From Family Hustle to Financial Independence: Dudu's Investing Story
In this episode, we talk to Franc investor Dudu about her money journey. Growing up in a family of entrepreneurs, Dudu learned early lessons about hard work and income. She shares how she overcame debt, started saving intentionally, and began investing to secure her daughters’ future. Dudu also dives into her experience investing through different investment groups, offering valuable tips on what to do—and avoid—when building wealth collectively.
Filled with personal insights and practical financial tips, Dudu’s story is both inspiring and educational. 💡
Be sure to share your financial/investment journey down below! 🙌
Timecodes:
00:00 - 00:42 Trailer
00:43 - 08:21 Introduction
08:22 - 14:02 Dudu's early relationship with money
14:03 - 16:20 What was the trigger point for Dudu to start investing and saving
16:21 - 23:00 How and where Dudu learnt about saving and investing
23:01 - 25:15 Why is investing in a group important for Dudu
25:16 - 28:52 Drawbacks of group investing
28:53 - 30:29 Dudu's personal investments
30:30 - 31:34 What is Dudu's investment portfolio made up of
31:35 - 32:32 How did Dudu hear about Franc
32:33 - 34:22 How Dudu's investment approach has changed over time
34:23 - 36:50 Parting advice from Dudu
36:51 - 37:40 Outro
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Investor to Entrepreneur: Karabo Shares Her Financial Journey
🎨 In this episode of Francly Speaking, we sit down with Karabo, a Franc investor and passionate art collector, who shares how she combined her love for art with smart financial strategies to build her wealth. Karabo talks about how she turned her passion into a thriving business and how being an entrepreneur has reshaped the way she manages her finances. Her story is a testament to working hard and smart, and thinking differently about money. 📈
Be sure to share your financial/investment journey down below! 🙌
Timecodes:
00:00 - 00:50 Trailer
00:51 - 03:19 Introduction
03:20 - 07:16 How her childhood influenced her financial journey and career choices
07:17- 12:25 Where and when did Karabo start investing for herself
12:26 - 14:29 How Karabo manages and researches risk in investing
14:30 - 22:35 What is Karabo's investment strategy
22:36 - 24:54 Karabo speaks about her business, Capital Art
24:55 - 29:59 How Karabo approaches managing her investments and business
30:00 - 31:08 What excites Karabo about investing
31:09 - 33:24 Karabo's parting advice
33:25 - 34:02 Outro
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About Franc: The team behind the Franc app are on a mission to make investing simple and accessible to all 💪 Download the Franc app, set a financial goal, use our in-app calculator and robo-advisor to find the right timeline, regular contribution and investment strategy for you, and start investing... all in 2 minutes!
Download the Franc app to set your financial goals: https://franc.app.link/set-up-a-goal
Visit the Franc website: https://shorturl.at/uxjwf
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From a Rural Village in the Eastern Cape to the Big City: Phumzile's Investing Story
🌍 From a small rural village in the Eastern Cape to the fast-paced life of the big city, Phumzile's investing journey is nothing short of inspiring.
In this episode, Phumzile—one of our guest blog writers and a dedicated Franc investor—shares how he navigated his financial path, overcoming challenges and adapting to new environments. 📈
His story highlights the power of perseverance, smart investing, and how anyone can achieve their financial goals no matter where they start.
Be sure to share your financial/investment journey down below! 🙌
Phumzile's Blog posts:
Overcoming 3 Major Hurdles on My Path to Investment Success - https://shorturl.at/HgIBe
7 Resources That Had a Pivotal Role in How I View Investing - https://shorturl.at/yQLtn
The 5 Misconceptions I Had to Overcome to Build Wealth - https://shorturl.at/Jwx1t
Timecodes:
00:00 - 00:58 Trailer
00:59 - 04:05 Introduction
04:06 - 08:51 How did Phumzile first get into investing
08:52 - 12:49 How Phumzile's investment journey and strategy changed
12:50 - 14:08 Phumzile's reccomendations on investing resources
14:09 - 15:30 How Phumzile's ideas and views changed on investing
15:31 - 16:48 What does the future hold for Phumzile and what is his investing goal
16:49 - 17:53 Outro
If you find today's episode interesting – and trust us, you will – show your support by liking, commenting, or subscribing for more insightful episodes. 📈💬
About Franc: The team behind the Franc app are on a mission to make investing simple and accessible to all 💪 Download the Franc app, set a financial goal, use our in-app calculator and robo-advisor to find the right timeline, regular contribution and investment strategy for you, and start investing... all in 2 minutes!
Download the Franc app to set your financial goals: https://franc.app.link/set-up-a-goal
Visit the Franc website: https://shorturl.at/uxjwf
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From Surviving to Thriving: The Story of a Determined Franc Investor
🌱 From humble beginnings to building her financial future, Chantel's story is one of resilience and determination. In this episode of Francly Speaking, we hear from Chantel, a Franc investor who opens up about her journey into investing. She shares how she started with little, faced numerous challenges, and fought her way through financial setbacks to achieve her goals. Her journey proves that anyone can start investing, no matter where they begin. Tune in to hear Chantel's inspiring story and learn how you can overcome your own obstacles to secure your financial future.
Be sure to share your financial/investment journey down below! 🙌
Timecodes:
00:00 - 00:45 Trailer
00:46 - 04:19 Introduction
04:20 - 07:31 How and why Chantel's perspective of money changed
07:32 - 11:53 How Chantel got out of her financial challenges
11:54 - 13:52 How Chantel managed her money going forward
13:53 - 20:15 Chantel's approach to investing
20:16 - 21:23 What excites Chantel about investing
21:24 - 23:00 What frustrates Chantel about investing
23:01 - 25:07 Chantel's parting advice
25:08 - 25:42 Outro
If you find today's episode interesting – and trust us, you will – show your support by liking, commenting, or subscribing for more insightful episodes. 📈💬
About Franc: The team behind the Franc app are on a mission to make investing simple and accessible to all 💪 Download the Franc app, set a financial goal, use our in-app calculator and robo-advisor to find the right timeline, regular contribution and investment strategy for you, and start investing... all in 2 minutes!
Download the Franc app to set your financial goals: https://franc.app.link/set-up-a-goal
Visit the Franc website: https://shorturl.at/uxjwf
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5 Financial Goals to Achieve by 40
In this Francly Speaking episode, Seb and Cassidy are here to share their personal tips and expert advice on the financial milestones to aim to achieve by 40. 💪
Not yet in your 30s? Don't worry, check out our 5 Financial Goals to Achieve by 30 Francly Speaking episode 😎 - https://shorturl.at/snT27
How well are you tracking with your financial goals? Let us know down below in the comments! 🙌
Timecodes:
00:00 - 01:00 Trailer
01:01 - 01:35 Introduction
01:36 - 05:52 Five financial goals to achieve by 30 recap
05:53 - 07:13 Goal #1
07:14 - 08:32 Goal #2
08:33 - 09:32 Goal #3
09:33 - 11:24 Goal #4
11:25 - 13:14 Goal #5
13:15 - 14:02 Outro
If you find today's episode interesting – and trust us, you will – show your support by liking, commenting, or subscribing for more insightful episodes. 📈💬
About Franc: The team behind the Franc app are on a mission to make investing simple and accessible to all 💪 Download the Franc app, set a financial goal, use our in-app calculator and robo-advisor to find the right timeline, regular contribution and investment strategy for you, and start investing... all in 2 minutes!
Download the Franc app to set your financial goals: https://franc.app.link/set-up-a-goal
Visit the Franc website: https://shorturl.at/uxjwf
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