How do we convince our children to save money? It isn’t easy.
They’re exposed to flashy lifestyles of media-blown celebrities.
They’re living in a world where (more than ever) goods are delivered with a couple of iPhone taps.
Young professionals on television drive flashy cars; they live in gorgeous homes. Everyone they attract, in their designer duds, is drop dead gorgeous and artificially enhanced. Responsible money lessons fall flat against frivolous, unrealistic backdrops.
But as a parent, you shouldn’t give up.
I’d like to offer something you could try…
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3 comments
Darren Hammermeister says:
February 27, 2013 at 7:46 am (UTC 8 )
Andrew, your teaching experience is valuable in communicating the basics of money management. I hope a book is in the works.
Andrew Hallam says:
February 28, 2013 at 1:25 pm (UTC 8 )
Thanks Darren,
I have started a second book. This was my first one: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0470830069/ref=as_li_tf_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=nextstep07-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=0470830069
Cheers,
Andrew
Darren Hammermeister says:
March 1, 2013 at 12:01 am (UTC 8 )
Got it. Loved it. waiting for the next one. Hurry up!