Real Stories: Sally
What colour are you wearing?
Compouding Interest! love this colour!
What do you think is the biggest financial challenge facing women?
Not being financially independent enough to allow for choices. Whilst many women are financially independent in their 20s, I don't think we receive enough education on how to prepare to remain financially independent after career breaks for having and caring for children.
Who taught you about money growing up? Was it discussed in your family?
My dad tried! I don't know how interested I was. He made up little bank account books for us and tried to encourage saving. But there wasn't much big picture or planning chat about money.
At what age did you become financially independent? I had a part-time job from when I was 14, but I probably became (mainly!) financially independent when I left uni at 21 and moved out of home and overseas.
What advice do you wish you could have given your younger self regarding money?
SAVE! You don't miss a little bit every week but it adds up to a lot! Then invest in something that slowly build wealth over time.
Do you feel in control of your money and spending?
I feel like I could be spending less and saving more. I would like to be more focussed about where my money goes.
“I don’t think we receive enough education on how to prepare to remain financially independent after career breaks for having and caring for children.”
Do you have any stories of money regrets?
How long have you got?
Do you worry about money?
Yes, but I worry less when I know exactly what financial position I'm in. Whether it be good or not so good, if you know you can do something about it. Burying your head in the sand about financial matters is a sure fire way to end up anxious about them I think.