Hobbies are important–they round out our lives and give us a way to relax; but in some cases, hobbies are also a way to “numb out” and disengage from reality, problems, and what we really want in life. In other words, they serve as a temporary, short-term escape, rather than a long-term cure to the […]
Saving on your Flights
When it comes to airfare, prices can quickly change with time and destination, so learning how to navigate the ins and outs of the flight industry is an imperative skill to have for the freedom-based lifestyle entrepreneur. Following are a few of the ways by which you can save on your airfares. 1. Shop around […]
Saving on Accommodation while Travelling
Often, the cost of accommodation is the most expensive part of a trip, so learning how to plan it properly is key. Following are a few of the ways by which you can reduce your travel expenses when it comes to accommodation. 1. Comparison sites – If it’s hostels you’re after, sites like Trivago.com allow […]
Saving on your email marketing costs
Most email marketing providers charge by the number of subscribers to your email lists. The cost is not much when you start your journey but it can get hefty as your list grows. This is why it’s important to focus on the quality of your list and not just the number of people who sign […]
The art of Comparing Prices
As we all carry a mobile device with us a majority of the time, comparing products is pretty much a matter of a few clicks. This can be a fantastic way to save money and get the best bargains for your budget. Now, there are plenty of general comparison sites to choose from. Well-known comparison […]
Creative money saving ideas
Saving money does not have to be such a chore. You can actually learn to enjoy saving money if you have a playful attitude about it. Here are a few playful ideas to save money. Pick out the one that most resonates with you and try it out. 1. Get yourself a money-saving box and […]
The “Discount” Habit
Most people hesitate to ask for a discount because it’s uncomfortable; however, over the years, I’ve learned the following truth: The more you ask, the more you might receive. If someone replies with a “no”, well, that’s the same as not asking–so why not ask?! What do you really have to lose? So today, I’d […]
Saving on your Energy Bill
Ever since I became financially independent, people have constantly asked me how I did it. Everyone seems to want to know how to make money online, whether it’s to supplement his or her current income or to replace it completely. But financial freedom is not just about generating more income – this is only half […]
Saving Money on your Commute
The modern-day commute can be an expensive part of our monthly budget. In this post I discuss a few simple strategies on how to save money on your commute. The idea here is not to completely stop driving a car (if you own one), but instead to introduce some changes to your spending habits at […]
Saving Money through Better Eating
The choice of what we eat not only influences our physical well being – our weight, sleep, energy, mood – but also our pockets. In fact, food is one of the biggest sources of household spending each and every month. In today’s post I’m going to show you how a few small conscious adjustments to […]
Becoming a Location Independent Globetrotter
When Dani Heinrich hit the road with her partner in 2010, she had no long-term travel funds, plans, or expertise — nothing but an unstoppable drive to explore the world. A one-year trip turned into a nomadic lifestyle over the years, and as the Globetrotter Girls rambled through South America, the U.S., Europe, and South […]
From leaving a six figure cubicle job to living a life without limits
When Matthew G. Bailey realized that money is not the equivalent of wealth, he already had a 6-figure future within his grasp at age 23. But he left his promising career in real estate for the freedom to experience everything that life has to offer. Now he is traveling the world, pushing himself further everyday […]
Creating a Resource Guide
In this post I’ll discuss how you can grow your opt-in rate by offering a free resource guide to your potential subscribers. (this is often called an ethical bribe or a lead magnet in the online marketing space). And when I say a resource guide, I don’t necessarily mean a 30+ page eBook. I mean […]
Branding your Online Business
In this post, I’m going to lay the necessary foundations towards having a well-branded online business. You see, a brand is much more than your logo or the layout of your site. A brand is the personality that identifies your business. It is the way your audience FEELS and thinks about your business and it’s […]
Curbing impulse spending
Getting a handle on impulse buying is one of the best adjustments you can make to save significant money in the long run. These days, almost every retail chain and many small stores use emotional marketing tactics to lead us directly to impulse purchasing behavior. They lay out the retail space and checkout lanes to […]
Tracking your expenses
Tracking your expenses is one of the biggest contributing factors to financial freedom. You see, many of us simply don’t realize how much money we actually spend until we record everything. It’s most likely you’ll be surprised just how much small purchases can add up. Listing and tracking your expenses will enable you to clearly […]
Maximizing your Savings
Creating freedom is not just about generating more income – this is only one part of the game. In addition to building online income streams, you also want to reduce your expenses so you can invest the difference back in your online business. Here are a few simple ways to maximize your savings: 1. The […]
Your Financial Freedom Plan
One of the reasons most people never achieve their goals is because they don’t take the time to make a winning game plan for achieving their dreams. In fact, people spend more time planning their birthday party than designing their future. In order to achieve financial freedom, you need more than wishful thinking and sincere […]
Making International Travel and Volunteering a Reality
World travel isn’t just about what you get from the experience of other cultures; it’s also about what you give as a global citizen. Through her own travel and volunteer work, Shannon O’Donnell, founder of Grassroots Volunteering, has laid the groundwork for a growing network of “voluntourism,” connecting travellers with the local communities through service […]
Cure Facebook Addiction
Do you check Facebook every day? Do you turn to Facebook when you are feeling bored, down or overwhelmed? Do you often find yourself checking your account while working on something else? Whether you’re aware of it or not, there’s a good chance you are addicted. And while Facebook Addiction may not be a recognized […]
Living on Purpose
Twenty Five years ago, Dr. Brad Swift appeared successful from the outside, with a thriving business, a spacious home, and family and friends who adored him. In the inside, however, he was completely empty – both spiritually and emotionally – ready to end his life. But then he turned his life around to follow his […]
Traveling and Living Abroad with Kids
When is the right time to travel the world? Most people would say it’s before settling down, buying a house, and having kids. But for Brandon Pearce, world travel is a family lifestyle. In 2010, Brandon and his wife sold their suburban home and all the stuff that goes along with it, leaving behind the […]
The Art of Adventuring – How to Lead an Adventurous Life
Benjamin Jenks, the creator of Adventure Sauce, went from shy guy to confidence coach by taking his life on the road, hitchhiking across America with nothing but his drive to learn from other people, places, and possibilities. Through blogging and visual storytelling, Benjamin shares valuable lessons, always with a good dose of humor and humility, […]
Traveling Around the World Without Money
Traveling around the world without money – is this really possible? A simple website made it possible for Ramon Stoppelenburg to support a lifestyle of travel by earning the hospitality of strangers. With letmestayforaday.com, Ramon took a leap into uncertainty that has led to an array of online enterprises and an esteemed publishing career in […]
From Breakup to Purpose: One Woman’s Story of Creating a New life
The freedom to create the life you want — it rings like a mantra in today’s market of independent online business, but this freedom doesn’t look and feel same for all self-starting entrepreneurs. For blogger and designer, Janet Brent, the freedom from a 9-to-5 day job came as a free fall into poverty, a spiritual […]
