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Jul 2024
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Millionaire Diaries: How Upasna Made Her...

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Welcome to Millionaire Diaries, where Sim chats with millionaires from the Friends That Invest community to uncover the secrets behind their success! Get ready to dive into their stories as they reveal how they turned their dreams into millions. From childhood influences to career strategies and investment insights, join us as we explore their journey to financial freedom.


This week, Sim interviews Upasna Gautam, a Senior Product Management Leader at CNN and Chair of the Board of Directors at the News Product Alliance, who shares her journey from a South Asian immigrant upbringing to financial independence by leveraging her tech expertise and prioritising index fund investments. Upasna emphasises the importance of personal branding, maximising tax-advantaged accounts, and the power of compounding to achieve long-term financial success.


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