Category: Blindness or Low Vision
Welcome to our blindness or low vision category, where everything is created from a blindness perspective. Penny Forward is a nonprofit organization founded and led by blind people, driven by the belief that financial independence is truly for everyone. Here, you’ll find articles, podcast episodes, and workshop recordings—all designed to help both the blind and sighted communities achieve their financial goals. Explore this section to gain insights and practical advice on building financial , regardless of your level of vision.
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Wednesday Workshop: How Can I Afford This?
This week’s workshop was about how we can budget for the SMART goals that we have made. We took a look at changing the way we think of budgeting by going from a full amount, to the yearly, monthly, weekly, and even daily amount, to help us be more comfortable with whichever spending plan works…
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Book Brunch: You Need a Budget Chapter 3 Rule 2
Please note you must be a member of the Penny Forward website/app to have access to this recording. Session 3 This week we went over Chapter 3: Rule 2, embrace Your True Expenses. We shared about items that we are happy or feel needed to budget for like taking into consideration tech repair expenses and…
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Podcast: Penny Forward Moving Forward with Chris Peterson
This week we have Chris Peterson, CEO of Penny Forward, on to discuss our organization’s evolution and future plans. We recount his personal journeys, the unexpected challenges like surprise babies and the COVID-19 pandemic, and how these led to the creation of Penny Forward. Our organization has developed online courses, a mobile app, and received…
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The Power of Pessimism: A Surprising Path to Success
A Message from Penny Forward Founder and CEO, Chris Peterson Hey there goal-setters and dreamers, As we pass by the midpoint of this months fresh starts and ambitious resolutions, I want to throw a curveball your way and introduce you to the unexpected hero of achievement – pessimism. Yes, you heard it right, that seemingly…
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Wednesday Workshop: Smart Goals
Missed the Workshop on SMART Goals? On Jan 17th. We discussed… The art and science of setting SMART goals. We started off with quick introductions and talking about our visions for our lives. Then we discussed SMART goals. Finishing up, we talked about turning our visions into SMART goals. Our monthly and yearly members have…
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Book Brunch: You Need a Budget Chapter 2
Please note you must be a member of the Penny Forward website/app to have access to this recording. Session 1 This week we went over Chapter 2: Rule 1, Give Every Dollar a Job. We made a list of budget line items, and then tried to decide if they were a obligated expense or a…
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Wednesday Workshop: Vision Boarding
Missed the Call? Our paying members have access to the recording. To enjoy this content, simply sign up for a Penny Forward membership. If you’re already a member, just log in using the form below. We’re excited to have you on board!
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Book Brunch: You Need a Budget Chapter 1
Please note you must be a member of the Penny Forward website/app to have access to this recording. Session 1 This week we discussed the Introduction and Chapter 1 Next week we will be discussing Chapter 2 or Rule 1, Give Every Dollar a Job. We have provided the recording for those that may not…
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Podcast: Homebound Horizons, Love Leading the Way with Billy and Nancy Irwin Part 2
As Penny Forward is celebrating the holiday season, we are pulling up from the archive a previously played episode that is not on our current podcast feed, with a newly added transcript. Please note above this point will appear on each Podcast related page. Below this point will be page specific information. Connect with Penny…
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Book Review: The 4-Hour Workweek by Timothy Ferriss
The 4-Hour Workweek: Escape 9-5, Live Anywhere, and Join the New Rich by Timothy Ferriss Reviewers Thoughts ‘The 4-Hour Workweek’ does not set out to wave a banner for the blind or those with disabilities, but it is a gem for shaking up the way we think about work and money. As someone rooting…