Best of 2025: If I Was to Start Investing Today (What I Wish I Knew)

This week, Sim takes a step back and shares everything she wishes she knew when she started her investing journey. From making her first $300 investment to building a million-dollar portfolio, Sim breaks down five powerful lessons for beginner investors—including why boring investing is better, how to handle individual stocks, and why overconfidence in one industry can cost you. Whether you're just getting started or need a refresher, this episode is packed with honest, actionable investing advice to help you grow your wealth with confidence.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 10 small but powerful money habits that helped her go from financial stress to building real wealth with ease. She spills the tea on negotiating bills, reinvesting dividends, deleting shopping apps, and using LinkedIn to increase your salary, all without extreme budgeting or 5 AM wake-ups. If you're ready to level up your finances effortlessly, this episode is packed with simple yet game-changing tips to grow your savings, invest smarter, and create 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 breaks down her 10 sources of income, from her 9-to-5 as an optometrist to building passive income streams like rental properties and royalties. Sharing real numbers and lessons learned from ages 15 to 28, she explores which income streams are worth your time and which ones she wouldn’t recommend. Tune in for honest insights on how to diversify your income and move closer to 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 dives into the five smartest investments every woman should make to build long-term wealth and financial security. From investing in yourself and negotiating a higher salary to owning real estate, growing your stock portfolio, and leveraging networking for career success, these are the game-changing moves that can set you up for life. Sim shares real numbers, expected returns, and practical steps you can take today, so you can stop stressing about money and start thriving!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 dives into the four stocks top analysts say are built to last, including one obvious pick and three surprising ones. She breaks down why companies like Rentokil Initial, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing, Berkshire Hathaway, and Coloplast are long-term winners, sharing key insights on their market position, competitive advantages, and future potential. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned investor, this episode will help you understand what makes a great long-term stock and how to invest with confidence!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 her top five takeaways from reading over 50 must-read investing and money books, including Andrew Wilkinson's Never Enough and Felix Dennis's How to Get Rich. From the "buy, don't build" philosophy to embracing risks while young, this episode is packed with practical advice, surprising insights, and inspiring stories to help you achieve financial freedom. Discover why burnout isn’t a wealth strategy and how to make your rich girl era a reality.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 the top money habits of the most successful women, from building multiple income streams to mastering long-term financial planning. Learn how wealthy women invest early, diversify wisely, outsource intentionally, and give back generously. Whether you're in your 20s or 50s, these powerful strategies will help you create your dream life and build lasting 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 ultimate 7-day financial glow-up plan to help you take control of your money, build wealth, and live your dream life. From tracking your net worth and cutting back on spending to negotiating a raise and setting up automated investing, this episode breaks down a realistic step-by-step system anyone can follow. Whether you're just getting started or need a reset, this is your go-to guide to financial freedom, confidence, and long-term investing success.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 gets real about the journey of Friends That Invest, reflecting on how the podcast drifted from its original goal of making investing simple, fun, and relatable for women. She shares her plans to take a short four-week break to reset, refresh, and bring back the spark that started it all. Sim also reveals she is studying new finance certifications to level up her knowledge and create even more valuable, confidence-building content for the next season.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 bestselling author and ex–financial advisor Glen James to unpack advanced investing strategies, including core and satellite portfolios, real diversification, and why long-term investors should ride out market cycles instead of timing them. They share practical tactics like rebalancing, dollar cost averaging, holding some cash for opportunities while keeping an emergency fund, and checking ETF overlap to avoid concentration risk. Sim and Glen also debate FIRE versus building a life on your terms, agreeing that consistent market returns that beat inflation plus strong career income and disciplined behavior usually outperform chasing hot stocks or using margin.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.