No matter how much you have to invest, setting good and solid foundations is vital.

In this episode, our host Iona Bain is joined by friend of the show and financial adviser Rotimi Merriman Johnson, aka Mr. MoneyJar, to demystify the world of investing.

From choosing the investment platform to understanding index funds, stocks and tax-efficient accounts like ISAs and SIPPs, Rotimi shares clear, practical advice without the jargon. They also discuss the psychology of investing, the importance of diversification, and how to stay focused on long-term growth, especially when the markets get bumpy.

Get ready to be empowered to take those first steps towards building a future you’ll thank yourself for.

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Iona and her guests share their own personal thoughts and opinions in this podcast. These might be different from Legal & General’s take on things. They give financial guidance for a UK audience that’s relevant at the time of recording. It’s general best practice, not the kind of personalised advice you’d get from a financial adviser.

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It can be hard to look beyond managing your money from one payday to the next. But if you have dreams for your life in the future, you’ll need a plan on how to fund this.

In this episode our host Iona Bain is joined by financial adviser, author and money columnist Bola Sol to unpack what it really takes to be in the best position to afford it.

From budgeting with purpose, deciding what your work-life balance is, building solid money habits and managing setbacks with compassion, Bola shares her no-nonsense, empathetic approach to long-term financial wellbeing.

Whether you're dreaming of buying a home, starting a family, or simply trying to get your head around credit and emergency funds, you’ll hear practical wisdom to help you turn financial stress into strategy.

You can watch episodes on our YouTube channel

And see behind the scenes content on our TikTok and Instagram

You can play the podcast and find other useful content on L&G’s website:

https://www.legalandgeneral.com/podcasts/a-little-bit-richer

Follow Bola Sol on Instagram @Bola_Sol

Iona and her guests share their own personal thoughts and opinions in this podcast. These might be different from Legal & General’s take on things. They give financial guidance for a UK audience that’s relevant at the time of recording. It’s general best practice, not the kind of personalised advice you’d get from a financial adviser.

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Do you feel like you’re working hard but hardly moving up the career ladder? Is success only achievable through promotion? What will give you satisfaction?

In this episode our host Iona Bain is joined by Helen Tupper, co-founder of Amazing If and co-author of The Squiggly Career, to explore why success doesn't always mean a straight line to the top.

They discuss how to rethink promotions, build confidence and find purpose in a working world that’s increasingly non-linear. You’ll learn how to identify your values, grow your network with purpose and create a career that works for you.

Whether you’re climbing, pivoting, or staying put in your career, there are so many ways you can rewrite the rules of your success.

You can watch episodes on our YouTube channel

And see behind the scenes content on our TikTok and Instagram

You can play the podcast and find other useful content on L&G’s website:

https://www.legalandgeneral.com/podcasts/a-little-bit-richer

Follow Amazing If on Instagram @AmazingIf

Iona and her guests share their own personal thoughts and opinions in this podcast. These might be different from L&G’s take on things. They give information for a UK audience that’s relevant at the time of recording.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.