Don’t Stop Doing What’s Working: The Trap of “Arrival” and the Power of One More Effort
Time and time again, I see a pattern unfold — one that’s as common as it is frustrating to witness. People work hard to reach a certain level of success, often pushing themselves through discomfort, uncertainty, and sacrifice. But then, something curious happens: they stop doing the very things that got them there. Why? Maybe […]
Girls Just Want to Have Funds
Author: Alexandra PultzEditor: Carly Meyer Bentley As I near the end of my sophomore year, I’ve found myself reflecting on how much I’ve learned—especially about money. When I first came to college, I had little knowledge about budgeting or spending wisely. That changed quickly. One moment stands out vividly: at the end of my freshman […]
Money & Class: The Miscalculation
Author: Alexandra Pultz Editor: Carly Meyer Bentley The terms “old money” and “new money” have been used in recent years to describe different types of wealth. Old money refers to wealth that has been accumulated over generations or inherited through family, while new money represents wealth that is self-made and relatively recent. Many people on social […]
Trump’s Tariffs: Impact on U.S. Manufacturing & Investments
By Clare Johnson In an aggressive move to boost American manufacturing production, President Trump recently imposed a 25% tariff on imported steel and aluminum. The move, made early in February of 2025, had the immediate effect of jumpstarting the world metals market, impacting both domestic business as well as investors. The new tariffs are a positive development to U.S. steel and aluminum manufacturers. Stocks of companies such as Nucor and Alcoa rose with expected reduced pressure from foreign import competition. While other firms such as Cleveland-Cliffs have had recent declining share […]
Should You Invest in American Energy Resources?
By John R. McMenamin Edited by: Alexandra Pultz Donald J. Trump was inaugurated for a second term in office on January 20, 2025. This incoming term brings a promise to invest in the American energy industry. Has the time come to consider investing in American energy? What does it mean to invest in American energy? […]
Women in the Workplace: Through the Years
Women have come a long way in the workplace, but history reminds us they still have a long way to go. In 1970, women represented 37.5% of the total workforce in the United States. During this period, the top ten occupations held by women were administrative, with ‘secretary’ at the top of that list. Second, […]
What Influences you? Influences that Impact Wealth Creation
Women continue to rise to C-Level positions. However, the gap in literacy and wealth creation compared to their male counterpart remains wide. History, societal influences, familial upbringing, college majors, and career choices influence a women’s earning potential. They may not be consciously aware of these influences, but they exist in their behaviours. Personal introspection provides […]
Money and Confidence: What Impacts Financial Outcomes for Women
Generally speaking, confidence levels in economic literacy are relatively low among menand women across the globe. The S&P Global Financial Literacy Excellence Center Survey showsthat regardless of income or social class, lower literacy rates exist in women than in men. (Hasler,Lusardi 2017 p.4). Women participate less in saving, investing and borrowing money because they don’t […]
Career Success for Corporate & Self-Employed Women
Congratulations, you’ve been promoted! You have achieved recognition, landed the executive title, secured the corner office and have a few direct reports. With the Market President’s post one position away, you’ve set your intention for the next move. Except, are you prepared for the upcoming level of executive decisions? Market President requires an advanced level […]