Getting honest about your finances: How to reach your money goals
- S2E10
- 37:50
- November 3rd 2025
Do you want to get in control of your finances but struggle with where to start?
In this episode, we break down common areas of money management, from the best savings accounts, to investing for beginners, the pros and cons of renting and buying, and how to get honest about your money habits.
Jordan is joined once again by Kia Commodore, founder of financial literacy platform Pennies to Pounds and author of How To Handle Money.
They dive into:
- The growth mindset
- Common money mistakes
- Best accounts for savings
- Stocks & Shares ISAs and investing for beginners
- Renting vs buying
- Income protection.
You can follow Kia and Pennies to Pounds on Instagram and YouTube.
As always, if you are looking to change jobs or find a new one, why not visit the Brook Street website for our latest job postings – there may be a dream role just waiting for you!
PeopleFirst: The Young Careers Podcast
Entering the world of work can be scary; from facing imposter syndrome, to struggling with work life balance; it can feel like we’re the only ones who don’t have it all figured out.
But the PeopleFirst podcast is here to tell you something different. Brought to you by Brook Street, we digest the common issues that young people are facing in the world of work. From balancing remote work with wellbeing, to asking for a pay rise, to navigating painful career gaps, to neurodivergence at work - this is a space for open and honest conversations helping you to make positive changes.
In each episode, host Jordan Spry will chat to incredible guests to break down the issue at hand and make you feel less alone.