The Clever Girls Know Podcast With Bola Sokunbi

• 374: Why $10K in Savings Is a Game-Changer for Women and Their Wealth Journey

  On this podcast episode, Lissa Lumutenga joins us to discuss the importance of aiming to save your first $10,000. Lissa Lumutenga, CFP®, AFC®, is a personal finance expert, content creator, and founder of Wealth for Women of Color. After a decade working at Google and YouTube, she now focuses on making financial education more accessible and empowering women of color to build wealth. Her approachable, inclusive way of talking about money has built a strong and engaged community online. Lissa was raised in Salinas, California, by her Filipino immigrant parents and currently resides in Los Angeles. She’s passionate about lifelong learning, sharing knowledge, and helping others create the financial freedom they deserve.   WHAT LISSA DISCUSSED: The inspiration behind starting Wealth for Women of Color and the mission to empower women of color to build wealth. The significance of the $10K savings milestone and why it’s such a powerful financial goal. Mindset shifts and strategies that can help someone save $10K, especially when that goal feels out of reach. How reaching the $10K mark can boost financial confidence and create a sense of security. Common financial blocks experienced by women of color and ways to work through them. How upbringing and cultural background influenced her personal money journey. Practical tips for building savings without feeling deprived. Lessons learned from working at Google and YouTube and how they now inform her work in financial education. AND SO MUCH MORE   HOW TO KEEP UP WITH LISSA: On her website: https://wealthforwomenofcolor.com/ Via her podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@NetNetPodcast On YouTube: https://youtube.com/@wealthforwomenofcolor/ On TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wealthforwomenofcolor On Instagram: https://instagram.com/wealthforwomenofcolor Free financial coaching: https://Savvyladies.org   ❤ Subscribe to the Clever Girl Finance newsletter for weekly motiviation: clevergirlfinance.com/subscribe ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/clevergirlfinance

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• What I Don’t Want You to Miss (A Quick Reminder)

  In this short episode, I'm sharing a heartfelt reminder of everything Clever Girl Finance has to offer(especially the free resources you might be overlooking), why the Clever Girl Finance platform is free and how we make that possible.  From completely free financial courses and mentor calls, to one-on-one coaching, a weekly newsletter packed with motivation, YouTube videos and live sessions, empowering merch, and bestselling books — there’s a full ecosystem of support here to help you build real wealth, no gimmicks, no strings attached. If you’ve been feeling stuck or overwhelmed, this episode is your nudge to reset, refocus, and take advantage of all the tools waiting for you. Want to show some love? 🎧 Tune in, share with a friend, and don’t forget to leave a fun review to help more women find this podcast! 💌 Subscribe to the newsletter at  clevergirlfinance.com/subscribe for weekly motivation and accountability. ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/clevergirlfinance

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• 373: How Women Can Own Their Worth And Increase Their Income With Alejandra Rojas

  On this podcast episode, Alejandra Rojas shares how women can go from feeling underpaid and undervalued to owning their worth and increasing their income. Alejandra is an entrepreneur, Forbes contributor, writer, and founder of Brown Way To Money, a financial mentoring platform that helps women overcome financial trauma and improve their relationship with money. She is also the host of the Brown Way to Money Podcast. Alejandra provides a unique blend of financial expertise and trauma-informed coaching, empowering women of color to break free from limiting beliefs and create financial abundance. She delves into the emotional and psychological roots of money problems, helping women heal from past experiences and develop a healthier, empowered relationship with their finances.   WHAT ALEJANDRA DISCUSSED: Why so many women—especially women of color—feel underpaid and undervalued in their careers or businesses. The impact of generational narratives and cultural expectations on how women view their value, particularly around money and asking for more. Signs that someone may be playing small or not fully stepping into their worth. A personal story of realizing self-undervaluation and the transformation that followed. The role of confidence in earning what you’re worth and how to start building that confidence today. How to unpack internalized bias and imposter syndrome, especially in spaces not designed with women of color in mind. Actionable steps women can take to increase their income—whether in a job, side hustle, or business. How to advocate for yourself during negotiations without guilt or fear of being "too much." AND SO MUCH MORE   HOW TO KEEP UP WITH ALEJANDRA: Financial assessment: https://brownwaytomoney.com/financial-freedom-builder-assesment-report/ On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moneymindsetexpert/ On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alejandrar2019/ Via her websites/podcast: https://brownwaytomoney.com/ and https://alejandrar.com/   ❤ Subscribe to the Clever Girl Finance newsletter for weekly motiviation: clevergirlfinance.com/subscribe ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/clevergirlfinance    

