5 Myths Surrounding Teaching Others About Money

When you’ve had that lightbulb moment, and once-foreign finance topics start to make sense, do you feel the urge to teach others what you’ve learned about money?

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Today, I’d like to dispel some of the common myths about discussing money with trainees in order to encourage more attending physicians to discuss this important topic, too.

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Here are the 5 Myths Surrounding Teaching Others About Money

Failure can be a great master or a great teacher; it is up to us to choose which it will be.

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Aim to teach only the basics, and refer your learners to others when needed. They will appreciate both your honesty and your humility.

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Myth #3) It’s Not My Job

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Myth #4: That’s What a Financial Advisor is For!

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Myth #5: Residents Don’t Want to Learn Personal Finance

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