David’s post “Why You Should Work Multiple Jobs,” really got me thinking. Much of the advice in that post sounded like lessons I’ve heard since I was little. Many of my family members have worked multiple jobs (or at least a part-time job … [Read more...]
Money Mentors: Teacher and Entrepreneur Tom Morris on Working Multiple Jobs, Taking Risks
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Invest In Yourself
April 12, 2011 by
Have you invested recently…in yourself? If so, leave a comment describing how you invested in yourself, how much it cost, and what you think you’ll get out of it. (Share how you've invested in yourself here ») WHY I ASK This week … [Read more...]
Better
February 9, 2011 by
What do you want to do better? Why? What's stopping you? Most of us want to get better at something, probably many things. Just look at all the financial goals we have. So today, I'm going to give you four things you can do---actionable … [Read more...]
Five Easy Ways You Can Earn More Money in the New Year
December 28, 2010 by
This guest post is from Kimberly Palmer, author of the new book Generation Earn: The Young Professional’s Guide to Spending, Investing, and Giving Back. She’s also the personal finance columnist at US News & World Report. Looking for some … [Read more...]
Meet Your Financial Objectives: Goals vs. Restrictions
July 13, 2010 by
I have this coffee habit. I love the stuff. I love that caffeine rush I get in the morning from a steaming cup of joe. I’ve gone on and off caffeine so many times in my adult life, I’ve lost count. Sure, caffeine isn’t great for you, … [Read more...]
The Power Of Asking
June 14, 2010 by
As we grow out of our teenage years, we often become more confident and sure of ourselves. Personally, I have found that I’ve become more confident and less afraid to speak my mind and ask for what I want. Nowadays, if I want something, … [Read more...]
Beware Time Suck
April 20, 2010 by
Every day, I have a plan to come home from work and get in two or three solid hours studying for my CPA exam. I always leave work with good intentions. I tell myself that I will head straight home, fire up my laptop, avoid any unnecessary internet … [Read more...]
Find Your Financial Balance
April 7, 2010 by
In debt? Why not head out and get a loan for the trendiest, most expensive car you can find. Never mind the interest rate. As long as you can get approved! And don’t worry about getting the car insured either, because the chance you’ll get into a … [Read more...]
The Investing Lesson Todd Taught Me
April 2, 2010 by
As a boy, I spent a lot of time annoying our next-door neighbor, Todd, a successful work-at-home plastics executive. In exchange, he taught me curse words, how to play poker, and one very smart habit. Todd read a Boston Globe every morning in a … [Read more...]
The Principle That Can Make You Rich or Keep You Broke
March 26, 2010 by
Imagine you’re in the final stretch of a grueling race, vying for first with a small pack of determined opponents. As adrenaline and your desire to win pushes you forward, one by one, you pass your competitors. Finally, with the finish line in … [Read more...]
