I remember when I started my first job out of college. I didn’t know the first thing about what a good benefits package looked like. I definitely didn’t understand the concept of a 401k, let alone how to invest in one. When I received my first benefits package in the mail, I sifted through the...
For those of us living in the USA, today we celebrate Independence Day. We are fortunate to live in a wonderful country that provides freedom and liberty. On a broader scope, we are fortunate to be living in a period of history that provides unmatched opportunity and abundance. How better to celebrate independence than by...
What does financial health mean to me? This is a crucial question anyone should ask themselves on the path to financial freedom. The answer to this question will help establish clarity on goals and milestones along the path. For me, financial health ultimately means using money as a tool to minimize stress and maximize freedom. There...
For quite some time, I’ve been using a simple spreadsheet system to manage my finances across each pay period. I check this sheet multiple times throughout the week to ensure I’m up-to-date regarding what I have available. This helps me to make informed decisions with a clear understanding of my immediate/short-term spending needs. Like most...
Over the last few days, I’ve witnessed multiple conversations on the subject of job dissatisfaction. This isn’t just a small sample size or by chance. For quite some time, the theme of job dissatisfaction has been a steady narrative amongst friends, acquaintances, and strangers I happen to overhear. The truth is, as many as 70%...