My Honest FIRE Q&A: Money, Work & Wealth After Retirement

This week, Sim answers your biggest money, investing, and lifestyle questions in a candid Q&A episode covering everything from spending anxiety and lifestyle creep to FIRE, investing strategy, and building financial discipline. She shares her honest thoughts on wealth, index funds, market bubbles, and why reaching financial independence completely changed the way she thinks about retirement and work. Sim also opens up about the emotional side of money, navigating comparison culture, and how to create a rich life without losing yourself in the process. Watch the episode on Youtube hereFor more Friends That Invest:Stock Market Tea newsletter: build financial freedom in under 5 minutes a week. Join 115,000+ investors in training.InstagramTikTokTwitterFacebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Sim shares the deeply personal story of becoming financially retired at just 29 years old and reveals the exact strategies that helped her achieve FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early). She breaks down her FIRE number, the investing habits and side hustles that accelerated her wealth, plus the mistakes she wishes she avoided along the way. Sim also opens up about the surprising reality of “retirement,” why financial freedom didn’t look the way she expected, and how reaching FIRE changed her relationship with work, money, and purpose.Watch the episode on Youtube hereFor more Friends That Invest:Stock Market Tea newsletter: build financial freedom in under 5 minutes a week. Join 115,000+ investors in training.InstagramTikTokTwitterFacebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Sim breaks down Start With Yourself by Emma Grede, sharing key lessons on money mindset, career growth, and building a clear vision for your future. She unpacks practical strategies like making decisions with confidence, negotiating your worth, and managing emotions in business and life. Plus, Sim addresses the criticism around the book and what it really means for ambitious women navigating wealth, success, and personal finance.Watch the episode on Youtube hereFor more Friends That Invest:Stock Market Tea newsletter: build financial freedom in under 5 minutes a week. Join 115,000+ investors in training.InstagramTikTokTwitterFacebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Sim sits down for an interview with angel investor and entrepreneur Jaclyn Johnson to unpack how startup investing really works behind the scenes. They break down how to start angel investing with as little as a few thousand dollars, what to look for in founders, and how women can access opportunities traditionally kept behind closed doors. If you’ve ever been curious about investing in startups but felt intimidated, this episode gives you a clear and practical starting point.Watch the episode on Youtube hereFor more Friends That Invest:Stock Market Tea newsletter: build financial freedom in under 5 minutes a week. Join 115,000+ investors in training.InstagramTikTokTwitterFacebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode breaks down the real pros of starting a business in today’s economy, especially for women navigating job insecurity and income ceilings. Sim shares why traditional “job security” isn’t what it used to be, how business ownership can unlock higher income potential, and why it’s never been easier to start something of your own. If you’ve been thinking about starting a business but feel unsure, this episode gives you a grounded, honest look at what that path can offer. Watch the episode on Youtube hereFor more Friends That Invest:Stock Market Tea newsletter: build financial freedom in under 5 minutes a week. Join 115,000+ investors in training.InstagramTikTokTwitterFacebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Sim breaks down what’s happening in the market during global conflict and what it actually means for your investments. She unpacks why markets react the way they do during war, what history tells us about downturns, and how to stay calm when your portfolio drops. If you’re feeling anxious about losing money or unsure what to do next, this episode walks you through a clear, practical plan to navigate it.Watch the episode on Youtube hereFor more Friends That Invest:Stock Market Tea newsletter: build financial freedom in under 5 minutes a week. Join 115,000+ investors in training.InstagramTikTokTwitterFacebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Sim sits down with Soph from The Curve to unpack her powerful money journey, from going into $50,000 of debt in her early twenties to becoming debt-free with investments and financial confidence. They dive into how to get out of debt, when to start investing, and why taking action with your money matters more than being perfect. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed about where to start with money, this honest conversation will remind you it’s never too late to turn things around and build wealth your way. Watch the episode on Youtube hereFor more Friends That Invest:Stock Market Tea newsletter: build financial freedom in under 5 minutes a week. Join 115,000+ investors in training.InstagramTikTokTwitterFacebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Sim breaks down five of the biggest myths about wealthy women, from the idea that they have to look polished all the time to the belief that they only get rich by marrying well or divorcing well. She shares why real financial success often looks a lot quieter, why wealthy women are usually strong investors and generous connectors, and why looking busy is not the same as being truly wealthy. If you want a smarter, more grounded take on money, investing, and what rich women are actually like, this episode will help you rethink wealth, confidence, and financial freedom.Watch the episode on Youtube hereFor more Friends That Invest:Stock Market Tea newsletter: build financial freedom in under 5 minutes a week. Join 115,000+ investors in training.InstagramTikTokTwitterFacebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Sim shares the five things she wants to de-influence you from, from worrying about what people think at work to being scared of starting over, being too ashamed to be frugal, assuming women will not support each other, and fearing failure. She breaks down why career growth, workplace confidence, money habits, and personal development all get easier when you stop letting other people’s opinions shape your decisions. If you have been feeling stuck in your job, nervous about change, or worried about failing, this episode is the mindset reset you need to build confidence, make smarter money choices, and back yourself properly.Watch the episode on Youtube hereFor more Friends That Invest:Stock Market Tea newsletter: build financial freedom in under 5 minutes a week. Join 115,000+ investors in training.InstagramTikTokTwitterFacebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Sim explains why your nine to five job is not holding you back and how a steady salary can actually be one of the best tools for building long term wealth. She shares how a traditional job helps you learn leadership, communication, and workplace skills, gives you opportunities to upskill through paid training, and creates the reliable income you need to save and invest consistently. If you have ever felt pressure to quit your job and start a business, this episode is a refreshing reminder that you can still create financial freedom, grow your money, and build your dream life with a nine to five.Watch the episode on Youtube hereFor more Friends That Invest:Stock Market Tea newsletter: build financial freedom in under 5 minutes a week. Join 115,000+ investors in training.InstagramTikTokTwitterFacebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.