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How to Create a Monthly Budget, With Emilie Bellet

Today, Emilie Bellet is diving into creating a monthly budget that truly aligns with your financial goals. Budgeting might seem daunting or restrictive, but it’s really about gaining control, achieving financial stability, and working toward your aspirations. We’ll cover how to analyse your income, understand your take-home pay, set up a saving plan (including a pension), and manage your expenses effectively.

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How the Economy Really Works, with Kyla Scanlon

Today on The Wallet, Emilie Bellet is joined by Kyla Scanlon, recognised by Fast Company as ‘the internet’s favourite econ nerd.’ Kyla’s new book, "In This Economy?" equips readers with the tools to understand the economy and its impact on their finances. We discuss misconceptions about the economy, the concept of "vibecessions," and how personal financial decisions fit into the broader economic context. Kyla also shares insights on improving financial literacy and practical tips for making smarter financial decisions.

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Could AI ReplaceYour Job? With Isabel Berwick

Today, Isabel Berwick, host of the FT's Working It podcast and author of “The Future-Proof Career”, joins our podcast. In this episode, we dive into the evolving role of work in an AI-driven world and what a "Future-Proof Career" really means. Isabel shares insights on the importance of soft skills, what makes people happy or unhappy at work, and trust in remote settings. We also tackle gender equity challenges and the rise of CEO churn, especially among women

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Stock Markets And Index Funds 101

NASDAQ, FTSE… In today's episode, we’ll demystify stock exchanges, and explain how they impact investors or potential investors like you. We'll explore how stock exchanges serve as gateways to investment vehicles such as index funds, providing you with opportunities to grow your money and participate in the global economy.

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Credit Score 101, with Sara Williams

In this episode, I speak to Sara Williams, a debt advisor with over 20 years of experience and the voice behind Debt Carmel since 2013, to help us demystify the world of credit scores.

We discuss whether credit is always good and why we've all become so accustomed to using it. We also explore what a credit score is, the main credit agencies in the UK, and how credit scores are calculated. Plus, we uncover how to check your score for free, ways to improve it and debunk common myths.

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How to Get Started With Your Investment Portfolio? with Emilie Bellet

Today we're answering a question from one of our Money Matters Festival attendees who wanted more information about building her first portfolio of investments. Whether you're starting from scratch or looking to refine your strategy, Emilie Bellet is giving you a 10-steps checklist to understand and select your portfolio. We will be covering risk / reward, asset allocation and diversification, balancing a portfolio, passive approach with funds and also monitoring.

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What's The Value of Your Unpaid Work? with Eve Rodsky

Women often shoulder two-thirds or more of the unpaid domestic work and childcare responsibilities for their homes and families. This has significant effects on relationships, wealth, and overall well-being. In this episode, Eve Rodsky discusses how to make societal change one partnership at a time, aiming to redistribute domestic work and redefine relationships. We look into actionable systems outlined in her book and platform Fair Play, addressing mental load, returning to work, and the importance of prioritising alone ‘unicorn’ time.

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How to Set Financial Goals? with Laura Newman

It’s time to Spring clean your finances! Today's episode focuses on setting financial goals for yourself. Only one in six Brits (17%) confess to having no defined financial goals, and 80% haven't discussed their financial goals with their bank. 

Laura Newman, Head of NatWest Premier Financial Planning, shares insights and tips on the timing of setting financial goals. She suggests now is a good time for a financial Spring cleaning, eliminating unnecessary direct debits and subscriptions while focusing on clear future objectives.


We discuss how to set financial goals, prioritise them, and determine when to review them. We explore the importance of designing the life you want to live.

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How to Make Your First Investment? with Emilie Bellet

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.

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How to Put the Romance Back in Business? With Tim Leberecht

Have 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.

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Why Do We Keep Salary Secrets? with Laura Newman

Today'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.

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Cultivating a Wealthy Mindset in 2024

As 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.

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Securing Your Financial Future in 2024

What 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.

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Unmasking the Wolf of Wall Street: Jordan Belfort's Financial Crimes

Are 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.

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