343 million Europeans have a woman’s signature on their official currency, the Euro €. While Christine Lagarde, as President of the European Central Bank, may inspire us to get more comfortable talking about money, “61% of women would rather talk about their own death…..” Sallie Krawcheck.
Sallie Krawcheck is one of a number of financial professional providing inspriation and practical support to move towards gender financial equality. The gender pay gap in Ireland continues to the historical imbalance of economic power. As co-Founder & CEO of Ellevest‘s research reveals that for women, money is a confidence booster.
Women want more financial planning and investment (Fidelity, 2015) but their discomfort with discussing money persists. The result has been a growth in support and education services especially tailored to women.
Resources To Dispel Discomfort With Money
Money – How Do You Feel When Asking For More?
– the first few chapters of Suze Orman‘s book, Women & Money, provide an insightful exploration into the unpleasant sensations related to money. The later chapters focus on the US financial tax system and investments options and thus less relevant. It’s available through the Irish online library.
Getting Comfortable With Money
Samantha Barry, who features in Gendelity’s negotiation workshop, hosts the Glamour Podcast ‘She Makes Money Moves‘. Backed by data that indicates women who are financially independent were the beneficiaries of parental encouragement, early episodes of the podcast explores
“the thrilling independence that came with having my own income”
Samantha Barry, Editor-in-Chief, Glamour Magazine
https://www.glamour.com/story/money-secrets-from-1000-real-women
