Wall Street Journal BESTSELLER

New York Times bestselling author of Rich Bitch and renowned money expert Nicole Lapin makes investing accessible and fun so women can make bank and become Miss Independent.

You've worked hard for your money and now it's time for your money to work for you. You will never earn or budget your way into real wealth. Growing your money significantly doesn't require starting with a lot of money. It requires a little bit of knowledge about taking smart risks and as much time as possible to take advantage of the glorious power of compound interest, which Einstein refers to as the eighth wonder of the world.

From automating your savings to easy, no-stress investing strategies, Nicole will teach you how to take your financial knowledge and portfolio to the next level and start you on your journey to your ultimate destination: true financial independence.

In Miss Independent, you will learn:

• The freedom that wealth affords you, whether it's the ability to leave a crappy job or significant other, go on the vacation of your dreams or otherwise live life on your own terms.
• The best method for establishing your "number"-the amount of wealth you want to accumulate before you retire-and getting it.
• The meaning of the most common investing terms, like stocks and bonds, (and some more exotic ones like REITs or cryptocurrency) and how to make them work to your advantage.
• The ins and outs of big financial decisions and concepts, like taking out a mortgage, owning investment properties, and buying life insurance.

Miss Independent takes the fear out of money management and investing once and for all. Using her own vulnerable stories and her signature conversational style, let Nicole show you all the different ways and paths that you can take to become financially free at last.

About the Author
America's go-to money expert Nicole Lapin is the only finance expert you don't need a dictionary to understand. She got her start in the business world at age eighteen, reporting from the floor of the Chicago Mercantile Exchange for First Business Network. Nicole went on to become the youngest anchor ever at CNN and then to claim the same title at CNBC, where she anchored the only global finance show on the network, Worldwide Exchange, while contributing financial reports to MSNBC and Today. She has served as a business anchor for Bloomberg TV and a special money correspondent for Entertainment Tonight. Nicole is currently the host of the business reality competition show Hatched on CBS and contributes regular financial reports to Good Morning America and The Dr. Oz Show, among others. She also co-hosts a podcast on iHeartradio with the editor-in-chief of Entrepreneur Magazine, Jason Feifer, called Hush Money, which tackles taboo money topics.

Reviews
'At last! A book that's cool enough for my kick-ass daughters, and smart enough for my CEO self!' * Julie Clark, founder of Baby Einstein *
'Lapin is renowned for making finances approachable, and using easy-to-understand language for budget tips.' * Mashable *
'Lapin translates complex financial concepts for Generation Yers' * U.S. News & World Report *
'Lapin's unfiltered, energetic advice speaks to anyone taking aim at their own financial destiny.' * Mike Perlis, CEO of Forbes Media *
'Nicole Lapin is singularly qualified to demystify money for the millennial set...with a no nonsense chic style. She is on a mission to help women get wise with money in Rich Bitch, the no-fuss personal finance guide.' * Elle Magazine *
'Nicole's advice is ON POINT! Her material and delivery is current, real, and entertaining.' * Lavinia Errico, founder of Equinox *
'Taking care of yourself isn't just important for your health--it's crucial to your success in your career. Nicole understands this firsthand, and the steps she lays out the steps will help you become your most heroic self.' * Julia Hartz, co-founder and CEO of Eventbrite *
'The role of women in the workforce is changing, and today women are disrupting the workplace - for the better. Ladies, it's time to disrupt your own industry. Nicole will show you how.' * Sara Blakely, founder and CEO of Spanx *
'Whether you want to branch out with your own startup or get ahead in your current job, Nicole knows just how to develop those skills to get you where you want to be. She's a perfect role model for young women.' * Brit Morin, founder of Brit + Co. *
'Women are underrepresented among entrepreneurs. Nicole is a great guide to help us close that gap.' * Daniel Lubetzky, CEO and founder of KIND Snacks *
'Rich Bitch gives a brash tutorial for women looking to take their share in today's bleak economic climate. Lapin leads the way brilliantly!' * Karen Finerman, CEO of Metropolitan Capital and panelist on CNBC's "Fast Money" *
'A financial diet is like a regular diet: if you allow yourself small indulgences, you won't binge later on. Nicole offers you a plan you can stick to.' * Sanjay Gupta, CNN chief medical correspondent *
'Financial expert Nicole Lapin zeroes in on the easy ways smart women dig themselves out of debt. Trust her: She's been there.' * Glamour Magazine *
'Lapin takes the mystery out of finance. She avoids off-putting conventional terms and empowers women to take control of their financial affairs.' * Success Magazine *
'Nicole enlightens and empowers in the smart signature voice of a truly super woman.' * Liz Dee, CEO of Baleine & Bjorn Capital and co-president of Smarties Candy Company *
'Nicole has done it again! Equal parts vulnerable and smartass Boss Bitch-- just our cup of (organic) tea. Now stop browsing the damn accolades and read the book!' * Zoe Sakoutis and Erica Huss, founders of BluePrint *
'Nicole reminds us that if we try to be all things to all people, we are nothing to no one. The only way to be of value to anyone else is to be value to yourself first. Nicole's simple 12-steps get you a better version of your already fabulous self.' * Jodi Guber Brufsky, founder of Beyond Yoga *
'Nicole shows you that taking care of yourself and finances is not just okay but the only way to succeed.' * Bobbi Brown, founder of Bobbi Brown Cosmetics *
'Punchy look at the mindsets and skills necessary for innovation.... Those looking to spark some creativity will find this worth a look.' * Publishers Weekly *
'Read Nicole's books to help master the degree of life and achieve more success than you ever thought possible.' * Rosie O'Neill, co-founder and CEO Sugarfina *
'Want it all? Who doesn't?! Nicole provides the secret sauce. She is a must read for women looking to thrive in the workforce.' * Barbara Corcoran, founder of The Corcoran Group and investor on "Shark Tank" *
'What I love about Nicole is that you don't need a dictionary to understand her advice. It's crystal clear, straight up and spot-on.' * Alyssa Milano, actress, activist and founder of Touch by Alyssa Milano *
'When someone calls you a 'Rich Bitch,' say 'thank you,'' * Gloria Steinem, women's rights icon *
'I wish I'd had Nicole's books earlier! She makes business and finance feel accessible but does it in a sassy, humorous way.' * Kristi Yamaguchi, Olympic gold medalist *
'Nicole Lapin is someone you'd want to sit down with for a heart-to-heart.' * Real Simple *
'A Financial Guru.' * Forbes Magazine *



Book Information
ISBN 9781400226320
Author Nicole Lapin
Format Hardback
Page Count 288
Imprint HarperCollins Leadership
Publisher HarperCollins Focus
Weight(grams) 521g
Dimensions(mm) 237mm * 160mm * 25mm