The Clever Girls Know Podcast With Bola Sokunbi

By Clever Girl Finance

The Clever Girls Know Podcast is your go-to space for real, relatable conversations about money, business, and building wealth — without shame, without judgment, and without confusion.

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Number 1: 441: Financial Advice I Don't Give After 10+ Years in Personal Finance
Some of the most popular financial advice sounds great in theory, but doesn't always work in real life. After more than 10 years in personal finance and helping hundreds of thousands of women through Clever Girl Finance, I've learned that technically correct money advice can still be bad advice when it's too rigid, unrealistic, or impossible to sustain. On this episode, I'm sharing 4 pieces of financial advice I no longer give, why I've changed my perspective, and what I believe works better for building wealth over the long term. What you'll learn: Why you don't necessarily need to pay off all debt before you start investing When it actually makes sense to use your emergency fund Why cutting every small joy out of your budget can make your financial plan harder to sustain Why waiting until you feel completely ready can keep you from investing, negotiating, starting a business, or pursuing bigger financial goals How to think beyond rigid personal finance rules and make smarter decisions for your own circumstances Why sustainable financial habits matter more than trying to follow a "perfect" money plan The biggest lesson I've learned is that personal finance is rarely all-or-nothing. The goal isn't to follow the strictest financial rules—it's to build a financial life you can realistically sustain for decades. New Book - Clever Girl Millionaire; A Guide to Redefining What's Possible, Turning Ambitions into Actions, and Dreams into Millions - Available to order now More Clever Girl Finance Resources: 👋 New to Clever Girl Finance? Start here: https://clevergirlfinance.com/start-here ❤ 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: @clevergirlfinance
September 22, 202614min
Number 2: 440: Are You Asking AI for Financial Advice? Listen To This First
AI can help you plan a vacation, write an email, compare products, and answer almost any question you can think of, so it's no surprise that more people are turning to tools like ChatGPT for help with their money, too. In this episode, I break down how to use AI as a helpful financial education and research tool without handing over your financial decision-making. From understanding financial concepts and asking better questions to recognizing when AI might be giving you incomplete, outdated, or simply incorrect information, this conversation is all about staying informed and keeping yourself in the driver's seat. What you'll learn: The difference between financial education and personalized financial advice Smart ways to use AI to learn about money Why AI doesn't know your complete financial situation How AI can give incorrect information with a lot of confidence Why changing tax rules, contribution limits, and regulations should always be verified The risks of blindly following AI-generated investing recommendations Financial and personal information you should be cautious about sharing with AI How to use AI to ask better financial questions instead of making decisions for you Why consequential financial information should be verified with trusted primary sources When it may make sense to consult a qualified financial, tax, or legal professional Why financial literacy matters even more in the age of AI How to keep yourself, not AI, as the CEO of your financial life The bottom line: AI can be your research assistant, brainstorming partner, and financial education tool, but it shouldn't become the CEO of your financial life. Use it to become a more informed decision-maker—not to hand over your decision-making. New Book - Clever Girl Millionaire; A Guide to Redefining What's Possible, Turning Ambitions into Actions, and Dreams into Millions - Available to order now More Clever Girl Finance Resources: 👋 New to Clever Girl Finance? Start here: https://clevergirlfinance.com/start-here ❤ 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: @clevergirlfinance
September 15, 202626min
Number 3: 439: Why So Many Women Don't Believe They Deserve Wealth
Wanting to build wealth doesn't make you greedy, selfish, or ungrateful. But for many women, believing that intellectually and truly believing that wealth is available to them are two very different things. On this episode, I'm talking about why so many women struggle to believe they deserve wealth, from the examples we grew up seeing and the pressure to always be the giver, to imposter syndrome, financial setbacks, guilt around wanting more, and the money stories we carry with us. What you'll learn: Why some women struggle to believe they deserve wealth How the messages and examples you grew up with can shape what you believe is financially possible Why wanting wealth is not the same as being greedy or selfish How imposter syndrome can quietly affect your earning, investing, and financial decisions Why always being the giver can make prioritizing your own financial future uncomfortable How past financial setbacks can cause you to limit what you believe is possible Why healing your money story is an important part of building lasting wealth How to start shifting the beliefs that may be holding you back financially I also share how my mother's sacrifices shaped what I believed was possible for my own life, and why building wealth requires more than budgeting, saving, and investing. We have to examine the beliefs driving our financial decisions too. Because wealth isn't greed. Wealth is options. Wealth is security. Wealth is the ability to take care of yourself, support the people you love, give generously, and make decisions from a place of greater freedom. If you've ever wondered whether you're allowed to want more financially, this conversation is for you. New Book - Clever Girl Millionaire; A Guide to Redefining What's Possible, Turning Ambitions into Actions, and Dreams into Millions - Available to order now More Clever Girl Finance Resources: 👋 New to Clever Girl Finance? Start here: https://clevergirlfinance.com/start-here ❤ 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: @clevergirlfinance
