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Girl on FIRE

75 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 37 ratings

Girl on FIRE is a podcast helping women navigate their way through financial independence and retiring early. We talk about how to invest, what to invest in and how to grow your wealth so that you can continue living a life you love without going broke - even in retirement. We also discuss the unique issues and challenges that we face as women when building real wealth. Weekly episodes are hosted by budgeting and personal finance expert, Priya Karan. With over a decade of experience working as a finance professional, she's sharing what she learns on her own journey to FIRE. Finally, an investing podcast for women, by women!

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12: How to Ask Your Boss For a Raise (Awesome Hacks that will Empower You!)

March 21, 2021 19:00 - 38 minutes - 17.5 MB

🎙 One of the most important aspects of building wealth is earning enough income to cover your expenses, enjoy your life in the present and invest for financial independence. And in order to do that, you need to get paid what you deserve. That’s why this week, we’re discussing how to ask your boss for a raise. It’s about maximising the income you already work before adding additional streams of income. It’s not always an easy conversation to have, so how do you ask? 🤔 This episode discusses...

12: How to Ask Your Boss for a Raise and Get What You Deserve

March 21, 2021 19:00 - 38 minutes - 17.5 MB

🎙 One of the most important aspects of building wealth is earning enough income to cover your expenses, enjoy your life in the present and invest for financial independence. And in order to do that, you need to get paid what you deserve. That’s why this week, we’re discussing how to ask your boss for a raise. It’s about maximising the income you already work before adding additional streams of income. It’s not always an easy conversation to have, so how do you ask? 🤔 This episode discusses...

11: The #1 Financial Metric You Need to Focus on to Build Wealth & Get Rich

March 14, 2021 19:00 - 26 minutes - 11.9 MB

🎙 Your net worth is the #1 financial metric to focus on if you want to build lasting wealth and live the life of your dreams. But how do you calculate it? It’s not super complicated, but it’s easy to get it wrong. Get in the habit of calculating your net worth often and tracking it monthly to see how it changes. I’m sure you’ve seen people sharing their net worth all over the internet, but what does it mean? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 The most important factor that determine...

11: How to Calculate Your Net Worth and Why It Matters

March 14, 2021 19:00 - 26 minutes - 11.9 MB

🎙 Your net worth is the #1 financial metric to focus on if you want to build lasting wealth and live the life of your dreams. But how do you calculate it? It’s not super complicated, but it’s easy to get it wrong. Get in the habit of calculating your net worth often and tracking it monthly to see how it changes. I’m sure you’ve seen people sharing their net worth all over the internet, but what does it mean? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 The most important factor that determine...

10: How to Explode Your Wealth: Overcome Living Paycheck to Paycheck & Get Rich

March 07, 2021 19:00 - 50 minutes - 23.3 MB

🎙 In the final episode of my 3-part deep dive series, we’re talking about my favourite budgeting method — budget by paycheck. It’s the method that I personally used to grow my net worth to 6-figures by the time I was 23. Not only that, but it’s the only budget method I recommend if you’re paid multiple times per month, earning an irregular income or trying to break free from the paycheck to paycheck cycle. Are you ready for it? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 Why the paycheck bud...

10: How to Budget if You’re Living Paycheck to Paycheck

March 07, 2021 19:00 - 50 minutes - 23.3 MB

🎙 In the final episode of my 3-part deep dive series, we’re talking about my favourite budgeting method — budget by paycheck. It’s the method that I personally used to grow my net worth to 6-figures by the time I was 23. Not only that, but it’s the only budget method I recommend if you’re paid multiple times per month, earning an irregular income or trying to break free from the paycheck to paycheck cycle. Are you ready for it? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 Why the paycheck bud...

9: Should You Budget Using Dave Ramsey's Household Percentages?

February 28, 2021 19:00 - 42 minutes - 19.6 MB

🎙 In part 2 of my 3-part deep dive series, we’re taking a close look at the percentage based budget method, particularly the one recommended by Dave Ramsey. It’s a super popular method of budgeting household income because it’s quick and simple, and Ramsey himself is really popular. But it isn’t perfect, in fact it has some pretty big holes. So are your dreams worth gambling on this method? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 Why Dave Ramsey’s percentage based budget won’t make sense...

9: Are you Falling for this Dumb Money Mistake? The Truth About Dave Ramsey's Budget

February 28, 2021 19:00 - 42 minutes - 19.6 MB

🎙 In part 2 of my 3-part deep dive series, we’re taking a close look at the percentage based budget method, particularly the one recommended by Dave Ramsey. It’s a super popular method of budgeting household income because it’s quick and simple, and Ramsey himself is really popular. But it isn’t perfect, in fact it has some pretty big holes. So are your dreams worth gambling on this method? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 Why Dave Ramsey’s percentage based budget won’t make sense...

