EP 295 - Ken, alongside his wife Mary, are the creators of The Humble Penny and Financial Joy Academy, helping people achieve financial independence. Ken is a Chartered Accountant and former CFO who achieved financial independence by the age of 34 with his wife Mary. He joins us to talk their debut book Financial Joy
We discuss achieving financial freedom through financial literacy, responsible money management, and effective communication within relationships.
Ken shares his journey from financial struggles in Nigeria to financial independence in the UK, emphasising the importance of financial honesty, community, and creativity in overcoming financial challenges.
Ken also explains why misinformation in the financial industry qualifies for the big bin of bullsh*t
Chapters:
00:00 BWB with Ken Okoroafor
01:31 Introduction to Ken
02:07 Ken's Journey to Financial Independence
02:58 Parenting Challenges and Joys
06:43 Navigating the Digital Age with Kids
08:28 Entrepreneurial Spirit: Learning from Kids
09:33 Cultural Insights and the Hustle Mentality
22:26 Financial Transparency and Relationship Dynamics
26:24 The Money Day: A Strategy for Financial Harmony
31:36 Addressing Financial Imbalance in Relationships
34:05 Cultural Perspectives on Money and Consumerism
35:56 The Digital Age and Financial Behaviour
37:19 The Power of Conversation in Relationships
38:03 Navigating Finances as a Partnership
39:19 Accountability and Financial Management
40:01 Stigma of Debt and Financial Struggles
42:48 The Impact of Culture on Financial Openness
48:55 Finding Joy in Simplicity and Planning
50:12 The Journey to Financial Joy
51:21 Creating a Practical Guide to Financial Well-being
01:05:46 The Importance of Early Financial Planning
01:07:42 Learning from Older Generations
01:12:07 Involving Children in Financial Decisions
01:12:44 Exploring Financial Literacy with Children
01:13:08 Demystifying Stock Market Losses for Kids
01:14:17 Financial Advisors and Self-Empowerment
01:14:49 Financial Planning and Avoiding Procrastination
01:20:27 The Value of Diverse Income Streams
01:23:45 Bull in Biz - Misinformation in Finance
01:28:48 Quick Fire Round: Getting to Know Ken
01:31:53 Top Tips for Founders and Entrepreneurs
01:37:00 Final thoughts on Financial Joy
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