September 08, 202613min
Number 4: 438: How Freelancers and Creatives Can Build Financial Stability With Emily Batdorf And Cassidy Horton
On this episode of the podcast, we're joined by Emily and Cassidy, co-hosts of The Finance Girlies podcast, for a practical conversation about managing money as a freelancer, creative, or anyone with a nontraditional career. After spending more than a decade writing and editing personal finance content for brands like Yahoo, Experian, and NerdWallet, they realized that much of the financial advice available simply didn't reflect the realities of Millennial and Gen Z women. Together, they share why traditional money advice often falls short for freelancers and entrepreneurs, along with practical strategies for managing inconsistent income, planning for retirement without an employer, building financial stability, and creating systems that make running a business, and your finances, feel far less overwhelming. What Emily and Cassidy Discussed on the Podcast: Why traditional financial advice often misses the realities of Millennial and Gen Z women. How conventional money advice falls short for freelancers, creators, and self-employed professionals. Practical strategies for managing inconsistent income and improving cash flow. Retirement planning options for freelancers and business owners without employer-sponsored plans. The financial foundation to build before leaving a traditional job to freelance or start a business. The financial realities of working for yourself that social media often overlooks. Common money mistakes freelancers and creatives make—and how to avoid them. Financial systems and habits that help business owners stay organized and confident. How young professionals can prepare for a future where careers and income are increasingly nontraditional. Their best financial advice for freelancers and creatives just starting out. How to Keep Up With Emily and Cassidy: Website: thefinancegirlies.com Behind the scenes of how they manage their finances: thefinancegirls.com/bts Instagram: @thefinancegirlies New Book - Clever Girl Millionaire; A Guide to Redefining What's Possible, Turning Ambitions into Actions, and Dreams into Millions - Available to order now More Clever Girl Finance Resources: 👋 New to Clever Girl Finance? Start here: https://clevergirlfinance.com/start-here ❤ 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: @clevergirlfinance
September 01, 202650min
Number 5: 408: The High 5 Banking Method - A Simple System to Organize Your Money and Thrive Through Life's Challenges
❤ Subscribe to the Clever Girl Finance newsletter for weekly motivation! clevergirlfinance.com/subscribe On this episode of the podcast, we're joined by Sahirenys Pierce—financial wellness educator, author, and creator of The High 5 Banking Method—to talk about how a deeply personal family health crisis reshaped the way she approached money. When Sahirenys learned that her son had a heart defect and would need open-heart surgery at just six months old, she realized her finances needed more clarity, structure, and resilience. That experience led her to develop the High 5 Banking Method, a simple yet powerful system designed to help women and families organize their money, reduce financial stress, and build stability even when life throws unexpected challenges their way. In this conversation, Sahirenys shares practical tools and mindset shifts to help you feel more confident, prepared, and in control of your finances. What Sahirenys Discussed on the Podcast: Her background and what inspired her to create The High 5 Banking Method. How her son's health crisis sparked a complete shift in how she managed money. What the High 5 Banking Method is and how it works in everyday life. How the method simplifies budgeting and reduces financial overwhelm. The purpose of the 2 checking + 3 savings account structure and how it helps prevent overdrafts and overspending. How to use the "Cut, Keep, or Reduce" (CKR) strategy to reset spending habits. The 2-Week Gap Strategy and how it helps break the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle. How to run "All Hands" family money meetings to keep everyone aligned. Why this system works especially well for first-generation wealth builders and families navigating financial uncertainty. How her approach meets people where they are—even if they feel like money systems aren't designed for them. AND SO MUCH MORE How to Keep Up With Sahirenys: Instagram: @poisedfinancelifestyle Website: thepoisedlifestyle.com More Clever Girl Finance Resources: 👋 New to Clever Girl Finance? Start here: https://clevergirlfinance.com/start-here ❤ 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: @clevergirlfinance
March 17, 202659min