Does investing feel confusing, risky or overwhelming?
Maybe you’ve thought about investing before… but something always stops you
🫣 You’re not sure you have enough money to invest
🫣 The stock market feels complicated or intimidating
🫣 You don’t feel confident with numbers or financial jargon
🫣 You’re worried about losing money
🫣 Or you simply don’t know where to start
So your money stays sitting in the bank… doing very little for you.
Meanwhile you hear people talking about investing and wonder if you’re missing something.
The truth is…
Many people are surprised to learn that investing can start with small monthly amounts.
Investing isn’t just for financial experts, maths whizzes or wealthy people.
With the right guidance, the basics are far simpler than most people realise.
And once you understand how investing works, you can start making decisions about your money with far more confidence.
That’s exactly why Investing for Beginners exists...
This course walks you step-by-step through the fundamentals of investing in a way that’s clear, practical and easy to follow.
No confusing jargon or complicated financial theory. Just the knowledge you actually need to get started.
Investing for Beginners is designed to be:
✔ Understand investing in plain English (or Scottish 😉)
No financial jargon, no confusing waffle - just clear explanations anyone can follow.
✔ Start investing even with small amounts
You don’t need thousands to begin. Small, consistent investments can grow over time.
✔ Feel confident instead of intimidated by the stock market
Learn how the market really works and why it isn’t the “casino” many people think it is.
✔ Reduce risk and make sensible decisions with your money
Understand the principles experienced investors use to protect and grow their wealth.
✔ Learn at your own pace
All lessons are recorded so you can watch whenever it suits you.
✔ Take your first steps with clarity and confidence
By the end of the course you’ll understand how to start investing and what to do next.
If you want to feel more confident about your financial future…
Understanding investing is one of the most valuable skills you can learn.
And this course will give you the foundation to start...
About your tutor
Hi, I'm Martin...
After many years working in the financial industry, I realised that most people were never taught the basics of how money and investing actually works.
Investing often feels complicated, intimidating or reserved for experts - but it doesn’t have to be that way.
I created this course to help people understand investing in a clear, straightforward and practical way, so they can make confident decisions about their financial future.
My goal is simple: to make investing feel approachable, understandable and accessible, no matter where someone is starting from.
Experience working with major financial institutions including Barclays, AXA and Schroders Wealth
Studied more than 300 investing books and courses to understand what truly works for long-term investors
Former Stockbroker and Chartered Financial Planner
Why I created this course....
After working inside the financial industry, I saw how confusing investing advice could be for everyone.
This course was created to explain the basics of investing clearly and honestly, without jargon, pressure or complicated financial language. Because everyone deserves to understand how to make their money work for them.
Myth #1: You need a lot of money to start investing
❌ Many people assume investing is only for wealthy people with thousands of pounds to spare.
✅ In reality, many investment platforms allow you to start with small regular amounts.
The key isn’t starting with a large sum - it’s understanding how investing works and starting consistently over time.
Myth #2: The stock market is basically gambling
❌ This is one of the most common fears people have.
But long-term investing is very different from gambling.
✅ Successful investors focus on diversification, patience, and long-term growth, rather than trying to make quick wins.
Understanding this difference is one of the most important things you’ll learn in the course.
Myth #3: You need to be good with numbers
❌ Many people believe investing requires strong maths skills or financial expertise. It doesn’t.
✅ What matters far more is understanding a few simple principles and applying them consistently.
This course is designed to explain those principles in a way that’s clear and easy to follow.
This course was created to explain the basics of investing clearly and honestly, without jargon, pressure or complicated financial language.
Because everyone deserves to understand how to make their money work for them.
The truth is…
Investing doesn’t need to be complicated or intimidating.
With the right guidance, it can become a practical and empowering way to grow your money over time. And that’s exactly what this course is designed to help you do...
For your financial
SECURITY
For your financial
HEALTH
For your financial
FREEDOM
Meet my client, Laura...
Laura had been meaning to learn about investing for years.
She’d watched videos online, read articles, and listened to advice from friends - but the more information she found, the more confusing it seemed.
