Financially Empowered Women

Ep. 5 Achieving Financial Independence After Divorce

Have you ever felt like no matter how much you earn, you’re stuck in a cycle of financial stress and scarcity? What if shifting the way you think about money could change everything?
Many women struggle with limiting beliefs around money, often shaped by societal norms, family conditioning, or past financial struggles. However, developing a strong money mindset for women is one of the most powerful ways to break free from financial insecurity and start building wealth. In this episode, Carrie Bradley shares how she transformed her financial situation through mindset work, allowing her to rebuild after divorce, grow her investments, and achieve financial independence in just four years.
If you’ve ever felt like financial freedom is out of reach, or you struggle with guilt, fear, or doubt when it comes to managing your money, this episode is made for you.
Press play now to discover how shifting your money mindset for women can open doors to financial security, confidence, and abundance.
In this episode, you will:✅ Learn how Carrie Bradley used mindset shifts to go from financial uncertainty to wealth.✅ Discover how to break free from limiting beliefs and cultivate financial confidence.✅ Explore strategies to create a money mindset for women that supports long-term success.
 
Carrie Bradley is an author, national speaker, and international mindset and strategy coach dedicated to empowering women with money. She began her investing career at just 17 years old, growing her net worth to over $700K through the stock market, venture capitalism, and real estate. As a single mother of two boys, she now focuses her work on fighting financial inequality by providing women with actionable resources to improve their financial situations. Carrie has helped hundreds of women negotiate their salaries, pay off debt, build savings, and grow their wealth and legacies. She brings a unique, feminine approach to wealth-building—one that emphasises pleasure and mindset to accelerate financial freedom.
 
Resources & Links
🌎Website: www.carriebradley.com📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carriebradleycoaching📘 Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/carrie.doan
📖 Book: Dare to Desire – Available on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Dare-Desire-Womans-Journey-Freedom/dp/B0DQ1CBC15/
 
Financially Empowered Women Podcast
The Financially Empowered Women Podcast is for women who want to take control of their financial future and make a lasting impact. Each week, we bring on expert guests to answer real listener questions – helping them break financial barriers, build wealth, and invest in social change.
Whether you’re looking to master your money, grow your income, or use your wealth as a force for good, this podcast gives you the tools to make it happen.
 
Next Steps
Join the community for free resources to help you take control of your financial future at www.women4homes.com

Ep. 4 Financial Freedom Through Tiny House Living

Have you ever felt like your financial choices were limited by a mortgage, debt, or the pressure to follow the traditional path of homeownership? What if there was another way—one that gave you the freedom to design a life that truly aligns with your values?
Many women find themselves working long hours just to keep up with rising home costs, sacrificing their dreams for financial security. But what if breaking free from conventional homeownership could actually unlock greater financial freedom for women? In this episode, financial planner Laura Lynch shares how downsizing to a tiny home transformed her finances, career, and overall quality of life. She reveals why rethinking housing can be a powerful step toward independence and how alternative living can help women take control of their future.
If you feel stuck in the cycle of earning just to cover housing costs, or if you dream of having more financial flexibility to live life on your terms, this episode is made for you.
Press play now to explore how reimagining homeownership can be a game-changer for financial freedom for women.
In this episode, you will:
✅ Learn how Laura Lynch transitioned from corporate finance to financial independence through tiny house living.
✅ Discover the hidden costs of traditional homeownership and why it may not be the best wealth-building tool.
✅ Explore creative and alternative living solutions to gain financial flexibility and freedom.
 
Laura Lynch is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and founder of The Tiny House Advisor, where she helps people explore alternative living arrangements to achieve financial freedom. After years in corporate finance, she made the bold move to downsize into a tiny home, aligning her lifestyle with her values while launching her own financial advisory firm. Now, she guides others looking to escape the mortgage trap and live life on their own terms.
Resources & Links
🔗 Website: https://www.thetinyhouseadviser.com/🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tinyhouseadviser/
🎙️ Podcast: Less House, More Moola - https://www.thetinyhouseadviser.com/less-house-more-moola📖 Article: "Less House, More Moola" Episode 81 - https://www.thetinyhouseadviser.com/less-house-more-moola/podcast/episode-81
 
Financially Empowered Women Podcast
The Financially Empowered Women Podcast is for women who want to take control of their financial future and make a lasting impact. Each week, we bring on expert guests to answer real listener questions – helping them break financial barriers, build wealth, and invest in social change.
Whether you’re looking to master your money, grow your income, or use your wealth as a force for good, this podcast gives you the tools to make it happen.
 
