4 Ways Women Can Become More Successful Investors

Back in the last century -- which was only 21 years ago -- there were limited opportunities for women to learn about investing in the stock market. Many women who were children in the 1950s and '60s grew up believing that a woman's place was in the home. No financial education was offered in schools, and young girls were thrown into home economics and sewing classes, while boys attended woodworking or electrical classes -- to prepare them for, well, making a living and supporting a family.

But things have changed, thank goodness. Women have claimed full equality, and even though they still earn less per hour than men, they can be seen in high-profile jobs like CEO, financial advisor, and even vice president of the United States.

Unfortunately, things haven't changed much in the financial realm. Considering that 90% of women will have to manage their own assets at some point, it's surprising that they don't feel comfortable when it comes to investing. And only 39% of women feel they have the resources for a 25-year retirement, while the other 60% are worried sick about it.

Source Fool.com