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Boys are taught to take risks and “go big” while girls are taught to play it safe and stick to the rulebook. The finance industry is no different. We built Ellevest to flip that narrative on its head.? (ICYMI: The iconic Michelle Wie West was on Fallon Tonight talking about her documentary — which Ellevest helped produce.)? ? Learn more about Ellevest’s offerings at: www.ellevest.com.

I’ll take “things women have been saying since the dawn of time” for 500, Alex.? ? And that intense cognitive labor can cause something called “mom brain.” Author Eve Rodsky says it’s the “toxic stress” of managing a household and holding down a job at the same time.? ? Source: The Atlantic

Some hiring tips from CEO Sallie Krawcheck:?

Last week, Sylvia S. Kwan, CFA, CAIA and Ashley Bleckner, MA, CFP?, CDFA? took the stage at Women’s Venture Summit to discuss how women are shifting the landscape of wealth and investing. PS: We couldn’t agree more with this neon sign. Meet our Wealth Management financial advisors, and learn how we help our clients build their wealth with values-aligned investment strategies: https://lnkd.in/ebsHd_5X

Let’s also not forget the fact that the US doesn’t have a mandated, paid parental leave. AND that when women become moms, they “pay” the Mommy Tax; when men become dads, they benefit from a Daddy Bonus. Read more on how to feel more confident about planning to live your best life here:?https://lnkd.in/ey5n5g6x

Unfortunately this is a real story shared with an Ellevest financial advisor by one of her clients. Read four good reasons why you should leave your “just decent” advisor here:? https://lnkd.in/eb2Ybsy?

Introducing a new and convenient way to pay for financial planning packages — in three monthly (interest-fee) payments. No matter what stage of life you’re in, whether it’s preparing for a child, buying a home, or planning for your dream retirement, Ellevest is here to make it easier. To get started, book a complimentary consultation with an Ellevest financial planner: https://lnkd.in/g_fBCqfT

“[Women] live longer. We take career breaks for aging parents and children. Unfortunately, our incomes peak sooner. And so, instead of just trying to have women fit this mold — have women change to fit into an industry that’s been built by men for men — the idea is that we want to change the industry. We want to create something that is supporting women and honoring their differences.” –?Ellevest Financial Advisor Ashley Bleckner, MA, CFP?, CDFA? at the Future Proof Festival. Read more on how women are changing the private wealth space below: https://lnkd.in/gqjrph6Q

What does it mean for the Federal Reserve to announce a “big rate cut”? What does it mean for the economy, and how will it affect you and your money? All good questions, answered here: