Activate Your Money

Acknowledgments

Activate Your Money has been a labor of love for more than two years. I have only been the ringleader and could not have completed this project without the amazing collection of women (and men) who stepped up to contribute their time, talent, and resources as writers, reviewers, thought partners, and more. They shared their insights, wrote material, reviewed chapters, and provided inspiration. Through their support and incredible commitment, they encouraged and buoyed me along the way.

I so appreciate the women who wrote entire chapters and those who reviewed several sections of the book. To my utter amazement, the writers and reviewers willingly read first drafts, then a second, and sometimes part of a third! They never complained. They just showed up, over and over again. I also value the reviewers who gave me critical feedback. This last group pushed me hard, forcing me to go back, tear a chapter apart, and write it again. Though it was painful at the time, I believe that process resulted in a better book.

There is literally no way I can express how deeply indebted I am to all the people who stood beside me on this journey. I am grateful to the women who were friends before this effort started and to those who have become friends along the way. I have been awed by their determination, contributions, and commitment to make the world a better place than they found it. I feel fortunate, indeed, to be in their company.

There are a few people who deserve a special ...