7 Surprising Life Lessons From My 15-Year Finance Career

[@TheHumblePenny]

What surprising life lessons have you learned from your career so far? Comment below :)

[@bartoni79]

Make sure your boss understands what you can add. If they can’t navigate round them. Bad bosses rarely change. If they’re not behind you within 6 months they’re unlikely to back you after 2-3 years into something you want. No matter your skills, a bad boss can really stiffle your career potential.

[@TheHumblePenny]

@@bartoni79 very solid advice!

[@imanijx]

Sometimes the best working relationships lie on the other side of a difficult conversation. Don't avoid it; instead embrace it, navigate it well with empathy, accountability, assertiveness and good listening, and you might win a friend. :)

[@Andy-si1pl]

A job is good because of the people you work with not just what you are doing / the salary. Even a lower paid job with a great team is better than 3x salary in an unprofessional setting.

[@TheHumblePenny]

​@@imanijxbrilliant 👏🏾

[@ezinneerhirhieneeukaogo1439]

My husband and I were discuss the point on being responsible for one's financial destiny. No one: school,society, govt or employers would teach us financial freedom as this is a personal lifestyle choice and can't be prescriptive. On the other hand, they may even us more avenues on how to spend our income. This was my major take home

[@TheHumblePenny]

I just love that you were discussing 👏🏾👏🏾. Most couples don't.

[@anjuabraham4414]

Very inspiring and excellent communication.Thank you.

[@TheHumblePenny]

You're welcome

[@Abdul_Rahman86]

I love your work. The 1 thing I’ve taken regarding finance is. INVESTING is NOT a PRIVILEGE! INVESTING is a NECESSITY!

[@TheHumblePenny]

Absolutely 💯

[@TheWriterPsychandReason]

This is so valuable. Your life lessons and authenticity make your channel uniquely outstanding. Thank you Ken. Humble Penny & FJA is gold.

[@TheHumblePenny]

😊❤️❤️

[@ellea2541]

We see the excellence and appreciate it! I definitely agree that 'the way you do anything is the way you do everything'.

[@TheHumblePenny]

😊❤️❤️

[@tabithafactor]

What a pot of knowledge! I will be implementing every single point as a nurse. I have been struggling to make a decision on what to do next in my career. This is God sent.

[@TheHumblePenny]

Hi Tabitha, I'm pleased to hear that this was useful for you 😊

[@fredborteykyeremeh2353]

Amazing stuff. Thanks Sir for this. Very insightful.

[@TheHumblePenny]

You're most welcome. Do share with others.

[@Everyday_ploughman]

First time commenting. I love the part you said, "plant trees". Thank you for sharing your story.

[@TheHumblePenny]

Awesome! Much appreciated. Do comment more :)

[@dreamy665]

This is so incouraging! I am also taking baby steps in my life to be in a better financial postlition later on. The decisions we make when we are young will affect us when we are old.thank you so much, wish you and your family all the best ❤❤

[@TheHumblePenny]

Thanks so much 😊

[@joelthomas1222]

Sir, you and your Wife are truly one of my Mentor's. God bless you Ken...keep on keeping on my Bro. You both are making a tremendous impact.

[@TheHumblePenny]

🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@Trendithings]

Thanks for sharing.This sort of helps create a blueprint for a career in finance.Even for a late starter.

[@TheHumblePenny]

You're welcome.

[@jenniferafo2407]

Great video. I think good attitude, collaborative attitude confidence ( not arrogance) are also key

[@TheHumblePenny]

Agree 👍🏾

[@catrin1991]

You've helped me so much financially, thank you

[@TheHumblePenny]

You're most welcome, Catrin! :)

[@UrbanMathsIntervention]

Super positive video - great story. Congratulations on your successes so far and thanks for sharing.

[@TheHumblePenny]

Much appreciated 🙏🏾

[@osokofredyshonda7148]

Thanks for sharing! This really resonates with me as I've been on a similar career path, currently on the executive MBA phase. Would be keen for a chat if at all possible. 😊

[@presycupcake]

Thanks for sharing, super appreciated and valuable advice!

[@TheHumblePenny]

You're welcome. I almost didn't share this video 😅

[@allanwighton6236]

Thank you and in support, I have purchased your book 'Financial Joy' off Amazon. I look forward to reading this book and sharing it with my wife. All the best, Al 👍

[@TheHumblePenny]

We really appreciate that, Al. Thank you 😊. Happy reading to you both.

[@MrsB_MM]

Very inspiring Ken. I’ve been watching your videos since 2020 and it’s amazing to see the key lessons at every stage of your career. This has inspired me to take a step back and reflect on my journey so far as well as think of what I want for the future. Keep up the good work 👌🏽

[@TheHumblePenny]

You're most welcome. I'm really pleased this video has been helpful. I wasn't sure if to post it or not! So reading your comment has been worth making the video :)

[@dozienze2796]

Really insightful. Actually helped me make decision I was looking forward to making. Thank you.

[@TheHumblePenny]

Brilliant

[@MKaseke1]

Thanks Ken. Really helpful to see how industry experience can help you build on skills needed to run your own business

[@TheHumblePenny]

Glad it was helpful! Please share with others

[@paulomoteso]

Just bought those books. Great video. I can relate😊

[@Gracebarm]

Been following you for years and can honestly say you have inspired me in so many ways . God bless you

[@TheHumblePenny]

Aww thanks a lot. God bless you too! 🙏🏾

[@lstoryrecords_]

Keep asking and it will be given unto you' ..

[@TheHumblePenny]

💯

[@cherylwilkinson92]

Thank you so much for sharing your experience. I shall be sharing this with the young people in my family as I wish I had someone like you to advise me when I was in my early 20s. I have two questions - I really want to help financially educate young people (especially the ones in my family) to help them understand finance/money so they avoid the mistakes I made. Where/how do I start, they are between the ages of 11-25? 2nd, I am in my late fifties, I've followed your video to become debt free, (thank you!) I have an ISA which I'm saving into and a few other modest financial assets, other than continuing to save and invest, what would you suggest as the next steps? I appreciate you can't answer every individual question but perhaps you might do a video along these lines sometime in the future. God bless you for your work, you are genuinely changing lives🙏🏾

[@mannyade2890]

Thanks for sharing your insight

[@TheHumblePenny]

You're most welcome