In life, it is always best to plan ahead. Otherwise, you could get caught out by the twists and turns that invariably occur along the way. Forward thinking is especially important when it comes to your financial future. If you are going to enjoy your retirement, it is vital that you start your preparations as soon as possible. You need to control your spending habits, manage your finances, and keep your eyes peeled for lucrative investment opportunities. One thing you should consider is your … [Read more...]
7 ways to manage your personal finances
In order to enjoy a life of freedom and independence, it is vital that you manage your finances wisely. Otherwise, your lifestyle will be limited, and you will be forced to depend on others for support. If you are determined to make it on your own and to secure a bright future for yourself, you will need to read on. Below are seven ways that you can manage your personal finances. Take control of your income Instead of relying on somebody else for your income, why not take matters into your … [Read more...]
Do You Need to Do More to Save for Your Future?
One of the biggest points of stress for most people, financial struggles and considerations can be an uncomfortable, difficult and even frightening situation. All too many people know first-hand what it feels like to be short on cash, not be able to make ends meet, or lack the money to take care of an emergency situation. The financial situation of the average person is truly horrifying: most people do not have money saved for future expenses. This means that when tragedy strikes or an … [Read more...]
2 Day Virtual – JAN 30/31, “The Women & Money Summit”
The Women & Money Summit 2015 is your year! Announcing The Women & Money Summit. I’m SO excited to announce a new, transformative, profoundly empowering way to set yourself up for a magical leap forward in 2015. What stops many women from getting their creative gifts out into the world isn’t motivation, spirit or drive. It’s their relationship with money. Why? Because money is at the center of every decision you make in your life, your business or your career. Which of these … [Read more...]
Lorre White reports Starwood CEO: ‘Yesterday’s luxury is tomorrow’s necessity’
Inside Starwood’s "Out-of-the-Box Thinking” session, the chief executive discussed how Starwood’s St. Regis, The Luxury Collection and W Hotels are responding to challenges in targeting the new luxury consumer. Savvy marketers will examine how the industry is changing as a result of this new fast-moving, technology-driven age and respond quickly. “The wealthy today are more diverse,” said Frits van Paasschen, president/CEO of Starwood Hotels & Resorts. “There are more wealthy Women; and … [Read more...]
The Fiscal Cliff Has Been Avoided, But at What Cost?
The Fiscal Cliff Has Been Avoided, But at What Cost? Some thoughts on the new fiscal agreement: The economy needs a stimulus, but under the agreement, taxes will go up in 2013 relative to 2012 -- not only on high-income households, as widely discussed, but also on every working man and woman in the country, via the end of the payroll tax cut. For most households, the payroll tax takes a far bigger bite than the income tax does, and the payroll tax cut therefore -- as CBO and others have … [Read more...]
Women’s Economic Opportunity Index 2012
The Economist Intelligence Unit helps business leaders prepare for opportunity, empowering them to act with confidence when making strategic decisions. Success when operating internationally means understanding how tomorrow will differ from today. From such insight comes opportunity. Our forecasting and advisory services have informed entrepreneurs, financiers and government figures around the world since 1946. Our coherent and impartial assessment of the future can be depended on to … [Read more...]
The Brookings Institute, THE BURDEN OF PUBLIC DEBT AROUND THE WORLD
The Brookings Institution and the Financial Times have released an update to the "Burden of Public Debt Around the World" interactive feature, which reflects the sovereign sovereign debt crisis in Europe and issues surrounding the U.S. debt ceiling debate. Brookings Senior Fellow Eswar Prasad and his colleague Mengjie Ding illustrate how the ongoing debt burden in advanced economies is now a global threat. The interactive feature at FT.com illustrates the vast difference in public debt held by … [Read more...]