Next Steps
Join the community for free resources to help you take control of your financial future at www.women4homes.com
 
"I wanted to be mortgage-free, debt-free, and have true autonomy—why wait until retirement to live the life you want?" – Laura Lynch

Ep. 3 Empowering Women After Financial Abuse

When a marriage ends, the emotional toll can be overwhelming—but what about the financial impact? Many women find themselves facing an uncertain future, unsure of how to rebuild their finances or regain control over their financial independence. Without proper support and knowledge, financial security after divorce can feel like an uphill battle.
Amanda Cassar has dedicated her career to helping people navigate financial vulnerability and overcome financial abuse. As a globally recognised financial expert, she understands the challenges women face when leaving a financially controlling relationship or trying to secure their financial future post-divorce. In this episode, Amanda shares the warning signs of financial abuse, practical steps for rebuilding wealth, and how to ensure long-term financial security after divorce.
If you feel trapped in a relationship because of money, if you’ve experienced financial abuse and are unsure how to move forward, or if you want to regain financial stability and independence, this episode is made for you.
Press play now to gain the knowledge and confidence to take back control of your finances and build a secure future.
In this episode, you will:✅ Learn how to recognise financial abuse and take steps to regain control over your money.✅ Discover key strategies to rebuild your finances and create financial security after divorce.✅ Explore ways to prevent financial vulnerability and maintain independence in relationships.
 
Amanda Cassar is a globally recognised financial expert, author, and advocate for vulnerable clients. As the founder of two thriving businesses and the creator of the Financial Abuse Specialist™ course, she has equipped professionals worldwide with tools to combat financial abuse and empower clients. With expertise in financial planning, aged care, and superannuation, Amanda is passionate about ensuring people—especially women—can secure their financial future and break free from financial control.
Resources & Links
🔗 Website: www.amandacassar.com.au🔗 LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandacassar/🔗 Instagram & X: @financechicks🔗 Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/AmandaMCassar
📖 Amanda’s Book: Financial Secrets Revealed – Available on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Financial-Secrets-Revealed-Collective-Business-ebook/dp/B084Q3RS3X/
 
Financially Empowered Women Podcast
The Financially Empowered Women Podcast is for women who want to take control of their financial future and make a lasting impact. Each week, we bring on expert guests to answer real listener questions – helping them break financial barriers, build wealth, and invest in social change.
Whether you’re looking to master your money, grow your income, or use your wealth as a force for good, this podcast gives you the tools to make it happen.
 
Next Steps
Join the community for free resources to help you take control of your financial future at www.women4homes.com
 
"Financial independence isn’t about how much you earn—it’s about the choices you can make with confidence." – Amanda Cassar

Ep. 2 Mastering Negotiation - Empowering Women to Take Charge of Their Financial Futures

Have you ever felt like you’re doing everything right in your job, but you’re still not moving forward? What if the key to unlocking new opportunities and higher pay wasn’t about working harder—but about asking for what you truly deserve?
Many women struggle with self-advocacy in the workplace, staying in roles that no longer serve them or settling for salaries below their worth. The truth is, career progression for women often comes down to confidence, negotiation, and recognising your value. In this episode, Wendy Alexander shares her personal journey from financial hardship to career success, offering practical strategies to help women take control of their careers, break through workplace barriers, and create opportunities on their own terms.
If you’ve ever felt stuck in a job that no longer fulfils you, struggled to negotiate your worth, or hesitated to ask for a promotion, this episode is made for you.
Press play now to discover how career progression for women can be transformed through mindset shifts, negotiation tactics, and strategic career planning.
In this episode, you will:✅ Learn how Wendy Alexander turned personal setbacks into career success.✅ Discover the key strategies for negotiating higher pay and better work conditions.✅ Explore how career progression for women can be accelerated by leveraging skills, confidence, and self-worth.
Wendy Alexander is an Interview and Career Coach who helps midlife and menopausal women ditch the “good, secure job” narrative to claim their dream careers. Drawing from her own experiences of financial and emotional hardship, Wendy now teaches women how to negotiate their worth, present with confidence, and break through career stagnation. She provides actionable strategies for women to redefine success, navigate workplace challenges, and build fulfilling careers on their own terms.
Resources & Links
🌎 Website: www.happycareerhub.com
📘 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendyaalexander/
🎧 Featured Podcast: Upgrading Your Midlife Career - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-66-upgrading-your-midlife-career/id1529854432?i=1000683372197
📚 Book: Internal Uprising –https://happycareerhub.com/career/internal-uprising-book/internal-uprising/
 
Financially Empowered Women Podcast
The Financially Empowered Women Podcast is for women who want to take control of their financial future and make a lasting impact. Each week, we bring on expert guests to answer real listener questions – helping them break financial barriers, build wealth, and invest in social change.
Whether you’re looking to master your money, grow your income, or use your wealth as a force for good, this podcast gives you the tools to make it happen.
 
Next Steps
Join the community for free resources to help you take control of your financial future at www.women4homes.com
 

Ep. 1 What does it take to be a Financially Empowered Woman?

In this episode, we explore the inspiration behind the Financially Empowered Women podcast, the systemic challenges that are causing the rise of homelessness among women over 55, and how financial education tailored for women can be a key to solving this crisis. We share some of the topics we will cover over the next episodes of the podcast to help you increase your financial know how, and give you practical and women specific tips to overcome financial challenges that you might be facing.