Part of her worried she simply wasn’t “good with money”.
Another part of her wondered if she’d already left it too late to start.
So like many people, she kept putting it off.
Until she decided to finally understand how investing actually works.
And Laura isn’t the only one...
Many people come to this course feeling unsure, overwhelmed or worried about making the wrong decision with their money.
That’s exactly why this course was created - to make investing understandable and approachable, even if you’ve never invested before.
Here’s what other students have said about their experience:
"No Brainer investment!"
"The knowledge gained is something we can use to help all of our team to secure a sound financial future. It’s been a NO-BRAINER INVESTMENT for us!" - Furnish & Fettle
"More Confident"
"It was a fantastic experience and I came away from the course feeling MORE CONFIDENT! I highly recommend." - Iska Birnie
"Investing as a Beginner"
"I would highly recommend Martin to anyone who is interested in actually knowing ‘WTH’ is going on when it comes to INVESTING AS A BEGINNER.." - Liam Kelly
A supportive place to learn
Each course runs in small groups so everyone has the chance to ask questions and learn at a comfortable pace.
Wednesday 22nd April, 2026
Classes are held every Wednesday at 7:00PM (GMT) for six weeks, delivered by your course tutor, financial expert, and Scottish legend Martin MacLeod.
"Better understanding of the basics"
"The beginners guide to investing course was GREAT! It gave me a much better understanding of the basics." - David Steed
"Honest and Easy to Understand"
"Martin’s financial guidance is similar to getting advice from the ‘plain English Campaign’ it is HONEST & EASY TO UNDERSTAND (even with his Scottish accent!)" - B. R.
"My life changed forever"
"Martin’s advice and tips were so helpful, I now feel confident that I know what I need to do to INVEST FOR MY FUTURE.." - Hayley Watts
What You’ll Learn Inside the Course
Over six weeks, you’ll build a clear understanding of how investing works - and how to approach it sensibly and confidently.
Each week focuses on a key foundation so that by the end of the programme you’ll understand the principles experienced investors use to grow their money over time.
Week 1
Understanding Your Financial Foundations
🌟 The key numbers everyone should understand about their finances
🌟 The 10 practical steps to building long-term financial security
🌟 How compound growth allows money to grow over time
Week 2
The Basics of Investing
💰 The different types of investments explained simply
💰 An introduction to global stock markets
💰 Understanding risk & how to choose an approach that suits you
Week 3
Building a Sensible Investment Strategy
💰 The 7 core principles of successful investing
💰 Why diversification is one of the most powerful tools investors have
💰 How long-term investors choose investments
Week 4
The Psychology of Money
💰 The emotional traps that cause people to make poor financial decisions
💰 Common investing mistakes - and how to avoid them
💰 How to stay calm and focused when markets move
Week 5
How & Where to Invest
💰 Investing to reduce your tax bills
💰 How to minimise those pesky fees and keep more of your returns
💰 Picking investments in a simple, practical way
Week 6
Putting it ALL into practice...
💰 A live walkthrough of how investment platforms work
💰 Understanding the language used by investment platforms
💰 Tools and resources that can support you on your investing journey
By the end of the six weeks, you’ll understand:
✔ How investing actually works
✔ How to approach the stock market with confidence
✔ How to make sensible long-term decisions with your money
✔ How to start investing when you feel ready
Most importantly…
You’ll no longer feel intimidated by investing.
Instead, you’ll have the knowledge and confidence to start making your money work for you.
Most importantly…
You’ll NO longer feel intimidated by investing.
Instead, you’ll have the knowledge and confidence to start making your money work for you.
Real experiences from people who started exactly where you are
Paul joined the course with very little knowledge of the stock market and wasn’t sure where to begin when it came to investing his money.
Like many people, he felt unsure about how investing worked and didn’t feel confident making decisions about his finances.
After completing the beginners course, Paul said it completely changed the way he thought about money and investing.
"I wish I’d met Martin 10 years ago, I CAN HIGHLY RECOMMEND you work with him!"
The course helped him understand the principles clearly and gave him the confidence to start looking at his finances in a new way.
