In simple terms, financial literacy is knowledge on how to manage money. However, within this aspect there are many nuances to consider such as investing, budgeting, and personal financial management. In order to be financially secure it is important to have a strong understanding of financial literacy. This is a topic that take a little bit to learn, but a lifetime to master. The earlier you begin, the better off you will be as education is the secret to financial success.
Learn moreLearn some simple ways that you can start improving your financial literacy right now!
Sign up for financial newsletters that have a reputation for being reliable. These newsletter tend to offer professional guidance on money and lifestyle.
Podcasts are an excellent way to surround yourself with financial news. In addition, you can do other activities like cleaning, knitting, etc. since you just have to listen.
There are many of books available to learn about personal finance if you enjoy reading. Simply search your local bookstore or online!
Financial knowledge is more important than ever. You should take great delight in having access to innovative, interactive programs that may be skillfully delivered by professional educators. With the internet, you have access to hundreds of places to discuss how to create a brighter future for yourself.
- Look into free resources through your community, credit unions, or credit card issuers
- See what your employer offers as they may offer financial courses or wellness programs
- Look into non-profit agencies since they can provide you basics of finances on your own time
- Take a look at online resources such as the Jump$tart Coalition to gain access to key financial information
Bennett Day needed a unique afterschool program that included entrepreneurship and small business components. In tandem with their school's arts-based culture and curriculum, we sculpted a 10 week program focused on building a business, economic theories of supply and demand, and crafting unique items to repay business loans.
An excellent collaboration effort. Content included a time-travel mystery, youth-led movie-making, and an entrepreneurship program culminating in original "disruptive innovations" presented to a panel of venture capitalists.
Bubbles Academy specializes in infant, toddler, and Pre-K education. They wanted to introduce the early building blocks of financial literacy for their 3 to 5 year olds - something we were thrilled to dive into. We created a "Money Matters" class for both young children and their parents, focused on not only in-class experiences, but continuing the conversation at home