Money requests

Eight requests for getting comfortable with money, taken from the case against nice girls not discussing it.

Emma Grede's framework, from Start With Yourself, pp. 49 to 237.

Speak freely about money
Talk about money in personal and professional settings with friends and colleagues.
Teach yourself finances
Understand mortgage rates, savings options, retirement accounts and investment vehicles.
Look at comps
Always check comparables for what you do professionally.
Share the details
Offer information with the details intact that you would normally keep to yourself.
Make introductions
Introduce accountants, bankers, lawyers and dealmakers who helped you.
Keep consent
Never let anyone make financial decisions for you without your understanding and consent.
Never undersell
Do not give your services away free without making it clear you are doing so.
Make financial plans
Write and follow a financial plan.

From chapter: Part Three: Old Thoughts, pp. 49–237

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