Show Notes
In this episode, Rochelle Humes, sits down with Rachel Harris, the accountant who’s changing the narrative around finances and business for women. Together, they dive deep into Rachel’s journey from growing up with financial scarcity to championing practical financial education, especially for women and small business owners.
This conversation covers everything from the emotional baggage we bring to money, why financial literacy should be on the national curriculum, practical habits for business success, and the nitty-gritty of tax.
In this episode, we cover: The power of financial education Why women feel uncomfortable talking about money and how to overcome it Three key things to create your own ‘business dashboard’ Simple habits to track finances and avoid common tax pitfalls How money is an amplifier of your values
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CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction 01:12 Rachel Harris: Breaking Financial Stereotypes 02:54 The Emotional Side of Finances 04:49 Empowering Women to Talk About Money 14:57 Practical Financial Tips for Entrepreneurs 23:05 Delegation and Quality of Life 29:36 Creating Financial Processes 30:30 Common Financial Mistakes for Female Entrepreneurs 30:56 The Importance of Tax Planning 33:41 Monthly Financial Check-ins 37:57 HMRC and Self-Employment Tax Essentials 43:01 Actionable Financial Takeaways 55:21 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
Whether you're a creative dreading the numbers, a woman with big dreams, or just want to get smarter about your finances, this episode is packed with relatable stories, actionable takeaways, and honest advice about building real confidence—financially and beyond.
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