Smith Women
in Finance
Upcoming EventsPreparing Phenomenal Women
Smith Women in Finance (SWIF) is a committee formed by graduate students and alumni of the Smith Master of Finance Program to encourage and empower women in finance. We are a group of students who are committed to helping women better promote themselves and their financial acumen by providing opportunities, insight, resources, and a network for women in finance.
There’s a gap between education and expectation that hinders women from finding their voices. This gap can be bridged through:
- Commitment to continuous growth: Learning from a leader and finding areas of self-improvement through a mentor.
- Freedom of expression: Having confidence and empowerment to express bold ideas.
Vision
Developing efficient and well-rounded female professionals through opportunities that serve as bridges between real-world expectations and education.
Mission
Enhancing leadership and self-development motivations by serving as a platform for freedom of expression through discussions and writing, personality development through mentorship programs, and networking events inspired by female leaders.
Book Recommendations
Sheryl Sandberg
Facebook CEO’s advice on how women can assert themselves at work and at home.
Daniel Kahneman
How human’s struggle with heuristics and decision-making and how to reconcile these strains.
Napoleon Hill
A classic self-help book that holds up to this day. Focuses on personal development and creating actionable plans.
Lois P Frankel
This book explores subconscious biases that may stand in the way of women’s success. It offers practical advice on how to be more assertive and effective.
Robert J. Shiller
An analysis of how human error contributes to volatility in the market.
Edward Chancellor
This book covers the history of financial speculation from the 17th century onwards.
Dambisa Moyo
A politically charged book that brings up failures of liberal democracies and potential remedies.