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Learn the secrets behind the "8th wonder of the world" and how an early start can redefine your financial journey. Welcome to a new episode on 'the compound effect' - what compound interest and investing is and how we can use it in both our financial and personal lives. In this episode we chat: What is compound interest? What is compound investing? The power of starting early Financial foundations...

In this episode, we delve into the power of embracing emotions and navigating failure. Uncover strategies to validate your feelings and learn how setbacks can be stepping stones. At OneUp we believe in being curious and taking a little bit of value from everyone, so welcome to the breadcrumb series. Where we get bite sized amounts of previous episodes and can hear a new perspective in less than 5...

Ritu Saxena moved from Mumbai, India to New Zealand to start a new life and career all on her own. She always craved an independent life and ended up on the other side of the world to get it. In this episode we discuss building a career in a new country, while moving through loneliness and imposter syndrome. Ritu, while working full time also fulfills her passions to empower women in the workplace...

It took me over a year to lock down this interview with Valentin Ozich founder of NZ Founded Streetwear Brand I love Ugly ! I never usually push and push and push for guests... but Valentin was one I knew I absolutley needed on the podcast. His journey is beyond inspiring and he instilled some ideas in my head 2 years ago that carry on strong today. Enjoy this recollection of his journey to succes...

Let's unravel the Barbie movies hidden gems on life and money! I start the episode with a discussion on the movies themes; patriarchy, feminism and sexism. Did this movie do it well? Or was it anti-productive? Hear my thoughts and other breadcrumbs I took in the episode. Then we go into a variety of money lessons both Ken and Barbie teach us, how the real world compares to 'BarbieLand' and why thi...

It took me over a year to lock down this interview with Valentin Ozich founder of NZ Founded Streetwear Brand I love Ugly ! I never usually push and push and push for guests... but Valentin was one I knew I absolutley needed on the podcast. His journey is beyond inspiring and he instilled some ideas in my head 2 years ago that carry on strong today. Enjoy this recollection of his journey to succes...

If I knew what I know now, across 220 financial literacy and self development interviews, hundreds of conversations and thousands of minutes spent thinking and researching money, 10 years ago - life might look different. I was only 14 years old then but I am sure how I handled money from my first job would have changed. That's what this episode is for... all the things I wish I knew. Here's what w...

It took me over a year to lock down this interview with Valentin Ozich founder of NZ Founded Streetwear Brand I love Ugly ! I never usually push and push and push for guests... but Valentin was one I knew I absolutley needed on the podcast. His journey is beyond inspiring and he instilled some ideas in my head 2 years ago that carry on strong today. Enjoy this recollection of his journey to succes...

If you know this podcast well, you know every year since I have started I record an episode on what I have learnt about investing. With each year brings new financial challenges and different seasons of my life to invest in. This means my investing style changes and I want to share that with you. This past year involved travel, inconsistency and a lack of stability - what a great mix for investing...

It took me over a year to lock down this interview! I never usually push and push and push for guests... but Valentin was one I knew I absolutley needed on the podcast. His journey is beyond inspiring and he instilled some ideas in my head 2 years ago that carry on strong today. Enjoy this recollection of his journey to success, through mental health and self worth struggles. At OneUp we believe i...

What an honour to have an hour with Michelle Sharp , the passionate CEO of UNICEF Aotearoa. We have a conversation about how UNICEF drives lasting impact and ensures accountability in charitable efforts. How does a charity measure impact? What are their commitments to making a difference? Don't miss this inspiring discussion on transforming lives through impactful charity work! Find more about UNI...

I recorded this episode towards the end of my solo travels across South East Asia and reflected on some of the key lessons that helped me thrive across the year. Often when you commit to a big life change, you think if you change your mind - you have failed! Well this lessons is about how change needs to be embraced. Our values, beliefs, and 'truths' change everyday - don't let your past self hold...

Welcome to the last (!!!) of a four part series around the book "Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind" . I read this book recently and it significantly changed my perspective on a lot but most importantly, the way we look at many "normal" or "natural" processes within this world as well as unsolved social issues. This episode has a particular focus on "progress". Has all of this modern growth and...

