The latest from Lorraine Ranalli

Sep 27, 2018 - by Lorraine Ranalli, Credit Union Network for Financial Literacy

How can we knock your socks off?

There is no shortage of studies and articles pointing to the need to boost financial literacy among U.S. citizens. Pardon any unintended bias, but quick research seems to show ...

Aug 22, 2018 - by Lorraine Ranalli, Credit Union Network for Financial Literacy

The dream job that began as an internship

With an aptitude for mathematics, Zak Tobias had always thought he would one day work with numbers but as a young boy, he may not have fully understood how. Fortunately ...

Jul 26, 2018 - by Lorraine Ranalli, Credit Union Network for Financial Literacy

12 leadership tips I learned from a sport I never played

When a colleague sang the praises of Jay Wright’s book, Attitude, I was mildly interested because I typically devour business books. I wasn’t sure, however, if ...

Jun 27, 2018 - by Lorraine Ranalli, Credit Union Network for Financial Literacy

Don’t let Microsoft co-opt your presentation

At a restaurant, do you ask for a cola or a Coke? After showering, do you reach for a cotton swab or a Q-tip*? When you tell someone to look ...

May 24, 2018 - by Lorraine Ranalli, Credit Union Network for Financial Literacy

3 listening styles that make you a respected leader

When done well, the ability to listen and ask questions is powerful. The former precipitates the latter, which makes listening the most important strategy in our communication toolbox. We may ...

Apr 26, 2018 - by Lorraine Ranalli, Credit Union Network for Financial Literacy

The ripple effect of education and outreach

It’s no coincidence the annual Partners in Education Celebration takes place in the middle of National Financial Literacy Month, and it’s no surprise that the Philadelphia region’s ...

Mar 23, 2018 - by Lorraine Ranalli, Credit Union Network for Financial Literacy

Happiness can lead to financial freedom

The United States is among 31 countries examined in a recent Cambridge University study that finds an alarming number of adults are deficient in basic financial skills. According to a ...

Feb 22, 2018 - by Lorraine Ranalli, Credit Union Network for Financial Literacy

A financial literacy legacy

John D. Unangst, President & CEO of Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union (FMFCU) and conceptualist of The Berenstain Bears Financial Literacy Program is fondly remembered as a visionary leader. John’...