Consumerism is the equating of personal happiness with the buying and consuming of material things. Many of us are surrounded by messages encouraging us to have an insatiable appetite for stuff and to indulge the desire for immediate gratification. I want it, I deserve it, and I will buy it right now. That is consumerism.
Join us and find out how to take back your power as a consumer. We will discuss:
- The Power of Advertising
- What's Creating Your Desire to Buy
- Consumer Rights & Responsibilities
- Impulse Buying
- Adopt the 7-Step Model and Take Control of Your Money
Presented by Joanne Monteiro. Joanne is enthusiastic and passionate about teaching and financial literacy in particular. She holds a MBA in finance and a diploma in teaching and has worked in the corporate world before venturing into educational services specializing in ESL training.
Presented in partnership with Family Services of Greater Vancouver
Registration required. Register online or call 604-984-0286, ext. 8144.
This meeting will take place on Zoom. What you’ll need: A computer with microphone (or headphones) and webcam for Zoom; or your smartphone/tablet. We will email you the Zoom link in advance of the event.
Location:
Zoom 1
Time:
Thursday, November 18, 2021 - 2:00pm to 3:30pm
Audience:
- Adults
