I’m A Stay-At-Home Mom With Dreams Of Consulting Again. Can I Do It?
Independent consulting can be a perfect way for moms to return to work. Go for it! Recognize your needs. Highlight your differences. Own your decision. Connect with fellow independent consultants for learning and camaraderie.
My Mini-Retirement Recipe: Ignore Your 401(k), Skip That Promotion, and Stir To Combine Well
So you want to take your first mini-retirement…congratulations! Getting ready for it means doing things differently. A mini-retirement is not just a long vacation. It's a paradigm shift in your approach to life that changes how you work and save.
Catch a Wave: How to SRFF Your Way to Financial Freedom
“Surfing isn’t a sport. It’s a way of life.” The FIRE movement has its shortcomings. SRFF is the new FIRE. Independent consulting in semi-retirement is a proven path to quicker financial freedom. Here’s how to do it.
How To Charge More and Work Less as a Choosy Consultant
Want to do intellectually stimulating and well-paid consulting in between long vacations? I sure do. Embrace the Choosy Consultant flywheel and propel yourself toward living your best life. Here’s how to do it.
10 Ways to Unlock Your Wealth and Retire Early
Has your 401(k) or IRA trapped you? Is all your wealth, everything you own, tied up in your house or sitting in accounts you can't access until age 59 1/2? It's time to get creative. Here are ten ways to unlock your wealth so that you can retire early.
Today’s 10 Best Health Insurance Options for Independent Consultants
Access to health insurance is no longer an obstacle to your success as an independent consultant. I recommend today’s ten best health insurance options: traditional health insurance, some that may be new to you, and a few solutions for niche cases.
5 Things To Do After Getting Laid Off (Beyond Looking For A Job)
You’re a recently laid-off consultant. It’s your opportunity to do more than mere job searches. Use this forced break to gain control of your life.
Why We Need A #neverretire Movement (It's Not For The Money)
For many of us, our identities and relationships are tied to work. When we stop working, we become lost.
3 Reasons Why My Financial Plan Feels Woefully Incomplete (And How To Fix It)
Find a guide who works across your investments, career, and lifestyle goals. Bonus points if they identify with your unique situation. Together, you can solve your personal wealth puzzle.
Tony Bourdain And Getting Inspired To Lead A Bigger Life
Last night, I watched Roadrunner, one of many great Anthony Bourdain documentaries. It is a tragic story. But, strangely, I finished it feeling inspired.