PODCAST LIVE: Protecting Your Financial Future, Diane Watson
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What would happen to your business if you couldn't work tomorrow? This question haunts financial advisor Diane Watson, who has witnessed countless entrepreneurs, particularly women, face devastating consequences after failing to plan for unexpected events.
In this eye-opening conversation, Diane shares powerful stories that will make you rethink your approach to financial protection. From the woman evicted from her home just seven days after her partner's unexpected death to the business owner who had to cut cancer treatments short to keep her company afloat, these real-life scenarios illuminate the urgent need for proper planning.
With over 30 years of experience advising entrepreneurs, Diane dispels harmful myths about money management, particularly those affecting women. She explains why the shift from employment to self-employment creates new vulnerabilities and offers practical guidance on establishing essential protections. Her passion for this subject led her to found She Can Prosper and write a book dedicated to empowering women financially.
The discussion covers critical topics including wills, power of attorney, insurance options, and retirement planning strategies. Diane emphasizes that financial capability has nothing to do with mathematical skill, anyone can learn to manage their finances effectively with the right support. Most importantly, she warns against the dangerous "I'll do it next year" mentality that leaves so many vulnerable.
Whether you're just starting your entrepreneurial journey or have been running your business for years, this conversation delivers concrete advice that could save you from financial disaster. Don't wait until crisis strikes—take action today to protect everything you've worked so hard to build. Your future self will thank you.
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Chapters
1. PODCAST LIVE: Protecting Your Financial Future, Diane Watson (00:00:00)
2. Podcast Introduction and Welcome (00:01:06)
3. Meet Financial Advisor Diane Watson (00:02:09)
4. Gender Gap's Impact on Entrepreneurs (00:06:55)
5. What Business Owners Often Overlook (00:09:10)
6. Financial Protection for Women (00:12:12)
7. Importance of Savings and Planning (00:14:18)
8. Audience Questions and Real Stories (00:18:33)
9. Taking Action Without Delay (00:25:34)
10. Final Thoughts and Conclusion (00:28:37)
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