Introduction to Investing
Join Emilie Bellet for a step-by-step 6-week bootcamp designed to help you:
Understand how investing works
Learn about managing investment risk
Get started confidently with investing
Feel comfortable navigating financial jargon
Choose the right investment platforms for you
Remember: Investing is key to achieving your long-term financial goals!
Bootcamp Details:
6-week online course (live and pre-recorded)
Starts March 17th, 2025
Payment plans are available with two instalments. We also offer a limited number of bursaries and free places. Get in touch for more details (here).
LIMITED SEATS AVAILABLE
What Bootcamp Graduates Are Saying
“Thank you so much Emilie. You have made it such an enjoyable experience, and an empowering one. Something I thought I would never have said about investing!”
— Moira, Investing Bootcamp May 2023
“Emilie made complex investing concepts easy to understand, with great visuals and resources tailored for both career-driven and self-employed women. I now think differently about savings, understand the FTSE 100 and S&P 500 better, and feel much more informed and confident about my financial journey. Highly recommend!"
— Karishma, Vestpod Bootcamp Graduate, 2022
“Vestpod’s bootcamp opened my eyes to an entirely new universe of investing. I feel empowered, excited, and ready to hit the road with my financial journey. I loved learning about asset types, reframing my risk appetite, and understanding how passive investing can transform my retirement wealth. Emilie’s guidance and the supportive community of women were invaluable. Highly recommend this experience!”
— Sylviane, Vestpod Bootcamp Graduate, 2023
“I really enjoyed the course Emilie, thanks very much for making it such a friendly and interactive experience! I definitely feel motivated to continue my learning now, looking forward to the reunion in June :-) Thanks”
— Katie, Investing Bootcamp May 2022
“I really enjoyed the course Emilie, thanks very much for making it such a friendly and interactive experience! I definitely feel motivated to continue my learning now, looking forward to the reunion in June :-) Thanks”
— Katie, Investing Bootcamp May 2022
Get started investing in 6 Weeks
Week 1: Why do people invest, anyway?
In this session, we’ll start by debunking common myths about investing that might be holding you back. Discover the “why” behind investing and understand its importance in building long-term financial security. You’ll learn the ABCs of investing and explore how growth through investments can help you achieve your goals.
Monday, 17th March 2025 @ 7:30–9:00 PM (London time) — LIVE
Week 2: Understanding and managing investment risk
Dive into the key asset classes—stocks, bonds, and cash—and learn how each contributes to your portfolio. We’ll help you reframe your perception of risk, making it less daunting and more manageable. Finally, discover your personal risk profile by exploring your attitude, appetite, and strategies for managing risk effectively.
Recording available from 24th March 2025 — PRE-RECORDED
Week 3: Stocks, Shares, and Equity—Votes, Value, and Impact
Unpack the essentials of stocks, shares, and how markets operate. Learn about shareholder democracy and how owning shares gives you a voice in the companies you invest in. Finally, explore the principles of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) investing and how to align your investments with your personal values for long-term impact.
Monday, 31st March 2025 @ 7:30–9:00 PM (London time) — LIVE
04. How best to invest?
Dive into the world of funds and discover how diversification works. Understand the differences between active and passive investing strategies. Learn how to invest efficiently by managing taxes and costs, and identify the financial products that best suit your goals and circumstances.
Recording available from 7th April 2025 — PRE-RECORDED
05. Where to invest?
Learn how to choose the right investment platform to suit your needs. Watch a live platform demonstration with Emilie to see how it works in practice. Explore when and how to seek professional financial advice to enhance your investing journey.
Recording available from 14th April 2025 — PRE-RECORDED
06. You’re good to go!
Wrap up your journey with a complete step-by-step guide to start investing confidently. Learn how to leverage time to grow your wealth and discover practical tips to keep building your investing momentum for long-term success.
Monday, 21st April 2025 @ 7:30–9:00 PM (London time) — LIVE
Each Week Includes: Slides and session recordings for you to review at your own pace.
