In this episode of Graduate Students’ Den, we welcome Sashette McPherson — Financial Analyst at Bowling Green State University, CEO of Power Moves Global, and host of the Power Moves podcast.

A proud BGSU alum with a master’s in Financial Economics, Sashette joins us to reflect on her graduate school journey, the lessons she learned along the way, and how she transitioned from student to financial leader and entrepreneur.

n this conversation, we explore:

• What graduate school taught her about leadership and discipline

• How financial identity shapes decision-making

• The mindset shifts students need to build wealth and confidence

• Practical advice for grad students navigating finances, ambition, and purpose

Whether you’re managing a stipend, building a side business, or trying to redefine your relationship with money, this episode offers clarity, motivation, and real strategy.