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Rachel Rodgers' first digital product, Small Business Bodyguard, has produced more than one million dollars in revenue and served over 3,500 customers. In the past two years, she's helped over a thousand female entrepreneurs significantly increase their income with her company coaching company Hello Seven. Her mission with this book is to use the platform I've established to share the belief - no, the reality - that all women should be millionaires. Rachel's advice has been shared in Fast Company, Forbes, Entrepreneur, The Washington Post, and Time. She's explained to NBC why it's hard to be a feminist if you're broke. And, because she has a lot to say that's controversial, she's pretty popular when it comes to booking media.
This well-organized, inspirational book delivers an engaging and highly accessible road map to financial success for young people. Writing in a conversational tone, Rodgers speaks directly to marginalized groups, including women, people of color, the LGBTQIA+ community, and disabled individuals, encouraging them to take control of their financial futures. The book is divided into two sections. The first part focuses on the mindset shift necessary to become a millionaire, emphasizing decision-making, setting boundaries, and surrounding yourself with supportive people. The second half provides a and shy;step-by-step approach to making and managing money, offering guidance on entering the workforce, side hustles, investing, and eliminating debt. Throughout, the and shy;author shares her own struggles, making her and shy;advice relatable. Interactive features like 'Try It' activities, charts, lists, and linked worksheets keep readers engaged, while examples of successful female entrepreneurs serve as insight and inspiration. The book also challenges self-sabotaging thoughts and reframes negative beliefs about money, reinforcing the importance of self-care and long-term planning. However, the book's heavy reliance on contemporary trends means that some parts already feel outdated, especially with references to TikTok, specific and shy;banking services, investment strategies, and DEI initiatives in the workplace. Despite this, Rodgers's overall message of investing in yourself, building wealth, and using money to make a difference is informative and motivating. and shy;VERDICT An interesting and well-structured guide for young readers looking to build wealth and break free from financial limitations, though future editions may need periodic updates to keep up with evolving financial trends and political policies. * –Lynne Stover *
