Financial Impulse

Helping people develop better money instincts aka a stronger 'financial impulse'

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Clever food hack: pay around $150 for unlimited, year-round access to Six Flags, which includes parking and two meals a day.

Those healthy meal options, though... 😬

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@CourseHero Just published a new article about side hustles, and mentioned your platform as a great way for educators to make some extra income!

Here it is: https://t.co/Csfwd6SWGI

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A millennial couple increased their net worth from zero to $500,000 in 4 years by making 5 strategic money decisions #PFshare via @GQ_Accountant https://t.co/2Nrd2oNVaO

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@jamilastwocents WHOO! Big congrats! May the next milestone come even faster!

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@markallanbovair A cool side effect of practiced frugality—it can become a habit and continue saving you money later on in life.

Truly a powerful tool so long as it doesn't negatively affect your enjoyment of spending later on.

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@thefellowfrugal @MichLovesMoney Photo looks great—it's so practical considering how many people you meet at FinCon!

Sadly won't be going this year because of a family health issue. Hope it all goes smoothly and you have fun, though!

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@fimechanic These kinds of comments make me wonder if the commenter has been accused of perpetrating such, and thus they feel extra defensive. 😐

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And earlier this year, found in a McDonald’s BTS meal...

A Chicken McNugget that was originally listed for $0.99 on eBay—and sold for $99,997.

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Oddly shaped food that sold for lots of money 👇

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What Cheeto could be worth more than a unicorn-shaped one?

This 1.5-inch long Cheeto that looks like Harambe the gorilla.

It sold for $99,900 on eBay.

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@FinCon Hey FinCon team! Sad to report that I probably can't make it to FinCon this year because of family health issues.

Just wanted to check and ask if it's possible to transfer tickets in the TicketSpice platform? Couldn't find this option.

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“I did not intend to get rich. I just wanted to get independent.” –Charlie Munger

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How can companies help prevent employee burnout?

• Enable flexible work schedules
• Give more PTO, or at least encourage time off
• Have leaders model taking time off, as Okta's CEO did
• Adjust employee perks/benefits, e.g., more casual dress codes, telecommuting options

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In a recent all-hands meeting, Okta's CEO Todd McKinnon shared his plans for a family vacation.

Then he asked everyone to email him their own vacation plans.

The goal: encourage employees to take time off.

"We don’t want to grind you down. It’s not in anyone’s interest.”

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If only more leaders did this!

In a survey from Robert Half, 44% of employees feel more burned out from work today compared to 34% last year.

A survey from Indeed also shows more burnout across all generations.

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@eatmoneyblog Hah! Good point about the difference between staying there vs. paying for a stay.

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Would you stay in this pinecone treehouse?

• 35' above ground on the uphill side, 60' on the downhill side
• Almost entirely made of windows
• Open-air bathroom with a composting toilet on ground level
• Access via steep step ladder
• Cost: $450/night