S3E21: Empowering Women Through Financial Literacy: With Nitika Khiwani Sood & Ankit Jain
In this episode of The AboutHer Show, we explore the crucial yet often overlooked theme of women’s financial literacy and independence. Joining us are two financial powerhouses — Nitika Khiwani Sood, Partner at Khiwani Sood & Associates and Independent Director, and Ankit Jain, Co-founder of Mercurius. From unpacking the influence of family and culture on financial habits to proposing policy-level changes and workplace initiatives, they offer a well-rounded, deeply insightful conversation. Whether you’re a young woman starting out, a leader building inclusive workplaces, or someone eager to make smarter money moves, this episode is your roadmap to empowerment.
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Chapters:
(0:00) - Introduction – Meet Nitika Khiwani Sood and Ankit Jain, finance professionals with deep expertise in governance, compliance, and women’s financial empowerment.
(4:11) - What Does Financial Freedom Really Mean? – Exploring the evolving definitions of financial independence, especially for women today.
(15:19) - Family & Finances: The Unspoken Curriculum – How early money conversations in the family shape long-term financial behaviour
(21:14) - Image, Status & Spending – Unpacking how societal image-consciousness affects women’s financial choices and confidence.
(26:57) - Are Women Really Sharing the Financial Load? – Nitika reflects on the current state of women’s involvement in financial planning.
(30:44) - Global Models for Local Progress – Ankit shares international frameworks that could inform India’s push for women’s financial inclusion.
(33:42) - Advice to the 25-Year-Old Woman – Practical, actionable steps to begin the journey toward financial independence.
(39:06) - Let’s Talk About Money, Openly – Why normalising money talk is crucial in workplaces, families, and female circles.
(46:02) - Workplace Smarts: Financial Literacy at Work – Tangible initiatives organisations can implement to empower women financially.
(54:02) - One Campaign to Change It All – If given the reins, here’s what a national campaign for women’s financial literacy would look like.
(58:40) - Rapid Fire Round – From money myths to investment styles, Nitika and Ankit share personal and professional takes on finance.
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