Next Meeting: 7:00 PM, Wednesday, September 11, 2024

An Author’s Journey: Writing, Translating, and Promoting a Memoir
With Misook Yu, CFP

The September 11 SLPA Member Meeting will feature Misook Yu, CFP,^®  the author of Achieving Financial Stability in America and a fee-only fiduciary financial planner who founded Yu Financial Advice to serve the underserved. Yu will share her journey in writing and publishing, and provide retirement planning insights for independent authors.

What: Yu will share her experience in writing and publishing her book, which has been released in both English and Korean. As a successful independent author, she will provide valuable insights into the process of creating and promoting a book in multiple languages.

Why: This event is designed to inspire and guide aspiring and established independent authors. Yu’s unique perspective as an author and financial planner will provide a well-rounded understanding of the challenges and opportunities that independent authors face.

Yu will dedicate a portion of her talk to the importance of retirement planning for independent authors. As a fee-only fiduciary financial planner and founder of Yu Financial Advice, she is passionate about helping those who are traditionally underserved in the financial service industry. Her insights will empower attendees to take control of their financial future while pursuing their writing careers. 

Who: The event is open to all independent authors, aspiring writers, and anyone interested in the world of publishing, whether just starting a writing journey or looking to expand knowledge and networking, this talk will provide valuable information and inspiration. Yu’s diverse background and expertise make her an ideal speaker for this event. Born and raised in South Korea, she came to America for college and later studied finance, graduating summa cum laude from the University of Missouri-St. Louis. Her passion for helping others achieve financial stability led her to establish Yu Financial Advice and write her book, Achieving Financial Stability in America.

For an independent author, the journey from writing to publishing can be both rewarding and challenging. Misook Yu, the author of Achieving Financial Stability in America, has not only navigated this path but has also leveraged her expertise as a fee-only fiduciary financial planner to help others achieve their goals.

Yu’s journey began when she immigrated to the United States from South Korea in 1994 to pursue her college education. Initially studying computer programming, she later discovered a passion for personal finance and returned to school in 2010 to study finance. After graduating summa cum laude from the University of Missouri, St. Louis, and after working for a large investment company, Yu founded Yu Financial Advice in 2015 to serve those who are often underserved by the financial service industry.

Drawing from her own experiences, Yu wrote Achieving Financial Stability in America and published in 2018 in both English and Korean. The book serves as a guide for individuals who may be struggling with financial worries and are unsure of how to improve their financial well-being. By breaking down complex topics into easy-to-understand terms and using her own life as an example, Yu provides readers with a solid foundation for understanding their financial situation and take actionable steps toward improvement. 

As an independent author, Yu understands the challenges that come with writing and publishing a book. From the creative process to the technical aspects of publishing and promotion, the journey can be daunting. It took her three years from the planning until self-publication on Amazon.com. However, her success in releasing her book in multiple languages demonstrates that with dedication and perseverance, independent authors can achieve their goals and reach a wider audience.

In addition to her experience as an author, Yu’s background as a financial planner allows her to provide valuable insights into retirement planning for independent authors. As a fee-only fiduciary, she is committed to acting in her clients’ best interests and helping them make sound financial decisions. For independent authors, who often face unique financial challenges, this expertise can be particularly valuable. Yu emphasizes the importance of understanding the financial aspects of being an independent author, such as managing irregular income, planning for taxes, and saving for retirement. By taking a proactive approach to financial planning, authors can ensure that they are not only pursuing their passion but also securing their financial future.

One key piece of advice Yu offers is to treat writing as a business, even if it is a side venture. This means keeping accurate records of income and expenses, setting aside money for taxes, and investing in retirement accounts such as IRAs or Solo 401(k)s. By taking these steps, independent authors can build a solid financial foundation that allows them to focus on their craft without worrying about financial instability.

Yu’s journey as an author and a financial planner, combined with her commitment to helping others achieve financial stability, makes her an invaluable resource for independent authors. By sharing her experiences and expertise, she empowers authors to take control of their financial future while pursuing their passion for writing.

To learn more about Misook Yu and her work, visit her website:  https://yufinancialadvice.com/. Her book, Achieving Financial Stability in America, is available in print on Amazon and as an e-book on Google Play.

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Our regular Monthly Meeting location
(the second Wednesday of every month)

THE HEIGHTS: Richmond Heights Community Center

Argus Room • 8001 Dale Ave. • Richmond Heights, MO 63117

Doors open at 6:30 PM for networking. Business meeting begins at 7:00 PM and continues till 8:30 PM.

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Our regular Monthly Meeting location 

(the second Wednesday of every month)

Here's a link to Google Maps for location and directions.