Plus Bonuses: Market updates, live demos, weekly worksheets, practical resources, and curated recommendations for podcasts and books to deepen your knowledge!
Join our 6-week Vestpod Investing Bootcamp to start your journey into the world of investing
Learn the fundamentals of investing, understand risk, and gain the confidence to grow your wealth. With Emilie Bellet's guidance and a supportive community of women, this course will empower you to achieve your long-term financial goals.
Emilie Bellet, founder of Vestpod
Emilie worked in private equity for Lehman Brothers before and set up Vestpod in 2015 to help women manage their finances. You may also have read her bestselling book You’Re Not Broke, You’Re Pre-Rich and listened to our podcast The Wallet.
She writes monthly for i news, and had been featured in many publications including the FT and Forbes.
She taught money management and investing to tens of thousands of people via Vestpod and at private workshops. She is also a mum of 3 young kids, played hockey for the French national team and live in London.
FAQs
What exactly is the Vestpod investing bootcamp?
The Vestpod Investing Bootcamp is an online, interactive program designed to help women demystify investing and build financial security. Over six weeks, you’ll gain a clear understanding of how investing works, the risks involved, and the tools needed to get started. Emilie Bellet will guide you step-by-step, helping you navigate investment platforms, understand financial jargon, and develop the confidence to grow your wealth. This course combines live and pre-recorded sessions with practical resources and a supportive community.
🚨 What is the Vestpod investing bootcamp NOT?
This is not financial advice or a personalized investment strategy. Instead, it’s an educational bootcamp to help you understand investing concepts and options. Remember, investing is a long-term approach, and investments can rise or fall in value.
This bootcamp is a highly interactive experience, not a standard online course. We keep the group small to ensure personal attention. It’s a judgment-free, inclusive, and engaging space designed to empower you.
I can’t afford the bootcamp. Do you offer scholarships?
Yes, we offer a limited number of scholarships to ensure financial barriers don’t stop you from gaining essential skills. Please contact us to learn more about applying.
What is the time commitment?
The bootcamp includes six 1.5-hour live or pre-recorded sessions, plus an additional hour of weekly self-study. All live sessions are recorded, so you can catch up on anything you miss.
Who is teaching this investing bootcamp?
The bootcamp is designed and led by Emilie Bellet, founder of Vestpod. Emilie has hosted workshops for tens of thousands of women, bringing her experience and insights to this program to make investing accessible and actionable.
I am buying via my company for one ticket or more. Can I get an invoice with VAT?
Yes, we can issue an invoice with VAT for your purchase. Please contact us, and we’ll assist you with the process.
I can't join this cohort, will there be more?
Yes! We regularly run cohorts. The next Money Management Bootcamp will start in January 2025. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay updated on new dates.
What will I gain from joining?
You’ll gain knowledge, confidence, and practical tools to start your investing journey. The bootcamp offers group video sessions with Emilie, guest speakers, downloadable worksheets, and access to a private community for ongoing support.
Who is this aimed at?
This bootcamp is ideal for beginners eager to learn about investing. Whether you're employed, self-employed, a business owner, or currently taking a break, this course is for you. While it focuses on UK-specific investment products and platforms, the investing principles discussed are relevant globally.
What if I don’t like the investing bootcamp?
We want you to feel satisfied with your experience. If you’re not happy after completing the live sessions and worksheets, we offer a 100% refund within one week of completing the bootcamp.
What is Vestpod?
Vestpod is a vibrant community with a mission to empower individuals—especially women—to achieve financial independence and build lasting wealth.
At Vestpod, we focus on open, honest conversations about money, helping you build sustainable financial habits, earn more, and invest for the long term.
In the UK, women earn just 90p for every £1 earned by men, are more likely to take on unpaid caregiving roles, and tend to invest less. These disparities have a significant impact on women’s pensions, with the average woman retiring with half the pension wealth of a man.
By coming together, we can close the gender wealth gap and ensure women have the financial security and freedom they deserve.
