestigious higher education institution, orchestrating memorable experiences that bring people together. With over 25 years of experience in event planning, she’s come to believe that the art of gathering is truly just that—an art. She holds a Masters degree in administration, grounding her work in strategic planning and organizational excellence. In her spare time, you might catch her striking a pose in the world of commercial modeling. WHAT JULIE DISCUSSED: 1. How she decided to start your events planning business while working full-time 2. How she balances a full-time job and a business 3. The initial steps she took to launch her events planning business 4. How she has gone about building her client base 5. How she managed her finances during the early stages of her business AND MUCH MORE HOW TO KEEP UP WITH JULIE: - On Instagram: - https://instagram.com/miminjulz - https://instagram.com/julzbox Via her website: https://www.julzbox.com ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages/ ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/clevergirlfinance

On today’s episode of the podcast, Jenne Claiborne of Sweet Potato Soul shares how she has grown a massive YouTube channel based on her passion business on southern inspired vegan recipes. Jenné is a vegan chef, content creator, and author of the Sweet Potato Soul cookbook, who is known for creating colorful, unique, and easy-to-make southern inspired vegan recipes. She became vegan for ethical and animal welfare reasons, and was pleasantly surprised by the way in which it improved her health and happiness. Jenné has been featured on several shows and in various other media outlets, including The Today Show, the New York Times, Washington Post, and more. You can find her recipes on SweetPotatoSoul.com and in her cookbook, Sweet Potato Soul. WHAT JENNE DISCUSSED: *The motivation behind why and how she started her niche business focused on southern inspired vegan food. *How she “veganizes” popular southern dishes *How she built her YouTube channel and her revenue streams *Her approach to life and business AND SO MUCH MORE HOW TO KEEP UP WITH JENNE: - On Instagram: https://instagram.com/sweetpotatosoul - Via her website: https://sweetpotatosoul.com ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages/ ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/clevergirlfinance