Paul then went to take the stockpicking course to get a better idea of how to pick stocks. Paul has developed such a passion for investing and has continued to build on what he learned and enjoys developing his understanding of investing with further guidance and support.
Happy Clients
Even More
Steven McKenzie
Refurbishment & Maintenance Specialist
"After thinking about investing and getting my finances sorted out for too long, working with Martin was one of the best things I’ve done for a long time. No nonsense, non judgemental who simply gets it done for you."
Stuart Cassells
The Macallan Head of Private Client Management | Creator of The Red Hot Chill Pipers
"Martin gave clear and honest advice about managing future wealth. Very passionate about understanding the stock market and the opportunities it brings."
Pauline Lysiak
Operations Expert @ LinkedIn
"Martin demystified everything but most importantly tried to understand my relationship to money, my aspirations and desires for my (and my family's) future."
Dan Devonald
Accountant
Accountant | Tax Adviser | Money Engineer
"As a qualified financial adviser, I gained more insights into stock market investing from a few sessions with Martin than from years of formal IFA training."
Business owner and Mum, Caroline...
Caroline wanted to understand how to grow her money more effectively.
She had spent time watching videos and reading online, but the amount of information available felt overwhelming and she wasn’t sure what advice she could trust.
After taking the beginners course, Caroline said it helped bring clarity to a subject that had previously felt confusing and intimidating.
She now feels far more confident about how investing works and is excited to continue learning more about the opportunities investing can offer beyond simply leaving money in a savings account.
"It was eye opening & MASSIVELY BENEFICIAL, can’t recommend enough!"
Get ready to go from the abyss of info-overload to "OMG, I can do this, it's much easier than I thought"
Or as my clients always say "Why did no one show me this stuff sooner?"
Common Questions
If you’re new to investing, it’s completely normal to have questions. Here are some of the most common ones people ask before joining the course.
I work full-time. How much time will the course take?
The live class runs for one hour each week for six weeks. Many students also spend a little extra time reviewing the material or completing optional exercises, but the course is designed to fit comfortably around a busy schedule.
All sessions are recorded, so if you can’t attend live you can watch them later.
Do I need a lot of money to start investing?
No. Many people are surprised to learn that investing can begin with relatively small amounts.
This course focuses on helping you understand how investing works, so you can start when you feel ready and with an amount that feels comfortable for you.
I’m not very confident with numbers. Will I still understand the course?
Absolutely. The course is designed specifically for beginners and everything is explained in clear, straightforward language.
You don’t need a maths background or previous investing knowledge.
How long will I have access to the course?
You will have access to the course recordings and materials after the live sessions, so you can revisit the lessons whenever you need a refresher.
Should I expect homework?
There may be simple exercises or examples to help you apply what you’ve learned.
These are designed to reinforce your understanding, but they are not time-consuming or complicated.
Questions
I'm happy to answer specific questions, just get in touch
Do I need a lot of money to start investing?
No. Many people are surprised to learn that investing can begin with relatively small amounts. This course focuses on helping you understand how investing works, so you can start when you feel ready and with an amount that feels comfortable for you.
I work full-time. What is the expected time commitment?
The course is one hour per week for 6 weeks so, 6 hours plus some homework time.
How long will I have access to the course?
There's no time limit. All course recordings will be made available to you, just drop me an email after the class session and I'll send this to you.
Can I expense the course?
Possibly, if it benefits your business. Send me a message if you'd like to talk more about the possible business benefits associated with this course.
Do I need a large investment to work with you?
All sessions are recorded so if you miss a class, don't worry, just email me and I'll send you a copy of the recording.
Should I expect homework?
Yes! Our sessions have homework to help key lessons stick and allow you the opportunity to ask me any questions once you've given our lessons a run in real life.
What's the refund policy?
If your circumstances change and you can no longer make it just let us know before the course start date to get a full refund.
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What Will Your "Future-Self" Thank You For?
Starting today’s lesson or waiting another year?
Your future self will thank you for the confidence, clarity and long-term growth you’ll build starting now.
Let’s make your money work harder for you - reserve your seat today.