Feeling overwhelmed by the financial gender gap? In today’s episode, Megan Swan welcomes CPA, bestselling author, and financial feminist Janine Rogan to dive deep into the principles of financial feminism and women’s financial empowerment. Together, they break down the barriers, myths, and practical strategies that are helping women take control of their financial futures.
Key Points Discussed:
Financial Feminism Defined: What financial feminism really means and why it’s vital for equality.
Wealth as Power: How financial independence provides women with choice, freedom, and the ability to challenge the patriarchy.
Hidden Costs: Understanding the “Pink Tax” and systemic disadvantages women face when it comes to wealth accumulation.
Credit Scores Demystified: Why credit scores can be unfair to women and what actually impacts your score.
Negotiation and Raises: How to prepare, advocate for yourself, and use tools like a “hype folder” when asking for more.
Investing for Impact: The importance of investing early and wisely—plus, why women are often better investors.
Community & Conversation: Breaking the taboo around money talk, building supportive networks, and learning together.
Action Steps: Education, starting small, and taking the next right step toward financial freedom.
TLDR: Financial feminism isn’t just a buzzword—it’s about education, empowerment, and rewriting the rules to make wealth accessible and impactful for women. Small steps today—like investing, advocating for yourself, or starting a money conversation—pave the way for your financial freedom tomorrow.
Thank you for listening!
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Keywordsfinancial feminism, women’s wealth, Pink Tax, closing the gender gap, money mindset, credit score tips, negotiating a raise, investing basics, women investors, wage gap, generational wealth, financial education, money conversations, supporting female founders, financial empowerment, Janine Rogan, Megan Swan
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