Under The Money Tree

Tag: frugal

  • Getting Rich is Thirsty Work

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    It’s that time of the year when ridiculous consumer spending seems to prevail and dominate most peoples lives. This year like others I’ve tried to avoid unnecessary spending and instead focus on spending quality time with family and friends and giving thoughtful gifts where appropriate. I thought I’d take the time to share a recent…

  • Lagom

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    Working with colleagues form all over the world over the last decade or so has given me the opportunity take a peek into the national psyche of some of these colleagues. Over time observable stereo types emerge and patterns of behaviour present themselves. Over the years i’ve marvelled at: The entrepreneurial spirit of the Americans The passion…

  • White Friday – Quietly Keeping My Money

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    Here in the UK we love importing American phenomena from over the pond and it appears the shopping frenzy known as Black Friday is the latest. For the UK press it’s a great spectacular that allows them to present all sorts of stats about how much retailers are selling, picture the mad crowds, increase their…