I had a fairly unusual experience over the last few weeks. I got a sinus infection that would just not go away. There was nothing unusual about this. I get these kind of often. But out on tour, the schedule is a little crazy and it takes a while to be sure it’s a sinus…
I think everyone gets some lucky breaks in life – there’s something others struggle with that you just genuinely don’t. For me, I’ve usually laughed at Fear of Missing Out, in part because I’m a largely anti-social dork who usually doesn’t want to hang out or dance or go to clubs or drink super heavily…
Here are some money things that still puzzle me. Mortgages Man, I thought buying a house wouldn’t be so complicated. How naïve, was I? Mortgages are wildly confusing. Not only how to find a lender but what you need to qualify for one, what the different types mean, etc., etc. I mean. Ugh. What the…
Profile I am thirty five years old and I work as the General Stage Manager for a touring circus. I make $2,000 a week and have an approximate $40 per diem (issued in local currency). I’m currently living at home with my dad when I’m not on road, which Is a major factor in why…
Image by TheDigitalWay from Pixabay So, you have some money, and you want to invest it? Well 2020 is as good a year as any to do it, but where and what should you invest in? If you’re new to this, then it can be challenging to know where to start, but what is essential is to…
Coming up on the end of the year and I thought I’d reflect on some posts that I loved that I found in 2019. Which posts really spoke to you? January Keep Calm and Manage On: The Importance of Being an Even Tempered Stage Manager This post hit on one of the topics I notice…
J. Money over at Budgets Are Sexy wrote this fun list of 12 More #Money Ideas to Try and I really liked the one at the end. One brilliant reader said she keeps an “Accomplishments” list to look back on “whenever [she] feels completely incompetent or like [she’ll] never get anywhere.” Who doesn’t relate to…
One of the moments I knew I was working for a company with some really good people was when I grabbed lunch with our Associate Director a few weeks ago while we were in rehearsals. I mentioned that I had planned to fly home for Christmas Eve and back to the tour on Christmas night,…
Seeking the ultimate career path is not simple or straightforward. But there are a lot of factors that can help you to make the most career prospects. You need to make sure you identify the job you want to do, as well as how you can work toward that in the best possible way. Improving…
Between three and four Americans out of five are living paycheck to paycheck. Only two in five say they could cover an unexpected bill of a thousand dollars or more from their existing savings. This creates significant demand for services like online installment loans that can provide cash now. We’ll discuss the pros and cons…
We are all encouraged to live in the here and now and make the most of each day. We know that really no one knows just how long they have on this world and it is imperative to enjoy the moments you do have with your friends and family. We know money doesn’t necessarily make…
00 Can we talk for a second about how jealous I am of people who know exactly what they want? The only things I’ve been decisive about are Jesus and stage management. And my decisiveness about stage management has definitely waned over the years – especially as I get more entrenched and don’t need backup…
When you suffer some sort of serious injury, it can leave you sidelined, and in some cases, it might even leave you unable to work and earn a living. That’s when your physical problems can run head-first into your financial situation. It’s easy to start massing debts and feeling subsumed by the whole situation when…
Blogging appears to be becoming an increasingly popular hobby that can make you a nice little income on the side. Some bloggers even manage to make a full time living from it and for those of us with the desire to write, connect and share, it can be a very tempting option. The difficulty can…
Image by StartupStockPhotos from Pixabay If your business is struggling and you don’t know what to do next then don’t worry, you have definitely come to the right place. Although it may be an overwhelming and stressful experience, you need to ensure you’re as prepared as you can possibly be in a situation like…
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The is a sponsored post. Please be aware that I have been compensated for this post, but all opinions are my own. How often do I rave about the fact that tracking my net worth has made a major difference in my finances? Well, if it’s been a while, tracking my net worth has made…
Have you ever felt like the world is going against you when you try to find a job? Perhaps you’re always being rejected no matter how good your resume is, or maybe you always find it uncomfortable when you reach the interview stage. Whatever the circumstances are, there are usually a couple of common denominators…
To say that side hustles are a big deal right now would be an understatement. Over 40% of us now embark on these part-time positions during evenings and weekends. As well as giving us a chance to pursue passion projects, efforts like these can also go a long way towards boosting our annual incomes. While…
No homeowner willingly takes a mortgage agreement when they know they can’t pay. However, mortgage debt is a common situation that takes a lot of homeowners by surprise. Not many can pinpoint the exact moment when they begin to fall behind their mortgage payments. But everybody agrees that there are common causes that can affect…
Photo by Nordic Overdrive from Pexels Whether you need the extra cash, are moving abroad or are looking to buy a new car, it might be time to sell your vehicle. A daunting time when you will have to set a price, advertise it and draw in potential buyers, it’s important that you’re prepared. But…
This week I learned I know nothing about buying houses. If you’re a regular reader, you know I’ve been waffling on the buy a house front for a few months now. I’ve even looked at a few. I thought I found the perfect, weird little fixer upper with a fireplace and a porch and a…
Pexels – CC0 License While the value of learning is never suspended, there comes a time where we may wish to share or promote our expertise or understanding in order to benefit those around us. It might be that we have a particular experience to share, or we simply wish to contribute to the learning…
Guys, I have been struggling to find some topics to write about lately. I usually write a lot about whatever is going on in my life money-wise, but the weird and awesome thing lately is that my money stuff is all going fine. I think it’s fairly optimized. And, although it’s been a multiple year…
If you’re an empathetic and naturally giving person, it makes total sense that the world of healthcare might be appealing to you. While you’ll never be a billionaire or live a life of carefree luxury, you get the chance to make a positive difference in people’s lives every day. And that’s worth the long hours,…