This article is sponsored content produced by JPMorgan Chase & Co. and presented by Montana Free Press. This month, we’re celebrating the many women throughout our history who’ve worked toward achieving success, whether through leadership roles, or within their families and communities. We sat down with Bozeman-based Margaret Madrigal, a Middle Market Banking relationship executive for JPMorganChase Commercial Banking, to learn more about her financial journey. She also shares tips to take charge of your finances and other recommendations to help you achieve success.What has been key to your success throughout your career? The key to my professional success has been a combination of continuous learning, adaptability, and building strong relationships. I’ve always been committed to growing both professionally and personally, staying open to new ideas and embracing change as opportunities for improvement (for example, moving to Montana to help grow my team’s presence here). I have also built a network of supportive colleagues, mentors, and partnerships that has been essential. Collaborations and shared knowledge has been crucial in overcoming challenges and achieving goals. Ultimately staying true to my values, working hard and keeping a long-term perspective have all played an integral role in my success.  What are some tips you can share when it comes to taking charge of your finances?It’s really important to have a clear image of your personal finances. First, take stock and review your spending. List out your bank accounts, investments and property, liabilities and any loans or credit card debts in your name. Then, review your spending habits. Do your debts outweigh your assets? How much are you able to save each month?Once you get a handle on your finances, you can create a plan to work towards your financial goals, whether that’s paying down debt, building an emergency fund, investing in a new home, or taking out a loan to start a business. The important thing is to stay accountable and take control of your finances to help you achieve those goals. Automate payments and savings to help you stick to your savings plan, work with a financial planner or loved one to help you stay motivated and accountable to your goals. Anyone has the power to take control of their finances, and getting organized around where you currently are will help paint a clear path to achieve your financial goals.  As a woman in the finance industry, how have you been able to overcome barriers to finding success?Early on I focused on building my expertise and proving my capabilities, ensuring I was always ready to take on new challenges and deliver results. I also sought mentors and allies, both men and women, who helped guide me and provided valuable insights. What also helped was learning to overcome fear of failure and self-doubt. I learned I needed to take risks and work hard to see them through. It is important to recognize that many industries still face gender related challenges, however, I’ve found that focusing on having strong relationships and supporting others in the field creates a network of empowerment. It’s about staying focused on my goals both personally and professionally, embracing unique perspectives, and using your position to make a positive impact for others entering the field.  How can people get involved to celebrate and support women at work? Although Women have made significant gains toward financial equality, barriers to reducing the wealth gap between men and women still exist. Encouraging financial education for women – whether employees or clients – can help more women reach their financial goals. Consider establishing and supporting affinity groups for women employees at your workplace and find ways to mentor them for future leadership roles. Women looking for support should seek out mentors and affinity groups at their workplaces, and look for programs or initiatives that provide free or low-cost financial education or business coaching. At JPMorganChase, we have the Women on the Move Center of Excellence, which launched in 2018, and focuses on issues of interest and challenges faced by women in the workforce and community. Women on the Move provides thought leadership, information and education, and supports programming that enables women to achieve financial well-being, grow their skills, and advance their careers.For more inspiration, whether it’s to help advance your own career or support women in your field, explore JPMorganChase’s Women on the Move initiative by visiting jpmorganchase.com/impact/people/women-on-the-move. For informational/educational purposes only: Views and strategies described on this article or provided via links may not be appropriate for everyone and are not intended as specific advice/recommendation for any business. Information has been obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but JPMorgan Chase & Co. or its affiliates and/or subsidiaries do not warrant its completeness or accuracy. The material is not intended to provide legal, tax, or financial advice or to indicate the availability or suitability of any JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. product or service. 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