Rich is a State of Mind

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The "story" format makes this an engaging read -- not your typical "how-to" financial book.  Turns an otherwise onerous subject (planning and arranging one's financial affairs) into an appealing and understandable activity, using crystal clear, down-to-earth explanations.  Suitable for all, from the "I know nothing's" to the financially "well-educated".  Well done Robert & Michael! 

Mark W. Winter, Family Investment Planning Inc

"Rich is a State of Mind is a well-rounded exegesis of proven financial planning principles that, when applied, will get you a long way to accomplishing your short-, medium- and long-term goals. What makes this book particularly attractive is the way the authors have humanized the material."

Stephen Gadsden, MSN.ca

"While many chapters outline basic financial concepts, from risk management to wills, a considerable amount of space is dedicated to work-life balance, quality of life, and personal motivation issues. It’s these concepts that set the book apart from others in this genre."

Kira Vermond, Advocis.ca

"This book teaches, not preaches, about the beauty of combining dreaming and planning. It teaches about personal evolution, changing life circumstances and the practicality of financial planning. In short, it teaches you how to not just plan your finances; it teaches you to live your life."

Michelle Kowalchuck, HR.com

"This book will succeed in getting younger clients thinking about their financial goals and what they must do to reach them. It also shows how families can have discussions about money with their offspring in a conversational and non-threatening manner. This book would be a must-read for your clients' children as a way to educate them about financial planning and goal setting."

Deanne Gage, Advisor.ca

"If I can learn to understand compound interest, RRSPs, and seeing the parallels between financial planning and a hockey game - another subject I know nothing about - almost any reader can. And probably many potential readers should."

E.E. Cran, Saint John Telegraph-Journal

"An engaging and easy-going look at planning one’s financial future. It combines information, strategy, philosophy and a touch of soul. I highly recommend it."

David B. Posen, M.D. author of Always Change a Losing Game

"The most informative and easy to read financial book since the Wealthy Barber."

Ian Brown, President, Gallivan & Associates

"This has been a wonderful education … a must read for anyone who does not have a sound investment program."

Samy Chong CEO, Corporate Philosopher Inc.
Reviews

Date Publication Reviewer File
February 2004 Morningstar.ca Sheldon Gordon PDF File
December 2003 Canadian Manager Magazine Staff Review PDF File
November 2003 Network Magazine Julie V. Watson PDF File
August 2003 Independently Reviewed Kaite Stuart PDF File
August 2003 Charlottetown Guardian Elizabeth Cran PDF File
July 2003 Saint John Telegraph Journal E.E. Cran PDF File
July 2003 Advisor.ca Deanne Gage PDF File
July 2003 HR.com Michelle Kowalchuk PDF File
June 2003 Advocis.ca Kira Vermond PDF File
May 2003 MSN.ca - Money Stephen Gadsden PDF File
March 2003 Investment Executive George Hartman PDF File
Articles

Date Publication / Title Author File
May 2010 The Windsor Star
Finance pays off for LaSalle native
Ellen van Wageningen PDF File
April 2010 Round The Table Magazine
A Peek Inside Your Client's Mind
Robert Gignac PDF File
November 2007 National Post
Feathering an Empty Nest
Lori Bamber PDF File
February 2007 Metroland News
Cross the Finish Line First
Robert Gignac PDF File
September 2006 Enterprise Magazine
How Bad Do You Want It?
Robert Gignac PDF File
April 2006 Enterprise Magazine
Turning Resolutions Into Goals
Robert Gignac PDF File
May 2005 National Post
Why "Rich" isn't just about Money
William Hanley PDF File
May 2005 Advocis Golden Triangle
What are your clients Goals?
Robert Gignac PDF File
May 2004 Small Business Canada
Selecting a Financial Coach
Robert Gignac PDF File
March 2004 Halifax Herald
Author emphasizes concept of paying yourself first
Joey Fitzgerald PDF File
February 2004 New Hamburg Independent
Taking Inventory
Michael Townshend PDF File
January 2004 New Hamburg Independent
Be SMART about your Finances
Michael Townshend PDF File
January 2004 New Hamburg Independent
Secret to a successful financial future is all in your Mind
Doug Coxson PDF File
September 2003 The Windsor Star Marty Gervais PDF File
September 2003 Small Business Canada:
What is your Goal?
Robert Gignac PDF File
July 2003 The Era Banner Patrick Mangion PDF File
June 2003 The Auroran Christine Woodley PDF File
April 2003 St Clair College - Postscript Steve Crampsie PDF File
March 2003 Small Business Canada:
Selecting a Financial Coach
Robert Gignac PDF File
Interviews

Date Publication Interviewer File
May 2003 Business Info Goldmine Susan Valeri Real Audio File
April 2003 BookBits Radio Craig Rintoul MP3 File
April 2003 Human Resource Professionals of York Region
HRPYR Connections Newsletter
Karen Knowles,
Brenda Leader
and Len Bates
PDF File