In Project FIRE 40 – This the fourth step in my plan, optimising my spending with budgeting, Last year, a mate of mine said that it is impossible to save while living in London. He was probably earning £60k-£80k per year.…
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Going flexitarian – There is no one reason to go vegetarian
I grew-up (well, maybe I still am growing-up) in South Africa. It is a land of plentiful good quality meat. A birthday or event (like it being Friday or a Saturday) would involve a Braai-BQ. Aside from braais, I only…
15 Minute Focus Plan – The simple and effective key to focus in your life
Do you sometimes feel like you are drifting through life? That you should be realising more of your potential. You are not necessarily looking to be an Elon Musk or Richard Branson, but still, a better version of yourself. Perhaps your specific…
Habits, 30 Day Challenges & My Transformation Journey – The Compound Effect
The Problem – I landed in London at the beginning of 2008. I had no money, a bit of support from friends, but no real safety net. Through a strong reference I got a temp job in a finance function. A…
Are these three common mindsets holding you back?
It is very easy to get caught up doing what you are doing and not question it. But there are three mindsets or syndromes which can prevent us achieving success. I am sure that most people have experienced them to some extent.…
A Job Application Strategy made simple
If you are looking for your next (or first) job – you need a strategy. Typically most people’s approach to the job search is haphazard at best. Read on for a more coherent strategy. Firstly, let’s start with the three common…
The ambition of Reaching Aspiration – The Founder’s Why
I was sitting opposite Robbie at a favourite local coffee shop, waiting for it all to sink in. It had been two weeks since I had left AIG, and three days since I had arrived to stay with Robbie in…
How to go from Job Search to Career Strategy
“Job hunting is no longer an optional exercise. It is a survival skill.” – Richard Bolles The job market is getting more complex and dynamic. In a way this perhaps makes it more difficult, but I prefer to think it…
Money. PANIC! Personal Finances in 7 easy steps
When I ask people what they think of when it comes to Personal Finance, three words typically come to mind – budgeting, tax and pension. They know it’s important. They usually have several examples of someone who did not make…
How to become a Successful Investor in 8 Steps
Shifting away from the mindset of a consumer or speculator (guessing on stocks or fund managers) to an investor can be illustrated in 8 steps. Key is managing risk and getting your best possible return at that level of risk. These…