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The Creative Act: A Way of Being by Rick Rubin
I have been rationing chapters of Rick Rubin’s book The Creative Act: A Way of Being for the last several weeks. More a philosophy book than an art book. Something to take a small bite of and chew slowly. Now I’ve come to the end and am at a loss. I feel compelled to…
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My Favorite Financial Resources
There are a handful of books and blogs that have made me think, changed my behavior, allowed me to survive layoffs and ultimately helped me to retire early. If I were talking to a niece or nephew or a young engineer I would beg them to read these (and start their Roth 401K)! Books Your…
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Where is Your Money Going?
Early retirement was our goal when we started following Your Money or Your Life. With the addition of this last piece we were able to retire in our fifties. If we had started earlier I’m sure we could have retired earlier. It is not too late for you to try this approach, nor too early.…
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How Much is your Stuff Worth?
Last week I had two friends talk to me about Your Money or Your Life. My evangelizing had convinced them to listen to the book and they both happened to get to the section on calculating your net worth. Their reactions were identical. “You didn’t actually do this, did you?!?” I assured them I had.…
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How Much Time Does Your Job Cost You?
If I had to pick one book that has had the biggest impact on my life, it would be Your Money or Your Life by Vicky Robin and Joe Dominguez. I have read my tattered and highlighted copy multiple times. It changed my view of not just how I spend my money, but how I earn…