She’s 16 and Already Building Wealth | Here’s How Jia Did It

The IgnitedNeurons Podcast

In this deep and insightful episode of the Ignited Neurons Podcast, host Utkarsh Narang sits down with 16-year-old financial prodigy Jia Rastogi to unpack the building blocks of financial freedom, smart investing, and mindset mastery—starting young.
Jia’s story is proof that age is no barrier when it comes to taking control of your financial future. Through her lived experience, she breaks down complex concepts like compounding, saving, and investing in a way that’s practical, actionable, and inspiring—not just for teens but for parents and educators too.
Together, they explore:
– Why financial literacy is a superpower for young people
– The mindset shifts required to build long-term wealth
– How social media can influence both progress and distraction
– Different ways to invest—from property to self-development
– The critical role of having a strong support system
– How to make finance feel personal, purposeful, and empowering
Key Takeaways:
✅ Financial freedom is accessible for everyone
✅ Understanding your 'why' is crucial for motivation
✅ Compounding is essential for financial growth
✅ Investing in knowledge yields high returns
✅ Start saving early to benefit from compounding
✅ Social media can distract but also motivate
✅ A support system is vital for success
✅ Long-term satisfaction outweighs short-term gratification
✅ Property investing is one way to achieve freedom
✅ Good financial habits start young
About Jia Rastogi:
Jia is all about making financial literacy fun and accessible, especially for young adults diving into property investing. Growing up in a real estate-savvy family, she quickly saw how rare hands-on knowledge is.
That’s why she wrote Class Clown to Wealth Wizard—an Amazon Bestseller that simplifies finance through storytelling, showing that anyone can take control of their financial journey. Her bold approach earned her a finalist spot for Teen Entrepreneur of the Year 2024.
Jia also co-founded Gift Hampers For You with her younger sister, bringing a fresh, real-world perspective to business, money, and success.
📌 Connect with Jia:
🔗 Book Website → https://classclowntowealthwizard.com/
💼 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/jia-rastogi/
📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/classclowntowealthwizard/
🎵 TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@jia.rastogi
📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075083141256
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