As we celebrate International Women’s Day, it’s a time to reflect on the journey of a woman who has successfully fulfilled all her responsibilities and is now embracing the joys of retirement. This journey is a testament to ‘A Life Well Lived’ by a seemingly ordinary woman. It is an example of navigating one’s own […]
In honor of ‘International Women’s Day 2024,’ let’s celebrate the inspiring narrative of Nirmala Gambhir, a pioneer in the tech industry, who embodies inclusivity and empowerment. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of stories encapsulating ‘Inspire Inclusion at Gaining Ground,’ redefining empowerment, and celebrating the extraordinary accomplishments of women f
“Celebrating ‘International Women’s Day 2024′ is a profound reflection of our commitment to ‘Inspire Inclusion,’ sparking a poignant contemplation on the imperative of nurturing environments where women serve as pillars of strength, esteemed for their contributions, and empowered to chase their aspirations. Aligned with this ethos, Gaining Ground takes immense p
My son loved books and stories even as a year old. All I wanted was to buy him more and read to him more. But there was barely any money for such pursuits then, so I borrowed books from friends and neighbors and made up stories to entertain him. It was 21st March, my 31st […]
“It was empowering to know that I can meet my needs myself. Even though the bank balance always existed, I never knew if it was sufficient. After financial life planning, I knew what my “rich” is. It was a crucial lesson to understand that we don’t need lots of money to be rich.. we need […]
On the occasion of Women’s Day, we wondered, how do the women at Gaining Ground feel about money? Here’s what we discovered. Kshitija Shete – Co-founder, Gaining Ground ‘Money doesn’t grow on trees. ‘Money has to be in circulation for it to grow more.” As an only daughter of a businessman, I grew up with […]
Women should be equal partners in money decisions and ownership I am at the Bengaluru airport getting back from an event. An old friend calls, “Are you in the city?” “Just getting back home, why?” I ask. “No, my wife just came back from your event and is asking me what we do with our […]
It’s not talked about often. It’s hardly ever noticed. But it’s there. And it’s vital. The role a man plays behind a woman’s success needs to be mentioned. A lot has been written and analyzed about the investment persona of women. What she does? Her relationship with money. How she manages it? are women interested […]
Both can co-exist – A successful working woman and a doting mother… it’s all about being there for everyone and having the strength to make timely sacrifices, even compromises, in order to make everything perfect and keep everyone happy. I have noticed that most of my well educated female friends who were also doing very […]
When it comes to money it helps to start early! My financial journey started when I opened my first savings bank account at the age of 18. I was studying to be a Chartered Accountant and the firm I was working for used to deposit my monthly stipend in this bank account. Till this time […]