Advance Praise
Debra Menkes new book, Powerful Women Plan for Retirement , is like a good heart-to-heart with your best friendwho happens to be a financial professional. Her straightforward storytelling is a strong cup of coffee waking readers up to the news: the time to start investing in yourself and your retirement is now. Drawing on her own personal story, Debras book comes from a place of truth and wisdom. The book inspires women to take ownership of their financial futuresand experience the freedom and power that ensue.
Penny Pennington
Managing partner, Edward Jones
Money is the number one cause of stress for Americans. Proven strategies to eliminate this stress include education and planning, and this book has both. Its the perfect guide for the modern American woman.
Dan Miller
Global health and wellness expert
How many times have you put off your own financial planning because something else seemed more important? As women, were trained to put others needs ahead of our own. We often help others create their future while ignoring our own. No more. Debbie Menke takes you by the hand to help you plan for your future. With spirit and love, she walks you straight through all the excuses. Excuses likeIm not good with money, Ill do it later, I need to take care of my kidsthese fall by the wayside as she guides you to a powerful vision of your financial future. Read it, do it, and reap the benefits.
Lisa Earle McLeod
Author of bestselling books, Selling with Noble Purpose and Leading with Noble Purpose
Gritty, authentic and unapologetically real. All growthbe it financial, physical, intellectual, et ceterabegins with the mind, which is not lost on Debbie Menke. This is not just a book that can be applied to the personal finances of women (though it certainly does just that), but her principles should be applied to any person on a development journey. I will buy both my daughters a copy of this book.
Bill Eckstrom
President, EcSell Institute and author of bestselling book, The Coaching Effect
This is an unbelievable read for women and men alike. By reading Debbies book, we are reminded that lessons in fortitude, perseverance and integrity can be learned at any age and at any stage of our lives. Debbie is an excellent businesswoman and more importantly, a genuine human being. Her words will be an inspiration and source of financial wisdom for all who read them. Home run, my friend!
Dr. Harry Condoleon
General and cosmetic surgeon
Being a woman in her fifties, single with twins, and not understanding my journey, this book nailed it. Done with excuses. Time to downsize, stop collecting stuff, make memories, and plan retirement so I can make more memories with my grandchildren. Take Debbies hand, grab a glass of vino, and enjoy this powerful read.
Denise LeBeau
Mother and administrative assistant
Outstanding! This book is a must for women of all ages! Im married to a financial advisor, yet Ive learned so much from Debbie and this book. She has motivated me to get my financial house in better order.
Carolyn Frakes
Executive assistant
Debbies approach to explaining financial planning is a breath of fresh air for women everywhere. From the moment you open this book, you feel the love and care she puts into every page and cant help but feel inspired to take action. This is as much of a spiritual guide to getting to know yourself, as it is an easy to follow step-by-step tool to help you get clear about your finances today, and to plan for the beautiful tomorrow of your dreams. Its a rare and beautiful approach to set the foundation for your financial freedom.
Annmarie Molina
Founder of SheHaus Coaching
A complete eye opener! As a self-employed business owner for most of my career, I learned things I wish I would have paid attention to in my twenties. Thanks to Debbie, I now know that its not too late, and the retirement of my dreams is still very much possible. Debbies visualizing and meditation exercises are powerfulthey really help harness you in and help you get a grasp on where you are and where you ultimately want to be. No matter what age you are, this book is a must read for all women.
Stephanie Schafer
Business owner
Ive always avoided reading books on finances. However, Powerful Women Plan for Retirement is a book I will read again and again and will share with all the special women in my life. Debbie does such a great job simplifying the concept of financial planning. She turns the terrifying thoughts of saving, paying off debt, and preparing for retirement, into actionable steps and even makes the process fun. Thank you, Debbie, for giving us F.R.E.E.D.O.M!
Cristy Monteiro
Senior business development, SkinCeuticals
Bursting with hope, no matter where you are at in your journey. The sparkling fresh perspective and pure positive life-giving exercises in this book will help you build a foundation of peace and financial power. Simply a must read!
Tamberly Auer
Account executive
Powerful Women Plan for Retirement is written in a way that is so down to earth and easy to read that it will draw you in and excite you with ideas for your financial future. This book isnt just for the woman who has retirement in her near future; its for anyone looking for guidance, advice and financial education. Powerful Women Plan for Retirement is a book I will pass on to all women in my life. Everyone deserves to be a Powerful Woman!
Paige Baade
Paige Baade Photography
What a breath of fresh air. I loved this book! Debbie is a gifted writer. Her approach is refreshing. Retirement is not an easy subject to cover or explain. She shares her knowledge in a way that is easy for anyone to understand and infuses it with love and light. Thanks for speaking my language, Debbie.
Kim Weaver
Author, and intuitive expert and coach
Debbie Menke is a trailblazer in financial planning and education for women. I wish I had this guidance twenty years ago, but grateful to know that its not too late. I am motivated in a way that I didnt even know was possible and cannot wait to share this amazing read with my powerful women tribe. Thank you for empowering me to change my story.
Tania Moffett- Hilber
Account executive
Intuitive. Bold. Daring. Brave. Debbie shares lessons that will benefit powerful women everywhere.
Darla McEnroe
LMSW
Debbies gift of knowledge, wisdom, and love radiates her truest desire for others to gain (in one package) what is much needed in our societal awareness of mind, body, spirit connection. Not only does she address financial success, she embraces the entire woman and her need for comfort, peace, and balance. Debbie explains financial mysteries in a way that can be understood clearly and easily. She embraces many avenues of inner and outer growth which connect us to a divine union of the soulleaving us with peace of mind, financial health and wellbeing. Ah, sleep at last!
Margi Lantos
Intuitive consultant, Spiritual Bridges
Powerful Women Plan for Retirement
TAKE OWNERSHIP OF
YOUR FINANCIAL FUTURE
DEBRA K. MENKE
NEW YORK
LONDONNASHVILLEMELBOURNEVANCOUVER
Powerful Women Plan for Retirement
Take Ownership of Your Financial Future
2021 Debra K. Menke
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