Why Most Budgets Fail (and How to Fix Yours)

Feel like money’s vanishing from your account? You’re not alone. In this episode, Vigneswaran Rajagopal (Founder of Plouta) sits down with FCA-regulated financial adviser Joshua Shepherd to explore why budgeting often fails and how you can finally make it work.

We’ll cover:

✅ Why budget planning is key to financial freedom

✅ The psychology of overspending and emotional triggers

✅ Why most budgets don’t stick — and how to fix yours

✅ Proven budgeting frameworks (like 50/30/20) that actually work

✅ Simple, psychology-backed habits to take control of your money

Whether you’re struggling with impulse spending or just want a smarter plan, this episode gives you the tools to stop overspending and budget like a pro.

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