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Penny and Purpose

"Why did you start this?"

Starting Penny and Purpose wasn't initially on my radar. After many chats with friends and people around my circle, I quickly noticed talking about money felt taboo or too complex. Even "finance professionals" around me with finance degrees weren’t privy to budgeting and spending wisely (like what??). That's when I realized, mastering personal finance is a whole different ballgame and no amount of knowledge will do you any favors if you don't actually practice good financial principles in your daily habits.

And so....

I launched this platform to normalize talking about personal finance (even for said "professionals"). We all have to start somewhere. I’ve been there before where I was unsure and a bit overwhelmed. But trust me, taking control of your finances can truly transform your life.

"Why the name Penny and Purpose?"

I believe small, consistent actions (even if they seem as worthless as pennies) can lead to big changes, thanks to the magic✨ of compounding~ And this principle isn't just applicable in the finance world, it's true in your daily habits too (highly recommend reading "Atomic Habits" if you haven't done so already).

And finally I asked myself, "how can we make personal finance a life long practice that is approachable and empowering"? And the big AHA moment was understanding your financial why, your purpose. Life WILL throw curveballs that knock you off your track, but remembering why you started will help you find your way back.

So, whether you’re tired of the 9-5 grind, drowning in debt, or just looking for a meaningful side hustle, you’re in the right place. Let’s kickstart your journey to financial freedom together. Why wait for the future when you have all the power now to create it?

Hey there!👋

I'm Sam, a former banker turned corporate climber, currently navigating the 9 to 5 grind at a Fortune 500 company.

If I'm being shy, it's because I feel most free when I can share my content anonymously. In the future, I'll be posting more of my personal finances and want to be as transparent as I can without constraints.

I love it when people share their personal finance wins and L's so feel free to share with me at sam@pennyandpurpose.com. I'd love to hear from you 🙂.