I want to share a simple truth with you that will change the way you think about the products you buy and the habits you build. There are plenty of great products out there, and there is plenty of junk. But here's the thing: the product doesn't always matter. New products can be a great motivation for starting new habits, but financially, the product is not always … [Read more...] about It’s Not the Product, It’s the Habit
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Hidden Auto Costs That Can Wreak Havoc on Your Personal Budget
Even if you’ve worked tirelessly on your personal budget and stuck to it, you may be shooting yourself in foot with your automobile. Yes, you included your car payment and auto insurance as separate line items, and you have an auto repair slush fund just in case. This does not mean, however, that your number crunching is full proof, and if you are still falling short … [Read more...] about Hidden Auto Costs That Can Wreak Havoc on Your Personal Budget
8 Transformative Seminars You Can Get for Free on YouTube
When you take out the random prank videos and cute cat videos, YouTube can actually be a useful resource. You can find all kinds of free audiobooks, book summaries and even entire seminars. Just be careful to stay on track, and not be distracted by useless videos in the sidebar. I've actually went as far as to install a Chrome plugin that removes the comments on … [Read more...] about 8 Transformative Seminars You Can Get for Free on YouTube
How (and Why) to Use Nootropics to Boost Productivity and Performance
Note from Kalen: I've been interested in nootropics and certain smart drugs, mostly to know their effectiveness. Of course, many people freak out when they hear the word "drug," and I get that. There are many supposed "smart drugs" that are dangerous, like the ones Tim Ferriss recently said were not worth the long-term risks. But that's not what we're talking about here. I like … [Read more...] about How (and Why) to Use Nootropics to Boost Productivity and Performance
What You Should Know About Taking the CPA Exam
Pursuing a career as a certified public accountant can be a long journey, but provides numerous benefits if accomplished. Becoming a CPA provides a bevy of professional opportunities, and can catapult your career no matter what stage of life you’re in. However, it’s no easy feat to get to this point. From the rigorous education requirements to difficult exam questions, … [Read more...] about What You Should Know About Taking the CPA Exam