Financial Independence, Freedom in 50s
Does Adversity make us Stronger? Here’s my Story
Here’s my story of adversity. Many thanks to Fred at MoneyWithAPurpose for giving me this opportunity. Enjoy the read!
November 12, 2018-
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Financial Independence, Freedom in 50s5 Tips on Making a Powerful 90-Second Pitch
How do you pitch your business idea in 90 seconds? Try these five tips and you’ll deliver your pitch with confidence and style.
November 6, 2018 -
Financial Independence, Freedom in 50sHalloween Nightmare for Women: Turning into a “Bag Lady”
The last few months I’ve been struck by the number of women friends who have expressed profound fears of…
October 30, 2018 -
Financial Independence, Freedom in 50sSix Months post-Fired Report: It’s a Tough Go
I can hardly believe it! Six months ago I was fired after a successful 16+ year career. Time has…
October 9, 2018 -
Financial Independence, Freedom in 50sWhy Suze Orman can Kiss my Ass!
“If you only have a few hundred thousand, or a million, or two million dollars, I’m here to tell…
October 2, 2018 -
Financial Independence, Freedom in 50sThe Unvarnished Story Behind my Early Exit from the Workplace
It’s time to tell my story. Here’s why I got fired from the workplace!
September 9, 2018 -
Financial Independence, Freedom in 50sIt’s Freak Out Time! Late Night Ramblings from the Ledge
What happens when you’re feeling overwhelmed? Try applying the concepts of Time, Excellence, and Money before jumping off the ledge. Stay calm and carry on!
September 1, 2018 -
Budgeting, Creating Income, Financial IndependenceHow to Save $1,000 in 28 Days
Save $1,000 in 28 days with ten simple strategies and a free downloadable calendar. You can do this!
August 20, 2018 -
Financial Independence, Freedom in 50s, Healthy LifestyleCelebrating Four Months of Freedom
It’s been four months since I was fired. This last month I discovered the joys of a flexible schedule and got myself back on the health track.
August 14, 2018 -
Financial IndependenceIs a PhD a Good Investment?
Read my guest post – The PhD’s Guide to Creating a Profitable Career – and learn how to make that prestigious degree pay off.
August 10, 2018 -
Financial IndependenceYour NFL Playbook on Smart Money Moves
The NFL playbook offers some fun analogies for personal finances. Just remember to have fun in the cheap seats! #NFL
July 27, 2018 -
Financial Independence, Freedom in 50s, Happiness6 Personal Finance Lessons from Mr. Rogers
Mr. Rogers’ lifelong goal was to spread kindness. So what could he possibly contribute to the world of personal finance? It turns out that Mr. Rogers’ advice might just be the key to adopting a more simple and honest lifestyle.
July 23, 2018 -
Financial Independence, Freedom in 50s, Happiness, Uncategorized3 Months Post-Fired: Can’t Stop the Happiness!
Three months after being fired, I’ve experienced a new “high.” Not only has my net worth increased, I’ve created a new business that I am passionate about and have experienced unprecedented levels of freedom and happiness.
July 14, 2018 -
Financial Independence, Freedom in 50s, Happiness, Healthy LifestyleThe Secret Relationship Between Time and Happiness
Time management tools, the science of timing, and understanding the tradeoff between time and money can lead to real happiness.
June 30, 2018 -
Financial Independence, Freedom in 50s, Happiness5 Things I Didn’t Expect after Being Fired
Being fired isn’t so horrible if you’ve reached a stage of financial security. But 5 things in particular have surprised me.
June 23, 2018 -
Financial Independence, Freedom in 50sTop 10 Signs of a Toxic Work Environment
Do you know the signs of a toxic work environment? Ironically, that toxicity has prompted some people to save as much money as fast as they can to escape the workplace.
June 7, 2018 -
Community, Financial Independence, Freedom in 50s, Healthy TravelFrom Semi-Retired to Entrepreneur…and Blogging from the Islands
What’s so great about blogging? You can do it from anywhere! This week I am enjoying quality island time with my sisters and feeling great about my transition from semi-retired to entrepreneur.
May 24, 2018 -
Financial Independence, Freedom in 50s, HappinessHello, this is the Universe Speaking…Take a Chance!
How do you deal with big changes in your life? You can learn a lot from the Change Cycle. And stop and listen to the Universe…it might have the answers you’ve been seeking!
