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Teaching young girls the basics of money management is a powerful gift that equips them with the skills and knowledge needed for a lifetime of financial well-being. In Money Confident Girls, Julina Ogilvie shows how early money lessons and everyday conversations help girls understand the four building blocks of finance: earning, spending, saving, and investing. Money habits and beliefs form in childhood and influence our financial decisions as adults. Ogilvie offers age-appropriate strategies to instill a positive money mindset so girls view money not as a taboo topic or source of anxiety, but as a tool for personal growth and financial security. Ogilvie blends personal anecdotes with expert insights and thoughtful suggestions from other parents. She meticulously crafts a roadmap to financial literacy, covering strategies around allowances, first jobs, budgeting, the use of debit cards, custodial accounts, and options for college savings and retirement vehicles. Women have historically faced gender-specific challenges such as wage gaps, career interruptions, and longer life expectancies, making it critical for them to learn early on how to manage their finances effectively. Many Americans today struggle with massive debt and the consequences of poor financial decisions. Preparing the next generation with financial skills is not just about teaching them to earn, save and invest wisely; it's about fostering a mindset that empowers them to embrace financial independence and navigate the complexities of money with savvy and confidence. This important book is a must-read for anyone raising young girls.

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"""So often when we think about finance in our society, we don't take into account the importance of arming girls with the essential skills needed to achieve financial independence. Julina's approach of using age-appropriate tips and strategies interwoven with personal stories makes this the perfect guide to empower girls to handle their finances with confidence. As the mother of two girls myself, I feel this book is an essential tool for all parents of girls."" Pam Keough, President & Chief Executive Officer at Make A Wish Foundation of Connecticut, Inc.""Money Confident Girls is an invaluable financial resource for young women. The author is focused on educating girls from a young age on basic financial concepts which are the foundation to a financially sound future. Julina Ogilvie draws in her audience with simple, yet powerful financial tools, strategies and habits demystifying the world of finance. The book removes the invisible barriers that have prevented women from confidently managing financial challenges. Education levels the playing field. Engaging women in developing their financial skills instills confidence. It empowers them to make effective decisions leading to financial independence. Money Confident Girls is a must read that every parent should share with their daughters."" Susan Certoma, Board Director/Executive Leader/ Strategic Advisor ""Julina has started the important conversation and encourages all of us to continue it with the young girls in our families, lives, networks, etc. Whether you are a parent or not, helping the next generation of girls become confident and knowledgeable about their financial well-being will help all of us! Julina has outlined practical ideas and techniques to engage in the process of helping girls become more financially confident in a deeply personal (and humorous) way!"" Julie L. Genjac, Vice President and Managing Director, Applied Insights, Hartford Funds"

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Julina Ogilvie, CIMA(R), CPWA(R) Partner

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