Money Smart Week®
Money Smart® Week takes place April 18 through 25, 2015. Money Smart® Week was created by the Chicago Federal Reserve in 2002. Similar to America Saves Week the purpose of…
Leslie Girone – My Journey in Financial Education
My name is Leslie Girone. And this my journey in financial education! I am the daughter of a loan collector and an accountant. I was raised in a financially savvy…
Mendo Lake Credit Union Pilots Dream Big Day Experience
“It’s a Habit” is pleased to announce Mendo Lake Credit Union (MLCU) is bringing Sammy Rabbit’s Dream Big Day experience to its credit union members and the children of Lake and Mendocino…
The future of children! Why financial literacy is tricky
Last year, I wrote an article titled, 'ENOUGH! The Future of Children' for Michael Chindamo and my friends at Fautores Family Offices (financial advisors). They are wonderful people who care…
5 Steps to Reduce Money Worries
5 Steps to Reduce Money Worries by Guest Blogger - Leslie Girone Americans worry constantly about money! Here are five simple steps that will help you reduce your money worries…
What it means to DREAM BIG and Do Big! Part 1
What does it really mean to dream big and do big? Here are least four things it means for sure! One, you are excited and filled with enthusiasm. As Ralph…
How to make big dreams come true – Step 2: Set Goals
How do you make big dreams come true? One step is to set Goals! Setting goals is step 2 of 12 in Sammy Rabbit's recipe for making big dreams come…
What is the best leadership style for managing money?
What is the best leadership style for managing money? Sammy Rabbit shares with kids it is to lead by example. It is the core message of the song and video…
4 Great Money Habits Parents Should Teach Children Immediately
Here are 4 great money habits parents should teach children immediately. They will empower kids for a lifetime! Great Money Habit 1: Teach children to get in the habit of saving…
The American Dream
The American Dream - it stirs enormous emotion. It inspires massive hope. It prompts awe-inspiring actions. Several years ago I was invited to address the American Savings Education Council to discuss…