Determined to master her messy personal finances, Jean Chatzky immersed herself in learning about finance, financial freedom, and investing. She worked on Wall Street to understand the stock market, then transitioned to financial journalism. After being fired for being “too expensive,” she turned her side hustles into HerMoney—a safe space where women can build wealth and take control of their money. In this episode, Jean shares actionable insights on achieving financial freedom and building lasting confidence around money.
In this episode, Hala and Jean will discuss:
(00:00) Introduction
01:12 From Journalism to Financial Expertise
03:06 Skill Stacking
06:38 The Gender Wage Gap
11:21 Women Controlling Wealth and Spending
20:07 Navigating Relationships and Success
27:03 Women and Investing
30:09 The Importance of Financial Freedom
31:36 Homeownership: Is It Worth It?
35:47 Understanding Your Money Type
40:15 Budgeting and Avoiding Overspending
42:39 Strategies for Paying Down Debt
44:33 Improving Your Credit Score
47:34 Investing Wisely
Jean Chatzky is the CEO and co-founder of HerMoney Media, a digital platform focused on enhancing financial planning, literacy, and wellness among women. She is an award-winning personal finance journalist, bestselling author, and host of the HerMoney podcast. With a background that spans Forbes, SmartMoney, and a 25-year tenure on NBC’s Today show, she has earned many accolades, such as the Gracie Award for Outstanding Host. She has authored multiple bestselling books, including Women with Money and Pay It Down! She frequently appears on major platforms like CNN, MSNBC, and The Oprah Winfrey Show.
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