What people say about their color
Dean: Green
Work
Negotiator at Target for toys and sporting goods
Last major purchase
International plan tickets
Recent splurge
I'm going on a two-month backpack trip to S.E. Asia.
Current investments
I max my 401(k) and have mutual funds and a savings account.
Color characteristic
Like "greens," I'm into process. I'm a best methods person.
Key learning at Money Color event
I learned about a Roth IRA. I'm going to open one.
Allison: Yellow
Work
Speech language pathologist
Last major purchase
Mountain bike
Recent splurge
I bought a suit for an interview, and got the job.
Current investments
I have a Roth IRA and, at my new job, a 401(k)
Color characteristic
Like "yellows," I have a lot going on, and a lot not finished. I delegate my finances to my husband.
Key learning at Money Color event
As a yellow, I tend to not want to be responsible around money. That's true. Knowing this, I can change my ways.
Brett: Blue
Work
Finishing my degree in design management. Part-time waiter.
Last major purchase
iPhone
Recent splurge
That iPhone
Current investments
My wife and I have a savings account.
Color characteristic
As a "blue," I am self-motivated and like to be in control of my finances.
Key learning at Money Color event
It's possible for a young person to have investment options.
Dena: Red
Work
Selling to pharmaceutical and consumer product companies
Last major purchase
Used 2001 Chevy Prism
Recent splurge
Treating friends to dinner (plus, I made sure I had a new outfit to wear)
Current investments
I'm doing a better job of saving money by going out only one weekend night a week.
Color characteristic
I'm definitely a red. I'm an emotional spender. I spend to please others.
Key learning at Money Color event
If I tell people I'm a "red," they can help encourage me to save instead of spend.
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