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Level Up With Priyanka Shah

Level Up With Priyanka Shah

Written by: Priyanka Shah
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 Welcome to Level Up With Priyanka Shah, the podcast dedicated to helping you elevate every aspect of your personal and professional life. Hosted by Priyanka Shah, each episode features inspiring conversations with top professionals who share their insights, tips, and success stories. Whether you’re looking to boost your career, improve your financial health, or gain a fresh perspective on life, Level Up With Priyanka is your go-to source for practical advice and inspiration. Tune in and join us on this journey to unlock your full potential and achieve your goals. Let's level up together!Priyanka Shah Economics
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  • The Superannuation Mistakes Every 40-Year-Old Australian Is Making Right Now with Jordan Vaka

    The Superannuation Mistakes Every 40-Year-Old Australian Is Making Right Now with Jordan Vaka
    Apr 24 2026

    Most Australians are losing thousands in superannuation every single year — and they don't even know it.A "balanced" fund that's actually 90% high-risk. Insurance inside your super costs 4x what you could pay outside. Lost funds are sitting forgotten across multiple accounts. These aren't edge cases — they're happening to everyday Australians right now.In this episode of Level Up with Priyanka Shah, financial adviser Jordan breaks down everything you actually need to know about your super — at every stage of life — and why the best time to act is always right now.─────────────────────────────🎙️ IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER:─────────────────────────────✅ The worst age to start looking at your super (hint: most people get this wrong)✅ What "balanced" actually means — and why your fund may be lying to you✅ How to check your risk profile and align it with your investments✅ Return benchmarks you should be measuring your fund against✅ The top 3 industry super funds — and how to compare them✅ Why fees matter more than returns (and what a good fee looks like)✅ The hidden danger of consolidating super funds — losing insurance you can never get back✅ How one client was paying 4x more for insurance inside their super✅ Self-managed super funds — who they're for and who should stay away✅ The one action to take today if you've never actively managed your super✅ Why a $50 extra contribution in your 20s can outperform a lifetime of high earnings─────────────────────────────💬 POWERFUL MOMENT FROM THIS EPISODE:─────────────────────────────"The people I've seen at 60-65 with the biggest balances haven't always been the biggest earners. They just started in their 20s, putting in an extra $30, $40, $50 a paycheck — and they just did that forever."— Jordan─────────────────────────────👤 ABOUT OUR GUEST — JORDAN─────────────────────────────Jordan is a financial adviser with deep expertise in superannuation strategy, insurance planning, and long-term wealth building. He helps Australians at every stage of life take control of their super and make smarter decisions with their money.─────────────────────────────⏱️ TIMESTAMPS:──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────🔔 IF THIS OPENED YOUR EYES:─────────────────────────────Share this with someone in their 20s, 30s or 40s who keeps putting their super in the "deal with it later" pile. This conversation could literally be worth hundreds of thousands of dollars to them one day.👍 Like | 💬 Comment your super question below | 🔔 Subscribe to Level Up with Priyanka Shah─────────────────────────────📌 DISCLAIMER:─────────────────────────────This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Please consult a licensed financial adviser before making any changes to your superannuation or investments.
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    26 mins
  • The Cybersecurity Mistakes Killing Small Businesses

    The Cybersecurity Mistakes Killing Small Businesses
    Apr 24 2026

    The Cybersecurity Mistakes Killing Small Businesses
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    46 mins
  • The One Money Mistake Every Migrant Family Makes with Patricia Galea - Levelup with Priyanka Shah

    The One Money Mistake Every Migrant Family Makes with Patricia Galea - Levelup with Priyanka Shah
    Apr 24 2026
    What happens to your family if you die overseas without a will?A young couple flew to India to celebrate their son's first birthday. The husband passed away suddenly — a blood clot in the heart. He had no will. His wife was left devastated, not knowing what he owned, how his business was structured, or even how to bring his body home to Melbourne.This is a real story. And it could happen to anyone.With the holiday season approaching and so many of us planning trips abroad, this episode of Level Up with Priyanka Shah is one you cannot afford to miss.Priyanka sits down with experienced solicitor Patricia Galea to break down everything you need to have in place before you travel — and the very real consequences of not doing it.─────────────────────────────🎙️ IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER:─────────────────────────────✅ What happens when you die overseas without a will✅ How intestacy laws (dying without a will) decide who gets your assets — and it may not be who you think✅ What happens to your mortgage and debts when you pass away✅ How your children are protected (or not) without a guardian appointed✅ The difference between a Will, Enduring Power of Attorney & Medical Treatment Decision Maker✅ Why your spouse CANNOT automatically make decisions for you✅ The risks of online or DIY will kits✅ What to do if you have assets in multiple countries✅ Where to safely store your documents─────────────────────────────💬 REAL CASE SHARED IN THIS EPISODE:─────────────────────────────A wife left behind with a one-year-old, no will, no idea what her husband's estate looked like, and no guidance on how to bring him home. This is what no documentation looks like in real life — financial chaos on top of unbearable grief.─────────────────────────────👤 ABOUT OUR GUEST — PATRICIA GALEA─────────────────────────────Patricia Galea is an experienced solicitor specialising in estate planning, wills, powers of attorney, and probate. She has helped countless families navigate one of life's most difficult and overlooked areas of planning.─────────────────────────────📌 KEY TAKEAWAY:─────────────────────────────"You have no idea what sort of mental peace and clarity you bring to your family when those documents are in place. It's a peace of mind you simply cannot put a price on." — Patricia Galea─────────────────────────────⏱️ TIMESTAMPS:─────────────────────────────00:00 — Introduction & real story00:00 — What is an estate?00:00 — Dying overseas without a will — what the law says00:00 — How intestacy laws distribute your assets00:00 — What happens to your mortgage & debts00:00 — Protecting your children — appointing a guardian00:00 — Will vs Power of Attorney vs Medical Decision Maker00:00 — Can your spouse automatically make decisions for you?00:00 — Risks of DIY will kits00:00 — Assets in multiple countries00:00 — What to do before you travel00:00 — Final thoughts & key action steps─────────────────────────────🔔 SUBSCRIBE & STAY PROTECTED:─────────────────────────────If this episode opened your eyes, share it with someone you love. It could be the most important conversation they never knew they needed.👍 Like | 💬 Comment | 🔔 Subscribe to Level Up with Priyanka Shah#EstatePlanning #Wills #LevelUpWithPriyankShah
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    35 mins
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