Job security just isn't what it used to be. You could arrive at work tomorrow thinking it's just another Monday and get blindsided when your boss pulls you aside and tells you that you've been laid off. Living in San Francisco where there are more startups that I can count, this is especially true. Not only that, it's pretty common nowadays for people to voluntarily move from … [Read more...]
No pain, no gain!
"No pain, no gain!" For those of you who grew up in the 80s like me, you probably remember Jane Fonda's impact on the exercise industry quite well. I remember working out to her videos in gym class. It's pretty funny to picture that now. Our gym teacher was basically slacking on the job. He'd roll one of those old tube TVs onto the gym floor and pop a VHS tape into the VCR … [Read more...]
Get rid of bad habits once and for all!
Do you have bad habits that have lurked around for years that you're sick and tired of already? Binge watching shows, smoking, drinking too much, overspending? We've all tried and failed to overcome at least a few bad habits, but forget about the past. Today is a new day and it's time to get rid of bad habits once and for all. This time you're not going to give up too soon now … [Read more...]
Wacky ways to make more money
Who doesn’t love finding new wacky ways to make more money? Technology has made it super convenient to use your skills, idle assets and everyday habits to make more money on your own time. If you set yourself up for success and are determined enough, you could make thousands of extra dollars each year. Whether you pick up one side gig or 20, there are all sorts of fun, weird … [Read more...]
Travel Blogging Is The Key To A Happier Retirement
The biggest downside to retirement is boredom. Retiring suddenly means filling a 10-hour vacuum every day if you worked a standard 40 hours a week and had a standard painful commute. I was admittedly bored my first year in retirement, even though I had Financial Samurai to connect with the rest of the world. I'd be done writing and responding to comments and e-mail by 10:30 … [Read more...]