May 15, 2018 -
Financial Independence, Freedom in 50sFired in my Fifties: The 3 Best and Worst Moves that Determined my Fate
Will you be financially secure if you are fired in your 50s? In hindsight, I made 3 terrific moves that put me on solid financial ground, but I also made some bad moves that I wish I could do over.
May 10, 2018 -
Financial Independence, Freedom in 50s, Money RoundupMoney Roundup for April 2018
Here’s my first money roundup, describing my efforts to create income and minimize expenses to make my money last. Let’s see how this turns out!
May 2, 2018 -
Financial Independence, Freedom in 50sDreaming and Scheming as the New Reality Sets In
The second week of my new semi-retired life was crazily busy! I’m excited about the opportunities that lie ahead and can’t wait to create my future.
April 25, 2018 -
Financial Independence, Freedom in 50s, Healthy LifestyleSmiling on a Monday Morning: A Recap of Week 1 of Semi-Retirement
What happens after your career comes to a crushing end? Expect week one to be a tumultuous ride on the emotional rollercoaster.
April 18, 2018 -
Financial Independence, Freedom in 50s, Happiness, Healthy LifestyleSurprise! Early Retirement is Here…Kinda…Sorta
What happens when you lose your job in your 50s? If you’ve prepared well, you can enter the world of S-FIRE (Semi-Financially Independent and Retired Early).
April 14, 2018 -
Budgeting, Financial IndependenceBook Review: Meet the Frugalwoods
Meet the Frugalwoods is a memoir by Elizabeth Willard Thames, who embraces a frugal lifestyle and shuns consumerist society. While the book offers inspiration for those who want to abandon the world of cubicles, it’s missing the details that would guide readers to embark on their own journey of financial independence.
March 30, 2018 -
30-Day Challenges, Financial IndependenceMillion Dollar Advice from 15 Personal Finance Bloggers
Fifteen of the most popular personal finance bloggers share advice on how to build a net worth of $1,000,000 and admit to their biggest financial mistakes. Get the “inside scoop” by taking the 30-Day Million Dollar Challenge!
March 23, 2018 -
30-Day Challenges, Financial Independence, Happiness, Inner PeaceHow a Month of Vacation Led me to 30-Day Challenges
For the first time ever, I took a full month of vacation. Surprisingly, a bit of despair set in as I returned to the office. So I created 30-Day Challenges to perk up my life, instill better habits, and inspire others.
November 2, 2017 -
Creating Income, Financial IndependenceBook Review of Side Hustle: Does Money Really Grow on Trees?
Chris Guillebeau’s latest book, Side Hustle, promises to provide readers with a “detailed roadmap” on “how to select, launch, refine, and make money from your side hustle in under a month.” Does the book deliver?
September 24, 2017 -
Financial Independence, InsuranceCANCELLED! Five Things to Consider when Buying Homeowner’s Insurance
Homeowner’s insurance is one of life’s necessities. But heaven help you if you actually file a claim! Higher premiums are the least of your worries.
September 12, 2017 -
Financial Independence, Happiness, HobbiesPursuing your Passion: Is it Worth the Risks and Sacrifices?
The last few days have got me thinking about passion. And how the pursuit of passion can have costs, but also produce more rewards than one ever dreamed possible.
August 27, 2017 -
Budgeting, Financial Independence, Paying off MortgageHow I Paid off my $64,000 Mortgage in 15 Months
In the summer of 2012, I decided to divert all my financial energy toward one goal: paying off my mortgage. With some careful planning and discipline, I was able to pay off the $64,000 balance in just 15 months.
August 20, 2017 -
Budgeting, Financial IndependenceThree Easy Ways to Teach Kids About Money
How do you teach your kids the basics about money and get them off to a good start? Keep it simple by using three tricks to steer them in the right direction.
August 16, 2017 -
Budgeting, Financial IndependenceWhy my Most Powerful #1 Budgeting Tool is a Checkbook Register Spreadsheet
Confession: I love spreadsheets! I also love automation. I’ve tried several budgeting tools, but I always return to the dependable and easy electronic checkbook register for one important reason – it’s a powerful forecasting tool.
August 13, 2017 -
Financial IndependenceHow to Become Financially Independent
What does it mean to be financially independent? Here’s what financial independence means to me: security, time to paint and write and explore, the ability to overcome crises, and the opportunity to leave the work force when I choose.
July 22, 2017
