Neale Godfrey is a legendary voice in financial literacy. With 13 Oprah appearances, 28 books (including New York Times #1 bestsellers), and partnerships with everyone from UNICEF to the White House, she’s spent her career helping women and children take control of their financial futures.
In this powerful conversation, Neale opens up about her latest mission: helping women protect themselves emotionally and financially in the event of a "gray divorce"—a growing trend of couples splitting later in life. Her latest book, Get Off Your Assets: A Woman’s Guide to Avoid Getting Screwed in Your Gray Divorce, is part wake-up call, part survival guide.
Whether you're married, single, or somewhere in between, this episode is packed with the real talk every woman needs about money, mindset, and independence.
🔑 Key Takeaways:
The #1 financial mistake women make during divorce (spoiler: keeping the house too long).
Why you must treat divorce like a business transaction—not just an emotional fallout.
What every woman should do today to protect her financial future.
How to talk to your partner about money—before it's too late.
Why “gray divorce” is on the rise, and how to prepare yourself mentally and financially.
How women of every age can start building true financial security—without shame or fear.
📚 About the Guest:
Neale Godfrey is the Executive in Residence at Columbia Business School, a trailblazer in financial literacy, and author of 28 books on personal finance. She’s worked with world leaders, appeared on Oprah 13 times, and is now on a mission to help women avoid financial ruin in divorce. Her latest book is Get Off Your Assets: A Woman’s Guide to Avoid Getting Screwed in Your Gray Divorce.
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