377: Flipping The Script & Navigating Marriage As The Female Breadwinner With Jessica Norwood
The Clever Girls Know Podcast With Bola Sokunbi
Release Date: 07/15/2025
389: How A 20-Outfit Wardrobe Can Save You Time, Money, And Stress
The Clever Girls Know Podcast With Bola Sokunbi
❤ Subscribe to the Clever Girl Finance newsletter for weekly motivation! On this episode of the podcast, we’re joined by Lauren Morley, creator of The 20 Outfit Wardrobe, a simple and effective system designed to help women streamline their closets, feel confident in their personal style, and stop the cycle of overspending on clothes they never wear. Lauren shares how her own journey of wardrobe overwhelm and emotional shopping led her to develop a system that prioritizes intentionality, confidence, and financial clarity. Whether you're tired of staring at a full closet with...
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388: Break the All-or-Nothing Money Mindset: Try All-or-Something Instead!
The Clever Girls Know Podcast With Bola Sokunbi
❤ Subscribe to the Clever Girl Finance newsletter for weekly motivation! It's time to shift away from all-or-nothing thinking! Do you ever think, “If I can’t save $500, what’s the point of saving anything at all?” Or “If I messed up my budget once, I might as well give up”? That, my friend, is all-or-nothing thinking, and it’s quietly sabotaging your financial progress. So in this episode, I’m sharing how to break free from the perfection trap and finally make progress with your money (and your mindset). Because truthfully? Small, consistent steps matter more than...
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387: No Savings. No Investments. Here's Exactly What I'd Do To Start Over!
The Clever Girls Know Podcast With Bola Sokunbi
❤ Subscribe to the Clever Girl Finance newsletter for weekly motivation! No Savings. No Investments. Here's Exactly What I'd Do To Start Over! What would I do if I had to start over, with $0 in savings, no investments, and no financial cushion? On this episode, I’m walking you through the exact money plan I’d follow to rebuild my finances from scratch. Whether you’re starting over after a setback or just beginning your financial journey, this step-by-step plan will help you move from survival mode to stability, and then to success. What you’ll learn: How to assess...
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386: Reinvent Yourself At 40 (Or Any Age!) Design Your Next Chapter with Purpose and Financial Confidence
The Clever Girls Know Podcast With Bola Sokunbi
On this episode of the podcast, we’re joined by Deon Stokes, MBA—entrepreneur, speaker, strategist, and founder of The Ambition Brand—for a powerful conversation about what it really takes to reinvent yourself at 40 (or any age). Deon shares her own journey from political campaigns to building successful businesses in media, strategy, and tech, and now dedicates her platform to helping ambitious women design lives and careers that align with their purpose and financial goals. With nearly two decades of experience, Deon breaks down the mindset shifts, planning tools, and practical...
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385: My Realistic Monthly Budgeting Routine (Step-by-Step Breakdown)
The Clever Girls Know Podcast With Bola Sokunbi
Tired of complicated budgeting systems that never stick? On this podcast eisode, I’m sharing my exact monthly budgeting routine; from reviewing last month’s numbers to planning for irregular expenses and closing out the month with reflection. This is a realistic, flexible approach to budgeting that actually works. Whether you’re just getting started or want to refresh your process, these steps will help you stay consistent without feeling overwhelmed. What you’ll learn: How I start with a financial reflection, not shame My method for planning income (even with...
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384: So Called “Normal” Money Habits That Are Sabotaging Your Goals (Fix These Fast!)
The Clever Girls Know Podcast With Bola Sokunbi
On this episode of the podcast, I’m breaking down 7 everyday financial habits that seem harmless—but are quietly draining your bank account, delaying your progress, and keeping you stuck in stress mode. From only saving what’s left over, to using credit cards like income, to ignoring your actual numbers, these habits might be the reason you’re not hitting your financial goals. No judgment, just real talk and practical fixes to turn things around. You'll Learn: Why paying yourself first is a game changer How minimum payments are costing you thousands What to do instead of...
