Invest Your Way: How to Grow Your Wealth on Your Terms

by Mark Lamonica, Shani Jayamanne

A real-world guide to taking control of your money and building the life you want

True investing success is not found by following someone else's path. It's only when you chart your own way forward that you can really begin to accelerate your wealth. Invest Your How to Grow Your Wealth on Your Terms is an authentic, down-to-earth conversation about financial independence, designed to help you develop an investing strategy that works for you. In this practical, comprehensive guide, two highly experienced finance experts show you how to create long-term financial security.

Invest Your Way deciphers and breaks down investment jargon while sharing personal stories and relatable insights that will empower you to take control of your financial future. With authors Mark LaMonica and Shani Jayamanne, the hosts of Morningstar's Investing Compass podcast, you'll discover actionable techniques you can apply now. Whether you're looking to master the fundamentals of investing or take your portfolio to the next level, Invest Your Way shows you how to maximise your money.

Craft your unique financial Build a personalised strategy that aligns with your goals and values, because there are no one-size-fits-all solutions.

Gain a new perspective on key investing Don't just follow conventional wisdom, but apply concepts such as diversification, asset allocation, risk and security to your own unique circumstances.

Prevent costly Avoid common pitfalls, minimise errors and maximise your returns.

Compare different investment Mark and Shani share their own personal investing plans, tools and experiences, highlighting how and why they choose to invest in shares, ETFs, property and more.

Develop a mindset for Build the confidence you need to follow your customised plan over the long term.

Through practical advice and exercises, real-world examples and insightful lessons in money mindset, Invest Your Way shows you how to find your own pathway to financial freedom. Stop wondering what could have been. Take your next step towards the life you deserve.

320 pages, Paperback

Published October 20, 2025

Reviews

[Aisja Thompson · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was a gift from my grandma who is teaching about investing my money. I thought it was very easy to follow and understand. The addition of case studies and exercises to actually engage with the content was a great choice. I also really liked how this was from an Australian perspective and our economy more than American or European. I could relate better to that. I’d recommend anyone to give to book a read if they are interested in investing next year

[Jeremy · Rating 5 out of 5]

'Invest Your Way' by Mark Lamonica and Shani Jayamanne is a must-read for people looking to invest and wondering where to start.
The book focuses on the people investing and the way to build an investment strategy based on your goals, rather than chasing the "perfect" investment.
It is extremely practical with case studies, shared experiences from the authors and exercises to help you build that long term plan.
Working in the Wealth Management industry and having read my fair share of investment books over the years, I find this book very refreshing and would definitely recommend it!

[Mrmalibu · Rating 3 out of 5]

The book suits people who are new to investing as it shows you how to set up sound structures around your investing decisions. If you have read Shani's and Mark's articles you will be surprised in learning more about their personal investments from this. As in life, it's different than the perceptions might hold. Learn from experts but think for yourself, what works for you is the best.