Jan 3, 2020
Happy New Year everyone! And welcome back to the dHarmic
evolution.
Joining us on the first show of 2020 is Dr. Laura Mattia. So, sit
back relax, get yourself a notebook and a pen, because this is
going to be an action-packed, resourceful and informative podcast
for all of you.
Dr. Laura Mattia is a former corporate financial executive and has
over 30 years of experience in Finance. She’s also the founder of
The Women’s Money Empowerment Network – An educational Research
program through the 501c 3 organization whose mission is to teach
women to become financially engaged so that they can live life on
their own terms, receive guidance and conduct research. Dr. Laura
is also the author of Gender on Wall Street (A book uncovering
opportunities for women in Financial services). She has currently
dedicated her career in training the next generation of ethical,
educated and inspired financial planners.
Dr. Laura despite having Majored in Psychology, decided to take an
MBA in finance and accounting in order to pay the house bills and
support her family, this path would eventually lead her to the
corporate world. It was while working as a woman in the executive
world that she constantly got approached by women who requested
help while handling financial matters in relation to issues such as
divorce, workers' compensation, property management, etc. This
would prove to be the root source of Dr. Laura’s eureka moment,
where she decided to shift into the role of a financial
adviser.
Having experienced a lot of gender-based difficulties and obstacles
while working as an executive. Laura helps women who are currently
in similar situations to successfully overcome such hurdles and
have more fulfilling careers.
The gender problem, Dr. Laura describes, is rooted deep in our
societies and cultures. It subconsciously affects both genders.
That’s why we have so many women who have given in to less
influential roles because they’ve bought into the stereotype of
where women are supposed to be.
Dr. Laura spends a lot of her free time running to keep fit. She
has also been regularly meditating ever since she was introduced to
the art by her father when she was 13.
‘’Is it nature or is it nurture? And as a Psychology Major
and mother of four, I can absolutely tell you that a lot of things
are natural.’’ – Dr. Laura Mattia
Timestamps
[4:13] Dr. Laura briefly describes a recent Ted Talk she did.
[6:48] Dr. Laura talks about her vulnerabilities in relation to
gender
[8:40] Dr. Laura’s career experience in male-dominated industries
and professions
[11:22] The science behind gender-based discrimination in different
life and work situations.
[13:56] The influence and inspiration behind Dr. Laura’s book.
[17:34] The discipline, time and work ethic behind writing The
Gender on Wall Street
[20:00] Tidbits on Dr. Laura’s hobbies
[23:00] Dr. Laura describes her transition from the corporate world
to her current workspace.
[25:35] The experience of working with different clients.
[29:16] Dr. Laura breaks down the fees charged on for her
services
[35:13] The financial literacy problem in America
[40:22] Dr. Laura’s different Ted talks
[43:08] The next big plans for Dr. Laura
Resources
You can reach Dr. Laura through:
Website:
https://www.lauramattia.com/
https://www.stonegatewealth.com/
Twitter:
@Mattia_LauraUSF
Book:
Gender Wall Street Uncovering Opportunities
Ted Talks:
Why Investing
in Women will Revolutionize the World
How to
Overcome Your Fears and Unlock Your Superpower
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