For many people, the New Year means new goals and resolutions. Last year, nearly one-third of Americans made New Year’s resolutions, with half reporting that they want to save more, according to the New Year Financial Resolutions study from Fidelity. You may be one of the many who created a financial resolution – but will you stick to it? The key to success when it comes to your financial resolution is to take a realistic approach and focus on consistency rather than perfection. Typical … [Read more...] about Ringing in Financial Tips for the New Year
Barbara Stevenson
Understanding Basic Financial Concepts
Having financial literacy means being able to discern the major financial issues that most people encounter at one point or another, including debts, investments, emergencies and beyond. Sounds straightforward, right? But statistics regarding the average American’s relationship to money reveal otherwise: Roughly four out of every five U.S. workers live paycheck to paycheck. More than a quarter aren’t making monthly savings contributions. Nearly 75 percent are in debt of some … [Read more...] about Understanding Basic Financial Concepts
No Whining Allowed
Barbara Austin Clark Stevenson takes enormous pride in mentoring and sharing her corporate and entrepreneurial savvy with people committed to work and learn. But those she works with should expect that they will be required to deliver their personal best, just as she demands of herself. Ethics and values instilled from childhood remain her compass for success. “My grandmother used to say that any job worth doing is worth doing well, and any job worth doing well is one to take pride in,” … [Read more...] about No Whining Allowed