Giving up control of your finances -- voluntarily or otherwise -- can leave you powerless and, in some cases, confined to a cycle of abuse. In this personal talk, accountant Estelle Gibson shares her own story of recovering from financial dependence and provides actionable advice to empower others who desire the freedom that comes with being res...

Managing one’s money is more than a necessary skill for financial success. It is also a source of power. People who are not involved in managing their finances are financially dependent upon whoever does. Financial dependency is a problem whether it is voluntary (like a wealthy athlete who entrusts his money affairs to a financial manager) or in...