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383: From Rock Bottom to $1B: Mindset, Leadership, and Intentional Money Moves
The Clever Girls Know Podcast With Bola Sokunbi
On this episode of the podcast, we’re joined by powerhouse entrepreneur and Fortune 500 sales veteran Mara Dorne to talk about going From Rock Bottom to $1B. Mara shares her incredible journey from financial struggle to building a billion-dollar sales career and becoming a self-made millionaire by 35. She opens up about the mindset shifts, intentional money moves, and fearless leadership strategies that helped her rise in a male-dominated industry. As the founder of the BILF (Boss I’d Like to Follow) podcast and leader of a nationwide team of over 1,500 health insurance agents, Mara is on...
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Reflections On Losing My Dad
The Clever Girls Know Podcast With Bola Sokunbi
In this episode, I open up about losing my dad and how I’m navigating grief, reflection, and healing. He lived a long, full life - married to my mom for 55 years, and in his final days, he told us his time was near and even called to say goodbye. While the pain of loss is real, I find peace in the chance I had to say goodbye and in the words my dad told me often: “Bola, be happy! Nothing is that serious.” Right now, I’m giving myself grace, taking breaks as needed, and choosing to honor his legacy by holding onto joy. I hope this episode reminds anyone going through loss that it’s...
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382: How I Stay Disciplined With Money (Without Being Perfect or Deprived!)
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Struggling to stay consistent with your money? You’re not alone—and you don’t need to be perfect to build wealth. I’m sharing the real self-discipline tips that help me stay on track with my finances—without guilt, burnout, or unrealistic expectations. These habits have helped me grow my savings, stay focused, and still enjoy my life. If you’re ready to finally follow through on your money goals, this video is your starting point. Here’s what you’ll learn on this episode: The importance of knowing your why and how it fuels financial consistency Why automation is...
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381: Powerful Financial Lessons That Changed My Life (& Can Transform Yours Too)
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Ready to take control of your finances and build real wealth? I’m sharing the 7 key financial lessons that completely transformed my money mindset, helped me save six figures, and set me on the path to financial freedom. These aren’t just tips—they’re real strategies you can start using today, no matter where you’re starting from. Here’s what you’ll learn on this episode: Why systems matter more than goals when it comes to your finances How to avoid lifestyle inflation even as your income grows The power of delayed gratification (and how it saves you thousands) Why retirement...
info_outlineOn this podcast episode, Jessica Norwood shares how she's flipped the script and is navigating marriage as the female breadwinner.
Jessica is co-host and "the better half" of the dynamic duo behind The Sugar Daddy Podcast, a financial literacy podcast dedicated to helping millennials build wealth and break the stigma around money conversations. As an elder-millennial, she is on a mission is to empower you to take control of your finances so you can live the life you've always dreamed of.
Jessica brings a unique perspective to the podcast as Strategic Consultant in the tech space, working with Fortune 100 and 500 companies. She is the “Sugar Daddy” in their relationship, helping fuel their financial journey.
The podcast has been featured in major outlets like Investopedia, Huff Post, CNN Underscored, Fortune, MarketWatch, Real Simple, Better Homes & Gardens, US News and more. Her personal goal is to become "work-optional" by 50, in order to travel the world with their two children while continuing to help others have better money conversations and achieve financial freedom.
WHAT JESSICA DISCUSSED:
- Her background, what she does, and how The Sugar Daddy Podcast came to life.
- The inspiration behind reclaiming the “Sugar Daddy” label and turning it into an empowering identity.
- What it was like stepping into the role of breadwinner in her marriage and how she and her partner navigated that dynamic early on.
- Common misconceptions about female breadwinners in marriage and the realities she wants to challenge.
- How she and her husband make financial decisions together, especially with a significant income gap.
- The importance of open, healthy communication around money in her relationship.
- Advice for women breadwinners who feel guilt or pressure because of their role.
- Balancing her own financial goals while supporting a family as a mom, podcast host, and strategic consultant.
- What being “work-optional” by 50 means to her and how being the breadwinner factors into that vision.
- The example she hopes to set for her children around gender roles and money.
HOW TO KEEP UP WITH JESSICA:
- On her website: www.thesugardaddypodcast.com
- On all social media: @thesugardaddypodcast
- Her husband Brandon’s financial planning services: https://www.oakcityfinancial.us/
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