Women & Money

Award-winning financial guru Suze Orman has become a household name through her bestselling books, PBS specials, and numerous personal appearances. By addressing the psychological and social issues related to money, Orman takes a different tack from the number-crunchers, offering a more personal roadmap for achieving one's financial goals. Appearing here before a rapt audience at San Francisco's Napa Valley Opera House, Orman begins with her own remarkable rags to riches story before launching into an analysis of the eight qualities of a wealthy woman—harmony, balance, courage, generosity, happiness, cleanliness, beauty, and wisdom—which are about valuing oneself enough to make effective financial decisions. Orman's command of her material and ability to communicate her message is impressive, and the final segment—featuring audience questions—allows Orman to further illustrate key points from her presentation. DVD extras include extended audience Q&A on topics ranging from running a business to investing in mutual funds (Orman likes no-loads). While Orman does not offer specific investment picks, she does give women the necessary tools for taking charge of their finances—a key aspect of their lives. Highly recommended. Aud: C, P. (J. Reed)