Women Are The Future
Women have always been at the forefront of both the public and private sphere. In obvious ways, women have raised children, supported husbands, kept a home and single handedly nurtured and preserved...
View ArticleDid You Miss Us?
Wow! It has been a few months since The Women’s Financial Alliance has posted to the blog or even the website. What is going on? Well, rest assured, all is well here at the WFA. Actually, we are doing...
View ArticleBalance, Not Economic Growth
Every year we hold two horse training clinics at our farm in Wisconsin. The main goal of our training exercises is keeping the horse sound. Our teacher is fond of a saying, “Physical balance is...
View ArticlePersonality Matters When it Comes to Finances
With so many gurus and talking heads out there, it’s hard to know which advice to follow, and which to ignore. I’m talking about making things personal, making investment plans that fit you and your...
View ArticleYour Questions Answered, Honestly.
Last week, we asked for questions on our Facebook page. We were completely overwhelmed and excited at the response. We always brag about how responsive our readers are and you never disappoint! A lot...
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Proof is in the Pudding
About six months ago, I wrote to you about a trend that was starting to gain steam. Ethical companies were starting to outperform the major indices, and a few key players were really becoming...
View ArticleTurning Passion into Profits
There’s an old saying: “Love what you do and you’ll never work a day in your life.” Most people dream of supporting themselves and their families by doing something they absolutely love. The problem...
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Sand in My Sandwich
We always talk about celebrating other women. Well, this past weekend we were lucky enough to celebrate a dear friend and panelist, Sarah Perry. Sarah’s book,Sand in My Sandwich: And Other Motherhood...
View ArticleDefining Growth, Value and Yield Investment Strategies
Recently, I’ve been writing a lot about specific investment strategies that target three of the four main forays into the market: growth, value and yield. The fourth category is low risk, which we’ve...
View ArticleWomen and Salary Negotiations
Pursuing a job can be challenging and exciting at the same time. When and how to negotiate salary is a common concern for many candidates. The popular book Women Lead notes that while 85 percent of...
View ArticleThe hidden pink tax is costing you money
This secret tax could be costing you an extra $1,351 a year Next time you go shopping, look closely at your receipts. You might notice a pattern … one that is costing you extra money and you don’t even...
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How to Build Self Confidence and Change Your Perception
How to Build Self Confidence and Change Your Perception Just recently, we bought new furniture for our family room. The style and color match perfectly with the current décor. The only problem is that...
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Six myths that are dangerous to your well being
When my son was younger, one of his favorite shows to watch was Myth Busters, which still airs on the Disney Channel. Two hosts, with a team of scientists, mechanical engineers and others go to...
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Business woman wins free money from Uncle Sam
Business woman wins free money from Uncle Sam. Help and free money from the government seem impossible? Programs for free money, also known as grants at the federal, state and municipal levels are...
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Lululemon: A Company You Love to Hate
Let’s admit it. Lululemon is a company you love to hate. Bu the real question is whether the company is a worthy investment. While earnings per share have surprised investors to the upside in each of...
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More reasons to love Steve Jobs and Apple Inc.
More reasons to love Steve Jobs and Apple Inc. There’s more to love about Apple than their gadgets. It’s been said that Steve Jobs is considered a modern day Thomas Edison. Steve was a man of vision,...
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4 Successful Businesses Started By Women
Here’s Four Successful Businesses You Didn’t Know Were Started By Women Each of these businesses started out with a simple idea, usually solving a problem. Now these businesses have become household...
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5 Huge Retirement Mistakes You Might be Making
by Marc Bastow (of Main Street Investor) Think you’re well-prepped for retirement? Don’t sabotage your savings—here are a handful of common retirement wreckers to watch out for. Retirement Mistake...
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Authenticity: Overlooked Quality Needed for TRUE Success
Authenticity is an overlooked quality needed for TRUE success. Few have it, but being authentic allows you to succeed not just in business but also in life. Why is being authentic so important? It...
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Micro business: The new trend sweeping across country
Micro business: The new trend sweeping across country Micro business, the new trend sweeping across the country … one that could help you reach your goal of becoming financially independent. Micro...
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