Welcome to our New York miniseries! Soph was in the states not too long ago and was lucky enough to sit down with the incredible Caitlyn Kumi, founder of Miss Empowher, Forbes 30 Under 30 honouree, and an all-around powerhouse. Caitlyn opens up about growing up Ghanaian-American, dealing with wildly inappropriate career advice from men in suits which became the catalyst for building her now global community of confident, empowered women.

They talk about the emotional side of money and how that stems into relationships, why confidence (not just credentials) can be your biggest asset, and the actual financial red flags to look out for when dating. From managing your finances to managing your mentors (yes, there’s a whole strategy), Caitlyn shares - this episode is perfect for someone looking for career + money motivation.

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WTF Does That Mean? A Guide to All the Jargony Bits

Mentor
Someone you go to for guidance and advice based on their own experience.

Coach
Gives you practical, step-by-step advice and feedback to help you level up specific skills.

Connector
The friend with the Rolodex—makes intros, links you with helpful people, and opens doors.

Strategizer
Helps you map out your goals and figure out the best moves to get there.

Sponsor
A powerful advocate who champions you behind closed doors, think: putting your name forward for opportunities.

Financial Infidelity
When someone hides or lies about money matters in a relationship, like secret spending or hidden debt. Big yikes.

Waist Beads
Traditional accessories worn around the waist or hips, often used in West African cultures for confidence, femininity, and body awareness.

High-Yield Savings Account
A savings account that earns more interest than your basic one—perfect for building up that emergency fund.

Index Fund (e.g. S&P 500)
A type of investment that tracks a broad group of companies. Less risky, more chill. Great for long-term investing.

Emergency Fund
A stash of cash (usually 3–6 months of expenses) to cover unexpected life curveballs like job loss or surprise vet bills.

Personal Finance is Personal
A running theme of this ep—aka there’s no one-size-fits-all. Your money strategy should fit your life.

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