Stocks for Women

A Beginner’s Guide to Building Wealth and Achieving Financial Independence

Non-Fiction - Business/Finance
218 Pages
Reviewed on 03/03/2025
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Reviewed by C.R. Hurst for Readers' Favorite

Stocks for Women: A Beginner’s Guide to Building Wealth and Achieving Financial Independence by Liliya Rose Strong presents an outstanding argument for women seeking financial freedom through investment and detailed and practical advice on achieving such freedom. With the combination of her personal experiences, relevant statistics, and comparative data charts, Strong offers helpful advice for women who are beginners in investment strategies such as Roth IRAs, as well as more advanced methods for those readers who are willing to pursue riskier methods such as individual stocks to build wealth. Through her honest assessment of what prevents women from investing, her relatable sense of humor, and her understandable explanations of tactical investments, the author makes it clear that women can invest as wisely and as successfully as men.

What I liked the most about Stocks for Women was the empathetic tone achieved by Liliya Rose Strong. She realizes how tentative many women are with financial decisions and presents historical factors that explain why we avoid investment: we are simply not taught how to handle money. Instead, we allow men to shoulder that responsibility. I also appreciated Strong’s degree of professionalism in the writing of this book. She collaborated with Grace Waite, knowing that as a non-native speaker, she might not have the proficiency in the English language necessary to write Stocks for Women without an editor’s help. I also was impressed by what she did not do. Strong never tries to sell the reader anything more than her considerable expertise in investment strategy – a welcome change from the hard-sell tactics of so many self-help books that I have read. I highly recommend this book to women who want to pursue independence through investment.

Carol Thompson

Stocks for Women by Liliya Rose Strong is an empowering guide for women new to the investing world. Strong passionately demystifies the stock market, aiming to bridge the gender gap in financial independence through wise investing. The book is structured as a step-by-step guide, making it accessible even for those without prior knowledge of the stock market. Strong begins by addressing many women’s common fears and misconceptions about investing, such as the fear of losing money or the notion that investing is too complex. She counters these fears with personal anecdotes and examples that illustrate the potential financial gains of wise investing.

The book offers clear and concise explanations of financial concepts. Liliya Rose Strong uses everyday language to explain market fundamentals, from what stocks are to how to analyze market trends. She also emphasizes the importance of financial independence and urges women to take control of their financial destinies. Strong encourages women to educate themselves and start small, reinforcing that one does not need to be wealthy to begin investing. Her practical approach offers strategies like “dollar-cost averaging” and advice on choosing the right investment platforms. The book is interspersed with motivational quotes and stories of successful women investors, which inspire and prove that success in the stock market is attainable. Stocks for Women is an essential read for any woman looking to understand and navigate the stock market. Liliya Rose Strong has created an informative and inspiring resource, making the case that financial knowledge is crucial for independence and empowerment.

Diana Lopez

For many women, investing can seem challenging because of stereotypes and personal fears. However, technology and access to information have made it easier. Liliya Rose Strong, with editor Grace Waite, presents a guide to developing an investment strategy. First, she encourages us to overcome fears and demonstrates that investing is accessible to everyone. Next, she explains how the stock market works and how to create an effective strategy. She also discusses risk management, investment options, and the importance of diversification. In addition, she offers advice on what to look for and what to avoid before investing. Her examples of great companies and personal experiences make the information practical and useful. Stocks for Women will give you the tools to invest with confidence for the first time.

Liliya Rose Strong's wonderful guide is written in a direct and easy-to-follow style. I liked the level of detail in the information because everything is verifiable and well-sourced. From the beginning, we are introduced to new terms, and Strong encourages us to face them without fear. Thanks to her anecdotes, the explanations are clear, which makes them ideal for beginners. Her way of expressing herself reflects a great understanding, which I love because it inspires confidence. There is a genuine desire to share and help. She not only talks about her achievements but also about her failures, from which she draws valuable lessons. In addition, she shares resources for finding and analyzing up-to-date information, as well as tips for saving at home and investing with little. Stocks for Women will help you build a better future for yourself and your family.