Category Archives for Financial Independence
The 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!
Continue readingHow 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!
Continue readingCelebrating 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.
Continue readingIs 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.
Continue readingYour 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
Continue reading6 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.
Continue reading3 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.
Continue readingThe 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.
Continue reading5 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.
Continue readingTop 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.
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