Diane Watson is a relationship-focused financial planner with over 30 years of experience and the author of the Amazon bestseller "She Can Prosper”. She joins Toni and Lesley to talk about financial empowerment, sharing invaluable insights on women's financial independence, the importance of financial planning, and overcoming societal barriers. From childhood money mindsets to practical tips for business owners, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to take control of their financial future.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Early childhood experiences and parental attitudes significantly shape our financial mindsets and behaviours in adulthood.
• Women often face unique challenges in financial planning, including being more risk averse and juggling multiple roles as caregivers, professionals, and household managers.
• Financial education is lacking in schools, leaving many adults ill-equipped to handle personal finances and make informed decisions about money.
• Business owners, especially women, need to consider protective measures like insurance to safeguard their businesses and personal finances in case of illness or inability to work.
• The lack of financial knowledge can lead to stress, poor decision-making, and missed opportunities for growth and prosperity.
• Societal expectations and gender roles continue to impact women's relationship with money, often limiting their financial independence and decision-making power.
• Writing and sharing personal stories about financial journeys can be both cathartic for the author and inspirational for readers facing similar challenges.
• Networking and collaborating with like-minded individuals can provide support, inspiration, and opportunities for personal and professional growth in financial matters.

BEST MOMENTS 

"I think ultimately a lot of people get their information from their parents, don't they? Which is either a good thing or it's not a good thing."

"I'm a passionate believer in people having wills, which most people don't know. You know, things like powers of attorney, which people think are only for the very elderly but they're not."

"Money is fascinating, isn't it? And the way money plays out in relationships, and it's not just, um, heterosexual relationships."

ABOUT THE GUEST

Diane Watson | Financial Planner

Recognising a need to support women to become more engaged with their financial management, she founded ‘She Can Prosper’. Diane, a trail blazer in her field, shares her knowledge and insights with women, specialising in working with working with women who are approaching 40 and beyond to help them improve their financial wellbeing and empower them to take the right steps to plan for their future. She has also recently published her first book also called ‘She Can Prosper’ 

https://shecanprosper.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/shecanprosper

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HOST BIOS

Toni C. Eastwood OBE, MBA, (Business Transformation Coach and Facilitator)

Award-winning entrepreneur, who knows exactly what it’s like to start and scale NFP Business, raising multi-millions in funding. She has served as a non-executive board member and Chair of several charities and NFP organisations. With 30 years’   experience in SME, Business startup and growth, as Director of a FTSE 30 Company, starting and growing two businesses over the last 12yrs. Toni knows what it’s like to leave the familiar behind, to personally risk  everything to follow your passion for service and importantly to handle the inevitable obstacles along the way. 

Lesley Craven MA – Programme Director – (Business Transformation Coach and Facilitator)

Lesley has spent 30+ years leading public and social sector delivery, and as a CEO of numerous NFP organisations. She is an accomplished bid writer, facilitator, and business coach leading our delivery to 1000s of Small Business Owners and Leaders over the last 4 years.

PODCAST DESCRIPTION

The Women On Purpose Podcast is where we keep it real, have fun, an authentic and entertaining platform for individuals seeking personal growth, purpose-driven living, and the full range of emotions that make life an adventure.  We share some laughter, and yes, there might even be a few tears along the way. We want the conversation to flow and will be chatting with our guests learning more about their successes, challenges, and how they have navigated these sharing the tools and techniques they may have used alongside us sharing our tips and techniques from our ASPIRE Model.