191 Shaquana Watson-Harkness Founder of Dollars Make Cents Empowers Professional Millennial Women To Become Financially Independent

<p>Shaquana Watson-Harkness is a personal finance and wealth literacy expert with 16 years of experience in the Financial Services industry. Her goal is to help professional millennial women achieve financial independence by shifting their mindset towards wealth building, she's also a financial coach.</p><p>Shaquana shares with listeners the genesis for her becoming a part of the financial services industry, and what and who inspired you to delve into this important industry.</p><p>Make no mistake about it Shaquana enjoyed traveling and living la vida loca all over the world and at one point she was in debt upwards of $169,000 dollars. She shares what her unique experience was like and how long it took her to pay off over six figures in debt and by the way she was laid off of work as her financial life challenge was taking place.</p><p>Shaquana has moved progressively up the financial services industry ladder working for some of the best banks, financial services companies, and investment firms, she shares how having Series 63 and Series 65 certifications and registrations makes a difference from an expertise and credibility standpoint. She shares the importance of being in the portfolio management space as an African American women financial advisor working to help professional millennial women achieve their financial goals.</p><p>During my research I discovered that the struggle was real for Sequana, accruing debt was quite the challenge for her. some time in your life, what was the signature moment when you were sick and tired of being sick and tired of the debt roller coaster?.</p><p>One of the things I admire about Shaquana Watson-Harkness is her resilience and ability to overcome life challenges and today she teaches people how to build wealth without sacrificing their lifestyle. She was able to pay off her debts and build wealth along her journey and she helps others do the same.</p><p>Shaquana agrees the pandemic took a toll on families and businesses, she shares her expertise as to what she sees on the h