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.

How to Work Fewer Evenings and Weekends in Finance

How to Work Fewer Evenings and Weekends in Finance

How to Work Fewer Evenings and Weekends in FinanceAllison Marie
Published on: 19/07/2026

Discover why you're working so many evenings and weekends in finance - and how to start taking back control without sacrificing your performance.

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Work-Life Balance in Finance: Why Not All Imbalance Is Bad

Work-Life Balance in Finance: Why Not All Imbalance Is Bad

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

Not every busy season or period of imbalance is a problem. Learn to distinguish meaningful, intentional imbalance from patters that are no longer working.

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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

Is work-life balance in finance possible? A former VP of Finance shares a realistic perspective on career success without sacrificing the rest of your life.

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New Year Goal Setting for Busy Finance Professionals (When Q1 is Busy Season)

New Year Goal Setting for Busy Finance Professionals (When Q1 is Busy Season)

New Year Goal Setting for Busy Finance Professionals (When Q1 is Busy Season)Allison Marie
Published on: 02/01/2026

January / February is busy season for many finance professionals. Learn how to set realistic Q1 goals that lower stress, raise options, and still create meaningful progress—without overloading busy weeks.

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