174 ⎸ Sustainable Money Practices with Kara Perez

Hey ambitious bookkeepers!

In this interview episode, I chat with money guru Kara Perez about merging sustainable living with smart financial practices. If you've ever been curious how to save some green while going green, you'll love this one!

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Now let's dive into some highlights!

Meeting Kara: A Chance Encounter

You know those moments when you meet someone online, and you're just like, "Whoa, this person is my kind of people?" That’s exactly how it was with Kara. I'm pretty sure the algorithm gods of Threads were on my side when they introduced me to her, and I am so grateful they did. It was just pure awesome having her on the podcast to share her wisdom.

Kara’s Background: A Journey with Money

Kara’s journey with money is both inspiring and relatable. Growing up in a household where finances were tight, money was always at the forefront of her mind. She faced those all-too-familiar student loans and low-income struggles, but instead of letting it deflate her, she turned it into a powerful narrative for change. She calls herself a "money nerd," and, honestly, we need more people like her making noise in this space.

Sustainable Living: It’s About Balance

We had a candid chat about sustainable living and money. We all know the stereotype: sustainable living is more expensive, right? But Kara’s here to debunk that. Her philosophy? It's not about perfection, it’s about doing what you can within your means. She shared this amazing tidbit about reusing pasta jars as drinking glasses. Who knew sustainability could also spark joy in simplicity?

The Book: Green Money

Kara’s new book, "Green Money," isn't just another financial guide. It's a beautifully woven tapestry of stories—real stories from people finding innovative ways to live sustainably while managing their finances. Whether it's through community-driven solutions like babysitting co-ops or smarter ways to manage investments, she’s got some golden nuggets for everyone.

A Money Chat for Bookkeepers

As bookkeepers, accountants, and anyone knee-deep in finances, it’s crucial for us to keep evaluating our personal relationship with money. Kara’s insights remind us that it’s all connected—personal finance feeds into business finance. Her approach of examining our emotions towards money and asking critical questions is something we can all integrate into our practices.

Next Steps

Feeling inspired? I know I am! You can check out all the amazing work Kara’s doing over at bravelygo.co (yes, not .com!). She's all over Instagram at @webravelygo, so drop by and say hi. Her book, "Green Money," is definitely worth a read, and you can find it linked in the podcast show notes.

Thanks for tuning in, and I can’t wait to hear how Kara’s insights inspire you to approach money and sustainability in new ways. Until next time, keep being ambitious, keep being curious, and remember, small steps can lead to big changes.

Catch you later!

Connect with Kara

🌐 Website: bravelygo.co

📱 IG: @webravelygo

📗 Book: Green Money

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