Steve Lear

So many people say they never had any personal finance courses in school. How do you close that educational gap? Meet Chelle Gonzo, founder of Money Nudges.

We analyzed comments made by our recent money survey participants. Here’s what their answers revealed.

Discover how Minnesota students are making a positive difference in their communities. 

Time is a precious resource. Learn how to make it work best for you.

Kim wraps up the wild ride that was 2025.Kim helps us understand our rapidly changing world by analyzing data, trends, and predictions that impact us. 

We recently asked people to share their opinions on the top purposes of money. The results are in!

Steve Lear and Paul Odegaard (Philanthropic Advisor at the Minneapolis Foundation) spoke on generosity at a Ham & Eggs Club breakfast on December 17th at Edina Country Club. They were welcomed to the event by Barry Kelner, Senior Trust Advisor at First Bank & Trust in Edina.

Congratulations on completing the journey! Now discover how to transform your experiences into lessons for the future.

In this season of giving, we’re highlighting a legacy-planning tool that helps you impact the world you’ll leave behind.

Your action plan begins! Get tips to keep your team engaged on the road to reaching your goal.

Erin Werde shares real results from a client’s experience with Kolbe Wisdom.

Don’t let setbacks derail your decision-making journey! Learn how to bypass obstacles with strategies to keep you on course.

What can we do to give students the tools they need to become capable, successful adults? Steve Lear invited Joe Nathan to share his thoughts in the following conversation.

Your company’s success depends upon getting the right people in the right seats. Learn how to retain top talent using the Kolbe system.

Chapter Seven finds you ready to begin your decision-making TRIP — your participants are in place, the goals are established, and a timetable is set. Read The Entrance Ramp to discover two more ways to ensure a smooth journey.