Amanda Lang, bestselling author and award-winning journalist, has built a career on her keen understanding of the world of finance and the role of money in our lives. As the former senior business correspondent for CBC News and current anchor for BNN Bloomberg, she has witnessed firsthand the impact of economic decisions on individuals and their communities. In her book “The Beauty of Discomfort”, Lang delves into the psychology behind our financial decisions and how our attitudes towards money can shape our lives.
For Lang, one of the key lessons she has learned is the importance of truly understanding money. It’s not just about making the most profitable investments or saving the most amount of money, but rather understanding the deeper motivations and emotions that drive our financial decisions. Whether it’s the fear of failure or the desire for security, these underlying factors can impact our relationship with money and ultimately, our overall well-being.
In her writing and speaking engagements, Lang emphasizes the need for financial literacy and education at all levels, from individuals to corporations and governments. She believes that by understanding the complexities of money and the economy, we can make more informed decisions that benefit ourselves and society as a whole. By gaining this knowledge, we can also better navigate the ever-changing financial landscape and protect ourselves from potential pitfalls and scams.
Amanda Lang’s insights on money go beyond the numbers and charts, challenging