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We have always done it this way! - An innovation starting point
"We have always done it this way” is commonly heard in companies with mature processes and seasoned employees. They are so good at what...
Jeff Hulett
May 4, 20251 min read


Innovation interview with Al Monserrat
If you asked 10 people the definition of innovation – you would likely get 10 different answers, with some being wildly different. We...
Jeff Hulett
May 4, 20251 min read


This is Bill and LaTonya – they are in love and want to get married!
What does innovation have to do with a wedding? Quite a bit! While the desire to get married has not changed much – the tools available...
Jeff Hulett
May 4, 20251 min read


Event Planning Innovation: Decision-making approaches and solutions
Choice architecture and behavioral economics help people make great decisions. Wedding and event planning is near the top of the list of...
Jeff Hulett
May 4, 20251 min read


Teaching the Future: Behavioral Personal Finance for a GenAI World
In an era of information overload and artificial intelligence, decision-making is the skill that shapes a lifetime of wealth. As our...
Jeff Hulett
May 1, 20254 min read


Helping Students Choose Wisely—and Elevating Your University in the Process
By Jeff Hulett, President and Founder, Personal Finance Reimagined (PFR) Put yourself in the student’s shoes. They’re 17 or 18 years...
Jeff Hulett
Apr 25, 20253 min read


The Insurance Pricing Game: How I Learned the Hard Way to Shop Smarter
I admit it—I missed something important. I’m frustrated with myself for not seeing it sooner. But if a banker and personal finance professor like me can fall for this, there’s a good chance others are unknowingly in the same situation. So I’m sharing my story. I live in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Like every state, Virginia has a government agency responsible for regulating insurance. In Virginia, it's called the State Corporation Commission’s Bureau of Insurance. Among oth
Jeff Hulett
Apr 20, 202514 min read


From Income to Wealth: The PFR Pathway to a Lifetime of Financial Confidence
At Personal Finance Reimagined (PFR) , we believe wealth is not an accident—it is a process. Our mission is to empower students and...
Jeff Hulett
Apr 15, 20254 min read


How to Listen to PFR Articles While You Drive or Work Out
At Personal Finance Reimagined (PFR), we know your time is your most valuable resource. Whether you're commuting, working out, or simply...
Jeff Hulett
Apr 12, 20251 min read


The Power of Financial Education: How Students Recalibrate Risk Through Structured Learning
Personal finance education is more than theory—it is transformation. At Personal Finance Reimagined (PFR) , we are dedicated to giving students not only financial knowledge but the decision frameworks and behavioral tools that lead to a lifetime of confident wealth-building. One of our foundational tools is the Investment Barbell Strategy (IBS) : a four-quadrant investment model that helps students understand how to manage risk by strategically balancing volatility, diversifi
Jeff Hulett
Apr 12, 20253 min read


From Comfort to Clarity: Why Entrepreneurs Must Think Differently to Succeed
The Investment Paradox Why should you invest in your business? It is a question every entrepreneur eventually faces. Not just whether to...
Jeff Hulett
Apr 10, 20258 min read


When the Market Panics, You Should Celebrate
When markets fall, emotions rise. Investors often panic, pulling their money out of fear rather than strategy. But at Personal Finance...
Jeff Hulett
Apr 10, 20253 min read


Case Study: Quantifying the Impact of Process-Driven Risk Education on Investment Behavior
What Rock Climbing Can Teach Us About Investing Most investors begin their journey with one burning question: How do I get the highest return for my comfort zone? That’s the framing used by popular risk questionnaires—and it is an excellent way to introduce what we call volatility risk, or how much fluctuation in value you can emotionally and financially tolerate. But that’s only part of the picture. At Personal Finance Reimagined (PFR), we teach a deeper approach. Our frame
Jeff Hulett
Apr 8, 202510 min read


How to Tell a Business Story Using the McKinsey Situation-Complication-Resolution (SCR) Framework
SCR helps the writer efficiently organize their thoughts and helps align the readers to a high value conclusion.
Jeff Hulett
Apr 5, 20254 min read


Adapt or Die: What Evolution Can Teach Entrepreneurs About Surviving the Startup Jungle
What do Darwin’s theory of evolution and entrepreneurial strategy have in common? Nearly everything. Both rely on a consistent pattern of...
Jeff Hulett
Mar 28, 202512 min read


Negotiation with Integrity: A Conversation with Edmund Green
In this special Negotiation Month edition of Personal Finance Reimagined , Jeff Hulett sits down with longtime colleague and friend...
Jeff Hulett
Mar 27, 20254 min read


Personal Finance Reimagined: Transforming How You Build Wealth with Smarter Decisions
Welcome to Personal Finance Reimagined , the organization challenging outdated financial education and exploring a better way forward....
Jeff Hulett
Mar 18, 20255 min read


Negotiation is Not a Battle: Why Process, Not Personality, Wins the Deal
Introduction: The Misconception of Negotiation Negotiation is often misunderstood. Many believe it is a high-stakes, high-energy event,...
Jeff Hulett
Mar 13, 20257 min read


Winning the long game: A better way to achieve a lifetime of wealth….
Imagine this: You graduate college with the tools to get rich. Many have the skills, the drive, and the opportunities to build long-term...
Jeff Hulett
Mar 11, 20251 min read


Beyond the Village: How The River Creates Stronger Entrepreneurs and Communities
You could have a great idea—you think you have found a customer niche with great demand. You do some research to confirm that if you can...
Jeff Hulett
Mar 8, 20259 min read
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