8: What is the 50 / 30 / 20 Budget Method and Does It Work?

February 21, 2021 19:00 - 47 minutes - 22.1 MB

🎙 In part 1 of my 3-part deep dive series, we’re taking a close look at the 50 / 30 / 20 budget method. It’s super popular because it’s quick, it’s easy and it’s simple. But does that mean it’s good enough for you and the life you’re trying to build? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 How to budget (the right way) using the 50 / 30 / 20 rule; 🌟 Who the 50 / 30 / 20 budget is good for and who it isn’t a perfect fit for; and 🌟 Why the 50 / 30 / 20 budget rule is dangerous for buil...

8: Does the 50/30/20 Rule Actually Work or is it a Surprising Money Mistake?

February 21, 2021 19:00 - 47 minutes - 22.1 MB

🎙 In part 1 of my 3-part deep dive series, we’re taking a close look at the 50 / 30 / 20 budget method. It’s super popular because it’s quick, it’s easy and it’s simple. But does that mean it’s good enough for you and the life you’re trying to build? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 How to budget (the right way) using the 50 / 30 / 20 rule; 🌟 Who the 50 / 30 / 20 budget is good for and who it isn’t a perfect fit for; and 🌟 Why the 50 / 30 / 20 budget rule is dangerous for buil...

7: Financial Independence & the Dreaded B-word That Makes it all Possible

February 14, 2021 19:00 - 33 minutes - 15.7 MB

🎙 Budgets can have a bit of a bad reputation, but the truth is that your budget is the solid foundation you need to have in place if you want any kind of financial freedom or retirement. But what type of budget is the best one to use? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 Why budgeting is a necessity if you want any form of financial independence, FIRE or retirement 🌟 How to choose the best budget for your needs and your goals 🌟 How to make your budget work for you, no matter what ...

7: How to Get Rich: this Truth About Your Budget will Blow Your Mind

February 14, 2021 19:00 - 33 minutes - 15.7 MB

🎙 Budgets can have a bit of a bad reputation, but the truth is that your budget is the solid foundation you need to have in place if you want any kind of financial freedom or retirement. But what type of budget is the best one to use? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 Why budgeting is a necessity if you want any form of financial independence, FIRE or retirement 🌟 How to choose the best budget for your needs and your goals 🌟 How to make your budget work for you, no matter what ...

6: How Much Is Enough When Saving for Emergencies?

February 07, 2021 19:00 - 31 minutes - 14.8 MB

🎙 There are a lot of opinions out there on how much you need to save up for emergencies. What if most of those financial experts are wrong? But then how much do you really need? The answer might shock you! 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 Why most financial experts are wrong when they recommend how much you should save for emergencies; 🌟 The right way to determine how much you really need (including if you’re with a partner); and 🌟 What you should do with your emergency saving...

6: How Much Money Do You Really Need For Emergencies (Don't Make this Stupid Mistake)

February 07, 2021 19:00 - 31 minutes - 14.8 MB

🎙 There are a lot of opinions out there on how much you need to save up for emergencies. What if most of those financial experts are wrong? But then how much do you really need? The answer might shock you! 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 Why most financial experts are wrong when they recommend how much you should save for emergencies; 🌟 The right way to determine how much you really need (including if you’re with a partner); and 🌟 What you should do with your emergency saving...

5: How to Set Investment Goals (and Why You Need Them)

January 31, 2021 19:00 - 13 minutes - 6.31 MB

🎙 Having well defined investment goals will give you tons of clarity on your path to building wealth and financial freedom. But investment goals aren’t like all other goals. And they’re not the same as savings or debt payoff goals. There’s a lot that goes into setting investment goals the right way. But how?🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 The 4 key things you need to consider when setting your investment goals 🌟 Why investment goals are crucial to wealth building and financial ...

5: How to Set the Best Investment Goals to Make You Rich (Ultimate Guide)

January 31, 2021 19:00 - 13 minutes - 6.31 MB

🎙 Having well defined investment goals will give you tons of clarity on your path to building wealth and financial freedom. But investment goals aren’t like all other goals. And they’re not the same as savings or debt payoff goals. There’s a lot that goes into setting investment goals the right way. But how? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 The 4 key things you need to consider when setting your investment goals 🌟 Why investment goals are crucial to wealth building and financial...

