Financial Empowerment for Women: How do I start investing? ft Financial Advisor Peta Kay

<p>If you&#39;ve ever thought &quot;I should have started investing years ago&quot; — this episode is for you.</p><p><br></p><p>We&#39;re back with qualified financial advisor and money coach Peta Kay (@yourfinancept), and this time we&#39;re going deep on investing: why so many millennial women avoid it, how to get started even if you&#39;re scared, and why the guilt of starting late is the exact thing keeping you stuck.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode we cover:</p><p>• Why women are statistically less likely to invest than men — and the real cost of that gap</p><p>• How to overcome the fear of losing money (and why your brain reacts so differently to spending vs. investing)</p><p>• The golden rule: never invest what you can&#39;t afford to lose</p><p>• Where to actually start: ISAs, investment funds, Vanguard, Freetrade, Trading 212 explained simply</p><p>• Why you&#39;re probably already investing without knowing it (your pension!)</p><p>• How to track down lost pensions from old jobs — and why it matters more than you think</p><p>• The risks of IPOs, meme stocks, and social media &quot;get rich&quot; content</p><p>• High risk vs. low risk: how to think about your investment approach</p><p>• Rich Dad Poor Dad: is it worth reading?</p><p>• Why Peta started investing with less than £50 — and what happened next</p><p><br></p><p>Whether you&#39;re a total beginner or you&#39;ve been meaning to start for years, this conversation will make investing feel possible — not terrifying.</p><p><br></p><p>Find Peta K:</p><p>📲 Instagram &amp; socials: @YourFinancePT</p><p>🌐 Website: www.pearlsandperils.com</p><p>💼 Investing 1:1 Sessions (UK-based): available via her website</p><p><br></p><p>Watch Soraya&#39;s TEDx talk — link below — and please like, comment and share to support the channel.</p><p>⁠https://youtu.be/MkAfq6m8ECw?si=TemniHt6iJwpP6oh⁠</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>💌 Stay Connected</p><p>Subscribe for more real-life conversations that uplift, inform, and empower women 30+.</p><p>Follow us on IG &amp; TikTok: @FemalesThrivingOverthirty</p><p>Business/guest inquiries: fto30podcast@gmail.com</p><p><br></p><p>If this episode resonated, follow Females Thriving Over 30, leave a review, and share it with a friend who wants to become a millionaire.</p><p>This video is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Nothing in this video constitutes financial advice. Always consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.</p><p><br></