In this episode of Healthy Her, host Amelia Phillips tackles the often overwhelming topic of financial fitness with the inimitable Mel Browne. A financial educator, ex-financial advisor and best-selling author, Mel is one of Australia’s most trusted voices on money – and she has some priceless tips for women navigating the complexities of midlife.
As Mel says, 'Finance is a feminist issue.' So, if you want to learn how to reduce your financial stress, regain control of your finances, and feel optimistic about your financial future, from now all the way to retirement, listen up!
*Correction: $20 a week over the period mentioned equates to almost $200,000, not half a million.
About the guest:
Melissa Brown is the founder of Mel Browne Money, where she’s on a mission to simplify finance and help women feel confident, informed and in control of their financial future. With over two decades of experience in financial services, she has worked across accountancy, financial advice, strategy and education. She’s the author of five books, including recently published: Dare to Be Wealthy, a book that empowers women to grow wealth in a way that aligns with their life and values.
Follow Mel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melbrowne.money/
Resources mentioned: https://www.melissabrowne.com.au/healthyher
FREE 25 ways to find $10k download: https://www.melissabrowne.com.au/find$10kin12months
About the host:
Amelia Phillips is an exercise scientist, nutritionist, and published researcher (BSc, MNut) with a career spanning 26 years in health. A respected media presenter, Amelia has been featured on Channel 9’s hit show Do You Want to Live Forever? and is dedicated to helping people build a life of energy, connection, and purpose at any age or stage of life.
Instagram: @_amelia_phillips
Have a question? Email: ap@ameliaphillips.com.au
Find out more at: www.ameliaphillips.com.au
CREDITS
Host: Amelia Phillips
Guest: Mel Browne Audio Producer: Darren Roth
Music: Matt Nicholich
Production Partner: Nova Entertainment Pty Ltd
Healthy Her acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.
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