Georgia High School Grads Are Getting a Life-Changing Gift—Here’s Why It Matters
This year, something powerful is happening in Georgia. High school graduates won’t just walk away with a diploma—they’ll walk away with direction.
Every student will receive The Talk About Money, a real-world financial literacy guide created by Certified Financial Planner and employee benefits adviser Dale Alexander. It’s not just a book—it’s a moment. A turning point. A chance to start adulthood on solid ground.
“This moment in a young adult’s life is literally once in a lifetime.” — Dale Alexander
We couldn’t agree more.
Why This Move Matters
Across the country, states like Florida, Michigan, Tennessee, and now Georgia are stepping up to equip students with real-world money skills. And for good reason:
Most financial planners won’t talk to you until you have money.
But the time to learn is before you do.
That’s where The Talk comes in. It helps students build a foundation before the debt, before the credit cards, and before the mistakes.
It’s about confidence. It’s about dignity. It’s about changing the narrative.
A Simple Formula That Can Change a Life: The 70-20-10 Rule
Here’s one core idea in The Talk that’s already changing how young people view money:
70% for living expenses
20% for saving or investing
10% for giving
Why start with 70%? Because your first paycheck will feel massive. If you spend all of it, that becomes your standard. But if you start by living on less, you build margin. And margin is freedom.
“Whatever you accept as your standard of living becomes your reality,” Dale explains. “You’ll never have this moment again to stop and make 70 your 100.”
Why Giving Comes First
Yes, even when you’re broke.
The Talk teaches that generosity isn’t just a moral choice—it’s a mindset shift. When you give—even a little—your heart expands, your hope grows, and your outlook changes.
“The mind doesn’t allow itself to feel hopeless when it’s giving hope.” — Dale Alexander
This isn’t just about money. It’s about becoming the kind of person who lives with intention and impact.
The Bigger Picture
This isn’t about selling books. This is about rewriting the story for the next generation.
We’re grateful the State of Georgia is doing more than handing out diplomas. They’re handing out tools for life—and The Talk About Money is leading the way.
And if we’re honest?
We all wish this existed when we were graduating.
Want to bring The Talk to your school, district, or graduation class?
Visit thetalkaboutmoney.com and give your students a head start that lasts a lifetime.