"The percentage of female financial planners has stalled out in recent years, but Peggy Ruhlin is here to say that needs to change. In this inspiring book, she discusses how women's skills, especially their empathy and practicality, make them ideally suited to careers in financial planning and wealth management. Chock-full of real-life stories drawn from Peggy's own career, Wealth is Women's Work makes a compelling case for the difference that financial planners can make in their clients' lives. The book also serves as an invaluable how-to guide for women who are considering a career in financial planning." --Christine Benz Director of personal finance and retirement planning, Morningstar "Wealth is Women's Work showcases the impact that visionary women like Peggy Ruhlin have made on the financial advice industry. From learning why financial planning is such an impactful career for women to illustrating the why and how to begin your journey in this inspirational profession, this book is a must-read for women at any stage of their career path. Peggy explains what so many of us in this profession already know: if you want to transform people's lives for the better, become a Certified Financial Planner." --Kate Healy Managing Director, Center for Financial Planning "Peggy Ruhlin, a legend in the financial planning industry as a top female advisor and firm owner, has created a must-read book for any woman curious about a career in wealth management.
She effectively addresses the many misconceptions that exist and shows how this noble career is one that focuses on assisting those preparing for an effective retirement. So many women think financial planning is all about the numbers, when in reality so much is about communication, listening, and learning--skill sets women tend to excel in." --Suzanne Siracuse CEO, Suzanne Siracuse Consulting Services LLC.