Ambition Looks Good on You
Your internet bestie providing bi-weekly real-world deep-dives, advice, and resources on career, finance, and more to help you be your best self because at She's a Lot, we don't believe in being "too much."
30 Days to Master Your Money?!
She's a Lot Ambition Looks Good on You. Welcome to Your 30 Day Money Bootcamp 🫡 If your money strategy right now is to just not look at your bank account, it's time to change that. It’s easy for finances to feel like this huge, impossible puzzle, but here’s the thing: when you have a plan, money stops being this scary, confusing thing and starts feeling like a tool to actually get you closer to the life you want. That’s exactly why I started my 30-Day Money Basics Bootcamp series on TikTok....
Hot Girl Econ: August in Review đź“Š
She's a Lot Ambition Looks Good on You. Hot Girl Econ: Your August Economic Snapshot August was a lot for the economy — layoffs, tariffs, housing shifts, corporate shakeups, and even robots giving massages. But if you know how to connect the dots, these stories give you a real edge in managing your money and making smarter investment choices. Let’s break it down. TLDR Unemployment is rising — especially hitting Black women, moms, and recent grads. Tariffs + policy changes are starting to show...
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Renting vs. Buying: What You Really Need to Know
She's a Lot Ambition Looks Good on You. Renting vs. Buying — What You Really Need to Know If you’ve ever scrolled Zillow at 2 am, saw the “monthly payment” number, and thought, “yeah, okay, with what money??” — this one’s for you. Let’s talk honestly about renting vs. buying in today’s economy, and why you buying isn't the best choice for everyone, but how you might be closer to owning (if that's your goal) than you think. ✨ First, let’s be real: Renting is NOT failing. There’s a lot of...
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Q&A: Should I invest if I have debt?
She's a Lot Ambition Looks Good on You. Reader Q&A: Debt Pay-off or Investing? Dear She's a Lot, I want to start investing, but I have some student loans and am currently putting all my extra money towards those. Would it be irresponsible to invest some of that money instead? I'm worried about accruing a lot of interest, but I also don't want to wait too long to start investing. What should I do? – Indebted Investor Dear Indebted Investor, This is a great question! Wanting to get into...
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HOT GIRL ECON 101
She's a Lot Ambition Looks Good on You. What the F is actually going on in the economy this month?! Let's break it down 👇 Here's your monthly breakdown of some of the big stories and trends in the economy right now so you can get informed while you get rich. TLDR Rising costs due to tariffs are expected to cost the average household $2,400 a year. New tariff rates announced will likely push up prices for food, clothes, and cars. Unemployment hit 4.2% and hiring slowed Travel, snacks, and...
Start investing with no money!
She's a Lot Ambition Looks Good on You. Welcome! ... to your monthly free preview of what paid subscribers get every week. As a free subscriber, you only get a sneak peek every other week of the month. If you'd like to get content like this every week, sign up for just $5 or $45 a year. Help! I'm broke but want to get rich When we think of investing and the stock market, we often picture wealthy, arrogant men in suits saying words we don't understand Ă la The Wolf of Wall Street: But the...
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Is Summer FOMO kicking your budget's ass?
She's a Lot Ambition Looks Good on You. Is summer FOMO kicking your budget's ass? When everyone is jet-setting for a Euro summer, it can be hard to even remember what "budget" means. But, unless you want to have an Oliver Twist Winter, it may be time for a financial gut check. This isn’t about being perfect. It’s about knowing where you stand so you can move forward with clarity. Whether you’re crushing your goals or feeling a little off track, this is your moment to pause, reflect, and...
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🛑 Don’t Panic, Prepare: 3 Smart Moves for an Uncertain Economy
She's a Lot Ambition Looks Good on You. Don't panic, prepare. Let's talk about how to prepare for an economic downturn. Because no, you can't control it. But, yes, you can prepare for it. Last week, we broke down some of the more immediate ways you might be impacted by the Big, Beautiful Bill that just passed. But, while it might be getting the most attention, that's not the only economic shift that could affect your wallet right now. We’re looking at inflation, interest rates, unemployment…...
You’re Paying for This - Even If You’ve Never Heard of It
She's a Lot Ambition Looks Good on You. ✨ The Big, Beautiful Bill Passed. Why Should You Even Care? You might be thinking, “I’ve never paid attention to a government spending bill before. Why should I start now?” Totally fair. But here’s the thing: even if you don’t follow economic policy, economic policy still follows you. It can change your taxes, your paycheck, your access to education or healthcare - stuff that affects your actual budget and life choices. Whether you lean left, right, or...
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Your money > the headlines
She's a Lot April 14 2025 Reader, don't panic! Here's your practical & emotional guidance for staying steady in an unpredictable economy... Between stock market swings, tariff headlines, and whispers of a recession, it can feel like the financial world is teetering on the edge. And when you’re still building your financial foundation? It’s easy to spiral. Let’s slow it down. Here’s what’s really going on, how it might affect you, and what you can do - practically and emotionally - to keep...
Your internet bestie providing bi-weekly real-world deep-dives, advice, and resources on career, finance, and more to help you be your best self because at She's a Lot, we don't believe in being "too much."