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40. The Biggest Money Mistakes Zillennial Women Are Making (And How to Fix Them) with Haley Sacks
45:42||Season 9, Ep. 40This week, Sim sits down with Haley Sacks, better known as Mrs. Dow Jones, to discuss the biggest money mistakes millennial and Gen Z women make and why traditional financial advice no longer works for today's economy. From managing the rising cost of living and avoiding overspending to negotiating higher salaries, investing, and building wealth, Haley shares practical money habits from her bestselling book Future Rich Person. They also explore the hidden financial pressures women face, the dangers of online betting and prediction markets, and how to take control of your financial future without sacrificing the life you want to enjoy today.
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39. How to Start a Business (Even If You Have No Idea What to Do) | Q&A
28:32||Season 9, Ep. 39This week, Sim answers your biggest questions about starting a business, from finding the right idea and getting your first mentor to navigating the difficult early years of entrepreneurship. She shares what building Friends That Invest taught her about testing ideas, listening to customers, managing hustle culture, and growing a business while still working a full-time job. Plus, Sim shares how entrepreneurship helped her build wealth and why you don’t need the perfect idea, lots of capital, or all the answers before you start.38. The Rise of Betting Apps and Why I’m Worried About Them
18:00||Season 9, Ep. 38This week, Sim breaks down the rapid rise of prediction markets and betting apps like Kalshi and Polymarket, and why she’s concerned about the way they’re being marketed to young people and women. She explores how these platforms differ from investing, why most users can lose money, and how pop culture campaigns around shows like Love Island are making betting feel more mainstream and accessible. If you’ve ever wondered where the line sits between investing, prediction markets and gambling, this episode explores why understanding the difference matters for your money.37. 5 Ways I Tackle Wanting Nicer Things (Lifestyle Creep)
23:56||Season 9, Ep. 37This week, Sim breaks down how to avoid lifestyle creep as your income grows and the people around you start spending more. She shares five practical strategies for managing pay rises and bonuses, avoiding the comparison trap, curating your social media, and defining what your own “rich life” actually looks like. If you want to enjoy earning more without letting bigger houses, nicer cars, luxury purchases, or social pressure derail your financial goals, this episode will help you spend according to what you genuinely value.36. Top 4 Finance Routines Every Women Needs
16:58||Season 9, Ep. 36This week, Sim shares the simple money routines she actually uses to stay on top of her finances, without spending hours budgeting or tracking every purchase. She breaks down how to review subscriptions and recurring bills, rebalance your investment portfolio, and create a cash flow plan that helps you save and invest consistently. If you want a realistic financial routine that keeps your money organised and your long-term goals on track, these four habits are a great place to start.Income + Budget Planner35. Why I’m Moving to New York + Your Biggest Money Questions
30:09||Season 9, Ep. 35This week, Sim answers your biggest money and life questions, from how much you should be saving and investing to asking for a pay rise, changing careers, and whether rentvesting could make sense. She also shares a major life update about moving from New Zealand to New York, including why she’s choosing to rent, how NYC’s high cost of living could affect her financial independence, and what she’s most excited about. If you love personal finance mixed with an honest life update, consider this a cozy money Q&A with your Investie Bestie.34. Why I Stopped Chasing Material Things | Financial Minimalism
19:58||Season 9, Ep. 34This week, Sim breaks down financial minimalism and how owning less can help you save more money, reduce stress and build wealth faster. She explores the psychology behind lifestyle creep, why experiences can bring more happiness than material things, and how spending less can leave more money to invest. Plus, Sim shares her approach to modern minimalism, where you can still splurge on the things you genuinely value without getting caught up in status or overconsumption.