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• 372: Building A Bold Media Platform For Women Of Faith With Ruth Yimika Afolabi

  On today's podcast episode, Ruth Yimika Afolabi, joins us to discuss how she has built a bold media platform for women of faith. Ruth is the founder of Magnify, a platform that equips ambitious women of faith through content and community. She has built a global brand while shaping conversations at the intersection of faith, business, and culture. Alongside her work with Magnify, she is a brand strategist, helping premium businesses and entrepreneurs, craft and scale powerful, authentic brands. With a deep passion for storytelling and alignment, she specialises in building brands that leave a lasting impact.   WHAT RUTH DISCUSSED: The defining moment at age 19 that led to the creation of Magnify while still in university. How faith played a central role in building Magnify, even when the direction wasn’t always clear. Navigating the intersection of faith, feminism, and fashion in her work and the broader mission of Magnify. What it looks like to create a space where women can explore faith in an unpressured and engaging way. How her personal struggles with faith have shaped her leadership and content creation for the platform. How she funded the business in its early stages and financial advice for women launching purpose-driven ventures. Her biggest lesson in entrepreneurship as a founder in the faith-based space. Advice for women looking to step out in faith and build something meaningful without having all the answers. AND SO MUCH MORE   HOW TO KEEP UP WITH RUTH: Ruth on social media @ruthyafolabi Magnify on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/magnifycollective Via the Magnify website: https://www.magnifycollective.com/ On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Magnifycollective   ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/clevergirlfinance

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• 371: The Monetized Mom: How to Turn Your Expertise Into Income And Build A Business Around Motherhood

  On this podcast episode, Fo Alexander shares how to turn your expertise into income and build a business around motherhood.  With her book, Dump Debt & Build Bank, being named a top 10 personal finance book for Black women by 21Ninety, Fo has been helping moms transform their bank accounts & businesses for the past 12 years. After becoming debt-free, Fo left her decade-long career as an engineer to pursue full-time entrepreneurship and motherhood. Today, her mission is to empower other moms to create their own economies through entrepreneurship & financial stewardship. She is a 3-time author, Certified Financial Educator (CFEI), digital marketing & personal branding strategist, business coach, podcaster, and speaker. Her media features include US News & World Report, Parents, Bankrate, Buzzfeed, and many more! Of all her accomplishments, though, her most notable is being a devoted wife and mom of two.   (SPONSORED) CHECK OUT OLLIE FOR YOUR PUP! Dogs deserve the best, and that means fresh, healthy food. Head to https://Ollie.com/CLEVER, tell them all about your dog, and use code CLEVER to get 60% off your Welcome Kit when you subscribe today!  Plus, they offer a Happiness Guarantee on the first box, so if you’re not completely satisfied, you’ll get your money back. That’s O-L-L-I-E dot com slash CLEVER and enter code CLEVER to get 60% off your first box.   WHAT FO DISCUSSED: The decision to transition from a traditional career to full-time entrepreneurship and motherhood. How she prepared—financially, mentally, and emotionally—for leaving her 9-5 job. What it means to monetize your expertise and how moms can identify what they have to offer. Practical first steps for building income streams online while raising a family. Managing the day-to-day responsibilities of motherhood and business ownership. The mindset shifts required to move from employee to entrepreneur. The biggest challenges faced as a mompreneur and how she overcame them. The systems and routines that help her stay productive and maintain balance while working from home. The inspiration behind her book The Monetized Mom and the audience it was written for. Key lessons and strategies from the book that can make a meaningful impact for readers. AND SO MUCH MORE   HOW TO KEEP UP WITH FO: On all social media: @TheFoAlexander Via her websites: TheMonetizedMom.com and FoAlexander.com   ❤ Get the best-selling Clever Girl Finance Books: clevergirlfinance.com/books ❤ Get access to 30+ free courses, worksheets, savings challenges, and our favorite banking resources: clevergirlfinance.com/course-packages ❤ Read the Clever Girl Finance Blog: clevergirlfinance.com/blog ❤ Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/clevergirlfinance

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