Women & Money: The Shit We Don't Talk About! | Purse Strings
"We will never solve the feminization of power until we solve the masculinity of wealth." - Gloria Steinem. On this podcast, we're going to call out those ways that women are consistently left behind financially. But most importantly, how women can help themselves. Join hosts Barbara Provost & Maggie Nielsen as they help you navigate the ins and outs of financial independence so that you can be financially fearless. They'll connect you with helpful resources and compelling stories from women all across the country. Whether it's buying a house, preparing for retirement, dealing with divorce, there won't be a single question off the table. Maggie is a partner and Barbara is the founder of Purse Strings, a two-part model that's all about providing women the tools and resources they need to help them learn and understand what they need to know to make good financial decisions. And they help connect women with attorneys, financial planners, realtors, and many other financial professionals who have the expertise and desire to serve the female market. Women & Money: The Shit We Don't Talk About can be your place for tools, resources, education and a place to ask the important questions on your mind (or even better, the - you know - you aren't talking about). Find out more about Purse Strings by visiting https://pursestrings.co/ and we can't wait to connect with you on the podcast!
Women & Money: The Shit We Don't Talk About! | Purse Strings
Finding Financial Strength In Widowhood with Donna Kendrick
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Join us for a powerful conversation with Donna Kendrick, a certified financial professional with Sefton Financial, certified divorce financial analyst, and author of the book “A Guide To Widowhood: Navigating The First Three Years.” Donna's passion lies in supporting widows through their financial journey. Having personally experienced the loss of her husband, she brings a unique perspective and empathy to her work, helping women navigate the challenging road of widowhood.
In this episode, Donna shares her journey through widowhood and how she turned this experience into a mission to empower women facing similar challenges. We discuss the emotional and financial struggles of losing a spouse, finding the right advisor after loss, and making informed decisions during life's most challenging times.
Donna also shares more about her book, which serves as a roadmap for widows, offering practical advice, financial insights, and emotional healing strategies. Don’t miss this incredible discussion as she advocates for women to embrace the past, love the future, and take control of their financial futures.
Here are some key takeaways from this episode:
- Being financially prepared for unexpected life events, such as losing a spouse, is incredibly important. Organizing your documents, understanding financial accounts, and having a clear financial picture is crucial.
- Widowhood can be emotionally and financially overwhelming. Seeking emotional support through counseling and seeking financial advice from professionals specialized in assisting widows can help navigate these challenges.
- Donna cautions against making impulsive financial decisions driven by emotions. Taking time to assess your financial situation and seeking professional advice can prevent regrettable choices.
- Donna's message is to embrace personal growth and not dwell on past mistakes. Each day is an opportunity to learn, grow, and make better financial decisions!
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