Finance professionals working collaboratively and in a balanced and sustainable way

Blog for Finance Professionals on Success, Work & Life

Resources and advice shaped by two decades in finance leadership and the belief that career success should not come at the expense of the rest of your life.

Here, I share practical insights, mindset shifts, and real-world strategies to help ambitious professionals work more intentionally, lead more effectively, and create career success that feels sustainable.

Not All Work-Life Imbalance Is Bad

Not All Work-Life Imbalance Is Bad

Not All Work-Life Imbalance Is BadAllison Marie
Published on: 12/05/2026

Not all work-life imbalance is bad. Learn the difference between meaningful imbalance and the kind t

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Is Work-Life Balance in Finance Even Possible? Realistically

Is Work-Life Balance in Finance Even Possible? Realistically

Is Work-Life Balance in Finance Even Possible? RealisticallyAllison Marie
Published on: 13/04/2026

Work-life balance in finance can feel impossible. Learn a more realistic way to think about balance to succeed at work without sacrificing your life.

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Is Coaching Right for Me? What Coaching Really Looks Like

Is Coaching Right for Me? What Coaching Really Looks Like

Is Coaching Right for Me? What Coaching Really Looks LikeAllison Marie
Published on: 25/02/2026

Wondering, “Is coaching right for me?” Learn what life and leadership coaching actually looks like and how it helps finance professionals move forward

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A Busy Season Survival Kit for Finance Professionals

A Busy Season Survival Kit for Finance Professionals

A Busy Season Survival Kit for Finance ProfessionalsAllison Marie
Published on: 03/02/2026

Busy season doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. Build a simple survival kit to work more intentionally through year-end close, reporting, and audit.

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