Jill Schlesinger, CFP®, is the Emmy-nominated and Gracie Award Winning Business Analyst for CBS News. Jill appears on CBS radio and television stations nationwide covering the economy, markets, investing and anything else with a dollar sign. She translates complicated business and economic news into understandable, relatable topics for everyday viewers and listeners. She is a weekly guest on NPR’s “Here and Now” and writes the nationally syndicated column “Jill on Money” for Tribune Media Services. Jill’s first book, The Dumb Things Smart People Do With Their Money: Thirteen Ways to Right Your Financial Wrongs, was published in February 2019 by Ballantine Books.
Jill won a 2018 Personal Finance Reporting Award from the Radio Television Digital News Association (RTDNA)/National Endowment for Financial Education (NEFE) and was the recipient of the 2018 National Association of Personal Financial Advisors (NAPFA), Special Achievement Award, presented for significant contribution to Fee-Only financial planning and helping to educate consumers on the importance of having a comprehensive financial plan.
Jill is the host of the “Jill on Money” podcast and of the nationally syndicated radio show, “Jill on Money,” which won the 2018 Gracie Award for Best National Talk Show. She was named one of the Top 10 LinkedIn Influencers of 2015 and Top 10 LinkedIn Voices of 2016. Jill is a frequent speaker on a variety of topics, including macroeconomic, market and demographic trends; workplace issues for women and LGBT employees in financial services; and how to create authentic branding.
Prior to her current role, Jill was Editor-at-Large for CBS MoneyWatch.com, where she was responsible for video and written content and was part of the team that launched the site.
Jill spent 14 years as the co-owner of and Chief Investment Officer for an independent investment advisory firm. She began her career as a self-employed options trader on the Commodities Exchange of New York, following her graduation from Brown University. Jill serves on the board of StoryCorps, a nonprofit organization dedicated to recording, sharing and preserving the stories of our lives.
How to Pay for My Doctorate?
Key Money Habits to Teach Your Kids
With school back in session, we're here with some advice on how to create strong financial foundations and habits for your kids.
"Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com.
Disliking My Business “Partners” Uncle Gavin and Uncle Don
I'm 66 and still working but starting feel bummed out at the tax bills we will face due to the large pre-tax dollars we have accumulated.
"Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com.
Do I Need to Go Back to Work Full-Time?
I was recently part of a layoff and now I'm wondering if I need to go back to work full-time or will a part-time gig be enough?
"Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com.
Being Advised to Buy Long-Term Care Insurance
Our financial advisor is advising us to buy long-term care insurance but we're wondering if we'd be better off investing the money instead?
"Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com.
Do I Have Too Many Funds?
I am considering changing advisors but not sure what questions to ask of my current advisor regarding the large number of funds he has us in.
"Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com.
AI and Your Money
Should you let artificial intelligence manage your money? While AI might be able to help you come up with a budget, experts say there are risks.
"Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com.
Impending Unexpected Surgery
With an unexpected surgery on the horizon, how should I be preparing for the worst case scenario?
"Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com.
Giving Myself Permission to Spend
With plenty of assets at my disposal, I still can't seem to give myself permission to spend.
"Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com.
Happy Retirement to Our Auto Guru!
After 34 years with Consumer Reports, Mike Quincy is calling it a career, and on this Labor Day holiday, he joins us for his final appearance as the automotive writer at CR.
"Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com.