Money Shy to Money Sure: A Woman's Road Map to Financial Well-Being (Hardcover)

by Olivia Mellan (Author), Sherry Christie (Author)

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly
Mellan (Overcoming Overspending), a psychotherapist who specializes in money issues, and co-writer Christie offer advice built around seven myths that often prevent women from actively managing their finances: "If I Take Risks with My Money, I'll Lose Everything" and "It's Selfish to Put Myself First. I'm Supposed to Take Care of Everybody Else" are two examples. Interspersed with practical suggestions are anecdotes and quotes from women about money. The information isn't unique but the authors' easy-to-follow advice makes a worthwhile contribution to this genre.

Copyright 2001 Cahners Business Information, Inc.

From Library Journal
Coauthors of Overcoming Overspending: A Winning Plan for Spenders and Their Partners, Mellan, a psychotherapist specializing in money issues, and financial writer Christie have written an excellent financial guide geared toward women. The authors focus on seven money myths that they feel women must overcome in order to feel more confident about financial matters. Each chapter covers one myth such as "Money is too complicated for me to understand," "If I take charge of my money, I'll antagonize others," or, most harmfully, "Somebody else should be taking care of all this for me." Throughout the chapters are quotes, stories, and advice from the variety of both ordinary and famous women interviewed for the book. The practical advice is presented clearly, and each chapter ends with a series of exercises for the reader. The appendix includes a list of resources about money and investing. Here is a useful book to get women who need it started on their financial education. Recommended for all public libraries. Stacey Marien, American Univ., Washington, DC
Copyright 2001 Reed Business Information, Inc.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 256 pages
• Publisher: Walker & Company (June 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0802713475
• ISBN-13: 978-0802713476
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.3 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #962,171 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Get a new map--Money Shy to Money Sure, June 12, 2001

By	DB Wheeler (Washington, DC United States) - See all my reviews

"S O" refers to Sherry and Olivia-Olivia Mellan and Sherry Christie-the new doyennes of savvy saving and fiscal fortification. Based on our society's continued gender-bias earning ability (or lack thereof), women need all the positive coaching we can get. "Money Shy to Money Sure" (MSTMS) provides innovative direction, interjecting quotations from dynamic women who are also solid financially; many quoted here with refreshingly direct remarks.

One of my favorite myths: "It's selfish to put myself first. I'm suppose to take care of everybody else." When I recently read U.S. women lose a quarter of a million dollars in potential income in their working lives, I balked. $250,000 is a lot of money to loose due to disparate wage earning. I immediately got a copy of MSTMS to learn how to finesse my current retirement plans.

Myth #2: "I don't have enough money to do anything with." Oh, really?! Then you need to read "How to find money you didn't think you had." I know, I know...you already know these inclusions blindfolded. Herein lies the point-"finding money" does not have to look like attempting to break open the piñata at your niece's backyard birthday party!

To honor the preceding decades of prosperity: "If I take charge of my money, I'll antagonize others and might end up alone." National statistics still show women outliving men (by 7-10 years) ergo our need to save 12% (female) versus 8% (male). Financial planners' still indicate only approximately 7% of the general American public is financially prepared for retirement. "...Antagonize others..."? "...Might end up alone..."? Hel-lo!

"Money Shy to Money Sure" is a delightful road map to financial well-being. Get going. Get the book. Happy trails. DBW

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Women, help yourselves., November 1, 2001

By A Customer

Women have tended to sell themselves short when it comes to making or deserving to have money. Money Shy to Money Sure dispels the myths about women, money, financial savvy and power, then goes on to provide a sane and reasonable blueprint for women at all stages in their financial education.

Women's investment groups, financial counselors, and women of all ages will profit from this comprehensive, practical guide to women and the money issue.

5.0 out of 5 stars Mentors are a girls best friend., August 2, 2001

By	Sherry (Maine) - See all my reviews

It's pretty hard to take care of yourself as a woman in the world today, especially if you don't even know what taking care of yourself means. Christie and Mellan start out by teaching us what being independant really means, and give us a smooth and warmly-written guide to getting things done. I'm getting a copy for all of my friends, even those who have already taken their first steps towards financial freedom.