Aliya Bolek, a Kazakhstan-based entrepreneur and financial education advocate, has announced the release of a new book designed to help individuals from emerging economies develop critical thinking around personal finance and decision-making.
Titled “10 Steps to Your First Financial Breakthrough”, the book provides a practical, mindset-focused framework for those looking to gain clarity and confidence in navigating modern financial systems. Drawing from her years of experience as a mentor and educator, Bolek delivers a step-by-step approach aimed at improving financial literacy, self-discipline, and long-term planning.
“This book is not about getting rich quickly — it’s about building a foundation for making smarter financial decisions,” said Bolek. “I wanted to create something accessible for people with no formal background in finance — something they can use to start understanding how to work with money strategically.”
Through ten structured chapters, the guide encourages readers to shift their mindset from short-term wins to sustainable financial independence. Topics include risk evaluation, behavioral patterns, goal setting, and strategic planning — all presented in a user-friendly, jargon-free manner.
The author, known for her mentorship of over 5,000 learners in Central Asia, places a strong emphasis on inclusivity and education access. Her students include early-career professionals, small business owners, and women from traditionally underserved regions.
“This is not a technical manual,” Bolek added. “It’s a roadmap for those who want to understand the logic behind markets and money — not necessarily to become experts, but to feel empowered in their personal financial choices.”
The book is being integrated into broader educational efforts through Bolek’s platform, Aliya Capital, which offers mentorship programs, live webinars, and community-based financial learning. These efforts aim to address the lack of accessible financial education in many post-Soviet and emerging economies.
With increasing attention on financial inclusion and literacy in developing regions, Bolek’s initiative is timely. By offering a clear and motivational guide, she hopes to support a new generation of financially capable individuals who are prepared to engage with a global economy — not through speculation, but through education and resilience.
The book is available via major online platforms and will be distributed through upcoming educational initiatives and partnerships across Central Asia and beyond.
