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Natalie Collins - Rising from the roots: How hard work and self-investment can change your future

Release Date: 12/02/2024

Money, Mindset & Vision: A Creative Entrepreneur’s Journey with Mary Lord

Women Talking Money

In this episode of Women Talking Money, host Gretchen Betts chats with Mary Lord, founder of Yay Creative, to explore her entrepreneurial journey and the financial mindset that has shaped her success. Mary opens up about her early experiences with money, the lessons she’s learned along the way, and how she balances enjoying the present while planning for the future. From the power of financial education to the significance of vision boarding, this conversation is packed with insights on achieving financial freedom and making empowered money decisions. Mary also shares the advice she’d...

Breaking Barriers: Diversity, Trust & Financial Literacy with Tracy Vegro OBE

Women Talking Money

In this episode of Women Talking Money, host Gretchen Betts chats with Tracy Vegro, Chief Executive of the Chartered Institute for Securities and Investments (CISI), to explore the evolving world of financial advice. They discuss the critical role of diversity in financial services, the need for trust in financial guidance, and the challenges younger generations face in managing their money. Tracy reflects on her own financial journey, the lessons she learned from childhood, and how financial literacy has changed in the face of rising living costs and technological advancements. Together,...

From Hardship to Success – Rayner Mayers on Money, Mindset & Entrepreneurship

Women Talking Money

In this episode of Women Talking Money, host Gretchen Betts chats with self-made millionaire and entrepreneur Rayner Mayers to explore her inspiring journey from a challenging upbringing to building and selling her business, Falcon Cleaning Academy. Rayner opens up about her early money experiences, the importance of setting financial goals, and how her relationship with money has evolved. She shares insights on personal budgeting, financial challenges during her divorce, and the emotional complexities that come with managing wealth. Now embarking on a new business venture, Rayner reflects...

Cutting Through the Noise – Marketing, Money & Mindset with Lisa Marie Mallier

Women Talking Money

In this episode of Women Talking Money, host Gretchen Betts chats with award-winning communications expert Lisa Marie Mallier, founder of No Fluff Communications. They explore the power of a no-nonsense approach to marketing, Lisa’s journey into entrepreneurship, and the personal experiences that shaped her financial mindset. From childhood money lessons to the challenges of teaching financial responsibility to the next generation, Lisa shares her insights on pensions, financial planning, and achieving a balance between family life and financial goals. The conversation highlights...

Ethical Recruitment & Money Mindset with Pam Sutherland

Women Talking Money

In this episode of Women Talking Money, host Gretchen Betts chats with Pam Sutherland, founder of Truestar Talent, to discuss her journey in recruitment and her perspective on money management. Pam shares how her early experiences shaped her financial mindset, the lessons she’s learned along the way, and why ethical practices in the financial sector are more important than ever. Together, they explore the power of open conversations about money - especially among women - and the delicate balance between enjoying the present and planning for the future. In this episode, Pam and...

Living Well with Chronic Illness: Redefining Financial Freedom with Grace Quantock

Women Talking Money

In this empowering episode of the Women Talking Money podcast, host Gretchen Betts welcomes back Grace Quantock to dive deep into the themes of financial security and interdependence, as explored in Grace's new book, Living Well with Chronic Illness. Grace shares her personal journey of navigating finances while living with chronic illness, shedding light on the importance of community support, mutual aid, and creating safety funds. She challenges the conventional notion of financial independence, arguing for the power of interdependence in financial relationships. They explore the impact...

Ruth Handock 💡 Bridging the Advice Gap & The Power of Financial Planning

Women Talking Money

In this episode of Women Talking Money, host Gretchen Betts chats with Ruth Hancock, CEO of Octopus Money, to explore her journey in financial planning and her passion for improving social mobility. Ruth shares personal insights on money - from early influences to balancing spending and saving - and why she believes that having a financial plan that aligns with your goals is key to achieving true financial freedom. 🎧 Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation on closing the advice gap and empowering more people to take control of their finances. In this conversation, Ruth and...

Alex Rudnicka 💡 Money Mindset Matters: Rewriting Your Financial Story

Women Talking Money

How much of your financial success is down to mindset? In this episode of Women Talking Money, host Gretchen Betts chats with mindset coach Alex Rudnicka to explore how our beliefs about money shape our financial future. From childhood money memories to common mindset blocks, Alex explains why self-image plays a crucial role in wealth-building and how women can redefine money as a neutral tool rather than a source of fear or stress. They also discuss how to balance saving for the future while enjoying life today and why financial literacy is key for future generations. 🎧 Tune in for...

Nicky Sevel🎙️ Money, Confidence & Data: Empowering Women

Women Talking Money

In this episode of Women Talking Money, host Gretchen Betts sits down with Nicky Sevel, co-founder of Woven Advice, to explore her inspiring journey from Australia to the UK and her career in fintech. Nicky shares her early money memories, the influence of family on financial habits, and the challenges she’s faced as an entrepreneur. Together, they discuss the importance of open conversations about money, financial literacy for women, and how data can empower better financial decisions. 🎧 Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation that encourages women to seek support, build...

Kerry Burgess 🎙️ Money, Mindfulness & Independence

Women Talking Money

In this podcast episode of Women Talking Money, Gretchen chats with Kerry Burgess, a seasoned financial services professional and regional advisory services manager at Progeny Group. Together, they explore Kerry’s earliest memories of money and how her upbringing shaped her financial mindset. Kerry shares valuable insights on achieving financial independence, the importance of mindful spending, and how financial goals evolve over time. They also discuss the challenges of balancing career ambitions with family life and the empowerment that comes from taking control of your financial...

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In this episode of the Women Talking Money podcast, Gretchen Betts is joined by Natalie Collins, founder of Creative Collins Digital Marketing.

Natalie opens up about her inspiring journey from working in marketing for over 20 years to transitioning into freelance life as a marketing manager.

She shares the challenges and triumphs of running her own business, the lessons she learned about money from her upbringing, and her personal strategies for budgeting and managing debt.

Together, Gretchen and Natalie dive into key topics like the importance of networking, what financial freedom truly means, and how childhood experiences can shape our attitudes toward money.

This is an insightful conversation full of practical advice for anyone navigating their financial journey.

In this conversation Natalie and Gretchen discuss how:

Natalie transitioned to freelancing after 20 years in marketing.

Growing up with limited money taught her not to squander.

She believes financial freedom means comfort, not wealth.

Natalie has never had a credit card due to her fear of debt.

Networking with other business owners has been crucial for her.

She believes in balancing enjoying today with planning for the future.

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On LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/natalie-collins-04187b30/

Via her website: Digital Marketing Agency www.creativecollins.co.uk

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