Why is your personal brand important? Whether you are searching to change careers or grow your network, building a personal brand is worthwhile. Your personal brand is how you promote yourself. Have you ever Googled your name? What comes up in the search when you do? How does the world see you, and how are you mentioned? Personal branding is a great way to influence people's … [Read more...] about How To Invest In Your Personal Brand When Finances Are Tight
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Finances: Oops! I Did It Again
I have a confession to make. For the first time since getting rid of our line of credit, I had a financial blunder. I have been pretty on top of keeping close track of all our spending; however, I must admit I had a slip up. Last month, we were fortunate to have guests visiting (Traveling Pat!), and then it was my birthday, then Mother’s Day. I had this little fast growing pile … [Read more...] about Finances: Oops! I Did It Again
Organize Your Finances
It’s time to do a little spring cleaning. Except instead of tidying up your house, start with your finances instead. Here are a few ways to get rid of clutter and save some money. 1. Clean out your drawers! Surely, they are stuffed with old ATM slips, bank statements, credit card bills, etc. Once your drawers are emptier, you’ll feel a lot less stressed. Be sure to keep the … [Read more...] about Organize Your Finances
Stay on Top of Your Finances: Plan Ahead
Although I am not a financial expert, and you should keep that in mind when you read my articles, through life experience I have learned what works and doesn’t work for me personally. My goal in sharing my experiences is to help get you brainstorming ways that might work well for you, or possibly a new idea to try when you are searching. Ever since being a member of a money … [Read more...] about Stay on Top of Your Finances: Plan Ahead
Childhood Lessons in Finance
BIG Disclaimer: I am not by any means a financial professional! Besides a few random accounting classes I took while pursing my economics degree, which I remember about 0%, OK maaaaybe 1% credit and debit, I don’ have ANY background in finance. What I am about to share is based solely on my own personal experience of what has worked and has not worked for me in terms of … [Read more...] about Childhood Lessons in Finance