Real Stories: Maureen
What colour are you wearing?
Equity! I love this colour!
What do you think is the biggest financial challenge facing women?
I think the biggest financial challenge women face is independence. In a world where everyone is an entrepreneur and financially independent, it is hard for other women to achieve that outside of roles sociely has set out for women. We still need to be mothers, sisters, homemakers, wives etc. It is hard to find the time and balance so we end up never acheiving that indelcepence when it comes to finance, so we will rely on someone to help. Not becuase we can’t do it ourselves, but we just do not have the time!
Who taught you about money growing up? Was it discussed in your family?
I was never taught about money, its something I had to figure out as a young adult.
At what age did you become financially independent?
I became financially independent at 19.
What advice do you wish you could have given your younger self regarding money?
I wish I had taught myself how to budget and live below my means, that will help with savings and keep me ready for all of the rainy days to come!
Do you feel in control of your money and spending?
I am not in control! I do not feel like I am, primarily because of the responsibilities I have. I feel like life has already planned for my money before me. When my salary comes in, its already set out where and what it will be spent on.
“I feel like life has already planned for my money before me. When my salary comes in, its already set out where and what it will be spent on. ”
Do you have any stories of money regrets?
I regret my shopping habits, it’s a coping mechanism and I wish I did not find happiness in a new bag, or a lipstick or shoe!
Do you worry about money?
I worry about money all of the time.