I recorded this episode towards the end of my solo travels across South East Asia and reflected on some of the key lessons that helped me thrive across the year. I have commonly struggled with always living in the future, but this trip forced me to focus on every single day - in the moment. Listen to hear how Kung Fu Panda - the movie lol - helped me with that. At OneUp we believe in being curious...

Welcome to the third of a four part series around the book "Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind" . I read this book recently and it significantly changed my perspective on a lot but most importantly, the way we look at many "normal" or "natural" processes within this world as well as unsolved social issues. This episode has a particular focus on the cultural systems that define the western world...

I recorded this episode towards the end of my solo travels across South East Asia and reflected on some of the key lessons that helped me thrive across the year. Something I had always felt was a quiet guilt about feeling negative emotion. In this breadcrumb I highlight the toxic outcome that creates and how to change it. At OneUp we believe in being curious and taking a little bit of value from e...

Welcome to the second of a four part series around the book "Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind" . I read this book recently and it significantly changed my perspective on a lot but most importantly, the way we look at many "normal" or "natural" processes within this world as well as unsolved social issues. I had no idea this would be four parts when I started recording but here we are! In this...

Join myself and Te Kahukura Boynton, founder of The Māori Millionaire . A side hustle, investing, and wealth Queen with big goals. I love Te Kahukuras outlook on life and appreciate her drive. Listen to her podcast here . At OneUp we believe in being curious and taking a little bit of value from everyone, so welcome to the breadcrumb series. Where we get bite sized amounts of previous episodes and...

I AM SO GLAD you are here to listen to the first of a four part series around the book "Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind" . I read this book recently and it significantly changed my perspective on a lot but most importantly, the way we look at many "normal" or "natural" processes within this world as well as unsolved social issues. I had no idea this would be four parts when I started recordi...

Thank you Glen from My Millenial Money for joining me on today's breadcrumb! At OneUp we believe in being curious and taking a little bit of value from everyone, so welcome to the breadcrumb series. Where we get bite sized amounts of previous episodes and can hear a new perspective in less than 5 minutes. Breadcrumb 18 is from episode 142 - How to sort your money and invest in the right stuff w/ G...

Meet Haya Khan , the founder of Masala Scents and Masala Bazaar , a thriving side hustle turned full-time venture. After experiencing the support within the Instagram business community, Haya launched Masala Bazaar—a platform that fosters vulnerability, growth, and mindful shopping for entrepreneurs and consumers alike. We talk about business, entreprenuership, the lens of being a South Asian wome...

Thank you Glen from My Millenial Money for joining me on today's breadcrumb! At OneUp we believe in being curious and taking a little bit of value from everyone, so welcome to the breadcrumb series. Where we get bite sized amounts of previous episodes and can hear a new perspective in less than 5 minutes. Breadcrumb 18 is from episode 142 - How to sort your money and invest in the right stuff w/ G...

Today's episode is in partnership with Sam Stubbs, founder of the Simplicity KiwiSaver scheme. Sam and the team at Simplicity are committed to making everyday Kiwis richer and smarter with money, as the low-fee, nonprofit KiwiSaver and Investment funds provider. Check them out here . In this episode, Sam Stubbs, founder of Simplicity and I debunk four common misconceptions about KiwiSaver...after...

Join myself and Te Kahukura Boynton, founder of The Māori Millionaire . A side hustle, investing, and wealth Queen with big goals. I love Te Kahukuras outlook on life and appreciate her drive. Listen to her podcast here . At OneUp we believe in being curious and taking a little bit of value from everyone, so welcome to the breadcrumb series. Where we get bite sized amounts of previous episodes and...

This is one of the more.. insecure episodes I have done. Why? I talk a lot about what I plan on doing as opposed to what I have already done which is out of my comfort zone. I talk about how I am currently earning money, the gaps in this strategy and what is holding me back. If you work for yourself, are a content creator or want to start your own business I hope this contributes to your insight a...