Books Archives - Catherine Hughes

January 28, 2025January 28, 2025

Book Review: The New Rules of Investing: Essential Wealth Strategies for Turbulent Times

Book cover for The New Rules of Investing

Book Review: The New Rules of Investing: Essential Wealth Strategies for Turbulent Times

By Mark Haefele and Richard C. Morais

In The New Rules of Investing: Essential Wealth Strategies for Turbulent Times Mark Haefele, the chief investment officer of UBS, offers invaluable insights on navigating today’s unpredictable financial landscape. I have several takeaways from the book.

This book introduces a practical strategy of dividing assets into ‘buckets’ for living, future needs, and prosperity. This approach allows investors to tailor their strategies based on their specific financial goals and risk tolerance, making it a versatile and effective tool in wealth management. Continue reading “Book Review: The New Rules of Investing: Essential Wealth Strategies for Turbulent Times”

January 6, 2025January 6, 2025

Book Review: With This Ring by Amy Clipston

Book Review: With This Ring by Amy Clipston

Amy Clipston delivers a heartwarming romance in With This Ring, a story of second chances, forgiveness, and love’s messy yet fun journey. The novel, set in a small town, follows high school sweethearts Dakota and Hudson. They are unexpectedly reunited years after their broken engagement.

The reunion happens when Hudson’s sister, Layla, becomes engaged to a man she has only recently met. Concerned that Layla is rushing into something, Hudson feels he must head home to stop her wedding. In the meantime, Layla’s search for a wedding dress leads her to Dakota’s bridal shop, setting the stage for Hudson and Dakota to come face-to-face with their unresolved past. Neither has seriously dated since their engagement ended, and their lingering feelings quickly rise to the surface.

What makes With This Ring stand out is its dual focus: Will Dakota and Hudson rekindle their love despite the hurt and misunderstandings that drove them apart? Will Layla’s whirlwind romance find the stability and foundation it needs? The story is one of love, stubbornness, poor communication, and family. Dakota and Hudson, with their relatable flaws, make their journey all the more engaging. (Even if I sometimes wanted to shake some sense into them.)

If you enjoy stories of second chances with characters who feel real, With This Ring is a quick and fun read that will keep you entertained.

The book published on January 14, 2025. I was provided an advanced copy to read beforehand publication and provide a review.

December 31, 2024

The Energy of Money: Lessons from “Rich as F*ck: More Money Than I Know What to Do With” by Amanda Frances

The Energy of Money: Lessons from “Rich as F*ck: More Money Than I Know What to Do With” by Amanda Frances

As a woman in my mid-50s, I’ve spent a lot of time thinking about money: how to earn it, save it, and make it stretch. But what I hadn’t spent much time on until recently was the energy of money. Reading “Rich as F*ck: More Money Than I Know What to Do With” opened my eyes to a new way of looking at wealth—and it’s a perspective that has profoundly changed how I approach my relationship with money.

Here are three transformative takeaways from the book, filtered through my lens as a woman with a lifetime of experiences around money, scarcity, and worthiness. Continue reading “The Energy of Money: Lessons from “Rich as F*ck: More Money Than I Know What to Do With” by Amanda Frances”

December 30, 2023January 5, 2025

Practising Productivity Planner Review

“Practising Productivity” is a compelling guide for anyone looking to align their goals with their core values. This book is quick; I read it in a couple of hours, yet it’s packed with insightful strategies and practical advice. It guides the reader through the essential steps of setting meaningful goals that resonate with one’s personal and professional life.

Moreover, using the planner will provide a clear roadmap for planning these goals and the specific tasks required to achieve them. The book’s strength lies in its simplicity, making it an ideal read for beginners and seasoned productivity enthusiasts. Whether you’re looking to refine your daily routine or overhaul your life’s direction, “Practising Productivity” offers the tools to make it happen.

You can purchase the book at your favorite book store or at Amazon.