Mary Bell Carlson
Financial Behavior Storyteller
Ph.D., CFP®, AFC®
Washington, D.C.
Mary Bell Carlson
Financial Behavior Storyteller
Ph.D., CFP®, AFC®
Washington, D.C.
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The Psychology of Money: Understanding a Client’s Financial Decisions (CFP & AFC CEU Eligible)
Recognition of the impact of psychology on financial decisions is ever increasing, as is evidenced by the Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) Board’s recent decision to include components of psychology in the updated CFP® examination. This webinar will focus on the impact of psychology on clients’ financial decisions, with an emphasis on communication essentials that can be applied directly in practice.
Applied Behavioral Finance: How to Integrate Behavioral Finance in your Financial Planning Practice (CFP & AFC CEU Eligible)
Many advisors have heard of behavioral finance, but don’t know how to apply these concepts to your business? How can it help your bottom line? Dr. Carlson will teach behavioral finance in a way that can be applied to any practice, large or small. You will learn how small changes can lead to positive effects with your clients. From this course, you will be able to implement behavioral finance applications directly into your current business practices.
Women Making Change: How The Transfer of Wealth Will Impact Financial Planning (CFP & AFC CEU Pending)
According to McKinsey & Co., a wealth transfer from men to women will occur over the next decade. This transfer of wealth is a shift of 30 trillion dollars, and most women (70%) will fire their financial advisors when their spouse dies. So what does all of this mean for financial advisors? This presentation will teach advisors how to gain and retain female clients using proven communication and psychological strategies.
The Relational Side of Money: Where Love and Money Intersect (CFP & AFC CEU Pending)
Did you know that the number one predictor of divorce is money fights? An American Psychological Association survey™ shows that over 70 percent of adults reported feeling stressed about money and over 20 percent experienced extreme financial stress. This class is focused on the psychology of money. It’s more than just telling a client what they should do with their money and instead focuses on the communication and relationships of both the clients and the advisor. This class will give you insight into a familiar topic in a whole new light.
Cash Flow Technology Solutions for Financial Professionals (AFC CEU Eligible)
Regarding cash flow, most technology focuses on the end-user and omits the financial coach or counselor. This leaves financial professionals creating their own solutions to navigate cash flow conversations. In this presentation, I’ll review the top technology solutions for financial professionals that focus on cash flow. I’ll showcase the top technology tools that can create value-add conversations with clients, enhance client relationships, and ultimately empower families and individuals to make the best spending decisions for their situation.
Testimonials

As a speaker, Mary engages her audience with a unique combination of intellect, field knowledge, and approachability.
Rachel DeLeon
AFCPE Interim President

Mary is particularly skilled in fostering and facilitating dynamic discussions on difficult topics and bringing her audience to a consensus. Her speaking strategies are successful and of great benefit to her audiences.
Beth (Mary E) Riffle
Military Advocate & Spouse
Testimonials

As a speaker, Mary engages her audience with a unique combination of intellect, field knowledge, and approachability.
Rachel DeLeon
AFCPE Interim President

Mary is particularly skilled in fostering and facilitating dynamic discussions on difficult topics and bringing her audience to a consensus. Her speaking strategies are successful and of great benefit to her audiences.
Beth (Mary E) Riffle
Military Advocate & Spouse
Books by Mary Carlson

Anchors, Ostriches, and a Hot Pair of Scissors: Navigating Human Behavior as a Financial Professional
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