Don Barden

Dr. Don Barden is a senior level behavioral economist and contributor with focus on organizational leadership and growth. He is well known for his work on Wall Street and his ability to consult businesses and governments around the world as they prepare for the times ahead. His recent publication, Here Come the Girls, forecasts women taking over global leadership in the year 2028, and the celebration that will follow.

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Why there’s no better time than now to be a financial advisor
OPINION OCT 14, 2025
Why there’s no better time than now to be a financial advisor

As a tipping point in female leadership approaches, advisors who embody empathy, authenticity, and partnership are poised to help shape a brighter future for the industry.

The training gap: Preparing financial advisors for the female leadership era
OPINION OCT 07, 2025
The training gap: Preparing financial advisors for the female leadership era

While there's no shortage of talent to be tapped, firms must pave the way for their success by investing in essential skills for the future.

The Extinction Event: Why 'Here Come the Girls' signals a turning point for financial advisors
OPINION SEP 30, 2025
The Extinction Event: Why 'Here Come the Girls' signals a turning point for financial advisors

Rather than product pushing and hard selling, the advisors of tomorrow must earn female clients' trust by opening relationships and collaborating to understand their vision.

Selling to the female leader of the future
OPINION SEP 26, 2025
Selling to the female leader of the future

The leadership styles of women executives speak loud volumes about workforce change, as well as what they expect from a financial advisor.

Here come the girls: What today's financial advisor needs to be prepared for the times ahead
OPINION SEP 22, 2025
Here come the girls: What today's financial advisor needs to be prepared for the times ahead

With the case for female leadership in business getting stronger across the board, advisors must seize the opportunity to reframe their relevance and build human-centered practices.