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Why the penultimate step is the key to preparation

Vanessa Y. Bucklin, MBA, CLU

Nov 3, 2023

Why the penultimate step is the key to preparation

Whether you are running a marathon, managing a job, building a career or just solving a problem, life’s journey is a series of steps. Bucklin offers a strategy to reframe your thinking and encourage you to not just believe in yourself but courageously take the next step toward your dreams, whatever they may be.

Jennifer A. Borislow, CLU; Vanessa Y. Bucklin, MBA, CLU; Michelle L. Hoesly, CLU, ChFC

Sep 26, 2019

Women in the industry

In this session, learn about work-life integration, the value of person and professional coaching, the value of mentoring and internships, and how to focus on your unique ability.

Vanessa Y. Bucklin, MBA, CLU

Aug 30, 2018

It takes a community: Start a service project in your community

Buckin started her agency in 2013 and within a year had created a kids triathlon to raise money and awareness for a non-profit, No Kid Hungry. Because of this service event, Bucklin was able to apply for grants for No Kid Hungry and make even a bigger impact, as she was awarded donations from Safeco and New York Life in 2016 and an even larger donation from New York Life in 2017. Learn how you can make a difference in your community too.

Vanessa Y. Bucklin, MBA, CLU; Addie Murdock

Apr 22, 20216 min

How we balance work and motherhood

Vanessa Bucklin and Addie Murdock explain how they navigate the work-life balance as busy moms and successful advisors.

Vanessa Y. Bucklin, MBA, CLU; Addie Murdock

Apr 22, 20214 min

How can advisors work across genders?

All advisors must learn how to effectively work with clients of the opposite gender. Vanessa Bucklin and Addie Murdock discuss how male advisors can better relate to female clients.

Regina Bedoya, CLU, ChFC; Vanessa Y. Bucklin, MBA, CLU; Addie Murdock; Juli Y. McNeely, CFP, CLU

Jan 20, 202162 min

How female advisors succeed — and help others do the same

A panel of three MDRT members discuss what it's like to be a female advisor and share their own success stories and how they’ve gained confidence over the years, as well as how to recruit and retain more female advisors into the profession.

Vanessa Y. Bucklin, MBA, CLU; Amanda Cassar, MFP, AFP; Kelly Clements; Susan Catherine Paterson, FChFP

Oct 10, 201960 min

Success strategies of the female advisor

How do you run a business, raise a family and maintain relationships all at the same time? In this panel session, you’ll hear three top performing women in the financial services profession discuss the unique challenges that many female advisors face both inside and outside the office. Learn how to adapt during different stages of your personal and professional lives, while also using leadership skills and relationship tips to your advantage.

Jennifer A. Borislow, CLU; Vanessa Y. Bucklin, MBA, CLU; Michelle L. Hoesly, CLU, ChFC

Aug 13, 201953 min

Women in the industry

In this session, learn about work-life integration, the value of person and professional coaching, the value of mentoring and internships, and how to focus on your unique ability.

Vanessa Y. Bucklin, MBA, CLU; Amanda Cassar, MFP, AFP; Kelly Clements; Susan Catherine Paterson, FChFP

May 16, 201926 min

Success strategies of the female advisor

How do you run a business, raise a family and maintain relationships all at the same time? In this panel session, you’ll hear three top performing women in the financial services profession discuss the unique challenges that many female advisors face both inside and outside the office. Learn how to adapt during different stages of your personal and professional lives, while also using leadership skills and relationship tips to your advantage.