2nd & 4th Tuesday of each month

11:30 AM to 12:30 PM (PST)

September 21, 2010

How to Escape the Money Life Drain

Do you feel caught in a never-ending circle between debt, expenses and the pressure to work more- to pay your debt and your expenses? Are you tired of this vicious circle? Join author and Financial Recovery coach Mikelann Valterra as she looks at how to escape the money life drain- for good. She will discuss how the “money fog” deeply impacts our ability to heal our relationship to money, and most importantly- how to escape the money fog! If you’re ready to take control of your money, don’t miss this call.

Mikelann Valterra, Women’s Earning Institute

Mikelann Valterra is the founding director of the Women's Earning Institute and is passionately devoted to helping women earn at their potential. She is also the author of Why Women Earn Less: How to Make What You're Really Worth. She's a nationally sought after expert on women's work, money and earning issues. For over a decade, Mikelann has empowered women to overcome self-sabotaging beliefs about wealth, transform their relationship to money, and unlock their earning potential. www.womenearning.com and ww.seattlemoneycoach.com

September 28, 2010

Organizing Your Financial Records

Organizing your financial records provides you with a sense of freedom and accomplishment. Learn some simple steps you can take to organize your financial records. You’ll also learn what records to keep and which records you should toss. Once you’re organized, you’ll be ready to determine your net worth.

Stacey Anderson, Organized Innovations

Stacey Anderson is a Professional Organizer, speaker and author. As founder of Organized Innovations she has tackled almost every dis-organized situation out there. Her book Get Organized : Get Revitalized is chalk full of quick, easy to implement tips for those struggling with getting started. Stacey is an active member of the National Association of Professional Organizers and is currently on the Seattle Chapter board. She has been a guest expert on local radio and has been featured in many local newspapers. www.organizedinnovations.com

October 12, 2010

Can a Woman's Income Last a Lifetime?

Women are in the high risk category of not having enough income to cover their retirement years. Did you know that 1 out of every 5 women live in poverty? That means that they live on $10,000.00 a year. Factors like being out of the workforce to raise children, getting paid a lower income than men and divorce are some of the hindrances to being financially secure in our retirement. Knowing your retirement story now and being proactive today is the key to helping overcome these risks.

Jayne Black

Jayne Black is a Legislative/Organization & Association Outreach Specialist for Plan Administrators, Inc. "PAi." Jayne has a proven dedication to making sure that everyone has an opportunity to save for their retirement. Jayne has worked with policy makers and organizations that are deeply invested in the lives of people. Working to make sure that government, academics, the financial community and not-for-profit organizations are all working together to make financial security possible. Jayne is a member and volunteer for many state and national organizations. Jayne is also the Project Manager of the iOMe Challenge a national college contest that encourages students to be proactive in planning and helping to solve the retirement security problem. www.iomechallenge.org

October 18, 2010

Create the Life You Imagine: Dream It, Believe It, Be It

A discussion with Sandra Magsamen that celebrates and shares the power of the creative spirit. Learn how to embrace your own creativity as you design the life of your dreams. Sandra shares her story as well the essential tools for living an artful life.

Sandra Magsamen, artist, author of Living Artfully and Oprah.com columnist

Sandra Magsamen began her work twenty years ago in the basement of her house. As an artist, art therapist and expecting mom, she created hand-made plaques with thoughtful, loving and whimsical inscribed verses. Twenty years later, she has become a best-selling artist and author who shares her meaningful messages through a widely popular range of books, gifts, baby apparel, stationery and home décor items. Sandra has based her work on the simple belief that inside every human being is the desire to connect, belong, love, and be loved. She has taken these beliefs and paired them with her artistic talent to create beautiful and heartfelt products. Through her growing product line, book publishing, television and online media efforts, her reach and impact continue to grow, one heart at a time. Sandra aims to create meaningful, inspired and affordable gifts at a time in our history when people need them the most.www.sandramagsamen.com

November 9, 2010

Overcoming Underearning

Barbara Stanny will help us understand the characteristics of underearners. She will discuss the process of Overcoming Underearning in five steps. You won't want to miss this thought provoking and life changing teleseminar.

Barbara Stanny, author of Prince Charming Isn't Coming; Secrets of Six-Figure Women and Overcoming Underearning

Barbara Stanny is a woman on a mission. That mission is to motivate women to become financially empowered. Barbara grew up relying on her father (the 'R' of H&R Block), then her husband, to manage her money. But a devastating financial crisis became a personal wake-up call. Barbara's journey to financial independence is inspiring. She is an author, popular keynote speaker and hosts Overcoming Underearning workshops.www.barbarastanny.com

We'll be posting information on future topics and speakers as the dates get closer.