Ep. 59 Millennials and Money: Why Financial Anxiety Still Lingers Then joined by Anne Lester

18/09/2025 56 min Temporada 1 Episodio 59
Ep. 59 Millennials and Money: Why Financial Anxiety Still Lingers Then joined by Anne Lester

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Send us a textMillennials are entering midlife with more wealth than previous generations at the same age, yet many remain anxious about their financial futures. In this episode of Not Just Numbers: Honest Conversations with a Financial Advisor and Lawyer, Madison and Mike sit down with Maureen to unpack what’s driving this paradox. They explore how economic challenges shaped millennials’ money habits, what today’s numbers really reveal, and what it all means for financial planning moving forward. Later in the episode, Mike and Maddie sit down with Anne Lester, author of Your Best Financial Life: Save Smart Now for the Future You Want and former Head of Retirement Solutions at J.P. Morgan Asset Management. With more than 20 years of experience shaping how millions of Americans approach retirement savings, Anne shares her passion for helping Millennials and Gen Z overcome financial anxiety and take control of their financial futures. We dive into her journey, the common mistakes people make when it comes to saving, and practical strategies to build lasting financial security. Whether you’re just starting your career or planning ahead for retirement, this conversation offers invaluable insights into creating the future you want.Link to WSJ article: https://www.wsj.com/personal-finance/millennial-wealth-financial-anxiety-39fd215b?gaa_at=eafs&gaa_n=ASWzDAiXm2SZFSt_Kuk0sm7ScxaCPj84DWMFhoyJOldFPjlFFyeCWOgHQ6wA&gaa_ts=68a33d0f&gaa_sig=TZh59pLmqdpzXMGF0U_ojtEAafSjO3wSz68a0XWST5uIoI9TYTdJyoOlD0qJ0W29c9feJjTkKxRcu4KUG3WM_w%3D%3DAnne Lester linksAnne's book: https://annelester.com/your-best-financial-life/Anne's website: https://annelester.com/speaking/Connect with Anne on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/savesmartwanne/

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