Who’s behind Financial Impulse?
Hi there! My name is Joyce, and I’m a content marketer and freelance writer who loves to write about—you guessed it—personal finance.
A little about me and my path to creating Financial Impulse:
I’m a first-generation American who mostly grew up in a rural small town before moving to the suburbs in high school. My parents, both immigrants from Taiwan, did their best to provide for our family: my dad worked in a manufacturing plant, and my mom worked at Wal-Mart for nearly 20 years (her first role as a cashier started out at $6/hour).
In my senior year of college, my dad passed away from pancreatic cancer. His passing is among the most formative experiences of my life; though incredibly painful, it spurred so much personal growth.
For starters, I began taking a large role in managing my mom’s finances. And in the years that immediately followed, I began consuming all kinds of personal finance content—in the news and through books, blogs, and Reddit.
As I dove in, I learned about the U.S.’s dismal personal finance statistics, aspects of which I saw reflected in my own life. For instance, my taking out student loans without understanding their ramifications, and my confusion about how retirement benefits worked when I started my first full-time job.
I remember feeling dumb and incompetent because I didn’t know how to navigate these important areas… And knowing that many others find themselves in a similar position, I wanted to create Financial Impulse as a resource and guide for those interested in getting a better grasp of their money.
It means a lot that you’ve taken the time to explore the site, so thank you for stopping by!
Work with Me
Besides personal finance, I also enjoy writing about digital marketing, health/wellness, and business and ecommerce. I contribute to various other publications, including MoneyTime, Fairygodboss, and aSweatlife. You can check out my portfolio for samples of my work.
If you’re interested in collaborating on something together, don’t hesitate to reach out at hello@financialimpulse.com. I’m open to new writing opportunities as well as strategic partnerships (e.g., affiliate marketing and sponsored posts) with Financial Impulse.
