In this episode of The Confident Woman Podcast, Rachel Brooks sits down with Tanaha Hairston, founder of RISE, to break down the often-overwhelming world of investing into actionable, digestible steps. From understanding financial literacy to making values-aligned investment choices, this episode is packed with insights to help women take control of their financial futures while making meaningful impacts in their communities.Whether you’re new to investing or looking to take the next step, this conversation will inspire you to reframe your financial mindset and realize the power you have to create change.Key Topics CoveredThe importance of financial literacy and values-aligned investingBreaking down common investing misconceptionsWhy women’s investment decisions have a ripple effect on families and communitiesThe difference between impact investing and traditional investingHow to take small, practical steps toward financial empowermentResources MentionedRISE: The MovementImpact Investing CommunityTimestamps[00:00:00] – Introduction and overview of today’s episode[00:02:00] – Tanaha Hairston’s story: From financial uncertainty to creating RISE[00:07:00] – What is impact investing, and why does it matter for women?[00:11:00] – Breaking down the basics of financial literacy for first-time investors[00:16:00] – How women’s investment decisions shape communities and families[00:21:00] – Practical steps to begin investing with purpose[00:26:00] – Tools and resources for financial empowerment[00:31:00] – Closing thoughts and Tanaha’s invitation to start where you areConnect with Tanaha HairstonLinkedInInstagramFacebookIf you enjoyed this episode, leave a review - click here.Take the first step in understanding how to align your investments with your values by visiting Impact Investing Community and creating a free account.👉 SUPPORT THE SHOW HERECommunity, Resources & Links: The Confident Woman Toolbox, complete with books, journals, and tools to guide you in creating a confident and purpose-driven life.Connect with Rachel:WebsiteBooksInstagramLinkedIn