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This is the stuff you millionaires in the making need to know to kick start or propel you on your financial fitness journey. Tracey Bissett, Founder of Bissett Financial Fitness and award winning Financial Literacy Champion, gives you the straight goods each week to set yourself up for financial success. As a former executive at TD Bank, one of Canada's Big 5 Banks, Tracey has worked with and in support of thousands of individuals and entrepreneurs to secure the financing they needed.  This hands on experience combined with her formal financial education, Masters of Business Administration and Chartered Financial Analyst designation, position Tracey uniquely to coach all things money. Tracey goes behind-the-scenes of all the money matters with need-to-know tips, money-making demystified, and special power-player interviews. Join us weekly for Financial Fitness Training that will turn even a Cash Couch Potato into a Marathon Money Maker.

Jun 5, 2024

In this episode, I’m joined by Martha Ibrahim, a certified accountant with 13 years of experience in capital markets regulation and a champion of financial inclusion projects in Nigeria. Martha shares her journey and the inspiration behind her book, Things I Wish I Knew Before I Got My First Job, which highlights the seven keys to personal finance, personal growth, and self-leadership.

Listen in as she offers invaluable advice on the importance of personal finance, the necessity of multiple streams of income, and the four essential skills everyone should develop. You'll learn about the significance of self-education, what Martha would tell her younger self, and more.

"The time will come where what you have is dependent on the decisions you made in the past.” - Martha Ibrahim

This Week on Young Money:

  • The inspiration behind Martha’s book and her key messages for young professionals.
  • The importance of personal finance and multiple streams of income.
  • Essential skills for personal and professional growth.
  • The value of self-education and mentorship.

Key takeaways:

  1. Think long-term and build intentionally.
  2. Develop essential skills in accounting, marketing, selling, and communication.
  3. Embrace self-education and seek mentorship.
  4. Always take action and plan for the future.

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