ARE YOU WORKING “IN” YOUR BUSINESS, or are you working “on” your business? Sharon Lechter, co-author of Rich Dad Poor Dad and the Rich Dad series, says you need to focus on the future. “As an entrepreneur, you are the driving force for your company, so if you spend your time on current or past [...]
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Sharon Lechter and Judi Sheppard Missett Named to WPO Board of Directors
Marsha Firestone, Ph.D., president of the Women Presidents’ Organization (WPO), has announced that Sharon Lechter of YouthPreneur and Judi Sheppard Missett of Jazzercise Inc. were recently appointed to the WPO Board of Directors. Both members have been recognized as extremely successful entrepreneurs who will [...]
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Addressing a room of women at the first ever YMCA Money Smart graduation, Sharon Lechter congratulated graduates and encouraged them to take the next step in their education.
“Go out and help others learn what you have learned here,” said Lechter to the four graduates of different socioeconomic conditions and generations.
The graduation ceremony was the culmination [...]
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When I grow up, I’m going to be a…
My friend Carole Coles Henry retired after over 20 years of working for the City of Phoenix. My uncle in North Dakota dedicated over 30 years with Northwest Airlines. My friend Ivan Johnson at Cox has tallied up over a quarter of a century in the cable [...]
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IT’S TAX SEASON.
Some of us put if off, waiting until midnight April 15 to file our income-tax returns. Others file early, expecting to receive refunds.
No matter what your style, it’s time you take control of your finances.
To those of you receiving funds, pay attention.
You have allowed the government to be your banker. And worse, you [...]
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Your home-based business is the perfect platform for educating your children about business and financial independence.
As a business owner you have taken control of your own life and destiny. You are ahead of the curve – but are your children? Many parents expect their children to learn what they need to succeed in [...]
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