4: How Much Do You Need to Invest in the Stock Market?

January 24, 2021 19:00 - 14 minutes - 7.03 MB

🎙 How much does it cost to invest in the stock market? Once you know the answer to that question, you can see how much you REALLY need to start investing in stocks. Hint: it’s not what you’d think! 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 CHESS sponsorship and what it means 🌟 The different costs associated with popular brokers in Australia 🌟 Why cheaper doesn’t always mean better Links from this episode: CommSec SelfWealth - Referral Link Superhero Raiz  Superhero uses it...

4: How Much Money Do You Really Need to Invest in the Stock Market? (You'll Love This!)

January 24, 2021 19:00 - 14 minutes - 7.03 MB

🎙 How much does it cost to invest in the stock market? Once you know the answer to that question, you can see how much you REALLY need to start investing in stocks. Hint: it’s not what you’d think! 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 CHESS sponsorship and what it means 🌟 The different costs associated with popular brokers in Australia 🌟 Why cheaper doesn’t always mean better Links from this episode: CommSec SelfWealth - Referral Link Superhero Raiz  Superhero uses it...

3: 7 Important Things to Look For When Choosing a Broker (What You Need to Know)

January 17, 2021 19:00 - 11 minutes - 5.52 MB

🎙 When it comes to stock market investing, one of the first things you need to do is choose a broker. But how? And what do you need to look for? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 What a broker is and why you need one 🌟 The different types of brokers you can choose from 🌟 The 7 key things you need to look for when choosing a broker Links from this episode: SelfWealth CommSec Superhero Raiz Superhero uses its own HIN Clearing House Electronic Subregister System (CHE...

3: 7 Things to Look for When Choosing a Broker

January 17, 2021 19:00 - 11 minutes - 5.52 MB

🎙 When it comes to stock market investing, one of the first things you need to do is choose a broker. But how? And what do you need to look for? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 What a broker is and why you need one 🌟 The different types of brokers you can choose from 🌟 The 7 key things you need to look for when choosing a broker Links from this episode: SelfWealth CommSec Superhero Raiz Superhero uses its own HIN Clearing House Electronic Subregister System (CHE...

2: Why Investing Is So Important (Especially for Women)

January 10, 2021 19:00 - 11 minutes - 5.26 MB

🎙 Investing isn’t just for rich, older white men. It’s for everyone, and it’s super important for women in particular - but why? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 How investing shapes your retirement (whether you retire early or at 65) 🌟 Why inflation is so dangerous for your wealth and your retirement plans 🌟 The 3 key (and shocking) reasons why investing is super important for women. Links from this episode: The facts about women and Super - Women in Super How much Sup...

2: Why Investing is More Important for Women Than Men (the Eye-Opening Truth)

January 10, 2021 19:00 - 11 minutes - 5.26 MB

🎙 Investing isn’t just for rich, older white men. It’s for everyone, and it’s super important for women in particular - but why? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 How investing shapes your retirement (whether you retire early or at 65) 🌟 Why inflation is so dangerous for your wealth and your retirement plans 🌟 The 3 key (and shocking) reasons why investing is super important for women. Links from this episode: The facts about women and Super - Women in Super How much Sup...

1: What is FIRE: Is it Actually Possible or a Crazy Dream?

January 03, 2021 20:24 - 7 minutes - 3.53 MB

🎙 FIRE 🔥 (Financial Independence Retire Early) is a hot topic among millennials. But what does it really mean? And is it even possible? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 What FIRE means and how you achieve it. 🌟 What financial independence means for your future. 🌟 Retiring early - lazy or an ideal life? 🌟 My personal goals for FIRE and why I'm crazy enough to try. Remember to: Join our exclusive community by becoming a Patron - Patreon 🤩 Subscribe so you don’t miss any ...

1: What Is FIRE and Is It Even Possible?

January 03, 2021 20:24 - 7 minutes - 3.53 MB

🎙 FIRE 🔥 (Financial Independence Retire Early) is a hot topic among millennials. But what does it really mean? And is it even possible? 🤔 This episode discusses topics like: 🌟 What FIRE means and how you achieve it. 🌟 What financial independence means for your future. 🌟 Retiring early - lazy or an ideal life? 🌟 My personal goals for FIRE and why I'm crazy enough to try. Remember to: Join our exclusive community by becoming a Patron - Patreon 🤩 Subscribe so you don’t miss any ...

0: Trailer

January 01, 2021 01:00 - 2 minutes - 1.21 MB